The Automotive Technology Pathway is for students who enjoy working with their hands, using tools, solving problems, and troubleshooting. Possible careers in this field include Automotive Technician and Parts Sales Specialist. 

Course Descriptions

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Automotive Technology 1 - 1 Unit - Grades 9-10

College Preparatory 

Automotive Technology 1 focuses on shop safety, basic mechanics tools, shop equipment, and brake systems.  Brake system theory and brake diagnosis is covered along with repair procedures.  Students will study disc and drum brake systems, anti-lock brakes and hydraulics.  There will be a limited amount of shop demonstrations and hands-on activities that relate to the material being covered in the classroom. This course is designed for students who are interested in a career in the automotive industry. All students must have safety glasses, shop clothes, and shoes. 

[603000CW] 

Automotive Technology 2 H - 1 Unit - Grades 10-12

Honors 

Prerequisite: Auto Tech 1

Auto Tech 2 focuses on steering, suspension, and automatic transmissions.  Students will also study tires and wheels, wheel balancing, and wheel alignment.  Upon successful completion of this course, they will understand the theory, diagnosis, and repair of automotive steering and suspension systems.  Actual repair work will be incorporated into each student’s learning experience.  Students will perform NATEF tasks within Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) certification. Content will also include system diagnosis, communication, customer relations, technical writing, computer science, and blueprints & diagrams. Actual repair work is incorporated into each student’s learning experience under the close supervision of an ASE-certified instructor. All students must have safety glasses, shop clothes, and shoes. 

[H: 603100HW]

Automotive Technology 3 H - 1 Unit - Grades 10-12

Honors 

Prerequisite: Auto Tech 1 (yes, students can take Auto 3 before Auto 2)

Auto Tech 3 focuses on drivetrain and HVAC (heat, ventilation, & air conditioning) operation, diagnostics, and service procedures. Students will perform NATEF tasks within the Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) certification. Content will also include system diagnosis, communication, customer relations, technical writing, computer science, and blueprints & diagrams. Actual repair work is incorporated into each student’s learning experience under the close supervision of an ASE-certified instructor.  This course also prepares students for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification. Students are advised to have a valid South Carolina driver’s license or permit. All students must have safety glasses, shop clothes, and shoes.  

[H: 603200HW]

Automotive Technology 4 H - 1 Unit - Grades 10-12

Honors 

Prerequisite: Auto Tech 1, 2, and 3 and teacher recommendation

Auto Tech 4 focuses on electrical systems, engine performance, and engine repair. Students will study basic engine theory, diagnosis, and service common to automotive internal combustion engines and will learn how to properly use wiring and current flow diagrams in electrical diagnosis and repair.  Units will also cover engine rebuilding, measurement and performance testing, entry level driveability concerns on automotive vehicles and modern ignition, fuel and power train computer-controlled systems.  Students will have the opportunity to use industry standard testing equipment such as PC based scopes and hand-held scanners. Actual repair work is incorporated into each student’s learning experience under the close supervision of an ASE-certified instructor. This course also prepares students for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification. All students must have safety glasses, shop clothes, and shoes.  

[H: 603300HW]

Auto Braking Systems (AUT 112) & Auto Air Conditioning (AUT 241) - ½ Unit Each - Grades 11-12

Dual Enrollment

Prerequisite: Auto 1, 2H, and 3H, teacher recommendation, and must meet college acceptance requirements

*may take in addition to Auto 4 or in place of Auto 4 to be a completer – this course is taught as an early bird class (starts at 7:45 AM)
The AUT 112 course covers hydro-boost power brakes and vacuum power brakes as well as master cylinders and caliper rebuilding. The AUT 241 course covers automotive HVAC systems (heat, ventilation and air conditioning). This course is a study in the principles of refrigeration, operation, and testing procedures to determine the cause of the malfunction, servicing or repairing by approved methods. Emphasis is on special tools, equipment, and safety procedures. Actual repair work is incorporated into each student’s learning experience under the close supervision of an ASE-certified instructor. This course also prepares students for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification. All students must have safety glasses, shop clothes and shoes. 

Visit the York Tech page for more information about dual enrollment courses.
[AUT 112: 636200EH, AUT 241: 835200EH]