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DIESEL and TRUCK MECHANICS (DMECH)         



Prepare for a well-paying career in Diesel and Truck Mechanics! Train for a job in Diesel & Truck Mechanics as a Diesel Engine Specialist, Diesel Mechanic, Diesel Service Mechanics, Diesel Service Technician, Diesel Service Mechanic, Truck, Marine Diesel or Bus Mechanic.

Diesel Mechanics students examine a truck engine compartment

The Diesel Mechanics program in heavy duty truck and diesel mechanics prepares students to enter the job market as beginning mechanics or apprentices in this field, and allows students to continue their education toward the Baccalaureate degree in advanced schools of technology or as teachers in this field of specialization, or to broaden their skills in areas of management. Instruction includes the use of hand and power tools, elementary through advanced principles of diesel engines theory and operation; maintenance and repair of automotive and marine-type diesel engines and auxiliary equipment; and use of testing equipment.

Diesel & Truck Mechanics students working on a Diesel Truck engine in Tandem

Upon registering for a class in Diesel Mechanics, the student will receive a list of required basic tools. In addition, the student will be expected to provide tools that relate to the particular course in which he/she has enrolled. The purpose of this requirement is to assure that students graduating from the program possess tools in sufficient quantity to enter the trade adequately prepared.

Diesel & Truck Mechanics students work together on a Diesel Truck engine

Degrees & Certificates

A Certificate of Completion in Diesel Mechanics will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the major course requirements.

The AS Degree will be awarded upon completion of the major course requirements and the General Education requirements for the Associate in Science Degree.

Diesel Mechanics Major or Certificate

Faculty & Courses

Quick Facts about the Diesel & Truck Mechanics Program at College of Alameda

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