ProgramCIP 47.0613

Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician

A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the specialized maintenance and repair of trucks, buses, and other commercial and industrial vehicles. Includes instruction in diesel engine mechanics, suspension and steering, brake systems, electrical and electronic systems, preventive maintenance inspections, drive trains, gasoline engine mechanics, HVAC systems, and auxiliary equipment installation and repair.

Definition from U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (CIP 2020).

Also called Commercial Trailer Mechanic, Transport Trailer Technician, Truck and Coach Technician, Truck and Transport Mechanic, Truck-Trailer Service Technician, Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanic.