Agricultural & Diesel Equipment Technology

The Agricultural & Diesel Equipment Technology program is 12 months in length (four quarters). Students earn 74 credit hours, which equals 1,344 clock hours. The student-to-instructor ratio for the program is 17:1. Tuition is payable on a quarterly basis. There are four quarters in an academic year. Our start dates are as follows: - Fall 2026

**Quarter 1** - AET 110 — Intro to Agricultural Equipment (5.5 credits) - AET 111 — Electrical Systems I (6.5 credits) - AET 114 — Hydraulic Systems I (7.5 credits) - Subtotal: 19.5 credits **Quarter 2** - AET 120 — Engine Theory & Repair (7 credits) - AET 121 — Fuel Systems (6.5 credits) - AET 122 — Electrical Systems II (5.5 credits) - Subtotal: 19 credits **Quarter 3** - AET 130 — Electronics & Accessories (8 credits) - AET 131 — Powertrain Theory I (11.5 credits) - Subtotal: 19.5 credits **Quarter 4** - AET 141 — Powertrain Theory II (6.5 credits) - AET 142 E — Externship (4 credits) - AET 143 — Hydraulic Systems II (5.5 credits) - Subtotal: 16 credits **Total credit hours: 74** (1,344 clock hours)

**Tuition** - Tuition: $22,565 **Mandatory fees** - Lab fees: $800 - Technology fees: $200 - Tool/material fees: $300 - Industry certification fees: $24 - Other tools/materials: $4,200 **Total estimated cost of enrollment: $28,089** All fees listed are mandatory and required for the completion of the program. Additional certifications and field trips are optional and costs are assessed separately. Programs may have additional continuing education costs that are required for licensing and/or job placement. Amounts listed are estimates and subject to change. **Registration fee** - A $100 registration fee secures a seat in an available start date. - If the applicant cancels after the fifth business day subsequent to signing the enrollment agreement, but prior to attending class, the school will retain the registration fee not to exceed $100 and all other money paid will be refunded. **Financial aid** Perry Technical Institute offers a variety of financial assistance to eligible students. Aid in the form of grants, loans, jobs, and scholarships help offset the cost of educational expenses. Financial aid is administered in accordance with established state and federal policies and philosophies. A student's eligibility for federal and state aid is determined through the submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Alternatively, students who do not have access to federal funding due to immigration status (including undocumented students) can complete the Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA). - Federal Pell Grants - Subsidized and Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans - Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loans - Perry Technical Foundation scholarships - Veterans education benefits (GI Bill®), approved by the Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board's State Approving Agency (WTECB/SAA) For more information regarding financial assistance, contact a financial aid representative at 509.453.0374 or email financialaid@perrytech.edu.

Total program tuition is $22,565, billed quarterly across four quarters.

Perry Technical Institute serves industry by preparing workers with both technical skills and positive work habits. Career Services supports students through the Employment Connection, part-time job listings and the annual Employer Expo. Through continuous development of our Program Advisory Committees (PACs), industry leaders help shape our course curriculum, ensuring students receive training for the real world and are prepared for employment after graduation.

Perry Technical Institute is housed in the same location that it was in 1939. It has built upon its rich history to continue to meet the needs of employers throughout the area. Perry now offers 13 programs and serves more than 800 students. Over the years, Perry Technical Institute has tailored its programs to meet the needs of industry. While the course offerings have changed in response to these needs, the mission of the school has remained the same. Perry Technical Institute serves industry by preparing workers with both technical skills and positive work habits. Perry Technical Institute boasts a range of facilities such as classrooms, labs, study zones, a student center, a learning resource center, and communal areas designed to foster connections among students, faculty, and local community members. Classrooms and computer labs are equipped with interactive whiteboards and Wi-Fi connectivity. Additionally, the campus offers various amenities to cater to student needs, including outdoor seating areas, open fields for recreational activities, and convenient food such as vending machines. Administrative offices and support staff, covering enrollment, financial aid, registrar services, foundation, academic support, facilities & safety, veteran support, human resources, IT services, and career services, are also located on-site. Through continuous development of our Program Advisory Committees (PACs), industry leaders help shape our course curriculum, ensuring students receive training for the real world and are prepared for employment after graduation.