Basic welding fundamentals for vocational programs other than welding. Emphasizes shielded metallic arc welding and oxyacetylene welding.

A basic course in OSHA safety training including many common shop situations. Includes personal protection equipment, hazard communications, hand and power tool safety, safe lifting, fire prevention, and forklift operator training. A safety training certificate and forklift operator license will be given to each student who passes the course. Training and testing will be done in a classroom environment with hands on observation during normal diesel lab times.

A practical application of the analysis, repair and testing of the material covered in DESL 1110. Involves the use of proper methods, tools and service materials to complete work requirements.

An introduction to the fundamentals of air conditioning and basic refrigeration principles including the study of different types of compressors, evaporators, controls, and condensers used on today's trucks. Gauge reading as a diagnostic tool, environmental issues and certification to handle refrigerants is also covered.

Includes hands on training in maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and overhaul of clutches, manual transmissions, driveshafts, differentials, wheels, brakes, suspension and steering systems and wheel alignment.

Work-study program for in-depth instruction on the job. The college gives both related and vocational instruction before and or during this period, including seminars directly related to the work experience. These experiences are planned and supervised by the college and employers so that each contributes to the student's education and employability. Work periods may be scheduled part or full time. Permission of instructor required.

Lab experience corresponds to the material covered in DESL 2110. Includes proper use of tools, scanners, and other test equipment required to service electronic circuits on today's medium and heavy duty trucks. Also covers proper installation, calibration, set-up, testing and diagnosing various types of electronic devices.

A practical application of disassembly, measurement and repair of diesel engines used in the trucking industry. Includes engine brakes and mechanical fuel systems, preventative maintenance, trouble shooting, failure analysis, parts inspection, overhaul and tune up. First year completion of Diesel Technology program or permission of instructor required.

The practical application of the theories learned in DESL 2170 with hands on experience in the function, diagnosis, and repair of refrigeration trailers.

Exposure to practical information from psychology for use in everyday human relations and to improve communication skills.

Development of both oral and written communicative skills essential to career areas. Includes business letters, job applications, and analyzing and writing of technical reports.

Development of math skills for success in the industry with major emphasis on problem solving through numerical methods. A scientific calculator serves a major means to this end. Topics include numeration and operations, measurement, number representation, and formulas.

An introduction to basic computer operations using personal computers operating in a Windows environment. Students learn to use the computer to create and edit word processing and spreadsheet documents and use the Internet as a resource for information.

Covers the basic principles needed for effective personal and business finance management, including the practical applications of budgeting, credit, insurance, taxes, along with business overhead, break-even analysis, and return on investment.