About the Program
CIP 47.0604
The Diesel Equipment Technology Program is a two-year degree program that provides students with the competencies required to maintain and repair various industrial diesel equipment, including agricultural tractors, commercial trucks, and construction equipment. The program includes instruction in the inspection, repair, and maintenance of engines, power trains, hydraulic systems, and other components.
An Associate of Applied Science degree can be obtained after successful completion of two years and a certificate can be obtained upon successful completion of the first year. Entry Level ASE certification can be obtained after successful completion of the program.
Award
AAS Degree
Certification/Licensure
Entry Level ASE Certification
Certificate of Completion
Admission Requirements
Priority is given to applicants with ACT composite of 16 or equivalent placement test scores.
Associate of Applied Science
Curriculum
First Semester
| Class | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DET 1114 | Fundamentals of Equipment Mechanics | 4 |
| DET 1364 | Diesel Systems I | 4 |
| DET 1223 | Electrical/Electronic Systems | 3 |
| DET 1713 | Transportation Power Train | 3 |
| Mathematics/Science Elective | 3 | |
| LLS 1311 | Orientation | 1 |
| Total Hours | 18 | |
Second Semester
| Class | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DET 1263 | Electrical/Electronic Systems II | 3 |
| DET 1374 | Diesel Systems II | 3 |
| DET 1513 | Hydraulics I | 3 |
| DET 1614 | Preventative Maintenance and Service | 4 |
| Social/Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 16 | |
Third Semester
| Class | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DET 2383 | Diesel Systems III | 3 |
| DET 2273 | Electrical/Electronic Systems III | 3 |
| DET 2253 | Steering & Suspension Systems | 3 |
| ENG 1113 | English Composition I | 3 |
| Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 16 | |
Fourth Semester
| Class | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DET 2113 | Welding for DET | 3 |
| DET 1813 | Air Conditioning and Heating Systems | 3 |
| DET 2623 | Advanced Brake System (Air) | 3 |
| SPT 1113 | Oral Communication | 3 |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Advisors
Kevin Bennett
Diesel Equipment Technology
- 601-276-3739
- kbennett@smcc.edu
Program Costs
| Vocational Course Lab Fee | $100/semester |
| Certification Fee | $35 (4th semester only) |
Tool Kits
- 3/8 Drive Socket Set
- Deep Sockets 3/8 Thru 3/4
- Shallow Socket 3/8 Thru 3/4
- 3/8 Drive Ratchet, One 3/8, 3, 6 Inch Extension
- One 3/8 Universal Joint
- 1/ Drive Socket Set
- Shallow Sockets 7/16 Thru 1″
- 1/ Drive Ratchet, One , 3, 6 Inch Extension
- 3/8 Metric Shallow Sockets
9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19 Mm - Open End Wrenches – Ignition Set
- 7/32 – 7/16 Inches (8 Pc.)
- Combination Wrenches
- 3/8 – 1 Inch
- Metric Combination Wrenches
- 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19
- 1/4 Drive Socket Set
- Shallow Sockets 3/16 –
- 1/4 Drive Ratchet, 6″ Handle
- One 1-1/2, 3, 6 Inch Extension
- One 10″ Adjustable Wrench & One 6″ Adjustable Wrench
- Pliers
- 10″ Groove Joint (Channel Lock)
- 8″ Slip Joint
- 8″ Needle Noise
- 6″ Cutting Pliers
- 6″ Vice Grips
- 8″ Vice Grips
- Screwdrivers
- Flat Tip No. 2, 4, 6, 8
- Phillips 31, 42, 63, 64
- Punch Set
- Cold Chisel Set
- Leaf Type Feeler Gauges (Std, Stept)
- 12 Oz. Ball-Pen. Hammer
- One Pair Safety Glasses
- 12 Volt Multimeter
- Gasket Scraper
- One 24 Inch Pry Bar
- Tool Boxes, Large Enough To Hold All Tools.
Lower Or Combination
- Clothing: Jump Suit, Coverall, Uniforms
- Shoes: Steel Toes Shoes, Steel Toes Boots Or Shoes
Approbate For Shop Work. (No Soft Sole Shoe) - Tools: Tool List Included, Tools Must Be Purchased Before
The First Nine Week Break Of The Student First Semester - Books: Must Be Purchase First Week Of Each Semester
Pencil, Pens Required - Safety Glasses: All Students Must Have Eye Protection On At
All Times When They Are Working In The Lab
