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About the Program

Prepare for an entry level Diesel Technician position in the heavy duty truck and heavy duty equipment industries by applying for the Hinds Diesel Technology Academy Program during one of their open enrollment periods: January, March, June, August, and October. Students who enroll in the Hinds Diesel Technician program stand out from the competition because all students work with leading industry experts on industry-comparable equipment, and students receive supervised training so they graduate prepared to enter the workforce. Students receive one-on-one time with their instructors, hands-on training in a variety of specialties, and preparation to join the heavy duty truck and heavy duty equipment industries. Students who have completed the program have gone on to become fleet preventative maintenance technicians, truck or truck engine dealer technicians, or material handling equipment repair technicians.

Hinds Diesel Technology Academy

The curriculum is based on the national standards for certification of medium / heavy truck and construction equipment technician programs according to the 2014 Standards for Construction Equipment Technology (AED). The Hinds Diesel Technology Academy offers three different degree options at an accelerated transition pathway of 15 semester credit hours.

  • Career Certificate

    30 Semester Credit Hours of Intense, General Knowledge and Hands-On Training.
  • Technical Certificate

    45 Semester Credit Hours

    This certificate is by instructor recommendation only. You will receive p to 15 hours of additional specialized training in conjunction with the career certificate.

  • Associate of Applied Science

    60 Semester Credit Hours

    This degree is a result of the Technical Certificate program in addition to 15 hours of academic coursework.
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Areas of Specialty Training

  • Safety
  • Electronic Controlled Diesel Engines
  • Hydraulic and Mechanical Power Trains
  • Basic and Advanced Hydraulics
  • Electrical and Electronic Systems
  • Mobile Air Conditioning and Heating
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Steering and Suspension Systems
  • Welding
  • Air Brakes

Career Opportunities

Prepare for an entry-level Diesel Technician position in the heavy-duty equipment industry by applying for the Hinds Diesel Technology Academy Program during one of their open enrollment periods: January, March, June, August, and October. Students who enroll in the Hinds Diesel Technician program stand out from the competition because all students work with leading industry experts on industry-comparable equipment, and they receive supervised training so upon graduation they are prepared to enter the workforce.

Diesel equipment technicians require an education level of a post-secondary Technical Certificate as a minimum but an Associate degree is preferred at most workplaces. The median annual income for diesel technicians is $50,000 at the state level. Job availability includes entry-level technicians positions at local dealerships, repair shops for modern heavy equipment, and positions in the marine industry. Below is Stribling Equipment and Empire Truck Sales' average dealership pay scale.


 

Course Description

The Hinds Diesel Technology Academy is a 14-month consecutive program where students learn to inspect, repair and maintain engines, power trains, hydraulic systems, electrical, air conditioning, and brake systems. Classes begin five times a year: January, March, Summer Semester, August and October.

  • Accelerated 14-month program leading to a certificate. 
  • Flexible program offerings beginning in January, March, June, August, and October.
  • Readily available technology to help instruct students on how to diagnosis highly advanced onboard systems remotely.
  • Specialty hands-on training in engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, preventative maintenance, and more!
  • The demand for diesel technicians has never been greater – with an expected growth of 9% in the next 5 years.
  • Diesel Technicians have the single greatest impact in the industry today!

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Meet the Hinds Instructors

Dewayne McDonald, Steve Smith, Joseph Sullivan, and JD Kohl are four of the eight Hinds Diesel Technology Academy Instructors pictured to the left. Mike Sills, the Hinds Diesel Academy Program Director, is also pictured in the photo on the far right. 

  • Dewayne McDonald Dewayne McDonald started teaching Engines 3 and electronics 3 for Hinds Community College 4 years ago. Before Hinds Community College he worked 20 years for Stribling equipment as a field service technician. Steven has spent his entire life working on equipment. He always enjoyed his work as a tech. and today he especially enjoys teaching young men the basics of troubleshooting and getting them ready for their career.
  • Steve Smith Steve Smith is an instructor for the Hinds Community College Diesel Technology Academy with a focus in transportation. He has over 25 years of experience in the transportation industry. Steve also has over 15 years of experience teaching ASE Master Med/Hvy Truck Technician. When Steve is not teaching, he is hunting, fishing or being outdoors.
  • Joseph Sullivan Joseph Sullivan has been an instructor at Hinds Community College for the last 4 years. He teaches Diesel Equipment Technology. Charles states that the most rewarding part of this job is sharing with his students what he has learned over the years working in this industry. 
  • J. D. Kohl  JD Kohl has been a Diesel Technology Instructor for Hinds Community College for the past 4 years. An AAS graduate of CO-Lin Community College in Diesel Equipment Technology, JD has a wealth of knowledge to offer his students that he instructs. In total, he has over 35 years of experience working in this industry. 
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Admission Requirements

Students seeking admission to this program must meet, interview and test with the Hinds Diesel Technology Academy chairperson and Navigator. Upon the interview, the student will be asked to complete an Admission Application that will require an GED or High School and/ or College transcript.