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Auto Shop Courses, Pathways and the Transportation Industry Sector
Use the links below to view short videos that illustrate the DHS Auto Tech Program and the students it serves.
Use the links below to view short videos that illustrate the DHS Auto Tech Program and the students it serves.
Davis High School
Auto Tech/Auto Shop
FAQs
Should I be concerned about my student getting hurt in a DHS Auto Tech class?
The health, safety and well-being of students is the corner-stone of instruction at the DHS Auto Shop.
How much shop time will students have in Basic Auto and EV Tech/Build?
Both courses have a split of roughly 50% classroom and 50% shop activities.
Do students need a driver’s license or permit?
No.
Do students need their own tools?
No, students will have access to professional tools and equipment while in the course.
Do students need to have a car to work on?
The shop is equipped with project vehicles for students to work on. They may bring in a car from home, but it is not required.
What kinds of students take auto shop classes at DHS?
DHS auto shop students are diverse in all aspects: gender, sexual orientation, race, socio-economics, learning styles and academic profiles. The shop and the classes have a welcoming, positive and professional atmosphere. STEM and engineering-bound students enjoy the applied nature of physics, chemistry and biology in auto shop classes. History and social science students enjoy automotive history and how it relates to social and environmental trends and issues. Hands-on learners enjoy the project-based, tactile learning.
How can a student enroll in Advanced Auto?
Before students can take Advanced Auto, they must first complete Basic Auto or EV Tech/Build.
Are there off-campus internship opportunities?
Yes, particularly via the Harbor Freight Fellowship Program.
What’s the difference between Basic Auto and EV Tech/Build?
Basic Auto is general in its approach and surveys all automotive skills, terminology and concepts. EV Tech exclusively focuses on electric vehicle technology and skills.
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