Diesel Technology

Program Description

The program prepares students for entry-level careers in repair and maintenance of diesel engines. Diesel technology is the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of large industrial diesel engines. Such engines may be used to power machines such as trains, large ships, electrical power generators, oilfield equipment, and heavy construction equipment. Students in the program will apply their knowledge and skills in industry work experiences.

The CTE Department may structure the field experience.This may include laboratory-based, paid or unpaid work experiences for students.

Students will also complete practicums at Aldine ISD bus depots.

Course Content

  • Shop Safety
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Basic Principles of Diesel Engines
  • Power Tools
  • Electrical Systems of Diesel Engines
  • Diesel Engine Testing & Repair
  • Brake Systems
  • Hydraulic Systems

Business and Industry Partners

CenterPoint Energy · Cummins · Doggett Heavy Machinery Services · FedEx · Mustang/CAT · Envirocon Systems · Amazon · Briggs · CenterPoint Energy · City of Houston · Ford · Gulf States Toyota · Port of Houston · International Union of Painters and Allied · Houston Contract Associates

College Partners

Lone Star College

Program of Study

Industry Certifications

  • Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) – Medium/Heavy Truck Technician
    – Diesel Engines
    – Brakes
    – Steering & Suspension
    – Electrical

Possible Career Pathways

  • Diesel Mechanic in Oil and Gas
  • Diesel Mechanic in Transportation
  • Field Service Technicians

*Median Pay Per Year

$46,360
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Website: bls.gov/ooh

*The wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. Median Pay Per Year range includes occupations listed on Bureau of Labor Statistics.

HS Endorsement: Business & Industry
9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
Principles of Transportation Systems Energy and Power of Transportation Systems Diesel Equipment Technology I Diesel Equipment Technology II
Workforce Dual Credit
Preventative Maintenance
Shop Safety and Procedures
Diesel Engine Testing and Repair I
Basic Electrical Systems
Diesel Engine I
Fuel Systems