Diesel Equipment Mechanic

27 Credit Technical Diploma

The Diesel Equipment Mechanic Technical Diploma program provides the basic entry-level skills needed in medium and heavy truck service and repair. Throughout the program, learners will use troubleshooting techniques to make a quick and accurate diagnosis of problems, and make necessary adjustments and repairs. Topics will include diesel engines, suspension and steering, preventative maintenance and electrical and electronic systems. Potential occupations include: Entry Level Diesel Technician, Fleet Maintenance Technician and Alignment Specialist. As an Embedded Technical Diploma, this program ladders fully into the Diesel Technology Associate Degree program.

Approximate Cost

$7,517
Tuition: $6829 , Books: $688

Starting Salary

$28,080–$37,440
Average, based on the NTC Graduate Outcomes Report

Financial Aid

Available

Availability

Courses for this program may be available at a variety of campus locations through multiple modes of delivery if you meet the admission requirements and prerequisites.

100%
Wausau
20-30%
Antigo
10-20%
Medford
20-30%
Phillips
10-20%
Spencer
10-20%
Wittenberg
10-20%
Online

* Campus and online availability of courses and programs may be subject to change.

Outcomes

Graduates will be able to…

  • Document complaint, cause and correction
  • Practice personal and professional work habits
  • Service major systems in diesel and heavy equipment industry
  • Repair major systems in diesel and heavy equipment industry
  • Diagnose major systems in diesel and heavy equipment industry

Careers

Some of the potential careers graduates can pursue are:

  • Alignment Specialist
  • Fleet Maintenance Technician
  • Entry Level Diesel Technician

Courses

The Diesel Equipment Mechanic Technical Diploma is a 27 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.

First Term

DIESEL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 1 3.00
HEAVY DUTY SUSPENSION & STEERING 3.00
DIESEL BRAKE SYSTEMS 1 3.00
DIESEL PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 3.00
INTRODUCTION TO WELDING 1.00
COMMERCIAL LEARNERS PERMIT PREP 1.00

Second Term

DIESEL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 2 3.00
DIESEL ENGINES 1 3.00
DIESEL DRIVE TRAIN 1 2.00
DIESEL DRIVE TRAIN 2 2.00
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION 3.00

Credit for Prior Learning Available

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Pathways

Pathways are a series of connected programs that enable you to advance over time to better jobs and higher levels of education and training. By earning one degree, you could also be completing several courses of a related program in a pathway, bringing you one step closer to an advanced degree.

Completing the Diesel Equipment Mechanic Technical Diploma Earns You:

If you begin with one of the following programs, you will earn significant credit towards this Diesel Equipment Mechanic Technical Diploma:

  • The Truck Driving Technical Diploma will provide you with 37% (10 of 27 credits) of the total credits in this Diesel Equipment Mechanic Technical Diploma

Admissions Process

Our application process takes just a few minutes to complete, but we want to make sure you have the things you’ll need on hand to complete the application. We’re here to help if you have any questions while submitting your application.

Before you apply, you should know

  • Most classes in this program take place at the Diesel Technology Center, located at 3353 Geischen Drive, Wausau, WI. When applying for this technical diploma you will need to select Wausau as the campus.
  • Part of this program includes Truck Driving courses. These are currently offered at NTC’s CDL Training Center at 1204 W. Taylor St. in Merrill, WI and may also be available via Interactive Video Conference (IVC) at NTC’s Medford and Antigo Campuses. Those who attend at NTC’s Medford or Antigo Campuses must attend class at the Merrill CDL Training Center on weeks one and six of the 8-week program.
  • Reviewing the Truck Driving Information Session is highly encouraged before enrolling in classes. To help you better understand the truck driving program, this session includes course information, DOT disqualifications, factors affecting employability, and drug & alcohol testing.
  • You must provide proof of legal status or citizenship to obtain a CDL through this program
  • Maintaining a valid and clean driving record is important for your success in this industry.

Fill out our application

The application can be submitted online and takes just a few minutes to complete. A $30.00 non-refundable application fee is required. Pay at the time you apply or bypass to pay in person within a week of applying.

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What’s Next?

We’ll review your application and let you know if we need anything else. If you’re all set, your acceptance letter will be mailed to you.