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Heavy Equipment, Truck & Diesel Technician

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Drive your future with truck & diesel technology.

At Alfred State, you’ll prepare for in-demand careers in diesel and heavy equipment through New York’s #1-ranked program (U.S. News & World Report). In the Heavy Equipment, Truck & Diesel Technician AOS, you’ll gain 1,800 hours of hands-on experience maintaining and repairing trucks, tractors, bulldozers, and earthmovers. This Association of Diesel Specialists (ADS)–approved program ensures you graduate with nationally recognized skills for a dynamic career in diesel and heavy equipment maintenance.

2 Years Associate in Occupational Studies

Pioneer Quotes:

"Alfred State grads are well rounded and prepared for the work field." -Fleet Transportation

"You'll have the opportunity to enjoy some amazing experiences that will last a lifetime." -Stephen Krolak, '17

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Length of Program:

2 years

Department:

Automotive Trades Department

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Academic Location:

Wellsville Campus

Student Residency:

Alfred Campus

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Program Details

Courses You May Take

AUTO3609: Heavy Duty Drive Train

Credits: 0-9

This course consists of the service and repair of heavy duty clutches, transmissions, drive line and rear axle, leaf, torsion bar, and air suspensions, the alignment of front and rear axle, also alignment of trailer suspension and on-vehicle tire balancing. This will include Eaton and Meritor clutches, Mack and Eaton transmissions, and Meritor, Eaton and Mack rear axles. Also covered are Road Ranger auto shift transmissions.

AUTO3649: Diesel Engine Service

Credits: 0-9

This nine credit hour course covers the procedures needed to understand, test, repair, and overhaul diesel engines and their related components. Major emphasis is placed on the mid-range and heavy duty diesels of the following makes: Cummins, Caterpillar, Detroit Diesel, Mack, John Deere, and Navistar. Covered is the use of special tools and equipment necessary to troubleshoot, maintain, and overhaul these engines and their related components.

AUTO4669: Diesel Fuel System Service

Credits: 0-9

This nine credit hour course is intended for heavy equipment, truck and diesel mechanic majors. Coverage will include the fundamentals of diesel fuel systems, both mechanical and computer-controlled will be covered. Engine tune-up procedures, and diesel fuel system troubleshooting and computer usage will be included. Injection pumps, governors, injectors, emission control devices, automatic advance units and transfer pumps of the following systems will be covered: American Bosch, Caterpillar, Detroit Diesel, Cummins and Navistar.

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Entrance Requirements

Recommended

  • Algebra
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SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN

In truck and diesel technology, you’ll strengthen your math, communication, and technical reading skills while gaining extensive hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment systems. You’ll work on drivetrains, brakes, steering, suspension, gas engines, and electrical/electronic systems, building the technical expertise and practical confidence needed for entry-level roles in the diesel and heavy equipment industry.
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Facilities and Labs

Alfred State provides labs, equipment, and learning spaces that mirror the tools and technology used in the real world.


With 200+ labs on campus and experiential learning in every major, you’ll work with the same resources the pros use and be ready for the workplace on day one.

LAND A GREAT CAREER

Wondering where your skills can take you? Our career tool lets you explore real job titles, key skills, salary ranges, and job outlook data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics nationally or for New York State.

See how your Alfred State degree connects directly to in-demand careers and start planning your future with confidence.

MEET OUR FACULTY

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Brad Smith Associate Professor and Department Chair

TAKE THE NEXT STEP

You've seen our wide variety of majors at Alfred State, our great faculty who help you build your skills, and that you can do it at an incredible low cost. Now's the time to become an Alfred State Pioneer.

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