Automotive Classes

Automotive Service Technology I                                                   3.00 Credit                                                                                         2 SEMESTERS

• Grade Level(s): 11, 12

• PRE-REQUISITES: Intro to Industrial Tech passed with a grade of C- or higher.

• MAJOR REQUIREMENTS: Complete objectives as required. All students will complete a safety and tool identification unit before beginning course work.

• DESCRIPTION: Automotive Service Technology is a two-year vocational program that is divided into four semester courses that are aligned with the ASE certification program and the Tech Prep program in the State of Missouri. The four areas of instruction are engine repair, brakes, steering and suspension, and electrical systems. Students will acquire a technical vocabulary, develop the ability to read and understand shop manuals, technical service bulletins as well as apply the instructions given in service information.

• Engine Repair: The student will study basic engine construction, nomenclature and servicing. Many related systems including their lubrication system, cooling system as well as instruction on the proper installation of gaskets and seals. Students will receive group and individual instruction and be expected to perform various tasks to meet the instructor’s satisfaction. Individuals will progress at their own pace and must be willing to pursue on an individual basis those objectives they have practiced and become proficient in. Written tests as well as textbook assignments will be given to reinforce classroom instruction. Students will complete objectives on in house test engines or they may bring in engines of their own they want to rebuild.

• Steering and Suspension: This course will consist of the study of tires, wheels, and balancing of tires as well as the study of steering geometry. In steering geometry, wheel alignment angles will be identified and discussed as well as their effect on vehicle handling. Students will become familiar with nomenclature of both long and short arm suspension systems and Mac Pherson strut suspension systems. Basic servicing of manual and power rack and pinion steering systems and also power and manual steering gear boxes. Students will perform alignments using up to date four wheel alignment equipment as well as magnetic mount bubble systems. Students will progress at their own pace working on course objectives. Objectives will be completed in mock-ups or on actual vehicles brought in for servicing. Textbook assignments and test quizzes will be given to measure the students’ knowledge and understanding of instruction given. This class may be eligible for college credit - Click here to learn more.

Automotive Service Technology II                                                 3.00 Credit                                                                                         2 SEMESTERS

• Grade Level(s): 12

• PRE-REQUISITES: C- or higher in Automotive I.

• MAJOR REQUIREMENTS OR PROJECTS: Complete objectives as required. All students will complete a safety and tool identification unit before beginning course work.

• DESCRIPTION: Automotive Service Technology is a two-year vocational program that is divided into four semester courses that are aligned with the ASE certification program and the Tech Prep program in the State of Missouri. The four areas of instruction are engine repair, brakes, steering and suspension, and electrical systems. Students will acquire a technical vocabulary, develop the ability to read and understand shop manuals, technical service bulletins as well as apply the instructions given in service information.

• Brakes: The brake system course will consist of the study of the brake hydraulic system, power boosters and the operation of disc, as well as duo-servo and non-servo type drum brakes. Instruction on the construction and servicing of anti-lock brakes will give the student the knowledge and ability to service all wheel anti-lock brake systems as well as rear wheel anti-lock brake systems. Students will learn servicing and precision measuring brake drums and rotors. Students will complete course objectives at their own rate of readiness. Objectives will be completed on mock-ups or on actual vehicles. Tests, quizzes, and textbook assignments will be given to measure the students understanding of operation and servicing techniques.

• Electrical Systems: This course will include the study of the basic electrical circuits and accessories of the modern automobile. The course will include a study of Ohm’s law and identification and building and testing of series, parallel, and series parallel circuits. Students will receive instruction in wiring diagram reading along with the identification and testing of various types of circuit protectors. Instruction will be given regarding wire sizes and their applications along with proper repair techniques. Systems studied will include starting, charging, lighting circuits as well as many accessories such as wiper motors, radios, power seats, windows and electrical motors. Students will acquire the skills of using test equipment such as volt meters, ohmmeters, ammeters and ignition oscilloscopes. Students will complete objectives at their own pace and at their own rate of readiness. Objectives completion will be on mock-up or actual vehicle. Tests, quizzes and textbook assignments will measure the students understanding of instructional materials. This class may be eligible for college credit - Click here to learn more.