DST 101 - Diesel Industry Skills Training

4 credits

Diesel Industry Skills Training is in direct response of industry needs for students to posses the basic skills indicative of certified heavy duty diesel technicians. The course design encourages students in developing life skills necessary to locate gainful employment in the diesel service industry. Instructional focus includes: seeking and applying for employment, preparing resumes, filling out applications, interviewing techniques, personal appearance and communication skills. Furthermore, emphasis is placed upon the skills required to retain industry employment including: punctuality, regular attendance, following directions, general shop practices, productivity, hourly and flat rate compensation, time clock management, problem solving, employee loyalty and responsibility, employee professionalism and good customer service skills. The class will provide theory and related hands-on experience on live vehicles as the foundation for advanced heavy duty diesel courses. Instructional focus includes: shop safety, common hand tools, basic shop equipment, basic diagnostic equipment, measuring systems and tools, fasteners, service information, industry terms and industry standards. This course, in addition to all DST courses, will focus on lab activities attuned to preventive maintenance issues and service practices required for ASE area T8 Med/Hvy Truck: PMI (Preventative Maintenance & Inspection). [F]