Diesel Mechanic Program

The diesel mechanic program at Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology – Okmulgee 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 Oklahoma colleges that offer diesel mechanic program.

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Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology – Okmulgee

Also known as University of Oklahoma

660 Parrington Oval, Norman, OK

Interested in taking up an applied science or technology degree? Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology- Okmulgee is the premier institution and the only university of applied technology in Oklahoma.

Located 40 miles south of Tulsa, OSUIT is a comprehensive technical institution with high-quality, advancing-technology programs and services focused on productivity and excellence. It is one of the campus systems of the Oklahoma State University governed by the OSU/A&M Board of Regents.

Have a taste of its hands-on technical education in more than 30 programs of Associate in Applied Science degrees, 4 Associate in Science transfer degree, and 3 programs for Bachelor of Technology degrees. These are taught by world-class administrators and faculty with its effective strategic plans, advanced equipments and unique partnership with industry.

Whether you are a single, married or non-traditional student, you can get access to OSUIT services and facilities with options specially made to meet your unique needs.

You’ll have on-campus support like residential, health, union, safety and dining services. The residence halls are state-of-the-art equipped with internet, phone line and cable television. The campus wellness center, Covelle Hall, has amenities of a full-service health facility where you can use its indoor basketball court, racquetball courts, free weight and machine workout rooms and sauna.

OSUIT also offers academic advising, counseling, and financial aid. Club memberships are open to all students. You may choose from the 20 organizations ranging from departmental to social groups and get to enjoy its 100 events per year.

With these valuable factors, OSU Institute of Technology can further prepare you as competitive workforce and contributing members of society.

Students Enrolled in the Diesel Mechanic Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology – Okmulgee offers an associate's degree program in diesel mechanic.

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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

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

• Oklahoma City, OK
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.86
  • Average Annual Salary: $41310

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).