Deere Construction & Forestry Equipment Tech

You will be successful in our John Deere Construction & Forestry Equipment Tech program if you:

• have high mechanical ability and basic math skills
• have good communication skills (must be able to read, understand and follow written directions; must be able to read manuals and computer-generated instructions; and must be able to express oneself clearly verbally)
• are computer proficient and detail-oriented
• are a “mind-on” and a “hands-on” person
• have the ability to work on a team
• have high spatial relations ability (can visualize three dimensionally)
• are a sequential and analytical thinker
• can multi-task and stay on task until a job is completed

You can start the John Deere Construction and Forestry Equipment Tech program in the Fall term. Follow these steps to finish your application:

1. Want to learn more about SCC? Come see how SCC will help you achieve Your Path to Possible! Schedule a campus visit!
2. Need help exploring career opportunities or navigating the admissions process? Schedule an appointment with an Admissions Counselor.
3. Ready to apply? Complete an Application for Admission.
4. Submit ACT, SAT, Next Generation Accuplacer, or Accuplacer test scores (reading and math) or official college transcripts showing completion of post-secondary coursework in English and math to the Admissions Office at any SCC location.
5. Complete and Submit the Dealer Approval Form (PDF) to Admissions at admissions@southeast.edu.

In addition, you are required to provide or purchase a tool set while you are in the program. You may purchase the tools from a vendor of your choice but realize the cost of the tools varies depending on the vendor. Each term has different tool requirements.