80 A S S O C I A T E O F A P P L I E D S C I E N C E D E G R E E S A N D C E R T I F I C A T E S
Green Technician
www. linnbenton. edu / go / green-technician
In partnership with other community colleges, the Green Technician statewide degree is geared toward meeting the demand for technicians who have an understanding of sustainability and green practices. The Green Technician Certificate will meet the unique needs of rural Oregon, where companies tend to be smaller, many occupations may have only one or two local job openings, and employers need workers who have basic technical skills that can transfer to different kinds of work and work settings as employer requirements and labor market demands shift.
Student Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the Green Technician Certificate will:
• Be multi-skill, systems thinkers and problem-solvers.
• Be prepared for a broad array of green occupations across a variety of diverse industries.
• Have a fundamental understanding of sustainability, green technologies, process improvements / elimination of waste, and an overview of various careers in green tech.
• Be able to demonstrate the applied reading and workplace math skills needed on-the-job.
• Be critical thinking, problem solving, team work, etc.
• Possess a unique set of entry-level electrical, mechanical, and heating / cooling systems skills.
C A R E E R A N D T E C H N I C A L
One-Year Certificate in Green Technician
Course No. Course Title |
Credits |
COMM 111 |
Fundamentals of Speech or |
|
COMM 112 |
Introduction to Persuasion or |
|
COMM 218 |
Interpersonal Communication..................................... |
3 |
GS 154 |
Energy and Sustainability............................................. |
3 |
MT 3.801 |
Effective Troubleshooting & Learning.......................... |
2 |
MT 3.802 |
Customer Service for Mechatronics Technicians......... |
3 |
MT 3.803 |
Industrial Safety............................................................ |
2 |
MT 3.805 |
Computerized Maintenance Management................... |
3 |
MT 3.812 |
Mechanical Systems..................................................... |
3 |
MT 3.819 |
Bearings & Lubrication Systems................................... |
2 |
MT 3.821 |
Electrical Systems Troubleshooting............................. |
4 |
MT 3.822 |
Troubleshooting Motors and Controls.......................... |
4 |
MT 3.824 |
Programmable Logic Controllers................................. |
3 |
MT 3.830 |
Industrial Pneumatic Systems...................................... |
3 |
MT 3.833 |
Principles of Technology I............................................ |
4 |
MT 3.836 |
Industrial Hydraulics Systems....................................... |
3 |
MT 3.854 |
Refrigeration Servicing................................................. |
2 |
MT 3.855 |
Refrigeration Troubleshooting..................................... |
2 |
MTH 061 |
Survey of Mathematical Fundamentals( 3 credits) and |
|
MTH 063 |
Industrial Shop Math( 1 credit) or |
|
MTH 065 |
Elementary Algebra....................................................... |
4 |
WR 115 |
Introduction to College Writing.................................... |
3 |
|
Total Credits Required: |
53 |
Heavy Equipment / Diesel Technology
www. linnbenton. edu / go / heavy-equipment / diesel
The curriculum of the Heavy Equipment / Diesel Technology program is designed to give the student a balance of theory and practical experience gained by diagnosing, servicing, repairing and rebuilding components and live equipment. Diesel technicians repair and maintain the diesel engines that power trains; ships; generators; and the equipment used in highway construction, logging and farming. Technicians also maintain and repair power train, electrical and hydraulic systems used in construction equipment, farm equipment and trucks.
To become a diesel technician, you should have a mechanical aptitude and an affinity for shop work, mathematics and science. Being able to read with understanding is essential because technicians spend a considerable amount of time reading service manuals.
Upon completing the Associate of Applied Science degree or two-year certificate, the student may gain employment in service departments of distributors and dealers that sell diesel-powered trucks, farming, logging and construction equipment. Bus lines, railways, and marine industries also employ diesel technicians. LBCC’ s Heavy Equipment / Diesel Technology program supports student participation in Skills USA-VICA. Students raise funds to pay the cost of travel, lodging and entry fees in the annual state skills contest.
In addition to the usual books and supplies, students should expect to spend about $ 3,000 for a personal set of diesel mechanic hand tools. The official required tool set for Heavy Equipment / Diesel Tech students is the SnapOn 9200AGSO tool kit, KRA 2007FPBO 7 drawer roll cabinet( red) and the EEDM525D meter. Students should also budget approximately $ 100 for uniform and safety apparel to wear in all lab classes.
The Heavy Equipment / Diesel Technology curricula lead to an Associate of Applied Science degree or a two-year certificate.
Student Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete an Associate of Applied Science degree or earn a two-year certificate in heavy equipment / diesel:
• Follow safe shop practices.
• Inspect, diagnose, conduct failure analysis and perform preventive maintenance inspections during repairs.
• Use service resources effectively.
• Apply fundamental skills and concepts to unfamiliar situations.
• Provide superior customer service, and practice productive interpersonal relations.
• Demonstrate proper use and care of shop and personal tools.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
Program Requirements
Students must meet or exceed the following placement scores to enter the Heavy Equipment / Diesel Technology Program 1. WR095 2. MTH060 3. Reading score of 67
Facilities
The program is conducted in modern, well-equipped classrooms and laboratory / shops. The 25,000-square-foot Heavy Equipment Mechanics / Diesel facility houses a dynamometer and heavy-duty engine rebuilding lab. Students also have a large area where they can work on trucks, construction equipment and farm equipment.