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Power Sports Certificate
Program Available at:
- Cedar Valley
Transferrable to:
- University of Texas Dallas (UTD)
Catalog Year 2024-2025 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Level 1 Certificate
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI May be Exempt
For more information, visit the Dallas College Power Sports and Equipment Technology webpage and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Power Sports and Equipment Technology – Power Sports Certificate. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn a certificate in Power Sports. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official certificate requirements.
This program is designed to train students to meet entry-level requirements in the field of motorcycle, ATV/UTV, side by side, outboard, and personal watercraft mechanics. This will include diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of foreign and domestic motorcycle and powersport equipment. Included in this program is the study of fuel, ignition and electrical systems, engine overhaul and. tune-up, chassis, and drive systems. Throughout the entire program an emphasis is placed on the latest factory recommended techniques. Courses that complete the certificate and the Power Sports Occupational Skills Award (OSA) are noted below.
Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official certificate requirements.
CERTIFICATE MINIMUM: 28 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
CHOOSE ONE:
- MTRC 1405 – Motorcycle Service Principles (Course also applies to OSA) OR
- SMER 1404 – Marine Equipment Service Principles (Course also applies to OSA)
CHOOSE ONE:
- MTRC 1402 – Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair (Course also applies to OSA) OR
- SMER 1401 – Marine Systems Maintenance and Repair (Course also applies to OSA)
CHOOSE ONE:
- MTRC 1419 – Motorcycle Four Stroke Engine/Transmission (Course also applies to OSA) OR
- SMER 1407 – Marine Engine Overhaul (Course also applies to OSA)
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with your success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
- Meet with your success coach to apply for the Power Sports Occupational Skills Award.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 2
CHOOSE ONE:
CHOOSE ONE:
MTRC 1408 – Motorcycle Chassis and Drive Systems
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic and career path and program of study.
- Meet with a faculty advisor or success coach regarding placement for the Cooperative course, if needed.
- Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER – SUMMER SESSION
CHOOSE ONE:
- MTRC 1191 – Special Topics in Motorcycle Mechanics and Repairer
- SMER 1191 – Special Topics in Small Engine Mechanic and Repairer
CHOOSE ONE:
- MTRC 1380 – Cooperative Education-Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician OR
- SMER 1380 – Cooperative Education-Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician OR
- MTRC 1366 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician OR
- SMER 1366 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician The practicum/cooperative education course is the capstone course for this award.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Power Sports Certificate.
Total Hours: 4
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 28 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS