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WILTON SIMPSON TECHNICAL COLLEGE

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Diesel Systems Technician

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    • Diesel Mechanic/Technician
    • Diesel Electrical Electronics Technician
    • Diesel Engine Technician
    • Diesel Brakes Technician
    • Students will be prepared to take an ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Exam
  • Diesel Mechanics can be expected to make between $36,570 and $67,285. (Salary estimates are not guaranteed. Source Salary. com)

  • 17050 Spring Hill Drive
    Brooksville, FL 34604
    352-797-7018

  • The course is multi-tiered and students entering this program will develop the knowledge and skills, both basic and intermediary, for employment in the diesel mechanic industry. Performs inspection, maintenance, repairs, and overhauls of diesel engines. Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems. Utilizes computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes. 

    • Diesel Engine Mechanic/Technician Helper - 150 Hours
    • Diesel Electrical and Electronics Technician - 300 Hours
    • Diesel Engine Techician - 300 Hours
    • Diesel Brakes Technician - 300 Hours
  • The State of Florida requires students to meet the basic skill level requirement prior to program completion. The basic skills grade levels for this program are: Math: 9, Communications: 9.
    Suggested uniform: Work pants or shorts without chains or buttons (no cutoffs), shop top, oil and slipresistant work shoes (closed toe), CLEAR safety glasses.

  • A student must have passed all required courses in the program and satisfied all financial obligations before he or she is eligible to receive a certificate of completion for the program.

  • In State Tuition: $2.44 per program hour (1,050 Hours)
    Out of State Tuition: $9.32 per program hour (1,050 Hours)
    *Tuition and all fees are subject to change - refer to supply list for pricing

  • Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 7:30am - 1:30pm (53 weeks)

  • Wilton Simpson Technical College
    17050 Spring Hill Dr.
    Brooksville, FL 34604