Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician

The Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician certificate program at Texas State Technical College is a one- to two-year credential offered by this public institution in Waco, TX. The program is part of the diesel mechanics technology field (CIP 47.0605) and prepares students to diagnose and repair diesel-powered trucks, heavy equipment, and commercial vehicles.

Texas State Technical College also offers an automotive mechanics technology certificate, along with programs in electromechanical engineering technology, electrical and electronic communications engineering technology, and system networking and LAN/WAN management. Students in the Diesel Mechanics Technology program can expect coursework in diesel engine systems, fuel injection, hydraulics, preventive maintenance, and electronic diagnostic systems, with practical lab experience on heavy-duty vehicles and equipment representative of the commercial trucking and construction industries.