Skill Certificate in Agriculture Power Equipment Technician

Division: Agriculture

Students completing this certificate will acquire basic level training for an exciting career as an agriculture power equipment technician. These skills include diagnostics, repair and service of agriculture and industrial equipment. This certificate prepares students for EETC Certification exams in 4 stroke gas engines and compact diesel engines.

Program Outcomes

  • Perform diagnostics and repair outdoor power equipment.
  • Utilize equipment manufacturer information to inspect and repair equipment.
  • Perform prescribed maintenance outlined in manufacturer literature.

Career Opportunities

This certificate prepares students for diverse career options as an agriculture power equipment technician. This technical, hands-on program develops skills in diagnostics, technology, repair, and service of agriculture and industrial equipment. Upon successful completion, students are prepared for the EETC Certification exams in 4 stroke gas engines and compact diesel engines.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATE COURSES15
AGTC 103Farm Power3
AGTC 201Small Engines3
AGTC 210Ag Project Construction3
or AGTC 106 Agriculture Welding
or AGTC 202 Farm Equipment Construction
AGTC 225Compact Diesel Engines3
WEXP 193FAgriculture Wrk Exp-1st Sem3
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TOTAL15

The Skill Certificate requirements include completion of the certificate courses with a “C” or better grade in each course. Required and support courses may be substituted with the approval of the Agriculture Division Chair.