Automotive is a two year program that prepares students for employment or continued education in occupations of the automotive industry. Safety is a focus daily for students so that safety becomes second nature for them. The curriculum emphasizes industry based content with time being allocated between lecture and lab activities. The content is aligned with the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) standards to ensure that programs can be recommended for certification by the National Automotive Technician’s Education Foundation (NATEF).
Automotive Service Fundamentals I- The first semester contains an introduction to shop operations, safety, tools and equipment, and preparing the vehicle for both service and the customer. The engine repair unit focuses on the overall internal combustion engine, cylinder and valve train, and lubrication and cooling systems.
The second semester is an introduction to both automatic and manual drive train and axles. This course also contains an introduction to electrical/electronic information and terminology including electrical/electronic system theory, battery systems, starting systems, and charging systems. It also contains an introduction to disc brakes, drum brakes, and anti-lock brakes.
Automotive Service Fundamentals II –The first semester contains a review on shop operations, safety, tools and equipment, and preparing the vehicle for both service and the customer. The Advanced Electrical/Electronic Systems unit contains information on lighting systems, concepts of gauges, warning devices, driver information systems, horn system, wiper/washer system, and accessories system diagnostic repair. The Engine Performance unit contains information on fuel, air induction, and exhaust systems; concepts of emission control system; concepts of engine service.
The Second semester contains general suspension/steering theory; steering system inspection, diagnosis, and repair; concepts of front, rear, and miscellaneous systems; and wheel/tire alignment concepts. It also includes information for the service and maintenance to the heating, ventilation, and engine cooling system.
Prerequisites :
Automotive I- (At least a 10th grader) *(C or higher in English II and Algebra I) *TABE Reading Score (8th grade or higher)
Automotive II- Must receive a credit for Automotive I to enroll in Automotive II
Proof of insurance is required Credits-two electives per year
Lab Fee-$35.00 this includes a shop/work shirt and Skills USA fee
Post Secondary Requirements- High School diploma; two year Associates Degree/ Intensive apprenticeship Training. Because of the higher interest in this program, an 80 average in the previous English, Math, and Science, along with school records and an interview, will determine acceptance in the Automotive Program.
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