Heavy Duty Diesel Service Technology

Learn the fundamentals of the operation and preventive maintenance of heavy duty diesel systems. With hands-on training that covers a variety of diesel powered vehicles, engines and power systems, you can get a degree in heavy duty diesel service technology.

The Delta College Heavy Duty Diesel (HDD) program includes a certification exam from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

The HDD ASE exam provides an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge of heavy duty diesel service at a master service technician level. Many employers require this ASE certification credential when hiring HDD technicians.

How is Delta's program different from others? We offer flexible class scheduling, including face-to-face and online options, affordable tuition, financial aid, and personalized advising among many other student-centered resources.

Program details

Our degree prepares you for a career in heavy duty diesel service technology. You can start with the advanced certificate, and then use those courses toward the associate degree to increase advancement opportunities.
 

 

Professional licensure

Students are eligible to receive the ASE national credential which is not recognized by all states for licensure. The Automotive Service license can be earned in Michigan. Each state has their own requirements. There is no guarantee of licensing in another state. You may apply and that state's licensing board will look at your credentials/education and decide requirements for gaining the license. Please contact the program coordinator for further information.

Transfer

One of the best things about Delta College is that you can start here and go just about anywhere. We’ve built relationships with lots of colleges and universities to make transferring easy—and you can save a ton of money in the process.

Take a look at the options available in this career field. And don’t forget to talk with your Student Success Advisor about your career goals. They can help you explore the different programs and degree paths that might be right for you, including the Associate in Arts or Associate in Science.

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Job outlook

Interested in a career in heavy duty diesel service technology? Learn more about our region’s employment outlook and career opportunities you can pursue in this field of study by reviewing the sampling below. Visit Career Coach to search all careers.

 

"We have advisory members telling us all the time that they cannot find enough heavy diesel technicians."

Jim Miller
Automotive Service Technology instructor