Program Proposal Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma. Hazard Community and Technical College

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Program Proposal

Diesel Technology

Medium and Heavy

Truck Technician Diploma

Hazard Community and

Technical College

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N ew Pr ogr am Request For m | 1 Kentucky Community and Technical College System

Proposal for Initiation of a New Degree/Diploma Program

Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma

Di esel Technol ogy

Credential to be Awarded Program Name

Hazard Community and Technical

College

Track(s): (if applicable) Fall 2016

College Proposed Starting Date

CIP Code 4706054049___

CIP Taxonomy Title _____ Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians _________

Dr. Stephen Greiner 11/01/2015

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Table of Contents Executive Summary ……….3

A. Mission and Goals………...8

B. Program Quality & Student Success………...11

C. Program Demand………....26

D. Cost and Funding………..………...34

E. Review and Assessment……….….35

Appendices……….……….………....40

A. SACS Faculty Roster……….………..41

B. Program Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes AND Letters of Support………...44

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Diploma in Medium and Heavy Truck Technician

Hazard Community and Technical College

A Proposal for Initiation of a New Degree Program

A. Centrality to the Institution’s Mission and Consistency with State’s Goals

The mission of Hazard Community and Technical College (HCTC): “HCTC is a comprehensive, public community and technical college that empowers diverse learners, building self-confidence and leadership capacity for lifelong personal success and community enhancement.”

The objectives for the proposed program align with the mission statement in the areas of lifelong personal success and community enhancement by preparing graduates that are competent entry-level diesel medium and heavy truck technicians.

The Goals for the Strategic Plan for Hazard Community and Technical College (2010-16):

Goal 1: HCTC will advance excellence and innovation in teaching, learning and service.

Goal 2: HCTC will increase student access, transfer, and success. Goal 3: HCTC will cultivate diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion.

Goal 4: HCTC will enhance the economic and workforce development of the Commonwealth.

Goal 5: HCTC will enhance college and community leadership. Goal 6: HCTC will promote the recognition and value of HCTC.

Goal 7: This goal is divided into two separate biennial college initiatives. 7A: Modify curriculum to address quicker access of degrees,

developmental education, e-Learning initiatives, P-16 partnerships, and new technologies (2010-12).

7B: Enhance Knott County Branch and Leslie County Center offerings available to students. (2012-14).

The Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma objectives support the goal of increasing student access, transfer and success by preparing competent entry-level medium and heavy truck technicians with critical thinking skills. The objectives also support the HCTC goal of cultivating diversity,

multiculturalism, and inclusion by encouraging graduates to become involved in their communities of service. In addition, the objectives support the workforce

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development of the Commonwealth by adding trained, ready-to-work employees to the economy.

Kentucky’s Postsecondary Education Strategic Agenda includes: Student Success

Kentucky will be stronger by ensuring more of its people complete college with the skills and abilities to be productive, engaged citizens.

Efficiency and Innovation

Kentucky will be stronger by creating new ways of serving more postsecondary students at a high quality in a challenging resource environment.

The Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma addresses student success by ensuring a larger number of graduates who are diploma prepared diesel medium and heavy truck technicians and by offering students an additional diesel diploma at HCTC other than that of Construction Equipment Technician. It allows for curriculum diversification as the region moves away from a single industry based economy, allowing students an increased number of employment options. The proposed diploma will address efficiency and innovation by utilizing web enhanced courses through the use of Blackboard and flexibility with practicum

placements to assist students so that they can work while completing a degree. Along with end-of-program assessment and certification options for students through the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), industry certification through “Snap on” Tools will be available in the program. Students will also have the option to obtain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) certification through enrollment in the new Truck Driver Training, Tractor Trailer, CDLA I, Certificate at HCTC. This will allow the student to be able to both operate and repair a variety of diesel trucks. The Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma supports the statewide

postsecondary education Strategic Agenda 2011-16. The priority area of Research, Economic, and Community Development states, “As Kentucky ramps up efforts to compete effectively in the global economy, degree production must be aligned with the current and projected workforce needs of the state.” The HCTC service region has experienced massive layoffs in the coal industry. The Diesel Technology

Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will allow students additional options for employment. This will allow HCTC to align with the workforce needs in the area. The newly proposed diploma also supports the priority area of efficiency and

innovation as is stated in one of the strategies for policy objective eight, “Increase productivity and maximize success for both traditional and nontraditional students through course redesign and alternative methods of program delivery.” The instructor of the program currently serves 30 students through the use of creative scheduling with students attending on either a Monday/Tuesday or a Wednesday/Thursday schedule and all students attending on Fridays. This allows for maximum individual instruction time per student. Exams may also be put on Blackboard. Students are required to wear a uniform just as they would in industry and provide their own tools. Community service work is a portion of class training. The instructor has recently

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been trained in the following “Snap-on” Certification training and will be able to certify students in the following areas: Precision Measurement Tools, Diagnostics and Meters, and Torque. These are industry recognized certifications that will make the students more employable. The lab has been equipped with new two new hydraulic lifts and rolling jacks to assist with training.

B. Program Quality and Student Success

Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma students will be continuously evaluated by both written assessment and observation utilizing check sheets. Students will also be assessed utilizing the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams. The program will be assessed annually through a program review. Student satisfaction surveys and individual course assessments are completed each term, as well as employer satisfaction surveys annually. Every effort is made to ensure that the diploma will meet not only student but business and

industry needs.

There will be continued collaboration between all occupational/technical programs housed on the HCTC Technical Campus. Diploma program faculty will also continue to collaborate with general education faculty to ensure that practical application of material is covered in the student’s required general education courses, which will enhance student learning.

The thirteen bay lab, new tools and equipment, full-time faculty and full-time

instructional specialist, as well as the recent professional development training to stay current in the field makes the Hazard Community and Technical College Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma an excellent choice for students who want to obtain employment in the medium and heavy truck industry. The HCTC Diesel Technology Program was established as its own program in 1974 and has served the southeast Kentucky area since that time. With new donations, equipment, and training the entire Diesel Technology Program is being revamped. The Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will play a critical role in the modernization and diversification of the program.

C. Program Demand/Unnecessary Duplication

The Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will be duplicative. The closest Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma is offered at Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College which is at least two hours traveling time for most of the students HCTC serves. With enrollment for the past three years in the Diesel Technology Program at 30 students per term, there will be sufficient demand for the diploma.

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D. Cost and Funding of the Proposed Program

Facilities, supplies, a supply budget, equipment, tools, a time faculty and a full-time instructional specialist already exist for the current program. Additional funding is available through Kentucky Coal Academy and Carl D. Perkins grant funding. The current full-time faculty has secured sizable donations for the program in the form of equipment. A program advisory committee already exists for the Diesel Technology Program and will also serve as the advisory committee for the new Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma. There are no additional resources needed for the program.

E. Program Review and Assessment

All programs at HCTC undergo an in-depth annual program review. The results are used to recommend improvements related to direction and vision, teaching

effectiveness, curriculum refinements, budget needs, facility usage, safe laboratory practice, and faculty and staffing requirements. The program will also conduct student surveys and evaluations, alumni surveys, and consultations with the regional advisory board. Assessments to evaluate instruction will be done through classroom climate surveys and faculty reviews.

F. Conclusion

The proposed Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma is consistent with the missions of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) and Hazard Community and Technical College and supports the statewide postsecondary education strategic agenda and the statewide strategic implementation plan. There is an existing approved curriculum for the program. Local and state needs support the establishment of the diploma. HCTC currently offers all courses required for the diploma, as well as all the embedded certificates within the diploma. A program evaluation plan is in place and HCTC requires no additional resources to implement the diploma.

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Hazard Community and Technical College Institution Submitting Proposal

Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Degree Designation as on Diploma

Diesel Technology, Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Title of Proposed Degree Program

With tracks in:

________ _______No Tracks___________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________

Diplomas/Certificates

_____Medium and Heavy Truck Technician________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________

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Evaluation Criteria

_____ A. Centrality to the Institution’s Mission and Consistency with State’s Goals

_____ 1. List the objectives of the proposed program. These objectives should deal with the specific institutional and societal needs that this program will address.

The Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will prepare: 1. Competent entry-level diesel technicians in the area of medium and heavy trucks. 2. Graduates with a quality education that will ensure passing of the end of program assessment and certification through the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

3. Graduates who utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills to evaluate and provide effective diesel diagnostics.

4. Graduates that will become a part of the community which they serve.

5. Graduates that will ensure the safety of themselves, their coworkers, customers, and the community they serve.

_____ 2. Explain how the proposed program relates to the institutional mission and strategic plan.

The mission of Hazard Community and Technical College (HCTC): “HCTC is a comprehensive, public community and technical college that empowers diverse learners, building self-confidence and leadership capacity for lifelong personal success and community enhancement.”

The objectives for the proposed program align with the mission statement in the areas of lifelong personal success and community enhancement by preparing graduates that are competent entry-level diesel medium and heavy truck technicians.

The Goals for the Strategic Plan for Hazard Community and Technical College (2010-2016)

Goal 1: HCTC will advance excellence and innovation in teaching, learning and service.

Goal 2: HCTC will increase student access, transfer, and success. Goal 3: HCTC will cultivate diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion. Goal 4: HCTC will enhance the economic and workforce development of the

Commonwealth.

Goal 5: HCTC will enhance college and community leadership. Goal 6: HCTC will promote the recognition and value of HCTC.

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Goal 7: This goal is divided into two separate biennial college initiatives. 7A Modify curriculum to address quicker access of degrees, developmental

education, e-learning initiatives, partnerships with secondary education, and new technologies

(201010-2012)

7B Enhance Knott County Branch and Leslie County Center offering available to students. (2012-2014).

The Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma objectives support the HCTC goal of increasing student access, transfer and success by preparing competent entry-level medium and heavy truck technicians with critical thinking skills. The diploma objectives also support the HCTC goal of cultivating diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion by encouraging graduates to become involved in their communities of service. In addition, the diploma objectives support the workforce development of the Commonwealth by adding trained, ready-to-work employees to the economy.

_____ 3. Explain how the proposed program addresses the state’s postsecondary education strategic agenda. (Address all that apply.)

Kentucky’s Postsecondary Education Strategic Agenda includes:

• Student Success

Kentucky will be stronger by ensuring more of its people complete college with the skills and abilities to be productive, engaged citizens.

• Efficiency and Innovation

Kentucky will be stronger by creating new ways of serving more postsecondary students at a high quality in a challenging resource environment.

The Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma addresses student success by ensuring more diploma prepared diesel medium and heavy truck technicians and offering students an additional diploma at HCTC other than that of Construction Equipment Technician. It allows for curriculum

diversification as the region moves away from a single industry based economy, allowing students an increased number of employment options.

The proposed diploma will address efficiency and innovation by utilizing web enhanced courses through the use of Blackboard and flexibility with practicum placements to assist students so that they can work while completing a degree. Along with end-of-program assessment and certification options for students through the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), industry certifications through Snap-on Tools are available in the program. Students will also have the option to obtain CDL certification through the recent approval of a new Truck Driver Training, Tractor Trailer, CDLA I, Certificate at HCTC. This would allow the student to be able to both operate and repair a variety of diesel trucks.

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_____ 4. Explain how the proposed program furthers the statewide implementation plan. a. http://www.cpe.ky.gov/planning/strongerbydegrees/implementation.htm

The Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma supports the statewide postsecondary education Strategic Agenda 2011-15. The priority area of Research, Economic, and Community Development states, “As Kentucky ramps up efforts to compete effectively in the global economy, degree production must be aligned with the current and projected workforce needs of the state.” The HCTC serving region has experienced massive layoffs in the coal industry. The Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will allow students additional options for employment other than in coal. This will allow HCTC to align with the workforce needs in the area. The newly proposed diploma also supports the priority area of efficiency and innovation as is stated in one of the strategies for policy objective 8,” Increase productivity and maximize success for both traditional and nontraditional students through course redesign and alternative methods of program delivery.” The instructors of the program currently serve 30 students through the use of creative scheduling with students attending on either a Monday, Tuesday or a Wednesday, Thursday schedule and all students attending on Fridays. This allows for maximum individual instruction time per student. Exams may also be put on Blackboard. Students are required to wear a uniform just as they would in industry and provide their own tools. Community service work is also a portion of class training. Instructors have recently been trained in the following Snap-on Certification training and will be able to certify students in the following areas: Precision Measurement Tools, Diagnostics, Meters and Torque. These are industry recognized certifications that will make the students more employable. The lab has recently been equipped with new two new hydraulic lifts and rolling jacks to assist with training.

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N ew Pr ogr am Request For m | 11 _____ B. Program Quality and Student Success

The curriculum should be structured to meet the stated objectives and student learning outcomes of the program.

_____ 1. List all student learning outcomes. General Education Competencies:

Students should prepare for 21st century challenges by gaining: A. Knowledge of human cultures and the physical and natural worlds

• Through study in the sciences and mathematics, social sciences, humanities, histories, languages, and the arts.

B. Intellectual and practical skills, including

• Inquiry and analysis

• Critical and creative thinking

• Written and oral communication

• Quantitative literacy

• Information literacy

• Teamwork and problem solving

C. Personal and social responsibility, including

• Civic knowledge and engagement (local and global)

• Intercultural knowledge and competence

• Ethical reasoning and action

• Foundations and skills for lifelong learning D. Integrative and applied learning, including

• Synthesis and advanced accomplishment across general and specialized skills.

Diploma: Medium and Heavy Truck Technician

Upon completion of the Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma, the graduate can:

• Inspect fuel, oil, and coolant levels and condition.

• Interpret engine noises.

• Diagnose engine vibration problems.

• Apply all safety concepts.

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• Inspect and adjust integral-type power steering gear, worm gear preload and sector shaft; inspect and adjust poppet valves.

• Diagnose poor stopping, air leaks, premature wear, pulling, grabbing, or dragging problems caused by supply and service system malfunctions.

• Read, interpret and diagnose electrical/electronic circuits using wiring diagrams.

• Check automatic transmission fluid levels.

• Use shop equipment and tools.

• Use wiring diagrams during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems.

• Inspect and test fusible links, circuit breakers, and fuses.

_____ 2. Explain how the curriculum achieves the program-level student learning outcomes by describing the relationship between the overall curriculum or the major curricular components and the program objectives.

Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma Learning Outcome/Objective

Course Course/ Curriculum Student

Learning Outcome/Objective Inspect Fuel, Oil, and Coolant

Levels and Condition

ADX 170 and 171, Climate Control and Climate Control Lab

DIT 110/111, Introduction to Diesel Engines and Lab

These two courses involve students completing check-offs where they inspect fuel, oil and or coolant levels and conditions.

Interpret Engine Noises DIT 110/111, Introduction to Diesel Engines and Lab, DIT 112/113, Diesel Engine Repair and Lab

These two courses involve students listening to engine noises and diagnosing possible issues. Diagnose Engine Vibration

Problems

DIT 112/113 Diesel Engine Repair and lab

This courses teaches students to diagnose engine vibration problems.

Apply all safety concepts All ADX and DIT courses in the Diploma Curriculum.

All courses in the Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma focus on safety as the number one priority. Listen to and verify

operator’s complaint; review past maintenance documents

DIT 103, Preventative Maintenance Lab, DIT

Both of these courses stress the importance of listening to the operator and reviewing

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112/113 Diesel Engine Repair and Lab

past paperwork and documentation. Inspect and adjust

integral-type power steering gear, worm gear preload and sector shaft; inspect and adjust poppet valves

DIT 1601 and 161 Steering and Suspension and Lab DIT 150/151 Power Trains and Lab

This course and

accompanying lab teach the student how to inspect and adjust power steering gears and associated parts. Diagnose poor stopping, air

leaks, premature wear,

pulling, grabbing, or dragging problems caused by supply and service system

malfunctions

DIT 112/113 Diesel Engine Repair and Lab

DIT 190/191 Brakes and Brakes Lab

This course and

accompanying lab teach these advanced diagnostics to students.

Read, interpret and diagnose electrical/electronic circuits using wiring diagrams

DIT 190/191 Electrical Systems for Diesel Equipment and Lab ADX 120/121 Basic Automotive Electricity and Lab

Both of these courses teach students how to read, interpret and diagnose electrical circuits using basic wiring diagrams.

Check automatic transmission fluid levels

DIT 103, Preventative Maintenance Lab

This course teaches students the importance of checking fluid levels for any vehicle at regular intervals.

Use shop equipment and tools All ADX and DIT courses in the Diploma Curriculum.

All courses in the Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma focus on assisting the students in leaning to utilize shop tools and equipment.

Use wiring diagrams during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems.

Inspect and test fusible links, circuit breakers, and fuses.

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The above table explains how each course in the curriculum builds to the final completion of the diploma. Students may also stop out at various intervals with certificates that are built into the diploma. HCTC is already approved to offer and has been offering all courses required for the Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma, as well as multiple certificates embedded within the diploma. These certificates include the following: Diesel Steering and Suspension Mechanic, Diesel Engine Mechanic – 12 Credits, Diesel Mechanics Assistant – 27 Credits, Fluid Power Mechanic-12 Credits, Heavy Duty Brake Mechanic – 12 Credits, Heavy Duty Drive Train Mechanic – 12 Credits, Electrical/Electronic Systems Mechanic-12 Credits, Medium and Heavy Truck Mechanic Helper-30 Credits, Mobile Air Conditioning Mechanic – 12 Credits, and Preventive Maintenance Mechanic – 12 Credits.

_____ 3. Highlight any distinctive qualities of this proposed program.

The Diesel Technology full-time faculty member, along with the Diesel Technology full-time instructional specialist, have recently become certified and will be able to certify students in various Snap-on certifications, including diagnostics, meters, torque and precision measurement tools. These certifications are nationally and industry recognized, as well as portable, and can be used within existing course curriculum. Upon program completion, students are assessed through the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), which is also a national industry recognized certification.

HCTC has a dedicated lab in place with thirteen large bays for the program, as well as numerous tools and equipment, including a large and a small hydraulic lift, rolling jacks for medium to heavy trucks, hydraulic trainers, brake trainers, and a J Pro Truck Diagnostic System.

_____ 4. Will this program replace any existing program(s) or tracks within an existing program?

The Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will not replace any existing program or track at HCTC. However, it will complement the Diesel Technology Program and Heavy Equipment Program that HCTC currently offers. It will allow an additional option for the diesel technology students and will assist in diversification of the diesel and heavy equipment programs, which have been heavily concentrated on the mining industry in the past. The diversification is

important to the continued existence of the programs and the need to keep students relevant and employed in the region. It will also enhance the recent Commercial Truck Driving Certificate (CDL) that HCTC was approved for by allowing an optional certificate that students could enroll in to make them more employable not only as truck operators, but also truck mechanics.

_____ 5. Include the projected faculty/student in major ratio.

There are currently 30 students enrolled in the program. Enrollment in fall 2013 and fall 2014 was also at 30 students. In order to teach the diploma in a two-year, four

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semester sequence, the instructor will divide the students into two groups of 15 and they will attend class on a three day per week course (M,T,F or W,R,F) schedule. Students will attend class the entire day on those days. Classes are also taught in 8-week sessions and have been scheduled to meet all contact hour requirements for each course. The division into the two groups allows a faculty to student ratio of 15:1 and maximizes individual instruction time.

_____ 6. Is there a specialized accrediting agency related to this program? If yes, identify the agency. Do you plan to seek accreditation? If yes, explain your plans for

accreditation. If no, explain your rationale for not seeking accreditation. The Diesel Technology certificate and diploma options have the option to be

accredited at HCTC by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and the Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) Foundation. Students are assessed at the end of their program by taking the ASE assessment. This is an industry recognized certification that students may receive if they pass their assessment. The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) is the accrediting agency which accredits HCTC and all of its programs.

_____ 7. Attach SACS Faculty Roster Form. Attached as Appendix A

_____ 8. Describe the library resources available to support this program.

The HCTC Library has resources to support the Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma. In addition, the HCTC Library always collaborates with new certificates and diplomas to assess needed Library resources and areas that need additional support.

The HCTC library houses various books, journals, audio visuals, electronic journals, publications and magazines. Access to internet resources may be obtained in the library or via the virtual library. Internet access is available to programs, data bases at public libraries via local memorandum of agreements. Additional resources will be obtained as requested from the existing library budget and/or Perkins Grant funds.

The HCTC Libraries offer students, faculty and staff access to library and

information services and materials. HCTC has two libraries; the Stephens Library located on the Hazard Campus and the Lees College Campus Library located in the E. O. Robinson Library Science Building in Jackson, Kentucky. Library services are provided at other HCTC locations through online access to resources via the library’s webpage and to print resources through onsite delivery via extended services. HCTC employs three professional librarians and four library specialists. Both libraries offer most basic library services and own or provide

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access to most standard library reference resources. Computers are available for student use at all locations.

HCTC students have access to the online catalog. The catalog can be used to access the library collections of all Kentucky community and Technical College System (KCTCS) Libraries. Interlibrary loan services for resources from KCTCS colleges and from colleges and universities, who are consortia members of the Kentucky Virtual Library, are available via statewide courier services. Additional world-wide catalog access and interlibrary loan services are available to students through OCLC WorldCat services. There are formal agreements with college and public libraries to provide additional library resources and/or services.

Access is provided to numerous databases including many that indexes and/or provide full text articles from magazines and professional journals. Students have access via proxy to the library’s databases and to the collection of more than 56,000 electronic books from off campus. Current holdings include books and electronic magazine and journal resources in support of the Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma. In the past, resources like Tractor&Trailer.com PRODemand, ALDATA have been ordered to support diesel students. Databases include: Academic Search Premier (EBSCO) Academic One (Cengage/Gale), Oxford Reference Online and ProQuest. Other database resources are available which offer content in specific technical areas, The Hazard Campus Library has approximately 44,000 print books, 2329 audiovisuals, 100 hardcopy magazine/journal subscriptions and 40+ online databases. The Lees College Campus Library is similar in size. Over 56,000 electronic books are also available for student and faculty use.

HCTC Libraries provides an online orientation to the library and tutorials on access and use of database resources. A program specific library guide has been created to assist faculty and students in accessing additional resources related to construction due to the number of construction-related programs already in existence at HCTC’s Technical Campus. The HCTC Librarians are available to provide instruction and/or reference assistance to students, faculty and staff at all locations. Contact information is posted on the library’s webpage and librarians may be reached by phone, email or via chat. The extended services librarian travels to different campus locations and provides instruction, reference and online assistance.

_____ 9. Describe the physical facilities and instructional equipment available to support this program.

HCTC has a heavy equipment building with a lab dedicated to diesel technology, equipped with hand tools, including a large and a small hydraulic lift, as well as rolling jacks for medium to heavy trucks, hydraulic trainers, brake trainers, and a J Pro Truck Diagnostic System. A large classroom dedicated to the diesel technology

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program is located above the lab with thirteen bays. The faculty has a dedicated office space outside of the lab and classroom.

_____ 10. Clearly state the admission and retention, and completion standards designed to encourage high quality.

Admission: While the Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Diploma is not

a selective admissions diploma program, there are certain standards a student must meet in order to be admitted. A present, a COMPASS score of mathematics in the pre-algebra domain of 34, writing 49 and reading 74 are required for admission into the diploma program.

Retention: Students are evaluated by exam, skills practice, mastery of skills and

check offs each semester to ensure that students have a thorough grasp of the course material. If a student does not seem to be progressing as they should, individual instruction and additional assignments and remediation is given by the full-time instructional specialist employed in the Diesel Technology Program.

Completion Standards: Students must successfully complete all diesel technology

courses with a grade of “C” or better. Students are expected to successfully pass each of their ASE exams upon completion of their program.

_____ 11. Clearly state the degree completion requirements for the program.

Students must complete all required general education courses and medium and heavy truck diploma core technical courses. All diesel technology curriculum courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Throughout the semester, students will be required to complete work together to complete complex diagnostic scenarios. Students will also be expected to complete competencies as per piece of equipment based on a competency checklist the instructor maintains.

_____ 12. Provide the following information for the program and for each track (some categories may not apply to all programs):

Total number of hours required for diploma: __________52-55____________ Number of hours in general education: _______ 6______________ Number of hours in diploma program core: __________46-49____________

Number of hours in track: _____ ______n/a_ __________

Number of hours in guided electives: ____________0______ _ Number of hours in free electives: ____________0_____ __ _ _____ 13. Describe how the proposed program will articulate with related programs in the state.

It should describe the extent to which student transfer has been explored and coordinated with other institutions.

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The HCTC Diesel Technology Program Coordinator meets regularly with the KCTCS Statewide Diesel Technology Curriculum Committee to discuss any program

additions, deletions, or needed changes to the curriculum. In accordance with the KCTCS Rules of the Senate, the program does have an agreement with the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) as stated below.

According to the KCTCS Rules of the Senate: Diesel Technology

Acceptance and Application of Credits

A student who has passed and received certification through the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) may earn up to a maximum of 42 credit hours equivalent to the course(s) within the program of study as specified by the Diesel Technology curriculum. A student must earn at least a 2.0 GPA in 12 hours of KCTCS credit to receive the articulated credit. Credit will be granted ONLY upon receipt of an official proof of certification credential stating the date issued. A copy of the credential must be filed as part of the student's permanent record. The credential must be accepted within four years of the issue date on the credential. Students must meet KCTCS residency requirements for credentials.

ASE Exam – Diesel Engine Repair (T2)

Five credit hours for:

ADX-150 Engine Repair (3) and ADX-151 Engine Repair Lab (2) Or

DI T110 I nt r o t o Di esel Engi nes (3) and

DIT111 Intro to Diesel Engines Lab (2) Five credit hours for:

DIT112 Diesel Engines (3) and DIT113 Diesel Engines Lab (2)

ASE Exam – Power Trains (T3)

DIT 150 Power Trains (3) and DIT 151 Power Trains Lab (2)

ASE - Exam Brakes (T4)

Five credit hours for: DIT180 Brakes (3) and DIT181 Brakes Lab (2)

ASE Exam - Steering and Suspension (T5)

DIT 160 Steering and Suspension (3) and DIT 161 Steering and Suspension Lab (2)

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ADX-120 Basic Automotive Electricity (3) and ADX-121 Basic Automotive Electricity Lab (2) Or

BEX 100 Basic Electricity for Non-Majors (3) and BEX101 Basic Electricity for Non-Majors Lab (2) Five Credit Hours for:

ADX-260 Electrical Systems (3) and ADX-261 Electrical Systems Lab (2) Or

DIT 190 Electrical Systems for Diesel Equipment (3) and DIT 191 Electrical Systems for Diesel Equipment Lab (2)

ASE Exam - Heating and Air Conditioning (T7)

Four credit hours for:

ADX-170 Climate Control (3) and ADX-171 Climate Control Lab (1)

ASE Exam – Preventive Maintenance (T8)

Three credit hours for:

DIT 103 Preventive Maintenance (3)

_____ 14. List courses under the appropriate curricular headings.

General Education Courses

Course Title Course Description Credit

Hours New to Your College Area 1 Written Communication, Oral Communication, or Heritage/Humanities

A course that meets one of these three areas

3 N Area 1 Social/Behavioral Science, Natural Science, or Quantitative Reasoning

A course that meets one of these three areas.

3 N

Core Courses

Prefix & Number Course Title Course Description Credit

Hours

New Computer/Digital

Literacy ( i.e. CIT 105)

Computer/Digital Literacy

CIT 105 Preferred but not required

Provides an introduction to the computer and the

convergence of technology as used in today’s global

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environment. Introduces topics including computer hardware and software, file management, the Internet, e-mail, the social web, green computing, security and computer ethics. Presents basic use of application, programming, systems, and utility software. Basic keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

Components: Lecture: 3

credits (45 contact hours).

Pre-requisite: RDG 020 or

Consent of Instructor.

ADX 170 Climate Control Introduces the theory and

operation of heating and air conditioning systems, air conditioning terminology, and servicing and

troubleshooting mechanical and electrical circuits of heating and air conditioning systems.

Pre-requisite: None

3 N

ADX 171 Climate Control Lab _{Provides opportunities to} trouble shoot, repair and perform maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems. Provides

experiences in safety

precautions, special tool uses, component operation and how to service and trouble shoot the complete system. The student may be provided a work experience alternating

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between periods of work off campus and work in a classroom laboratory setting.

Components: Laboratory: 1

credit (45 contact hours)

Pre-requisite or

Co-requisite: ADX 170

ADX 120 Basic Automotive

Electricity

Introduces the student to the principles, theories, and concepts of the automotive electrical system that include the unique diagramming, coding and locating of wiring, and component devices.

3 N

ADX 121 Basic Automotive

Electricity Lab

Provides hands-on work designed to allow the student to use the concepts,

principles, and theories covered in Basic Automotive Electricity, ADX 120, in Practical application. Provides the student a work Experience alternating between periods of work off campus and work in a classroom laboratory setting.

Pre-requisite or

Co-requisite:ADX 120

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N ew Pr ogr am Request For m | 22 DIT 103 Preventative Maintenance Lab Provides instruction on preventive maintenance practices, scheduled

procedures, documents, and D.O.T. required record system and on determining the needs for repair.

credits (90 contact hours)

2 N

DIT 110 Introduction to Diesel

Engines

Covers fundamental concepts of the operation of two- and four-stroke diesel and gasoline engines. Includes basic engine components and their functions, engine performance terminology, two- and four-stroke operation, combustion principles, and engine disassembly with basic hand tools.

Components: 3 credits (45

contact hours)

Co-requisites:DIT 111

3 N

DIT 111 Introduction to Diesel

Engines Lab

Provides practical experience of concepts from DIT 110.

2 N

DIT 140 Hydraulics Covers theory and operation

of a complete hydraulic system.

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DIT 141 Hydraulics Lab Practical application of

concepts taught in DIT 140.

2 N

DIT 150 Power Trains Covers theory and principles

of power train systems, diagnosis and repair of components.

3 N

DIT 151 Power Trains Lab Provides for practical

application of concepts taught in DIT 150.

2 N

DIT 160 Steering and

Suspension

Covers theory and operation of steering and suspension systems.

Co-requisite: DIT 161

3 N

DIT 161 Steering and

Suspension Lab

Provides for practical

application of concepts taught in DIT 160.

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Co-requisite: DIT 160

DIT 180 Brakes Covers theory and operation

of air and hydraulic braking.

credit (45 contact hours)

3 N

DIT 181 Brakes Lab Provides practical experience

of concepts from DIT 180.

2 N

DIT 190 Electrical Systems

for Diesel

Explores theory and operation of wiring circuits and battery service.

3 N

DIT 191 Electrical Systems

for Diesel Lab

Provides practical experience of concepts from DIT 190.

2 N

Elective Courses

Hours

New Y/N

Courses in Track

Hours

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Y/N

_____ 15.Describe planned alternative methods of program delivery involving greater use of technology, distance education, and/or accelerated degree designs, to increase efficiency, better address student educational and workforce needs, and maximize student success, for both traditional and non-traditional students.

There are no alternative methods of program delivery other than assessments to be posted utilizing Blackboard, therefore making the program web enhanced. Computer aided

diagnostics and assessments. The diploma is designed for three days per week, thus allowing for a student to work or perform internship/practicum as needed.

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_____ C. Program Demand/Unnecessary Duplication

Proposed programs must respond to the needs of the academy and to larger economic and social environments. Thus, the institution must demonstrate demand for the proposed

program. All proposed programs must address student demand. Programs must also address either employer demand or academic disciplinary needs.

_____ 1. Student Demand: Clearly describe all evidence of student demand, typically in the form of surveys of potential students and/or enrollments in related programs at the institution.

a. Provide evidence of student demand within your area of geographic responsibility as well as the state and national levels.

With enrollment at 30 students for the last three academic years, demand for Diesel Technology continues to be strong. At present, there are over 9,000 laid-off miners in the local workforce investment board’s service area and HCTC serves the majority of the students. With the number of unemployed miners and veterans coming back to college, the demand is projected to remain strong. There is also current funding for miners and veterans to enroll in credential-seeking programs, including diplomas and certificates. The HCTC Diesel Technology program appeals to a wide variety of students and has males, females and minorities currently enrolled.

Automotive Technology, Heavy Equipment, and current Diesel Technology students were surveyed in fall 2015. Of the students surveyed, 100% indicated that they would be interested in obtaining the Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma. Copies of the individual surveys are on file at HCTC.

b. Identify the applicant pool and how they will be reached.

The applicant pool includes high school students entering college as well as non-traditional students coming back to school, including those who have been unemployed from the massive mine layoffs in the local area. The Diesel

Technology Diploma will be marketed to local high school and area technology centers, as well as other community events through the HCTC recruiters. The full-time faculty member and instructional specialist will work with the HCTC Document Production Center to produce program information sheets that will include wage and salary information and information about the diploma and required courses.

HCTC also has a strong partnership with its local workforce investment board, Eastern Kentucky Concentrated Employment Program (EKCEP). Constant contact with their career counselors will also allow for recruitment into the Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma.

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c. Describe the student recruitment and selection process.

The diploma is not a selective admissions program. It is an open access program and admission will be based on a first come, first serve basis until the program is full. Students will be required to meet COMPASS exam scores of score of mathematics in the pre-algebra domain of 34, writing 49 and reading 74 are required for admission into the diploma program.

d. Identify the primary feeders for the program.

The primary feeders of the program include local area high schools and local area technology centers who have diesel or similar transportation trade tracks. Another primary feeder is the miners who will have tuition covered through the local workforce investment board. Veterans are another group that continues to express interest in diesel technology as they often bring with them mechanical-related military experience.

e. Provide any evidence of a projected net increase in total student enrollments to the campus as a result of the proposed program.

The campus will not experience a net increase in students on campus due to the fact that most of the students attracted would be those already interested in diesel technology. The Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma gives them an option that will assist them in becoming more employable. HCTC currently offers certificates embedded within the diploma and there are no additional classes being added. There are five courses that differ in the current Construction Equipment Diploma currently offered and the Medium and Heavy Truck

Technician Diploma. The difference is the Undercarriage Lab at 3 credits, IMT 100 Welding for Maintenance at 3 credits and IMT 101 Welding for Maintenance Lab at 2 Credits, and DIT 152 Powertrain for Construction Equipment at 3 Credits and DIT 153 Powertrain for Construction Equipment Lab at 2 credits. The

additional five courses are part of the Construction Equipment Diploma. HCTC currently offers all courses in the Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma.

f. Project estimated student demand for the first five years of the program. Academic

Year Student Enrollment Projected Degrees/Diplomas Conferred

2016-2017 30 0

2017-2018 30 30

2018-2019 30 30

2019-2020 30 30

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A new group of students will enroll each fall, along with additional new students in the spring, thus allowing the program to continually graduate 30 students.

_____ 2. Employer Demand: Clearly describe evidence of employer demand. Such evidence may include employer surveys, current labor market analyses, and future human resources projections. Where appropriate, evidence should demonstrate employers’ preferences for graduates of the proposed program over persons having alternative existing credentials and employers’ willingness to pay higher salaries to graduates of the proposed program.

a. Describe the types of jobs available for graduates, average wages for these jobs, and the number of anticipated openings for each type of jobs in the institution’s area of geographic responsibility.

a. Describe the types of jobs available for graduates, average wages for these jobs, and the number of anticipated openings for each type of jobs in Kentucky. b. Describe the types of jobs available for graduates, average wages for these jobs,

and the number of anticipated openings for each type of jobs at the national level. a. Graduates from the Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will

be able to obtain employment in the oil and gas industry, coal industry, as well as local, regional, and national repair service shops, such as Whayne Supply, KC Transport, Wal Mart, Martin’s Peterbilt, Avert Express, Worldwide Equipment, and Cummins Diesel. Opportunities also exist within education since the HCTC Diesel Technology Program includes school bus maintenance and repair in its curriculum. This opens up avenues for students to find employment in city and county bus garages. County and city maintenance garages are also options for students. There are some active coal mines remaining in the area where students may obtain employment as well. Support for the diploma exists with the HCTC local Diesel Technology Advisory Board (Appendix B). They have been in favor of the diploma and the employment options it can bring students.

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b. As per KCTCS Decision Support System (DSS), the demand for Diesel Technology

graduates is shown below. In 2013-2014, there were 463 completers and 416 completers of diesel-related programs in the state.

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c. NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK (http://www.bls.gov/ooh/) (http://www.acinet.org/)

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_____ 3. Academic Disciplinary Needs: Clearly describe all evidence justifying a new program based on changes in the academic discipline or other academic reasons. a. If the proposed program is an advanced credential (diploma to AAS), explain the

new practice or licensure requirements in the profession and/or requirements by specialized accrediting agencies that necessitate a new program.

Although the state does not require any type of specialized licensure to practice in the field, students enrolled in the HCTC Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Mechanic Diploma will have the option to become certified in various Snap-on certifications, as well as by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). Hazard Community and Technical College currently offers the Diesel Technology Construction Equipment Technician Diploma, as well as multiple certificates in the field, including a Medium and Heavy Truck Mechanic Helper Certificate, presently offered by HCTC. The addition of the diploma in that medium and heavy truck area is a natural progression and gives the program and students another option to place increased focus on the medium and heavy truck repair area. As the regional economy moves away from the coal industry, there is an increased need in the truck repair area vs. heavy and construction equipment. The new diploma will make students more employable in the local area.

_____ 4. Similar programs: A similar program is defined as a program with the same or closely related CIP code at the same degree level. A proposed program will not be considered unnecessarily duplicative if it serves a different student population than existing programs and/or if its curriculum is distinctive from that of existing programs at other public institutions in Kentucky.

a. Identify similar programs in other SREB states and in the nation.

Similar programs do exist in the state through the Kentucky Community and Technical College System. Big Sandy Community and Technical College offers similar certificates in diesel technology but not the Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma, Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College offers the diploma but the drive for students from anywhere in the HCTC service area to get to Middlesboro where the diploma is located would be at least two hours. In Tennessee, National Auto Diesel College offers similar programming but it is a private college and most of our students cannot afford the tuition without loans and do not wish to relocate.

b. IF CPE records indicate similar programs exist in Kentucky, does the proposed program differ from existing programs in the state? If yes, please explain.

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The closest Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma is offered at Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College. This is at least two hours traveling time for most of the students HCTC serves.

c. Does the proposed program serve a different student population (i.e., students in a different geographic area) from existing programs? If yes, please explain. The HCTC Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will serve students in the HCTC service area in the Kentucky River Area Development District region, including the counties of Breathitt, Lee, Wolfe, Owsley, Leslie, Perry and Knott. The diploma will not be online and will allow students flexible schedule options in order for them to work or perform practicums while completing their diploma. d. Is access to existing programs limited? If yes, please explain.

Access to other existing similar programs is limited. For students in our service area, the next closest programs are at least two hours away in Middlesboro, Kentucky. Most of the students HCTC serves cannot afford to attend private or out-of-state colleges.

e. Is there excess demand for existing similar programs? If yes, please explain. There is not a waiting list, but there is strong enrollment (averaging 30 or more students per term). There is funding for coal miners to be retrained through the local workforce investment board’s Hiring Our Miners Everyday (HOME) program and many men are coming back to college and are naturally drawn toward the technical/mechanical fields. With over 9,000 miners unemployed in the region, HCTC expects demand for training to be strong for the next several years. Many of these miners are willing to relocate and are desiring training that is in a hands-on area that will lead them quickly to job placement.

f. Is there collaboration between the proposed program and existing programs? Yes, there will be continued collaboration between all occupational/technical programs housed on the HCTC Technical Campus. Diploma program faculty will also continue to collaborate with general education faculty to ensure that practical application of material is covered in the students’ required general education courses, which will enhance student learning.

The Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will be supported by the other diploma and certificate areas in the Diesel Technology Program. It will also be supported by HCTC’s Automotive Technology Program and Heavy Equipment Program. Both of these programs offer various degrees and certificates related to diesel technology. The college should not need to donate additional dollars out of its budget as a program coordinator and instructors are already in place. HCTC was also recently approved to offer a commercial truck driving (CDL) certificate which will lend itself well to the program. Students will be able to obtain training

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to not only learn how to drive large trucks, but also how to repair them. Food City has made a generous donation of two Thermo King Refrigeration units and a 2010 Volvo Diesel Truck to assist in the start-up of the new diploma program. Other companies are expected to follow suit.

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N ew Pr ogr am Request For m | 34 _____ D. Cost and Funding of the Proposed Program

The resource requirements and planned sources of funding of the proposed program must be detailed in order to assess the adequacy of the resources to support a quality program. This assessment is to ensure that the program will be efficient in its resource utilization and to assess the impact of this proposed program on the institution’s overall need for funds. _____ 1. Will this program require additional resources? Y or N If yes, provide a brief

summary of additional resources that will be needed to implement this program over the next five years.

Facilities, supplies, a supply budget, equipment, tools, and a full-time faculty and a full-time instructional specialist already exist for the program. Additional funding is available through Kentucky Coal Academy and Perkins grant funding. The full-time faculty has already secured sizable donations for the program in the form of equipment. A program advisory committee already exists for the Diesel Technology Program and will also serve as the committee for the new Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma. There are no additional resources needed for the program.

_____ 2. Will this program impact existing programs and/or organizational units within your institution? If yes, please describe the impact.

The Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will continue to serve those students

interested in Diesel Technology. The new diploma option could attract additional students from the Automotive Technology program. However, the primary enrollment will come from existing and newly enrolling diesel students. Additional students from the region could become

interested in the option, as well as possible out-of-state students. HCTC currently offers all of the courses required for the diploma and the certificates that are embedded within it so the diploma is a natural progression and a viable option for students that will make them more employable in the region, state and nation. The new diploma will not replace any existing program options nor cause any changes in curriculum.

_____ 3. Provide adequate documentation to demonstrate sufficient return on investment to the state to offset new costs and justify approval for the proposed program.

See Appendix C

Cost/Funding Explanation

Complete the following table for the first five years of the proposed program and provide an explanation of how the institution will sustain funding needs. *The total funding and expenses in the table should be the same, or explain sources(s) of additional funding for the proposed

program.

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N ew Pr ogr am Request For m | 35 _____ E. Program Review and Assessment

Describe program evaluation procedures for the proposed program. These procedures may include evaluation of courses and faculty by students, administrators, and departmental personnel as appropriate. Program review procedures shall include standards and guidelines for the assessment of student outcomes implied by the program objectives and consistent with the institutional mission.

Learning outcomes will be assessed by written assessment and hands-on assessments by the instructor. The instructor will utilize a check sheet when assessing the student hands-on activities and written assessments will be documented in the form of tests, research papers, etc. The instructor will also prepare a course assessment each term on various courses offered in the program. Upon the end of the term, the instructor will review his goals for the course and if the students did not meet the goals, the course may be adjusted accordingly to ensure course

effectiveness. An end of program assessment will be given to students during their last semester of the Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma Program. Improvements will also be made to the diploma based upon student performance on the exams.

The diploma will be included in the overall evaluation of the Diesel Technology Program which will be performed annually in a written program review report prepared by the Program

Coordinator/Lead Instructor. The program review will examine enrollment, retention, completion and job placement/student success in the diploma program.

_____ 1. For each assessment method, please provide indicators of achievement and frequency of data collection:

a. Which components will be evaluated?

• ASE first attempt pass rates

• Attrition/Retention Rates

• Job Placement

• Graduation/Completion Rates

• Student Competency in the Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma Objectives

• Course Pass Rates

• Student Program Satisfaction Rates

• Employer Program Satisfaction Rates b. When will the components be evaluated?

ASE first attempt pass rates are taken annually and will be reviewed and evaluated annually. Attrition/retention rates, job placement,

graduation/completion rates are reviewed and evaluated annually as well by the Diesel Technology Program Coordinator, Occupational Technologies Dean, and other appropriate academic leadership at the college. Student and employer

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evaluations and surveys to determine satisfaction rates are performed and evaluated annually. Student course pass rates and student competencies are evaluated by student check off sheets and exams that are taken and evaluated by the Diesel Technology Full-Time Faculty Member throughout the semester, including final exams at the end of the term. Course assessments are performed and evaluated each semester at HCTC to determine if any changes need to be made and if students are progressing and meeting course objectives.

c. When will the data be collected?

Data is collected and reported throughout the academic year. d. How will the data be collected?

The Diesel Technology Full-Time Faculty Member/Program Coordinator and the Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Planning and Research (IEPR) Department will collect and provide data for purposes of program review and input into the Technical Education Data System (TEDS).

e. What will be the benchmarks to be achieved?

Multiple benchmarks will be utilized for the Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma, such as, enrollment, graduation rates, employer

satisfaction rates, student satisfaction rates, etc. The overall diploma program measure of success will be that 50% of Diesel Technology Diploma students who take the ASE exam will pass all four components. Each individual course will have its own benchmarks that will be measured as well. For example, in ADX 170 Climate Control the following benchmarks will be set and projected to be achieved:

1. The instructor will give a test having each student identifying all major A/C parts. 75% will score 80% or higher. This will be graded by the instructor.

2. The instructor will give an oral test asking each student to explain what each part does and how it works, 80% of class will score 90% or better.

3.The instructor will give each student an repair order for an A/C repair, the student will have to correctly fill out completely,75% of the students will score 90% or higher.

f. What individuals or groups will be responsible for data collection?

Data is analyzed by the Diesel Technology Full-Time Faculty Member/Program Coordinator and the Occupational Technologies Dean to evaluate for areas of improvement. From the collected data, a plan of action is developed and implemented into the program.

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g. How will the data and findings be shared with faculty?

Data will be shared with faculty via the annual Program Review Process. h. How will the data be used for making programmatic improvements?

The feedback and data collected from faculty, advisory committee members, and the administration will be analyzed during Program Review to determine if the program goals, mission statement, and educational objectives are being met. Interventions to address any areas of concern will be developed through collaborative efforts with the appropriate stakeholders, then implemented and reassessed for effectiveness.

The following are evaluated in HCTC Annual Program Review:

a. Which components will be evaluated?

Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician will participate in the HCTC Program Review process. The components evaluated are the following:

• Consistency with institutional mission/strategic agenda/ strategic implementation.

• Program quality and student success.

• Cost and funding.

• Program demand and unnecessary duplication.

• Enrollment

• Retention

• Graduation

• Employment

b. When will the components be evaluated?

The Program Review is done each September reviewing the previous academic year.

c. When will the data be collected?

Data is collected on a continuous basis to use in the Program Review in the fall and spring of the academic year.

d. How will the data be collected?

Most of the data is collected by the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Research (IEPR) in collaboration with the program coordinator. This includes

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course/instructor evaluations, graduate surveys, employer surveys, job placement rates, student credit hour production, and licensure pass rates. e. What will be the benchmarks to be achieved?

The Program Review is analyzed by the Division Chair, Dean of Occupational Technologies and administration of the college. Multiple benchmarks are used, such as, enrollment, graduation rates, employer satisfaction rates, student satisfaction rates, etc. Overall program benchmarks include the following:

1. 50% of Diesel Technology students who take the ASE exam will pass all four components.

2. 70% of students will indicate Strongly Agree or Agree with instructor and course items on the course evaluation survey.

3. 50% of employers surveyed will indicate satisfaction with graduates of the program with a minimum rating of good in each category.

4. 80% of the graduates will indicate Strongly Agree or Agree with all items on the program satisfaction survey for graduates.

5. The Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will maintain a 70% in-semester retention rate each semester.

6. The Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will maintain an enrollment of 30 students each semester.

7. 80% of students in the Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will achieve a grade of A, B, C, or D each semester. 8. At least 70% of Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma students enrolled in the fall semester will re-enroll for the spring semester.

9. The Diesel Technology Medium and Heavy Truck Technician Diploma will award 30 credential annually after the first year.

10. 50% of graduating students will be employed in the field within 6 months of graduation or continue their education.

f. What individuals or groups will be responsible for data collection? The Diesel Technology Full-Time Faculty/Program Coordinator and the Office of IEPR are responsible for the program review data. Data and findings will be shared with the Diesel Technology faculty member on a consistent basis at program technical program faculty meetings. In addition the Full-Time Faculty/Program Coordinator will share findings with the Occupational Technologies Division in meetings which occur each month and as part of program coordinator meetings which occur annually.