AG Power Equipment Repair

The AG power equipment certificate allows the student to complete the required basic technical training needed in agriculture equipment service and repair while completing a sponsoring company’s specific training/certifications and internships. Upon successful completion of all required training courses and internship(s), the student will have the opportunity to become a full time employee with the sponsoring company.

Training in this certificate will be completed using the sponsors equipment makes, models, and tools supplied by the company. Students registering for this certificate must be sponsored by an approved agriculture dealership or repair company (Example: 21ST Century Equipment- John Deere).

Program Requirements

Total Credits 26

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
DPM101DPM1001	Diesel Shop Orientation	2
Focuses on maintaining a safe and clean working heavy duty diesel shop. Emphasis is placed on the proper use and care for hand, electric, air, and hydraulic tools safely. Covers how to clean equipment properly, to handle and dispose of hazardous materials correctly, and to apply mandated regulations. Emphasis is also placed on proper lifting equipment. (1-2)
ASE130ASE1030	General Engine Diagnosis	2
Covers how to perform basic engine diagnosis to determine condition of engine including engine support systems. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-2)
DPM120DPM1020	Basic Heavy Duty Electricity	2
Covers basic electrical theory, circuit designs, wiring methods, multimeter usage, and wiring diagrams including the demonstration of test procedures on electrical circuits. This course meets the Inspection, Maintenance & Minor Repair; Medium/Heavy Truck Service Technology/Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (IMMR/TST/MTST) program accreditation standards. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-2)
DPM126DPM1026	Heavy Duty Starting & Charging	3
Covers the operation, testing, maintenance, repair, and servicing of heavy duty vehicle battery, starting, and charging systems including voltage drop testing and load testing. This course meets the Medium/Heavy Truck Service Technology/Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (TST/MTST) program accreditation standards. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-3.5)
ASE122ASE1022	Automotive Electrical Safety Systems	1
Covers the operation of electrical systems including vehicles safety concerns of vehicle lighting systems, Supplemental Inflatable Restraints (SIR), windshield wipers, driver warning systems, and vehicle accessories. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST program requirements. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE1001 with a "C" grade or better. (0.5-1)
DPM192DPM1192	Hydraulic Systems I	1
Covers the basic fundamentals of hydraulics including the inspection, minimum service, and safety considerations. This course meets the Inspection, Maintenance & Minor Repair; Medium/Heavy Truck Service Technology/Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (IMMR/TST/MTST) program accreditation standards. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (0.5-1)
DPM122DPM1022	Hydraulic Systems II	3
Covers the repair, replacement, measurement, and adjustments of components including pumps, control valves, and cylinders. This course meets the Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (MTST) program accreditation standards. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-3.5)
ASE150ASE1050	Manual Drive Trans & Axle Maintenance	2
Covers the operating principles and repair procedures relating to axle-shafts, propeller shafts, and universal joints. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-2)
DPM265DPM2065	Heavy Duty Air Conditioning Systems Service	3
Covers the diagnosis, service, and repair of heavy duty vehicle air conditioning systems and their components. This course meets the Medium/Heavy Truck Service Technology/Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (TST/MTST) program accreditation standards. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-3.5)
DPM222DPM2022	Heavy Duty Lighting & Instrumentation	3
Covers the diagnosis and repair of lighting systems found on medium and heavy duty trucks and equipment including inspection and testing of electrical circuits and interfacing through a database with onboard computers. This course meets the Medium/Heavy Truck Service Technology/Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (TST/MTST) program accreditation standards. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-3.5)
ASE160ASE1060	Automotive Engine Repair	2
Focuses on the service of cylinder head, valve-train components, and cooling system components including engine removal, re-installation, and re-mounting systems. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-2)
MAT102MAT1100	Skilled Trades/Industrial Math	2
Provides a review of general mathematics, introductory algebra, systems of measurements, and methods of solving problems related to skilled trades and general industrial repair. It is designed for students in the repair industry. Topics may include algebra, geometry, graphs, measurement, and conversion between various systems of measurement. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MAT0250 or MAT0300 with a "C" grade or better or appropriate placement scores. (2-0)

Degree Descriptions

Associate of Arts Degree (A.A.) and Associate of Science Degree (A.S.)

The AA and the AS degrees are traditional 2-year degrees specifically designed to transfer to 4-year institutions for the purpose of completing a BA or a BS. They are often referred to as university parallel degrees. The general education requirements are what actually permit the degrees to be called Associates or Arts or Science. The difference between the AS and AA is minimal, with the AA permitting math courses and a science course that are not recognized under the AS degree. Read Colorado's Guaranteed Transfer Policy here.

Associate of General Studies (A.G.S.)

The AGS degree is, at times, articulated to transfer to certain 4-year institutions and programs. There is more room for flexibility in this degree. Generally, if a student decides to transfer to a 4-year school to pursue a BA or BS after earning the AGS, they may be short some of the general education requirements.

Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)

The Associate of Applied Science degree is rarely pursued by a student who intends to transfer to a 4-year school. It is primarily a degree that prepares a student to go directly into the workforce. It is typically a specific technical career that the student who seeks the AAS is seeking. Again, the general education requirements are less rigid with the AAS degree.

Certificate Programs

Certificates are 1-year technical programs that require no general education courses. Auto Tech, Agri-business, and Cosmetology are Certificate programs. English, math, science, etc. are not required to complete a certificate, although some students choose to take preparatory classes that might help them succeed in the program.