Wyoming Technical Institute's Diesel Technology Program teaches students how to work on all types of diesel vehicles, including locomotives, cargo ships, trucks, farm equipment and oil rigs. Coursework covers engines, power trains, engine management, engine accessories, power systems, diesel engine design, hydrostatic transmissions, brakes and electrical systems. Students may also choose a specialization in advanced diesel, high-performance powertrain, light-duty diesel and trimming and upholstery technology.
Students must go through an interview process before they are admitted. Those who complete the program are prepared for careers in many professions, including management, race team technician, standard technician, fabricator, painter and service writer.
Wyoming Technical Institute
4373 N. Third St.
Laramie, WY 82072
307-742-3776
wyotech.edu
The Advanced Technology Institute's Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Program prepares students to work on farm equipment, ships, boats, aircraft, road construction vehicles and trucks. Students participate in hands-on training in a student shop, where they work on 400-to-12,000-pound vehicles and those with manual and automatic transmission. Students also work in a fuel injection shop and work on an actual tractor-trailer. Upon completion of the program, students can obtain a certification.
Advanced Technology Institute
5700 Southern Blvd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
757-490-1241
auto.edu
Lincoln Group of Schools has campuses across the United States. The school's Diesel Training Program teaches students how to work on 18-wheelers, buses, mining equipment, trains and construction equipment. Students learn in a shop where they get hands-on experience in diesel engines, brakes, fuel systems and hydraulics. Other coursework includes diagnosing electrical issues, learning about diesel electrical systems, chassis, diesel engine repair and hydraulic applications.
Depending on the campus, students earn a diploma, associate's degree or bachelor's degree. The school also has a placement assistance center to help its graduates find employment.
Lincoln Group of Schools
200 Executive Drive
West Orange, NJ 07052-3388
973-736-9340
lincolntech.com