Motorcycle and Outdoor Power Equipment Technology: CC (CTE)

Certificate of Completion | 32 credits minimum

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Program Description
This is a comprehensive one year Certificate of Completion program designed to train students with very little mechanical or electrical knowledge and prepare them for the fast-growing motorcycle, outdoor power equipment and recreational vehicle service and repair industry. The program will also prepare students for the Equipment and Engine Training Council/Outdoor Power Equipment (EETC/OPE) certifications.

Students will study engine operation theory, electrical, drive train, suspension systems, fuel injection, carburetors, turbo charging and service and maintenance procedures. The program challenges and prepares students to become specialists in the service, repair and tuning of small gasoline engines.

All students enrolled in the program are encouraged to participate in SkillsUSA. This program is designed to promote leadership, communication, social, and employability skills.

Transfer/Articulation Information
Please refer to the Student Resources section of the SLCC University Transfer webpage.

Career Opportunities
Career opportunities can be found in many areas including:

Competition and Race Preparation
Construction and Maintenance
Factory Sales and Service
Farming and Agriculture
Forestry and Logging
Landscaping, Lawn and Garden
Off-Road Vehicle Sales and Service
Recreational Vehicle Sales and Service

Transfer/Articulation
Students who complete the Motorcycle and Outdoor Power Equipment Technology Certificate of Completion may continue on to earn and Associate of Applied Science or Associate of Science Transfer Emphasis. Upon completion of the AAS or AS options students may transfer to UVU to complete their BS in the Technology Management Program or in Integrated Studies.

Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: http://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx
Tools* and Supplies: $2,400.00
Books: $250.00

*Several manufactures offer students discounts on tools. Consult with your instructor prior to purchasing tools.

NOTE: Fees may vary based upon specific registration and are subject to change.

Program Entry Requirements
Students may start this program Fall or Spring semester.

General Education Requirements

Certificates of Completion contain instructional components in communication, computation, and human relations.

Program General Education Notes

REQUIRED:

Communication: any approved Communication (CM) course.

Computation: any approved Quantitative Studies (QS) course.

Human Relations: any approved Human Relations (HR) course.

Note: Additional General Education courses are required for students who choose to continue on to the AAS or AS degrees. Additional requirements include English Composition and courses in the Gen Ed Distribution Areas. For course selection, see the School of Technical Specialties Academic Advisor.

Program Requirements

Required Courses (24 Credits)

Time to Completion & Graduation Map

Motorcycle and Outdoor Power Equipment Technology CC: Full-time
If students follow the suggested schedule, time to completion is two semesters.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcome alignment with Student Learning Outcomes in brackets.

Graduates of this program are prepared with skills that result in accelerated advancement in their employment. [1,2,3,4,7,8,9]
Students from this program who participate in skill competitions against equivalent providers prevail at a higher rate than their competitors. [1,2,3,4,7,9]
To prepare students to take the EETC/OPE certification test. [1,2,3,4]
To prepare students to be proficient, professional technicians for the motorcycle and outdoor power equipment industry. [1,2,3,4]
The current workforce will be able to upgrade their knowledge and skill level for improved employment opportunities. [1,2,3,4,7,9]