Engine Technology

Overview

The Engine Technology Program teaches students how to fix and care for many kinds of engines and equipment. This includes two-cycle and four-cycle engines, chainsaws, motorcycles, snowmobiles, lawn and farm tools, and machines used in construction.

Students get hands-on practice using tools and learning how engines work. The program also teaches safety, customer service, and teamwork. These skills help students get ready for jobs as engine repair workers.

What You’ll Learn

How to repair small engines
How to work with outdoor tools and machines
How to use hand tools safely
How two-cycle and four-cycle engines work
Basics of diesel engines
How to find and fix engine problems
How to work with transmissions and pneumatics
How to talk with customers and coworkers
Basics of parts and small business management
Leadership and job-ready skills

Hands-On Experience

Students work in real lab settings and use tools to fix engines. They also practice talking with customers and solving problems. The program helps students build both technical and job skills to get hired or continue training after high school.

Certification

EETC (Equipment & Engine Training Council)
Students can earn certifications in:

2-cycle engines
4-cycle engines
Small diesel engines

Employment Opportunities

Jobs you can get in senior year or right after graduation:

Outdoor power equipment technician
Motorcycle subassembly technician
Commercial equipment technician
Parts management technician
Equipment salesperson
Hydraulics or pneumatics technician

Jobs that need an apprenticeship after graduation:

Construction equipment technician

Jobs that need 2 years of training after graduation:

Motorcycle technician
Automotive repair technician
Diesel technician

Earning Potential Range:

Students in this field can earn between $10 and $23 an hour, depending on the job and their experience.

Locations

School Emblem	School Name	Title	Instructor
	HOWARD HIGH SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY	Instructor	Mr. Dean Dickerson