Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician

The Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician certificate program at Saint Louis Community College is a two- to four-year credential offered by this public institution in Bridgeton, MO. Aligned with CIP code 47.0605 in the vehicle maintenance and repair field, the program prepares students to inspect, diagnose, and repair diesel engines and heavy-duty trucks, buses, and equipment. Core topics typically include diesel engine operation, fuel systems, electrical and electronic systems, hydraulics, and emissions controls.

Saint Louis Community College also offers programs in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology, Computer Systems Networking, Funeral Service, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Manufacturing Engineering Technology. Students in the Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician program can expect a combination of technical instruction and hands-on shop training, preparing them for employment as diesel service technicians in trucking, construction, agriculture, and public transit industries.