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   programs:
Automotive Technologies
 
     

Arts & Communication/Business Management:

Accounting Specialist

Chef Training

Commercial Art

Computer & Accounting Technologies

Computer Networking & Repair

Graphic Arts

Information Technologies

Interior Design Applications

Legal/Medical Office Technologies

Environmental/Agricultural Systems:

  Agricultural Diesel Mechanics

Diesel Mechanics

Floriculture

Landscape & Greenhouse Technologies

Powersport Engine Technology

Veterinarian Assistant

Health Services and Human Resources/Services:

Career Paths: Teaching Profession

Cosmetology

Early Childhood Education

Health Careers

Hospitality Services

Industrial Services

Public Safety Technologies

Industrial & Engineering Systems:

Auto Collision Repair

Automotive Technologies

Building Trades/Carpentry

Career Based Intervention

Computer Design/3D Modeling

Electrical

Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

Precision Machining

Pre-Engineering

Welding Fabrication

 

Equipped with the latest testing and diagnostic equipment, Automtovie Technologies students can take the ASE certification tests in their senior year. Program completers can diagnose and repair all electrical and mechanical malfunctions in an automobile.


Career & Technical Skills:

Junior Year

Senior Year

Shop & Equipment Safety
Basic Electrical
Hand Tool Knowledge
Ignition
Metric & Standard Engine Operation Changing & Starting Systems
Basic Auto Service Procedures
Battery Operation
Brake Operation
Fuel Systems
Chasis & Suspension
Computerized Equipment
Advanced Electrical
Suspension & Steering
Automatic Transmission
Tune-up Procedures
Heating & Air Conditioning
Troubleshooting
 

Enrollment Requirements:

- 8 credits required for admission

- Uniforms per specified program

 

Certification Opportunity:
Successful completion of the program and on-the-job experience prepare the graduate to take the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) End of Program Examination.

Articulation Agreements/Tech Prep/Dual Enrollment Opportunities:
Articulation agreements are in place with local colleges

Further Education:
ASE certification and technical training
GM/Chrysler AYES Apprenticeships for qualified students
Apprenticeships
Two- or four-year technical degree in automotive technology

Career Opportunities:
More and more students take two-year post-secondary route to further training, more education and training increases pay scale accordingly. Pay is only limited by how much you want to learn. Average annual salary is $27,400
- New Car Dealership’s Technician

- Parts Salesperson
- Service Department Technician

- Service Station Technician
- Self-employed Technician

- Private Garage Technician

Youth Leadership Organizations:
Skills USA

Did You Know.......
job openings are always there for students with adequate knowledge, training, and work ethics?  New engineering ideas continue to bring new systems to today’s cars requiring more training to repair.


For more information on any of these programs, please contact your high school guidance counselor or call the Four County Guidance Office at (800) 589-3334.

     
 

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