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(Associate of Applied Science Degree)

The Powersports Technology program prepares individuals to perform maintenance, troubleshooting and overhaul of the major components of on-road and off-road powersports equipment.  Instruction is provided in the classroom on theory, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of wheels, brakes, operating controls, steering, suspension, electrical circuitry, electronic/mechanical engines, and manual/automatic shift transmissions.  In order to participate in the Powersports Technology program, each student must be sponsored by a Missouri Powersport Dealers Association member who provides four required internship experiences unless an exception is approved.

Enrollment in the Powersports Technology program is limited and students are selected for this program on a competitive basis.  Contact the Office of Admissions for the specific application requirements and deadline.

Graduates of the two-year Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS) program will have the technical competencies required to be productive in an entry-level powersports technician position.  They can expect to find employment with original equipment manufacturer dealers, independent powersports sales and service shops, golf course maintenance shops, and government agencies involved in natural resource management. 

It is a graduation requirement of the Powersports Technology (PST) program for students to earn a grade of “C” or better in all “Core Curriculum” and “Program Requirement” courses.

Program Mission
The mission of the Powersports Technology program is to provide students with the opportunity to develop the technical and interpersonal skills necessary to succeed in today’s powersports industry.

Program Goals
The goals of the program are to provide opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate:

• Electrical knowledge and skills needed to repair and maintain on-road and off-road powersports equipment.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to repair, maintain and troubleshoot two-stroke and four-stroke engines.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to repair, maintain and troubleshoot drive train, suspension, and hydraulic brake systems as they relate to on-road and off-road powersports equipment.
• Critical thinking skills used in troubleshooting.
• Oral and written communication skills needed in the powersports industry.

Program Assessments

• Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency (CAAP)

• National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI)
   

PST  100  Introduction to Powersports Technology.  This course introduces and illustrates all components of powersports equipment.  Safety, environmental protection, tool usage, fasteners, and gaskets are covered.  2 credit hours.

PST  110  Preventive Maintenance & Inspection.  This course includes instruction in lubrication and cooling systems of powersports equipment.  Students learn how air-cooled and liquid-cooled systems work as well as the major parts of both two-stroke and four-stroke engine lubrication systems and how these systems are serviced.  Types and characteristics of motor oil, coolants, gearbox systems, radiator caps, and thermostats are covered.  2 credit hours.

PST  120  Electrical I.  This course includes instruction in battery, charging, and ignition systems of powersports equipment.  The use of electricity to provide the source of starting and operating power as well as the operation and design of common ignition systems are covered.  Vacuum, centrifugal advance, half-wave and full-wave rectification, alternators, regulators, batteries, and AC charging systems are included.  2 credit hours.

PST  130  Accessory Systems.  This course includes instruction in the fundamentals and troubleshooting of accessory systems used on powersports equipment.  Lighting systems, warning devices, communication systems, and cruise control are covered.  The importance of switches in electrical circuits is emphasized.  2 credit hours.

PST  140  Wheels, Tires, & Brakes.  This course includes instruction in powersports equipment front and rear wheels, tires, and brake systems.  Types of wheels; wheel inspection; repacking wheel bearings; wheel removal, installation, lacing, truing, straightening, balancing, and troubleshooting are covered.  Types of tires, tire removal, flat repair, and tire installation are included.  Students learn the operating principles of mechanical drum and hydraulic disc brake systems and how inspection, troubleshooting, and repairs are performed.  The advantages of anti-lock brake systems (ABS) and linked braking systems (LBS) are explored.  2 credit hours.

PST  145  Frame & Suspension Systems.  This course includes instruction on powersports equipment frame and suspension system designs and how they affect performance and dependability.  Fundamental inspection, service, repair, and troubleshooting procedures on frames and suspension systems are covered.  2 credit hours.

PST  150  Engine I.  This course includes instruction on two-stroke engines for powersports equipment.  Engine parts, installation, initial starting, break-in, inspection, diagnosis, tune-up, general service, reconditioning, and reassembly are covered.  Ignition system, fuel system, and valve train adjustments are included.  2 credit hours.

PST  175  Engine II.  This course includes instruction on four-stroke engines for powersports equipment.  Engine parts, installation, initial starting, break-in, inspection, diagnosis, tune-up, general service, reconditioning, and reassembly are covered.  Ignition system, fuel system, and valve train adjustments are included.  Prerequisite:  PST 150.  2 credit hours.

PST  190  Internship I.  In order to participate in the Powersports Technology internship, each student must be sponsored by a powersports employer who provides this required supervised experience.  Students are required to work a minimum of eight weeks and perform a variety of tasks.  Program objectives, students’ educational objectives, and employer’s on-the-job training capabilities determine internship content and objectives.  A training agreement between the employer, the student and the college is required.  The student will submit a weekly summary of activities (tasks performed).  Prerequisite:  Department Chair approval.  4 credit hours.

PST  210  Power Transmission Systems.  This course includes instruction on the various types of powersports equipment primary drives, clutches, transmissions, and final drives that are used to achieve the desired gear reduction, speed, and engine torque multiplication.  Inspection, diagnosis, adjustment, overhaul, and reassembly procedures are covered.  2 credit hours.

PST  220  Electrical II & Electronics.  This course includes instruction on the safety precautions and knowledge required to service powersports equipment electrical and electronic systems.  Electrical and electronic theory, system design and operation, the proper use of test equipment, and the procedures used to diagnose and repair electrical and electronic problems are covered.  Prerequisite:  PST 120.  3 credit hours.

PST  230  Job Estimating, Troubleshooting, & Diagnostics.  This course includes instruction on diagnosing and troubleshooting problems and estimating the time and cost involved with repairs of powersports equipment.  2 credit hours.

PST  240  The Business of Powersports.  This course includes instruction on powersports career opportunities, storing equipment, procedures for returning equipment to service after storage, safety issues and procedures, and original equipment manufacturer warranty policies.  2 credit hours.

PST  250  Engine III.  This course includes instruction on the variations in powersports equipment four-stroke and two-stroke engines and their components.  Inspection, servicing, and repair procedures are covered.  The importance of organization and using correct procedures during the removal and disassembly of engines, primary drives, transmissions, and final drives are covered including common problems and special disassembly methods.  Prerequisite:  PST 175.  4 credit hours.

PST  270  Internship II.  In order to participate in the Powersports Technology internship, each student must be sponsored by a powersports employer who provides this required supervised experience.  Students are required to work a minimum of eight weeks and perform a variety of tasks.  Program objectives, students’ educational objectives, and employer’s on-the-job training capabilities determine internship content and objectives.  A training agreement between the employer, the student and the college is required.  The student will submit a weekly summary of activities (tasks performed).  Prerequisite:  Department Chair approval.  4 credit hours.

PST  280  Internship III.  In order to participate in the Powersports Technology internship, each student must be sponsored by a powersports employer who provides this required supervised experience.  Students are required to work a minimum of eight weeks and perform a variety of tasks.  Program objectives, students’ educational objectives, and employer’s on-the-job training capabilities determine internship content and objectives.  A training agreement between the employer, the student and the college is required.  The student will submit a weekly summary of activities (tasks performed).  Prerequisite:  Department Chair approval.  4 credit hours.

PST  290  Internship IV.  In order to participate in the Powersports Technology internship, each student must be sponsored by a powersports employer who provides this required supervised experience.  Students are required to work a minimum of eight weeks and perform a variety of tasks.  Program objectives, students’ educational objectives, and employer’s on-the-job training capabilities determine internship content and objectives.  A training agreement between the employer, the student and the college is required.  The student will submit a weekly summary of activities (tasks performed).  Prerequisite:  Department Chair approval.  4 credit hours.

PST  299  Special Topics in Powersports Technology.  Special Topics in Powersports Technology (PST) may include instruction on topics not covered in other PST courses.  Topics covered in other PST courses may also be covered in more depth in this special topics course.  Projects may be undertaken in any area related to the major program with credit hours determined by the level and amount of involvement.  The minimum involvement required for one credit is 30 contact hours.  The specific topic(s), objectives, plan of instruction, and evaluation criteria must be documented in the syllabus; approved by the Department/Division Chair; and filed in the Academic Records Office.  Students may complete more than one Special Topics course, provided that the credits earned in this manner do not exceed a total of four (4) credits.  1-4 credit hours.