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Heavy Vehicle, Diesel, & Industrial Technology
The Heavy Vehicle, Diesel, and Industrial Technology program at Houston City College prepares students for entry-level careers in Texas’s growing heavy equipment and diesel industries. Students receive hands-on training in diesel engine repair, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance for commercial trucks, buses, industrial machinery, and other heavy-duty vehicles. In addition, we offers specialized training in truck driving and forklift operation, providing students with a well-rounded foundation for careers in the transportation and industrial sectors.
Programs
Heavy Vehicle & Industrial Technology, A.A.S.
The Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology Program prepares students for a technical career in the multifaceted diesel industry. The Heavy Vehicle & Industrial Technology, A.A.S. award will prepare students to maintain and repair Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology. This degree will be in accordance with an Accredited Industry Partner (AED Foundation), and the third area of specialization will be in the maintenance and repair of Industrial and stationary Diesel engine applications. Each industry-designed pathway will prepare the student with the necessary technical knowledge and soft skills to meet the demands of today’s diesel industry workforce.
The Heavy Vehicle, Diesel and Industrial Technology Program provides skilled and knowledgeable entry-level employees to the heavy-duty commercial trucking and the heavy equipment industries through out Texas. Employers actively seek Houston City College’s Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology graduates to work as diesel engine or maintenance specialists and field technicians.
Specialized classroom and practical lab work experiences are used to prepare students for a long career in the Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology industry. Since this program is designed to prepare graduates for a career in the heavy-duty truck and diesel equipment industry, personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools are expected to be purchased by students in order to perform routine class and laboratory assignments.
Students receiving their Level 1 Certificates or an AAS degree can look forward to a variety of employment opportunities in the heavy-duty truck and diesel equipment industry as repair technicians, service advisors, service managers, shop foreman, and/or business owners. All instructors are certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), 1010 Blue Seal Drive, SE, Suite 101, Leesburg, VA 20175, ase.com
In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing is required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates.
STUDENTS WILL BE ABLE TO:
- Demonstrate competency in Heavy Vehicle brake and suspension service procedures. Demonstrate competency in Heavy Vehicle transmission service and related systems.
- Demonstrate competency in Heavy Vehicle engine repair and replacement service procedures. Demonstrate competency in Heavy Vehicle electrical and electronic systems service and procedures.
- Demonstrate competency in Heavy Vehicle airconditioning service and repair. Demonstrate professional work habits and technical skills necessary for success in the Heavy Vehicle repair industry.
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Automotive Technology Training Center
Automotive Center at North Forest
- Duration
- 2 years (full time)
- Program Format
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- In-Person
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits: 60
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View the Heavy Vehicle & Industrial Technology, A.A.S. Program degree plan to see the total credit hours required.
- Cost
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Enter the semester credit hours into the Tuition & Cost Calculator to estimate tuition.
Heavy Vehicle & Industrial Technology-Heavy Equipment - Specialization, A.A.S.
The Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology Program prepares students for a technical career in the multifaceted diesel industry. Each industry-designed pathway will prepare the student with the necessary technical knowledge and soft skills to meet the demands of today’s diesel industry workforce.
The Heavy Vehicle, Diesel and Industrial Technology Program provides skilled and knowledgeable entry-level employees to the heavy-duty commercial trucking and the heavy equipment industries through out Texas. Employers actively seek Houston City College’s Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology graduates to work as diesel engine or maintenance specialists and field technicians.
Specialized classroom and practical lab work experiences are used to prepare students for a long career in the Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology industry. Since this program is designed to prepare graduates for a career in the heavy-duty truck and diesel equipment industry, personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools are expected to be purchased by students in order to perform routine class and laboratory assignments.
Students receiving their Level 1 Certificates or an AAS degree can look forward to a variety of employment opportunities in the heavy-duty truck and diesel equipment industry as repair technicians, service advisors, service managers, shop foreman, and/or business owners. All instructors are certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), 1010 Blue Seal Drive, SE, Suite 101, Leesburg, VA 20175, ase.com
In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing is required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates.
STUDENTS WILL BE ABLE TO:
- Demonstrate competency in Heavy Vehicle brake and suspension service procedures. Demonstrate competency in Heavy Vehicle transmission service and related systems.
- Demonstrate competency in Heavy Vehicle engine repair and replacement service procedures. Demonstrate competency in Heavy Vehicle electrical and electronic systems service and procedures.
- Demonstrate competency in Heavy Vehicle airconditioning service and repair. Demonstrate professional work habits and technical skills necessary for success in the Heavy Vehicle repair industry.
Have Questions?
We are here to help.
Automotive Technology Training Center
Automotive Center at North Forest
- Duration
- 2 years (full time)
- Program Format
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- In-Person
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits: 60
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View the Heavy Vehicle & Industrial Technology-Heavy Equipment - Specialization, A.A.S. Program degree plan to see the total credit hours required.
- Cost
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Enter the semester credit hours into the Tuition & Cost Calculator to estimate tuition.
Diesel Service Technician, C1
The Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology Program prepares students for a technical career in the multifaceted diesel industry. The Diesel Service Technician, C1 award will prepare students to maintain and repair Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology. This degree will be in accordance with an Accredited Industry Partner (AED Foundation), and the third area of specialization will be in the maintenance and repair of Industrial and stationary Diesel engine applications. Each industry-designed pathway will prepare the student with the necessary technical knowledge and soft skills to meet the demands of today’s diesel industry workforce.
The Heavy Vehicle, Diesel and Industrial Technology Program provides skilled and knowledgeable entry-level employees to the heavy-duty commercial trucking and the heavy equipment industries through out Texas. Employers actively seek Houston City College’s Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology graduates to work as diesel engine or maintenance specialists and field technicians.
Specialized classroom and practical lab work experiences are used to prepare students for a long career in the Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology industry. Since this program is designed to prepare graduates for a career in the heavy-duty truck and diesel equipment industry, personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools are expected to be purchased by students in order to perform routine class and laboratory assignments.
Students receiving their Level 1 Certificates or an AAS degree can look forward to a variety of employment opportunities in the heavy-duty truck and diesel equipment industry as repair technicians, service advisors, service managers, shop foreman, and/or business owners. All instructors are certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), 1010 Blue Seal Drive, SE, Suite 101, Leesburg, VA 20175, ase.com
In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing is required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates.
Have Questions?
We are here to help.
- Duration
- 3 semesters full time)
- Program Format
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- In-Person
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits for the Level 1 Certificate: 27
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View the Diesel Service Technician, C1 to see the total credit hours required.
- Cost
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Enter the semester credit hours into the Tuition & Cost Calculator to estimate tuition.
Heavy Vehicle & Diesel Technician, C1
The Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology Program prepares students for a technical career in the multifaceted diesel industry. The Heavy Vehicle & Diesel Technician, C1 award will prepare students to maintain and repair Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology. This degree will be in accordance with an Accredited Industry Partner (AED Foundation), and the third area of specialization will be in the maintenance and repair of Industrial and stationary Diesel engine applications. Each industry-designed pathway will prepare the student with the necessary technical knowledge and soft skills to meet the demands of today’s diesel industry workforce.
The Heavy Vehicle, Diesel and Industrial Technology Program provides skilled and knowledgeable entry-level employees to the heavy-duty commercial trucking and the heavy equipment industries through out Texas. Employers actively seek Houston City College’s Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology graduates to work as diesel engine or maintenance specialists and field technicians.
Specialized classroom and practical lab work experiences are used to prepare students for a long career in the Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology industry. Since this program is designed to prepare graduates for a career in the heavy-duty truck and diesel equipment industry, personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools are expected to be purchased by students in order to perform routine class and laboratory assignments.
Students receiving their Level 1 Certificates or an AAS degree can look forward to a variety of employment opportunities in the heavy-duty truck and diesel equipment industry as repair technicians, service advisors, service managers, shop foreman, and/or business owners. All instructors are certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), 1010 Blue Seal Drive, SE, Suite 101, Leesburg, VA 20175, ase.com
In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing is required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates.
Have Questions?
We are here to help.
- Duration
- 3 semesters full time)
- Program Format
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- In-Person
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits for the Level 1 Certificate: 39
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View the Heavy Vehicle & Diesel Technician, C1 to see the total credit hours required.
- Cost
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Enter the semester credit hours into the Tuition & Cost Calculator to estimate tuition.
Diesel Maintenance Technician, O.S.A.
The Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology Program prepares students for a technical career in the multifaceted diesel industry. The Diesel Maintenance Technician, O.S.A. award will prepare students to maintain and repair heavy vehicle and truck technology. This award will be in accordance with an Accredited Industry Partner (AED Foundation). This will prepare the student with the necessary technical knowledge and soft skills to meet the demands of today’s diesel industry workforce.
The Heavy Vehicle, Diesel and Industrial Technology Program provides skilled and knowledgeable entry-level employees to the heavy-duty commercial trucking and the heavy equipment industries through out Texas. Employers actively seek Houston City College’s Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology graduates to work as diesel engine or maintenance specialists and field technicians.
Specialized classroom and practical lab work experiences are used to prepare students for a long career in the Heavy Vehicle, Diesel & Industrial Technology industry. Since this program is designed to prepare graduates for a career in the heavy-duty truck and diesel equipment industry, personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools are expected to be purchased by students in order to perform routine class and laboratory assignments.
Students receiving their Level 1 Certificates or an AAS degree can look forward to a variety of employment opportunities in the heavy-duty truck and diesel equipment industry as repair technicians, service advisors, service managers, shop foreman, and/or business owners. All instructors are certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), 1010 Blue Seal Drive, SE, Suite 101, Leesburg, VA 20175, ase.com
In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing is required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates.
Have Questions?
We are here to help.
- Duration
- 1 semester full time)
- Program Format
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- In-Person
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits for the Occupational Skills Award: 12
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View the Diesel Maintenance Technician, O.S.A. to see the total credit hours required.
- Cost
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Enter the semester credit hours into the Tuition & Cost Calculator to estimate tuition.
Commercial Truck Driver, O.S.A.
An overview of the Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License written test including preparation for passing the Commercial Driver’s License examination, general truck driving skills with hands-on component, and instruction coordinated with the Department of Transportation. An overview of the Texas Class B Commercial Driver’s License written test including preparation for passing the Commercial Driver’s License examination, general truck driving skill with hands-on component, and instruction coordinated with the Department of Transportation.
Trucks deliver 70 percent of all freight tonnage and 80 percent of U.S. communities receive their goods exclusively by truck. There are currently 3.5 million commercial drivers, averaging $50,000 annually. Over the next ten years the American Trucking Association (ATA) projects a need for 96,178 new drivers per year. These opportunities exist because of industry growth (36%), retirement (37%), drivers not meeting current guidelines (16%) and changing careers (11%). This offers an excellent opportunity for a new career.
Applicant must meet all requirements of the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Houston City College including:
- Be at least 18-years-old for intrastate; 21-years-old interstate
- Pass a DOT physical
- Pass DOT drug test
- Have a good driving record
- Have a valid Class C Driver’s License
2023-2024 Third-Party Licensure/Certification Exam Results
Occupational licensure and/or certification pass rates reported by academic calendar year (Sept. 1–Aug. 31). Results for the 2022-2023 academic year is provided for comparison.
| Program/ Aligned Award | Agency Standard | HCC Standard | 2022-2023 Results (#Passed) | 2023-2024 Results (#Passed) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Truck Driving Class A | 80% | 75% | 100% (388) | 100% (525) |
Commercial Truck Driving Schedule
Day Class/5 Weeks
Monday - Thursday 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
| Start | End |
| 1/5/2026 | 2/4/2026 |
| 1/20/2026 | 2/24/2026 |
| 2/3/2026 | 3/6/2026 |
| 2/17/2026 | 3/31/2026 |
| 3/23/2026 | 4/23/2026 |
| 4/6/2026 | 5/7/2026 |
| 4/20/2026 | 5/21/2026 |
| 5/4/2026 | 6/8/2026 |
| 5/18/2026 | 6/22/2026 |
| 6/1/2026 | 7/2/2026 |
| 6/15/2026 | 7/16/2026 |
| 6/29/2026 | 7/30/2026 |
| 7/13/2026 | 8/13/2026 |
| 7/27/2026 | 8/26/2026 |
| 8/10/2026 | 9/10/2026 |
| 8/24/2026 | 8/24/2026 |
| 9/8/2026 | 10/8/2026 |
| 09/21/2026 | 10/22/2026 |
| 10/5/2026 | 10/5/2026 |
| 10/19/2026 | 11/19/2026 |
| 11/2/2026 | 11/10/2026 |
| 11/16/2026 | 1/7/2027 |
| 12/7/26 | 1/21/27 |
WEEKEND CLASS/10 Weekends
Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
| Start | End |
|---|---|
| 1/8/2026 | 2/15/2026 |
| 2/5/2026 | 4/12/2026 |
| 3/19/2026 | 5/24/2026 |
| 4/30/2026 | 6/5/2026 |
| 6/4/2026 | 8/9/2026 |
| 7/9/2026 | 9/13/2026 |
| 9/3/2026 | 11/8/2026 |
| 10/1/2026 | 12/6/2026 |
| 10/29/2026 | 1/24/2027 |
EVENING CLASS/10 Weeks
Monday - Friday 5:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
| Start | End |
| 1/12/2026 | 3/19/2026 |
| 2/9/2026 | 4/16/2026 |
| 3/16/2026 | 3/21/2026 |
| 5/4/2026 | 6/9/2026 |
| 6/1/2026 | 7/6/2026 |
| 6/29/2026 | 9/3/2026 |
| 7/27/2026 | 10/1/2026 |
| 8/31/2026 | 11/2/2026 |
| 10/5/2026 | 12/10/2026 |
Tuition $4350
Class B Commercial Driver’s License
Duration: 6 Weeks (120 hours)
Class Schedule:
Saturday and Sunday, 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- 6/14/25 - 7/20/25
- 7/12/25 - 8/17 /25
- 8/9/25 - 9/14/25
- 9/6/25 - 10/12/25
- 10/4/25- 11/9/25
- 11/1/25- 12/20/25
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- Program Format
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- In-Person
- Campus Location
Forklift Operator Certification, I.C.
Step into the world of logistics and warehousing with our comprehensive Forklift Operator Certification program. This seven-hour course (CNSE 1003) equips students with essential knowledge and skills in forklift operations. Through a combination of theoretical instruction and hands-on training, participants will learn the fundamentals of safely operating forklifts in various environments.
Resources
Students must provide:
- Hard hat
- Ear plugs
- Steel toe shoes
- Goggles
- Work gloves (optional)
- Prerequisites
Valid Driver’s License - High School Diploma or GED
Have Questions?
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- Program Format
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- In-Person
- Campus Location
- Total minimum contact hours for this certificate: 7
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View the Accounting with QuickBooks, I.C catalog listing to see the total courses required.
- Cost
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Total Program Tuition: $85.00
Tuition includes books and course materials
Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG) for Continuing Education Students