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FENDT TECHNICIAN ACADEMY

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FENDT TECHNICIAN ACADEMY OVERVIEW

Prepare to become an agricultural mechanic with UTI’s 12-week Fendt Technician Academy Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT). Graduates earn three out of four levels of certification — Associate, Expert and Fendt Technical Theory. Students accepted into the manufacturer-paid program¹⁵ learn how to work on tractors from Fendt, part of the AGCO Corporation. This agricultural equipment is sold by 71 Fendt tractor dealers with more than 200 locations throughout North America. An added feature of the program is housing costs are covered.

12 weeks Length of specialized training from start to finish

3 credentials Number of earned Fendt tractor certifications: Associate, Expert and Fendt Technical Theory

360 hours Amount of Fendt tractor-specific training hours

1 campus Lisle, Illinois

Program scheduled to begin in fall 2021.

AGRICULTURAL MECHANIC CLASSES

INTRODUCTION TO FENDT

Learn about Fendt tractor history and innovations, information systems and equipment, model identification, operations and maintenance services, and the 10-step customer/machine resolution process.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM & TESTING

Participate in an electrical boot camp, learn about the CAN network and master Fendt tractor controller ID subjects. Get experience with calibrations, troubleshooting and practical applications.

DEUTZ AND MAN ENGINES

Learn about engine specifications, engine ID and basic engine structure, and testing and diagnostics on engine systems. Subjects covered include lubrication, cooling, air induction, fuel, exhaust and aftertreatment.

POWERTRAINS VARIO TRANSMISSION

Get a component overview and theory of operation, CVT insert training, and training on VarioDrive operation, drive lines and brakes.

HYDRAULICS TESTING AND DIAGNOSTICS

Students learn about operation/system flow and hydraulic pressures. Coursework also covers pneumatic systems and pressure testing.

FUSE TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS

The program concludes with training on the Fendt Auto-Guide, the Fendt Task Doc/Pro and Fendt Connect systems.

AGRICULTURAL MECHANIC COURSES

Students in the Fendt Technician Academy diagnose and service genuine Fendt tractor equipment in a supportive instructor-led environment. In classroom and shop/lab exercises, students take agricultural mechanic courses covering these topics:

Fendt tractor history & innovations
Fendt services & equipment
Fendt tractor operations & maintenance services
10-step customer/machine resolution process
Electrical system & testing
CAN network
Tractor controller ID

Calibrations, troubleshooting & practical applications
DEUTZ & MAN engines specifications, ID & basic engine structure
Testing & diagnostics on engine systems
VarioDrive drivetrains & transmissions
Hydraulics testing & diagnostics
Pneumatic system & pressure testing
FUSE_® technology systems: Fendt Auto-Guide, Task Doc & Connect

A look at some of the controls inside the cab of a Fendt tractor.

The Fendt IDEAL 10T combine works a field.

Fendt offers many Smart Farming options.

Facilities, Equipment & Technology

CAREER PLACEMENT

Fendt Technician Academy graduates earn certifications that prepare them for careers as agricultural mechanics, tractor mechanics and more.

EXCLUSIVE TRAINING

UTI is the only school that provides the manufacturer-specific Fendt Technician Academy training.

MANUFACTURER-PAID

Both the program and housing costs are covered for students during the 12-week Fendt Technician Academy.

EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTORS

Students in the Fendt Technician Academy learn from instructors who have decades of combined experience working with Fendt equipment.

WHY UTI

Core Program Training

• Minimum high school graduate or GED

• Completion of UTI's core Diesel Technology curriculum

Employment Commitment

• If accepted, sign a commitment contract with AGCO Corporation for a minimum one year of employment at a Fendt dealership

Grade Point Average

• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 for the duration of core diesel training

Drug & Background Checks

• If accepted, pass drug and background checks

Can students change sessions in which they are enrolled if their circumstances change?

Student requests to move to another session will be evaluated based on the reason for the request and class availability.
What certifications will I hold when I graduate?

Each student graduates with Fendt Associate and Expert certifications.
Can I complete agricultural mechanic training in less than one year?

After completing your core 45-week diesel or 75-week auto + diesel program at UTI, you can apply for the 12-week Fendt Technician Academy Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training program.
How much can I make as an entry-level agricultural mechanic?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for diesel mechanics was $48,500 in May 2019.²⁹ This means half of technicians earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including employer, demand and cost of living in the area. To learn about the annual median wages for diesel technicians across the U.S., check out our diesel technician salary guide.
Can I train to become a tractor mechanic at UTI?

Yes. In UTI’s Fendt Technician Academy, students learn how to diagnose and repair leading tractor equipment. Graduates are prepared to work as entry-level agricultural mechanics for Fendt. The program requires a minimum one-year commitment for employment at a Fendt Tractor dealership.
Can I train to become a farm equipment mechanic at UTI?

Yes. UTI’s core diesel mechanic program and Fendt Technician Academy MSAT prepare students to work on farm equipment and Fendt tractors. The Fendt Technician Academy is a manufacturer-paid program and also includes coverage for housing costs.

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