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Equal Opportunity Educational Institution

 

Automotive Technologies

Career Research for this Program:  O*Net

Course Description: 

Changes in automotive technology have increased the importance of the automotive technician.
  This program provides the student with the theory and practical experience needed to diagnose and repair automotive systems and their components.  Students meeting the requirements will be eligible to take the state inspection test for a Class One License.
 

This course covers the repair and maintenance of the ignition system, tires, braking, steering and suspension, alignment, electrical and electronic systems, fuel injection, engine repair, engine performance and cooling system.  Major and minor tune-up and inspection procedures are also included. 
 

An appropriate share of the program is devoted to studying automotive theory.  Students use repair manuals, textbooks and computers for diagnosing problems.  A major emphasis of this course is to promote safe, clean and efficient work habits. 


Prospective students should have mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity, skill with tools, physical stamina, good hand-eye coordination, physical strength, willingness to work in an uncomfortable environment and the ability to think logically.

 

Employment Opportunities: 

  • Auto mechanic or small engine mechanic

  • Mechanics assistant

  • Service station owner or operator

  • Parts supplier

  • Parts sales representative

  • Front-end or tune-up mechanic

  • State inspection mechanic

"Plus Education" Employment Opportunities: 

  • Automotive technician or specialist

  • Electrical system mechanic

  • Service sales

  • Repair service estimator

  • Shop supervisor

  • Service manager

  • Diesel, bus or farm mechanic

  • Transmission mechanic

On To College--Post-Secondary Partners:
  • Ohio Auto/Diesel Technical College

  • Pennsylvania College of Technology

  • Remington Education Center - Vale Campus

  • Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics

National Skill Standards:

  • National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation

  • Automotive Youth Educational System

Curriculum Information:

Program Course Guide     Course Sequence     Duty & Task List