The Small Equipment Service Technician program is designed to enable you to learn the knowledge and skills associated with the repair and maintenance of recreational equipment such as snowmobiles, ATVs, motorcycles, personal water craft and outboard motors, and fuel-powered tools such as chainsaws and lawnmowers. Some of the duties include:
- Review and interpret work orders and technical manuals
- Inspect engines, motors and other mechanical components using test devices
- Diagnose and isolate faults
- Repair or replace components using hand tools
- Performance test repaired equipment
- Perform scheduled maintenance and advise customers on repair cost
OUTCOMES
- Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.
- Use and maintain tools and equipment.
- Interpret schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Identify major engine components.
- Maintain and repair lubricant systems.
- Maintain and repair light duty engines.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:
1. High School
High School Graduation
2. Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile). It is strongly recommended that courses include the following:
i. Mathematics 1102A, 1102B, 1102C and 2102A, 2102B, 2102C or 3102A, 3102B and 3102C
ii. Science 3101, 3102, 3103
3. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Trades
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Trades) Certificate
4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, must be at least 19 years of age at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to
Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.
5. International Applicants – English Proficiency
All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into regular programs. The College will accept these recognized tests of English language proficiency (TOEFL paper based 550, TOEFL Internet based 79, TOEFL computer based 213 or equivalent, IELTS Academic Test overall band score of 6.0, or Pearson PTE 53 or greater, etc.).
If a language proficiency test other than those referenced above was used, applicants can forward for assessment.
If an international applicant has attended an educational institution (high school or post-secondary) for a period of three years or more where the official language of instruction was English, the English language proficiency test will not be required.
Note: Some programs may require specific English language requirements and proficiency scores that differ from those stated above; therefore international applicants are advised to please refer to the specific program admission requirements as identified in the College Calendar.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may find employment in the following areas:
- Rental dealerships
- Recreational dealerships
- Independent garages
- Service stations
- Repair shops
- Manufacturing companies