Diesel Technology

Associate of Applied Science Degree. Certificate. Classes at KC-Longview.

About the program:

The Diesel Technology Program prepares students for positions in the exciting world of diesel truck repair, heavy equipment repair and natural gas compression. Upon enrolling in the program, students are assisted in finding jobs with local companies that allow them to work part-time as a mechanic-in-training while attending KC. Students who graduate from this program can work as a truck technicians, heavy equipment technicians, and natural gas compression technicians. Students may elect to specialize in areas such as building engines or transmissions. The opportunities in this field are limited only by a person's desire and work ethic.

Get hands-on experience:

Program emphasis is placed on theory and actual hands-on work experience. Start with the 42-hour certificate that will take one year to complete. After that, an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Diesel Technology is just six courses away. Classes begin in August.

  • Technician for Trucks
  • Heavy Equipment
  • Diesel Engines
  • Compressors
  • Fork Lifts
  • Sales
  • Parts
  • Manufacturing

UT Tyler Roadmap to Success - Industrial Technology:

The Roadmap to Success was created by Kilgore College and The University of Texas at Tyler Longview University Center to get you started on your career path to a degree in Industrial Technology in an efficient and affordable way, close to home. Enroll in Kilgore College courses necessary to complete a degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology, Diesel Technology, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Corrosion Technology, Drafting Design Technology, Instrumentation and Electrical Technology or Process Technology. Many of the courses required by Kilgore College to complete an AAS degree will transfer to UT Tyler’s BS in Industrial Technology degree.

Course information:

Career Tree - DIESEL TECHNOLOGY

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do graduates of the program do?

Students who graduate from this program can work as a truck technicians, heavy equipment technicians, and natural gas compression technicians. Students may elect to specialize in areas such as building engines or transmissions. The opportunities in this field are limited only by a person's desire and work ethic.

What is the job outlook for graduates?

The job outlook for graduates has never been brighter! Students usually can expect four to five job offers at the end of their training.

What kind of salary can graduates expect?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national median salary for Diesel Technology is $37,660. Local salaries vary. Exciting opportunities in the off-shore oil drilling business also exist where diesel technicians can make as much as $90,000 per year.

For information about Diesel Technology:

Charles Childers
Instructor, Diesel Technology
Phone:
(903) 236-2075
Office:
KC-Longview Hendrix Bldg. (LVHDX)
cchilders@kilgore.edu
Mike Henry
Academic Advisor
Business & Information Technology
Phone:
(903) 236-2032
Office:
KC-Longview Hendrix Bldg. (LVHDX)
mhenry1@kilgore.edu
D'Wayne Shaw
Dean
Public Services and Industrial Technologies
Phone:
(903) 983-8130
Office:
Whitten Applied Tech. Center (WHITN), 114
dshaw@kilgore.edu

Public Services & Industrial Technologies