The Outdoor Power Equipment program is dedicated to improving the skills of both novice and experienced technicians through increased fundamental and technical knowledge while learning in a shop environment with hands-on repair of consumer, commercial and recreational equipment.
Goals:
Implement competency-based education and skill standards.
Develop marketable, technical and interpersonal skills in the trade resulting in career placement.
Prepare students in acquiring appropriate licenses, certifications and degrees upon exiting Walla Walla Community College.
Provide relevant training through hands-on and field experience to prepare the students for living wage jobs with benefits.
Develop analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities through instructional labs, projects and testing.
Provide training in environmental and work place safety that meets appropriate industry standards.
Develop partnerships and/or relationships with manufacturers and distributors to provide a place to upgrade professional technicians along with updated skill standards.
