SMALL GAS ENGINES
General Information
Grade Level 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites- None
Enrollment is limited to 20 students
Course length- One Term Daily
Basic text- Small Engines
Rationale
This is a complete introduction course in tech operation, construction, maintenance, repair, and adjustments of four-cycle engines. It is designed specifically for persons without prior experience in small engines. Theory and practical work, including safety, the care and use of specialized tools used in small engine repair and maintenance, and safe equipment operation. This course will be used as a pre-requisite to the Advance Small Engines/Compact Power Equip. Course already offered for student. It is expected that from this course, more students will be able to complete in the area of small engines at local and state curricular contexts.
Objectives
To develop an understanding of two and four stroke-cycle small engines.
To develop basic technical skills and the knowledge to perform routine maintenance, minor-tune-ups, and minor overhauls.
To be able to properly troubleshoot and diagnose small engine problems.
To be able to properly read and understand service manuals and parts books.
To be able to compete in the small engine curricular contests with above average success.
To develop desirable work habits and attitudes.
Major Resource Material
Small gas engines
Engines-compact equipment
Service and repair instruction- Briggs & Stratton
Tecumseh Repair Manuals and parts books
John Deer – FOS manuals
Selected films and other audio visual aids
Course Units
Orientation, shop conduct, and safety
History and background information
Small engine components
Engine measurements and terms
Special engine tools
Identifying engines and using manuals and parts books
Ignition systems
Carburetion principles
Lubrication systems
Cooling systems
Fuel systems
Air filter and breathers
Governors
Troubleshooting
Engine maintenance and repair
Cleaning and storing of engines
Curricular contest preparation
FFA record books (Accounting)
Teaching Plan
Written tests
Assigned projects evaluation
Individual projects evaluation
Class participation and citizenship
FFA participation
Grades will be averaged from all grading periods for each term grade.
Grading: The Grading system for this class is as follows:
Shop Work/Participation 40%
Class Work (Tests, quizzes, written assignments, notebook) 40%
FFA Participation 10%
FFA Record Book 10%
Total 100%
Letter Grades will be earned for the following overall percentages:
100-90 % A
89-80 % B
79-70 % C
69-60 % D
Below 60 % F
FFA Participation: Students must participate in at least three (3) FFA activities per quarter in order to receive full credit for the FFA portion of the grade. Students may earn extra credit by
participating in additional FFA activities. This credit will be added to the final grade at the rate of one (1) percentage point per activity not to exceed five (5) percentage points per quarter.
Required Materials: Each Student is required to furnish the following materials:
Safety Glasses Three-ring binder (1-1 ½ in)
Coveralls or shop coat Pen or Pencil
Closed-Toe Shoes/Boots
Classroom Rules and Policies
General
Students should give their best effort at all times during class.
Each Student should respect the rights and property of the teacher and other students.
Each student is responsible for his/her own behavior.
Absences
If a test, assignment, etc. was missed during the absence; it is the student’s responsibility to find out from the instructor what was missed upon returning to class.
Any missed test or assignment must be made up within three (3) days after returning to school. Failure to do so will result in a score of zero (0) for that test/assignment.
All make-up work must be done before or after school. The student is responsible for making arrangements with the teacher for a time convenient for both.
Tardiness
Same as School Tardy Policies
Responsibilities
Every student is required to bring a three-ring binder, paper, and writing utensil to class everyday.
Each student is required to keep track of all assignments and important materials presented in class. The material should be kept in the student’s notebook.
Students will not be allowed restroom passes the first ten minutes after class has started.
Both students and parents are encouraged to contact me at anytime to discuss the student’s progress, ask questions, express concerns, etc. I can be reached at [email protected] or my office phone: 385-8029.
_______________________________________
(Print Name)
Student’s Signature __________________________________ Date ____________
Parent’s Signature __________________________________ Date ____________
General Information
Grade Level 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites- None
Enrollment is limited to 20 students
Course length- One Term Daily
Basic text- Small Engines
Rationale
This is a complete introduction course in tech operation, construction, maintenance, repair, and adjustments of four-cycle engines. It is designed specifically for persons without prior experience in small engines. Theory and practical work, including safety, the care and use of specialized tools used in small engine repair and maintenance, and safe equipment operation. This course will be used as a pre-requisite to the Advance Small Engines/Compact Power Equip. Course already offered for student. It is expected that from this course, more students will be able to complete in the area of small engines at local and state curricular contexts.
Objectives
To develop an understanding of two and four stroke-cycle small engines.
To develop basic technical skills and the knowledge to perform routine maintenance, minor-tune-ups, and minor overhauls.
To be able to properly troubleshoot and diagnose small engine problems.
To be able to properly read and understand service manuals and parts books.
To be able to compete in the small engine curricular contests with above average success.
To develop desirable work habits and attitudes.
Major Resource Material
Small gas engines
Engines-compact equipment
Service and repair instruction- Briggs & Stratton
Tecumseh Repair Manuals and parts books
John Deer – FOS manuals
Selected films and other audio visual aids
Course Units
Orientation, shop conduct, and safety
History and background information
Small engine components
Engine measurements and terms
Special engine tools
Identifying engines and using manuals and parts books
Ignition systems
Carburetion principles
Lubrication systems
Cooling systems
Fuel systems
Air filter and breathers
Governors
Troubleshooting
Engine maintenance and repair
Cleaning and storing of engines
Curricular contest preparation
FFA record books (Accounting)
Teaching Plan
Written tests
Assigned projects evaluation
Individual projects evaluation
Class participation and citizenship
FFA participation
Grades will be averaged from all grading periods for each term grade.
Grading: The Grading system for this class is as follows:
Shop Work/Participation 40%
Class Work (Tests, quizzes, written assignments, notebook) 40%
FFA Participation 10%
FFA Record Book 10%
Total 100%
Letter Grades will be earned for the following overall percentages:
100-90 % A
89-80 % B
79-70 % C
69-60 % D
Below 60 % F
FFA Participation: Students must participate in at least three (3) FFA activities per quarter in order to receive full credit for the FFA portion of the grade. Students may earn extra credit by
participating in additional FFA activities. This credit will be added to the final grade at the rate of one (1) percentage point per activity not to exceed five (5) percentage points per quarter.
Required Materials: Each Student is required to furnish the following materials:
Safety Glasses Three-ring binder (1-1 ½ in)
Coveralls or shop coat Pen or Pencil
Closed-Toe Shoes/Boots
Classroom Rules and Policies
General
Students should give their best effort at all times during class.
Each Student should respect the rights and property of the teacher and other students.
Each student is responsible for his/her own behavior.
Absences
If a test, assignment, etc. was missed during the absence; it is the student’s responsibility to find out from the instructor what was missed upon returning to class.
Any missed test or assignment must be made up within three (3) days after returning to school. Failure to do so will result in a score of zero (0) for that test/assignment.
All make-up work must be done before or after school. The student is responsible for making arrangements with the teacher for a time convenient for both.
Tardiness
Same as School Tardy Policies
Responsibilities
Every student is required to bring a three-ring binder, paper, and writing utensil to class everyday.
Each student is required to keep track of all assignments and important materials presented in class. The material should be kept in the student’s notebook.
Students will not be allowed restroom passes the first ten minutes after class has started.
Both students and parents are encouraged to contact me at anytime to discuss the student’s progress, ask questions, express concerns, etc. I can be reached at [email protected] or my office phone: 385-8029.
_______________________________________
(Print Name)
Student’s Signature __________________________________ Date ____________
Parent’s Signature __________________________________ Date ____________