Pathway Description

This is a program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. It includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air conditioning systems. ***Pathway courses cannot be taken before sophomore year***

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Suggested Course Progression

Course Descriptions

Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair A-D

These courses introduce the student to the principles, theories, and concepts of Automotive Technology and include instruction in the maintenance and light repair of Engines, Brake Systems, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Suspension and Steering Systems, Automatic and Manual Transmission/Transaxles, and Engine Performance Systems. In all areas, appropriate theory, safety, and support instruction will be taught and required for performing each task, including proper care and cleaning of customers’ vehicles. The instruction will also include identification and use of appropriate tools and test/measurement equipment required to accomplish certain tasks. The student will also receive the necessary training to locate and use current reference and training materials from accepted industry publications and resources and demonstrate the ability to write work orders.

Special Problems for Auto I

This course is designed to enhance a student’s understanding of shop situations and problems that arise when dealing with live work. It expands on the task lists that have already been taught to the student in previous Auto courses. The instructor will teach students how to deal with real world problems that arise when repairing automobiles subjected to various types of customer road use.

Special Problems for Auto II

This course is designed to enhance a student’s understanding of shop situations and problems that arise when dealing with live work. It expands on the task lists that have already been taught to the student in previous Auto courses. The instructor will teach students how to deal with real world problems that arise when repairing automobiles subjected to various types of customer road use.

Co-op (Auto)

Co-op provides supervised on-the-job work experience related to the student’s educational objectives. Students who participate in the Cooperative Education program receive compensation for their work.