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
According to our latest Placement Report, graduates of our Diesel Technology program are earning an average wage of $28.15 per hour, just six months after graduation!
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.
