Associate of Science - Diesel Mechanics

The College of Alameda's Diesel Mechanics program in heavy duty truck and diesel mechanics prepares students to enter the job market as beginning mechanics or apprentices in this field.

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to: • Apply safe work habits and practices. • Troubleshoot and perform repairs in mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems. • Use computers to diagnose equipment and research information. • Perform preventative maintenance and inspections including engine tune-ups, front-end alignments, and brake service. • Operate shop machinery and equipment including hoists, overhead cranes, forklifts, hydraulic jacks, steam cleaners, floor jacks, disassembly stands, grinders, drill presses, hydraulic presses, and bead blasters. • Select and use precision tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, dial indicators, tap and dies, and bore gauges. • Maintain professional attitude in challenging working conditions, develop self-confidence and pride in workmanship and think analytically and make professional decisions.