Certificate
Curriculum Guide
Diesel Power Technology
THE PROGRAM
Diesel power is the energy behind industry. It is that simple. Agricultural machinery, construction equipment, and
transporting goods over the nation’s highways and interstates all rely on diesel powered vehicles. Keeping the country
moving and building is the work of the professionals in Diesel Power Technology.
The Diesel Power Technologies (DPT) Program at Kishwaukee College offers students the opportunity to train
in a state-of-the-art diesel shop and receive hands-on instruction working on all types of vehicles. Plus students
learn to work on smaller components of large diesel engines in classroom settings. Our instructors make sure that
students learn to work on the newest innovations in diesel technology, including new systems designed to increase
environmental protection.
The certificate programs in Diesel Power Technology are intended to provide entry-level skills and training for
students seeking careers in the field. Additionally, currently employed technicians who wish to upgrade their skills
and technical knowledge may be interested in pursuing the certificate programs.
The DPT Program is part of the Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Career Cluster: The planning, management,
and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail and water and related professional and
technical support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile
equipment and facility maintenance. For more information, visit www.careertech.org/career-clusters/
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
From mass transportation, to agriculture, to construction, the driving force behind today’s heavy vehicles and
equipment is the diesel engine with its massive power and incredible durability. Without diesel engines, vital work
comes to a screeching halt. When these costly breakdowns occur, we turn to diesel technicians.
Diesel technicians work in private shops, dealerships and fleet repair facilities throughout the nation, with on
highway or off highway vehicles. Some diesel technicians concentrate on preventative maintenance in order to
minimize expensive breakdown time, while others specialize in areas such as electronics, engines, transmissions,
hydraulics or air conditioning/refrigeration.
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Certificate
Curriculum Guide
Diesel Power Technology
DIESEL POWER/EQUIPMENT REPAIR
ELECTIVES FOR CURRICULUM NO. 429
Curriculum No. 429
An advanced certificate program providing comprehensive
training, skills and knowledge needed for careers in diesel
power equipment technology. Requires 51 credit hours,
10 hours of which are internship training.
DPT 101
DPT 106
DPT 154
DPT 172
DPT 173
DPT 175
DPT 176
DPT 177
DPT 178
DPT 197
DPT 272
DPT 273
DPT 274
DPT 279
DPT 293
WT 116
Diesel Power Technology Careers
Diesel Power Technology Internship Prep
Truck Brakes and Suspension
Basic Engine Overhaul
Mobile System Electronics I Introduction to Tool Safety and Usage Basic Transmissions and Final Drives
Introduction to Diesels
Basic Hydraulics
Diesel Power Tech Intern I Advanced Engine Overhaul
Mobile Systems Electronics II Vehicle Air Conditioning
Advanced Diesels
Diesel Power Tech Intern II Fundamental Welding Processes
Choose three (3) credit hours from list below:
DPT 199 Small Engine Maintenance and Repair
DPT 277 Combine Repair
DPT 278 Advanced Hydraulics
DPT 280 Advanced Transmissions & Final Drives
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ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION
DEPARTMENT
Mark Engel, Instructor
815-825-2086, ext. 2820
mark.engel@kishwaukeecollege.edu
COUNSELORS
Counseling & Student Development Center
Phone: 815-825-2086, ext. 5070
Maria VanHise, CT Administrative Assistant
815-825-2086, ext. 2830
maria.vanhise@kishwaukeecollege.edu
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
1. Complete specific course and program graduation requirements for the Certificate of Completion as outlined in the Career/Occupational programs
section of the catalog. Each curriculum identifies the specific course requirements needed to complete a Certificate of Completion.
2. Meet the College’s academic residency requirement.
3. Achieve an overall 2.000 GPA in all Kishwaukee College required and elective course work applicable to the Certificate program requirements.
4. Resolve any incomplete grades in Kishwaukee College course work applicable to the certificate.
5. Apply for graduation in the Admissions, Registration, and Records office.
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