Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician Apprenticeship Certificate of Achievement

The Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician Certificate of Achievement centers on teaching students the major components, tear down, rebuilding, and troubleshooting of Caterpillar diesel engines and machines. The coursework provides the students with skills for entry-level positions as a Caterpillar Machine Technician. Curriculum content is based on industry standards and skills that can be applied to many heavy equipment machines. Students can attain skills using state-of-the-art equipment and trainers while working on real Caterpillar diesel engines and machines. Through a selected progression of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and troubleshooting courses, the student will be able to function as a Caterpillar diesel engine and machine technician/mechanic. The objective of this certificate is to offer students opportunities to gain skills and knowledge in Caterpillar Machine technology. San Joaquin Delta College in partnership with local industry has developed an academic program that prepares the students for the certificate in the Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician apprenticeship program. This aligns their skills with current industry standards and certifications. Industry recognized that certifications provide measurable benefits to Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician students and their employers and requested a certificate program be developed. This certificate builds upon the Caterpillar Dealer Engine Technician Apprenticeship Certificate of Achievement and will prepare students to complete the Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician Associate in Science degree.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

1. Score 60% or higher on the AED test administered by Caterpillar and/or Association of Equipment Dealers.
2. Demonstrate the ability to diagnose and repair heavy equipment.