Transit Bus Maintenance
Certificate of Proficiency (Untranscripted) Diesel Electric Transportation Technology · Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Program Code: SAC.DSLTB.CERT
The Transit Bus Maintenance Certificate is designed to train students in the field of transit bus service, repair, and troubleshooting. Completion of courses CERT1 through CERT10 prepares the student for industry. Safety, theory of operation, diagnosis, and service procedures are emphasized. The student must furnish approved safety equipment for the first meeting of the DETT 201 course. This equipment includes approved ANSI safety glasses, reflective safety vest, and steel-toed shoes.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Explain basic safety operation concerns when operating a transit bus on assigned route.
- Explain proper steps in completing a transit bus pre-trip inspection.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | 9.8 | |
| DETT 201 | Introduction to Transit Systems | 0.3 |
| DETT 202 | Transit Preventative Maintenance | 0.5 |
| DETT 203 | Transit Vehicle Electrical Systems | 2.5 |
| DETT 205 | Transit Vehicle Air Brake Systems | 1 |
| DETT 206 | Transit Vehicle Automatic Transmissions | 1 |
| DETT 207 | Transit Vehicle Engines | 2 |
| DETT 208 | Transit Vehicle Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning | 1 |
| DETT 209 | Transit Vehicle Drive Train Suspension | 1 |
| DETT 210 | Transit Vehicle Wheelchair Lifts | 0.5 |
| Total | 9.8 | |