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Teacher: James Mack, East Campus
The Heavy Equipment Technology Program is designed to provide students with the theory and hands-on skills relevant to repair fundamentals and maintenance of various types of heavy equipment found on construction sites. Specialized classroom and lab experiences are designed to provide instruction in systems and components of heavy equipment.
Students begin with learning the safe basic operation of trucks, tractors, skid steers, backhoes, dozers and loaders for repair purposes. Students then learn to inspect, repair and replace components of the suspension, steering, brake, engine, cooling, fuel, electrical/electronic, air intake and exhaust, clutches,
transmissions, air conditioning systems, hydraulics/hydrostatics as well as drive lines/rear axles/final drives, and drive motors. Welding processes and safety
techniques are also taught. Students will be taught computer diagnostic skills as a tool to troubleshoot electronic problems. Students may achieve certification in air conditioning and/or electronic control for newer equipment.
Graduates of this program are well prepared and find exciting careers as diesel engine specialists, heavy equipment mechanics and apprentice technicians.
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BCTC Career Pathways:
- Diesel Engine Specialist
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic
- Heavy Equipment Apprentice Technician
- Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Maintenance Repairer Helper
- Field Service/Lube Technician
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BCTC Career Pathways
Can Lead To:
- Field Service Advisor
- Instructor
- Mechanic Apprentice
- Service Manager
- Service Technician
- Stand-by Power Technician
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Industry Certifications:
 Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) Worldwide Refrigerant, Recovery and Recycling certification, PA State Safety Inspection certification, S/P 2 Mechanical Safety certification, S/P 2 Mechanical Pollution Prevention certification.
College Advanced Credits:
Pennsylvania College of Technology - Up to 12 credits |
Program Requirements/Costs:
(approximate)
- Work uniform and shoes $60
- Textbook, workbook $140
- Industry certification testing fees $170
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Program Entrance Recommendations:
- Reading at grade level
- Algebra I or Geometry
- Problem solving/troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently or in a team
- Hand-eye coordination
- Mechanical aptitude
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