The Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service and maintain diesel engines in the following vehicles:
It also prepares them to repair, service and maintain stationary diesel engines in electrical generators and related equipment.
Students will receive instruction in engines, hydraulics, electrical, electronic and powertrain systems, among other topics. Depending on the program major area chosen, coursework may include the following:
Graduates of this pathway should be prepared to take professional licensure exams, which correspond to certain programs of study, and to become entry-level technicians in the transportation industry.
Work-Based Learning opportunities are available.
Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology is a limited-enrollment program that has unique admission requirements, policies, procedures, schedules and deadlines. Interested applicants should complete the entire application process, including placement testing and review with an academic advisor. The advisor will go over essential information and give you a Limited-Enrollment Student Checklist, which outlines and directs you to the next steps. When meeting with your program advisors, be sure to bring your checklist with you.
Interested applicants for any of our limited-enrollment programs should email Paige Kearns at [email protected]
Students can enter programs in the Fall or Spring semester by following these steps:
Wake Tech academic programs (credit and non-credit) that are designed to lead to professional licenses are tied to North Carolina or national certifications. If you intend to pursue professional licenses outside North Carolina once you have completed your academic program at Wake Tech, please refer to the Professional Licensure section of the college's distance education authorization page for additional information.