Topics covered include hazardous materials, safe use of equipment and tools, and an introduction to the occupation, health and safety concerns in the work-place. Students are required to take first aid and CPR training. Consists of electronic basics and technical aspects of repair and overhauling ignition, charging, and starting systems. Classroom study of basic hydraulics and air brake systems, and service and repair procedures on components used on heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment vehicles. Shop practice in testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and use of tools and testing equipment needed to service hydraulics and pneumatic components.
Student is paid, part-time employee under employer's immediate supervision.
Program coordinating works with employer to establish and maintain training goals. Classroom study of diesel fuel system components, tune-up, service, and repair procedures. Shop practice in testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and use of tools needed to service diesel engines and their fuel systems. Student is paid, part-time employee under employer's immediate supervision. Coordinator works with employer to establish and maintain training goals.