Students will gain an understanding of the operation of piston engines, basic electrical circuits, hydraulic, and pneumatic principles with emphasis on small engine repair. Hands-on experience includes the opportunity to participate in the repair of a variety of small engines.
LEVEL: 1,2,3,4 One-half year One-half unit
LEVEL: 1,2,3,4 One-half year One-half unit
engine and power technology T-134
Auto Technology 1 covers theory of operation and care of the basic components of the modern automobile. Areas of study include engines and engine systems, brakes, and suspensions. Hands-on activities consist of working with actual automotive parts and work on live cars. This course is a prerequisite for T336 Auto Technology 2 and stresses entry level job skills. It is recommended for students interested in becoming an automotive technician, as well as for those who wish to learn basic automotive repair for personal use.
LEVEL: 2,3,4 One year One unit
LEVEL: 2,3,4 One year One unit
auto technology 1 T-235
Auto Technology 2 deals with testing, adjustment, repair and replacement of various components of the automobile. Students study troubleshooting and the use of test equipment including engine analyzers, computer scanners, pressure testers, and emission analyzers. They gain experience in engine mechanical diagnosis and servicing, fuel injection and emission control service, electrical testing, brake repair, alignment, transmission work, and air conditioning service. Time will be split between classroom and lab activities. Students may bring vehicles into the lab for maintenance, testing, and repair when related to planning class activities.
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of T235 Auto Technology 1
LEVEL: 3,4 One year One unit
PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of T235 Auto Technology 1
LEVEL: 3,4 One year One unit
auto technology 2 T-336
These courses allow students who are interested in a career in automotive repair and maintenance to gain additional knowledge and experience in an area or areas of particular interest. Each student, with the help and supervision of the instructor, may choose to explore the areas of Engine Repair and Performance, Brakes, Steering and Suspension, Drive Train, and Electrical Systems. Students working on independent study projects must show personal initiative and self-direction in developing goals and carrying out plans. Research using service data is encouraged.
PREREQUISITE: Instructor’s approval and successful completion of T336 Auto Technology 2
LEVEL: 3,4 One-half or one year One-half or one unit
PREREQUISITE: Instructor’s approval and successful completion of T336 Auto Technology 2
LEVEL: 3,4 One-half or one year One-half or one unit
auto technology independent study T-437, T-487
- Ford AAA Auto Skills
- Students demonstrate their automotive knowledge and qualify for prizes by taking a written exam. Those students scoring the highest (typically the top ten teams) participate in a "hands-on" competition within their respective state, challenging students to diagnose an fix uniformly "bugged" new Ford vehicle as quickly as possible while ensuring quality workmanship. The winning two person team from each state and their instructor is provided an expense-paid trip to the national finals.
- Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine challenge
- Hot Rodders of Tomorrow is a High School Engine Building Competition where a team of 5 Students are timed and judged disassembling and reassembling a Small Block Chevy Engine.
Competitions