Diesel Technology – Heavy Equipment (DTHEO)
Award: Associate in applied science degree
Program location: Applied Technology Center
This degree (DTAAS, Heavy Equipment Option) prepares students for a career in the heavy equipment, construction, and utility industries. This degree serves students by providing a diverse education of coursework that is taught by faculty with direct experience in the industry. A major strength of this program is the strong hands-on approach to learning.
Graduation Requirements
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General education
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27.0
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Major requirements
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39.5
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Option requirements
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39.0
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Total credit hours required
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105.5
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Note: Students must earn a C grade or better in all DESL classes to earn this 2 year A.A.S. degree.
General education requirements (27.0 credit hrs.)
Communications
| | English level I | 4.5 |
| | English level II | 4.5 |
Humanities/social sciences
| | Humanities/social sciences | 4.5 |
Quantitative/numeracy skills
For students who qualify for a higher level math course than MATH 1240, it is recommended that they take the highest level class they qualify for (4.5 credits or greater).
Professionalism and Life Skills
| INFO 1001 | Information Systems and LiteracyONLINEHYBRID | 4.5 |
| HMRL 1010 | Human Relations SkillsONLINEHYBRID | 4.5 |
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| RDLS 1200 | College and Career StrategiesONLINE | 4.5 |
Major requirements for Diesel Technology (39.5 credit hrs.)
Option requirements for Diesel Technology - Heavy Equipment (39.0 credit hrs.)