Diesel/Heavy Duty Technology

School of
Transportation

Amy Loveland

Amy Loveland

  • Instructional Management Assistant
  • 801-593-2494

Program Summary

When Can I Start

Start dates occur every two weeks

Credits

30 Credit Hours

Time to Complete

13 months @ 18hrs/wk

Training Locations

Main Campus

Adult Student Costs | $3,238*

Estimated: Includes Tuition (@ 30 Credit hours), Fees and Course Materials. Some elective courses may have additional fees and/or materials that are not calculated in this summary.

High School Costs | $172

Tuition is free for high school students, however there are some fees and materials that they may be responsible for at the beginning or during the program

  • NOTE: Textbook and material costs are based on Davis Tech’s bookstore prices at the time of publication and are subject to change. There are no charges associated with personal data collection and processes or verification of student identity.

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Program Outcomes

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Program / Admission Details

Program Description
The Diesel/Heavy Duty Technology program provides training in a variety of diesel powered vehicles, engines, and power systems. Students explore the theory of operation and preventive maintenance of diesel systems and progress to actual hands-on work in the maintenance and repair of transmissions, differentials, brakes, steering and suspension, wheel alignment, hydraulics and engine rebuilding. After demonstrating foundational knowledge, students begin working with the latest advances in the trucking industry in engine design, micro-processing, air conditioning, and transmissions.
Admission Requirements

This program is open to qualified high school and adult students who meet the following program requirements:

  • ADULT STUDENTS: Have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Must be at least 16 years of age AND be in 11th or 12th grade
  • Hold a current, valid driver's license
Placement Assessment Requirements

Transcripts for prior academic learning or assessments (such as college or high school), may waive some or all of the admission requirements. Copies should be provided to the Assessment Center. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable in most cases.

The following tests are required for this program:


  • High School student applicants must submit transcripts for ALL PROGRAMS. Cumulative GPA of 2.0 and successful completion of Math 2 (B or higher) and English 2 (B or higher) is required to waive testing for high school students. Some programs have higher GPA requirements. Student’s must have the minimum required grade for two quarters or one semester in the same school year.
  • Placement testing is waived for students with a Davis Tech Certificate of Completion at an equivalent level or higher, or an associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited college
Credentials and Certifications
Davis Technical College Credentials
  • Davis Technical College Certificate of Program Completion
Utah State Board of Education CTE Skill Certificate (High School Students Only)
  • Introduction to Automotive
Transfer Options

The following academic agreements are available to students in the this program. In order to receive credit for course work included in these agreements, you must provide a transcript to the receiving institution.

Please be aware that some agreements require you to complete the entire program before they will transfer credit. Please contact your instructor at Davis Tech if you have questions.

This program is eligible to transfer credits towards an AAS degree to the following institutions:

Classroom Hours

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
8am-11am 8am-11am 8am-11am 8am-11am 8am-11am
12pm-3pm 12pm-3pm 12pm-3pm 12pm-3pm 12pm-3pm
6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm

Program Faculty

Chip Vreeken

FT Chip Vreeken

  • Certificate from Davis Technical College
Darrin Reuss

FT Darrin Reuss

  • Certificate from Davis Technical College
Jeffery Eddings

FT Jeffery Eddings

  • Bachelor's degree from Ashford University
Jody Conger

FT Jody Conger

  • Bachelor's degree from Westminster College
Scott King

FT Scott King

  • ASE Masters - Medium and Heavy Duty Truck
  • Certificate from Davis Technical College
Brenan Kamerath

PT Brenan Kamerath

  • High School
Jason Mauchley

PT Jason Mauchley

  • Certificate from Davis Technical College
Mark Anderson

PT Mark Anderson

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