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Diesel Technology

Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Diesel Technology (full-time)

The plan above is a sample course list. Consult an advisor for the best choices. The total credits may exceed the 60 required for the Associate in Applied Science in Diesel Technology. Some courses are available only in specific semesters, have prerequisites, or need a grade of C or higher. Technical courses must be within five years old. 

Semester 1: Total Credits = 17

Course ID Number Course Title Credit Total

DSL 102

OSHA 10

1

DSL 111

Fund. / Operating Principles

4

DSL 133

Diesel Engines I

5

DSL 141

Welding and Fabrication Lab

1

DSL 172

Brakes

3

Gen Ed Course

Public Speaking

3

Semester 2: Total Credits = 17

Course ID Number Course Title Credit Total

DSL 152

Fuel System Diagnosis / Repair

4

DSL 162

Electrical / Electronics Systems

5

DSL 182

Introduction to Hydraulics

3

DSL 192

Advanced Diesel Maintenance

2

Gen Ed Course

Social & Behavioral Science

3

Semester 3: Total Credits = 16

Course ID Number Course Title Credit Total

DSL 212

Advanced Engine Overhaul

3

DSL 222

Adv. Electronic / Electronic Systems

5

DSL 232

Hydraulic Diagnosis / Repair

3

DSL 261

Air Conditioning Diag/Repair

2

Gen Ed Course

Composition I or Technical Composition

3

Semester 4: Total Credits = 18

Course ID Number Course Title Credit Total

DSL 272

Suspension & Steering

3

DSL 275

Diesel Management

3

DSL 281

Transmission Overhaul / Diagnosis

3

DSL 291

Advanced Clutch & Power Train

3

Gen Ed Course

Math or Science

3

Gen Ed Course

Humanities & Fine Arts

3

Effective Date 08/15/2020 | Updated 7/15/2026