Credential(s) Offered
Associate's degree
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Program Synopsis Diesel Technology, Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Program Location: Signal Peak Campus
Course Objective:
Description: The Diesel Technology AAS Degree prepares students for employment as diesel technicians with an array of career opportunities within the industry. A typical graduate will seek employment with an equipment dealer, equipment rental company, or a heavy highway construction company. Students receive training applicable for serving and repairing all types of diesel equipment.
The Diesel Technology Degree is accredited by the Associated Equipment Distributors Foundation (AEDF) located at 600 22nd Street Suite 220 Oak Brook, IL 60523; 630-574-0650; https://aedfoundation.org/
Competencies to be achieved:
* Model safe procedures in the workplace, per OSHA. (Synthesis Level)
* Explain the fundamentals of diesel engine and fuel system design and operation used in Heavy Equipment.(Comprehension Level)
* Diagnose and repair malfunctions related to diesel engine and fuel systems used in Heavy Equipment. (Analysis Level)
* Explain the fundamentals of power train and chassis system design and operation used in Heavy Equipment (Comprehension Level)
* Diagnose and repair malfunctions related to power train and chassis systems used in Heavy Equipment. (Analysis Level)
* Explain the fundamentals of hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems used in Heavy Equipment. (Comprehension Level)
* Diagnose and repair malfunctions related to hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems used in Heavy Equipment.(Analysis Level)
* Operate Heavy Equipment in accordance with the operator handbook. (Application Level)
* Recondition Heavy Equipment in accordance with the manufacturer's service and repair manual. (Application Level)
Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
Tuition (In-State) 65 x $75 = $4,875
Tuition (Out of State) 65 x $150 = $9,750
No additional fees.
Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
* Mathematics for the Trades (MAT106) ISBN 8220117020650
* Effective Human Relations: Interpersonal and Organizational Applications (BUS123) ISBN 978130557612
* Heavy Equipment Power Trains and Systems (DIE133) ISBN 9781685844455
* Culture and Values: A Survey of the Humanities (261.04) ISBN 9781305958104
* Technical Communication (ENG121) ISBN 9781319245009
* Think Communication (COM100) ISBN 9780205944507
* Microbiology (BIO205) ISBN 9781938168147
Different professors require different books, some materials are pending. Prices may vary.
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Notebook and pen.
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Veronica Duran
Email: veronica.duran@centralaz.edu
Phone number: 520-494-5111
Direct Website link to the program:
https://centralaz.edu/resources/AOI/DieselTechnologyAASmap2024-2025.pdf
Additional information:
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: None
Other requirements needed: None
Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
https://centralaz.edu/admissions/paying-for-college/refunds/
Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:
Established in 1919, Associated Equipment Distributors Foundation (AEDF) is an international trade association based in Oak Brook, IL, representing over 800 construction equipment distributors, manufacturers, and industry-service firms nationwide. The AED Foundation is an accrediting agency for diesel-equipment technology college programs.
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes.
Career Pathway: Some courses completed may apply towards bachelor’s degree programs. Some courses completed may apply towards bachelor’s degree programs. Completing the A.A.S. degree and the Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) requirements provides a pathway to attend an Arizona public university in the future.
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes. HLC accredited courses are recognized by other educational institutions.
Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes.
Accrediting Agency and link to website: Higher Learning Commission; https://hlcommission.org/. Associated Equipment Distributors Foundation (AEDF) aedfoundation.org/.
Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential during WIOA program participation or within one year after exit from WIOA
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
64
Hours
65
Entrance Requirements
Course(s)
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes.
Training Location(s)
Signal Peak Campus
Local WIB
2003 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pinal
Type of Attainment:
Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technology A.A.S. Degree
Name of Credential
Diesel Technology A.A.S.
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Pell Grant; Scholarship
Refund Policy
See Synopsis
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - HLC; AEDF
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$2,000.00 See Synopsis.
In-State Tuition
$4,875.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$9,750.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$6,875.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$11,750.00
