The Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology program at A-B Tech prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain diesel engines in vehicles such as Heavy Duty Trucks over the one-ton classification, buses, ships, railroad locomotives, and equipment, such as well as stationary diesel engines in electrical generators and related equipment. With a completed diploma, students are prepared for employment in a variety of positions including Bus and Truck Mechanics with a median salary in North Carolina of $25.57 per hour (U.S. Department of Labor, 2024).
| Course Prefix/Num | Course Title | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| General Education Courses (certificate General Education is optional) | |||
| ENG-110* | Freshman Composition | 3 | SHC |
| PHY-121 | Applied Physics I | 4 | SHC |
| Core Courses | |||
| HET-110 | Diesel Engines | 6 | SHC |
| HET-119 | Mechanical Transmissions | 3 | SHC |
| HET-125 | Preventative Maintenance | 2 | SHC |
| TRN-110 | Intro to Transport Technology | 2 | SHC |
| TRN-120 | Basic Transp Electricity | 5 | SHC |
| TRN-120A | Basic Transp Electricity Lab | 1 | SHC |
| Other Major Courses | |||
| HET-115 | Electronic Engines | 3 | SHC |
| HET-231 | Medium/Heavy Duty Brake Systems | 2 | SHC |
| HET-233 | Suspension and Steering | 4 | SHC |
| HYD-112 | Hydraulics Med/Heavy Duty | 2 | SHC |
| MEC-111 | Machine Processes I | 3 | SHC |
| TRN-140 | Transp Climate Control | 2 | SHC |
| WLD-112 | Basic Welding Processes | 2 | SHC |
| Other Required Courses | |||
| ACA-115 | Success and Study Skills | 1 | SHC |
| Total SHC for Program | 45 | SHC | |
While your tuition is fully covered, please note that books and course-related fees are not included. In addition, CCP students are not eligible for financial aid, so it is important to plan accordingly for these expenses.
We encourage you to connect with your school liaison to confirm any additional fees associated with your specific course.
You can also research and estimate textbook costs in advance by visiting the A-B Tech Bookstore to view current pricing and required materials.