AUTOMOTIVE
SMALL ENGINES
This is designed as a beginning course for the study of internal combustion engines as major sources of power. Laboratory experiences will be provided on the proper disassembly techniques used on two and four cycle engines, basic vocabulary, concepts, attitudes and mechanical skills. Cooperative work habits, safety and proper usage of common hand tools will be stressed in the laboratory.
Highlights: Students will disassemble and reassemble lawnmower engines (Vertical-Shaft) and Go Kart engines (Horizontal-Shaft) throughout the semester.
This is a semester long course.
Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
AUTO I
Designed as a more comprehensive study of the internal combustion engine and its related parts. Emphasis will be placed on learning the basic principle function of the automotive engine, electrical and fuel systems. Students will develop problem solving abilities and are required to disassemble and assemble assigned units of study.
Highlights: V8 Engine disassembly, measurement, and reassembly
Prerequisite: Small Engines
This is a semester long course.
Level: 10, 11, 12
AUTO II - DUAL CREDIT
AUTO SEMINAR
This is a vocational trade preparatory in-school course designed for students who are planning to enter the auto mechanics or allied fields for gainful employment. The students will learn the tools of the trade, personal benefits, problems of the trade, power transmission systems, and basic diagnostic skills necessary for this occupational field. Two periods each day will be devoted to practical work on cars in our auto mechanics shop doing operations that include tune-ups, engine replacements, fuel systems, electrical systems, engine testing, cooling systems, brakes, steering, etc.
Prerequisite: Small Engines & Auto I
This is a year long course.
Level: 11, 12
