John Deere TECH Program

Overview

The John Deere TECH Program is a two-year degree option under the Agricultural Power Machinery  or Diesel Technology Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. The John Deere TECH curriculum balances classroom theory with hands-on lab work and a paid internship at a sponsoring John Deere Ag or Consturction/Forestry dealership. Students will study diesel engines, powertrains, hydraulics, machine set-up systems, all while becoming proficient in high-tech computer diagnostics, electronics, advanced guidance systems, and proprietary John Deere systems. Students will acquire communication and customer relations skills essential to a successful career as a John Deere dealership service technician.

 

John Deere Sponsoring Dealership

Students in the John Deere TECH program must be sponsored by an authorized John Deere dealership for their paid internship. Dealers provide students with a hands-on, real-world experience for a minimum of 400 hours. With over 2,000 John Deere dealerships nationwide, students will have a variety of sponsorship options. Students may request assistance in locating a sponsoring dealership.

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How to Become a JD TECH Student 

1. Earn admission into the Diesel Tech or Ag Power Machinery Program. 
2. Complete the John Deere TECH Program Application.
3. Obtain sponsorship from a John Deere Dealer. 
   • See the JD TECH Program Guide for details. 
   • Talk to a John Deere Dealer directly. See dealers on John Deere website>>
   • Contact our JD TECH Program Coordinator, assistance is available with this process.
   • See the JD Program Guide for the Student Sponsor Approval Form.

Once steps 1 through 3 are completed, you will become a JD TECH concentration student within the respective program. 

Program Requirements

• Obtain and maintain sponsorship with John Deere dealership.
• Maintain academic standards and adhere to academic policies.
• Maintain attendance standards according to college policy.
• Provide sponsoring dealer with responsible and productive employment.
• Be responsible for program costs: tuition, books, fees and tools.
• Be prepared for program costs: tuition, fees, and books.
  • Ask your sponsoring dealer about providing assitance.
• The JD TECH student must provide their own tools while completing dealership work experiences Ask your . View Tool List >>
  • Ask your sponsoring dealer about providing assitance and the John Deere Tools for TECH Program. 

 

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