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Course Details
Two Sessions Currently Available
Choose between the offering scheduled for Monday, January 22, 2024 or the one scheduled for Tuesday January 23, 2024 class. Both classes are being held in person on the Rutgers-New Brunswick campus.
Course Name: Simple Repairs for Small Engines
Course Code: AL0259CA24
Date: January 22, 2024
Time: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm (Check-in time: 8:30 am)
Location: Bioresource Engineering Laboratory (formerly ECC), 18 Ag Extension Way, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 (Directions & Map)
Format: Classroom course with hands-on activities
Registration Fee: $325 per person
Early Bird Discount Fee: $295 per person (expires January 15, 2024)
Registration closes: January 20, 2024
Paying with a check, money order, or purchase order?
Payments should be made out to: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Checks and money orders should be mailed to: Office of Continuing Professional Education, Attn: Registration Dept., 102 Ryders Ln, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-8519
Purchase Orders can be mailed to the address above or electronically sent to registration@njaes.rutgers.edu.
Course Name: Simple Repairs for Small Engines
Course Code: AL0259CB24
Date: January 23, 2024
Time: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm (Check-in time: 8:30 am)
Location: Bioresource Engineering Laboratory (formerly ECC), 18 Ag Extension Way, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 (Directions & Map)
Format: Classroom course with hands-on activities
Registration Fee: $325 per person
Early Bird Discount Fee: $295 per person (expires January 16, 2024)
Registration closes: January 21, 2024
Paying with a check, money order, or purchase order?
Payments should be made out to: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Checks and money orders should be mailed to: Office of Continuing Professional Education, Attn: Registration Dept., 102 Ryders Ln, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-8519
Purchase Orders can be mailed to the address above or electronically sent to registration@njaes.rutgers.edu.
Course Overview
What do you do when your machine breaks down in the field? First of all, don’t panic! And if you know what to do, you won’t.
In this hands-on, one-day class, instructor Joe Clark will show you the most common fixes for the most common breakdowns. Then you will pick up a set of tools and practice what you’ve learned on real engines. Get your hands dirty for one day and save yourself a lot of trouble tomorrow.
Class size is limited so register now!
Who Should Attend?
This class is well-suited for anyone who wants to learn how to handle small engine breakdowns. Past participants have included:
- Department of Public Works Employees
- Gardeners
- Greenhouse and Field Managers
- Grounds Workers
- Landscapers
- Mechanics
- Property Managers
- Water Utility Managers
Meet Your Instructor
Joe Clark, Rutgers University

Joe Clark is the Research Farm Supervisor for the Horticultural Research Farm II at Rutgers. As such, he manages the operations of the farm, including research schedules, irrigation, and equipment. In addition to earning a BS in Environmental Planning, Landscape Industries from Rutgers University, Joe has also received technical training from Toro Factory Service School, Toro Grounds Master School, Bernhard Reel Grinding Seminars, Kohler Small Engine Service School, and Briggs & Stratton Small Engine Service.
Student Reviews
“Good basic intro to engine repair.”
– Past Participant
Most useful part of the course: “The prioritization of which problems to check first.”
– Past Participant
Most useful part of the course: “Taking apart the motor and putting it back together.”
– Past Participant
Continuing Education Credits
The Simple Repairs for Small Engines (6 contact hours) is approved for the following credits from professional organizations.
New Jersey
NJ Certified Public Works Managers (CPWM): 5 Technical Contact Hours (course #DLGS-RUCPE23-36)
NJ Drinking Water and Wastewater Operators: 6 TCHs (Approval #01-011605-30)
Meals
No breakfast will be provided. Lunch will be available for pre-registered attendees only.
NOTE: If you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies, please alert us at least one (1) week in advance of the course start date so that we can make reasonable accommodations. We cannot guarantee accommodations for special requests made after that time.
Program Questions? We’re Here to Help!
If you have any questions about Simple Repairs for Small Engines, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

Program Coordinator: Joe Canzano
848-932-7317
joe.canzano@rutgers.edu

Administrative Assistant: Damiana Parada
848-932-7107
damiana.parada@rutgers.edu
For registration assistance, please contact our Registration Department at 848-932-9271, option 2 or email registration@njaes.rutgers.edu.