1. AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Mr. Karamanian

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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.

7. 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
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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,
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