Title: Small Engine Technology II (20110-II)

Demonstrating Personal Qualities and Abilities
  Demonstrate creativity and innovation.
  Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving.
  Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.
  Demonstrate integrity.
  Demonstrate work ethic.
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Demonstrating Interpersonal Skills
  Demonstrate conflict-resolution skills.
  Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.
  Demonstrate respect for diversity.
  Demonstrate customer service skills.
  Collaborate with team members.
Demonstrating Professional Competencies
  Demonstrate big-picture thinking.
  Demonstrate career- and life-management skills.
  Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability.
  Manage time and resources.
  Demonstrate information-literacy skills.
  Demonstrate an understanding of information security.
  Maintain working knowledge of current information-technology (IT) systems.
  Demonstrate proficiency with technologies, tools, and machines common to a specific occupation.
  Apply mathematical skills to job-specific tasks.
  Demonstrate professionalism.
  Demonstrate reading and writing skills.
  Demonstrate workplace safety.
Examining All Aspects of an Industry
  Examine aspects of planning within an industry/organization.
  Examine aspects of management within an industry/organization.
  Examine aspects of financial responsibility within an industry/organization.
  Examine technical and production skills required of workers within an industry/organization.
  Examine principles of technology that underlie an industry/organization.
  Examine labor issues related to an industry/organization.
  Examine community issues related to an industry/organization.
  Examine health, safety, and environmental issues related to an industry/organization.
Addressing Elements of Student Life
  Identify the purposes and goals of the student organization.
  Explain the benefits and responsibilities of membership in the student organization as a student and in professional/civic organizations as an adult.
  Demonstrate leadership skills through participation in student organization activities, such as meetings, programs, and projects.
  Identify Internet safety issues and procedures for complying with acceptable use standards.
Exploring Work-Based Learning
  Identify the types of work-based learning (WBL) opportunities.
  (Optional) Reflect on lessons learned during the WBL experience.
  Explore career opportunities related to the WBL experience.
  (Optional) Participate in a WBL experience, when appropriate.
Applying Safety Practices on the Job
  Identify marked safety areas.
  Maintain a clean and orderly lab and work area according to OSHA standards.
  Identify the location and use of industry-accepted safety devices.
  Identify the location of the posted evacuation routes.
  Demonstrate knowledge of safety data sheets (SDS).
  Demonstrate the safe use of chemicals
  Demonstrate the safe use of standard and metric hand tools.
  Demonstrate the safe use of power tools.
  Demonstrate the safe use of lab equipment, lifting equipment, and blocking equipment.
  Demonstrate the safe use of diagnostic and testing equipment.
  Demonstrate the safe use of standard and metric precision measuring tools.
  Demonstrate the safe use of protective clothing and equipment.
  Demonstrate the safe use of fire protection equipment.
  Demonstrate the safe use of outdoor power equipment.
  Follow safety standards and regulations of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Equipment and Engine Training Council (EETC), and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Performing Lab Operations
  Maintain a daily and weekly work schedule.
  Maintain a time record for each lab job.
  Determine economic feasibility of repair.
  Write a service order.
  Calculate labor cost using a flat rate manual.
  Identify the importance of a work order.
  Interpret a manufacturers illustrated parts lists (IPL) and schematics.
  Prepare warranty reports.
  (Optional) Adhere to inventory controls.
  (Optional) Demonstrate understanding of cutting attachment operation, replacement, and sharpening.
  Prepare equipment for delivery.
Diagnosing and Troubleshooting a Four-Stroke Engine
  Determine wear on internal engine parts, using precision standard and metric measuring tools.
  Service an engine cylinder.
  Diagnose compression problems.
  Reassemble a long block.
  Evaluate diagnostic repair on four-stroke engine components.
Diagnosing and Troubleshooting the Fuel System
  Service the fuel system on two- and four-stroke engines.
  Describe the components and operation of an electronic fuel injection system.
Diagnosing and Troubleshooting the General Electrical System
  (Optional) Service a direct current (DC) electric starter and/or generator.
  Troubleshoot the charging circuit, using a manufacturers guide.
  Service the starter and/or generator pulley and belt.
  Service the alternator.
  Explain how alternating current (AC) is converted to DC voltage.
  Service alternator components.
  Service the starting circuit.
  Repair signs of corrosion or damage in an electrical system.
Diagnosing and Troubleshooting the Ignition System
  Service a magneto system.
  Explain the operation of an electronic ignition system.
Diagnosing and Troubleshooting Two-Stroke Engines
  Diagnose two-stroke engine component failure.
  Determine wear on internal engine parts using precision standard and metric measuring tools.
Repairing Fasteners
  Repair damaged thread using a tap and die set.
  Repair damaged thread using thread inserts.
Diagnosing and Troubleshooting Small-Engine Equipment
  (Optional) Adjust operator controls.
  (Optional) Service belt drives.
  (Optional) Identify power take-off (PTO) systems.
  Install valve train components.
  (Optional) Identify the five major categories of failure analysis for two- and four-stroke engines.
Performing Thermal Cutting Processes and Welding Operations
  (Optional) Use an oxy-acetylene torch.
  (Optional) Operate gas metal arc welding equipment.
  (Optional) Operate manual plasma arc cutting equipment.
Maintaining Wheels and Tires
  (Optional) Inspect tire condition.
  (Optional) Service a wheel.
  (Optional) Repair an off-road tire, using an internal patch or plug.
  (Optional) Repair an on-road tire.
Additional Course Information
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