Automotive Technology


INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY       Auto Tech pathway
Grades:             10
Prerequisite:      None
Credits:             1
This one-year course is designed as an introduction to the Transportation major. Through two semester units, students will examine the latest technology in auto technology and auto body.

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY I    
Grades:             11
Prerequisite:      10th grade automotive related classes
Credits:             2 credits Junior year
This one-year course will provide automotive students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to pursue advanced studies in the field of automotive technology. Emphasis is placed on preparing students for internships in the “Automotive Youth Education Systems” (AYES) program, which follows NATEF and AYES guidelines. This course will build on knowledge gained in Introduction to Automotive Technology to develop job skills and safe working habits. Laboratory activities shall include tasks using advanced equipment to diagnose and service modern automotive systems. Scientific concepts, as they apply to the automobile, are emphasized throughout this course. Modern electronics theories will be utilized to explore recent developments in the automotive computer control. Course activities shall include classroom assignments, tests, demonstration(s), and practical work experiences. Classroom and lab/shop time will be equally shared to help develop automotive skills.

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY  II   
Grades:             12
Prerequisite:      Automotive Technology I
Credits:             3 credits Senior year
This one year course is designed to prepare advanced students for continued education at the post secondary level in both the public and private sector, and develop entry-level skills in the automotive service industry. Emphasis is placed on students to continue in their internship in the “Automotive Youth Education Systems” (AYES) program, which follows “National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation” (NATEF) guidelines. This course will build on the students’ knowledge already gained during their Automotive Technology I course in developing essential job skills and safe working habits. Laboratory activities shall include tasks using advanced equipment to diagnose and service current automotive systems. Scientific concepts, as they apply to the automobile, are emphasized throughout this course. Modern automotive electronic theories will be utilized to explore recent developments in the automotive computer control systems. Course activities shall include classroom assignments, tests, demonstration(s), and practical work experiences. Classroom and lab/shop time will be equally shared to help develop automotive skills. This course may allow students to earn college credit from the Community College of Southern Nevada.