Automotive
Service Technology
James A. Blair - Instructor
Program Description: Covers theory of operation, diagnostics, and hands-on repair to automotive systems including brakes, electrical, engine performance, suspension and steering, manual drive train and axles, automotive transmission and transaxle, engine repair, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.
Length: 1080 hours (2 year program - 8 credits)
Employment Opportunities: Dealership technician; independent technician; parts store; service writer.
Opportunities for Further Study: Universal Technical Institute, NASCAR College, Ohio Technical College, Nashville Auto Diesel College, Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College, West Virginia University Institute of Technology.
Recommended prerequisites: Strong math and science skills, interest in "how things work."
Course Sequence:
First Year (Afternoon) |
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1631 1635 |
Fundamental of Automotive Technology Manual and Automatic Drive Train |
First Semester |
| 1625 1627 |
Brakes |
Second Semester |
Second Year (Morning) |
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| 1637 1633 |
Suspension and Steering Heating and Air Conditioning |
First Semester |
1623 1629 |
Basic Engine Concepts Engine Performance |
Second Semester |
Certifications: NATEF (National Automotive Service Technician Education Foundation) 8 areas.
Articulation Agreements: Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College (28 hours); West Virginia University Institute of Technology (9 hours); Nashville Auto Diesel College (test out).
Community Partners: NAPA, Earhart Chrysler, Lewis Chevrolet, Fisher Auto Parts.