Heavy-Duty Truck Technician - Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)
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Degree Quick Facts
- Instructional School: Industry, Engineering, and Trades
- Department: Powersports and Diesel Technology
- Program Code: TTEC.AAS
- Program Type: Career and Technical Education
- Available Fully Online: No
- Eligible for Federal Financial Aid: Yes
NOTE: Courses required for this program may have an additional fee; more information can be found on the Special Course Fees web page.
Degree Requirements
| Course | Course Title | Min Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | ||
| ENGL 101 | Writing and Rhetoric I (Recommended GEM 1) 1 | 3 |
| COMM 101 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication (Recommended GEM 2) 1 | 3 |
| MATH 118 & 118L | Technical Math and Technical Math Lab (Recommended GEM 3) 1 | 3 |
| PSYC 140 | Human Relations for Career and Personal Success (Recommended GEM 6) 1 | 3 |
| CWI 101 | Connecting With Ideas (Recommended GE Elective) 1 | 3 |
| Major Requirements | ||
| TTEC 102 | Foundation and Safety | 4 |
| TTEC 106 | Electrical and Electronic Systems | 4 |
| TTEC 110 | Engines/Engine Controls | 4 |
| TTEC 120 | Suspension, Steering, and Brakes | 4 |
| TTEC 130 | Drivetrains | 4 |
| TTEC 140 | Preventive Maintenance/HVAC | 4 |
| TTEC 155 | Truck Driving Skills | 1 |
| TTEC 220 | Advanced Electrical Systems | 4 |
| TTEC 230 | Advanced Engine/Engine Controls | 4 |
| TTEC 240 | Advanced Drivetrains | 4 |
| TTEC 250 | Advanced Suspension, Steering, and Braking Systems | 4 |
| TTEC 260 | Advanced Preventive Maintenance/HVAC | 4 |
| TTEC 290 | Heavy-Duty Truck Technician Capstone | 4 |
| Minimum Credit Hours Required | 64 | |
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The courses listed under the General Education Requirements section are recommended by the department as the most beneficial general education (GE) options for students in this program. Please note that students may fulfill their GE requirements by completing another course from within the designated general education category.
Degree Plan: Summer Start
The course sequence listed below is strongly recommended in order to complete your program requirements. Many Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses have prerequisites and/or corequisites that have been accounted for within this course sequence plan. Please register for each semester as shown using the Student Planning tool in myCWI. Consult your advisor for any questions regarding this course sequence plan.
**NOTE**
Heavy-Duty Truck Technician (TTEC) majors are required to complete five general education courses in order to receive an Associate of Applied Science degree. Prior to beginning their TTEC courses, students must successfully complete any two general education courses. While it is recommended that students complete all five of their required general education courses during the spring and/or summer semester(s) prior to beginning the program, students may elect to take the additional required GEM courses during the summer semester between their first and second year in the program, if preferred. Students may also complete GEM courses during regular semesters while enrolled in TTEC courses if they feel capable of doing so. Students should note that the completion of a GEM 1 (or GEM 2), GEM 3, and GEM 6 course are required prior to beginning their final semester of the program.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Summer | Credit Hours | |
Full 8-Week Course Session | ||
| CWI 101 | Connecting With Ideas (Recommended GE Elective) 1 | 3 |
| ENGL 101 | Writing and Rhetoric I (Recommended GEM 1) 1 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Fall | ||
First 5-Week Course Session | ||
| TTEC 102 | Foundation and Safety | 4 |
Second 5-Week Course Session | ||
| TTEC 106 | Electrical and Electronic Systems | 4 |
Third 5-Week Course Session | ||
| TTEC 110 | Engines/Engine Controls | 4 |
Full 16-Week Course Session | ||
| MATH 118 & 118L | Technical Math and Technical Math Lab (Recommended GEM 3) 1 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
First 5-Week Course Session | ||
| TTEC 120 | Suspension, Steering, and Brakes | 4 |
Second 5-Week Course Session | ||
| TTEC 130 | Drivetrains | 4 |
Third 5-Week Course Session | ||
| TTEC 140 | Preventive Maintenance/HVAC | 4 |
Full 16-Week Course Session | ||
| PSYC 140 | Human Relations for Career and Personal Success (Recommended GEM 6) 1 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Summer | ||
First 4-Week Course Session | ||
| TTEC 155 | Truck Driving Skills | 1 |
Full 8-Week Course Session | ||
| COMM 101 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication (Recommended GEM 2) 1 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 4 | |
| Fall | ||
First 5-Week Course Session | ||
| TTEC 220 | Advanced Electrical Systems | 4 |
Second 5-Week Course Session | ||
| TTEC 230 | Advanced Engine/Engine Controls | 4 |
Third 5-Week Course Session | ||
| TTEC 240 | Advanced Drivetrains | 4 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Spring | ||
First 5-Week Course Session | ||
| TTEC 250 | Advanced Suspension, Steering, and Braking Systems | 4 |
Second 5-Week Course Session | ||
| TTEC 260 | Advanced Preventive Maintenance/HVAC | 4 |
Third 5-Week Course Session | ||
| TTEC 290 | Heavy-Duty Truck Technician Capstone | 4 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Minimum Credit Hours Required | 64 | |
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The general education (GE) courses listed above are recommended by the department as the most beneficial GE options for students in this program. Please note that students may fulfill their GE requirements by completing another course from within the designated general education category.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills identified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Medium/Heavy-Duty Truck Technician Task List for the purpose of becoming a successful entry-level heavy-duty truck technician. Areas of advanced knowledge and skill development include electrical systems, engines and engine controls, braking systems, drivetrains, steering and suspension, preventive maintenance, and HVAC.
- Demonstrate practiced written and oral communication skills consistent with industry.
- Locate and utilize service information and specifications in service manuals and web-based information systems.
- Demonstrate desirable work habits and interpersonal skills essential to successful job performance.
- Demonstrate knowledge and application of safety practices specifically related to heavy-duty diesel repair and maintenance at CWI.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Read, interpret, and communicate basic mathematical concepts.