Automotive Service Technology
(Open to Grades 11, 12 & Adults)
Do you enjoy an intellectually challenging environment that keeps you on your toes? Do you have a passion for cars?
Working on today's cars requires an understanding in the science and technology that goes into the modern, highly-sophisticated automobile. At WCC, students spend time in the classroom and then apply what they've learned to actual shop projects.
The Waynesville Career Center Auto Service Technology Program prepares students for entry-level skill positions in the Automotive Service Industry. Students will learn from classroom instruction, computer training, guided practice, and live work on real vehicles.
Our facilities include modern tools and diagnostic equipment in step with the industry's most successful shops. Using these, students will explore everything under the hood of today's automobiles and learn how to diagnose and repair problems
Curriculum will be based on industry, NATEF, and ASE recommendations and guidelines.
Our students will have the opportunity to earn ASE Entry-Level Technician Certifications as well as TOYOTA Maintenance-Level Technician certifications. These certifications will benefit students when they search for jobs in our industry.
Students will learn about:
Automatic Transmission and Transaxle
Brakes
Electrical Systems
Engine Performance
Engine Repair
Heating and Air-Conditioning
Manual Drive-Train and Axle
Suspension and Steering
Students spend approximately 25% of their course time in the classroom. Laboratory and shop experiences are both assigned by the instructor. Students troubleshoot and repair training vehicles as well as do live shop work.
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry representatives, working together to ensure America has a skilled work force. It helps each student excel.
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