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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
CLASSES
1.Introduction to Automotive Technology 1
(Introduction to Vehicle Systems & Maintenance)
2.Introduction to Automotive Technology 2
(Introduction to Vehicle Systems & Maintenance)
3.Engine Repair/Engine Performance
4.Brakes/Manual Transmissions
5.Steering and Suspension/Automatic Transmissions
6.Electrical/Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
Here’s the bottom line: You’re here because you want to learn and evolve. My class has helped students boost their confidence with mechanical ability and knowledge. I am looking forward to working together.
COURSE OVERVIEW
All courses follow the SD state standards.
INTRO TO AUTO 1 AND 2
Course Description: Intro to Vehicle Systems & Maintenance is an introductory automobile course. Students will study the basic principles of electrical and mechanical systems used in motor vehicle technology while developing core hand skills. This course is designed to learn basic car care and give learners an insight into careers in the automotive service and repair industry and encourages learners to undertake many maintenance and repair tasks.
Intro to Auto 1 is a prerequisite for any of the advance level courses.
Intro to Auto 2 goes more in depth of some at home vehicle repairs. We will discuss more of the vehicles systems theory and operation that was not covered in Intro 1.
ENGINE REPAIR/ENGINE PERFORMANCE
Course Description: Completion of Automotive Engine Repair and Performance will help students prepare for post-secondary education and training. This course will further the students’ technical education experience and help prepare them for the workforce. Students will learn:
How to properly disassemble and reassemble an engine
How to work safely on the vehicle in a workshop situation.
Engine operation based on the six operating systems: lubrication, cooling, fuel, ignition, air induction and exhaust systems.
General engine maintenance to include valve train, lubrication and cooling system.
General engine performance to include computerized controls, fuel, air induction, exhaust systems and emissions control systems.
BRAKES/MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS
Course Description: Students in this course will learn theory and operation as well as diagnosis and repair of brake systems and manual drive trains. Completion of this course will aid students as they continue their education at the post-secondary level or in the workforce and in the preparation for their ASE certification test.
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COURSE OVERVIEW
Educational Opportunities
STEERING AND SUSPENSION/AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS
Students will learn how to inspect, analyze, and service the vehicles automatic transmission/transaxle and suspension/steering systems. They will learn how to evaluate problems and determine the correct solution for the task at hand. Students will comply with personal and environmental safety practices associated with clothing; eye protection; hand tools; power equipment; proper ventilation; and the handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals/materials in accordance with local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS AND HEATING VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING
Course Description: Students in Electrical/Electronic Systems and Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) will learn theory and operation as well as diagnosis and repair of Electrical/Electronic and HVAC systems.
Completion of this course will aid students as they continue their education at the postsecondary level or in the workforce and in the preparation for their ASE certification test.
