Heavy Duty Truck Technician - Intermediate Technical Certificate (ITC)
Certificate Requirements
| Course | Course Title | Min Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | ||
| Choose one of the following courses to complete the GEM 1 or GEM 2 requirement: | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| English Composition 1 | ||
| Introduction to Communication | ||
| Complete the following course to fulfill the GEM 3 requirement: | ||
| MATH 123 | Math in Modern Society | 3 |
| Complete the following course to fulfill the GEM 6 requirement: | ||
| PSYC 140 | Relations for Career & Personal Success | 3 |
| Major Requirements | ||
| CWID 101 | Connecting With Ideas | 3 |
| TTEC 100 | Safety & Introduction to Shop Practices | 2 |
| TTEC 101 | Safety & Shop Practices Lab | 2 |
| TTEC 104 | Introduction to Electrical | 1 |
| TTEC 105 | Electrical Systems | 3 |
| TTEC 110 | Engines/Engine Controls | 4 |
| TTEC 120 | Mobile Hydraulics/Braking Systems | 4 |
| TTEC 130 | Drivetrains/Steering & Suspension | 4 |
| TTEC 140 | Preventive Maintenance/HVAC | 4 |
| Minimum Credit Hours Required | 36 | |
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Plan of Study Guide
Below is the recommended sequence of courses that you need to take in order to complete your degree requirements. Please register for each semester as shown below using the Student Planning tool in myCWI. Consult your advisor for any questions regarding this degree plan.
**NOTE**
Heavy Duty Truck Technician (TTEC) majors are required to complete three general education courses in order to receive an Intermediate Technical Certificate. Prior to beginning their TTEC courses, students must successfully complete CWID 101 and one of the following GEM courses: ENGL 101 (or ENGL 101P), COMM 101, MATH 123 (or MATH 123P), or PSYC 140. While it is recommended that students complete CWID 101 and all three of their required general education courses during the Spring and/or Summer semester(s) prior to beginning the program, students may elect to take the additional two required GEM courses during the Summer semester after completing their required TTEC courses, if preferred. Students may also complete GEM courses during regular semesters while enrolled in TTEC courses if they feel capable of doing so.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Summer | Credit Hours | |
| CWID 101 | Connecting With Ideas | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| English Composition 1 (GEM 1) | ||
| Introduction to Communication (GEM 2) | ||
| MATH 123 | Math in Modern Society (GEM 3) | 3 |
| PSYC 140 | Relations for Career & Personal Success (GEM 6) | 3 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Fall | ||
| TTEC 100 | Safety & Introduction to Shop Practices | 2 |
| TTEC 101 | Safety & Shop Practices Lab | 2 |
| TTEC 104 | Introduction to Electrical | 1 |
| TTEC 105 | Electrical Systems | 3 |
| TTEC 110 | Engines/Engine Controls | 4 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Spring | ||
| TTEC 120 | Mobile Hydraulics/Braking Systems | 4 |
| TTEC 130 | Drivetrains/Steering & Suspension | 4 |
| TTEC 140 | Preventive Maintenance/HVAC | 4 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Minimum Credit Hours Required | 36 | |
Program Outcomes
The following are student learning outcomes for the Intermediate Technical Certificate in Heavy Duty Truck Technician at CWI:
Students will:
- Demonstrate a basic level of knowledge and skills that are identified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) Medium /Heavy Duty Truck Technician Task List for the purpose of becoming a successful entry level Heavy Duty Truck Technician. Areas of skill development include:
- Shop and Safety Practices
- Electrical Systems
- Engines and Engine Controls
- Braking Systems
- Drivetrains/Steering and Suspension
- Preventive Maintenance and HVAC
- Demonstrate written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrate desirable work habits and interpersonal skills essential to successful job performance.
- Demonstrate knowledge and application of safety practices specifically related to heavy duty diesel repair and maintenance at CWI.
- Read, interpret, and communicate basic mathematical concepts.