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Construction and Forestry Technology
Contacts: Steve Pearson, John Alvin Jr.
The Construction and Forestry Technology Program is a two-year program leading to an Associate of Applied Science Degree. The program develops the technical competency and professional attributes of students to prepare graduates for high-paying and rewarding jobs as John Deere construction and forestry equipment technicians.
The program begins fall quarter of each year. The total program is designed to be completed in six quarters. Each specialized subject is studied in the classroom and laboratory on campus. Cooperative Work Experience is also included in the curriculum. Students are selected to participate in the Construction and Forestry Equipment Technology program through an interview process with a sponsor John Deere Construction and Forestry Equipment Dealership. Selected students will receive assistance with tuition and tools from the sponsor dealership.
Student Learning Outcomes: Students who successfully complete an Associate of Applied Science degree in Construction and Forestry Equipment Technology program will:
- Achieve a high level of craftsmanship and professionalism.
- Inspect, diagnose, and conduct failure analysis and preventive maintenance inspections during repairs.
- Use service resources effectively.
- Apply fundamental skills and concepts to unfamiliar situations.
- Provide superior customer service.
- Follow safe shop practices.
- Select and maintain appropriate tools.
- Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, and practice productive interpersonal relations.
- Use service advisor and PM Pro.
The Associate of Applied Science degree requires completion of English composition (WR 121), speech and math, usually in the first year, to acquire the degree in two years. Only students beginning their program during the fall term can be assured of completing the program in two years. Students enrolling at other times may need more than six terms to complete degree requirements.
Mechanical Processes is required for all Construction and Forestry Equipment Technology majors and must be taken concurrently with their major field of study. Course content may be challenged for full or partial credit.
The program is conducted in modern, well-equipped classrooms and laboratory/shops. The 25,000-square-foot Heavy Equipment Mechanics/Diesel facility houses a dynamometer and heavy-duty engine rebuilding lab. Students also have a large area where they can work on construction and forestry equipment and components.
The Construction and Forestry Technology program is accredited by The AED Foundation.
