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K–12 Standards

Power Equipment

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Apply safety principles, practices, and guidelines to the work environment.STS.HS.28.1

  • a

    Complete applicable safety assessment with 100% accuracy.STS.HS.28.1.a

  • b

    Identify and explain the use of personal protective equipment.STS.HS.28.1.b

  • c

    Describe proper use of a fire extinguisher.STS.HS.28.1.c

  • d

    Demonstrate power equipment battery safety best-practices.STS.HS.28.1.d

  • e

    Apply the safe use of tools, machines, and equipment in alignment with industry standards to maintain a safe workplace.STS.HS.28.1.e

  • f

    Describe the role of government agencies in providing a safe workplace.STS.HS.28.1.f

  • g

    Describe the safe and environmental disposal of fluids.STS.HS.28.1.g

Identify career opportunities in the Power Equipment industry.STS.HS.28.2

  • a

    List the most common power equipment careers and related fields of employment. STS.HS.28.2.a

  • b

    List the traits & skills employers look for in their employees.STS.HS.28.2.b

  • c

    Explain how to find job openings in the power equipment field & identify employment trends. STS.HS.28.2.c

  • d

    Explain the specialized tasks completed by each type of technician.STS.HS.28.2.d

  • e

    Explain the types of repair facilities.STS.HS.28.2.e

  • f

    Summarize the different systems used to pay technicians. STS.HS.28.2.f

  • g

    Identify the training, education, certification, and licensing requirements for various careers in the power equipment industry.STS.HS.28.2.g

Identify fundamentals of power equipment measurement and math.STS.HS.28.3

  • a

    Measure power equipment parts and measurements using both English and metric measuring systems.STS.HS.28.3.a

  • b

    Identify and use basic measuring tools.STS.HS.28.3.b

  • c

    Solve power equipment problems using basic math skills.STS.HS.28.3.c

Explain fundamentals of Power Equipment Service Information. STS.HS.28.4

  • a

    Describe the different types of service information.STS.HS.28.4.a

  • b

    Explain the different kinds of information and Illustrations used in service information.STS.HS.28.4.b

  • c

    Utilize print and/or online service information.STS.HS.28.4.c

  • d

    Explain how to read and use shop work orders.STS.HS.28.4.d

  • e

    Describe how to order parts for repair.STS.HS.28.4.e

Explain fundamentals of fasteners, gaskets, seals, and sealants used in Power Equipment.STS.HS.28.5

  • a

    Identify commonly used power equipment fasteners.STS.HS.28.5.a

  • b

    Select and use fasteners properly.STS.HS.28.5.b

  • c

    Remove, select, and install gaskets, seals, and sealants correctly.STS.HS.28.5.c

Explain fundamentals of power equipment principles of engine operation.STS.HS.28.6

  • a

    Explain simple engine operation.STS.HS.28.6.a

  • b

    Describe four-stroke engine operation and explain the purpose of each stroke.STS.HS.28.6.b

  • c

    Describe two-stroke engine operation and explain the principles of two-cycle operation.STS.HS.28.6.c

  • d

    List the advantages and disadvantages of two-stroke and four-stroke engines.STS.HS.28.6.d

Explain fundamentals of Power Equipment engine components and systems. STS.HS.28.7

  • a

    Describe the function of major moving components (e.g., piston, crankshaft, camshaft, valves).STS.HS.28.7.a

  • b

    Describe the fundamentals of power equipment fuel supply and air induction.STS.HS.28.7.b

  • c

    Describe the fundamentals of Power Equipment Ignition Systems.STS.HS.28.7.c

  • d

    Describe the fundamentals of power equipment lubrication Systems. STS.HS.28.7.d

  • e

    Describe the fundamentals of Power Equipment Cooling Systems.STS.HS.28.7.e

Demonstrate the fundamentals of power equipment engine disassembly, inspection and reassembly.STS.HS.28.8

  • a

    List the steps involved in disassembling an engine.STS.HS.28.8.a

  • b

    Explain how to inspect various engine parts for damage and wear.STS.HS.28.8.b

  • c

    Describe the procedure for removing an engine from an implement.STS.HS.28.8.c

  • d

    Explain how to inspect engines for problems.STS.HS.28.8.d

  • e

    Demonstrate power equipment engine assembly.STS.HS.28.8.e

Explain fundamentals of Power Equipment Preventative Maintenance & Troubleshooting.STS.HS.28.9

  • a

    Explain the steps to perform preventive maintenance on various engine systems.STS.HS.28.9.a

  • b

    Summarize the steps to change the oil in a four-cycle engine.STS.HS.28.9.b

  • c

    Describe the steps to prepare an engine for storage.STS.HS.28.9.c

  • d

    Describe systematic troubleshooting.STS.HS.28.9.d

  • e

    Explain the importance of manufacturers’ service manuals to determine engine specifications and explain why this information is necessary when servicing a small engine.STS.HS.28.9.e

  • f

    Discuss the importance of a maintenance schedule and records.STS.HS.28.9.f

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