# Electric Heavy-Duty Vehicles (A.S. Degree)

Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Diesel Electric Transportation Technology

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Program Code: SAC.DETEH.AS

Program Control Number: 08712

In addition to the general education requirements, the associate degree in electric heavy-duty vehicles technology is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills applicable to medium/heavy-duty electric vehicles and equipment in the zero emissions industry. Experience will be acquired on domestic and foreign vehicles. This degree will assist students with the transition from diesel-fuel powered medium/heavy-duty vehicles to electric-powered medium/heavy-duty vehicles.

**Learning Outcome(s):**

1.  Demonstrate proper safety procedures when working with high-voltage heavy-duty vehicles.
2.  Identify medium/heavy-duty electric drive train configurations.
3.  Demonstrate proper techniques for maintenance, service, troubleshooting, and repair of electric heavy-duty vehicles.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | | 30 |
| DETT 101 | Introduction to Diesel-Electric Technology | 2.5 |
| DETT 131 | Transmissions and Drive Train | 4.5 |
| DETT 141 | Medium/Heavy Duty Chassis Systems | 4.5 |
| DETT 161 | Electrical/Electronic Systems | 5 |
| DETT 165 | Diesel-Electric Transport Refrigeration | 5 |
| DETT 168 | High Voltage and Electrical Systems | 5 |
| DETT 171 | Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning | 3.5 |
| **Total** | | **30** |