Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC

NEC

B12A

Advanced Diagnostics Technician

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Description

Responsible for the advanced troubleshooting and diagnosis of electrical systems, electrical controls, fuel systems, emission controls, powertrain systems, and hydraulic & pneumatic systems.

Core Skills

  • electrical diagnostics
  • electronic control testing
  • fuel system diagnostics
  • emissions system diagnostics
  • powertrain troubleshooting
  • hydraulic diagnostics
  • pneumatic diagnostics
  • scan tool operation
  • technical manual interpretation

Common Certifications

  • ASE Medium and Heavy Truck Certification
  • ASE Automotive Master Technician
  • EPA Section 609 Technician Certification
  • NCCER Heavy Equipment Mechanics
  • IMI Level 3 Award in Vehicle Diagnostics
  • OSHA 10 Hour Construction
  • CDL Class A

Civilian Career Paths

  • MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
  • ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
  • FLEET MANAGEMENT

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • ASE Entry Level Certification
  • NCCER Heavy Equipment Mechanics
  • OSHA 10 Hour Construction
  • EPA Section 609 Technician Certification

Career Growth

  • ASE Medium and Heavy Truck Certification
  • ASE Automotive Master Technician
  • IMI Level 3 Award in Vehicle Diagnostics
  • CDL Class A

Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.