Photos by Kyle Prudhomme/WPS
Diesel Technology Program
Chapter 74 Program at South High Community School
Diesel Technology is a Chapter 74 career technical education program at South High Community School.
It provides students with the basic skills and knowledge needed to become a successful entry-level diesel technician. The program combines academic instruction with live “hands on” work experience to prepare the student for entry -level automotive technician positions.
Throughout the program, students will become acquainted with the following:
Service and Repair Brakes, (including ABS)
Service and Repair Steering and Suspension System
Perform Maintenance and Service to Power Train (Automatic and Manual Transmissions)
Service and Repair Electrical and Electronic Systems
Perform Maintenance and Service to diesel engines.
Perform Vehicle Maintenance Services
Service and Repair Tires (including Road Force Balancing)
Service and Repair Exhaust Systems
Diagnose and Repair Engine Performance Systems (On-Board Diagnostic Systems)
WEA-TV aired a story on a donation of a large truck to the Diesel Technology Program. The program is offered at South High Community School for high school students in the daytime and for adults in the evening through the WPS Night Life program.
Course Offerings
Grade 9
Automotive 1
Safety
Suspension
Brakes
Steering systems
Exhaust and emissions
Four-stroke engine theory
Service techniques
Grade 10
Safety
Diesel engines
Design
Diagnostics
Repair strategies
Dissemble and reassemble engine
Differences between gasoline and diesel engines
Grade 11
Design and function of diesel engines
Routine maintenance
Preventative maintenance
Mechanical and electrical failures
Precision instruments
Welding skills
Grade 12
Safety
Preventative maintenance
Advanced diagnostics
Advanced repair strategies
Precision instruments
Welding skills
Cooperative Education and Internship Opportunities
All eligible students have the opportunity to participate in Cooperative Education and Internship experiences at a variety of approved learning sites across the city in their junior and/or senior year. While the requirements and specific opportunities vary from school to school, and program to program, the structured combination of classroom based education and practical work experience provides students with the skills necessary to comfortably navigate the world of work.
Career Opportunities
Auto/Diesel Technician
Specialty Shop
Mechanic
Shop Owner
Fleet Manager
Heavy Equipment
Parts Counter Person
Retail Sales
Service Writer