Safety, Math, & Science fore Outdoor Power
Students will learn the basic elements of safe practices in the outdoor power equipment work environment. They will learn the Worker's Compensation Act and WHMIS legislation applications, shop safety, extinguishing fires, using safe body mechanics, personal safety equipment and occupational first aid. Students will also learn and or verify information on the application of mathematics and science concepts used in the outdoor power equipment trade.
Describe Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines
This is an introduction to the mechanical fundamentals, lubrication and cooling details of two and four stroke cycle reciprocating internal combustion engines. The student will dismantle, inspect, reassemble, and run single cylinder examples of two types.
Prerequisites: OPET 1101, 1102, 1105
Overhaul Two and Four Stoke Gasoline and Diesel Engines
This is an in-depth engine rebuild and failure analysis course for two and four stroke cycle reciprocating internal combustion engines, both gasoline and diesel. The student will assess, troubleshoot, dismantle, inspect, reassemble, and run single and multiple-cylinder examples of all types.
Prerequisites: OPET 1106, 1107
Corequisites: OPET 1109, 1110
Ignition and Electrical Systems
The student will be able to describe and repair a variety of ignition systems, their applications along with their integration into various electrical systems, Emphasis will be placed on the student’s ability to analyze and troubleshoot complete systems on a representative grouping of power equipment units.
Prerequisites: OPET 1106
Corequisites: OPET 1108, 1109
Charging Systems, Generators and Motors
This course will have the student describe and diagnose inductive electrical systems, including charging, generators and motors. An emphasis will be placed on practical applications and system problem solving for their use in a variety of situations.
Prerequisites: OPET 1110
Maintain & Repair Hydraulic Systems
This course begins with the basics of fluid power and then progresses through their application to compact equipment. The student will describe, service, disassemble, troubleshoot and repair hydraulic components and systems.
Corequisites: OPET 1101, 1102, 1105
Maintain & Repair Power Transfer Systems
The students will be able to describe, disassemble, diagnose, troubleshoot, repair and reassemble a wide range of power transfer systems. Theses will include belt, chain, and gear drive system found on outdoor power equipment.
Prerequisites: OPET 1112
Corequisites: OPET 1114
Maintain & Repair Frames, Wheels and Braking Systems
Frame construction, suspensions, steering and brakes for outdoor power equipment are covered in this course. Basic troubleshooting and repair will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: OPET 1112
Corequisites: OPET 1113
Service and Diagnose Equipment
This course is the practical application in a school setting of all the elements in the Outdoor Power Equipment Program. The student will demonstrate their competence by diagnosing and repairing a range of power products.
Prerequisites: OPET 1108, 1109, 1110, 1111, 1112, 1113, 1114
Corequisites: OPET 1104
Maintaining Good Working Relations
Students will learn about legislation, both provincial and federal, applicable to work and working conditions. They will also become aware of the importance of proper inventory and record keeping. Students will learn to use the resources related to the trade and to apply them with effective communication and interpersonal skills to the workplace environment in a variety of roles, with emphasis on the importance of monitoring, analyzing, and correcting.
Prerequisites: OPET 1100
Tools, Fasteners and Fittings
Students will learn the effective and safe operation of a variety of shop hand and power tools. They will also be able to apply appropriate tools to a variety of mechanical applications where they relate to fastening devices. Students will learn the safe operation of various types of equipment used in the outdoor power equipment trade. They will be required to obtain a lift-truck operator certification.
Prerequisites: OPET 1100
Electricity & Welding, Cutting, & Brazing
Students will explore and describe the basic fundamentals of electricity, including Ohm's Law, DC and AC current, induction, basic motor theory, and the use of digital multi-meters. They will construct several projects to illustrate the electrical theory. Students will learn welding safety and the basic operation of oxy-fuel cutting, welding, and brazing procedures on mild steel plate, light tubing, and 14/18 gauge sheet metal. They will also learn arc and Mig welding procedures and applications. Students will demonstrate these three processes through a number of shop projects.
Prerequisites: OPET 1100
Lubrication and Fuel Systems
Students will learn the principles of lubrication and the fundamentals of fuel system components and theory including different types of oil and fuel pumps. They will dismantle, inspect, and reassemble various types of lubrication and fuel systems including carburetors.
Prerequisites: OPET 1100
Engines & Service and Repair Equipment
Students will learn the basic mechanical fundamentals, lubrication, and cooling systems of two- and four-stroke cycle reciprocating internal combustion engines. They will dismantle, measure, reassemble, and run single-cylinder examples of two types. Students will demonstrate their competence by servicing, diagnosing, and repairing a range of hand-held power products.
Prerequisites: OPET 1100 and 1120 and 1130 and 1140
Corequisites: OPET 1110