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Clean Diesel Technology Certificate

Part Time

This program roadmap represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan that is customized to meet your needs. This roadmap is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Catalog:
2024-25
Total Units:
24

First Year

Semester 1

12 Units
CAT. COURSE TITLE UNIT
Req
DCDT 102
Biodiesel Fuel and Fuel Systems
4
Req
DCDT 103
Clean Diesel Systems
4
Req
DCDT 110
Diesel Engine Repair
4

Semester 2

8 Units
CAT. COURSE TITLE UNIT
Req
DCDT 104
Clean Diesel Rebuild, Retrofit, Repower, Retire
4
Req
DCDT 112
Clean Diesel Retrofit
4

Semester 3 (Summer)

4 Units
CAT. COURSE TITLE UNIT
Req
DCDT 162
Clean Diesel Software Support
4
Explanation of Categories
Req Required Core A course that is required for this program

Career path

Career Options:

Potential Careers: locomotive diesel mechanics, heavy vehicle equipment service diesel mechanics, automotive diesel mechanics, electric power generation distribution, transmission services.

Potential Employers: RDO, Bobcat, railroad companies, utility companies (SMUD, PG&E), independent diesel repair shops.

Scheduling Notes:

  • DCDT 162 is offered during the summer.
  • The other courses are not offered every year. See the schedule for course availability.
  • The courses do not have any prerequisites and can be taken in any order.
  • Students can start any semester.
  • All DCDT courses are offered at the Mather Center

Other Notes:

  • Clean diesel technicians are in great demand and our students come out of ARC prepared to meet that demand.
  • Graduates of this certificate are ready to put their diverse skills to work in a wide range of industries that include locomotives, agriculture, construction, and even marine.
  • Our program was created with input from the world’s leading manufacturers to prepare students to work on everything from heavy duty trucks and corporate fleets to farm equipment and water transportation.
  • Continue your training as an intern with one of the leading manufacturers or local industry companies while you finish your education.

Published April 13, 2024

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