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Diesel Equipment Mechanic

Technical Diploma

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

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The application takes just a few minutes to complete.

Credit for Prior Learning Available

First Term

Introduction To Welding 1.00
Heavy Duty Suspension & Steering 2 2.00
Heavy Duty Suspension & Steering 1 1.00
Diesel Electrical Systems 2 2.00
Diesel Electrical Systems 1 1.00
Diesel Preventative Maintenance 2 2.00
Diesel Preventative Maintenance 1 1.00
Diesel Brake Systems 2 2.00
Diesel Brake Systems 1 1.00
College 101 1.00

Second Term

Diesel Drive Train 1 2.00
Diesel Drive Train 2 2.00
Written Communication 3.00
Diesel Electrical Systems 3 3.00
Diesel Engines 1 1.00
Diesel Engines 2 2.00

Introduction To Welding (10442101)

1.00

Compares equipment and techniques used in the major arc welding and thermal cutting processes. Learners perform introductory level welds in the SMAW, GMAW, FCAW and GTAW processes. Learners also perform material preparation skills including shearing, grinding and thermal cutting.

Conditions

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Agriculture Equipment Technician, Automotive Technician, Automotive Technology, Diesel Technician, Diesel Technology, Electromechanical Technology, Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Gas Utility Construction & Service, Machine Tool Operation, Machine Tool Technics, Manufacturing Technician, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Welding, Welding Fabrication & Robotics, Welding Robotic Operation

NTC Assessments Offered:
Industry Credentials Accepted:
  • Youth Apprenticeship Certificate

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Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
90 Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 In-Person Open Labs Wausau Main Campus
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
H136 - Welding Lab - H Building
Robert Leafblad
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
H127 - Computer Lab - H Building
Robert Leafblad
91 Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 In-Person Open Labs Antigo Campus
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
T110 - Welding Shop/Lab - Antigo Campus
Jesse Richardson
92 Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 In-Person Open Labs Phillips Campus
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
P101 - Welding Lab - Phillips Campus
Adam Zogata
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Heavy Duty Suspension & Steering 2 (10412124)

2.00

Explores the operation, maintenance and overhaul of various heavy-duty steering and suspension systems. Wheel alignment diagnosis, adjustment and repair will be examined.

Conditions

Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): COMBUST 10412126 - Heavy Duty Suspension & Steeri

NTC Assessments Offered:
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Heavy Duty Suspension & Steering 1 (10412126)

1.00

Introduces fastener identification and torque as it relates to equipment repairs. In the lab setting, proper torque techniques and concerns are discussed and practiced.

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Diesel Electrical Systems 2 (10412123)

2.00

Expands on the principles of basic electricity and application. Wiring diagram interpretation and utilization are introduced and practiced. Learners will also begin to apply their knowledge on the battery and starting systems.

Conditions

Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): COMBUST 10412118 - Diesel Electrical Systems 1

NTC Assessments Offered:

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Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
01 Fall
Open
Nov 18 –
Dec 11
 Oct 25 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
Nov 18 – Dec 11
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
James Eckardt
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Diesel Electrical Systems 1 (10412118)

1.00

Analyzes the fundamentals of electricity and electrical safety. Explores Ohm’s Law, use of a digital multimeter, wiring and components.

NTC Assessments Offered:

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Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
01 Fall
Open
Nov 11 –
Nov 17
 Oct 25 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
Nov 11 – Nov 17
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
James Eckardt
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Diesel Preventative Maintenance 2 (10412127)

2.00

Focuses on the DOT's criteria for performing annual inspections. Also covers record-keeping requirements, liability concerns, and offers the opportunity to earn an annual inspection certificate upon successful completion of the test.

Conditions

Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): COMBUST 10412120 - Diesel Preventative Maint 1

NTC Assessments Offered:

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Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
01 Fall
Open
Oct 23 –
Nov 10
 Oct 25 In-Person Agriculture Center of Excellence
Oct 23 – Nov 10
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
12:30 PM - 05:00 PM
DESL100 - Diesel Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence
Andrew Borski
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Diesel Preventative Maintenance 1 (10412120)

1.00

Discusses the importance of vehicle maintenance and inspections on commercial motor vehicles. Also introduces the techniques for performing proper maintenance and inspections.

NTC Assessments Offered:
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Diesel Brake Systems 2 (10412125)

2.00

Explores drum and disc air operated foundation brakes, as well as heavy-duty hydraulic brakes. Provides the opportunity for learners to test and troubleshoot the entire air and hydraulic brake systems. Introduces learners to ABS systems found in trucks.

Conditions

Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): COMBUST 10412119 - Diesel Brake Systems 1

NTC Assessments Offered:
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Diesel Brake Systems 1 (10412119)

1.00

Focuses on the air brake system component operation and maintenance for trucks and tractor/trailers. Learners are introduced to the fundamentals of heavy truck air brake systems and camshaft actuated foundation brake components. Students are instructed on proper maintenance inspection techniques for cam actuated air brake systems.

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College 101 (10890165)

1.00

Examines proven strategies designed to help learners achieve greater personal, academic, and professional success. Learners will apply personal responsibility thinking and behaviors; self- management, awareness, and motivation strategies; as well as interdependence skills to develop a proactive life plan.

NTC Assessments Offered:

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Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
28 Fall
Waitlist
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
Brad Gast
29 Fall
Waitlist
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
Brad Gast
30 Fall
Waitlist
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
Amy Denissen
31 Fall
Waitlist
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
Amy Denissen
32 Fall
Waitlist
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
Michelle Knaup
33 Fall
Waitlist
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
Michelle Knaup
34 Fall
Waitlist
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
Candace Hinz
35 Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
Candace Hinz
36 Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
May Thao
37 Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
May Thao
38 Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
Sara Bartelt
39 Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
Sara Bartelt
40 Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
Matt Hoenecke
05 Fall
Open
Oct 23 –
Dec 11
 Oct 25 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
Oct 23 – Dec 11
Thursday
10:00 AM - 11:50 AM
A216 - Classroom - A Building
Sarah Watson
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Diesel Drive Train 1 (10412108)

2.00

Focuses on the various components that comprise the heavy duty drive train of heavy duty trucks and tractors. Learners will service and adjust heavy duty clutches. Learners will also review overhaul procedures on axles and differentials, as well as service procedures for driveshaft components.

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Diesel Drive Train 2 (10412109)

2.00

Instructs learners on the fundamentals of heavy duty transmissions. Learners will overhaul manual and automatic shifting transmissions, troubleshoot and repair fully automatic and automatic shifting manual transmissions and read wiring and air schematics.

Conditions

Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): COMBUST 10412108 - Diesel Drive Train 1

NTC Assessments Offered:
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Written Communication (10801195)

3.00

Develops writing skills which include prewriting, drafting, revising and editing. A variety of writing assignments are designed to help the learner analyze audience and purpose, research and organize ideas and format and design documents based on subject matter and content. Also develops critical reading and thinking skills through the analysis of a variety of written documents. Keywords: Written Comm, Comm, Writing

NTC Assessments Offered:
National Exams Accepted:
  • CLEP® College Composition
  • AP English Language & Composition

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Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information
03AYW Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Attend Your Way Online Available Wausau Main Campus
Oct 20 – Dec 17
Friday
12:00 PM - 02:50 PM
A232 - Computer Lab - A Building
Jean Bovee
10 Fall
Open
Oct 20 –
Dec 17
 Oct 25 Online Required Due Dates Online
Oct 20 – Dec 17
-
Online
Anne Pawlak
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Diesel Electrical Systems 3 (10412128)

3.00

Emphasizes schematic interpretation with applications towards diagnosis and repair. In depth lighting, gauge, battery, starting and charging systems and their diagnostic strategies will be examined. Through a lab setting, learners will implement meter usage and electrical testing.

Conditions

Student has completed all of the following course(s): COMBUST 10412123 - Diesel Electrical Systems 2

NTC Assessments Offered:
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Diesel Engines 1 (10412121)

1.00

Explores diesel engine theory and operation. Also provides the learner with a diesel engine component overview.

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Diesel Engines 2 (10412129)

2.00

Expands on engine component function and understanding through cylinder head disassembly and evaluation. Engine clean care, proper tune-up procedures and application of service tools is also emphasized.

Conditions

Student has completed or is in process of completing all of the following course(s): COMBUST 10412121 - Diesel Engines 1

NTC Assessments Offered:
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Test-Out Option Term Definitions

Test

An exam that is scored by faculty or staff in NTC’s Testing Center.

Skill Demonstration

A performance of your expertise that is evaluated by faculty.

Combination: Test & Skill Demonstration

A combination of both a test and a skill demonstration.

Portfolio

A collection and explanation of your past learning through work or life experience.

Have Questions?

If you have questions about this program, please contact our Career Coaches at 715.803.1645.

If you have further questions regarding our Credit for Prior Learning options, please contact Student Records at studentrecords@ntc.edu or 715.803.1796.