Heavy Truck/Diesel Technology
(Career Field: Transportation Systems)

The demand for skilled diesel technicians continues to grow because trucks are a vital part of our country's economy.  Our Heavy Truck/Diesel lab is one of the highest level technology labs in the state of Ohio!

This two-year program is designed to provide students with practical instruction in the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of trucks, buses, and other diesel-powered equipment.  Heavy Truck/Diesel Technology students work with a variety of equipment from small trucks to tractor-trailers.

Students are trained in the following Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certificated curriculum areas:  diesel and gasoline engines, air/hydraulic brake systems, steering/suspension systems, electrical systems, drive train, and heating/air-conditioning systems (including transport refrigeration and mechanical and electronic fuel injection).

Career Opportunities:

Diesel Technician Trainee
Truck/Auto Parts Sales Representative
Truck Driver
Heavy Equipment Technician
Maintenance Technician
Vehicle Component Technician (servicing alternators, air compressors, tires, starters, etc.)

Career Opportunities with Further Education:

Parts/Service Manager
Operating Equipment Apprentice
Owner/Operator
Shop Supervisor
Sales Representative

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