Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Counselor Name:_______________________ Catalog: 2025-2026 San Joaquin Delta College Catalog Program: Diesel Bus Technician Certificate of Achievement

Diesel Bus Technician Certificate of Achievement

Upon successful completion of the Diesel Bus Technician certificate, the student demonstrates skills, knowledge, and training for entry-level employment for the following positions: technician for bus dealerships/repair shops, technician for bus fleet shops, technician for truck dealerships/repair shops, technician for agricultural dealerships/repair shops, technician for industrial engine dealers, and technician for marine engine repair facilities. The student demonstrates skills to receive state and national certification in two areas: Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Emissions Control by the State of California Air Resource Board (ARB); and Air Conditioning Certification by Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).

Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Upon successful completion of the Diesel Bus Technician Certificate, the program students will demonstrate the necessary skills to receive state and national certification in two areas: Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Emissions Control by the state of California Air Resource Board (ARB); and Air Conditioning Certification by Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).

Core Requirements

Complete 32.5 units

Course NameUnits:Term TakenGradeGen Ed
AGEGR 30C Industrial Equipment: Electrical and Electronic Systems Units: 4.5
AGEGR 88 Alternative Fuels, Electric, and Hybrid Diesel for Heavy Equipment Vehicle Technology Units: 3
DIESL 89 Introduction to ADA Wheelchair Ramp and Lifts Units: 1
DIESL 91 Heavy Duty Brakes Units: 3
DIESL 94 Diesel Engine Principles Units: 3
DIESL 97 Diesel Air Conditioning Units: 3
DIESL 98 Allison Transmission Service Units: 2
DIESL 99 Computer Diagnosis and Troubleshooting Units: 2
INDUS 35 Mobile Hydraulics Units: 4
INDUS 94 Industrial Mathematics and Algebra or higher level mathematics course Units: 3
WELDING 10 Basic Welding for the Trades Units: 4

Minimum Units Required: 32.5

Complete all courses with a grade of “C” or better.

For more information:

Contact the Technical Careers and Trades Transfer and Career Pathway (TrAC) 

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