Light Diesel Technology
Career & Technical Certificate
Modes of Instruction
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Kaskaskia College’s Basic Light Diesel Technology Certificate provides you with the technical knowledge and skills to diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul light-duty diesel vehicles under a one-ton classification. The program includes instruction in electrical systems, diesel-electric drive, engine performance, engine repair, emission systems, and all types of diesel engines related to the light-duty diesel vehicle. A real-world atmosphere will prepare you to enter the workforce with the problem-solving skills you need to succeed. Technicians will be trained primarily with automobile diesel engines.
Students are required to take specific Student ASE exams upon completion of related courses.
Program Outcomes
Technical skills to diagnose and repair light duty diesel vehicles under 1-ton gross vehicle weight rating.
What You Can Do
- Service Technician in dealerships
- Independent repair facilities
- Sales Associate
- Auto Parts Staff
Program Details
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Automotive Faculty
Charles DeBernardi
Assistant Professor Automotive Technology
Kevin Wheeler
Automotive Work-based Learning FacilitatorContact Us
Charles DeBernardi
Assistant Professor Automotive Technology
