DTM1 Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician, Technical Certificate of Credit

Effective 202516 (Summer 2025)

Offered at the Flint River Campus and Butts Site

Program Entrance Term:
Minimum Length of Program: 2 term
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: 23

Program Description

The Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician certificate program provides training in the essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for employment as a maintenance technician on semi-trucks, trailers or other diesel equipment. The topics covered include diesel shop safety, tools and equipment, preventive maintenance procedures, truck brake systems, and truck drive trains.

Admission Requirements

  • Submit completed application and application fee
  • High school diploma or GED are NOT required

The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.

Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.

Contact Us

Kevin Milligan, Program Coordinator

Email: kevin.milligan@sctech.edu

Phone: (770) 504-7588

Program Courses

Required

DIET 1000Introduction to Diesel Technology, Tools, and Safety

3

DIET 1020Preventive Maintenance

5

DIET 2010Truck Brake Systems

4

DIET 2020Truck Drivetrains

4

Select 7 Credits from Electrical Course Options

DIET 1010Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems

7

DIET 2010Truck Brake Systems

4

DIET 2020Truck Drivetrains

4

Total Credit Hours: 23