Diesel Mechanics

Power Mechanics and Transportation
Award
Diploma
Credits
47
Locations
Peosta
Entry
Fall
Time to Complete
12 Months
Students check a diesel engine

You will learn industry-leading diagnostic and repair skills for diesel electrical systems, fuel systems, drivetrains and engines. In our hands-on full-service lab If you have prior expertise in front-to-rear maintenance of diesel equipment, our competency-based education format may allow you to progress through lab work more quickly. You will work with peers in the program to demonstrate safety, shop standards, how to apply diesel mechanic theory to vehicle repair and the ability to demonstrate accuracy, proficiency and quality of work.

Graduates of this program have a high employment rate. Some students hired as diesel mechanics even before graduation. If you love mechanics, hands-on work and diesel engines, this program is the perfect fit for you.

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Paying for the Program

Tuition and Fees

$10,802*

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees

$12,353*

Program Supplies

$5,000 - 7,250
* Approximate cost. Amount reflects the estimated tuition and student fees based on rates at the time of publication. These rates do not include additional expenses (books, tools, supplies, living expenses, licensures, remedial or pre-requisite coursework or partnership tuition and fees, etc.) related to your NICC education. Rates are subject to change.

Financial Aid & Tuition Assistance

There are many options available for tuition savings. Credit programs may have opportunities for Financial Aid eligibility, while non-credit programs have separate tuition savings available on a per-program basis.

Kibbie Grant Eligible

This scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific high-demand career/technical programs. It provides a maximum award of $4,500 per year for up to two years. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

Last-Dollar Scholarship

This state funded scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific high-demand career programs and pays remaining tuition costs after all other federal and state aid has been applied. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

NICC Scholarship Eligible

Any student enrolled in this program is eligible for NICC scholarships. The NICC Foundation offers a wide range of scholarship award amounts and all students are encouraged to apply.

Vo-Tech Grant Eligible

This scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific career/technical programs. It provides a maximum award of $1,000 per year for up to two years. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

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Career Outlook

Enrollment Process

  1. Apply for admission.
  2. Submit official high school, high school equivalency and/or college transcripts to the Admissions Office of the campus you plan to attend.
  3. Complete ACCUPLACER® reading and writing assessment and ALEKS® math assessment for course placement. Assessments may be waived based on previous college coursework or submission of valid ACT®, or SAT® test scores. Reading and writing scores are valid for three years, and math scores are valid for two years. 

Program Information

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Additional Information

Gainful Employment Information

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Program Contacts

Pat Osterhaus
Diesel Instructor
  • osterhausp@nicc.edu
  • 844.642.2338, ext. 2233
  • Peosta