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Automotive Technology (CIP 47.0604)

 

 

The Automotive Technology program has been specifically designed to prepare students to continue training at post-secondary schools or within industry. The program follows the ASE (Automobile Service Excellence) program of study task list and, similarly, the Pennsylvania program of study. The program content consists of classroom and lab instruction in automotive fundamentals, brakes, steering and suspension, electrical/electronic systems, engine performance, fabrication, cooperative education opportunities, PA Safety and Emission Inspection procedures, and engine repair. The program utilizes a combination of classroom instruction, computer-based learning, and hands-on lab work for an innovative learning process.

Student enthusiasm is enhanced by the excitement of participating in various automotive skills contests offering prizes and scholarship money.

 

PROGRAM CONCENTRATIONS:
Automatic Transmissions
Brakes
Driveline Repair
Electrical/Electronic Systems
Engine Electrical
Engine Repair
General Maintenance
HVAC
Manual Transmission and Driveline
Minor Fabrication
Safety
Steering Suspension
 

COOPERATIVE EDUCATION ELIGIBLE: Yes

MEDIAN SALARY (Via O*NET Online):
Automotive Fabricator $49,298
Retail Salesperson $33,680
Tire or Lube Technician $35,790
Service Technician/Mechanic $47,779

COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES:
 1 to 1 Agreements:
    Automotive Training Center
    Northampton Community College
   Ohio Technical College
    St. Francis Worldwide
SOAR:
     See www.collegetransfer.net

COMPANIES STUDENTS HAVE WORKED WITH:
 Bergy’s Auto Group
Creamery Tire
 Hardline Fabrication
Keyser Miller Ford
Nissan of 422
Tri Country Toyota
Time Uba Automotive
Valley Auto Group
Young’s Automotive

Program Syllabus - Syllabus Link

Program Task List - Task List Link
 
CAREER OPTIONS:
Automotive Dealer/Franchise Technical
Automotive Fabricator
 Automotive Independent Technician
Automotive Parts Counter Person
Automotive Service Advisor

CERTIFICATIONS:
ASE Student Certification
 MACS AC Certification
Pennsylvania State Inspection
 Pennsylvania Enhanced Emissions
 SP2 Safety Certification
OSHA 10 Hour4 Certification
 Pennsylvania Skills Certification (NOCTI)