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Farm Equipment & Diesel Technology

Iowa Lakes Community College

Associate's DegreeAcademic

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Credits

72 credits

Format

In-Person

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Where this program is offered

  • Iowa

    Iowa

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populated·from O*NET via SOC 49-3041.00

Skills

RepairingEquipment MaintenanceTroubleshootingOperation and ControlCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingOperations MonitoringQuality Control Analysis

Knowledge

MechanicalCustomer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguageComputers and ElectronicsEngineering and Technology

Abilities

Manual DexterityFinger DexterityControl PrecisionMultilimb CoordinationProblem SensitivityVisualizationNear VisionDeductive ReasoningArm-Hand SteadinessExtent Flexibility

Tasks

  • Reassemble machines and equipment following repair, testing operation and making adjustments, as nec
  • Maintain, repair, and overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, and irriga
  • Examine and listen to equipment, read inspection reports, and confer with customers to locate and di

Technology

Facilities management softwareData base user interface and query softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareElectronic mail software

Tools

Adjustable end wrenchesAir wrenchesAngle grindersArc weldersAutomated lathesAutomatic center punchesAviation snipsBearing pullersBench grindersBench mount drill pressesC clampsCircular wire gaugesClamp-on bench visesClamping dial indicatorClick type torque wrenches

Work Values

SupportIndependenceAchievementWorking ConditionsRelationshipsRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOCOccupationMethodWageGrowthOpenings
Match confidence: medium49-3041.00Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicianstitle_inference$52,080 median$76,860 top+11.03%430
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Associate's Degree)

  • Tractor and harvester mechanical systems — diagnose and repair common malfunctions in engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems with limited oversight in a field or shop setting.
  • Defective parts replacement — remove and replace worn or broken components using hand tools, grinders, and welding equipment independently on routine repair jobs at a service center.
  • Electrical wiring and components — test, solder, and replace faulty electrical circuits and sensors using test meters and soldering equipment on mid-complexity farm equipment without constant supervision.
  • Customer communication and active listening — confer with customers to gather equipment symptom descriptions and translate those details into accurate diagnostic work orders in a dealership service environment.
  • Reassembly and post-repair testing — reassemble overhauled machinery, conduct operational tests, and make necessary adjustments to confirm equipment meets performance specifications after routine repairs.
  • Irrigation system maintenance — inspect, maintain, and repair irrigation system components including pumps and valves, following manufacturer guidelines with minimal supervision in agricultural field conditions.
  • Repair history records — maintain accurate digital records of repairs completed, parts consumed, and labor time using spreadsheet or service management software at a regional farm equipment dealership.
  • Troubleshooting familiar fault patterns — apply systematic diagnostic logic to identify root causes of recurring mechanical and hydraulic issues on tractors and combines in a familiar service context.
  • Lubrication and preventive maintenance programs — execute scheduled maintenance plans independently, including greasing, fluid checks, and belt inspections, across a range of farm equipment models.
  • Quality control checks — perform post-repair quality inspections against service standards and flag nonconforming work before equipment is returned to the customer at a service facility.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
83%
Placement Rate
46%