Academic Programs

John Deere Tech (AAS.JDAT)

A new generation of farm equipment demands a new generation of service technicians. To meet this demand, John Deere Company has created the John Deere Tech program and has selected Lake Land College as one of a limited number of North American sites.

The John Deere Tech program, offered jointly by John Deere and Lake Land College in cooperation with John Deere dealers, offers students many unique opportunities including earning a salary while learning through on-the-job training at a participating dealership; training on the latest John Deere tractors, combines and implements and learning the newest diagnostic and servicing procedures.

Students also have the opportunity to move directly into employment with their sponsoring dealership upon successful completion of this associate in applied science degree program.

Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.

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First Year
First Semester

COREJDA-080

Credit Hours: 3.50

COREJDA-073

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREJDA-111

Credit Hours: 2.00

COREJDA-091

Credit Hours: 3.00

GENTEC-048

Credit Hours: 3.00

First Year
Second Semester

COREJDA-071

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREJDA-092

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREJDA-086

Credit Hours: 2.50

GENECO-130

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Credit Hours: 3.00

GENENG-050

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Credit Hours: 3.00

First Year
Summer Term

COREJDA-041

Credit Hours: 2.00

COREJDA-094

Credit Hours: 2.50

COREJDA-113

Credit Hours: 2.00

COREJDA-072

Credit Hours: 3.00

Second Year
First Semester

COREJDA-042

Credit Hours: 4.00

COREJDA-087

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREJDA-050

Credit Hours: 3.00

GENCOM-111

Credit Hours: 3.00

Second Year
Second Semester

COREJDA-095

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREJDA-082

Credit Hours: 3.50

COREJDA-043

Credit Hours: 4.00

GENPOS-160

Credit Hours: 3.00

FIRST YEAR
First Semester			Hours
CORE	JDA-080	John Deere Electrical Systems JDA-080 John Deere Electrical Systems Basic electrical principles and applications of magnetism, electromagnetism, and the safe utilization of electrical test meters. Principles of operation, testing, and repair of ignition systems, cranking systems, and charging systems will be demonstrated and practiced. (Repeatable 1 Time) Course Outline	3.5
GEN	TEC-048	Applied Shop Computations TEC-048 Applied Shop Computations Focuses on basic arithmetic and calculations necessary for solving shop oriented problems involving geometric figures, formulas and algebra. Students draw graphs. A scientific calculator is required, so there is little or no memorization. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	JDA-073	JD Shop Skills & Fundamentals JDA-073 JD Shop Skills & Fundamentals Procedures with respect to shop safety and organization, identification and proper use of tools, use of measuring equipment, plus orientation to John Deere manuals, warranty procedures, shop tickets, and product identification evolution. (Repeatable 1 Time) Course Outline	3.0
CORE	JDA-111	John Deere Ag Software JDA-111 John Deere Ag Software Use of computers as required by John Deere dealership service employees. Emphasis will be on locating service diagnostic and repair information. (Repeatable 1 Time) Course Outline	2.0
CORE	JDA-091	John Deere Hydraulics I JDA-091 John Deere Hydraulics I Covers principles and application of theory, construction,fluid flow and testing of components used on John Deere tractors, combines, and consumer and commercial equipment. Course Outline	3.0
	Semester Totals		14.5
Second Semester
CORE	JDA-071	John Deere Power Trains JDA-071 John Deere Power Trains Theory of power transmission from engine to traction wheels. Includes the function and operation of gears, chains, clutches, planetary gears, drive lines, differentials, and transmissions. Complete disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of John Deere components will occur. Also, diagnosis, repair, and adjustment of John Deere transmissions will be covered. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	JDA-092	John Deere Hydraulics II JDA-092 John Deere Hydraulics II A study of John Deere tractor and combine and sprayer hydraulic systems. Emphasis will be placed on diagnosis and repair of hydraulic and hydrostatic drive systems. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	JDA-086	John Deere Combine Production JDA-086 John Deere Combine Production This course is a study of the theory and principles of operation of John Deere conventional and STS combines, corn heads, and grain platforms. Pre-delivery, set-up, and, adjustment of combines and headers will be performed. Course Outline	2.5
GEN	ECO-130	The American Economy ECO-130 The American Economy Combines Macroeconomics and Microeconomics and focuses on basic supply and demand analysis, national income accounting, business cycles, inflation, unemployment, fiscal and monetary policy, and international economic problems. Course Outline OR
GEN	PSY-271	Intr/Psychology PSY-271 Intr/Psychology Focuses on psychology as a science, introducing Concepts, research methods and research in a variety of subfields, including neuroscience, sensation and perception, consciousness, learning and memory, cognition, motivation and emotion, development, personality, disorders and therapy, and social psychology. Course Outline OR
GEN	SOS-052	Workplace Communication/Safety SOS-052 Workplace Communication/Safety Provides an understanding of the human mechanism when associated with interpersonal relationship on the job. Emphasis placed on vocational motivation, communication and perception, along with Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid training to enhance safety and response skills in a workplace emergency. Course Outline	3.0
GEN	ENG-050	Writing for Industry ENG-050 Writing for Industry Students will learn strategies for writing essays, instructions manuals, proposals, reports, career documents as well as deliver oral presentations to prepare them for a profession in industry. Students will practice research strategies by using library resources and the Internet. Course Outline OR
GEN	ENG-119	Composition I Pathway ENG-119 Composition I Pathway Students will study the writing process by reading essays illustrating a variety of rhetorical strategies, analyzing texts, and writing, revising, and editing short essays. Course is for students who have assessed into developmental English, receiving supplemental instruction for course completion. Course Outline OR
GEN	ENG-120	Composition I ENG-120 Composition I Students will study the writing process by reading essays that illustrate a variety of rhetorical strategies, analyzing writing tasks and texts, and writing, revising, and editing short essays. Course Outline	3.0
	Semester Totals		14.5
Summer Term
CORE	JDA-041	John Deere SOE I JDA-041 John Deere SOE I Students will receive on-the-job experience in a John Deere dealership. This will allow them to practice and utilize the skills and knowledge learned previously. This work will be supervised by the sponsoring dealership and a Lake Land College John Deere Ag Tech instructor. Course Outline	2.0
CORE	JDA-094	John Deere Air Cond Systems JDA-094 John Deere Air Cond Systems Theory and principles of operation, diagnosis, and repair of John Deere heating and air conditioning systems. Students will also become certified to comply with state and federal laws. Course Outline	2.5
CORE	JDA-113	John Deere Apex Software JDA-113 John Deere Apex Software Use of computers and machines to become familiar with precision agriculture and global positioning systems installed on farm equipment and proper operation and repair of these units. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	2.0
CORE	JDA-072	JD Advanced Power Trains JDA-072 JD Advanced Power Trains Students will put into practice the theories of diagnosis, disassembly, inspection, repair and reassembly of John Deere power train components. These components will include clutches, transmissions, differential, and final drives for both combines and tractors. Course Outline	3.0
	Semester Totals		9.5

SECOND YEAR
First Semester		Hours
CORE	JDA-042	John Deere SOE II JDA-042 John Deere SOE II Students will receive on-the-job experience in a John Deere dealership. This will allow them to practice and utilize the skills and knowledge learned previously. This work will be supervised by the sponsoring dealership and a Lake Land College John Deere Ag Tech instructor. Course Outline	4.0
CORE	JDA-087	John Deere Fuel Systems JDA-087 John Deere Fuel Systems Basic understanding of the operating principles of John Deere fuel systems. Students will also learn diagnosis, removal, installation, and repair of John Deere mechanical and electrical-electronic fuel system components. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	JDA-050	John Deere Engine Systems JDA-050 John Deere Engine Systems An introduction to John Deere engines and their systems. Basic theory of engine principles will be discussed along with diagnosis and repair of intake and exhaust, cooling, lubrication systems, cylinder heads, bearings, and crankshafts. Course Outline	3.0
GEN	COM-111	Intro to Speech Communication COM-111 Intro to Speech Communication Focuses on the fundamental principles and methods of selection, analyzing, organizing, developing and communicating information, evidence, and points of view to audiences. Course Outline	3.0
	Semester Totals		13.0
Second Semester
CORE	JDA-095	John Deere Equip Diagnostics JDA-095 John Deere Equip Diagnostics This class will provide the student with an opportunity to develop proper diagnostic skills needed at a dealership. Course Outline	3.0
CORE	JDA-082	Jd Advanced Elect/Electronic Sys JDA-082 Jd Advanced Elect/Electronic Sys Designed to develop and strengthen the student's knowledge in electrical/electronic systems. Upon completion the student will be able to properly use service equipment to diagnose electronically controlled components and monitor systems used on tractors, planting, and harvesting equipment. Course Outline	3.5
CORE	JDA-043	John Deere SOE III JDA-043 John Deere SOE III Students will receive on-the-job experience in a John Deere dealership. This will allow them to practice and utilize the skills and knowledge learned previously. This work will be supervised by the sponsoring dealership and a Lake Land College John Deere Ag Tech instructor. Course Outline	4.0
GEN	POS-160	American National Government POS-160 American National Government The fundamental principles of the American Government are summarized. Such topics as federalism, civil liberties, citizenship, parties and elections, the Presidency, Congress, Judiciary, and national policies and politics are discussed within the framework of the American Constitutional system. Course Outline	3.0
	Semester Totals		13.5

Total Program Hours

65.0

Suggested Electives
AGR-052	Principles of Crop Production AGR-052 Principles of Crop Production Designed to develop needed skills involved in production of the major field crops in central Illinois and Indiana. Plant growth, crop choice, tillage, planting and sowing for maximum yields are emphasized. Course Outline	3.0
HED-178	Responding to Emergencies HED-178 Responding to Emergencies The purpose of the American Red Cross Responding to Emergency course is to provide the citizen responder with the knowledge and skills necessary in an emergency to help sustain life. Course Outline	2.0
WEL-057	Welding Fundamentals WEL-057 Welding Fundamentals Course will cover basic welding processes, including: Oxy-Acetylene welding, Arc welding, Cutting and Brazing. Course Outline	2.5
JDA-054	Jd Turf & Utility Equipment JDA-054 Jd Turf & Utility Equipment This course is a study of John Deere consumer and commercial equipment. Operation, diagnosis, and repair of internal combustion engines, engine ignition systems, electrical and safety systems, fuel systems, and mowing attachments will be covered. (Repeatable 1 Time) Course Outline	2.0
JDA-051	JD Tillage & Seeding Equipment JDA-051 JD Tillage & Seeding Equipment This class is an introduction to John Deere tillage and seeding equipment including theory and principles of operation, set-up and adjustment, trouble-shooting, and repair. Course Outline	3.0
JDA-114	John Deere Hay Equipment JDA-114 John Deere Hay Equipment This course introduces students to John Deere Hay equipment. This equipment includes Mower-Conditioners, Hay Rakes, Small Square Balers, and Large Round Balers. Course Outline	2.0

Call Counseling Services: 217-234-5232
Email: counsel@lakelandcollege.edu

Faculty Contact: Russell W. Neu
Faculty Email: rneu@lakelandcollege.edu
Faculty Phone: 217-234-5387

* There are prerequisites, course requisites, or minimum placement test scores for this course.
** Electives must be approved by the Program Coordinator
+ Course only offered fall semester
++ Course only offered spring and summer semester
+++ Course only offered spring semester
++++ Course offered in summer term only
^ SOS 050 Human Relations and PSY 271 Introduction to Psychology cannot be used as a social science elective
^^ Consult Academic Advisor for appropriate course
^^^ Course requires a 30-hour practicum experience in addition to classroom lecture hours
^^^^ ECE 120 and ECE 125 must be taken the same semester

Suggested Electives
AGR-052	Principles of Crop Production AGR-052 Principles of Crop Production Designed to develop needed skills involved in production of the major field crops in central Illinois and Indiana. Plant growth, crop choice, tillage, planting and sowing for maximum yields are emphasized. Course Outline	3.0
HED-178	Responding to Emergencies HED-178 Responding to Emergencies The purpose of the American Red Cross Responding to Emergency course is to provide the citizen responder with the knowledge and skills necessary in an emergency to help sustain life. Course Outline	2.0
WEL-057	Welding Fundamentals WEL-057 Welding Fundamentals Course will cover basic welding processes, including: Oxy-Acetylene welding, Arc welding, Cutting and Brazing. Course Outline	2.5
JDA-054	Jd Turf & Utility Equipment JDA-054 Jd Turf & Utility Equipment This course is a study of John Deere consumer and commercial equipment. Operation, diagnosis, and repair of internal combustion engines, engine ignition systems, electrical and safety systems, fuel systems, and mowing attachments will be covered. (Repeatable 1 Time) Course Outline	2.0
JDA-051	JD Tillage & Seeding Equipment JDA-051 JD Tillage & Seeding Equipment This class is an introduction to John Deere tillage and seeding equipment including theory and principles of operation, set-up and adjustment, trouble-shooting, and repair. Course Outline	3.0
JDA-114	John Deere Hay Equipment JDA-114 John Deere Hay Equipment This course introduces students to John Deere Hay equipment. This equipment includes Mower-Conditioners, Hay Rakes, Small Square Balers, and Large Round Balers. Course Outline	2.0

Suggested Electives
AGR-052	Principles of Crop Production AGR-052 Principles of Crop Production Designed to develop needed skills involved in production of the major field crops in central Illinois and Indiana. Plant growth, crop choice, tillage, planting and sowing for maximum yields are emphasized. Course Outline	3.0
HED-178	Responding to Emergencies HED-178 Responding to Emergencies The purpose of the American Red Cross Responding to Emergency course is to provide the citizen responder with the knowledge and skills necessary in an emergency to help sustain life. Course Outline	2.0
WEL-057	Welding Fundamentals WEL-057 Welding Fundamentals Course will cover basic welding processes, including: Oxy-Acetylene welding, Arc welding, Cutting and Brazing. Course Outline	2.5
JDA-054	Jd Turf & Utility Equipment JDA-054 Jd Turf & Utility Equipment This course is a study of John Deere consumer and commercial equipment. Operation, diagnosis, and repair of internal combustion engines, engine ignition systems, electrical and safety systems, fuel systems, and mowing attachments will be covered. (Repeatable 1 Time) Course Outline	2.0
JDA-051	JD Tillage & Seeding Equipment JDA-051 JD Tillage & Seeding Equipment This class is an introduction to John Deere tillage and seeding equipment including theory and principles of operation, set-up and adjustment, trouble-shooting, and repair. Course Outline	3.0
JDA-114	John Deere Hay Equipment JDA-114 John Deere Hay Equipment This course introduces students to John Deere Hay equipment. This equipment includes Mower-Conditioners, Hay Rakes, Small Square Balers, and Large Round Balers. Course Outline	2.0

John Deere Tech (AAS.JDAT)

Catalog Term Year:

First YearFirst Semester

First YearSecond Semester

First YearSummer Term

Second YearFirst Semester

Second YearSecond Semester

JDA-080John Deere Electrical Systems

TEC-048Applied Shop Computations

JDA-073JD Shop Skills & Fundamentals

JDA-111John Deere Ag Software

JDA-091John Deere Hydraulics I

Semester Totals

JDA-071John Deere Power Trains

JDA-092John Deere Hydraulics II

JDA-086John Deere Combine Production

ECO-130The American Economy

PSY-271Intr/Psychology

SOS-052Workplace Communication/Safety

ENG-050Writing for Industry

ENG-119Composition I Pathway

ENG-120Composition I

Semester Totals

JDA-041John Deere SOE I

JDA-094John Deere Air Cond Systems

JDA-113John Deere Apex Software

JDA-072JD Advanced Power Trains

Semester Totals

JDA-042John Deere SOE II

JDA-087John Deere Fuel Systems

JDA-050John Deere Engine Systems

COM-111Intro to Speech Communication

Semester Totals

JDA-095John Deere Equip Diagnostics

JDA-082Jd Advanced Elect/Electronic Sys

JDA-043John Deere SOE III

POS-160American National Government

Semester Totals

Total Program Hours

AGR-052Principles of Crop Production

HED-178Responding to Emergencies

WEL-057Welding Fundamentals

JDA-054Jd Turf & Utility Equipment

JDA-051JD Tillage & Seeding Equipment

JDA-114John Deere Hay Equipment

AGR-052Principles of Crop Production

HED-178Responding to Emergencies

WEL-057Welding Fundamentals

JDA-054Jd Turf & Utility Equipment

JDA-051JD Tillage & Seeding Equipment

JDA-114John Deere Hay Equipment

AGR-052Principles of Crop Production

HED-178Responding to Emergencies

WEL-057Welding Fundamentals

JDA-054Jd Turf & Utility Equipment

JDA-051JD Tillage & Seeding Equipment

JDA-114John Deere Hay Equipment

First Year
First Semester

First Year
Second Semester

First Year
Summer Term

Second Year
First Semester

Second Year
Second Semester

JDA-080
John Deere Electrical Systems

TEC-048
Applied Shop Computations

JDA-073
JD Shop Skills & Fundamentals

JDA-111
John Deere Ag Software

JDA-091
John Deere Hydraulics I

JDA-071
John Deere Power Trains

JDA-092
John Deere Hydraulics II

JDA-086
John Deere Combine Production

ECO-130
The American Economy

PSY-271
Intr/Psychology

SOS-052
Workplace Communication/Safety

ENG-050
Writing for Industry

ENG-119
Composition I Pathway

ENG-120
Composition I

JDA-041
John Deere SOE I

JDA-094
John Deere Air Cond Systems

JDA-113
John Deere Apex Software

JDA-072
JD Advanced Power Trains

JDA-042
John Deere SOE II

JDA-087
John Deere Fuel Systems

JDA-050
John Deere Engine Systems

COM-111
Intro to Speech Communication

JDA-095
John Deere Equip Diagnostics

JDA-082
Jd Advanced Elect/Electronic Sys

JDA-043
John Deere SOE III

POS-160
American National Government

AGR-052
Principles of Crop Production

HED-178
Responding to Emergencies

WEL-057
Welding Fundamentals

JDA-054
Jd Turf & Utility Equipment

JDA-051
JD Tillage & Seeding Equipment

JDA-114
John Deere Hay Equipment

AGR-052
Principles of Crop Production

HED-178
Responding to Emergencies

WEL-057
Welding Fundamentals

JDA-054
Jd Turf & Utility Equipment

JDA-051
JD Tillage & Seeding Equipment

JDA-114
John Deere Hay Equipment

AGR-052
Principles of Crop Production

HED-178
Responding to Emergencies

WEL-057
Welding Fundamentals

JDA-054
Jd Turf & Utility Equipment

JDA-051
JD Tillage & Seeding Equipment

JDA-114
John Deere Hay Equipment