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| Job Placement |
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| According to U.S. Bureau of Labor statistics, data from trade organizations and industry associations, graduates of this program earn starting salaries ranging from $11 an hour to $13 an hour. Graduates can further develop their careers and earning potential by advancing to positions as lead technician, field technician or service manager. |
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| Diesel Equipment Technology students use an array of equipment and software to gain the competitive edge. These include: |
- Personal computers, including laptops;
- Precision equipment;
- Special equipment tools;
- Computerized engine testing equipment; and
- Measuring tools.
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| Career prospects for John Deere graduates exist in nearly every area of the country. Graduates may look forward to employment opportunities with John Deere dealerships and other related industries throughout the United States. |
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| TSTC students can gain exposure to industry and established professionals through involvement in organizations such as SkillsUSA—VICA and professional contacts in the Texas Farm Bureau, the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the Association of Diesel Specialists (ADS), Outdoor Power Equipment (OPE) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). |
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