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Automotive Technology 1 - 1 Unit - Grades 9-10

College Prep Prerequisites: none

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 Honors - 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. [603100HW]

Automotive Technology 3 Honors – 1 Unit – Grades – 10-12

Honors Prerequisite:   Auto Tech 1

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 Honors – 1 Unit – Grades – 10-12

Honors Prerequisite:   Auto Tech 1, 2, and 3 plus 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) – 1 units – Grades - 12

Dual Credit Prerequisite: Auto 1, 2, 3 plus teacher recommendation and York Technical College entrance requirements

*may take in addition to Auto 4 or in place of Auto 4 to be a completer – Taught has an early bird class (7:00AM)

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. [AUT 112: 636200EH, AUT 241: 835200EH]

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Diesel Technology 1 - 1 Unit – Grades 9-10 

College Prep Prerequisites: none

Diesel Technology 1 focuses on shop safety, basic mechanics hand tools, shop equipment, and engine components and operation.  The major project will be disassembling and reassembling a diesel engine.  The students will also dive into electronics, studying theory and how to read and calculate an electrical schematic using Ohm’s Law.  They will earn their Snap-On multimeter certification.  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 diesel industry. All course components comply with the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), and standards set forth by the SC Department of Education. All students must have safety glasses, shop clothes, and shoes. [Grade 9:  631909CW, Grade 10-11:  631000CW] 

Diesel Technology 2 - 1 Unit – Grades 10-12 

College Prep Prerequisite: Diesel Tech 1

Diesel Tech 2 focuses on heavy duty brakes, steering and suspension.  Students will learn both the components as well as operation of hydraulic and pneumatic braking systems.  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.  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. Competencies and job tasks comply with ASE and standards set forth by the State Department of Education. All students must have safety glasses, shop clothes, and shoes. [631100CW]

Diesel Technology 3 – 1 Unit – Grade 11-12

Honors Prerequisites:  Diesel Technology 2

The Diesel Engine Repair Technology program is designed to prepare students to perform entry-level maintenance and repair tasks under the supervision of an experienced technician. Upon successful completion of the program, students will have the opportunity to obtain the ASE Inspection, Maintenance and Minor Repair and Diesel Engine entry-level certifications, as well as other industry certifications.  The following content areas will be discussed: Drive Train and Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) All students must have safety glasses, shop clothes, and shoes. [631200HW]

Diesel Technology 4 – 1 Unit – Grade 11-12

Honors Prerequisites:  Diesel Technology 3

The Diesel Engine Repair Technology program is designed to prepare students to perform entry-level maintenance and repair tasks under the supervision of an experienced technician. Upon successful completion of the program, students will have the opportunity to obtain the ASE Inspection, Maintenance and Minor Repair and Heavy Duty Brakes entry-level certifications, as well as other industry certifications.  The following content areas will be discussed: Electrical/Electronic Systems, Cab Systems, and General Hydraulics. All students must have safety glasses, shop clothes, and shoes [631300HW]