Program Information - Mitchell Technical Institute

Farm Power Technology: a great way to get your hands on some of today’s biggest, most automated machinery used in the agriculture industry! You will take classes in electronic controls, GPS, introductory diesel, drive trains, hydraulics, electrical systems, air conditioning systems, harvesting equipment, service management and more to learn how to help farmers increase productivity and be more profitable. Manufacturers are incorporating more and more technology into their new products. At the local dealer level, where equipment is sold and serviced, the demand for technicians who understand this new technology, and have the ability to repair it in a cost- effective timely manner, is at an all- time high. This program will allow you to become a technician who can diagnose mechanical and electronic problems or hydraulic failures in the complex modern equipment used on farms and in fields. Receive hands-on training and learn applied skills such as repair, diagnostic and troubleshooting skills that are critical for this industry. As part of the program, you will also complete an internship at an Ag Power dealership or job site related to the program. Career opportunities will include positions like service technician, parts person, parts manager, service/warranty writer, or customer service/sales representative at an Agriculture Power Equipment dealership. When you enroll in the FPT program at MTI, you will spend two years (four semesters) in the program. Classes that may be included in the curriculum: Service Center Fundamentals Basic Engine Theory & Operation Electrical/Electronic Systems Diesel Engine & Control Systems Machinery Management Welding Basic/Intermediate Hydraulics Powertrain & Drive Systems Intro to GPS/GIS Intro to Yield Monitor Systems Ag Chemical Equipment Guidance, Steering & Variable Rate Operations Internship Other related courses may include Service Management, OSHA 10 Safety, and general education in the areas of communication, computers, math, behavioral science and social science.

Farm Power Technology: a great way to get your hands on some of today’s biggest, most automated machinery used in the agriculture industry! You will take classes in electronic controls, GPS, introductory diesel, drive trains, hydraulics, electrical systems, air conditioning systems, harvesting equipment, service management and more to learn how to help farmers increase productivity and be more profitable.

Manufacturers are incorporating more and more technology into their new products. At the local dealer level, where equipment is sold and serviced, the demand for technicians who understand this new technology, and have the ability to repair it in a cost- effective timely manner, is at an all- time high. This program will allow you to become a technician who can diagnose mechanical and electronic problems or hydraulic failures in the complex modern equipment used on farms and in fields.

Receive hands-on training and learn applied skills such as repair, diagnostic and troubleshooting skills that are critical for this industry. As part of the program, you will also complete an internship at an Ag Power dealership or job site related to the program.

Career opportunities will include positions like service technician, parts person, parts manager, service/warranty writer, or customer service/sales representative at an Agriculture Power Equipment dealership.

When you enroll in the FPT program at MTI, you will spend two years (four semesters) in the program. Classes that may be included in the curriculum:

Service Center Fundamentals

Basic Engine Theory & Operation

Electrical/Electronic Systems

Diesel Engine & Control Systems

Machinery Management

Welding

Basic/Intermediate Hydraulics

Powertrain & Drive Systems

Intro to GPS/GIS

Intro to Yield Monitor Systems

Ag Chemical Equipment

Guidance, Steering & Variable Rate Operations

Internship

Other related courses may include Service Management, OSHA 10 Safety, and general education in the areas of communication, computers, math, behavioral science and social science.

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Program Outcomes

At the completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Apply safe, efficient and effective work practices in a manner compatible with OSHA and EPA requirements, as well as the agricultural equipment manufacture and repair industry expectations.
Demonstrate the effective use of internet based resources, industry repair manuals, service, and parts literature in the repair and maintenance of agricultural equipment, tractors, diesel engines, seeding equipment, combine harvesters, hydraulic and electronic equipment.
Demonstrate the industry standard application of selected specialized tools for maintenance, repair, diagnostic, and assembly of equipment.
Identify the functional relationship among tractor, combine, seeding tool, precision ag products, and diesel engine equipment components and systems.
Apply preventative maintenance concepts to tractor, combine and agricultural equipment care and storage.
Demonstrate basic diagnostic and repair concepts applied to selected tractor engine, combine engine, compact equipment engine, equipment power train and chassis systems.
Demonstrate basic diagnostic and repair concepts applied to selected electrical components and systems of agricultural tractors, combines and equipment regardless of its manufacture.
Demonstrate basic diagnostic and repair concepts applied to selected hydraulic components and systems utilizing the ISO information and standards for procedures.
Interact effectively by displaying flexibility, honesty, teamwork, respect, and sensitivity for customers.
Communicate effectively through active listening, in oral, written, and electronic format with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
Assume responsibility for continuing education requirements for new technologies and career advancement.

Check out the 2012-13 Farm Power Assessment Report for information on how this program assures that its students are attaining learning outcomes.

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Placement and Wage Information

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Cost

Program Tuition & Fees*			$14,200
(4 semester program/average tuition cost per semester, $3,550.00)
Other Required Costs
Books/Tools (estimated)			$2,195
*All costs listed are estimated and are subject to change at any time. Students will receive final costs at the time of course registration each semester.