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Automotive Technology

Automotive Technology

Site:Northern Career Institute-Willoughby
COLLEGE CREDITS - Tech Prep
Two-year program: grades 11-12
 
The Automotive Technology program takes place in “hands on” learning environment. Students will remove and replace various steering and suspension components, brakes and exhausts systems and will use MIG welding and Oxy fuel torches. They will also use a computerized wheel balancing machine and a four wheel alignment machine.
 
Second year students will use a variety of computerized scan tools to diagnose and repair drive train, emission, and electrical issues. Students are encouraged to participate in a work study program.  

Instructor: Mr. Nathan Inbody
[email protected]
 
 
  • Education: Bowling Green State University-Bachelor of Science/Technology Education; Valley City State University-Masters/Career and Technical Education
  • Work Experience:  Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools Instructor (4 yrs); Wickliffe City Schools 2007-2017 Industrial Arts Instructor; Fabricator / Carpenter / Automotive Technician / Electrician
  • Credentials: Ohio State Department of Education Teaching License in Technology Education. 
  • Hobbies: Drag Racing / Motorsports Fabrication / Camping / Boating.
 

Additional Information

Credits: 3 credits each year (2 Courses/yr-1.5 credits each)

PROGRAM CONTENT
 
The student will learn:
  • Safety and house keeping
  • General Service and Procedures
  • Oil and Lubrication/Maintenance
  • Steering and Suspension
  • Brake Systems
  • Exhausts and MIG Welding
  • Automotive Detailing
  • Scan Tool Diagnostics
  • Electric Systems
  • Drivetrain
  • Oxy-Acetylene Torches
  • Emissions
  • Engine Performance
  • Computerized wheel alignment/balancing
  • Customer Service
  • Use of information systems and resources
COURSES:
  • Ground Transportation Maintenance
  • Automotive Braking, Suspension & Steering Systems
  • Ground Transportation Electrical/Electronics
  • Automotive Engine Performance
POST SECONDARY ARTICULATION
         •  Stark State College-up to 4 credits

CERTIFICATIONS AVAILABLE

  • Ford
  • Electude
  • Gates
  • Miller
  • Tomorrow's Technician
  • Hours toward ASE Certification
 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
  • Auto Technician
  • Lube Technician
  • Service Writer
  • Service Manager
  • Parts Specialist
  • Porter
  • Detailer
    
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