University of Guelph 1999-2000 Diploma Program Calendar

XI--Certificate Programs


Golf and Turf Equipment Mechanic

OCAS Program Code K105 - Two Semesters (30 Weeks, beginning in September)

The Golf and Turf Equipment Mechanic program is designed to train students in the use, service, and repair of the various types of powered equipment used in the golf, turf, landscaping, and small equipment rental industries.

The ever increasing sophistication of the wide variety of specialized equipment found in these areas, continue to create a demand for skilled, well trained individuals pursuing interesting and challenging careers. Students will acquire knowledge and skills which will allow them to understand the mechanics of gas and diesel powered equipment, setup, diagnose, and perform routine service and repair work, and be familiar with basic principles of turf grass management.

Certification

The Ontario Ministry of Education and Training, Apprenticeship Branch is currently reviewing the in-school curriculum requirements for Small Engine and Golf Equipment Mechanic apprentice mechanic programs. The content of the Golf and Turf Equipment Mechanic program is drawn from these curricula, as well as the Farm and Heavy Duty Mechanic apprenticeship programs, and will be adjusted to address Ministry standards, to allow maximum credits towards apprenticeship in appropriate trades.

Semester One/15 wks.

CPE*1526 Internal Combustion Engines I
CPE*1427 Hydraulics/Pneumatics I
CPE*1428 Electrical/Electonics I
CPE*1429 Power Trains
CPE*1630 Turf Maintenance
CPE*1316 Welding for Mechanics I
CPE*1331 Applied Work Practices

Semester Two/15 wks.

CPE*2523 Internal Combustion Engines II
CPE*2424 Hydraulics/Pneumatics II
CPE*2425 Electrical/Electronics II
CPE*2426 Steering, Suspension and Brakes
CPE*2627 Equipment Maintenance and Repair
CPE*2328 Applied Work Practices
CPE*2329 Welding for Mechanics II

1999-2000 Diploma Program Calendar
XI--Certificate Programs
Kemptville College

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Last revised: January 1999.