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Courses
Handbook & Syllabus
Introduction to Auto
Shop Safety
Service Information
Shop Tools
General Shop Equipment
Lifting Equipment
Measuring Tools
Fasteners, Drills & Threads
Underhood Inspection
Basic Electrical Theory
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Automotive Introduction
Hours 45
This course covers occupational health and safety, tools and equipment
identification, usage and operation. The students will learn about the history,
current state and future of the automotive service industry. This course will
cover dealership and independent operations. Students will learn vehicle
identification and how to look up service information using several different
sources. Students will learn vehicle maintenance, which will include fluid level
checks and adjustments, peripheral electrical system checks and tire inspection
and air pressure adjustment. In this course the students will learn basic
measuring instruments used in vehicle service and diagnosis, as well as
communication skills used through out the automotive service industry.
Competencies:
Automotive History and
Career Exploration
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Tools & Equipment
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Vehicle Maintenance
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Occupational Health & Safety
Using an MSDS
Hazardous Waste procedures
Using fire extinguishers
Emergency procedures
Personal safety
Cleaning tools & equipment
Workplace security procedures
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Using hand tools
Using a floor jack
Using a two-post hoist
Using a four-post hoist
Using an engine hoist
Using a torque wrench & an angle gauge
Using a lubrication gun
Using an air drill
Using an air impact wrench
Using an air chisel
Using an air blow gun
Using an electric drill
Using a bench grinder
Using a lead light
Using a micrometer
Using a dial indicator
Using a feeler gauge
Using a tire pressure gauge
Measuring a fastener
Repairing an internal thread
Removing a stud
Repairing an external thread
Using a vacuum gauge
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Identifying powertrain configurations
Identifying chassis configurations
Identifying axle configurations
Identifying powertrain configurations
Locating vehicle information
Identifying axle configurations
Measuring vehicle wheelbase
Decoding a VIN
Using an owner’s manual
Using a shop manual
Using a repair manual
Using a computerized service system
Using a parts manual
Using a labor guide
Complete Work Order to contain pertinent information
Checking engine oil
Checking & adjusting power steering fluid
Checking & adjusting transmission fluid
Checking & adjusting brake fluid
Checking & adjusting differential/transaxle fluid
Checking & adjusting coolant levels
Checking windshield washer fluid
Checking peripheral electrical systems
Checking & replacing wiper blades
Checking & adjusting tire pressures
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