The 1,050 hour Diesel Systems Technician 1 program prepares students for a career as a Diesel Mechanic/Technician. Diesel Mechanics may service tractor trailers, buses, or other vehicles utilizing a diesel engine. The course includes mechanic/shop safety, maintaining and repairing diesel engines and electrical systems; reconditioning diesel fuel injection systems; overhauling diesel engines; and performing diesel engine preventive maintenance. Employment opportunities for Diesel Systems Technician 1 program graduates include: Diesel Truck Mechanic/Technician, Bus Mechanic/Technician, Heavy Vehicle Service Technician, or Mobile Equipment Technician.
Class times TBD
Approximate Cost for Florida Resident: $6277.38
(price subject to change)
Minimum Requirements:
Must be at least 16 years old
Valid Florida Driver’s License
CDL Class A (Recommended, but not required)
Marion Technical College (Main Campus)
1014 SW 7th Road
Ocala, FL 34471
Main Line: 352-671-7200
Students may need to take a Basic Skills Exam no later than the sixth week of class. This exam will not affect your acceptance into the program. Please submit all official transcripts (High School, GED, Associates degree or higher) prior to the start of your program start date for possible exemption. Students will be notified after they have been accepted into a program whether or not they will be required to take the exam.
You will receive additional paperwork by email after applying online. Please allow up to two business days for the email to come through. Students may also visit the campus located at 1014 SW 7th Road, Ocala, FL, 34471 to pick up the paperwork in person. For further questions, please contact the school.
MTC Main Line | 352-671-7200
CTE Admissions Office | 352-671-4134
The content includes but is not limited to maintaining and repairing diesel engines and electrical systems; reconditioning diesel fuel injection systems; overhauling diesel engines; and performing diesel engine preventive maintenance.
In the state of Florida, Bus and Truck Mechanics may earn a salary between $37,720 and $77,430 annually. (Source: U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics)
Automotive Service Excellence Certifications in Diesel Engines (T2), Brakes (T4) and Electrical/Electronic Systems (T6)
In the state of Florida, employment opportunities for Bus and Truck Mechanics are projected to increase 10% or 1,290 positions annually between the years of 2022 and 2032. This increase includes replacing workers who transfer to different occupations, exit the labor force, such as to retire. (SOURCE: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program)