Simple Repairs for Small Engines

Learn how to handle small engine breakdowns in this hands-on, one-day course.

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Course Details

Course Name: Simple Repairs for Small Engines
Course Code: AL0259CB25
Date of Most Recent Offering: March 4, 2025

Date: March 4, 2025 UPDATE FOR NEXT OFFERING
Time: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm (Check-in time: 8:30 am) UPDATE FOR NEXT OFFERING

Location: Bioresource Engineering Laboratory (formerly ECC), 18 Ag Extension Way, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 (Directions & Map) UPDATE FOR NEXT OFFERING
Format: Classroom course with hands-on activities UPDATE FOR NEXT OFFERING

Registration Fee: $325 per person UPDATE FOR NEXT OFFERING
Early Bird Discount Fee: $295 per person (expires February 25, 2025) UPDATE FOR NEXT OFFERING

Registration closes: March 2, 2025 UPDATE FOR NEXT OFFERING

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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

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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 most recent offering of Simple Repairs for Small Engines (6 contact hours) was approved for the following credits from professional organizations. We will reapply for similar credits the next time the course runs, but we cannot guarantee credit approval for future offerings.

The Simple Repairs for Small Engines (6 contact hours) is approved for the following credits from professional organizations.

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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.

Course Requirements and Policies

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Pre-registration is required. We’re sorry, but we cannot guarantee a seat, materials, or meals for walk-in registrants.

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All visitors must register their vehicles ONLINE to park on campus. Please follow the guidelines below. Failure to comply with these policies may result in a citation.

  • A link to register your vehicle will be provided in your course confirmation email. Please be sure to complete this important step prior to traveling to campus.
  • When you park on campus, be sure that your license plate is unobstructed and visible from the driving aisle.
  • All Rutgers faculty/staff/students must use their regular Rutgers permit and park in the nearest lot assigned for their permit type.

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A $35 cancellation fee applies for this course. Substitutions are permitted. View our cancellation policy.

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.

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

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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.

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