 Almost every household has some type of work-related or recreational equipment that uses a small gasoline engine. Recreational and Power Mechanics Program explores a power source that has immense success and widespread use throughout the country. This course is designed to teach entry-level skills in the service, sales, operation, and repair of lawn and garden equipment, chain saws, outboard motors, portable generators, pumps, motorcycles, and snowmobiles. Students perform “live work” for customers, which gives them invaluable experience in estimating, parts ordering, repair, and customer service.
Students study measuring tools, ordering and record keeping, small engine design and components, fuel systems, lubrication systems, starting/electrical systems, troubleshooting, overhaul, drivelines, and welding. In addition, repair and service of lawn and garden equipment, chain saws, snowmobiles and motorcycles is taught. Students are qualified to become motorcycle, motorboat mechanics, or small engine mechanics. |