Program Review Presentation April 29th, 2015 Automotive Technology Program Review Presentation April 29th, 2015

Program Description 5 Programs Under Automotive Technology Auto Technician Training Basic - Emissions Hybrid - Alternative Fuel Vehicles/Green Tech Extreme Tuner & Motorsports Program Small Engine Technology Program Snap-On Certification Program PATC Professional Automotive Training Center Local Dealers (GSNDA Independent Shops Manufacturers (AYES) Brief Description of your program. Who are you? One Slide, 2 minutes

Program Mission To provide the highest quality most comprehensive automotive education available. Auto Technology Job Fair Engine Class Students

Benchmarks New and updated curriculum Program recertification (NATEF) Written and received grants Snap-On Certification Center (only one in Sacramento) Regional Alternative Fuels Hub for North Far North

Program -- Strengths Active Advisory Board Work Experience Program Articulation agreements with area high schools Partnerships: AYES Greater Sacramento New Car Dealers Association Snap-On (Certification Center) Knowledgeable Faculty & Staff that work together

Program -- Challenges More lab and lecture space needed Computer Lab Funding to purchase new equipment and tools More storage space for equipment and vehicles Full time Division IT person needed: Constant maintenance of all scan tools, computers and all technologies in division

Planning Implications Alternative Fuels Vehicle Technology Center @ American River College