Prepares students for occupations in diesel engine technology, bus service and repair, medium and heavy truck service and repair, rail service occupations and/or provides an opportunity for advancement within these occupations. Employment is available in both the public and private sectors.
A.S. Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the theory of operation of medium and heavy trucks and their related systems.
2. Demonstrate safety procedures when working on medium and heavy truck engine, electrical, drivetrain and chassis systems.
3. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of workplace expectations.
4. Apply proper troubleshooting techniques to diagnose and repair truck systems.
Students receiving this degree must meet the following requirements:
- Complete the District General Education Pattern or Cal-GETC.
If transferring to a CSU or UC students are strongly recommended to complete the Cal-GETC General Education Pattern. Students looking to transfer to an out of state or private college should consult with a counselor for the appropriate GE pattern selection. - Complete with a “C” or better each course as specified by the major.
- Maintain an overall GPA of a 2.0 or better in all degree applicable coursework.
- Meet the 12-unit residency requirement.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| MTRK 148 | Medium and Heavy Truck Maintenance and Inspection | 6 |
| or MTRK 101 | Introduction to Medium and Heavy Truck Maintenance and Inspection | |
| MTRK 152A | Medium and Heavy Truck Engines Service, Diagnosis, and Repair | 6 |
| MTRK 156A | Medium/Heavy Truck Electrical/Electronic Systems I | 5 |
| MTRK 156B | Medium/Heavy Truck Electrical/Electronic Systems II | 4 |
| MTRK 159 | Diesel Engine Management Systems | 5 |
| MTRK 163 | Medium and Heavy Truck Drivetrain Service, Diagnosis, and Repair | 7 |
| MTRK 164 | Medium and Heavy Truck Chassis Service, Diagnosis and Repair | 6 |
| Select one (1) of the following elective specialties: | ||
| Medium and Heavy Truck Hydraulics | 3.5 | |
| Medium and Heavy Truck HVAC Service, Diagnosis & Repair | 3 | |
| Total Units | 42-42.5 | |
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.