Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology
Curriculum Description
The Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology curriculum is designed to prepare individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to service, troubleshoot and repair medium and heavy duty vehicles.
The course work includes the purpose, construction features and principles of operation of medium and heavy duty vehicles.
Graduates of the curriculum should qualify for entry-level employment opportunities in a dealership, fleet shop or independent garage as a technician. Graduates that have met the work experience requirement should also be prepared to take the ASE certification exam.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow this plan should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A60240
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POS Approved: Fall 2010
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HET 110 | Diesel Engines | 3 | 9 | 0 | 6 |
| HET 112 | Diesel Electrical Systems | 3 | 6 | 0 | 5 |
| HET 125 | Preventive Maintenance | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| HET 230 | Air Brakes | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Total: | 8 | 20 | 0 | 15 |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELN 112 | Diesel Electronics System | 2 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| ENG 111 | Expository Writing | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| HET 116 | Air Cond/Diesel Equip | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| HET 116A | Air Cond/Diesel Equip Lab | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| HET 119 | Mechanical Transmissions | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Mathematical Models | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Survey of Mathematics | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| College Algebra | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 10 | 15 | 0 | 16 | |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HET 233 | Suspension and Steering | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| HYD 112 | Hydraulics/Med/Heavy Duty | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Power Trains | 3 | 6 | 0 | 5 | |
| OR | |||||
| Tractor Project | (1) | (12) | (0) | (5) | |
| Total: | 6 | 12 | 0 | 11 | |
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUB 134 | Autobody MIG Welding | 1 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| HET 118 | Mechanical Orientation | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| HET 120 | Intro to Mobile Equipment | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| WLD 110 | Cutting Processes | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Introduction to Computers | (2) | (2) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Basic PC Literacy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| Total: | 6 | 11 | 0 | 11 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WLD 112 | Basic Welding Processes | 1 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Intro Interpersonal Com | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Public Speaking | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Prof Research & Reporting | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| Select one: | |||||
| Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| General Psychology | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 7 | 3 | 0 | 11 | |
Total Credit Hours: 64
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - Select one: ART 111, ENG 125, ENG 131, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 121, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, or REL 110. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
*This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.
**Hours will vary depending on course selection.
A60240