Programs & Courses
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Academic Calendar 2010-11
Program Overview
Do you enjoy working with machines and equipment? Our practical, one-year (32-week) Agricultural and Heavy Equipment Technician Certificate program will give you the foundation you need to build a successful career in agricultural and/or heavy-duty diesel equipment repair. Upon successful completion of the Agricultural and Heavy Equipment Technician program, you can enter the Alberta Apprenticeship program with an advanced standing toward the completion of their apprenticeship training. Apprenticeship exams can be written for both the first and second years of Agricultural Equipment Technician and the first and second years of Heavy Equipment Technician upon successful completion of the program. You will receive 300 hours credit towards experience for each of the first and second years of Agricultural Equipment Technician or the first and second years of Heavy Equipment Technician. Working in small classes, you’ll develop your understanding of power trains, steering, suspension, brakes, diesel engines, fuel systems, electrical systems and mobile hydraulics, as well as farm and industrial equipment through theory and lots of hands-on experience. One week of the program will be completed at an Agricultural or Heavy Equipment repair facility where you’ll work directly with journeyman technicians. Our modern shop facilities have the latest in diagnostic technologies and tools. And, you’ll test your skills working on a wide range of on- and off-road vehicles and farm equipment. Move ahead in industry today by obtaining a Lethbridge College certificate in the Agricultural and Heavy Equipment Technician program. Contact Us
Program Office: 403.320.3411 •
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Career OpportunitiesYour Agricultural and Heavy Equipment Technician Certificate will prepare you to begin a career in many diverse fields, including:
AdmissionsNew students are accepted into the Agricultural and Heavy Equipment Technician program for the Fall (September) term with Winter (January) admission into the second term allowed as space is available. Qualified applicants may be admitted into programs outside of normal intakes. Interested applicants are considered on an individual basis for acceptance into a program in an alternative or modified format.
Academic Requirements
Recommended Courses
Applicants who lack the required academic admission requirements can apply to the College and University Preparatory Program to upgrade for your program.
Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) Your InvestmentFees vary from program to program. To view fee information for your selected program, see the Academic Year Cost Sheet and Fees and Financial Information. Note: Students will require a basic set of hand tools as listed on the program website. An electrical test meter (DVOM) will be required for the second term. CurriculumFor full course description information, please click here.
GraduationUpon successful completion of all program requirements, students are awarded a Certificate in Agricultural & Heavy Equipment Technician. TransfersOlds College • Graduates of the Agricultural & Heavy Equipment Technician program transferring to the Agricultural Mechanics Diploma program at Olds College may receive credit for one year. Montana State University - Northern • Graduates of the Agricultural & Heavy Equipment Technician program transferring to the Bachelor of Science Degree in Diesel Technology at Montana State University - Northern may receive credit for one year, upon program approval. |
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