Powersports Technology
From ATVs and boats to farm and outdoor equipment, the Powersports Technology program at State Tech trains the technicians who keep engines running and adventures moving. Students gain hands-on experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and overhauling the major systems of powersports, agricultural, outdoor power, and marine equipment. Coursework covers everything from hydraulics and suspension to electrical circuitry and marine drives.
Students earn certifications in two-stroke and four-stroke gasoline engines, diesel engines, drivelines, electrical systems, and marine technologies, all while learning from instructors with real-world industry experience. Through strong industry partnerships and internship opportunities, students graduate with in-demand technical and professional skills.
Whether pursuing a career as a technician, adjuster, service writer, or sales representative, graduates are prepared to make an immediate impact at OEM dealerships, independent shops, golf course maintenance operations, rental companies, and government agencies.
At State Tech, you don’t just repair machines, you keep the world in motion.
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Why Study Powersports at State Tech
Job Demand
The demand for skilled powersports technicians has never been higher, as the popularity of ATVs, motorcycles, side-by-sides, and personal watercraft continues to grow across the country. Dealerships, repair shops, and manufacturers are seeking graduates who can diagnose, repair, and maintain these high-performance machines. With the rise of outdoor recreation and adventure sports, employers are struggling to keep up with customer demand for service and customization, making this field one of the most exciting and opportunity-filled career paths. State Tech Powersports graduates step directly into careers with excellent pay and advancement potential in a thriving industry.
Hands-on Education
This program prepares students to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and overhauls on major components of powersports, agricultural, outdoor power, and marine equipment. Graduates will gain in-depth knowledge of systems including wheels, brakes, operating controls, steering, hydraulics, suspension, electrical circuits, electronic and mechanical engines, manual and automatic transmissions, and marine drives.
Graduate Job-Ready
Graduates will gain in-depth knowledge of systems including wheels, brakes, operating controls, steering, hydraulics, suspension, electrical circuits, electronic and mechanical engines, manual and automatic transmissions, and marine drives. Students can earn certifications in two-stroke and four-stroke gasoline engines, diesel engines, drivelines, electrical systems, and marine powersports.
What you'll learn
- Two-stroke and four-stroke gasoline engines
- Diesel engines
- Drivelines
- Electrical systems
- Marine powersports
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Program Details
Highlights
- One of the best-equipped shops in the state.
- Become certified in two-stroke and four-stroke gasoline engines, diesel engines, drivelines, and electrical.
- Additional certifications available for Marine Outboard Systems through our partnership with Yamaha TSP.
Interesting Courses
The Powersports Technology program is accredited by the Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC) in Two-Stroke and Four-Stroke Engines, Electrical, Compact Diesel Engines, and Driveline/Hydraulics. All students will have the opportunity to become certified through EETC in these systems. The degree program and its options are also accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).
Concentrations
Students seeking an Associate of Applied Science degree may choose from two options. Both options give students a solid foundation in servicing, selecting, and selling powersports, agricultural, outdoor power, and marine equipment and machinery along with computer, communication, and mathematical skills. The General Option includes instruction on all the systems of powersports, agricultural, outdoor power, and marine units. The Agriculture & Turf Equipment Option is designed for students with career goals that are more focused on the agriculture or turf industry. Students in this option select elective courses such as agribusiness; equipment operation and maintenance; pest, weed, and disease control; irrigation and erosion control; reel and rotary technology; turfgrass management; or commercial site contracting.
Career Possibilities
- Sales & Service Shops
- Agricultural Equipment Dealers
- Government Agencies
- Marine & Powersport Dealers
Truly hands-on education
We believe time-on-task has to be part of your education. That means time spent learning from experienced instructors in real-world environments and real-world situations. That’s why the State Tech campus is home to more than 50 labs, an automotive bay, aviation hangar, and 40+ acres of land dedicated to our heavy equipment operations program.
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