Diesel Technology

  • Diesel student inspects a tractor engine
  • Diesel student shines a light into a cylinder
  • Diesel student pulls head bolts from an engine
  • Diesel student and instructor diagnose an electrical problem

Downtime is expensive.

When a piece of heavy equipment, such as a combine, truck or locomotive goes down, it’s costing somebody a lot of money.

That’s why Diesel technicians are in such high demand.

Through a balanced combination of classroom sessions and hands-on projects, students  in Salina Tech’s Diesel Technology Program will learn how to repair and maintain a wide range of agricultural, construction, and over the road trucking equipment, including engines, transmissions, electrical systems and hydraulics.

After completion of Salina Tech’s Diesel Technology Program, graduates will have the opportunity to pursue careers in a wide range of fields including construction, agriculture, railway and trucking repair.

This is an ASE certified NATEF program.

Program Length Program Cost Degree Earned Expected Salary
Two Years $24,441 Associate Degree $42,000 – $48,000

YOU WILL LEARN

  • Basic Engine.

  • Basic Power Trains and Cab Air Conditioning.

  • Brakes – Hydraulic and Air.

  • Electrical Systems.

  • Torque Convertors and Power Shift Transmissions.

  • Hydraulics, Hydrostatic Drive, Steering, and Suspension Systems.

  • Diesel Fuel Injection Systems.

  • Major Diesel Engine Overhaul, Dyno Testing, and Tune-up.

  • Develop communication, critical thinking, and technical skills needed to obtain employment.

  • Develop human relation skills and professional behavior for the workplace including appropriate business attire, attendance, punctuality, telephone and business protocol, and professionalism.

  • Develop an understanding of the importance of work related skills such as: working independently, teamwork, following directions, time management, problem solving and critical thinking.

CAREERS

  • Diesel Technician

  • Service Representative

  • Sales & Parts Representative

  • Service Manager

  • Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

  • Store Manager

INFORMATION

Note: Program schedule does not include general education courses required by program.

FACULTY

Matthew Hansen

Matt Hansen returned to Salina Tech in 2023 to be an instructor in the Diesel Technology program he graduated from in 2019. He previously worked at Prairie Land Partners as a technician starting in 2015, and before that was a technician at Hansen Sales, Inc.

His focus is on agricultural equipment, and he holds several certifications from John Deere.

Matt choose to return to Salina Tech for the ability to teach about Ag equipment diagnostics, repair, and preventive maintenance.

matthew.hansen@salinatech.edu
785-309-3131

CONTACT

Contact the DST Enrollment Specialist with any questions or information regarding admissions requirements.

Melissa Farmer
785-309-3118
melissa.farmer@salinatech.edu