The Automotive Technology Program is a competency-based program designed to follow the standards specified by the ASE Education Foundation. The program also includes other competency tasks based on the direct needs of local businesses and other community organizations.

GET THE SKILLS YOU NEED TO SHINE

Students will receive training in the following specialty areas described by ASE to successfully complete the program:

  • Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Maintenance
  • Heating and Air Conditioning Maintenance
  • Manual Drive Trains and Axles Maintenance
  • Suspension and Steering
  • Basic Engine Repair
  • Brakes
  • Electrical Systems
  • Engine Performances

Senior-year students will enroll in the Pennsylvania State Inspection Mechanic Certification Program. Juniors who meet a minimum set of standards and are accepted can choose to participate in the ASE Education Foundation school-to-work program. The ASE program starts with the student in his or her junior year with job shadowing and a full-time paid internship in the summer between the junior year and the senior year. ASE Foundation is a dynamic partnership among automotive manufacturers, participating local dealers and career & technical schools. Senior students will have the opportunity to enter the work experience program if all requirements are met.

WHAT CAN STUDENTS EXPECT?

  • Possess mechanical interest and aptitude
  • Read and write at or near grade level
  • Be able to learn required math specific to the program
  • Have the ability to use basic computer skills
  • Be physically able to lift heavy vehicle parts

For information on this occupation’s description, required knowledge, job tasks and related job titles, state/national wages and employment trends, visit the U.S. Dept. of Labor’s site for this career field.

PROGRAM ACCREDITATION:

Student Testimonial:
Automotive Technology

COLLEGE CREDIT

GACTC students can get a jump start on postsecondary education by taking advantage of the various articulation and/or dual enrollment opportunities. Select the link to review the college credit opportunities available.

POSSIBLE INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS

  • EPA 609
  • Ford ACE (Automotive Career Exploration)
  • OSHA 10
  • PA Emissions Certification
  • PA Safety Inspector Category 1, 3
  • S/P2
  • Subaru – U
  • Toyota Certification Program

Dan Pielmeier

Automotive Technology Teacher
814-505-1215