Diesel Technology

Bellingham Technical College ETPL
If you'd like a high-paying career upon graduating from BTC, then you should consider Diesel. You'll be prepared to work right away as a diesel technician, repairing and maintaining heavy trucks, buses, and road equipment like bulldozers and graders. Other positions you'd qualify for are diesel engine specialist, truck technician, marine technician, and construction and industrial machinery repair technician. You will learn how to use leading-edge diesel technology, and work hands-on in an actual shop. Employers who hire graduates from the Diesel program include diesel automotive and trucking companies, rental companies, marine dealers, highway contractors, and farm and heavy equipment companies.
Visit the program website BTC Outreach Outreach, Advising, & Counseling Outreach, Advising, & Counseling (360) 752-8345 ext. outreach@btc.edu

Financial information

Total tuition

$20,300.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Bellingham, Online

Instructional methods

In-person Primary Location, Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

No

Program details

21 Months

Length of training

Associate

Award type

119

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

AAS

Education Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

Admissions application and assessment in Reading, Math, and Writing is required. Your placement will determine where you begin your course sequence. Contact Admissions at 360.752.8345 or at admissions@btc.edu for assistance with academic planning. Additional Requirements Prior to enrolling in program classes, during the mandatory GET Started appointment, students will be required to present and attest the following to the Outreach, Advising, and Counseling Department: Present your valid driver’s license; Attest that you presented a valid driver’s license to your program advisor and that you will notify your program faculty immediately if your driver’s license is suspended OR restricted for any reason. Important Program Notes: While it is not required to have a clean driving record to enter the program, some employers and internship providers in this field may only hire applicants who have a clean driving record; All General Education courses must be completed prior to the beginning of the 2nd year of the program.

Is this program approved to train veterans?

Yes

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

Certification/license test preparation provided

Employment performance results

Program type

Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician

Completion rate

87%

Employment rate

75%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$25.92

Typical (median) annual earnings

$50,008.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician

Other Services

25%

Other Industries

21%

Wholesale Trade

16%

Retail Trade

16%

Construction

13%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
45
Completion rate
87%
Average number of students who completed each year
15
Gender
Male
96%
Female
4%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
4%
Asian
6%
Black or African American
0%
Hispanic
14%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
67%
Multi-racial
8%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
21%
20 to 29
63%
30 to 39
10%
40 to 49
6%
50 and over
0%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
0%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
80%
Some college experience, but no degree
0%
Certificate or AA
20%
BA or higher
0%