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Heavy Truck Certificate

... A specialization in Diesel Equipment Technology

TSTC also offers a Certificate of Completion program in the Diesel Equipment Technology—Heavy Truck Specialization. The estimated time for a full-time, academically prepared student to complete the certificate program is one year.

Diesel Equipment Technology
Heavy Truck Certificate
Total Credits: 41

First Semester			Credits
DEMR	1301	Shop Safety and Procedures	3
DEMR	1317	Basic Brake Systems	3
DEMR	1410	Diesel Engine Testing and Repair I	4
DEMR	2412	Diesel Engine Testing and Repair II	4
Semester Total 14

Second Semester			Credits
DEMR	1323	Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Troubleshooting and Repair	3
DEMR	1405	Basic Electrical Systems	4
DEMR	1416	Basic Hydraulics	4
DEMR	1421	Power Train I	4
Semester Total 15

Third Semester			Credits
DEMR	1229	Preventative Maintenance	2
DEMR	1327	Tractor Trailer Service and Repair	3
DEMR	1330	Steering and Suspension I	3
DEMR	1447	Power Train II	4
Semester Total 12



Capstone course: A required learning experience which results in a consolidation and synthesis of a student's educational experience. The capstone experience certifies mastery of entry-level work place competencies.

Courses are subject to change. Contact the department chair for an update. Publication date: 2/2005

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