Diesel Technology Certificate Level 1, 2, and A.A.S. (47.0605) Eagle Pass Campus
Faculty and Staff
Purpose
Admission Requirements
Students will receive a Level One Certificate and/or an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree upon satisfactory completion of the program of study and upon making formal application for graduation (See Curricula section). The Diesel Technology Program carries three award options, a Level One Basic Certificate, Level One Advanced Certificate, and an A.A.S. degree. The Level One Certificates are TSI exempt; however, those not meeting TSI requirements are encouraged to enroll in the appropriate developmental course(s).
Students who wish to pursue the A.A.S. degree must meet all Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements.
Program of Study
Program of Study
Fall Semester
Course Number | Title | Credit |
---|---|---|
DEMR 1406 | Diesel Engine I | 4 |
DEMR 1405 | Basic Electrical Systems | 4 |
DEMR 1301 | Shop Safety and Procedures | 3 |
Total | 11 |
Spring Semester
Course Number | Title | Credit |
---|---|---|
DEMR 13491 | Diesel Engine II | 3 |
DEMR 1417 | Basic Brake Systems | 4 |
DEMR 1421 | Power Train I | 4 |
Total | 11 | |
Total Credit Hours for Certificate | 22 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
Program of Study
(Prerequisite: Diesel Technology - Basic Level One Certificate)
Fall Semester
Course Number | Title | Credit |
---|---|---|
DEMR 1423 | Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning | |
(HVAC) Troubleshooting and Repair | 4 | |
DEMR 1310 | Diesel Engine Testing and Repair I | 3 |
DEMR 1447 | Power Train II | 4 |
Total | 11 |
Spring Semester
Course Number | Title | Credit |
---|---|---|
DEMR 2348 | Failure Analysis | 3 |
DEMR 2432 | Electronic Controls | 4 |
DEMR 22811 | Coop Education - Diesel Mechanics | |
Technology/Technician | 2 | |
DEMR 1330 | Steering and Supervision I | 3 |
Total | 12 | |
Total Credit Hours for Certificate | 45 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
General Education Courses | Credit | |
---|---|---|
Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
Humanities & Fine Arts | 3 | |
Natural Science & Math | 3 | |
Other | 6 | |
Total General Education Courses | 15 | |
Technical Education Courses | 45 | |
Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Program of Study
First Year
Fall Semester
Course Number | Title | Credit |
---|---|---|
EDUC 1300π | Learning Framework | |
or | ||
COLS 0300 | College Success Skills | |
DEMR 1406 | Diesel Engine I | 4 |
DEMR 1405 | Basic Electrical Systems | 4 |
DEMR 1301 | Shop Safety and Procedures | 3 |
Elective | Humanities & Fine Arts | 3 |
Total | 14 |
Spring Semester
Course Number | Title | Credit |
---|---|---|
DEMR 1349 | Diesel Engine II | 3 |
DEMR 1417 | Basic Brake Systems | 4 |
DEMR 1421 | Power Train I | 4 |
COSC 1301 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
Total | 14 |
Summer Session
Course Number | Title | Credit |
---|---|---|
Elective | Speech Communications | 3 |
Elective | Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
Total | 6 |
Second Year
Fall Semester
Course Number | Title | Credit |
---|---|---|
DEMR 1423 | Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning | |
(HVAC) Troubleshooting and Repair | 4 | |
DEMR 1447 | Power Train II | 4 |
DEMR 1310 | Diesel Engine Testing and Repair I | 3 |
Elective | College Level Mathematics | 3 |
Total | 14 |
Spring Semester
Course Number | Title | Credit |
---|---|---|
DEMR 1330 | Steering and Suspension I | 3 |
DEMR 2348 | Failure Analysis | 3 |
DEMR 2432 | Electronic Controls | 4 |
DEMR 22811 | Cooperative Education - Diesel Mechanics | |
Technology/Technician | 2 | |
Total | 12 | |
Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
Tuition and Fees
1 Tool Set* (approximate cost) $600
* A tool list will be provided by instructor.
Textbooks (approximate cost) $225
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Idalia DeLaCruz |
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Sandy Colombo |
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Alexya Herrera |
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|
Luis Ruiz |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Audrey Sturdevant.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.
Visit with Your Success Coach
Please choose from a virtual appointment or an in-person appointment by clicking on the link to schedule an appointment with your Success Coach.
|
Luis Ruiz |
Disability Support Services students, please schedule your appointment with Audrey Sturdevant.
Veteran students, please contact our Veteran Affairs Certifying Official to schedule an appointment.