Diesel Technology

Diesel Technology is definitely high tech and in demand! It helps drive the Texas economy. Just take a look at the eighteen wheelers crowding the highways (they're carrying wind turbine parts and oil rigs to West Texas), the trains, the tractors, and even all the diesel-powered boats, and you'll see the power of diesel technology.

Through the training in the Texas State Technical College West Texas Diesel Technology Program, you'll learn all about diesel systems. That kind of training has enabled our graduates to choose careers in truck transportation, construction, the oil fields, and agriculture--everywhere diesel engines are used.

While in the Diesel Technology Program here at TSTC West Texas you'll get the chance to work with faculty with years of industry experience on a wide variety of equipment in our spacious labs on the Sweetwater Campus--plus, we'll help you learn the high-tech computer and electronics skills you'll need on the job. And during your final semester, if you choose to get your associate's degree, you'll have the opportunity to learn on-the-job (while getting paid and earning college credit) with one of many companies like Caterpillar, John Deere, or Cummins or at truck dealerships like Volvo, International, Peterbilt, or Freightliner.

Diesel Technology courses provide students with a working knowledge of

  • Diesel-powered equipment
  • Heavy trucks and tractors
  • Stationary engines

in courses such as

  • Diesel Engine Testing and Repair
  • Basic Hydraulics
  • Power Train
  • Electronic Controls

Top companies, including those listed below, have supplied TSTC West Texas with training aids that demonstrate the latest in diesel technology, such as computerized fuel-injection systems and electronic transmissions.

  • John Deere
  • Caterpillar
  • Freightliner
  • Eaton Corporation
  • Cummins
  • Detroit

Whether you choose to pursue a Certificate of Completion or Associate of Applied Science, you will be training in disassembling, inspecting and rebuilding engines and you'll gain practical experience working on projects brought into the Diesel Shop.

Career Opportunities

The Diesel Technology Program consistently shows a high placement rate (for 2007 it was 100%). Graduates of the program have found careers with

  • John Deere (Construction and Agriculture Equipment)
  • Mack/Volvo, Freightliner, Peterbilt, International, and Western Star (Trucks)
  • Caterpillar (Equipment)
  • Halliburton (Oil Field Services)
  • Numerous independent repair shops

Facilities

Students train and learn in our dedicated Diesel Technology Building. Large classrooms, a computer lab for web-based learning and the Diesel Shop are all available in this extensive training area. The 10,000 square foot shop is equipped with training aids and industry equipment and an overhead hoist that enables students to work on heavy duty diesel equipment.

Diesel Technology Location In-state
Tuition		 Out-of-state
Tuition		 Time to
Complete		 Toolkit
Prices
Diesel Technology A.A.S.  SWTR $5,555.00 $13,277.00 20 Mo. Diesel Technology Toolkit Prices
Diesel Technology Certificate  SWTR $3,635.00 $8,549.00 12 Mo. Diesel Technology Toolkit Prices
Diesel Technology (High School Dual Credit only) M.S.A.  SWTR $1,257.00 $2,895.00 4 Mo. Diesel Technology Toolkit Prices

 

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