Powersports Technology - Linn State Technical College

Powersports Technology from Linn State Technical College is a Campus Associate Automotive degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. The Powersports Technology program prepares individuals to perform maintenance , troubleshooting and overhaul of the major components of on-road and off-road powersports equipment. Instruction is provided in the classroom on theory, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of wheels, brakes, operating controls, steering, suspension, electrical circuitry, electronic/mechanical engines, and manual/automatic shift transmissions. The program contributes to the green economy by teaching students to work with electric power being used in all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and utility vehicles (UTVs). Students are also taught about different types of alternative fuels and their impacts on the environment. Biodegradable solvents and other products are used to help reduce water, air, and soil contamination. In order to participate in the Powersports Technology program, each student must be sponsored by a Missouri Powersport Dealers Association member who provides four required internship experiences unless an exception is approved. Based on the industry standard, students in the Powersports Technology program are subject to drug testing as a safety precaution. Graduates of the two-year Associate of Applied Science degree program will have the technical competencies required to be productive in an entry-level powersports technician position. They can expect to find employment with original equipment manufacturer dealers, independent powersports sales and service shops, golf course maintenance shops, and government agencies involved in natural resource management. Program Mission The mission of the Powersports Technology program is to provide students with the opportunity to develop the technical and interpersonal skills necessary to succeed in today's powersports industry. Program Goals The goals of the program are to provide opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate: Electrical knowledge and skills needed to repair and maintain on-road and off-road powersports equipment. Knowledge and skills necessary to repair , maintain and troubleshoot two-stroke and four-stroke engines. Knowledge and skills necessary to repair, maintain and troubleshoot drive train, suspension, and hydraulic brake systems as they relate to on-road and off-road powersports equipment. Critical thinking skills used in troubleshooting. Oral and written communication skills needed in the powersports industry. View more details on Linn State Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Automotive courses.