Students will be trained in the operation, maintenance, diagnosis and repair of heavy equipment, farm machinery and heavy duty trucks.  Topics of study include: principles of the diesel engine, alternative fuel sources, drive train, brakes, suspension and steering, electrical systems, hydraulics, landscaping, agriculture, conservation, welding, and preventive maintenance. This program is designed to meet the growing demand for technicians and operators in the transportation, construction and agricultural fields. 

• Basic Operation of Backhoes, Bulldozers, Loaders

• Skid Steers, Tractors, Dump Trucks, Excavators

• Preventative Maintenance of Heavy Equipment & Motorized Power Equipment/ Basic Surveying

• Equipment Safety/Off‑Campus Projects

• Intro. to Hand Tools/ Stationary Power Tools/ Battery Systems

• Welding/ Small Engines

• Fork Truck Licensing

• Tires, Chains & Brakes

• Chain Saw Operation/ Forestry/ Senior Projects

• Cooperative Mentoring/Commercial Drivers’ License

  (Anticipated)

• Heavy Equipment Technician

• Truck Technician

• Small Engine Technician

• Diesel Engine Technician

• Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic

• Construction Equipment Mechanic

• Equipment Salesperson

• Truck Driver

• Opportunities as State, County or Town Municipal Workers or Equipment Operator