AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Automotive Service Technology is an instructional program that introduces students to various occupations found within the automotive field. This program prepares individuals to service and maintain all types of automobiles. Achieving NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation) certification enables the Automotive Program to offer students specific skills in the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) areas of brakes, steering and suspension, engine repair, engine performance, electrical/electronic systems, and heating and air conditioning. By concentrating on technological principles and repair procedures, students will learn the critical thinking and problem solving skills needed to be successful in today’s work force. Use of computerized simulators, shop demonstrations, diagnostic testing, and hands-on activities performed on a vehicle is stressed in all grade levels.
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GRADE 10 (1 credit) Automotive Tech I |
Survival skills needed to
pursue an automotive career Career opportunities
available in automotive service Auto construction and
technical terminology Safety procedures as
outlined by OSHA/MOSHA Introduction to engine
assembly and theory Electrical and electronic
systems Intro to brake diagnosis
and repair Intro to lubrication
systems Intro to cooling systems Intro to science, math, chemistry, physics and
their relationship to Automotive Technology |
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GRADE 11 (2 credits) Automotive Tech II |
Use of computerized repair
manuals and technical service bulletins Warranty and insurance
contracts Technician
responsibilities and liabilities Technical writing skills Shop management techniques Inspection and diagnosis
of steering and suspension systems Diagnosis of conventional
and anti-lock braking systems Use of electrical diagnostic equipment,
multi-meters, DVOMs, circuit testers, etc. |
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GRADE 12 (2 credits) Automotive Tech III |
Impact of automotive
technology on the environment Computerized engine
control, including fuel and air management Heating and air
conditioning systems Analysis and repair of
automotive exhaust and emissions Study of alternative fuels Usage of computer diagnostic equipment, scan tools,
oscilloscopes, infrared meters, etc. |