Travis Rappleyea, the instructor of the course, explained some of the benefits of the new course. Along with practical skills such as knowing how to perform an oil change or replace a tire, students can expect to practice their communication, collaboration, and anger management skills throughout the course. In an interview with The Scroll, Rappleyea shared, “Whether you do it as a career or not, everyone will interact with cars. This helps students avoid one less helpless scenario.” Cars are an integral part of everyday life for many Oregonians. In 2024, there were over 100,000 vehicle registrations in Josephine County alone (according to the Oregon Department of Transportation). Having basic knowledge of how to care for a vehicle can help boost confidence in students and promote further growth in understanding mechanics and engineering. This class also helps break down potential barriers for students interested in working on cars as a career field or in their personal lives.