Automotive Services Technology I is a one year course that encompasses the sub topics of the NATEF/ASE identified areas of Steering and Suspension and Braking Systems. This one year course offering may be structured in a series of two topics per year offered in any combination of instructional strategies of semester based or yearlong instruction. Additional areas of manual transmissions and differentials, automatic transmissions, air conditioning, engine repair as time permits. This one year offering must meet the NATEF program certifications for the two primary areas offered in this course. This course provides the opportunity for dual credit for students who meet postsecondary requirements for earning dual credit and successfully complete the dual credit requirements of this course. Mathematical skills will be reinforced through precision measuring activities and cost estimation/calculation activities. Scientific principles taught and reinforced in this course include the study of viscosity, friction, thermal expansion, and compound solutions. Written and oral skills will also be emphasized to help students communicate with customers, colleagues, and supervisors.
DOE Code: 5510
Recommended Grade Level: Grade 9-12
Credits: 2 credits per semester, maximum of 2 semesters, maximum of 6 credits
Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with
Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas
This course is aligned with postsecondary courses for Dual Credit: Ivy Tech-AUTC 100 Intro to Auto Service, 3 cr; AUTC 107 Engine Fundamentals, 3 cr
Additional Cost: approximately $125