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Automotive Technology

 

This is a two to three year program that provides high school students witht he opportunity to learn about the technology of automobiles.  It includes inspection, repair, and adjustment of the engine, power train, brakes, front end, suspension, chassis, electrical system, and computer control systems.

 

This program is a certified National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) School.  Students will be SP2 certified in mechanical safety and pollution prevention.  7 credits are required for a program completer.  Students may receive articulation credits from CCBC, depending on NATEF test scores.

 

 

 

Program Outcomes:

  • Earn credits in Technical Education, Applied Science, and Mathmatics

  • Gain experience in all aspects of the latest automotive technology.

Program Requirements:

  • Students in 10th grade and higher

  • Satisfactory performance in attendance, discipline, academic subjects

  • Sufficient aptitude and ability for completion of the chosen sequence

  • Parent approval

  • Physical capability to pursue the chosen career

  • Approval of the principal of CAT-South

  • Ability to accept and follow directions

  • C or better in Algebra I

Program Employment Opportunities:

  • Accident Investigator

  • Automobile Repair Technician

  • Diagnostic Center Technician

  • New/Used Car Dealer Sales Person

  • New/Used Car Dealer Service Manager

  • Service Representative

  • Truck and Heavy Equipment Repair Technician

  • Parts Counter Person

  • Warranty administrator

Related Careers:

  • Applied Technology Instructor

  • Aviation Technician

  • Factory Representative

  • Insurance Adjuster

  • Marine Repair Technician

  • Service Writer

  • Vehicle Design and Engineering

 

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Site Updated:  02/07/2011