Diesel Technology

Next class starts: 5/28/2024

View full schedule here.

Registration Eligibility: Adults & High School Juniors & Seniors

High school students must be age 16 or older. Learn more.

Transfer Credit Opportunity

Credit hours for completing this program can be transferred to UVU. Learn more.

Locations

Lehi Campus - Building B
Spanish Fork Campus - Building B

76%

Completion Rate

95%

Placement Rate

The Diesel Technology program prepares students with the diversified employment skills and knowledge as diesels technicians, including hands-on instruction in diesel engines; electrical/electronic systems; steering and suspension; brakes; drivetrain; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; hydraulics; preventative maintenance; safety; professionalism; and workplace relations.

This program is eligible for Financial and Veterans Aid! Learn more

For more information, contact the Program Coordinator.
Nate Collings
Nate Collings

ncollings@mtec.edu

Adults and high school students who are age 16 and older and at least a junior in high school, with a valid driver’s license.

Registration for the 2024-2025 school year opens April 23, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. online on the MTECH Student Portal and remains open until classes are full. It is recommended to create your MTECH Student Portal account in advance.


Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. Some fees and materials may be required upfront, while some may be paid later throughout the program.


While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

  • Students should coordinate with home high school counselors prior to registration.
  • Students must satisfy the entrance requirements with the testing center.
  • This program requires a valid drivers license. Email a copy to Automotive@mtec.edu in order to register.
  • Students must complete the T8 Preventative Maintenance class or pass the challenge exam in the testing center before enrolling in advanced courses.
SECTIONCAMPUSROOM #START DATEEND DATESTART TIMEEND TIMEDAYS
Lehi A 7:30AM
BrakesLehiDiesel Shop5/28/20247/26/20247:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
HVACLehiDiesel Shop7/29/20249/6/20247:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Drive TrainLehiDiesel Shop9/9/202411/5/20247:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Engines ILehiDiesel Shop11/6/20241/17/20247:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Engines IILehiDiesel Shop1/21/20243/4/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Introduction to Diesel TechnologyLehiDiesel Shop5/27/20256/24/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Preventative Maintenance ILehiDiesel Shop6/25/20257/9/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Lehi B 7:30AM
Introduction to Diesel TechnologyLehiDiesel Shop8/15/20249/12/20247:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Preventative Maintenance ILehiDiesel Shop9/13/20249/26/20247:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Preventative Maintenance IILehiDiesel Shop9/27/202411/11/20247:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Electrical ILehiDiesel Shop11/12/20241/24/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Electrical IILehiDiesel Shop1/27/20253/24/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Steering and SuspensionLehiDiesel Shop3/25/20256/2/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
BrakesLehiDiesel Shop6/3/20257/31/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Lehi A 11:30AM
Electrical IILehiDiesel Shop6/7/20248/1/202411:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
Steering and SuspensionLehiDiesel Shop8/21/202410/16/202411:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
BrakesLehiDiesel Shop10/21/202412/18/202411:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
HVACLehiDiesel Shop1/6/20252/3/202511:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
Drive TrainLehiDiesel Shop2/4/20254/1/202511:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
Engines ILehiDiesel Shop4/2/20256/9/202511:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
Engines IILehiDiesel Shop6/10/20257/23/202511:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
Lehi B 11:30AM
Introduction to Diesel TechnologyLehiDiesel Shop5/28/20246/25/202411:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
Preventative Maintenance ILehiDiesel Shop6/26/20247/11/202411:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
Preventative Maintenance IILehiDiesel Shop7/12/20249/6/202411:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
Electrical ILehiDiesel Shop9/7/202411/5/202411:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
Electrical IILehiDiesel Shop11/6/20241/17/202511:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
Steering and SuspensionLehiDiesel Shop1/18/20253/18/202511:30 AM2:30 PMM-F
Spanish Fork 7:30AM
T-6 Electrical and ElectronicsSpanish ForkDiesel Shop7/1/20249/18/20247:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
T-7 HVACSpanish ForkDiesel Shop9/19/202410/16/20247:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Introduction to Diesel TechnologySpanish ForkDiesel Shop1/6/20252/3/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Preventative Maintenance ISpanish ForkDiesel Shop2/4/20252/18/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Preventative Maintenance IISpanish ForkDiesel Shop2/19/20254/1/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Electrical ISpanish ForkDiesel Shop4/2/20256/9/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Electrical IISpanish ForkDiesel Shop6/10/20258/19/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Spanish Fork 11:45AM
Electrical IISpanish ForkDiesel Shop6/7/20248/1/202411:45 AM2:45 PMM-F
Steering and SuspensionSpanish ForkDiesel Shop8/21/202410/16/202411:45 AM2:52 PMM-F
BrakesSpanish ForkDiesel Shop10/21/202412/18/202411:45 AM2:52 AMM-F
HVACSpanish ForkDiesel Shop1/6/20252/3/202511:45 AM2:45 PMM-F
Drive TrainSpanish ForkDiesel Shop2/4/20254/1/202511:45 AM2:45 PMM-F
Engines ISpanish ForkDiesel Shop4/2/20256/9/202511:45 AM2:45 PMM-F
Engines IISpanish ForkDiesel Shop6/10/20257/23/202511:45 AM2:45 PMM-F
Schedule Notes:Class is held Monday – Thursday; The 1st and 3rd Fridays each month are hybrid and the 2nd, 4th, and 5th Fridays each month in person. This schedule begins in PM II. For Intro to Diesel and PM I, students will be in class Monday – Friday.
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Total hours: 1050

Course Descriptions
 
Course NameCourse HoursCourse CreditsExternship/Clinical/ WBL CreditsTuition ($120/credit hour)Course FeesIndustry Exam Fee
Introduction to Diesel Technology602$240.00$290.00$0.00
Preventative Maintenance I301$120.00$30.00$0.00
Preventative Maintenance II903$360.00$50.00$90.00
Electrical I1204$480.00$50.00$0.00
Electrical II1204$480.00$50.00$90.00
Steering and Suspension1204$480.00$100.00$90.00
Brakes1204$480.00$90.00$90.00
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) I602$240.00$90.00$109.00
Drivetrain1204$480.00$40.00$90.00
Engines I1204$480.00$40.00$0.00
Engines II903$360.00$20.00$90.00
TOTALS:1050350$4,200.00$850.00$649.00
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Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.
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Tuition/FeesCost
Tuition:$4,200.00
Application Fee$0.00
Registration Fee:$40.00
Total Course Fees:$850.00
Required Materials:Cost
Industry Exam Fee:$630.00
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Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above. Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. Fees and materials may be required upfront, while some may be paid later throughout the program. While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.
Required MaterialsQuantityNotes (ISBN numbers, etc)Cost
Tablet (Android)1TableIncluded in student fees
Tablet Case1CaseIncluded in student fees
Safety Glasses1$4.00
Coveralls1One pairincluded in student fees
Tool Kit1 Students need to purchase tools from an outside vendor. Costs are approximate and may vary, Tool list will be given on the first day of class. $600 – $4000
Systems 2E & Engines 2E CDX Onine Bundle 2 year access1 978-128-427-5018 included in fees
ASE Certification Tests7 There are a total of 7 exams @ $90.00 each paid for at the time of registration
EPA 609 MVAC Test1 paid to ASE $20.00
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Optional MaterialsNotes (ISBN numbers, quantity, etc)Cost
CoverallsAdditional sets of coveralls can be purchased$48.00
Total Cost of Optional Materials $48.00
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Jeff Wood
Certificates – Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician
ASE Certification Details
  • T8 – Preventive Maintenance & Inspections (Prerequisite for T series Courses)
  • T2 – Diesel Engines
  • T3 – Drive Train
  • T4 – Brakes
  • T5 – Suspension & Steering
  • T6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems
  • T7 – Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning



Nathan Collings
Certificates – Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician
ASE Certification Details
  • T8 – Preventive Maintenance & Inspections (Prerequisite for T series Courses)
  • T2 – Diesel Engines
  • T3 – Drive Train
  • T4 – Brakes
  • T5 – Suspension & Steering
  • T6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems
  • T7 – Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning



Tyson Dailey
Certificates – Master Medium/Heavy Vehicle Technician, Medium/Heavy Truck Technician
ASE Certification Details
  • T2R – Diesel Engines Recert
  • T3R – Drive Train Recert
  • T4R – Brakes Recert
  • T5R – Suspension and Steering Recert
  • T6R – Electrical/Electronic Systems Recert
  • T7R – Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Recert
  • MTECH Program Certificate in Diesel Technology
  • 609 Certification (EPA 609 MVAC)
  • Students are prepared to take the ASE certification tests as they complete each course in the program

At MTECH, you will join an exclusive group of graduates who benefit from a commitment to excellence shared by everyone at the school. From instructors who deliver a relevant, industry-driven curriculum to academic counselors focused on ensuring you have the tools you need to succeed, we all share the same goal: your success as a student.

Students will work on heavy duty semi truck systems. Students will learn every part of the truck – not just the diesel engine.

The work can be difficult, but there are tools that will make make the job easier. Mechanic shops usually require employees and students to lift a minimum of 50lbs.

A tools list will be given to you on the first day of class. You should be dressed ready to get dirty. Safety toed shoes, safety glasses, and clothes that cover your body well will be important throughout the program. Jewelry and hair can be a hazard, so it will be important to find ways to keep those out of the way.

Diesel Technology

Program length
18 months
Total cost
$5,720
Lehi Campus - Bldg. B
Spanish Fork Campus - Bldg. B
Program length
18 mos
Total cost
$5,720
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Course Descriptions

Introduction to Diesel Technology
This course provides proper knowledge of practices in working safely in a professional shop environment.
Preventative Maintenance I
This course covers the processes related to inspections, maintenance, and service.
Preventative Maintenance II
This course covers identification of additional components on the truck. It teaches the importance of doing inspections and preventative maintenance for heavy duty trycks, and of following recommended practices from manufacturers.
Electrical I
This course covers the principles and laws of basic electrical theory and lab practices.
Electrical II
This course covers advanced electrical theory and diagnostic procedures.
Brakes
This course teaches you theory and lab procedures related to brake systems.
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) I
This course covers theory and lab procedures related to the troubleshooting and repair of heating and cooling systems.
Steering and Suspension
This course covers the theory and lab procedures of truck steering and suspension systems.
Drivetrain
This course provides instruction on theory and lab of drivetrain systems.
Engines I
This course covers the theory and lab procedures of the internal combustion engine.
Engines II
This course covers the theory and lab procedures of diagnostics and operational systems of the internal combustion engine, including emissions, fuel, and after-treatment systems.
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