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Careers in Auto Technology Course Description

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CAREERS IN AUTO TECHNOLOGY & SERVICE I (CATS)

This course is a must for students with a desire to learn more about Auto Technology at an intermediate level. Working in the auto industry today is a big challenge. By developing entry-level diagnostic abilities (problem-based learning), the student will learn how and why a part or system works or doesn’t work. Learning things by trial and error is inadequate and very time consuming; classroom assignments and lab activities are taught daily with problem-based situations being presented and solved using math, common sense, mechanical aptitude, and written documentation by the students. Units covered are lighting systems, starting and charging, suspension and steering, tires and brakes systems, application of precision electrical and mechanical measuring devices, engine disassembly and inspection, vehicle inspection and maintenance, fuel system delivery service and advanced fuel, ignition, and control systems for small engines.
 

Each student will be required to do class work which will consist of a workbook and text assignments along with the corresponding shop exercise in the required time frame. Each unit must be passed with a minimum proficiency level of 78%. Personal responsibility, professionalism along with workplace skills are stressed and graded in this course. The program requires students to be able to pass safety tests (w/100%) and procedures studied in the class and shop. Correct use of tools and equipment are studied and developed. Students will have the opportunity to participate in job shadowing and field trips based upon attendance and completed assignments. Participation as a coordinated interactive work team is stressed as students will be required to do managerial, customer relation, and use information technology regularly as it is applied to the automotive service industry. This course provides knowledge and experience to continue into the second year of this program which requires independent study.

All fees listed are approximate and are subject to change

CAREERS IN AUTO TECHNOLOGY & SERVICE II (CATS II)

This course is for students in 12^th grade that have passed the first level the previous year. They will be required to perform specific repair and maintenance procedures on lab and live vehicles. These procedures will include writing invoices, performing the work, accessing needed repair information, and proving the repair fixed the problem. Assignments and lab activities are taught and applied on a regular basis within this course. In this level they will take the concepts learned the previous year and apply them regularly to develop proficiency for entering post-secondary education or the workforce.  Students will have the opportunity to participate in job shadowing and field trips in this program based upon attendance and completed assignments. Workplace skills are taught in class and practiced at prospective places of employment and job shadowing sites. Units covered are: Safety (100% passing grade requirement), review of level 1 curriculum, reconstruction of vehicle systems as a working lab model and use of computers for documentation and recording. Systems not covered previously such as welding, axles, clutches are also part of this course. I.C.E., E.V. (internal combustion, electric and alternatively fueled) are included. Each unit must be passed with a minimum proficiency level of 78%.

All fees listed are approximate and are subject to change