Credential(s) Offered
IHE Certificate of Completion
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Program Synopsis Diesel Technology Level II Certificate
Program Location: Signal Peak Campus
Course Objective:
Description: The Diesel Technology II Certificate 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 highway heavy construction company. Students receive training applicable for servicing and repairing all types of diesel equipment.
The Diesel Technology II Certificate is accredited by the Associated Equipment Distributors Foundation (AEDF) located at 600 22nd Street Suite 220 Oak Brook, IL 60523; 630-574-0650; 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 engines 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's 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) 46 x $75 = $3,450
Tuition (Out of State) 46 x $150 = $6,900
Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
* Hydraulic Systems for Mobile Equipment ISBN 978-1-63776-124-7
* Diesel Engine Technology ISBN 978-1-64564-685-3
* Diesel Power Trains ISBN 978-1-63563-228-6
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Supply requirements will vary by course and instructor.
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/DieselTechnologyIICertap2024-2025.pdf
Additional information:
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
None.
Other requirements needed:
Prerequisite: Students must be admitted to DIE TECH Cohort; current and valid driver license; or instructor consent.
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: Courses completed apply towards a Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology A.A.S. degree.
Portable:
Yes or No: Yes.
Those who take and pass the AEDF Diesel Technician Assessment will be awarded a certificate from the AEDF that is recognizable throughout the Heavy Equipment Distributors industry. Organizations such as Caterpillar, John Deere, Komatsu, Bobcat and others recognize our program. https://aedfoundation.org/accredited-programs/
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/. AEDF – www.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.
Not tracked.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
64
Hours
46
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:
Certificate
Name of Credential
Diesel Technology Level I Certificate
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)
$1,500.00
In-State Tuition
$3,450.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$6,900.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$300.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$5,250.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$8,700.00
