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Small Engines PAC

Introduction

Students examine the air filter on a small engine.The Small Engines PAC immerses students in the function, uses, and basic maintenance of small engines.  The mechanics of small engines are supported with related scientific and mathematical concepts alongside hands-on experience with basic troubleshooting and maintenance that anyone can benefit from.  The course provides a solid foundation for future education in engine-based industries, including many automotive and engineering fields.  A large variety of careers related to small engine design, manufacture, and use are presented, indicating the pervasiveness of the small engine in our lives.  The Small Engines PAC is available in a 15-hour format.

Featured Careers

  • Various types of mechanics
  • Manufacturing and industrial careers, including engineering positions
  • Scientific and engineering industries
  • Careers in related agricultural and other natural resource fields

Skill Development

Agriscience Skills

  • Career and occupational outlook
  • Academic requirements
  • Workplace safety
  • History of small engine technologyStudents review the wide variety of applications using small engines.
  • 2-cycle and 4-cycle engine processes
  • Measurement and other mathematical applications
  • Engine systems
  • Physics and chemistry related to engine operation
  • Engine maintenance and troubleshooting techniques

Academic Skills

  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Math
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Computer science
  • Engineering
  • Problem-solving
  • Technological literacy
  • FFA/TSA event alignment

What's Included

  • Applied Technologies Small Engines courseware CD
  • Applied Technologies Small Engines video CD
  • Applied Technologies Small Engines Student Guide
  • Supplementary textbooks
  • Fully working small engine
  • Engine manufacturer's training videos
  • Toolbox including items such as a socket set, wrenches, hex key set, screwdrivers, pliers, and more
  • Miscellaneous materials
  • Instructor's Overview
  • Media Cruiser

Ordering Information

Small Engines - CCA989
 PAC Objectives

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