A program task list is an instructional tool to measure the technical competency of a student. During your enrollment in the Diesel Truck Technology program, you will be taught and assessed on the following tasks:

 100 Orientation and Safety
 200 Tools and Fasteners/Hardware
 300 Suspension and Steering Systems
 400 Preventive Maintenance
 500 Brake System
 600 Diesel Engines
 700 Air Intake and Exhaust Systems
 800 Cooling Systems
 900 Fuel System 
 1000 Electrical/Electronic System
 1100 Drive Line  

All tools and equipment are supplied within this program throughout your North Montco Technical Career Center (NMTCC) career. From the beginning of the school year, all students will be required to wear a uniform, comparable to one worn in the trade. Jeans, sneakers or street shoes are NOT acceptable. Because of this, students will need to purchase the following items:
Uniform/Clothing Requirements:
Power and Transportation cluster shirt - $17 https://www.djbspecialties.com/stores/nmtccstore
Dark blue work pants - $15-$30
Hard sole leather work boots - $50-$150
Safety glasses - $5
Program Fees:
Activity fee - $35

Safety is not an option! Safety is YOUR responsibility! Students are required to follow all rules and regulations. In addition to following all NMTCC’s listed and/ or posted safety and SDS Policies, refer to the specific equipment manufacturer’s user, operator, or consumer guides and or shop manuals for complete safety details when using any equipment. Students are not permitted to use any equipment or tools unless they have
received and have documented that they have received the appropriate safety instructions. 

State law requires students to wear approved safety glasses in the lab area at all times. If your child already wears prescription glasses, another style of safety glasses is available to wear over glasses. Long hair must be tied back and earrings, necklaces, or jewelry of any type are not permitted to be worn in the lab area at any time. A belt or suspenders must be worn to keep pant legs off the floor, for both safety and for our students to look professional.

Potential Safety Hazards:

• Various chemicals
• flammable, caustic, corrosive, poisonous, slippery, and unstable compounds
• greases/lubricants, degreasers, solvents, anti-freeze, brake fluid, and cleaners
• According to O-net, auto technicians are exposed to contaminate 9 out of 10 days

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently
• Ability to exert muscular force to lift, push, pull, carry objects in front of the body or overhead
• Manual dexterity
• Strong eye/hand coordination
• Physical stamina/strength
• Good depth and color perception

Students in Diesel Truck Technology have the opportunity to earn the following industry certifications: 

•  NOCTI – Diesel Technology 
•  Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) 
•  Certified Safety Inspector, Cat I 
•  Certified Safety Inspector, Cat III 
•  S/P2 – Heavy Duty 
•  S/P2 - Safety & Pollution Prevention 
•  609 Refrigeration Recycling 
•  OSHA 10

Cooperative Education allows students to be employed during the school day while gaining meaningful instruction in a technical area, applying classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, and developing life-long career skills. Students may be allowed to go to work for a number of days determined by their teacher and the cooperative education coordinator.  

Students have the opportunity to enroll in the Honors level course of their CTE program. The Honors course is for 12th-grade students who have demonstrated a high level of interest and achievement in their program and who aspire to an advanced level of learning. Students in the Honors course will be exposed to individualized industry-related advanced work, rigorous study of CTE subject matter with embedded academic content, and practical application of knowledge and skills to work-based situations. Students must meet the required prerequisites and submit a completed Academic Teacher Recommendation form during their 11th-grade year to be considered for the Honors level course.

Prerequisites:
100% of POS Tasks
GPA of >90% in CTE program
GPA of >80% in academic courses
Recommendation Form completed by academic teacher

Specific Industry Certification:
● Certified PA State Inspector (if 18 yrs or older)
● HVAC 609 Certified
● S/P2 Heavy Duty
● OSHA 10

Career Possibilities

• Diesel Engines Mechanic
• Preventive Maintenance Mechanic
• Drive Trains Mechanic
• Diesel Engine Specialist
• Brake Specialist
• Parts Advisor
• Service Advisor

Career Possibilities with Additional Education:

• Diesel Technology Instructor
• Service Manager
• Service Technician
• Service Shop Owner 

Pathways to College

1:1 Agreements
Johnson College
Pennsylvania College of Technology
St. Francis University
University of Northwestern Ohio

Class of 2024 graduation plans:
Employment related to the field of study - 75%
Post-secondary education in a related field - 25%