Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics at PGCC

Take the Brakes off and Jump-Start Your Career Today with the Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics Department, at Prince George's Community College. We offer programs in CDL, Automotive, Motorcycle Mechanics, Motorcycle Rider, Drivers Education, Small Engine Repair, and a FREE Introduction to Drones course in March.
Are you ready to get your motorcycle or CDL license, or learn how to work on your own car? Give Emanuel or Barbara a call at 301-546-0062 or email us at [email protected]

https://www.pgcc.edu/programs-courses/continuing-education/transportation-and-distribution/automotive-technology/

Everyone

Automotive Technology PGCC’s Automotive Technology courses provide the basic knowledge and skills to start a career as an entry-level service technician in the service and repair industry.

Small Gas Engines

The Small Gas Engines course covers the basic principles of small gas engine theory, troubleshooting, service and repair, and failure analysis, explaining the "why" in engine design and operation fundamentals. Students supply their own materials.

Program Features

Evening classes.
Completion certificate.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Course Description
OCC-316 Small Gas Engine

This course covers the basic principles of small engine operation and service from engine theory to troubleshooting and failure analysis, explaining the "why" in engine design and operation fundamentals. Students supply their own materials.

8 sessions, $340* (includes a $40 lab fee).

Summer 2023
SYN #01636 | 7/31/2023-8/23/2023

Lecture on Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-9:30 p.m.

Largo Campus, Continuing Education Bld., Room 127.

Fall 2023
SYN #03299 | 11/08/2023-12/06/2023

Lecture on Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-9:30 p.m.

Largo Campus, Continuing Education Bld., Room 127.

Forklift Certification

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires that lift-truck operators be trained under specified guidelines. Students must be 18 years of age or older. This one-day class includes both classroom training—including videos, discussions, and lectures on safe operation of the industrial powered, sit down rider lift truck—and practical training, including hands-on operation, demonstrations, and pre-shift inspections. Students will operate the lift truck in a simulated and controlled work environment. Students will be issued a training certificate and wallet card at the completion of the course.

Courses
Summer 2023
SYN #01603

08/10/2023, Thursday 08:00AM - 03:00PM, Westphalia Training Center

Fall 2023
SYN # 03249

10/12/2023, Thursday 08:00AM - 03:00PM, Westphalia Training Center

SYN # 03250

12/01/2023, Thursday 08:00AM - 03:00PM, Westphalia Training Center

Do you want to purchase a motorcycle? Do you need to get your license? PGCC can help you get that done. Check out our classes.

Quality training for over 35 years! Our Class-M license program is designed for beginner or experienced riders. Instructors are trained and certified by the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. Successful motorcycling is not just a matter of being careful and having good instincts; it requires specialized knowledge, skills, techniques, and strategies. If you have never ridden, are self-taught, or have learned from friends, you will benefit from our professional training.

Note: It is an MVA requirement that all students must complete an online Motorcycle Safety Foundation course as part of the licensing program. Information about the online course will be given on the first day of class.

Three sessions, $300* (includes a $35 lab fee).

Monday classes are held from 6–9 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday classes are held from 7:45 a.m.–4 p.m.

For Monday night classes, please report to the Continuing Education Building, Room 124. You can park in Lot G.

Summer 2023
#01621: 6/20, Monday; 6/24-6/25, Saturday, Sunday

#01622: 6/26, Monday; 7/1-7/2, Saturday, Sunday

#01623: 7/3, Monday; 7/8-7/9, Saturday, Sunday

#01624: 7/10, Monday; 7/14-7/15, Saturday, Sunday

#01625: 7/17, Monday; 7/22-7/23, Saturday, Sunday

#01626: 7/24, Monday; 7/29-7/30, Saturday, Sunday

#01627: 7/31, Monday; 8/5-8/6, Saturday, Sunday

#01628: 8/7, Monday; 8/12-8/13, Saturday, Sunday

#01629: 8/14, Monday; 8/19-8/20, Saturday, Sunday

#01630: 8/21, Monday; 8/26-8/27, Saturday, Sunday

OCC-400 Auto Technician: Electrical Systems

An in-depth, hands-on study of today’s automotive electrical systems. Topics include electrical system diagnosis, battery diagnosis and service, starting system, charging system, lighting systems: head and tail, parking, dash and courtesy, stop and hazard, turn signals and backup light, gauges warning devices, driver information system diagnosis and repair, horn, wiper and washer, body and miscellaneous accessories diagnostic and repair. Course based on Auto Service Excellence (ASE) content area testing information. 5 sessions, $250* (includes a $30 lab fee)

Fall 2023

SYN # 03296
09/13/2023-9/27/2023
Lecture Monday, Wednesday
06:00PM - 09:45PM
Largo Campus, Annex C, Room 002

301-546-0062

OCC-301 Auto Technician: Basic Theory

A hands-on study of the construction, operation and function of all major automotive units. Topics include engine fundamentals, emission control, fuel system, electrical system, ignition system, engine tune-up instruments and procedures, brake system, suspension and alignment. Textbook discussed on the first day of class. 12 sessions, $560* (includes a $60 lab fee)

Fall 2023

SYN # 03300
09/05/2023-10/12/2023
Lecture Tuesday and Thursday 06:00PM - 09:45PM
Largo Campus, Annex C, Room 002

301-546-0062

Have you ever wanted to learn to fly a drone? Spend a morning with our experienced drone pilot and enjoy learning about the emergence of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or 'drones' and their implications for the national and international stage today and in the future. Discuss their history, types, characteristics, and uses as well as current issues such as privacy and safety.

This free class will fill up fast so register early!

Introduction to Drones

TDL 500 04381 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Continuing Education Building Room 127

301-546-062

[email protected]

Take the Brakes off and Jump-Start Your Career Today with the Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics Department. at Prince George's Community College. We offer programs in CDL, Automotive, Motorcycle Mechanics, Motorcycle Rider, Drivers Education, Small Engine Repair and coming September a FREE Introduction to Drones course.

Are you ready to get your motorcycle or CDL license, or learn how to work on your own car? Give Emanuel or Barbara a call at 301-546-0062 or email us at [email protected]

Automotive Technology PGCC’s Automotive Technology courses provide the basic knowledge and skills to start a career as an entry-level service technician in the service and repair industry.