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Diesel Power Technology Program Options

Work-based Learning

Students will integrate classroom learning with work-based learning experience in Cooperative Education (DSL 199) at a supervised work site. Department Chair approval is required. Credits and grades are based on job-hours worked, work performance and completion of the learning objectives specified in the learning contract. Concurrent enrollment in a Cooperative Education Seminar or equivalent is required.

Associate in Technical Arts Degree (ATA Degree)

An Associate in Technical Arts degree (ATA) is awarded upon completion of a minimum of 90 credits of specified technical and related education coursework above 100 level with both an overall 2.0 grade point average and a 2.0 grade point average in the technical major.

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Program Certificate

A Certificate in Diesel Power Technology is awarded to those who complete the technical major, including DSL 199, PE 200 or 205, and ENGL 99 or 170.

Individual Technical Certificate

An Individual Technical Certificate may be developed in conjunction with other programs to meet marketable objectives and goals with Department Chair approval.