Diesel Equipment Technology III
Students receive advanced instruction in the repair of medium- and heavy-duty diesel trucks and equipment. They repair diesel engines, drivetrains, brakes, suspension and steering systems, electrical/electronic systems, HVAC systems, and hydraulics systems. Students perform preventive maintenance and inspection procedures. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.
Notes
Legislation enacted in the 2011 Virginia General Assembly (HB 1493) and amended in 2012 (HB 1108) requires where there is a national industry certification for career and technical education instructional personnel or programs for automotive technology, the Board of Education must make such certification mandatory. The provisions of this act shall become effective July 1, 2013. To comply with the requirements, all career and technical education (CTE) diesel equipment technology programs must be ASE Education Foundation accredited and the instructors must be certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
Class Size Regulation
The Virginia Administrative Code regulates the class size for this course. For additional information, see 8VAC20-120-150, "Maximum class size," or contact the Virginia Department of Education Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education at cte@doe.virginia.gov.
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Industry Credentials (Only apply to 36-week courses)
- ASE Certification Examinations
- ASE Entry-Level Certification Tests
- ASE High-Voltage Electrical Safety Standards (xEV) Examination
- ASE Refrigerant Recovery & Recycling (EPA 609) Examination
- College and Career Readiness Assessment (CCRA+)
- National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
- Professional Communications Certification Examination
- Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination
Career Clusters
| Pathway | Occupation |
|---|---|
| Facility & Mobile Equipment Maintenance |
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