Contact Information
Michael Redding, associate professor/program director
Michael.Redding@ndscs.edu
701-671-2226
Bisek 1171
Delivery Methods
Face-to-Face: Wahpeton
The Diesel Technology program is designed to prepare students for the many employment opportunities in the diesel industry.
Students enrolled in Diesel Technology learn the theory of operation along with the latest repair and diagnostic procedures available in the diesel industry. Training facilities are in excellent condition and labs are very well-equipped.
Green technology is addressed through changes in emission standards and alternative fuels that will continue to advance changes in this industry.
Students graduating from Diesel Technology are fully employable upon completion of this program. Diesel Technology graduates are employed by agricultural, industrial (truck and heavy equipment), construction equipment companies, mining industries or fleet owners.
The Diesel Technology program is accredited by the Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) and the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF) ASE
Admission Requirements*
The applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent. Students considered for acceptance must complete all admission requirements.
*Program Admission Requirements are subject to revision. Please check the department or program website under Program Admission Requirements for current information.
Award
Upon successful completion of the required courses, students will be awarded a certificate in Diesel Engines. This certificate is one of four stackable certificates for the completion of an AAS degree in Diesel Technology.
NOTE: Students may enter this program at the beginning of any 8-week period. Contact the Diesel Department for more information.
Diesel Electrical Certificate
This Diesel Electrical certificate allows students to complete lab/lecture classes in electrical fundamentals and electrical systems. The classes involve a practical approach to the study of electricity including Ohm’s Law, power, series and parallel circuits, direct and alternating current, with strong emphasis on diagrams and troubleshooting. Classes covering the theory of operation, repair, and diagnostic procedures of electrical/electronic systems used on heavy-duty truck, construction equipment and agricultural tractor electrical systems, electronic engines, and transmissions. In addition, this certificate includes a class on the procedures and practices used to develop fundamental industrial shop skills. Students will learn to apply a variety of practical skills used to aid in any entry level industrial mechanical service occupation.