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Diesel Technology - Farm

Welcome

The Diesel Technology-Farm Program stays in harmony with the changes that are taking place in the farming industry and incorporating these new technological advances into our program is what makes our graduate a cut above the rest.

Electronics is invading all phases of the farming industry. And our students are learning basic electronics and its application to farm machinery. In addition, our students are instructed on the latest innovations in hydraulics, power trains, engines, and fuel injection.

• We invite you to learn more about what this program has to offer.
• Please contact us if you have any additional questions.

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Overview

The Diesel Technology – Farm Program is a six quarter (18 month) program. The student is on campus in lecture/lab courses during five of those six quarters. The fourth quarter involves a unique opportunity for the student to demonstrate the knowledge he/she has learned on campus at a Cooperative Education work station. During this Cooperative Education experience the student is paid; helping offset the costs of college.

All tuition, fees, books, required tools, and related costs are the responsibility of the student. See estimated cost list.

The Diesel Technology – Farm Program at Southeast Community College is fully accredited by the State of Nebraska and by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Upon successful completion of the program the student will be awarded an Associate of Applied Science Degree.

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Mission

Program Mission Statement:

The mission of the Diesel Technology - Farm Equipment program is to prepare individuals for employment as high quality entry-level agricultural equipment service technicians in agricultural equipment dealerships.

The Diesel Technology-Farm Program Goals:

• Provide technical training in the area of agricultural equipment service; specifically engines, power train systems, mobile hydraulic systems, electrical/electronic systems, heating & air-conditioning systems, fuel systems, tillage equipment, planting equipment, and harvesting equipment.
• Provide an effective training program that meets the employment needs of agricultural equipment dealerships.
• Provide students with safe working habits so as not to injure themselves,
  others, or personal property.
• Instill in the student a sense of punctuality and time management.

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Requirements

• Complete the Application for Admission and return it to SCC-Milford Campus. The students accepted for this class will be chosen on a first come first served basis.
• All applicants are responsible for scheduling an appointment to take the COMPASS test. Diesel Technology - Farm Pre-tests will be in the areas of writing, reading, and math. ACT scores may be accepted. Please call the SCC-Milford Campus Assessment Office, 402-761-8202 or 1-800-933-7223, Ext. 8202 for an appointment.
• Applicants with satisfactory test scores will be contacted to proceed with the college admission process. Those applicants, who did not achieve satisfactory scores, will be notified as soon as possible regarding their status and recommendations for correcting deficiencies.
• You will be notified by mail whether or not you have been selected for the program. Those selected will also receive additional information from SCC-Milford Campus regarding registration and orientation.

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Student Responsibilities

• Attain a minimum grade of 2.0 in each prerequisite program course to continue.
• Maintain attendance standards according to college policy.
• Wear safety glasses while on campus and during cooperative work experience at the dealership.
• Participate in all learning activities at the scheduled times.
• Provide sponsoring dealer during Cooperative Education with responsible and productive employment.
• Be responsible for program costs: tuition, fees, books, and tools.

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Cooperative Education

Students at Southeast Community College are employed by area businesses and industries and have the opportunity to "learn whle doing" through the College's Cooperative Education Experience.

Students will work in positions related to their career goals. Student objectives are established through mutual agreement by the student, the employer, and the cooperative education experience coordinator.
Progress is evaluated at designated time(s) during the period of employment.

How Cooperative Education Works

Southeast Community College's Cooperative Education Experience is designed for students who have completed specific courses in their program of study and have achieved a grade point average of at least 2.0 on a scale of 4.0.

Coordinators work closely with employers and students to determine the optimum Cooperative Education arrangement.

The student registers for the Cooperative Education Experience and earns college credit while being paid a salary for the cooperative experience; the salary is set by the employer and agreed upon by the student.

Cooperative Education Benefits

• A unique opportunity to apply what is learned on campus to "Real World" situations in the student's sponsoring dealership
• The student will earn a wage which will help offset college expenses
• Regular Coop Ed visitations by program instructors to insure Student Success
• Good Student Coop Ed experience + Good Sponsor Coop Ed experience = Full Time Employment