College Closed Monday Because of Winter Storm

Due to inclement weather, all Wake Tech campuses will be closed Monday, January 26, 2026. Students taking in-person classes should check with their instructors for more information. Online classes will continue as scheduled. Many Wake Tech services, including Admissions and Academic Advising, are available virtually at virtualsupport.waketech.edu. Wake Tech employees who can work remotely should do so.

Credit Programs

Construction Equipment Systems Technology

John Deere Construction & Forestry Tech Program

John DeereThe Construction and Forestry Technology (C&F Tech) program is designed to be a two-year Associate in Applied Science degree. John Deere dealers from North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia sponsor students. The curriculum follows the general Heavy Equipment & Transport Technology standards, but the material focuses on the needs of John Deere construction equipment dealers.

Wake Tech is one of seven community colleges that provide instruction on John Deere construction and forestry equipment.

Sponsoring dealers for Wake Tech

  • James River Equipment Inc. (Based in Ashland, Va.)
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  • Leslie Equipment Company (Based in Cowen, W.Va.)
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C&F Tech provides unique opportunities for both the student and the dealer sponsor. To find out how to receive reimbursement for books and tuition, earn a tool set (or get it at cost) or start a career in a growing field, contact Paige Kearns at 919-866-5257 or [email protected].