With coursework reviewed by regional industry leaders, you can be confident you’re learning the skills employers need most, no matter which one of this program’s degree, diploma or certificate options you choose.
The degree, diploma and certificate programs all cover:
- Service, repair and maintenance of motorcycles, snowmobiles, ATVs and marine engines
- Industry professional standards
- Interpretation of service information
- Safety practices and procedures
What You'll Do
- You’ll work side-by-side with expert instructors at our modern on-site lab to service, repair and maintain two- and four-cycle small engines.
- You’ll perform services using specialty tools and factory test equipment and may take factory certification exams.
- You’ll gain the knowledge and hands-on experience to perform competently at the dealership level
- You'll be trained in the soft skills needed to work toward a career in management, manufacturer technical service representative or business ownership.
Many students in this program work for dealerships while attending school and immediately after graduation; others are hired by race teams, factories, business owners or service managers. The program's flexible course schedule is modeled after industry training programs and makes it possible for you to tailor your coursework to accommodate work and family commitments.
Industry Certifications
In the degree and diploma programs, you can earn industry certifications from manufacturers such as Honda, Yamaha, Polaris, Arctic Cat, Mercury and others while enrolled.
Flexible Start Options
Busy work-life schedule? You can join M State's PowerSports program at the beginning of any course, usually about every two weeks and most often at the beginning of spring semester. For more information on flexible start dates, contact program instructors Glen Bucholz or Kent Reisenauer.
Related Programs
You may also be interested in our Diesel Equipment Technology and Automotive Service Technology degree and diploma programs.