Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

Course Requirements

Basic Computer Skills for Professionals

Course Description:

This course provides Heavy Duty Diesel and Industrial Maintenance students with a fundamental understanding of computers and computing. Topics include computer hardware, operating systems, and introduction to Microsoft word 2003, Microsoft Excel 2003, Internet navigation, and e-mail applications.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient basic computer skill based on competency exams in a professional setting. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician
• Industrial Maintenance and Automation Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Identify basic computer hardware, software applications, and operating systems
• Learn to navigate and manage files and folders in the Windows environment
• Gain basic knowledge of the two primary applications programs, Word and Excel
• Learn to use online computing including internet and electronic mail

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

Tooele Tech Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least in the 9th grade.

Textbooks & Materials:

Classroom sets are available for student use.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

 

Math I

Course Description:

This course offers an introduction to basic mathematics, including operations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, as well as proportions, averages and percentages. Students are prepared for more advanced mathematics.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient basic mathematic skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Learn usage of whole numbers
• Learn usage of fractions
• Learn usage of decimals
• Learn to use proportions and percentages

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 60 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

Course Location and Schedule

Tooele Tech Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least in the 9th grade.

Textbooks & Materials:

Textbooks are available for use in the classroom.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

 

Workplace Relations

Course Description:

This course provides students the tools to develop essential human-relation skills needed to maintain gainful and satisfying employment. Students will develop strategies for working through problematic areas found in the workforce including, solving problems; understanding relationships and diversity; increasing personal ethics; and developing strong personal, interpersonal, and human relation skills.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient human-relation and problem solving skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Accounting Clerk
• Office Manager
• Executive Assistant
• Office Clerk
• Receptionist
• Customer Service
• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician
• Network Administrator (MCSA)
• Network Engineer (CCNA)
• Networking Technician (Net +)
• Computer Upgrade and Repair Technician (A+)
• Cosmetology/Barbering
• Barbering
• Nail Technician
• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician
• Welding Technician II
• Welding Technician III

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Understand how attitude plays a role in effective communication
• Understand how to reduce stress through effective time management
• Identify and develop the soft skills needed to become an effective communicator
• Learn conflict resolution technicques to build positive relationships

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in an open-entry/open-exit  format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 20 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

Tooele Tech Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least in the 9th grade.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

 

Safety and Shop Skills

Course Description:

This course will provide students with hands-on training in basic skills and safety.  Students will receive detailed training on shop safety, fire safety, proper attire, basic welding, use of electric machinery, and the use of basic tools.  Students will be required to pass a safety exam before they are allowed to work in the shop.   

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding and mastery of safety and shop skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Identify safety procedures common to a shop environment
• Describe proper attire and personal safety equipment, lifting technique, and shop materials safety
• Identify the basic tools and demonstrate how to properly use them
• Demonstrate how to use the following: Electric machinery (drill press, cut off saws, electric hand drills), Reusable Fittings, Measuring instruments, Fasteners and torque wrenches, Shop Manuals
• Demonstrate how to properly charge a battery
• Demonstrate basic welding and explain the use of different welders
• Demonstrate proper technique for making gaskets
• Demonstrate proper use of the tire machine
• Demonstrate proper use of a DVOM

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 115 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

Tooele Tech Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old to enroll in this course.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Heavy Duty Brakes

Course Description:

This course provides theory and hands-on experience for students on heavy duty brake systems. The course will cover maintenance and repair of air brakes, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), wheel bearing systems, and wheels. Students will learn each component of the brake system, brake function, and component recognition for service needs. Students will perform the necessary repairs or replacement needed to ensure safe operation.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding and mastery of heavy duty brake and skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Using the brake training board, examine how to move and manage the brake parts and explain how the parts work
• Given a vehicle, demonstrate removal, service, and replacement of the following truck components according to industry standards: Air compressor, Brakes, Chambers, Front and dual wheels, Pack and oil bath bearings

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 75 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

 

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old to enroll in this course. Also, the Heavy Duty Diesel Safety and Shop Skills Course must be completed prior to this course.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information.

Suspension/Steering 1

Course Description:

This course provides theory and hands-on experience for students on the maintenance and repair of heavy duty steering and suspension. Instruction covers frame removal, service, and repair; kingpins, tie rods, steering gearbox, and hydraulic brake systems, as well as alignment for both light and heavy duty trucks.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding and mastery of suspension and steering based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skills Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Given a hydraulic brake system, demonstrate how to properly remove, service, and replace the following components: Brake drums, Brake rotor, Brake shoes, and Disc brakes
• Identify the components of the steering and suspension system
• Given a vehicle, demonstrate how to remove and replace the following components according to industry standards: Kingpins, Tie rods, Front leaf springs, Steering gear box, and Wheel Alignment
• Given a vehicle, demonstrate how to perform a steering gear overhaul for both a manual and power steering gear
• Identify the reasons for wheel alignment and describe the four wheel alignment factors
• Given a vehicle, demonstrate how to correct front wheel alignment to factory specification

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 47 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd. , Tooele
8 a.m. –  8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old to enroll in this course. Also, the Safety and Shop Skills course must be completed prior to this course.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Electrical/Electronic Systems

Course Description:

This course will provide theory and hands-on training on basic electrical components and systems, vehicle charging and starting systems, and electrical engine component tune-up and diagnosis. Students will receive detailed training on lights, wiring schematics, circuits, alternators, starter motors, and how to time and adjust the electrical components of engines. Students are required to wire various circuits and use electrical test equipment to troubleshoot alternator, starter motor, and engine electronic components and systems.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding and mastery of electrical and electronic systems based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams.  A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Identify the basic components of atoms
• Describe the current flow of electricity and what enhances or inhibits that flow
• Given a battery, connecting wires, and light bulbs, demonstrate how to connect simple, series, and parallel circuits
• Demonstrate the use of ammeters, ohmmeters, and voltmeters to diagnose and repair issues in electrical systems
• Identify the components of a wiring diagram
• Identify the components of an alternator
• Given an alternator, demonstrate how to properly disassemble, test, and reassemble the alternator and ensure proper operation
• Demonstrate how to disassemble, test, and reassemble small and large truck starter motors
• Demonstrate how to use a scanner for diagnosing problems
• Demonstrate how to use a lab scope for diagnosing electrical problems
• Demonstrate how to time an engine using cold timing and timing light techniques
• Demonstrate how to properly test for compression and leaks in the engine cylinders
• Demonstrate how to properly run and six cylinder overhead engines

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 140 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus

88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele

8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old to enroll in this course. Also, the Heavy Duty Diesel Safety and Shop Skills Course must be completed prior to this course.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information.

Heavy Duty HVAC

Course Description:

This course provides theory and hands-on experience for students on troubleshooting and repair of heavy duty truck air conditioning systems. Instruction covers condensers, check valves, driers, compressors, evaporators, controls, heating and engine cooling systems, operating systems and controls, and refrigerant recovery, recycling, and handling.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding and mastery of heavy duty HVAC based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Explain the theories behind the operation of the HVAC system
• Identify the components of the HVAC system
• Given a vehicle, demonstrate how to check the oil in a compressor
• Examine the components of different compressor valve constructions
• Describe how to prepare and test the HVAC system and demonstrate proper testing techniques
• Describe the process of evacuating and recycling a vehicle’s refrigerant
• Given an Evacuating/Recycling pump, demonstrate how to properly evacuate an A/C system and how to recharge the system and ensure it works properly
• Identify electrical components and read wiring diagrams of HVAC systems
• Given an R12 system, explain how to retrofit it to an R134a system

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 120 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. –  8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

 

Admission Requirements

Student must be at least 16 years old to enroll in this course.  Also, the Heavy Duty Diesel Safety and Shop Skills course must be completed prior to this course.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this web site or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Drive Train

Course Description:

This course provides the student with theory and hands-on experience on maintenance and repair of the heavy duty drive train systems. Instruction and repair will cover clutches, transmissions, drive lines, and differentials. The student will be required to perform clutch adjustments and replacement, pull transmissions, pull and repair drive lines and u-joints, and differentials.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding and mastery of drive train based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Identify the components of the drive train and explain their function
• Demonstrate how to remove and replace a transmission and clutch
• Using the appropriate service manual, demonstrate how to overhaul the following systems: Small transmissions, Large transmissions, including a Mack transmission, A variety of sizes of differentials, and U-joints

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 90 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. –  8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Student must be at least 16 years old to enroll in this course.  Also, the Heavy Duty Diesel Safety and Shop Skills course must be completed prior to this course.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this web site or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Heavy Duty Diesel Engines 1

Course Description:

This course provides the student with introductory theory and hands-on training in basic operation, parts and overhaul procedures of a diesel engine. The course covers the removal, service, and repair of engine blocks, crankshafts, pistons, rings, connecting rods, camshafts, valve trains, injection pumps and accessories in both small gas and large diesel engines.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding and mastery of heavy duty diesel engines 1 based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Describe the components of a diesel engine and explain their function
• Describe how a four cycle engine operates
• Explain how to properly remove external engine parts
• Given a vehicle, demonstrate how to properly remove, service, and replace the components of the following systems: Engine block, Crankshaft, Pistons, rings, and connecting rods, Camshaft and valve train, and Injection, pump, injectors, and accessories
• Demonstrate how to properly rebuild diesel engines of various sizes and models

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 71 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

Tooele Tech Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. –  8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Student must be at least 16 years old to enroll in this course.  Also, the Heavy Duty Diesel Safety and Shop Skills course must be completed prior to this course.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this web site or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Heavy Duty Diesel Engines 2

Course Description:

This course provides the student with introductory theory and hands-on training in basic operation, parts and overhaul procedures of a diesel engine. The course covers the removal, service, and repair of engine blocks, crankshafts, pistons, rings, connecting rods, camshafts, valve trains, injection pumps and accessories in large diesel engines.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding and mastery of heavy duty diesel engines 2 based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Describe the components of a diesel engine and explain their function
• Describe how a four cycle engine operates
• Explain how to properly remove external engine parts
• Given a vehicle, demonstrate how to properly remove, service, and replace the components of the following systems: Engine block, Crankshaft, Pistons, rings, and connecting rods, Camshaft and valve train, and Injection, pump, injectors, and accessories
• Demonstrate how to properly rebuild diesel engines of various sizes and models

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 90 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

 

Admission Requirements

Student must be at least 16 years old to enroll in this course.  Also, the Heavy Duty Diesel Safety and Shop Skills course and Heavy Duty Diesel Engines 1 course must be completed prior to this course.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this web site or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Preventive Maintenance/Inspection

Course Description:

This course introduces students to the service and preventive maintenance practices commonly found in the trucking industry. Course content includes inspection and maintenance of basic truck systems including cab and hood, engine systems, electrical systems, frame and chassis, as well as specific types of inspections: circle, drive-on, and full preventive maintenance inspection.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding and mastery of preventive maintenance and inspection  based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Describe the parts of a heavy duty truck and explain how a technician inspects and services them
• Given a vehicle, demonstrate how to properly inspect the following systems according to industry standards: Air Cleaner, Air Spring, Air Bag, Battery, Cab Controls, Engine Compartment, Fifth Wheel, Lubrication Levels, Under Vehicle, and Water Pump and Cooling System
• Given a vehicle, demonstrate how to properly perform the following complete inspections according to industry standards: Drive-On Inspection and Circle Inspection
• • Preventive Maintenance Inspection

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 120 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old to enroll in this course.  Also, the Heavy Duty Diesel Safety and Shop Skills course must be completed prior to this course.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this web site or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Hydraulics

Course Description:

This course will provide students with hands-on training in basic skills of Hydraulics diagnosis and safety. Students will receive detailed training on hydraulics schematic systems, diagnosis of problems and repairs.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding and mastery of hydraulics based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Hydraulic Basics
• Components and Safety
• Hydraulic Symbols
• Advanced Hydraulics and Hydrostatic Fundamentals
• Hydraulic Systems

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 70 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. –  8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

 

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old to enroll in this course.  Also, the Heavy Duty Diesel Safety and Shop Skills course must be completed prior to this course.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this web site or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Keyboarding Basics

Course Description:

Keyboarding Basics is an introduction to the computer keyboard and keyboarding techniques. Using drills and timed writings, this course helps students increase speed and accuracy to reach 30 WPM on a computer keyboard .

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient keyboarding skills based on a keyboarding competency exam. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Demonstrate proper keyboarding techniques
• Demonstrate ability to keyboard by touch
• Perform keyboarding rate of 30 WPM on a 5-minute timed writing with correction allowed

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

Tooele Tech Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least in the 9th grade.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

 

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.