Agriculture Power & Equipment Technician - Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

Agriculture Power & Equipment Technician from Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is a Campus Associate Agriculture Equipment degree that prepares you for a Agriculture career. Agricultural equipment has become more complex, precise, and expensive; and it is becoming more difficult for individuals to repair their own equipment. This program prepares students to be employed as technicians at farm implement dealerships, repair shops, businesses that use farm equipment or diesel engines, or to work on their own equipment. This program stresses practical hands-on experience in the shop. Students learn the theory, operation , and repair of tillage, planting, harvesting equipment, and tractors. Opportunities to troubleshoot and service farm equipment are a valuable aspect of this program. Students study diesel engines, drivetrains, electrical systems, and hydraulics. Career Oportunities Opportunities for employment in this field continue to be excellent, and graduates may specialize, depending on the size of the shop where they are employed. The following are typical examples of employment that a person may find: Farm Equipment Technician: Specializes in servicing of all types of agricultural machinery; e.g., combines, balers, tractors, skid loaders, and related equipment. Diesel Equipment Technician: Services and repairs diesel-powered equipment, including farm equipment, trucks, and heavy- or light-construction equipment. Mobile Equipment Technician: Troubleshoots and services equipment, including hydraulic and electrical systems on trucks, tractors, and other types of equipment. Service Writer: Assist customers with writting repair orders, filing warranty claims and assisting with daily operation of the shop. Parts Department Personnel: Works in a dealership selling parts over the counter to businesses, farmers, or dealership shops. Inventories parts for stock. Program Outcomes At the completion of this program, graduates will be able to: Analyze and troubleshoot problems on agricultural equipment. Service and maintain agricultural equipment. Recondition/overhaul major components. Maintain a safe and clean work environment. Explain the operation of agricultural equipment. Work productively and cooperatively with campus and industry personnel. Demonstrate effective communication/interpersonal skills. Adhere to campus and industry policy and procedures standards. View more details on Southwest Wisconsin Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Agriculture Equipment courses.