Transportation Technology
Automotive
This program prepares students for entry-level employment in the automotive service industry. Students gain the knowledge of the basic automotive systems and the theory and principles of the components that make up each system. Additionally, students will gain knowledge and skills in safety, repair, maintenance, and servicing of vehicle systems.
Students are not required to participate for all four years; however, students who wish to pursue a career in the Automotive industry are encouraged to do so. Students must participate for two years to earn an Automotive Business and Industry Endorsement.
To see and learn more about the program, please select the video link here.
Automotive Courses
Description |
Grade Level |
Course # |
Credits |
|
Year 1 |
Students learn industry safety procedures and expectations and the components of automotive systems.
|
9-12 | 8126x, 7777x | 2.0 |
Year 2 |
Students continue practicing safety while learning about automotive maintenance and light repair. Students study automotive electrical systems, steering and suspension.
|
10-12 | 8112x | 2.0 |
Year 3 |
Students study more advanced topics relating to automotive service. Areas of study include brakes and braking systems and engine performance analysis.
|
11-12 | 8113x | 2.0 |
Year 4 |
Students in this course participate in work-based learning. Students can earn credit while participating in a paid/unpaid internship. All student placements must be approved by the Transportation Technology Academy.
|
12 | 8114x | 2.0 |
Sponsors
Diesel
This program prepares students for entry-level positions in the diesel service industry. Students gain the knowledge of the function, diagnosis, and service of diesel equipment systems. Additionally, students will gain knowledge and skills in safety, repair, maintenance, and servicing of vehicle systems.
Students are not required to participate for all four years; however, students who wish to pursue a career in the Automotive industry are encouraged to do so. Students must participate for two years to earn an Automotive Business and Industry Endorsement.
To see and learn more about the program, please select the video link here.
Diesel Courses
Description |
Grade Level |
Course # |
Credits |
|
Year 1 |
Students learn industry safety procedures and expectations and the components of medium to heavy duty truck systems.
|
9-12 | 8190x, 6734x, | 2.0 |
Year 2 |
Students continue practicing safety while learning about preventative maintenance and diesel electrical systems.
|
10-12 |
6774x
|
2.0 |
Year 3 |
Students study more advanced topics relating to medium to heavy duty trucks. Areas of student include brakes and braking systems, diesel engines, and hydraulics.
|
11-12 | 6775 | 2.0 |
Year 4 |
Students in this course participate in work-based learning. Students can earn credit while participating in a paid/unpaid internship. All student placements must be approved by the Transportation Technology Academy.
|
12 | 8114x | 2.0 |
Sponsors
