Power Equipment and Motorcycle Technology: CP (CTE) (SLTC)

Certificate of Proficiency | 24 credits minimum

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Program Description

A comprehensive program consisting of safety, proper use of hand and shop tools, fasteners, fuels, lubricants & coolants, 2 & 4 stroke engine theory, proper use of reference materials, and physical principles of engine operation. Includes electrical theory and proper diagnosis and repair of chassis harnesses, charging, starting, ignition & lighting systems. Fuels systems, including carburetion and fuel injection will be studied and worked on. Other engine systems including lubrication, cooling and exhaust systems will also be studied, discussed and worked on. The course is designed to give students the opportunity to learn all aspects of power equipment and motorcycle engines and their various manufacturers. The instructor will cover the book during class time and students will diagnose engine performance problems and repair them during lab time.

Career Opportunities

The program offers students a wide range of career opportunities and career paths in an established and evolving motorcycle, power sports and outdoor power equipment repair industry. Job opportunities are available in, but not limited to: All-Terrain Vehicle Technician (ATV Technician), Custom Bike Builder, Motorcycle Mechanic, Motorcycle Service Technician, Motorsports Technician, Scooter Mechanic, and Small Engine Technician.

O*net: Motorcycle Mechanics 49-3052.00

O*net: Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics 49-3053.00

Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: http://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx
Books: $280
Tools: $1,100

Note: Fees vary based upon specific registration and are subject to changes.

Note: This Certificate of Proficiency is not eligible for financial aid. However, courses within the certificate may be eligible if taken as part of a financial aid eligible program. Please check with the Financial Aid Office to determine if your classes are eligible.

Required Courses (24 Credits)

Program Requirements

Additional Program Notes

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

Time to Completion & Graduation Map

Power Equipment and Motorcycle Technology CP: 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.

Recognize and maintain safety in the shop as well as personal work habits. [4]
Identify, use and differentiate between correct tools, including precision measuring instruments. Identify and use appropriate fasteners, gaskets, sealants, as well as torque and torque sequence. [1]
Identify, describe and summarize the structure of an atom, the fundamentals of electricity and electrical circuits, the relationship of magnetism with electricity, and electrical system construction and operation, ignition, lubrication and cooling systems. [1]
Identify, describe and summarize the principles of operation for two and four-stroke engines, and be able to differentiate the strengths of each style engine. [2,4]
Identify, describe and summarize the purpose of all engine components and their functions, as well as measuring engine performance including horsepower, toque, and energy output. [1]
Describe the benefits of carburetion and fuel injection systems along with their various components, as well as differentiate between different types of fuels. [4]
Identify, describe and summarize the purpose of transmission and other drive systems. [1]