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Diesel Mechanic with CDL


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Program Description


Students who complete this training are able to work in the diesel mechanic area or trucking industry. This combination of skill sets are in demand by both diesel repair shops and truck fleet companies and is valuable to the entrepreneur mechanic/truck driver who can service and drive their own vehicles. 

Program Outcomes


CCBC Credential: Students will earn a CCBC Workforce Training Certificate and will have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript).

Students will be awarded various CDL certificates (e.g. Defensive Driving and New Driver Training).

 

External Credential: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Entry Level (Diesel) and students will be prepared to take the Maryland Commercial Driver’s License exam. 

Certifying Organization: 

Diesel: National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (www.ase.com/Home.aspx)

CDL-A: Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) - upon successfully completing the MVA final licensing exam.

www.mva.maryland.gov

Financial Aid and Payment Options


Aid Available from CCBC

A number of financial aid resources are available during the COVID-19 pandemic to assist students with their tuition and fees.  For further information on what may be available for students participating in this program contact the Continuing Education Information Center at ceed@ccbcmd.edu, and check out our Continuing Education Financial Aid information page at www.ccbcmd.edu/cefinaid.

Other Resources:

Employer/Sponsor Paid Tuition
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Local Office of Workforce Development

Program Length


The length of this program is five months.

Program Requirements


Information/Orientation:
Students must attend a mandatory orientation prior to the start of course. Contact the coordinator, Nancy Kukay, for dates and information.

Requirements:

  • Minimum age of 21 (commercial drivers must be 21 years of age to drive across state lines)
  • Be able to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug screen & physical
  • Possess a valid Maryland Driver’s License (regular Class C)
  • Maintain zero points for drug/alcohol violations

Recommended:  High School Diploma or GED (highly preferred, but not required)

The Maryland MVA’s CDL-A licensing exam is taken at the end of the course.  The exam includes pre-trip inspections, range maneuvers, and completion of a road test of 14+ miles

Application Process


To apply, go to ccbcmd.edu/apply and complete the CCBC Non-Credit Workforce Training Certificate application.  An email will then be sent with program information and any additional requirements necessary to apply for the program.

​Provisional Entry –  Prospective students must attend an orientation session and pass a basic math and reading assessment test.  Must possess a valid Maryland Class C Driver’s license 

Prior Learning Assessment


This program has potential options for waiving select courses based on previous coursework or articulated coursework from an approved curriculum, and/or demonstrated portfolio and/or prior occupational learning.

Program Course Sequence


Course #

Course Title

Hours

Textbook Information

Costs

Module I: Diesel Technician Program

VOA 746

Introduction to Preventative Maintenance for Diesel Mechanics- Part 1 

90

 

$1,792

T-$870/ F-$922

VOA 747

Introduction to Preventative Maintenance for Diesel Mechanics- Part 2

90

 

$1,792

T-$870/ F-$922

VOA 748

Introduction to Preventative Maintenance for Diesel Mechanics- Part 3

90

 

$1,792

T-$870/ F-$922

Module I Totals: 270

 

$5,376

T-$2310/F-$2,766

Module II: CDL Training

VOA 553

CDL Class A Classroom, Learner Permit and Pre-Trip Introduction

94

 

$1,995

T-$399/ F-$1596

VOA 554

CDL Class A, Maneuvers and Road Skill Basics

93

 

$1,700

T-$340/ F-$1,360

VOA 555

CDL-A Road and Advanced Safety Skills

93

 

$1,500

T-$300/ F-$1,200

Module II Totals: 280  

$5,195

T-$1,039/F-$4,156

Module III: Employment
ADS 781 Applying Skills to the Workplace 20    
ADS 114  Computer Skills 20    

ADS 782  

Financial Management

20

 

 

ADS 143 Academic Readiness 20    
Module III Totals:  80    
Course Series Totals:  630    

Additional Information


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Program Contact Information


Diesel Mechanic:

Coordinator: Nancy Kukay | nkukay@ccbcmd.edu | 443-840-4171 | Catonsville | BESS| 100K

Administrative Assistant: Ollie Wright | owright@ccbcmd.edu | 443-840-4476 | Catonsville | BESS | 100

 

CDL:

Coordinator:  Stacy Igo |  sigo@ccbcmd.edu |  443-840-4878 | Catonsville | BESS 100L

Administrative Assistant:  Danielle Bennett | dbennett@ccbcmd.edu |  443-840-4925 | Catonsville | BESS 100

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