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- School Code: 672000
- Phone: (510) 523-1050
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FINANCIAL AID RATE
78%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
27:1Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Diesel Mechanic Program
The diesel mechanic program at College of Alameda prepares students for careers in heavy equipment maintenance, locomotive maintenance, over-the-road truck maintenance, fleet maintenance, dealership service, and aftermarket parts development. The program focuses on applying technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain diesel engines in vehicles, as well as stationary diesel engines in electrical generators and related equipment. Program courses include: engine maintenance systems, engines, power trains, and fluid, power, and electrical systems. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer diesel mechanic program.
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College of Alameda
Also known as Alameda Beauty College
2318 Central Avenue, Alameda, CA
The Peralta Community Colleges is a district made out of 4 California Community Colleges, one of which is the College of Alameda (COA). The district has been established since 1964 and is the considered foundation of higher public education around the Oakland area.
Their vision is that COA a very diverse and supportive community of people seeking knowledge. The College of Alameda has made a commitment towards establishing a very ethical and creative environment to help develop students into critical thinkers and citizens of the world.
The Spanish land of Rancho San Antonio was historically granted to a Spanish sergeant and the name Peralta in particular is a reflection of one of the six cities comprising the college district. In general, residents from the neighboring towns of Albany, Berkeley, Oakland, Piedmont and Alameda are served and there are over 6300 enrolled students. The entire student population is undertaking undergraduate studies, and based upon the population it’s considered a fairly large school.
There's a special Student Services division at College of Alameda which is an established academic support network providing services to ensure the excellence and success of their students. Student Services currently offers help with articulation agreements and guaranteed transfers to 4 year universities, financial aid, health services, transfer programs, etc.
The tuition fee is $46 per semester unit for all Californian residents. International and out-of-state students are also welcome however; the tuition is set at an additional $4,560.
Students Enrolled in the Diesel Mechanic Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. College of Alameda has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than Two-Year Award | 8 |
Associate's Degree | 2 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 10 |
Female | 0 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 1 |
Hispanic | 5 |
White | 2 |
Multiple Races | 2 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Diesel Mechanic program at Alameda Beauty College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
Description
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul buses and trucks, or maintain and repair any type of diesel engines. Includes mechanics working primarily with automobile or marine diesel engines.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 12.0% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 1
- Average Hourly Rate: $28.31
- Average Annual Salary: $58880
- San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 660
- Average Hourly Rate: $29.31
- Average Annual Salary: $60970
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates Alameda Beauty College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, College of Alameda may provide services like:- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
- Basketball
- Volleyball