Auto Service Technology

Instructor:

Para-Professional:

Course Description:

Automotive technology is growing and changing at a very rapid pace. Program instruction is set up with a balance of lectures, demonstrations and hands-on teaching on the equipment service floor. John Bean alignment equipment, Coats 1250 tire balancer, and Corghi tire changer are just some of the equipment used in training as well as ATech computerized trainers – a leader in courseware for automotive training. The following areas of instruction are available: brakes, driveability, drive trains, engine performance, electrical, and suspension and steering systems. Upon completion of the program, State of Michigan Mechanic's Certification testing is available at the Center. Four tests (brakes, engine performance, electrical, and suspension and steering) are recommended for all graduating seniors.

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Auto Service

 

Student Quotes:

"What I like most about this class is the hands-on work that we do out in the shop."
- Auto Service Technology Student, 2007-08

Special Features of the Program:

Student may take the State of Michigan certification tests.

Customer service work is scheduled into the curriculum.

The program prepares students to specialize in the Automotive Technology service.

Work-based learning opportunities are available for qualified students.

Articulated college credit is available from Ferris State University and Muskegon Community College and other technical schools.

CD self paced learning is used in all automotive areas.

View a list of program advisors:

Auto Service advisory committee