Powersports & Engine Technology
Overview
Powersports & Engine Technology offers students many opportunities for hands-on training with motorized equipment and related accessories, such as motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, marine outboard engines, jet skis, trailers, outdoor power equipment, and fork lift trucks. The curriculum focuses on several key areas, including maintenance, engine rebuilds, clutches, drivelines, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, tires, and brakes. The program’s shop houses the latest equipment to help students obtain transferable skills through hands-on learning. Powersports & Engine Technology also offers a unique opportunity for individual growth with the Motorsports Tech Club. This club allows students to run a small business by doing repair work and restorations for real clients. These interactions give club members opportunities to practice customer service, which is a huge asset when entering the workforce. Refurbished units are sold at ycst.info/powersports-sales.
Possible Certifications
PA Certified Safety Inspector Cat I, II, or III
Yamaha YTA Bronze, Portable Maintenance, ITJP, and ITOS
S/P2-Automotive Safety, Pollution Prevention, Ethics and You, and Interview Skills
Valvoline Motor Oil, Automotive Fluids, and Chemicals
Briggs and Stratton Master Service Technician or MST
WD 40 Tool Cleaning and Storage
Snap-On Meter Certification
Honda Engines EN1
Stihl Bronze
Stihl Set Up
Fork Lift
OSHA 10
Potential Career Opportunities
What to Expect
This is a standalone program that does not rotate with any other programs. Students accepted into it will take Powersports & Engine Technology courses during all four years at York Tech, with the exception being students who participate in a co-op opportunity during their senior year.
Uniform
Students at York Tech are required to wear a uniform at all times. While in their shop classes, they must wear the uniform designated by the program instructor. At all other times, students may wear their shop uniform OR York Tech apparel, which is sold through the School Store and the Fan Shop. Please review the Student Handbook for a full explanation of the dress code.
The specific uniform requirements for Powersports & Engine Technology can be viewed below. All items that are hyperlinked must be purchased from the online store associated with the link. Items not hyperlinked may be purchased from any retailer, unless noted otherwise.
Required Items
Shop classes
Solid blue or black jeans or Dickies
Sturdy closed-toe shoes (steel-toe recommended, no mesh)
Academic classes
Shop uniform, York Tech apparel, or Fan Shop apparel*
Pants or trousers
Optional Items
Clear or mesh backpack
*Some items sold in the Fan Shop, such as hats, may not be worn during school. Please review the Student Handbook for a full explanation of the dress code.