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| TST 120-Shop Management, 3 credit
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Focuses on setting up and maintaining effective shop record systems, tools, parts, equipment ordering, and overall shop maintenance and layout. View the Master Course Outline TST 125-Paints and Painting, 3 credit s Focuses on equipment, materials, techniques, and practices required for painting and conditioning turf equipment. View the Master Course Outline TST 151-Shop Fundamentals, 3 credit s Explores introducing, perfecting, and evaluating basic safety and shop skills necessary for the successful turf equipment manager. Instruction and shop performance exercises in safety; hand and machine tool operation, use, and maintenance; hardware identification; and other basic shop skills. View the Master Course Outline TST 154-Basic 4-Stroke Engine Principles, 10 credit s A comprehensive study of the mechanics of outdoor power equipment, covering use of reference materials, proper maintenance procedures, four-cycle gasoline engine repair and diagnostics necessary for EETC Technician Certification. View the Master Course Outline TST 155-Basic 2-Stroke Engine Principles, 7 credit s A comprehensive study of the mechanics of 2-stroke gasoline engine repair and diagnostics used in outdoor power equipment, necessary for EETC Technician Certification. View the Master Course Outline TST 156-Electrical Principles and OPE Attachments, 17 credit s Comprehensive study of basic electrical emphasizing fundamentals and safety, component diagnostic and repair, and electro-hydraulic theory necessary for EETC technician certification. Other topics include OPE attachments such as rotary mowers, chainsaws, string trimmers/brushcutters, edgers, and tiller safety, repair and adjustment. View the Master Course Outline TST 157-Hydraulic Principles, 10 credit s Comprehensive study of hydraulic fundamentals, component repair and diagnostics including hydrostatic transmissions used in outdoor power. Necessary for EETC Technician Certification. Prerequisite: TST 151 or instructor permission. View the Master Course Outline TST 158-Power Trains, 10 credit s A comprehensive study of power train fundamentals, component repair, and diagnostics including hydrostatic transmissions used in outdoor power from lawn and garden to compact utility equipment. Necessary for EETC Technician Certification. Prerequisite: TST 151. View the Master Course Outline TST 191-Cooperative Work Experience, 12 credit s Opportunity to work in jobs directly related to the turf equipment industry. This formal training period is agreed upon by the student, employer, and instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. View the Master Course Outline TST 192-Cooperative Seminar, 1 credit Explore issues related to their cooperative work experience focusing on effective workplace relationships. Co-requisite: TST 191. View the Master Course Outline TST 199-Special Topics, 5 credit s Study and train to meet established local needs in the turf equipment industry, supplemental to courses currently offered. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. View the Master Course Outline TST 252-Turf Equipment Fundamentals, 3 credit s Gas and diesel engines, electrical, power trains, and hydraulics to perform simple tune-up and repairs will be covered. View the Master Course Outline TST 255-Advanced Diesel and Electrical, 17 credit s In-depth study on the theory, operation, and service procedures necessary to maintain modern compact diesels used in compact tractor and turf equipment. Topics include electro-hydraulics, computer controls, and in-depth trouble shooting as it pertains to compact and commercial equipment. Prerequisite: TST 157. View the Master Course Outline TST 256-Advanced Hydraulics and Reels, 17 credit s In-depth study of advanced hydraulic systems, servo controls, and hydraulic clutch packs emphasizing hands on testing and diagnosing. Topics include reel products, grinding techniques, and rebuilding procedures. Prerequisite: TST 255. View the Master Course Outline TST 297-Special Projects, 18 credit s Project-oriented experiences in the area or applications not covered in the standard turf equipment curriculum. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of student's education and work experience. View the Master Course Outline TST 299-Leadership, 1 credit Students develop an awareness of their leadership potential and abilities through small group discussions and assumption of leadership roles and responsibilities. Students will acquire information, experience diverse points of view, construct knowledge and practice a variety of interpersonal and social skills, such as communicating, goal-setting, decision-making, team-building, and managing stress. View the Master Course Outline  -This class is offered as a telecourse. Please check the quarterly schedule for course offerings. -This class is offered as an online or WAOL class. Please check the quarterly schedule for course offerings. |
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