Cape May County Technical High School

Small Engine Technology Level 1

Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to a variety of career opportunities in the
power equipment, motorcycle, marine, small engine, and other related industries
utilizing industry related resources that will serve them both in their professional and
personal lives. Small Engine Technology is a three year program that includes shop
and personal safety, tools and equipment, preparing vehicle for service and customer,
personal standards, work habits and work ethic.

Course Objective:
Small Engine 1 provides industry safety as students are prepared for entry-level
positions in the field. Students are able to diagnose problems on small engines such as
ATVs, motorcycles and Jet Skis, then develop and implement a plan to repair. Small
Engine 1 students will develop skills in engine repair diagnosis, removal and
reinstallation, cylinders, lubrication and cooling systems.
Students will comply with personal and environmental safety practices associated with
clothing; eye protection; hand tools; power equipment; proper ventilation; and handling,
storage and disposal of chemicals/materials in accordance with local, state, and federal
safety and environmental regulations. Students who complete this course will continue
to Level 2

Course Requirements:
Students are required to pass all quizzes and tests, complete all projects in accordance
with stated specifications, and demonstrate a competency using industry related
resources and equipment.

Criteria for Assessing Student Performance:

 Class Participation – 50%
 Projects – 30%
 Tests/Quizzes – 20%
Benchmark: Mid-term and Final Exams are independently graded
New Jersey Student Learning Standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics,
and 8.1 and 8.2 Technology Standards; 21st Century Life and Careers Standards that
include: Career Ready Practices; 9.1 Personal Financial Literacy; 9.2 Career
Awareness, Exploration, and Preparation; 9.3 Career and Technical Education

Textbooks, Software:
 Industry journals
 User manuals
 Technology research to locate relevant resources to support their applications
diagnosis and solving

188 Crest Haven Road, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 Updated: 2017
 Cape May County Technical High School

Small Engine Technology Level 2

Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to a variety of career opportunities in the
power equipment, motorcycle, marine, small engine, and other related industries
utilizing industry related resources that will serve them both in their professional and
personal lives. Small Engine Technology is a three year program that includes shop
and personal safety, tools and equipment, preparing vehicle for service and customer,
personal standards, work habits and work ethic.

Course Objective:
Small Engine 2 provides industry safety as students are prepared for entry-level
positions in in the field. Students are able to diagnose problems on small engines such
as ATVs, motorcycles and Jet Skis, then develop and implement a plan to repair. Small
Engine 2 students will develop skills in electrical systems, battery systems, starting
systems, charging systems, lighting systems, and engine performance including fuel
and exhaust systems. Students will comply with personal and environmental safety
practices associated with clothing; eye protection; hand tools; power equipment; proper
ventilation; and handling, storage and disposal of chemicals/materials in accordance
with local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations. Students who
complete this course will continue to Level 3.

Course Requirements:
Students are required to pass all quizzes and tests, complete all projects in accordance
with stated specifications, and demonstrate a competency using industry related
resources and equipment.
Criteria for Assessing Student Performance:
 Class Participation – 50%
 Projects – 30%
 Tests/Quizzes – 20%
Benchmark: Mid-term and Final Exams are independently graded

New Jersey Student Learning Standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics,
and 8.1 and 8.2 Technology Standards; 21st Century Life and Careers Standards that
include: Career Ready Practices; 9.1 Personal Financial Literacy; 9.2 Career
Awareness, Exploration, and Preparation; 9.3 Career and Technical Education

Textbooks, Software:
 Industry journals
 User manuals
 Technology research to locate relevant resources to support their applications
diagnosis and solving

188 Crest Haven Road, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 Updated: 2017
 Cape May County Technical High School

Small Engine Technology Level 3

Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to a variety of career opportunities in the
power equipment, motorcycle, marine, small engine, and other related industries
utilizing industry related resources that will serve them both in their professional and
personal lives. Small Engine Technology is a three year program that includes shop
and personal safety, tools and equipment, preparing vehicle for service and customer,
personal standards, work habits and work ethic.

Course Objective:
Small Engine 3 provides industry safety as students are prepared for entry-level
positions in in the field. Students are able to diagnose problems on small engines such
as ATVs, motorcycles and Jet Skis then develop and implement a plan to repair. Small
Engine 3 students will develop skills in chassis, suspension and steering diagnosis and
repair, wheel alignment diagnosis adjustment & repair, wheel & tire diagnosis & repair,
and advanced engine diagnostics of fuel & ignition management and related systems.
Students will comply with personal and environmental safety practices associated with
clothing; eye protection; hand tools; power equipment; proper ventilation; and handling,
storage and disposal of chemicals/materials in accordance with local, state, and federal
safety and environmental regulations.

Course Requirements:
Students are required to pass all quizzes and tests, complete all projects in accordance
with stated specifications, and demonstrate a competency using industry related
resources and equipment.

Criteria for Assessing Student Performance:

 Class Participation – 50%
 Projects – 30%
 Tests/Quizzes – 20%
Benchmark: Mid-term and Final Exams are independently graded
New Jersey Student Learning Standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics,
and 8.1 and 8.2 Technology Standards; 21st Century Life and Careers Standards that
include: Career Ready Practices; 9.1 Personal Financial Literacy; 9.2 Career
Awareness, Exploration, and Preparation; 9.3 Career and Technical Education

NOCTI for course completion

Textbooks, Software:
 Industry journals
 User manuals
 Technology research to locate relevant resources to support their applications
diagnosis and solving

188 Crest Haven Road, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 Updated: 2017