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K–12 Standards

Agriculture Small Engine Repair (2025)

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PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND LEADERSHIP 1.0

  • 1

    Student Leadership in Career Technical Student Organizations (CTSO) and Professional Associations 1.1

    1. 1

      Explore the role of professional organizations and/or associations in the ag small engine repair industry.1.1.1

    2. 2

      Define the value, role, and opportunities provided through career technical student organizations.1.1.2

    3. 3

      Engage in career exploration and leadership development.1.1.3

  • 2

    Supervised Agricultural Experiences1.2

    1. 1

      Maintain SAE record books.1.2.1

    2. 2

      Describe the proficiency award areas related to the SAE program area.1.2.2

    3. 3

      Describe necessary steps to receive higher degrees in FFA.1.2.3

SAFETY2.0

  • 1

    Workplace Safety2.1

    1. 1

      Describe general shop safety rules and procedures.2.1.1

    2. 2

      Describe safe procedures for handling tools and equipment.2.1.2

    3. 3

      Describe ventilation requirements and related hazards when working within the lab/shop area.2.1.3

    4. 4

      Describe marked safety areas and related safety requirements.2.1.4

    5. 5

      Identify the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.2.1.5

    6. 6

      Describe procedures for using fire extinguishers and other safety equipment.2.1.6

    7. 7

      Describe the location and use of eye wash stations.2.1.7

    8. 8

      Describe the location and need for posted evacuation routes.2.1.8

    9. 9

      Describe requirements for personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, footwear) when working in the lab/shop.2.1.9

    10. 10

      Describe clothing requirements when working safely in the lab/shop.2.1.10

    11. 11

      Describe the location and contents of safety data sheets (SDS).2.1.11

    12. 12

      Describe requirements for handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous and flammable waste and materials.2.1.12

TOOLS AND FASTENERS 3.0

  • 1

    Basic Tools3.1

    1. 1

      Identify the correct tool for a specific application or repair.3.1.1

    2. 2

      Identify whether a tool or repair uses standard or metric designation.3.1.2

    3. 3

      Demonstrate safe handling and use of tools.3.1.3

    4. 4

      Describe the need for cleaning, storing, maintaining, and removing (i.e., lockout/tagout) tools and equipment.3.1.4

  • 2

    Fasteners3.2

    1. 1

      Define fastener terms.3.2.1

    2. 2

      Identify threaded and non-threaded fasteners and their intended applications.3.2.2

    3. 3

      Select correct fasteners for a repair.3.2.3

    4. 4

      Rethread tapped holes and damaged fasteners.3.2.4

    5. 5

      Describe seized nut and bolt removal methods.3.2.5

    6. 6

      Describe seized nut and bolt removal methods.3.2.6

    7. 7

      Demonstrate torque methods.v3.2.7

  • 3

    Precision Measuring Instruments3.3

    1. 1

      Define measurement terms.3.3.1

    2. 2

      Identify measuring instruments.3.3.2

    3. 3

      Demonstrate precision measuring techniques, including using precision measuring equipment.3.3.3

BASIC ELECTRICAL 4.0

  • 1

    Basic Electrical Theory and System4.1

    1. 1

      Interpret common electrical schematic symbols4.1.1

    2. 2

      Identify components of a basic electrical system.4.1.2

    3. 3

      Describe basic electrical theory.4.1.3

    4. 4

      Describe basic electrical circuits and their applications.4.1.4

    5. 5

      Demonstrate procedures for using a multimeter.4.1.5

ENGINES5.0

  • 1

    Basic Engine Principles and Design5.1

    1. 1

      Identify engine type and application.5.1.1

    2. 2

      Interpret various engine model codes.5.1.2

    3. 3

      Define horsepower, torque, and displacement.5.1.3

  • 2

    Operation of a 2-Stroke Engine5.2

    1. 1

      Define 2-stroke engine theory of operation.5.2.1

    2. 2

      Identify 2-stroke engine components and their functions.5.2.2

    3. 3

      Describe 2-stroke engine operation.5.2.3

    4. 4

      Diagnose and repair a 2-stroke engine.5.2.4

    5. 5

      Diagnose 2-stroke engine problems.5.2.5

    6. 6

      Describe 2-stroke engine rebuild procedures.5.2.6

    7. 7

      Perform a 2-stroke engine failure analysis.5.2.7

    8. 8

      Disassemble a 2-stroke engine, inspecting condition of components.5.2.8

  • 3

    Operation of a 4-Stroke Engine5.3

    1. 1

      Define 4-stroke engine theory of operation.5.3.1

    2. 2

      Identify 4-stroke engine components and their functions.5.3.2

    3. 3

      Describe 4-stroke engine operation.5.3.3

    4. 4

      Diagnose and repair a 4-stroke engine.5.3.4

    5. 5

      Diagnose 4-stroke engine problems.5.3.5

    6. 6

      Describe 4-stroke engine rebuild procedures.5.3.6

    7. 7

      Perform a 4-stroke engine failure analysis.5.3.7

    8. 8

      Disassemble a 4-stroke engine, inspecting condition of components.5.3.8

  • 4

    Cooling and Lubrication Systems5.4

    1. 1

      Identify types of cooling and lubrication systems.5.4.1

    2. 2

      Identify the components and function of a cooling system.5.4.2

    3. 3

      Identify the components and function of a lubrication system.5.4.3

    4. 4

      Identify types of oils and their applications.5.4.4

  • 5

    Fuel Systems5.5

    1. 1

      Define types of fuel systems.5.5.1

    2. 2

      Describe fuel system theory.5.5.2

    3. 3

      Identify fuel system components and their functions.5.5.3

    4. 4

      Service fuel systems components.5.5.4

    5. 5

      Diagnose and repair fuel system malfunctions.5.5.5

  • 6

    Governor Systems5.6

    1. 1

      Identify types of governor systems and their components.5.6.1

    2. 2

      Describe governor system theory, operation, and adjustments.5.6.2

    3. 3

      Diagnose and repair governor system malfunctions. 5.6.3

  • 7

    Ignition Systems5.7

    1. 1

      Identify common types of ignition systems and theory of operation.5.7.1

    2. 2

      Identify components and functions of an ignition system.5.7.2

    3. 3

      Diagnose and repair ignition system malfunctions.5.7.3

  • 8

    Charging Systems5.8

    1. 1

      Identify common types of charging systems and theory of operation.5.8.1

    2. 2

      Identify components and functions of a charging system.5.8.2

    3. 3

      Diagnose and repair charging system malfunctions.5.8.3

  • 9

    Starting Systems5.9

    1. 1

      Identify common types of starting systems and theory of operation.5.9.1

    2. 2

      Identify components and functions of a starting system.5.9.2

    3. 3

      Diagnose and repair starting system malfunctions.5.9.3

MAINTENANCE6.0

  • 1

    Maintenance Programs6.1

    1. 1

      Describe a periodic engine maintenance program.6.1.1

    2. 2

      Describe a periodic equipment maintenance program (e.g., blade sharpening, belts, chains, cables).6.1.2

    3. 3

      Research owner’s manuals, service schedules, and manufacturer’s data to perform periodic maintenance.6.1.3

PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGEMENT 7.0

  • 1

    Parts and Service Operation7.1

    1. 1

      Access and locate parts information.7.1.1

    2. 2

      Complete a work order/invoice.7.1.2

    3. 3

      Describe methods for providing customer service.7.1.3

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
2025 Agriculture Small Engine Repair

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