STEM AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Course Overview

STEM Automotive Technology is an intermediate-level course designed to build upon the foundational training provided in the STEM automotive course, Understanding My Ride. In this second-year course, students continue to explore the engine design and engineering characteristics of the internal combustion engine through the collection of data and the measurement of engine efficiency, power, performance, and environmental impact. Students will be challenged to think critically about how mathematical and scientific concepts are directly tied to engineering and automotive professions.

Students will explore the common automotive subsystems, which include engines, brakes, steering, suspension, drivetrains, electrical, and fuel and emission systems. Students will participate in a STEM automotive lab, where they will make minor repairs and adjustments on the various systems of the modern automobile by using diagnostic equipment and specialty tools. Students in the STEM automotive lab are presented with real-world diagnostic scenarios that encourage advanced-level thinking and problem-solving skills. The course also offers students expanded training by offering industry recognized certification, including Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and National Coalition of Certification (NC3) student certifications. Such certifications are highly sought after and recognized in the automotive, aviation, and engineering occupations.