Diesel Technology / Heavy Equipment / Agriculture Mechanics ⛽
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General Information
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Locations:
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Orleans Career and Technical Education Center
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Niagara Career and Technical Education Center
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Teachers:
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Westin Blidy (email: wblidy@onboces.org)
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Mike Schultz (email: mschultz@onboces.org)
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Click on the link to watch our students in action:
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Program Details
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Summary:
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Diesel Technology / Heavy Equipment / Agriculture Mechanics is a two-year program open to all high school juniors and seniors.
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Students who have found an interest in working with machines in the construction, agriculture, trucking, lawn and garden industry, welding and Armed Forces should consider this program.
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Students will be working on trucks (pickups and semis), tractors, forklifts, backhoes, bulldozers, skid steers and hydraulic excavators.
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Students will also work in groups for engine teardown, overhaul and failure analysis.
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Objectives:
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To provide instruction to help students achieve the skills and experiences necessary so that they may gain employment.
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Prepare students that wish to study at college with general repair knowledge to help them achieve success in their post-secondary goals.
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To provide students with job seeking skills necessary to find and obtain employment in the field of their choice.
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Assist students in developing and maintaining work habits, proper attitudes, and the ability to work harmoniously with others.
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Provide students with leadership training activities that will enlarge their vision and enrich their lives for better citizenship through FFA and SkillsUSA organizations.
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Areas of Study
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Safety Overhaul/Service, Tune-up Medium and Heavy Duty Diesel Engines
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Basic Welding (Arc, Acetylene, MIG)
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Air Conditioning Service & Troubleshooting
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Transmissions/Clutches/Torque Converters & Air Brake Systems
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Heavy Equipment Preventative Maintenance
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Troubleshoot and Service Hydraulic Systems
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12/24 Volt Electrical Charging and Starting Circuits
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Electronic Engine Controls and Troubleshooting
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Heavy Equipment Operation.
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How to Enroll
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Orleans/Niagara BOCES partners with local school districts to provide exciting hands-on career and technical training during normal school day.
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To learn more, speak with your high school counselor.
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NYS Approved Program Title & CIP Code
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Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician – 47.0605
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Career Opportunities
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2-Year CTE Program:
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Diesel Service Technician, increased demand 5%*
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Associate’s Degree:
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Heavy Equipment Mechanic, increased demand 8%*
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Bachelor’s Degree:
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Agricultural Engineer, increased demand 8%*
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*Projected national growth for 2016-2026, US Bureau of Labor Statistics
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