This document, which reflects Mississippi's statutory requirement that instructional programs be based on core curricula and performance-based assessment, contains outlines of the instructional units required in local instructional management plans and daily lesson plans for diesel engine mechanics I and II. Presented first are a program description and course outlines. Section I contains curriculum frameworks for both courses, and section II contains outlines of the instructional units required in each course. Diesel Engine Mechanics I contains the following five units: orientation and safety; (2) tools, technical references, measurement, and fasteners; (3) basic engine operation principles; (4) basic electrical service; and (5) basic vehicle service. Diesel Engine Mechanics II contains these six units: (1) orientation and safety; (2) diesel engine rebuilding; (3) engine performance; (4) electrical systems; (5) hydraulics; and (6) power trains. Each unit includes suggested time on tasks, competencies and objectives, teaching strategies, assessment strategies, and resources. Recommended tools and equipment are listed in section III. Appended are lists of related academic topics and workplace skills for the 21st century and student competency profiles for both courses. (KC)