Facilities
Modern Fully-Equipped Labs
Gain hands-on experience in advanced learning labs where you’ll work on equipment just like you can expect to see after graduation.
Electric Power Generation Technology: Diesel Emphasis
Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
About this program
At Penn College, our students learn by doing. From classroom theories and concepts to immersive lab experiences, we dig into complex concepts and then apply them to the real thing. In this program you’ll master in-demand skills like installing, servicing, and repairing diesel power generators. You’ll also refine the practical skills needed to work with electrical machinery, electric and electronic machine control devices, and other electronic equipment.
And if you want to level up, we've got a degree for that too. Students in this major are eligible to pursue a dual degree in Building Automation Engineering Technology.
Next steps...
You're on your way to becoming a tomorrow maker.
Careers
- Power generation technician
- Industrial maintenance
- Sales representative
Courses
At Penn College, we believe your educational experience should go beyond specialized skills. Real-world ready means taking a broader approach that builds communication skills, inspires collaboration, and encourages exploration of arts, history, and science.
Specialization requires in-depth knowledge and high-level proficiency. Students learn and apply major-specific concepts, skills, and methods.
- Basic Electricity (DSM120)
- Electrical Power Generation Safety (DSM159)
- Fuel Systems (DSM119)
- Diesel Engine Technology (DSM154)
- Diesel Engine Laboratory (DSM116)
- Electric Power Generation Internship (DSM152)
- Automatic Transfer Switch (DSM226)
- Diesel Electronic Fuels: Systems, Operation & Diagnostics (DSM289)
- Industrial Motor Control (ELT227)
- Power Generation Theory & Operation (DSM227)
- Gaseous-Fueled Engines (DSM225)
- Introduction to Programmable Logic Control (ELT245)
- Electrical Machinery Analysis (ELT246)
- Power Generation Systems (DSM292)
- Residential Power Generation (DSM228)
Perspectives are points of view, offering a variety of ways of understanding, interacting, and influencing the world. Students identify, explain, and utilize the approaches used by academics and professionals to study, analyze, or understand problems, and offer solutions.
Featured Video
Virtual Tour
Join instructor Chris Weaver and explore fully loaded training spaces where students get tons of hands-on experience like tearing down engines and rebuilding them to perfection. You’ll get a rundown of degree options, see the advanced training grounds for each, and check out the latest and greatest equipment.
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
Dual Degree
What is Building Automation?
Interested in pursing a dual degree in Building Automation Engineering Technology? Learn More
Electric Power Generation & Building Automation
Industry Partners
Work with experts to become an expert
Penn College's strong partnerships impact every step of your journey – from your first day in the classroom and labs, to career placement (oftentimes before graduation) and beyond.
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Student Life
Lead and put your skills to the test
Diesel Performance Technicians Association
Expand learning opportunities and meet others who share your interest in diesel performance.
Student Organizations at Penn College
Your college experience is about more than the classroom. Join one of 65+ clubs and organizations, or create your own.
Penn College News
11.21.2024
GT&E loans John Deere equipment to Penn College
Groff Tractor & Equipment has loaned advanced John Deere equipment that is benefiting Pennsylvania College of Technology students in the heavy construction equipment technology majors. A John Deere 550K dozer and John Deere 544G wheel loader were donated for use for the Summer and Fall 2024 semesters. Six Penn College classes are gaining hands-on exposure to the equipment.
10.27.2024
Diesel club's vintage Mack truck wins big again
Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Diesel Performance Club has captured another first place in drag race competition. The club's 1959 B-61 Mack drag truck, known as “Accelerated Learning,” won top honors in the “Big Rig Auto” bracket at the October Truck Fest at Island Dragway in Great Meadows, New Jersey. That victory qualified the truck for the “King of the Island” bracket race, where it finished in second place.
10.09.2024
WNEP-TV spotlights diesel drag truck
WNEP-TV reporter Mackenzie Aucker and photojournalist Tom Durant visited Pennsylvania College of Technology Wednesday to conduct interviews and capture footage for a feature on the college's diesel drag truck. The report aired on the local ABC affiliate's 5 p.m. newscast. Among those interviewed was Brad R. Conklin, instructor of diesel equipment technology, who was also interviewed by WNEP 24 years ago when he was a student working on the rig in its earliest days.
Study Abroad
Gain global experience
See the world via Williamsport. Take your education abroad and get hands-on experience learning about your industry on a global scale.
Internship
Your knowledge in practice
Internships are key for career preparation. Many students have an opportunity to work with power generation professionals across the nation.
Dual Degree
Diesel Technology & Heavy Construction Equipment Technology
Students who have earned an associate’s degree from Penn College in Electric Power Generation Technology: Diesel Emphasis are eligible to earn a second degree in Diesel Technology or Heavy Construction Equipment Technology (Technician or Caterpillar Equipment emphasis) in as few as three years. Students may work with their advisor to declare a dual degree, taking courses for both degrees simultaneously.
More Information
The sequence of this program begins in the fall semester. Students who elect to start in the spring semester may take general education coursework but will not be able to stay in sequence for completion in four semesters.
Students applying for a dual degree with other diesel-related majors will need to select this major as their primary major.
This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see https://www.pct.edu/admissions/transfer/transferring-credits). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.
View the Electric Power Generation Technology: Diesel Emphasis Required Tools
Required for all labs:
- uniform
- glasses, safety, clear lens/black frame
- leather work shoes or boots
Uniforms and tools are available for purchase through The College Store.
Alternative Credit refers to academic credits earned through means other than traditional college course completion, including: credit by exam, articulation, proof of competency gained in high school, work/life experience, and advanced placement.
Visit the Alternative Credit Options page for requirements and procedures and for information on credit through Advanced Placement.
- Mr. Don Casterline, '80, Owner, Casterline Diesel, Inc.
- Mr. Christopher R Clary, Manager, Operations, IMG Midstream
- Mr. Eric Faust, '09, Equipment Maintenance Foreman, Halliburton Energy Services
- Mr. Zachary Gensimore, Regional Truck Service Operations Manager (East), Cleveland Brothers Equipment Co., Inc.
- Mr. Christopher Malm, General Service Manager, Power Generation, West Branch Diesel
- Mr. Frank Miller, Executive Vice President, Kenworth of PA
- Mr. Daniel Mohlenhoff, '11, Working Foreman, Penn Power Group
- Mr. Gregory A Moser, '99, Manager, FedEx Freight
- Mr. Timothy B Moyer, Technical Trainer, Refrigeration, Penn Power Group
- Mr. Jack Neidig, '86, Instructor, SUN Area Career & Technology Center
- Mr. Justin E Ridings, Technical Training Specialist, Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc.
- Mr. Nevin Weaver, General Manager, Kenworth Of Pennsylvania
- Mr. Douglas C Wetzel, '81, Engine Training Instructor, Cleveland Brothers Equipment Company, Inc.
- Mr. Tyler White, '11, Service Manager, Ascendance Trucks Pennsylvania, LLC
- Mr. Jeremy Wilson, General Manager, M&K Truck Centers
- Mr. Tony Wiser, Director of Service, Motor Truck Equipment/ KW of PA
