AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY Mr. Karamanian

Course Description Course Description: Safe, reliable transportation is paramount. Everyone depends on the automobile for transportation, both at work and recreation. With over 265 million motor vehicles in the United States alone, the demand for automotive repair technicians will continue to climb. The increased sophistication and technology has created a need for highly trained automotive repair technicians. Students are being trained to diagnose and repair automotive problems in the areas of ignition, fuel systems, brakes, steering, suspension, driveline, and electrical systems. They learn to operate the computerized test equipment used in today's automotive industry to identify and diagnose problems. Some areas are: transmissions, anti-lock brake systems, supplemental inflatable restraints (SIR), powertrain. Students gain valuable experience using state-of-the-art equipment including electronic wheel balancer, front end aligner, air-conditioning recover/charging system, computerized engine analyzer, hand-held scanners, brake lathe and use of computerized service manuals and electronic billing of customer invoices. Evaluations are conducted by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF) periodically.

Course Description Graduates are able to find employment in automobile dealerships, independent service shops, fleet shops, military fleet shops, automotive part stores, lubrication shops, brake shops, muffler shops, tire and wheel shops and small engine repair shops. Additional education or training leads to jobs such as specialty technician (brakes, steering and suspension, electrical, electronics, electronic ignition, fuel injection), service writer, service manager or shop foreman. Post-secondary placements could lead to mechanical or automotive engineering degrees.

JUNIOR & PG CURRICULUM Shop safety, Lay-out, Safety Rules, disposal of HAZMAT Gasoline Injection Fundamentals Gasoline Injection Diagnosis and Repair Engine Performance and Drivability Advanced Diagnostics Emission Control Systems Diagnostics Heating and Air Conditioning Fundamentals/Service

SENIOR & PG CURRICULUM Shop safety, Lay-out, Safety Rules, disposal of HAZMAT Lights, Instrumentation, Wipers, and Horns-Operation and Service Engine Removal, Disassembly, and Parts Cleaning Engine Bottom End Service Engine Top End Service Engine Front End Service and Engine Installation Differential and Rear Drive Axle Fundamentals Differential and Rear Drive Axle Diagnosis and Repair Transaxle and Front Drive Axle Fundamentals Transaxle and Front Drive Axle Diagnosis and Repair Manual Transmission Fundamentals Manual Transmission Diagnosis and Repair Clutch Diagnosis and Repair

COURSE REQUIREMENTS Students are expected to be punctual. Unexcused absence has a significant weight in grading. Students are required to have all personal protective equipment and industry standard attire. Textbook and workbook shall be in student’s possession. Students shall adhere to all applicable safety guidelines outlined in the Student Handbook. Additionally, all OSHA, EPA and DEPA regulations shall be adhered to. Active safe engagement with tasks has a significant impact in grading. Students are expected to portray positive attitude with others and towards the technical area. Students are expected to periodically and consistently maintain a clean and safe working environment. School property is expected to be used appropriately and returned in their original condition and location. Time-Cards and Job-Sheets are required to be completed daily.  

Automotive Technology Licenses, Certifications, and Affiliations Occupational Safety and Health Association General Safety 10 Hour Certification National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) certified courses include: Engine Repair, Automatic Transmissions/Transaxle, Manual DriveTrain and Axles, Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Engine Performance Licenses, Certifications, and Affiliations Occupational Safety and Health Association General Safety 10 Hour Certification National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) certified courses include: Engine Repair, Automatic Transmissions/Transaxle, Manual DriveTrain and Axles, Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Engine Performance Automotive Technology Instructor - Mr. Karamanian Automotive Technology Salaries* Dealership Careers Occupation Annual Salary Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations $42,580 First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $63,470 Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment $38,550 Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles $38,760 Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians $39,340 Automotive Body and Related Repairers $41,520 Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers $39,600 Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $41,660 Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $43,780 Motorboat Mechanics $32,720 Motorcycle Mechanics $33,540 Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians $38,720 Tire Repairers and Changers $23,010 Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $29,370 Automobile Dealerships Independent Service Shops fleet shops Military Fleet Shops Automotive Part Stores Lubrication Shops Brake Shops Tire and Wheel Shops Small Engine Repair Shops Tire Service Industry Image 2 Receive College Credit T e c h n i a l C r s Parts Counterperson New England Institute of Technology New Hampshire Community Technical College Central Maine Community Technical College Curriculum Highlights Motorsport Customization National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) certified courses include: Engine Repair, Automatic Transmissions/Transaxle, Manual DriveTrain and Axles, Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Engine Performance *Source: US Dept. Labor, http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_ma.htm Visit us on the Web www.nashobatech.net