Automotive Technology CIP Code 47.0604 – Competency Records Possible Careers Electronic Equipment Installers & Repairers, Motor Vehicles Automotive Service Technicians & Mechanics Automotive Product Specialists Supervisor, Mechanics Potential Certifications SP2 Automotive SP2 Automotive Safety and Pollution ASE Student Certification Snap On (NC3) Electrical Multi Meter Certification 609 Refrigerant Handling Certification State Inspection CAT1 Emissions Inspector Certification Ford ACE Program Trainings Subaru U Program Trainings OSHA-10 Employability: Interviewing Skills Articulated Credits Local Articulation Agreements Mr. Bitterman Mr. Eck Program Overview Automotive Technology is a recognized NATEF/ASE accredited instructional program that emphasizes skills to diagnose, service and maintain all types of automobiles. Upon graduation and following one year of employment in the field, students are eligible to take the automotive NATEF/ASE exam. Successful graduates of Automotive Technology are qualified to enter the automotive field as entry-level service technicians in new car dealerships or related automotive businesses. When students start in the program, they are introduced to topics such as brakes, steering and suspension, electrical, and engine performance. If students believe a smooth-running engine is a beautiful sound, and want to keep cars running that way while using the most up-to-date tools and equipment, that student is in the right place! To be successful, students should be ready to work with constantly changing technology. They have the opportunity to put that knowledge to use with their hands in a timely manner to repair vehicles. Skill Alignment Chart (Click to Expand) Educational & Physical Attributes Expectations Program Safety & Physical Considerations A focus on safety around moving equipment, hand tools and other equipment found in the industry Ability to follow dress code Ability to diagnose the source of a problem quickly and accurately Ability to work in tight spaces Ability to work independently, read and follow directions Good eye/hand coordination Stamina to stand for long periods of time Essential APTITUDES for this lab–Recommended Levels Finger dexterity, Manual dexterity Motor coordination Physical stamina and coordination Critical Thinking Effective technical and complex problem–solving Troubleshooting Spatial/visual thinking Effective communication skills Ability to work well with others as part of a team Ability to work independently Attention to detail Good organizational skills Reading Explain the main ideas or draw accurate conclusions after reading text Learn and apply content–specific symbols correctly Apply content–specific vocabulary correctly Identify and explain how different ideas connect throughout text Read and understand diagnostic and schematic data to solve a problem Comprehend written text and apply it to understand tables, charts and other visuals Compare & contrast information in a text Summarize information from different written resources Follow a complex multi–step procedure independently By the end of grades 9–10 & 11–12 read & comprehend technical texts independently & proficiently Textbook: Modern Automotive Technology, Ninth Edition: Average grade reading level of 13.54 Writing Clearly convey with precision step–by–step work completed Write fast–paced, accurate work reports Produce clear & coherent writing Develop and strengthen writing by brainstorming, revising, editing & rewriting Write routinely over short/long time frames for a range of tasks, purposes & audiences Use technology to produce, publish or share writing Math Levels Numbers and Operations: Grade 6 – Fluency in operations with whole numbers and decimals Grade 6 – Fraction computations Grade 6 – Representing negative values Grade 7 – Fluency in rational number operations (whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and negative counterparts) Grade 7 – Fraction to decimal conversion Grade 7 – Percent and ratio problems Grade 8 – Decimals to rational number (fraction) conversion Algebra 1 – Problem solving with real world units, including conversions Measurement: NG – Units: English Metric Precision: 0.0001 inch Grade 6 – Unit conversion within and between measuring systems Grade 8 – Volume of cone, cylinder, sphere Geometry – Apply volume formulas – including pyramid Algebraic Concepts: Grade 6 – One–step equation solutions – one variable with all non–negative components Grade 7 – Two–step equation solutions – one variable Grade 8 – Solve any linear equation in one variable – include no solutions/infinitely many solutions Algebra 1 – Solve equations for a given variable (rewriting formulas) Geometric Concepts: Grade 7 – Angle measure problems (supplementary, complementary, adjacent, angles of a triangle, parallel lines cut by transversal) Grade7 – Scale drawings of geometric figures Geometry – Scale models and drawings Data and Probability: Grade 6 – Mean, median, mode, range, interquartile range, and mean absolute deviation Algebra 1 – Describe data with measures of dispersion Algebra 1 – Interpret data on various displays – use to make predictions Theory Time 30–45 minutes/day Homework About 1 hour/week Lab Time About 1 hour/day Tests Weekly quizzes– worth 10% of grade Unit tests– worth 35% of grade 6–10 projects/quarter– worth 35% of grade Industry Certifications Tests NOCTI (mandatory for all CTE programs) POS Academics and Electives Recommended College Prep English & Math are a component of the DCTS program Physics Study & Other Skills Note–taking skills Consistent attendance Study skills Technology Skills/Knowledge Use and navigate school–issued laptop Web navigation Email management Navigate learning management system and instructional technology tools Video conferencing Database navigation Use and navigate industry–specific electronic diagnostic equipment Certifications Offered State Inspection Certification Emission Inspector Certification S/P2– Safety/Pollution Prevention Certification S/P2– Automotive Service Safety Certification OSHA 10 Automotive Service Safety Certification American Lifting Institute Automotive Lift Safety Certification WD–40 Certification A/C 609– Refrigerant Handling Certification Student ASE Certification Valvoline Oil Certification Snap–On 504 Meter Certification Snap–On Zeus Scan Tool Certification Entry Level Subaru Certification Entry Level Ford Certification Post–Secondary Options and Continuing Ed SOAR Articulations Allegany College of Maryland – 12 credits Commonwealth Technical Institute – 11 credits Community College of Allegheny County – 9 credits Community College of Philadelphia – 9 credits Delaware County Community College – 10 credits Harrisburg Area Community College – 9 credits Luzerne County Community College – 9 credits Northampton County Community College – 9 credits Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology – 10 credits