The Automotive Service Technology program at CV Tech is a NATEF certified program that focuses on diagnosing and repairing passenger cars and light trucks, including current computer controlled models. Students learn about the following systems: brakes, steering and suspension, electrical, heating and air-conditioning, automatic transmission, manual transmission and drivetrain, and engine repair and performance.

Occupations

Entry Level Salary Range

Licensure/Certification

Student ASE:

Resources

Local Program

Automotive Technician (NATEF Aligned), OCAS 9906/9907
Courses Hours OCAS
Automotive Brakes 115
Automotive Heating and Air-Conditioning 115
Automotive Electrical/Electronics 115
Automotive Steering and Suspension 115
Automotive Manual DriveTrain and Axle 115
Automotive Automatic Transmission 115
Automotive Engine Repair 115
Automotive Engine Performance 115
Employment Readiness 40
Total Hours 960

Suggested Entry Level Skills

Clothing Requirement

Work shirt and work pants; valuable clothing should not be worn, as it could be ruined by contact with dirt and grease. Closed-toe shoes are required; leather, high top, steel toe work shoes, or boots with oil resistant non-slip soles are preferred. Safety glasses are required (1st pair provided).

Instructor and Program Information

We are happy to speak with students/parents (for students under 18) about grades, learning progress, classroom behavior, or any other questions or concerns you may have about our class. Email is the easiest way to contact us; we check email daily and try to respond within 24 hours. You can also call after school (3:15-4:15) to speak to me.

Grading

Grades will be calculated on total points.

Instructional Methods

Students are expected to meet the course goals and demonstrate their understanding of specific concepts. Various instructional strategies will be used: lecture, textbooks, digital handouts, hands-on practice with manipulatives, class discussions, Internet tutorials, leadership activities, guest speakers and special projects. Students will work independently and in groups. Assignments require students to use academic skills of reading, writing and math along with technical skills.

Safety

  • Students are required to pass a safety test with a grade of 100%
  • Safe operation of equipment and safe work habits will ensure the personal well being of students
  • Students must wear appropriate personal protective equipment for the task they are doing
  • Report any malfunction of equipment to the instructor immediately
  • Do not move or tamper with equipment; the equipment is set up and arranged in a necessary manner

Substitute

  • Follow all class policies and procedures; comply with substitute requests even if different from normal routine
  • Students will remain in class; no passes out of the room unless a student is requested by the office
  • For safety reasons; some programs may limit access to the shop or lab when there is a substitute
  • Help the substitute in any way you can and be a positive representative of CV Tech

Program Expectations

  • Speak kindly. Good communication with peers and instructors is an important skill. Actions such as gossiping, inappropriate joking, cursing, derogatory remarks, and disruptions are unprofessional and will not be tolerated.

  • Arrive ready. When the bell rings, be in assigned seat and in uniform (if required).

  • Time on task. Spend time on task: participate in instructional activities, follow directions, work with peers, etc.

  • Clean. A clean work space is necessary for safety. Every student will clean as they go and clean at the end of the day.

  • Ask for help. It is normal to have questions about difficult sections of learning. Please ask for help by raising your hand to have a section explained again or ask to step into the office if you would like to speak privately.

  • Track progress. Students will use a plan of study to track their progress. Failing to meet deadlines will result in zeros.

  • Break Time. Use your break for personal business (restroom, phone calls, food, drink); you must go to the break area.

  • Cell phones. AST Cell Phone Policy – 1st Verbal – warning from Instructor or IA. 2nd – Phone will be placed in a secure area and the Student can pick up at the end of class. 3rd – Cell phone will be placed with Student Services Director and parents will be notified. Parents will need to come and pick up the phone.

  • Professional behavior. Display professional behavior at all times; this means no horseplay, yelling, etc.

  • Solve problems. If a discipline problem should arise, the steps below will be followed:
    1st Incident – Warning and in class student/teacher conference to find a solution to the problem
    2nd Incident – Student/teacher conference and parent notification
    3rd Incident – Parent/student/teacher conference; conference may include administrator or counselor as needed
    4th Incident – Administrator notified and consequence to be determined
    Severe disruptions or repeated problem behavior will result in removal from class and administrator notification

CV Tech Student Handbook Topics

The instructor will discuss the following topics in the student handbook. The handbook can be accessed at cvtech.edu.

DETAILS

The Automotive Service Technology program at CV Tech is a NATEF certified program that focuses on diagnosing and repairing passenger cars and light trucks, including current computer controlled models. Students learn about the following systems: brakes, steering and suspension, electrical, heating and air-conditioning, automatic transmission, manual transmission and drivetrain, and engine repair and performance.

OCCUPATIONS

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE

Student ASE:

Brakes
Suspension and Steering
Electrical and Electronic Systems
Heating and Air Conditioning
Maintenance and Light Repair
Engine Performance
Engine Repair
Manual DriveTrain and Axles
Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
Automobile Service Technology

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN (NATEF ALIGNED)

CoursesHours
Automotive Brakes115
Automotive Heating and Air-Conditioning115
Automotive Electrical/Electronics115
Automotive Steering and Suspension115
Automotive Manual Drive Train and Axle115
Automotive Automatic Transmission115
Automotive Engine Repair115
Automotive Engine Performance115
Employment Readiness40
                          Total Hours960