Small Engine Repair

Your at-home learning program includes eight Instruction Sets designed to take you step-by-step through the techniques and skills you’ll employ in your new career in Small Engine Repair. Your first Instruction Set will be sent to you as soon as your enrollment has been accepted. Other Instruction Sets will follow as you complete your exams, so that you will always have training materials to work with.

Here is an overview of what you’ll learn and the order in which you’ll receive your learning materials:

Instruction Set 1

• Learning Strategies
  • Identifying and implementing a successful study method; planning when, where, and how you’ll study; creating effective and efficient study tools; using study tools to improve chances for success.
• Introduction to Small Engine Repair
  • Introduction to the small engine field and OPE repair; tools and tool usage; shop and equipment safety.

Instruction Set 2

• Small Engine Parts and Operation
  • Introduction to small engine terminology and operation theory; basic engine components; major engine systems.
• Practical Exercise 1

Instruction Set 3

• Small Engine Lubrication and Cooling Systems
  • Basic components; lubricants and coolants used.
• Small Engine Ignition Systems
  • Electrical theory and terminology; ignition system operation, service, and troubleshooting.
• Practical Exercise 2

Instruction Set 4

• Small Engine Electrical Systems
  • Basic circuit theory; DC and AC power sources; troubleshooting and repair of small engine starting, charging, and accessory circuits.
• Small Engine Fuel Systems
  • Fuels used to power OPE; carburetor operation and related engine components.
• Equipment:
  • Carburetor
  • Screwdriver
• Practical Exercise 3

Instruction Set 5

• Engine Disassembly
  • Disassembling a four-stroke and two-stroke engine.
• Engine Rebuild: Part 1
  • Using precision measuring instruments; reading service manuals; replacing worn engine parts.
• Engine Rebuild: Part 2
  • Pistons, rings, connecting rods, crankshafts, and valves.
• Engine Reassembly
  • Reassembling the two-stroke and four-stroke engine; engine starting and troubleshooting.
• Practical Exercise 4

Instruction Set 6

• Power Transmission Systems
  • Transferring power from the engine to working equipment; drives, clutches, transmissions, final drives, and differentials.
• Servicing Lawn Mowers and Riding Mowers
  • Theory of operation, maintenance, troubleshooting,
    and repair of lawn mowers.
• Servicing Garden Tractors
  • Transmissions, electrical, steering, and braking systems of complex garden tractor systems.
• Special Shipment:
  • Socket Set
• Practical Exercise 5

Instruction Set 7

• Servicing Two-Stroke and Four-Stroke Power Equipment, Part 1
  • Basic maintenance and servicing procedures necessary for most forms of OPE.
• Servicing Two-Stroke and Four-Stroke Power Equipment, Part 2
  • Servicing and repair procedures for many types of outdoor power equipment.
• Practical Exercise 6

Instruction Set 8

• Servicing Outboard Engines
  • Differences between standard small engines and marine craft engines; servicing and maintenance tips.
• Your Outdoor Power Equipment Repair Business
  • Opportunities in the field; starting your own business and basic management skills; successful merchandising.
• Supplement:
  • Work Experience Option
• Practical Exercise 7

Graduation Set

• Toolbox
• 3 1/2 Horsepower Gasoline Engine
• Feeler Gauge Set
• Spark Plug Adjuster and Tool Gauge
• Piston Ring Expander
• Valve Spring Compressor
• Magnetic Screwdriver Handle
• Combination Wrench Set
• Piston Spring Compressor
• Disassembly/Assembly Shop Guide
• OPE Certification Exam Prep. Book (Helps the student prepare to take the nationally recognized OPE Technician Certification Exam.)

Online Library and Librarian
Students in ICS Canada have access to an online library for use during their studies. Students can use this library to do the required research in the courses they complete or can use it for general reference and links to valuable resources. The library contains helpful research assistance, articles, databases, books, and Web links. A librarian is available to answer questions on general research-related topics via email and assist students in research activities during their studies with ICS Canada.

The graduation shipment will be sent when all program requirements
and obligations have been met.

We reserve the right to change program content and materials when it becomes necessary.

In order to further enhance your performance in this field, ICS has researched and recommended specific practical activities designed to complement your course work.

To ensure that you acquire the manual skills which are important in this program area, we encourage you to follow all of the course instructions.