Diesel Technology - Northwest Iowa Community College

Diesel Technology from Northwest Iowa Community College is a Campus Associate Automotive degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. If you have good mechanical aptitude and enjoy working with large machinery, Diesel Technology may be just what you are looking for. As a student in the Diesel Technology program, you will learn the latest truck and diesel repair and diagnostic techniques using up-to-date equipment. Instruction is provided in facilities using actual components and vehicles. You will be trained in the diagnosis and repair of heavy-duty transmissions, power differentials, diesel engines, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and diesel fuel systems. Emphasis is placed on the use of current industry trends, such as: bio-diesel instruction and hybrid-fuel saving technology , diagnostic equipment?including the use of laptop computers to troubleshoot, technical manuals, emissions and the environment, and proper tools and equipment for the job. Where will I get a JOB? Diesel technicians are employed by truck dealerships, heavy equipment dealerships, truck fleet operators, construction contractors, farm implement dealerships, and independent truck repair shops. Currently, there is an ever increasing high demand in transporting green energy materials, both raw and final product, including bi-products. This has increased the need for well trained technicians to maintain trucking fleets, construction sites, small and large firms. Placement is 100% in most years. Students should have no problem finding work in this field and most are employed before graduation. View more details on Northwest Iowa Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Automotive courses.