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Overview
Light Duty Diesel students will spend approximately two hours per day in the classroom and 4 ½ hours performing hands-on training in the labs. Students will develop the necessary skills a technician needs in order to repair, service, and overhaul a variety of vehicles and machines. Complex problem-solving skills will be used regularly to perform routine maintenance and diagnostic repairs. Additionally, students will utilize and build their mechanical aptitudes and computer and math skills.
All instructors are Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified. CEI has adopted the nine ASE areas as guidelines for the Automotive Program (Automobile and Light Truck A1-A9). The program is designed to give students practical experience on order to meet ASE certification standards. Throughout the practical experience, troubleshooting and repair experiences will be performed on mock-ups and live work projects in the college lab.
How Long Will it Take? Program Options
- The Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC):
- 54 Credits | 4 full-time semesters (22 months) | Does not Include general education courses
- The Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)
- 69 Credits | 4 full-time semesters (29 months) | Includes 5 general education courses
The LDD programs recommends students take their general education courses before they start, after they complete the program, or during the summer
- 69 Credits | 4 full-time semesters (29 months) | Includes 5 general education courses
What do our students learn?
- Light diesel engine diagnosis, emissions systems, inspection, adjustment, and repair using service information. ASE areas A1* and A9*
- Diagnose and repair clutches, manual transmissions, drive lines, differential assemblies, and transaxles. ASE area A3*
- Diagnose and repair common light vehicle diesel trucks and automobiles. All ASE areas A1-A9*
- Proper automotive HVAC system safety, maintenance, testing, and repair. ASE area A7*
- All five remaining ASE areas of repair: automatic transmission ASE area A2*, steering and suspension ASE area A4*, brake systems ASE area A5*, electrical systems ASE area A6, and ignition systems ASE area A8
Why CEI's Light Diesel program?
- Affordable
- 10:1 Student-to-teacher ratio
- Learn in a live shop
- ASE* Master-certified instructors
- 1200 hours of experience
- 100% positive placement rate in 2020
Where are our Graduates Working?
The hands-on experience students receive in this program will prepare them for work in a large
variety of facilities, including:
- Large and small car dealerships
- Nationally and local repair shops
- Auto parts dealers
- Transmission and specialty shops
- State and federal transportation departments
- Service stations and truck stops
- Construction companies
- Agriculture
- Semi-truck and farm equipment dealers
* ASE is an acronym for Automotive Service Excellence certification.
Application
Students wanting to apply for a degree seeking program at the College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) must submit all of the following application materials for review:
- Application for admission
- Official High School/GED transcript
- Official transcripts from ALL colleges attended
Competitive Program
The Light Duty Diesel Technology program is competitive. Only 11 seats are available each fall semester and 7-8 seats each spring semester. Students MUST complete and submit ALL required and requested application materials to be placed on the waitlist. Students are placed on the waitlist in the order CEI receives their completed application.
Students not accepted into the program in the semester in which they apply will remain on the waitlist until accepted. Once a student is accepted into the LDD program, they are placed into a cohort (group of students) and will continue taking courses with the same cohort until they complete the program.
Program Requirements
Complete Classes in Sequence: Classes in the LDD program are progressive and designed to be completed in a specific sequence and order. Students must complete all semester 1 classes before taking semester 2 classes, etc.
Pass Classes: Once accepted into a program, students must pass their program-specific courses with a minimum grade of C (75%) or higher AND in the sequence outlined, BEFORE continuing to the next.
Proficiency Exam: Expectant graduates may be required to sit for proficiency exams at the conclusion of their program. IF required, information regarding costs and dates for the exams will be posted in the online catalog and will be available from program instructor(s).
Light Duty Diesel (AAS)
69 Credits | Financial Aid Eligible | Includes General Education
Semester 1
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ASE 133 | Manual Drive-Train | 2 |
| ASE 114 | Engine Repair | 3 |
| ASE 173 | Auto/Diesel Basic HVAC | 2 |
| ASE 164 | Intro to Electrical | 1 |
| ASE 165 | Electrical Systems | 3 |
| MTD 103 | Auto/Diesel Tech Fundamental & Safety | 2 |
| MTD 110 | Mechanics Technical Math | 2 |
Semester 2
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ASE 102 | Workplace Technical Skills | 3 |
| ASE 103 | Automotive Theory I | 6 |
| ASE 103L | Automotive Lab I | 6 |
Semester 3
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ASE 207 | L/D Diesel Theory II | 6 |
| ASE 207L | L/D Diesel Lab II | 6 |
Semester 4
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ASE 206 | Diesel Theory III | 6 |
| ASE 206L | Diesel Lab III | 6 |
Required General Edu Courses For AAS
It is recommended to take these courses before or after the
the program, not during.
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEM | Any GEM Elective Course* | 3 |
| COMM 101 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication* | 3 |
| ENGL 101 | Writing and Rhetoric I* | 3 |
| MATH 123 | Mathematics in Modern Society* | 3 |
| Choose one of the following: | ||
| PHYC 101 | Introduction to Psychology* | 3 |
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology* | 3 |
Light Duty Diesel (ATC)
54 Credits | Financial Aid Eligible | Does NOT Include General Education Courses
Semester 1
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ASE 133 | Manual Drive-Train | 2 |
| ASE 114 | Engine Repair | 3 |
| ASE 173 | Auto/Diesel Basic HVAC | 2 |
| ASE 164 | Intro to Electrical | 1 |
| ASE 165 | Electrical Systems | 3 |
| MTD 103 | Auto/Diesel Tech Fundamental & Safety | 2 |
| MTD 110 | Mechanics Technical Math | 2 |
Semester 2
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ASE 102 | Workplace Technical Skills | 3 |
| ASE 103 | Automotive Theory I | 6 |
| ASE 103L | Automotive Lab I | 6 |
Semester 3
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ASE 207 | L/D Diesel Theory II | 6 |
| ASE 207L | L/D Diesel Lab II | 6 |
Semester 4
| Course Prefix | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ASE 206 | Diesel Theory III | 6 |
| ASE 206L | Diesel Lab III | 6 |
Tools
The following is a generic list of the tools required for the 1st year of the diesel program. It is important that students begin their professional repair career by purchasing “professional mechanic grade tools”. Questions regarding the suitability of specific tools should be directed to your individual instructor.
1st Year Recommended Tool List
- Safety glasses/goggles
- Four drawer tool cart with locking device and key (*)
- 1/4” Drive socket set consisting of the following:
- 6 point Metric shallow and deep well: 4mm-15mm
- Extensions 2”, 6” and 10”
- Ratchet 45 tooth, 5” long reversible (*)
- 1/4” drive universal
- 1/4” drive nut driver handle
- 3/8” Drive socket set, consisting of the following:
- Spark Plug sockets 9/16, 5/8, and 13/16
- 6 point shallow and deep well metric sockets 8mm thru 21mm
- Flex sockets: 10mm, 11mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm, 15mm, 16mm, 17mm, 18mm, and 19mm
- Extensions 1”, 3”, 6”, 9”, 12” and 18”
- 3/8” drive universal
- Ratchet 45 tooth, 8”long reversible (*)
- 1/2”Drive socket set consisting of the following:
- 6 point shallow and deep metric sockets: 10mm-27mm
- Extensions 2, 3, 6, and 10”
- Ratchet 45 tooth, 11” reversible; (*)
- 1/2” Breaker bar/flex handle (16”minimum)
- 1/2” drive universal
- SAE and Metric combination wrenches in the following sizes; 1/4”-1 ¼” in 1/16th” increments and 7mm thru 27mm.
- SAE and Metric Tubing/line wrenches 3/8” thru 13/16”and 9mm thru 24mm
- Adjustable wrenches: 8” & 12”
- Hammers:
- Slim line compo thane hammer (*),
- Dead blow head (1-1/2 # 12” handle)
- 3# Sledge Hammer (*)
- 16 oz. Ball peen
- Pliers:
- 6” combination slip-joint pliers: 1” maximum jaw opening, 1-1/4” jaw throat depth (*);
- 7”diagonal cutting pliers (side cutter), rubber grips (*);
- 7” needle nose pliers with rubber grip, 2-5/8 jaw depth (*);
- 10” Rib lock pliers (water pump) 5adjustment, 1-1/2” capacity (*);
- 10” lever jaw wrench pliers (vise grip) 2 straight jaws (*)
- 6” lever jaw wrench pliers (vise grip) 2 curved jaws (*)
- 6” lever jaw needle nose pliers (vise grip) (*)
- Wire stripper/crimper tool
- Screwdrivers with shatterproof handles:
- Flat blade: 6” round shank, 4” square shank, 6” square shank, 1-3/4” stubby, 1/8 x 2” pocket
- Phillips: #1 3” long, #2 6” long, #2 stubby
- Torx screwdrivers (T8-T40)
- Torx bit sockets,:
- T6 – T60
- E4 – E18
- Hex key sets 1/16” thru 3/8” and 1.5mm thru 10mm
- Chisels and Punches:
- Cold chisels: 7/16 x 5-1/2” 5/8 x 6-1/2”;
- Pin punches 1/8, x 4-7/8, 5/32 x 5-1/8, 1/4 x 5-7/8, 5/16 x 1;
- Center punch 3/8 x 1
- Flat file- 10” mill bastard, with shatter-proof handle
- Torque Wrenches:
- 3/8 dr. 5-75 ft-lbs
- 1/2” drive 25-250 ft-lbs
- Prybars:
- 15” pry bar (lady slipper or rolling head style)
- 12” pry bar with shatter proof handle
- 18” pry bar with shatter proof handle
- 24” pry bar with shatter proof handle
- 36” pry bar with shatterproof handle
- Fluke Meter MT 87 (*)
- Master feeler gauge from .0015’ to .035: 25 blades
approximately 3-5/16 x 1/2” and Brass feeler gauges .008” - .035” - Deluxe adjustable hacksaw, 12” blade minimum
- Oil filter wrenches or belt type (*)
- Continuity test light, 12 volt with 2’ lead and alligator ground clamp (*)
- Gasket Scraper
- Magnetic pick up tool
- 4 piece pick set
- Air blow gun-lever type safety blow gun, with rubber
tipped nozzle - Tire inflator
- Mechanics Mirror
- Drop light/flashlight (corded or cordless)
- Spark plug gapping tool
- Battery service tool kit
- 0-6” dial caliper
- 10 ft. Steel tape rule, with locking blades and automatic rewind, at least 1/2” wide (*)
- Wire brush (hand held) 10” length wood handle()
2nd Year Recommended Tool List (Suggested)
- 45”x 38”x 22” roll-away with 5” casters, complete with locking device and key (*)
- 22” x 38” x 22” Top box tool chest with locking device and key (*)
- 1/4” socket set consisting of the following: 6 and 12 point SAE shallow and deep well: 3/16-9/16, 12 point Metric shallow and deep well: 4mm-15mm
- 3/8” socket set, consisting of the following: 6and 12 point shallow and deep well sockets: 5/16”-1” in 16th
- increments, 3/8” 12 point shallow and deep well metric sockets 8mm thru 21mm
- 3/8” SAE impact socket 6 point 5/16” thru 1”, metric impact socket set 6 point 8mm thru 21mm
- 3/8” wobble impact socket sets in both SAE and Metric sizes 3/8 to 3/4 and 10mm to 19mm
- 3/8” impact extensions 3”, 6” and 12”
- 3/8” and 1/2” drive impact universals
- 3/8” to 1/2” impact adapter
- 1/2” socket set consisting of the following: 6 and 12 point shallow and deep well SAE sockets: 7/16”- 1 1/4 “, 12 point shallow and deep metric sockets: 10mm-27mm
- 1/2” SAE impact socket set 6 point 7/16 thru 1 1/4, metric impact socket 6 point 10mm thru 27mm
- 1/2” impact extensions 3”,6” and 12”
- 1/2”Drive 24” long breaker bar
- 1/2” to 3/8” impact adapter
- Impact axle nut sockets 28-36 mm
- 4X4 axle nut sockets
- O2 sensor socket set
- Air Hammer
- Air Hammer assorted chisel/punch attachments
- Pickle Fork/ Taper Breaker
- 1/2” air and/or cordless impact wrench minimum 750 ft-lbs. Torque at 90 PSI
- 3/8” air and/or cordless ratchet
- 3/8” air and/or cordless pistol grip impact
- Corded/cordless/air 3/8” chuck drill and drill bits thru ½ inch
- Impact Driver
- Metric & SAE combination Gear Wrench sets(3/8”-3/4”, 8mm-25mm)
- OBD II code reader (*)
- 0-1” micrometer (*)
- Gear puller set
- Universal harmonic balancer puller (*)
- Pitman Arm Puller Snap ring plier set (internal and external)
- Compression tester ( “LDD” with adapters for diesel engines *)
- Spark tester (adjustable gap)
- Vacuum tester/brake bleeder kit (hand pump type)
- Brake tool set (spring release/install tools and spoons)
- Brake Caliper Piston Compressor
- Adjustable mirror with light
- Tap and die set standard and metric
- Bolt extractors
- Serpentine belt installation tool
- AC/Fuel line disconnect set
- Line clamp set
- Fuel pressure gauge
- Radiator pressure tester