Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician

The Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician certificate program at Des Moines Area Community College is a one- to two-year credential offered by this public college in Ankeny, Iowa. The program covers diesel engine systems, fuel injection, hydraulics, and the maintenance and repair of heavy-duty trucks, agricultural equipment, and other diesel-powered machinery.

This program is classified within the vehicle maintenance and repair technologies field (CIP 47.0605). Des Moines Area Community College also offers related programs such as Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Network and System Administration/Administrator, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects, and Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General. Students pursuing careers in heavy equipment or commercial vehicle service will find this program among DMACC's technical trade offerings in Ankeny.