The purpose of this program is to provide specialized classroom instruction and practical hands-on experience to prepare individuals to maintain and repair outdoor power equipment such as outboard motors, lawnmowers, chainsaws, motorcycles, rotary tillers, all-terrain vehicles, portable electric generators, compact diesel engines, and small garden tractors, as well as the use of technical manuals.
CIP Code: 470606
Program Type: Diploma
Program Length: 54 Semester Credit Hours
Program Learning Outcomes
Degree Options
Technical Diploma
| Course Number | Course Title | Lecture | Lab | Total Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OPET 1111 | Introduction, Safety and Hand Tools | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| OPET 1121 | Basic Tools & Repair Techniques | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| OPET 1131 | Shop Management | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| OPET 1141 | Engine Principles | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| OPET 1151 | Fuel Systems | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| CTC – OPET Technician I | 14 | |||
| OPET 1161 | Engine Lubrication & Cooling Systems | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| OPET 1221 | Basic Electricity | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| OPET 1231 | Charging Systems | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| OPET 1241 | Ignition Systems | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| OPET 1251 | Starting Systems | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| OPET 1261 | Drive Train | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| CTS – OPET Technician II | 30 | |||
| OPET 1311 | Hydraulics & Brakes | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| OPET 1321 | Generators | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| OPET 1331 | Frames, Suspension, and Decks | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| OPET 1341 | Systems Troubleshooting | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| OPET 2111 | Outboard Engine Overhaul | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| OPET 2121 | Motorcycle Engine Overhaul | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| OPET 2131 | Lawn & Garden Engine Overhaul | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| OPET 2141 | All-Terrain Vehicle Overhaul | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| OPET 2151 | Lawn & Garden Diesel Engine Overhaul | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| OPET 2161 | Personal Watercraft Engine Overhaul | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| TD – Outdoor Power Equipment Technician | 54 |
Total Clock Hrs: 1290
Contact Information
Dr. Charles Stewart
charles.stewart@sowela.edu
(337) 421-6991