Diesel and Heavy Equipment
Creekview High School
Business & Industry Endorsement
This four-year plan can be used as an example to help plan your high school career.
The Diesel and Heavy Equipment program of study teaches students to diagnose, repair, modify, or redo mechanical and hydraulic equipment on crane, bulldozer, grader, conveyor, construction equipment, bus, and truck diesel engines.
| Diesel and Heavy Equipment Program of Study |
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|---|---|
| Grades | Below is the recommended sequence of courses |
| 9th | Introduction to Transportation Technology AND Health (Semester Classes) (1 credit) |
| 10th | Principles of Transportation OR Entrepreneurship (1 credit) |
| 11th | Diesel Equipment I (2 credits) |
| 12th |
Diesel Equipment II |
Industry Based Certifications Offered:
- ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Entry-Level Certifications
| occupations | median wage | annual openings | % growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | $44,574 | 3,150 | 21% |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | $47,299 | 1,627 | 16% |
| Diesel Technician & Mechanics | $54,360 | 2,500 | 1% |