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.
| 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 Hours | 1290 |
CIP Code: 470606
Program Type: Diploma
Program Length: 54 Semester Credit Hours
3820 Senator J. Bennett Johnston Avenue
Lake Charles, Louisiana 70615
(337) 421-6565
(800) 256-0483
info@sowela.edu
Mon-Thu: 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM
Friday: 7:45 AM to 12:00 PM
(337) 421-6550
SOWELA Technical Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person(s) have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:
Title IX Officer
Candy Parker
(337) 421-6510 or (800) 256-0483
3820 Sen. J. Bennett Johnston Ave. Lake Charles, LA 70615
ADA Officer
Maegan Lewis
(337) 421-6952 or (800) 256-0483
3850 Sen. J. Bennett Johnston Ave. Lake Charles, LA 70615