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Diesel Mechanics

Diesel Mechanics

Diesel Mechanics repair, maintain, and rebuild diesel engines that power buses, trucks, ships, trains, and other vehicles. Mechanics must run diagnostic tests, troubleshoot, and remove/repair faulty parts to repair engines. In this program, students will study maintenance, repair and adjustment of diesel engines in cars and trucks, heavy-duty transmissions, drive assemblies and other heavy truck systems. Hands-on experience is provided with operable diesel engines, and heavy equipment such as Caterpillar. Biodiesel technologies will be explored.

  • TECHNICAL SKILLS

    • Diesel engine parts and functionality
    • Drivetrain parts and functionality
    • Electrical and electronics in the diesel industry
    • Installation and repair of brakes
    • Installation and repair of steering and suspension
    • Diagnostic tests and troubleshooting

     

    PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

    • Work ethic and integrity
    • Communication
    • Customer Service
    • Critical thinking
    • Problem solving
    • Teamwork

  • CAREER PATHWAYS

    • Truck Technician
    • Agricultural Technician
    • Assembly Technician
    • Engine Technician
    • Power Generation Technician
    • Heavy Equipment Technician
    • Locomotive Technician
    • Marine Technician

  • CERTIFICATIONS

    • ASE Diesel Engine
    • ASE Electrical & Electronics
    • ASE Brakes / MGM Air Brakes
    • ASE Steering & Suspension
    • MACS 609 Air Conditioning
    • Volvo Assembly
    • Timken Bearing Certification
    • OSHA Certification

     

    COLLEGE CREDITS

    Earning college credits while completing a Career Tech program.

  • PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

    Students are required to have strong math (algebra 1) skills and have grade level proficiency in reading and comprehension.

     

    UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS

    A CareerTech blue or gray t-shirt is required. In addition, the following CareerTech items may also be purchased: Mechanic shirt, sweatshirt, hooded sweatshirt (no strings), or flannel. Uniforms may be ordered online or purchased at the school store.

    Dark blue or black work pants (i.e., Dickies) or jeans without holes.

    Work boots (steel toe not required)

     

    OUT-OF-POCKET COSTS

    School Uniform

     

    WHAT ELSE TO KNOW

    Students should have a positive attitude and be ready to work.

Kevin Grove

Mr. Grove is a CareerTech alumnus of the Diesel Mechanics program. Following graduation, he worked as a diesel mechanic for 20 years at Antrim Diesel Service in Greencastle. He also has CAT, Cummins, Deutz, MACS AC, and MGM Air Brake certifications. Mr. Grove contributes over 15 years of teaching at CareerTech.

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