Diesel Powered Equipment Technology - Illinois Central College

2. Who is eligible for financial assistance?Before receiving financial assistance, you must meet general eligibilityrequirements listed here, as well as requirements unique to each program.To comply with general eligibility provisions, you must:• Have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent.• Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an eligible program, studying for adegree or eligible certificate at a college, university or advanced technicalschool.• Be a citizen, national, or permanent resident of the United States, certainresident of the Pacific Islands, or other eligible noncitizen. (Legal aliens maybe ineligible.)• Carry or plan to carry at least 6 eligible semester hours (3 hours duringsummer)—one-half the normal full-time workload in the course of study beingpursued.• Maintain satisfactory academic progress in the course of study being pursued.• Not be in default on any Title IV loan and have not borrowed in excess of theloan limits under Title IV programs, or owe a repayment on a Title IV grantreceived for prior attendance at the institution.• File with the college, university or advanced technical school, a Statement ofEducational Purpose/Registration Compliance stating all funds received willbe used soley for educational or educational-related purposes.• Provide financial aid transcripts for all previous colleges, universities, etc.3. Are any scholarships available specifically for students enrolled in theDiesel Powered Equipment Technology Program?Yes. Scholarship awards are presented annually at the DPET Student Club'sannual Steak and Beans Dinner. To receive scholarships through the EducationalFoundation, complete an application by April 1. Go to www.icc.edu/scholarships.E. GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES1. Technicians are in DemandEmployers include agricultural equipment dealers, construction equipmentdealers, heavy truck dealers, public transit companies, school systems,government entities, utility companies, leasing/rental companies, manufacturers,railroads, marine, and others.Opportunities are expected to be good for those who complete formal postsecondarytraining in diesel equipment technology. Many major manufacturerscurrently report a shortage of diesel powered equipment technology graduates.Also, as equipment becomes increasingly complex, demand will continue to bestrong for well-trained service professionals.15