Small Engine Repair
Overview
Gain a working knowledge of types and operation of small engines, engine service, and repair of outdoor power equipment.
From lawnmowers to go-carts, to weed-eaters – if it has a small engine, learn to troubleshoot, repair, and even rebuild if necessary. The practical, hands-on learning experience from this course will provide benefits that last a lifetime. Whether you repair small engines for a living or just keep up with your own equipment, the class will easily pay for itself many times over. In about six weeks, you can have a working knowledge of types and operation of small engines, engine service, and repair of outdoor power equipment. Small engine repair professionals can earn over $20 an hour with experience.
A list of tools with a cost of approximately $100 will be given on the first day of the class.
The South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association's Auto Tech Development Program provides students with scholarships, job placement, and a free set of tools worth almost $10,000. The article "Expanding access to automotive careers in South Carolina" details how it is fill openings for automotive technicians in South Carolina.
How to Enroll
To pursue this certificate, please click on the courses below to see availability. You can register for courses online, and you do not have to apply to the college!
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Questions?
Call 803.732.0432 to talk to us about this program, or email cce@midlandstech.edu
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
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| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
| CEUs | Class Hours | Course Title | Cost |
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| 4.50 | 45 |
Small Engine Mechanic Gain a working knowledge of types and operation of small engines, engine service, repair of outdoor power equipment, engine tune-up procedures, and troubleshooting methods, engine failure analysis, engine performance measurement, engine system and engine rebuild procedures. See www.midlandstech.edu for required tools. Lots of hands-on learning/training. Classroom ID: CESME-506 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$499.00 |
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Estimated Cost
Tuition Assistance
$499.00
Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Enter the Workforce
Work for yourself or for a small business repairing gas trimmers, chainsaws, push riding mowers, and more.