Agricultural Equipment Technician 20

Students learn about the latest in agriculture technology and how to troubleshoot and repair farm equipment.

Due to the seasonal nature of this course, it is only offered in Semester 1. Sask DLC coordinates the work placement at an agriculture equipment dealership.

Prerequisite

None

Delivered

Online Asynchronous

Credits

PAA 20 or Elective 20

What Will I Learn?

In AET 20 students are introduced to small and large agriculture equipment with a focus on safety. The course covers the latest technology in agricultural machinery, as well as the tools and materials needed for maintenance as you explore what it’s like to be part of this in-demand career. During the work placement, you will gain experience in equipment upkeep, diagnosing and repairing common problems.

This course consists of:

  • 50 hours of online theory to be completed from September to mid-November

  • 50 hours of work placement which consists of:

    • 40 to 50 hours of a work placement at a local ag equipment dealership to be completed from mid-November to the end of the semester. Sask DLC will coordinate the work placement.

    • optional AET Learning Camp at Saskatchewan Polytechnic (typically held in December).

    • If you choose not to attend Learning Camp, you simply complete all 50 hours at the work placement.

Given the seasonal nature of the ag industry, this course is only offered in Semester 1.

Work placements provide students an opportunity to see if a trade career might be right for them. This is only possible with the support of our partners, the North American Equipment Dealers Association, Canada Equipment Dealers Foundation and Saskatchewan Polytechnic.

All students, parents and mentors are encouraged to familiarize themselves with our work placement policy.

We will do our best to find a local work placement; however, we may not be able to accommodate placements in all situations, and/or some travel may be required. 
Travel is at the student’s expense. If you have questions about work placements or Sask DLC courses, email helpdesk@saskDLC.ca or call our main office at 306-252-1000.

Units of Study

Agricultural industry, equipment and dealerships

Safety and hazardous materials

Hand and power tools

Ag fasteners, oils and lubricants

Career opportunities

Work placement

Exams

No Proctored Exams

What is a proctor?

Course Materials

You Will Need

Students are responsible for any necessary workplace attire/materials (i.e. steel-toed work boots, coveralls, etc.)

Travel to and from work placement.

Reliable internet connection and device to submit course work, including speakers or headphones.

Supplied by Sask DLC

Online course materials

Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre provides Kindergarten to Grade 12 courses to Saskatchewan students who choose to study online. We empower students and families to choose the learning environment that works best for them, while supporting their graduation plan.

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