PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Automotive Technology program is designed to prepare students to perform entry-level maintenance and repair tasks under the supervision of an experienced and certified instructor. Students will have the opportunity to obtain knowledge, practice, develop skills and achieve ASE Entry-level Certifications, in addition to other industry certifications, in the following areas: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, Automobile Service Technology, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Engine Performance, Engine Repair, Heating and Air Conditioning, Maintenance and Light Repair, Manual Drive Train and Axles and Suspension and Steering.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 1 1 unit
Prerequisites:
- Algebra 1 and English 1
- Recommended for grades 10-11
Course Code – 603020CD (1 unit) Maximum Class Size - 20
Automotive Technology 1 includes the following areas of instruction: Required Supplemental Tasks in Shop and Personal Safety, Tools and Equipment, Preparing Vehicle for Service/Customer, use of Service Information, Precision Measuring, and Electrical/Engine Fundamentals, Basic Vehicle Maintenance. The ASE Education Foundation Automobile Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) accreditation model is used. There is a fee for this course.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 2 1 unit
Prerequisites:
- Automotive Technology 1 with grade C or higher
- Recommended for grades 10-11
Course Code – 603120CD (1 unit) Maximum Class Size - 20
Automotive Technology 2 includes the following areas of instruction: Electrical/Electronic Systems, Engine Repair, Brakes and Steering/Suspension . The ASE Education Foundation Automobile Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) accreditation model is used. There is a fee for this course.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 3 1 unit
Prerequisites:
- Automotive Technology 2 with grade C or higher
- Recommended for grades 11-12
Course Code – 603220CW (1 unit) Maximum Class Size – 20
Automotive Technology 3 includes the following areas of instruction: Electrical/Electronic Systems, Engine Repair, Brakes, Steering and Suspension and Manual Drive Train and Axles. The ASE Education Foundation. The ASE Education Foundation Automobile Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) accreditation model is used. There is a fee for this course.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 4 1 unit
Prerequisites:
- Automotive Technology 3
- Recommended for grades 11-12
Course Code – 603320CW (1 unit) Maximum Class Size - 20
Automotive Technology 4 includes the following areas of instruction: Electrical/Electronic Systems, Engine Performance, Automatic Transmissions/ Transaxles and Heating/Air-conditioning Systems. The ASE Education Foundation Automobile Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) accreditation model is used. There is a fee for this course.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 5 1 unit
Prerequisites:
- Automotive Technology 4
- Recommended for grades 12
Course Code – (1 unit)
Automotive Technology 5 is a Work Based Learning Course designed to allow students to attain on-the-job experience while adhering to a mutually developed training agreement between the instructor and on-site supervisor. This agreement will define a combination of objectives/skills to be mastered specific to the CTE course and industry-defined competencies within the career pathway.
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