Diesel Powered Equipment Technology
CIP Code: 470605
Program Type: Diploma
Program Length: 60 Semester Credit Hours
Book List
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Program Description:
The purpose of this program is to provide specialized classroom instruction and practical shop experience to prepare individuals for employment as job entry-level diesel powered equipment technicians. The program prepares the individual to select, safely use, and maintain hand and power tools, jacks, and hoisting equipment. The content includes, but is not limited to, disassembling engines and replacing parts, fuel injection systems, oil and water pumps, electrical systems, steering and suspension systems, brake systems, drive train, and chassis. Instruction also includes the use of technical manuals, preventive maintenance procedures, and safe and efficient work practices.
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| Course Number |
Course Description |
Lec./Lab/Total Cr. Hrs. |
| DPET 1110 |
Safety Skills & Orientation |
1/0/1 |
| DPET 1120 |
Introduction to Diesel |
1/2/3 |
| DPET 1130 |
Diesel Engine Parts Identification &
Operating Principles |
2/2/4 |
| DPET 1140 |
Engines |
1/3/4 |
| DPET 1150 |
Engine Diagnostics |
1/1/2 |
| CPTR 1100 |
Computer Basics |
1/1/2 |
| TCA – Diesel Engine Mechanics Helper |
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| DPET 1210 |
Basic Diesel Electrical Systems |
1/3/4 |
| DPET 1220 |
Advanced Diesel Electrical Systems |
1/3/4 |
| DPET 1231 |
Diesel Engine Control Systems |
0/2/2 |
| DPET 1240 |
Diesel Engine Fuel Systems |
1/2/3 |
| DPET 1251 |
Alternative Fuel Systems |
0/1/1 |
| TCA – Diesel Engine Technician |
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| DPET 1310 |
Introduction to Power Trains |
1/1/2 |
| DPET 1320 |
Transmissions |
1/2/3 |
| DPET 1330 |
Differentials |
1/2/3 |
| TCA – Power Train Technician |
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| DPET 2110 |
Basic Hydraulics |
1/2/3 |
| DPET 2120 |
Advance Hydraulics |
1/2/3 |
| TCA – Hydraulics Technician |
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| DPET 2130 |
Brakes |
1/3/4 |
| TCA – Brakes Technician |
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| DPET 2140 |
Fundamentals of Steering |
1/2/3 |
| DPET 2210 |
Fundamentals of Suspension |
1/1/2 |
| DPET 2220 |
Air Conditioning |
2/2/4 |
| DPET 2231 |
Welding |
0/1/1 |
| JOBS 2450 |
Job Seeking Skills |
2/0/2 |
| TD - Diesel Powered Equipment Technician |
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| Approved Options |
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| DPET 2991 |
Special Projects I |
0/1/1 |
| DPET 2993 |
Special Projects II |
0/2/2 |
| DPET 2995 |
Special Projects III |
0/3/3 |
