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Automotive Service Technology

auto repair

The Tech Prep Automotive Service Technology program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in the automotive, truck, and parts industries. Students learn to diagnose, adjust, overhaul, repair, and replace mechanical and electrical components of vehicles. During the junior year, students are trained in an introduction to automotive, diagnosis and repair of brakes, electrical/electronic systems, and engine repair. In-depth training, in theory, is included in all areas. During the senior year, students learn suspension and steering and alignment, advanced electrical, engine performance, heating, and air conditioning, drive trains and axles, and customer service.

Location

Valley Forge High School
Credits
  • Junior Year - 3
  • Senior Year - 3
College Credit

Available college credit awarded upon meeting articulation requirements
Post-Secondary
  • Entry Level Technician
  • Auto Service Technician
  • Truck Technician
  • Service Writer
  • Parts Counter Sales Person
  • Specialized Auto Service
  • Service Manager
  • Electrical Engineer (with post-secondary training)
Equipment Used
  • Basic industry tools such as wrenches, sockets, pliers, and screwdrivers
  • Automotive hand-held testing equipment (digital multi-meters, scan tools, & current probes)
  • Precision measuring tools such as micrometers, dial indicators, thread gauges, pressure and volume testers, compression testers and pyrometers.
  • Frame contract and drive on lifts
  • Wheel balancing and front end alignment equipment
  • Brake-drum and rotor refinishing lathes
  • Internet service information
Certifications
  • ASE Student Certification in Automotive Brakes, Electronic/Electrical System, Automotive Suspension and Steering, Automotive Engine Performance

Student Organizations
  • Skills USA
  • National Automotive Technicians Foundation (NATEF)
Competitions

Skills USA
Teacher Contact Information

Gary Mitchhart
mitchhartg@parmacityschools.org