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Don’t Miss the Final TechKnowledge One Day Diesel Camp – July 23

Posted on — July 16, 2025

The final TechKnowledge One Day Diesel Camp of the summer is set for Wednesday, July 23 at Lake Area Technical College (LATC) in Watertown, South Dakota.

At this final camp, students will engage in hands-on experience activities and learn about careers in diesel and ag technology.

Here is a short overview of what students will do at the TechKnowledge One Day Diesel Camp:

  • Students will get hands-on experience with industry-leading equipment.

  • Students also rotate through stations focused on hydraulics, diesel engines, and GPS mapping.

  • Along the way, instructors and dealership mentors offer one-on-one guidance or answer questions.

  • Finally, students learn about LATC’s TechKnowledge Student Technician Program, which offers a 100% tuition-free path to a skilled career.

At this camp, Students gain hands-on experience wrenching engines, working with electrical and hydraulic systems as well as use GPS technology for mapping with a John Deere Gator UTV.  Through these activities, they discover how diesel powers agriculture’s future and how to jumpstart their careers in this field.

Why should students attend?
This camp provides the last chance this summer to:

  • Gain practical, hands-on training in diesel mechanics.

  • Students can connect with industry professionals.

  • Meet peers who share their passion for working with their hands and diesel technology

  • Experience a day as a potential future in diesel technician.

 

Special thanks to the following dealers, Kibble Equipment, Valley Plains Equipment, and Platte Valley Equipment for helping make these camps impactful and a great student experience.

The TechKnowledge program covers:

✅ Full tuition paid up front
✅ $8,500 worth of tools and toolbox
✅ Books and fees
✅ A guaranteed job after graduation

Therefore, students leave the TechKnowledge One Day Diesel Camp equipped with new skills, valuable connections, and a clear, debt-free path to a rewarding career.

This camp is currently full, but spots to come available. Reach out to our recruiting team if interested – careers@brandtag.com


📅 Final Camp Details:

🗓 Wednesday, July 23
📍 Lake Area Technical College, Watertown, SD
🎓 Open to: Incoming 10th–12th graders
🔗 Spots are limited— reach out to careers@brandtag.com with any questions!

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