Diesel Technology

As a diesel technician, you will have a central place in the network that powers our country.

• Diesel-powered farm equipment covers 922 million acres of U.S. farm-land each year.
• Diesel-powered trucks, trains and ships carry tons of grain and livestock to market.
• Diesel-powered trucks ship almost all products to customers.
• Diesel-powered construction equipment builds the roads and bridges we drive on.
• Diesel-powered generators provide emergency power for hospitals and municipal utilities.

Lake Area Tech is the only technical college in South Dakota accredited by the Associated Equipment Dealers Foundation (AED). As a diesel technology student here, you can expect to be taught the latest in diesel tech from our highly qualified instructors. As you complete hands-on training in our diesel facility, you can feel confident there is a place for you. After all, America runs on diesel!

• Ag/Industrial Tractor & Truck Options
• Diesel ButlerMAX Option
• Diesel Case New Holland Option
• Diesel Kubota Tech
• Diesel TechKnowledge John Deere Option by Brandt Holdings
• Diesel THINK BIG Caterpillar Option

Diesel Program Course Transfer Policy

Students transferring in courses from another accredited institution may receive credit for courses completed with a grade B or above. All transfer courses will be reviewed by the Diesel Department Supervisor.

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