2023-2024 HCC Catalog & Student Handbook

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2023-2024 HCC Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Heavy Vehicle, Diesel, & Industrial Technology, C1

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The Heavy Vehicle & Truck Repair program provides skilled and knowledgeable entry-level employees to heavy equipment industries all over Texas. Employers actively seek HCC Heavy Vehicle & Truck Repair graduates to work as engine or maintenance specialists and field technicians.

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Program CIP Code: 47.0613

First Year

First Semester ‐ Fall

DEMR 1301 - Shop Safety and Procedures Credits: 3
DEMR 1317 - Basic Brake Systems Credits: 3
DEMR 1310 - Diesel Engine Testing and Repair I Credits: 3
DEMR 2312 - Diesel Engine Testing and Repair II Credits: 3

Semester Total: 12

Second Semester ‐ Spring

DEMR 1305 - Basic Electrical Systems Credits: 3
DEMR 2332 - Electronic Controls Credits: 3
DEMR 2439 - Advanced Electrical Systems Credits: 4
DEMR 1323 - Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Troubleshooting and Repair Credits: 3

Semester Total: 13

Third Semester ‐ Summer

DEMR 1329 - Preventative Maintenance Credits: 3
DEMR 1316 - Basic Hydraulics Credits: 3
DEMR 1330 - Steering and Suspension I Credits: 3
DEMR 1342 - Power Train Applications I Credits: 3
DEMR 1381 - Cooperative Education-Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician Credits: 3 (Capstone)

Semester Total: 15

Total Minimum Credits for the Level 1 Certificate: 40

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