Entry: Any Term
Length: 6 terms (18 months)
Degree: Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)
In the Diesel Power Systems Technology program you'll acquire skills in a variety of mechanical, electrical, and computer systems necessary to diagnose, repair, and maintain agriculture equipment, trucks, and other types of heavy construction equipment. You will study diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, drivelines, power dividers, brakes, air conditioning, agriculture, and marine industries.
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Course Schedule
| Catalog Number |
Course Name | Credits |
| Term I | ||
| AUT140 | Welding for Automotive Mechanics | 2 |
| AUT602 | Basic Automotive Electricity | 2 |
| AUT636 | Basic Automotive Electronics | 2 |
| AUT701 | Basic Automotive Air Conditioning | 1 |
| CRR310 | Adapters/Tools/Measurements | 1 |
| DSL602 | Principles of Hydraulics | 2 |
| Arts & Sciences elective(s) | 3 | |
| Total | 13 | |
| Term II | ||
| AUT143 | Machining for Automotive Mechanics | 2 |
| AUT172 | Advanced Automotive Engine Repair | 2 |
| AUT222 | Basic Automotive Drive Lines | 2 |
| AUT642 | Automotive Charging, Starting and Electrical Systems | 2 |
| DSL325 | Introduction to Diesel | 2 |
| Arts & Sciences elective(s) | 3 | |
| Total | 13 | |
| Term III | ||
| DSL344 | Diesel Engine Overhaul | 4 |
| DSL375 | Assembly of Diesel Engines | 5 |
| Arts & Sciences elective(s) | 3 | |
| Total | 12 | |
| Term IV | ||
| DSL384 | Engine Application and Tuneups | 4 |
| DSL423 | Electronic Engine Controls | 3 |
| DSL742 | Air Conditioning/Refrigeration | 2 |
| Arts & Sciences elective(s) | 3 | |
| Total | 12 | |
| Term V | ||
| DSL153 | Vehicle Engine Diagnosis | 3 |
| DSL442 | Fuel Systems | 2 |
| DSL654 | Technical Power Hydraulics | 4 |
| Arts & Sciences elective(s) | 3 | |
| Total | 12 | |
| Term VI | ||
| DLS534 | Drive Trains | 4 |
| DLS600 | Brakes, Tires & Alignment | 2 |
| DSL831 | Preventative Maintenance | 4 |
| Arts & Sciences elective(s) | 3 | |
| Total | 13 |
Students must complete a minimum of 18 semester credit-hours of Arts & Sciences transferable electives and must earn at least one credit in each of the areas of math, science, social science, humanities, English/comunication, computer literacy, and fine arts to earn the A.A.S. degree.
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