Diesel Powered Equipment Technology

About

The mission of Diesel Powered Equipment Technol­ogy Program is to train individuals for employment as diesel service technicians and mechanics. Also known as bus and truck mechanics and diesel en­gine specialists, the individuals repair and maintain the diesel engines that power transportation equip­ment such as heavy trucks, buses, and locomo­tives.

Overview

Information Detail
Time Commitment Full Time
Typical Program Length 20 Months
Clock Hours 2,160
Class Type Day
Credentials Certificate, Diploma
Total Tuition/Fees $6,680.00
Textbook/Supplies Cost $2,138.54

Program Credentials

Option NameHoursCredentials
Preventative Maintenance Service Technican 432Certificate
Diesel Technician Helper864Certificate
Diesel Technician Apprentice1296Certificate
Diesel Technician Assistant1728Certificate
Diesel Technician2160Diploma

Campus Locations

TCAT Crump - Parsons Extension Campus
256 West 9th Street
Parsons, TN 38363

Curriculum/Courses

First Trimester: 
DPE0001 Worker Characteristic
DPE1010 Orientation
DPE1020 Safety
DPE1030 General Shop Skills
DPE1040 Preventative Maintenance
DPE1050 Basic Diesel Theory
Second Trimester: 
DPE0002 Worker Characteristic
DPE2010 Diesel Engine Mechanical
Third Trimester: 
DPE0003 Worker Characteristic
DPE3010 Basic Electricity and Electronic
DPE3020 Electronic Diesel Engine Control
Fourth Trimester: 
DPE0004 Worker Characteristic
DPE4010 Brakes
DPE4020 Suspension and Steering
DPE4030 Hydraulics
Fifth Trimester: 
DPE0005 Worker Characteristic
DPE5010 Drivetrains
DPE5020 Heating Ventilation & AC

Instructors

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