Agricultural & Diesel Equipment Technology
Perry Technical Institute’s Agricultural & Diesel Equipment Technology program provides students with a curriculum designed to prepare them for employment as technicians in the agriculture and diesel equipment industries.
The objective of the program is to equip students with knowledge and skills necessary for work in these fields. Students receive instruction in diagnosing, repairing, modifying, and overhauling agricultural and diesel-powered equipment. The curriculum includes diesel fuel systems, drive trains, hydraulics, electrical systems, and professional development aligned with industry standards.
Students begin with training in workplace safety, tool usage, and basic equipment systems. As they advance, they study electrical and hydraulic systems, engine theory and repair, fuel systems, and powertrain technologies. Additional coursework covers diagnostics and repair of electronic components, climate control systems, GPS, and telematics.
The program combines classroom instruction with lab-based training and concludes with an externship that provides field experience. Students who complete the program are prepared for employment as entry-level technicians in the agriculture and diesel equipment industries.
The Agricultural & Diesel Equipment Technology program is 12 months in length (four quarters). Students earn 74 credit hours, which equals 1,344 clock hours. Tuition is payable on a quarterly basis. There are four quarters in an academic year. The student-to-instructor ratio for the program is 17:1.
Program Outline
Quarter 1
Quarter 2
Quarter 3
Quarter 4
Total Clock Hours: 1344
Total Credit Hours: 70
Agricultural & Diesel Equipment Technology Book and Tool List
The book and tool list for students in the Agricultural & Diesel Equipment Technology program is intended to be a minimum requirement to complete the program. The book and tool list will be provided no later than the first day of class. For specifics on cost of books, training materials, uniforms, and tools, please refer to Tuition and Fees.
Agricultural & Diesel Equipment Technology Equipment List
Students in the Agricultural & Diesel Equipment Technology program utilize the following equipment:
Hydraulic press
Oxyacetylene torch
Welding equipment
Metal cutting equipment
Fuel and lubrication equipment
Pressure washers
Forklift
Web-based information systems
Laptop-based diagnostic software