Automotive Technology

Course Title: Introduction to Automotive Technology

Course Number: 0406-0407

Grade Level: 9-12

Elective/Required: Elective

Length/Credits: Year/10 credits

Prerequisites: None

Course Description: Introduction to Automotive Technology is designed as a basic course in automotive service, maintenance and repair. It is also a pre-vocational class for those interested in a career in automotive technology field. The course content includes automotive safety, tools of the trade, automotive maintenance, minor service techniques, including checking of fluids, lubrication, battery service, cooling system service, wheel, tire and suspension service, brake service, and performance of minor electrical tune-up. Hands-on experience with tools, lifting equipment, service equipment, test equipment, and automotive components is included.

Course Title: Automotive Diagnostics, Maintenance and Repair

Course Number: 0410-0411

Grade Level: 10-12

Elective/Required: Elective

Length/Credits: Year/10 credits

Prerequisites: Intro to Automotive Technology or teacher recommendation

Course Description: Automotive diagnostics, maintenance and repair is designed as a continuation ofIntroduction to Automotive Technology with an in-depth study on the theory, principles and practices of the engine, electrical, fuel, emissions, chassis, brakes, cooling, drive train systems. The course content also includes automotive safety, tools, automotive maintenance, service techniques, and general knowledge of the automotive service industry. Hands-on experience with tools, lifting equipment, service equipment, test equipment, and automotive components is included.

Course Title: Advanced Auto Mechanics

Course Number: 8914-8915

Grade Level: 11-12

Elective/Required: Elective

Length/Credits: Year/10 credits

Prerequisites: Automotive Diagnostics, Maintenance and Repair or teacher recommendation

Course Description: Students will learn entry-level auto mechanics job skills. They will learn how to work safely by themselves and with others. Advanced Auto Mechanics class time will be devoted primarily to actual auto mechanics work experience. Students will be introduced to the latest computerized service and repair databases. Intensive hands-on experience with hand tools, lifting equipment, service equipment, and diagnostic tools is emphasized. Most work will be performed on late-model vehicles and modern component units. This is a two period certificate issuing class.