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Diesel Truck, Heavy Equipment & Power Generation
Power-packed programs with specialized training that employers want most.
At Penn College, our programs are designed for outcomes.
We have strong industry connections that allow us to bridge the skills gap by offering advanced training in areas demanding attention. Our diesel and power generation programs are a testament to the success of this approach. Graduates of these programs are highly recruited during on-campus career fairs and find jobs immediately upon graduation.
Explore our programs
Diesel Technology (A.A.S.)
Get hands-on experience working with all types of late-model commercial vehicles, their systems, and related components.
Electric Power Generation Technology: Diesel Emphasis (A.A.S.)
Learn the technical skills to evaluate, test, and troubleshoot power generators.
Heavy Construction Equipment Technology: Caterpillar Equipment Emphasis (A.A.S.)
Thanks to our partnership with Caterpillar, you'll learn how to repair and maintain the latest brand-name equipment.
Heavy Construction Equipment Technology: Technician Emphasis (A.A.S.)
Training in our extensive 48,000-square foot lab space, you'll hone the technical skills to maintain, service, and repair industry workhorses.
Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician Certificate
This fully-loaded program pulls together the diverse skillset needed to launch a career as an entry-level technician in diesel truck preventative maintenance.
Bachelor Degree Pathway
Combine technical know-how with the leadership and administrative expertise needed to rise to a management position with an Automotive Technology Management degree.
Minors & Immersions
Pair a minor with any bachelor's degree, or an immersion with any bachelor's or associate's degree.
Tour Schedule
Seeing is believing.
Think Penn College might be a good fit for you? Make plans to visit and discover what hands-on learning is all about.
Mar 1
Undergraduate Open House
Saturday, March 19 AM - 3 PM
Apr 6
Undergraduate Open House
Sunday, April 69 AM - 3 PM
Summer Camps
Define your future
There are lots of ways to explore your future across all types of majors from nursing to culinary.
Explore tomorrow
- Stay and learn on campus over your summer break
- Explore a variety of career options
- Experience our hands-on approach to education
- Earn up to $2,000 in Penn College scholarships
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Penn College News
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Industry Partners
Work with experts to become an expert
Penn College's strong corporate partnerships impact every step of your journey – from your first day in the classroom and labs, to career placement (oftentimes before graduation) and beyond.