Successful students may go out and further their skills by working for area employers on approved work experience, co-op, or apprenticeship training programs. Students receiving a B grade or better earn completion certificates based on completion of the requirements on their individualized action plans. Skills available include practical, safe use of hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments used to diagnose and service many types of equipment, identification and use of fasteners, informational systems, lubricants, electrical systems, and related components. They can also learn common servicing procedures on many types of equipment and vehicles. Employment needs in these areas is expected to grow as fast as the average for all occupations.
Technology advances on vehicles and equipment requires advanced servicing skills.
Employers need individuals that know the equipment, today's technology, and have good servicing skills. You will need to be able to communicate with others, work in teams, and be able to use problem-solving procedures. Taking related classes in high school including reading, basic math, science, technology, computers, general shop, electronics, auto mechanics, or agricultural mechanics will be a benefit. Others may give preference to students that complete our program. Each student is required to display mastery of each task in his or her individualized Career Action Plan.