Recreational & Power Equipment Technology
15 months, 1590 hours
Industry Certifications:
- Outdoor Power Equipment Technician
- Certificate Certified Safety Inspector, Cat I
- OSHA/CareerSafe 10-Hour Certification
Uniforms
Required/Optional Items |
Required Items |
Required Footwear |
Required Safety Gear |
REQUIRED: · One Navy Short Sleeve Tee Shirt with BCTC Logo · One Pair Navy Industrial Work Pants – proper fitting and no holesOPTIONAL: · Charcoal Crewneck Sweatshirt with BCTC Logo · Navy Long Sleeve Work Shirt with BCTC Logo |
N/A | Work boots, 6″ high, all leather |
· Safety glasses provided by BCTC · Mechanic’s gloves/Hat (optional) |
Textbook
Small Gas Engines (11th Edition) (Textbook/Workbook) – by Alfred C. Roth, Blake Fisher and W. Scott Gauthier
Students will utilize an ebook for this textbook and will be required to purchase a usage code through BCTC.
Tool / Supply / Protective Equipment
Quantity Needed | Level 1, 2, or 3 | Approximate Cost | Suggested Vendor | |
Footwear Requirement: Work boots, 6″ high, all leather | 1 pair | Levels 1, 2, & 3 | $50.00 – $100.00+ | Any store |
Mechanic’s Gloves | 1 | Levels 1, 2, & 3 | $20.00 | Lowes or Home Depot |
Program Entrance Recommendations:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Algebra I or Geometry
- Problem-solving / troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Hand-eye coordination
- Mechanical aptitude
Career Pathways:
- Farm Equipment Mechanic and Service Technician
- Motorcycle Mechanic
- Motorboat Mechanic and Service Technician
- Outdoor Power Equipment & Small Engine Mechanic (Lawn & Garden)