College of Technology

2010-2011 Diesel Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree

Required Courses
Credits
CAPP 120 Introduction to Computers 3
COMT 109 Human Relations 3
DIES 101 Powertrains 2
DIES 113 Introduction to Hydraulics 2
DIES 114 Introduction to Hydraulics Lab 2
DIES 117 Introduction to Diesel Fuel Systems 4
DIES 132 Diesel Engine Overhaul 6
DIES 155 Advanced Hydraulics and Pneumatics 4
DIES 202 Advanced Powertrains 2
DIES 250 Heavy Duty Chassis 6
DIES 256 Applied Diesel Service Operations I
   OR
DIES 296 Cooperative Education/Internship
2
DIES 257 Applied Diesel Service Operations II
   OR
DIES 296 Cooperative Education/Internship
2
DIES 260 Diesel Engine Diagnosis and Troubleshooting 5
DIES 277 Advanced Fuel Systems and Diesel Engine Controls 6
M 114 Extended Technical Mathematics 3
TRID 150 Environmental and Shop Practices 2
TRID 151 Welding 2
TRID 152 Vehicle Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning 3
TRID 170 Engine Theory 4
TRID 180 Electrical Systems 4
WRIT 122 Introduction to Business Writing
   OR
WRIT 121 Introduction to Technical Writing
3
Total minimum credits required for degree
70

Students should check the course descriptions for required prerequisites. Math and English requirements are usually determined by performance on placement tests or transfer credits.

Suggested Plan of Study
Diesel Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree

First Semester
Credits
COMT 109 3
DIES 113 2
DIES 114 2
TRID 150 2
TRID 170 4
TRID 180 4
Total
17
Second Semester
Credits
DIES 117 4
DIES 250 6
DIES 101 2
WRIT 121 or 122 3
M 114 3
Total
18
Third Semester
Credits
CAPP 120 3
DIES 202 2
DIES 132 6
DIES 260 5
DIES 256/296 2
Total
18
Fourth Semester Credits
DIES 257/296 2
DIES 277 6
DIES 155 4
TRID 151 2
TRID 152 3
Total
17
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Total Credits
70

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NOTE: This is a general program overview. For specific graduation requirements, please refer to the MSU Billings College of Technology catalog and visit with an academic or faculty advisor.

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