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Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technology Diploma

Wake Tech Course ID: D60460

The Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technology Diploma prepares students for entry-level work repairing medium- and heavy-duty vehicles.

Course work includes the theory of operations, troubleshooting techniques and repair procedures for engines, electrical and hydraulic systems. Other courses cover power trains and brakes.

Graduates should qualify for entry-level employment opportunities at businesses that repair medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Entry and advancement levels depend on the amount of training completed, knowledge and ability levels, work performance and ethics.

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Estimated Tuition & Fees
$3,572.00
Locations
  • Southern Wake Campus
Total Credits
47
NOTE: Tuition listed is for in-state students. Out-of-state tuition is higher.
Tuition is set annually by the State Board of Community Colleges.
Wake Tech charges various fees in addition to tuition, and individual programs also have specific costs associated with them.

Career Outlook


  • Helper--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Worker
    28703.22
    Starting Salary
    38819.32
    Median Annual Wage
    7%
    Growth*
  • Maintenance Worker, Machinery
    40055.88
    Starting Salary
    60500.87
    Median Annual Wage
    12%
    Growth*
  • Farm Equipment Mechanic and Service Technician
    36338.38
    Starting Salary
    51681.21
    Median Annual Wage
    8%
    Growth*
  • Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Except Engines
    44428.12
    Starting Salary
    63282.08
    Median Annual Wage
    10%
    Growth*
  • Rail Car Repairer
    45477.32
    Starting Salary
    65545.00
    Median Annual Wage
    8%
    Growth*
  • Bus and Truck Mechanic and Diesel Engine Specialist
    40094.68
    Starting Salary
    59410.03
    Median Annual Wage
    6%
    Growth*
  • Electrical and Electronic Installer and Repairer, Transportation Equipment
    49483.20
    Starting Salary
    82721.60
    Median Annual Wage
    8%
    Growth*
USA Wake County *Estimated job growth over 10 years.
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