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Diesel Technology provides a hands-on, work-based training experience and the classroom curriculum required for careers in diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty trucks, heavy equipment, medium-duty vehicles, agricultural equipment, logging equipment, forklifts, and mining equipment. Diesel Technology integrates the many components necessary to prepare students with the technical knowledge and mechanical skills required to service, repair, and test various types of machinery. An extensive curriculum prepares students to apply knowledge and skills to a wide range of diesel powered equipment applications. Diesel Technology curriculum is reviewed by an advisory board composed of local and regional industry members.

Contacts

DAVID BAILEY

Walla Walla Campus
500 Tausick Way
Walla Walla, WA 99362


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Mission

The mission of the Diesel Technology program is to prepare individuals for careers as Diesel and Heavy Equipment mechanics and occupations related to the field. Upon satisfactory completion, the student will meet the entry-level performance requirements.

Program Outcomes

  • Provide students with the highest level of instruction in offering both current and non-current technology concepts in medium/heavy duty mechanics.
  • To attract, retain and graduate students with competent entry-level mechanical skills.
  • Articulate the diesel technology program with other related WWCC programs that lead to dual degrees.
  • Articulate with willing universities that have Diesel Technology Bachelor's programs.
  • Articulate with regional high schools and skill centers for easy transfer of credits to the WWCC diesel technology program.
  • Update Diesel Technology curriculum to keep up with current diesel industry standards.
  • Track student learning competencies using the skill manager system.
  • Graduate students who possess entry-level knowledge and skills that will instill confidence as they participate in the diesel mechanics industry, or continue their education at the university level.

Degree Options

Students may earn an Associate in Applied Arts and Sciences Degree in Diesel Equipment Mechanics upon completion of a two-year program of study. A Diesel Technology Certificate is available upon completion of the first year of study in the program.

Students who earn their AAAS in Diesel Equipment Mechanics may also earn a dual degree in Automotive Repair Technology. Please speak with your instructor about the required and specific classes needed.