The SUNY Morrisville diesel mechanics certificate program provides a one-year, college-level experience of specialized training in diesel mechanics.
Why SUNY Morrisville Diesel Mechanics?
The certificate program provides fundamental skills for entry-level service positions in heavy construction equipment, focused on systems and service knowledge of large construction equipment and heavy-duty trucks. Included are subject areas such as hydraulics, electricity, electronics, diesel engines, construction machinery, transmissions, heavy truck systems and other related topics.
Skills You Will Gain
Upon completing the certificate program, you will be able to:
- Describe the mechanical function of the compression-ignition engines, modern construction equipment and heavy-duty trucks
- Compare electrical systems and electronic controls used on diesel-powered construction equipment and heavy-duty trucks
- Recognize hydraulic systems, components and control systems used for transmitting hydraulic power in diesel-powered construction equipment and heavy-duty trucks
- Demonstrate the ability to accurately and efficiently diagnose and repair failures in mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems in diesel-powered construction equipment and heavy-duty trucks
What Can I Do in Diesel Mechanics?
Graduates from the diesel mechanics certificate program will be prepared for employment in areas such as:
- Bus and Truck Mechanics
- Diesel Engine Specialists
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics (Except Engines)
- Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians
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