Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Diesel Heavy Equipment Master Technician

College of Southern Nevada

The Diesel/Heavy Equipment program prepares students to enter the workforce as technicians to maintain, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment. The program focuses both on over the road trucks as well as diesel powered heavy equipment typically used in the construction industry. Students will learn diesel engine and propulsion systems, fuel management systems, related accessory components, hydraulics, and HVAC. All students will be prepared to take ASE certification exams at the completion of the appropriate course.Student Learning OutcomesPrepare for employment in the Diesel Technology Industry as a Certified Technician.Prepare to take the following ASE/NATEF certification exams: ASE T2, ASE T3, ASE T4, ASE T5, ASE T6, and ASE T7.Prepare for the IMACA refrigerant handling certification.Pass the SP2 safety and pollution prevention certification.

School of Advanced and Applied Technologies