Outdoor Powersports Technology

Let Your Passion for Outdoor Thrills and Technology Lead You to Excellence

In a classroom a student wearing safety glasses make an adjustment to a hose that is attached to a boat motor.
Start your adventure as a powersports pro. Master tools and equipment to support machines of all kinds. Fuel your future by immersing yourself in the diagnostics, troubleshooting and maintenance of powersports machines. Become a seasoned professional in pre-season and postseason care and storage. Find a smooth ride to success by understanding the mechanics behind the power.

What You Can Learn

Units of Study

  • Hand, Power, and Stationary Tools and Equipment
  • Pre and Post-Season Maintenance and Storage
  • Precision measuring instruments (micrometers, dial vernier calipers, dial indicators, feeler gauges, torque wrenches...)
  • 4-Stroke Cycle Engines: Principles of Operation, Maintenance and Repair 
  • 2-Stroke Cycle Engines: Principles of Operation, Maintenance and Repair
  • Fuel Systems (Carburetors, fuel injection, direct injection)
  • Electrical and Ignition Systems
  • Exhaust Systems
  • Cooling Systems
  • Clutches and Brakes
  • Trailer Service
  • Service Writing

What You Can Earn

Available High School Academic Credits
At district request, students may earn:
  • English
Licensing/Industry-Based Certifications
Students have opportunities to earn:
  • Equipment Engine Training Council (EETC) 2-Stroke and 4-Stroke Engine Certification
Work-Based Learning
Organizations that support this program:
  • Brodner Equipment
  • Bryce Marine
  • Danny’s Equipment
  • Hollink Motorsports
  • LandPro Equipment
  • Precision Power Services Inc.
  • Wehner Mower Inc.
  • Roc-on
  • Maddies Powersports
  • Bently Bro's
  • R&M Landscape

Where You Can Go

Career Opportunities
Minimal Requirement Beyond CTE
  • Mechanic
  • Heavy Duty Mechanic Assistant
  • Motorcycle Technician
  • Outdoor Power Equipment/ Small Engine Technician
  • Generator Service Technician
Additional Education and/or Experience
  • Equipment Salesperson
  • Motorcycle Technician
  • Parts Associate/Manager
  • Service Writer/Advisor/Manager
  • Research and Development
  • Service Technical Representative
  • Watercraft and Boat Designer
Postsecondary Pathways
Articulation Agreements
  • Ohio Technical’s PowerSport Institute
  • Motorcycle Mechanic School
Intro Video
Presentation Hosted by CTE Students

Getting Started

Meet with your school counselor to discuss how Career & Technical Education at WEMOCO can benefit your career development. Your counselor can help you begin the enrollment process.