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Simpson County Technical Center is featuring its Diesel Service Technician Program. In the Diesel Service Technician Program students gain experience in the day to day operations of a live diesel repair shop in conjunction with a systems based classroom component. Through theory lectures, shop field trips, student driven research, computer-based learning software and lab training students will spend time investigating each of the following diesel systems: engines, fuel injection, electrical systems, hydraulics, air brake systems, preventive maintenance, power tools, fasteners, and equipment. Students will learn diesel engine overhaul skills needed to enter the field as an agricultural, industrial and consumer products technician. Tractor trailer trucks and construction equipment maintenance are included in the program Students enrolled in this program have the option of joining SkillsUSA, the student organization for career and technical students. Through SkillsUSA membership, students have the opportunity to showcase skills learned at various competitions at the district, state, and national levels. Alan Sanders, Instructor, demonstrates to Diesel II students’ the maintenance of diesel engines. Pictured (left to right): Jimmy Cliburn, Kody Mcelroy, Quinn Caughman, Preston Franklin, Alan Sanders (Instructor), Jayden Bridges, Michael Winstead, Michael Smith, Jacob Sanford, Logan Smith, and Zachery Johnston.