2. Auto technicians By : Kendall Caudill

3. How to Become an Automotive Service Technician or Mechanic Automotive service technicians and mechanics should complete a formal training program, or an apprenticeship. Industry certification is usually required once the person is employed. The education you need is usually a high school diploma. The training employees need in these occupations is anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. Some previous work- related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed.

4. Work Environment Most automotive service technicians and mechanics work in well-ventilated and well-lit repair shops. Although mechanical problems can often be fixed with computers, technicians perform many tasks with greasy parts and tools, while sometimes in uncomfortable positions.

5. The pay The normal yearly pay of automotive service technicians and mechanics was $35,790 in May 2010. The normal pay is the pay at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 % earned less than $20,200, and the top 10 % earned more than $59,590.

6. How math is used in an automotive repair shop Measure and mark vinyl material and cut material to size for roof installation, using rulers, straightedges, and hand shears Inspect repaired vehicles for dimensional accuracy and test drive them to ensure proper alignment and handling

7. Bio My name is Kendall Caudill. I am 9 years old. My favorite subject in school is reading.I want to become a automotive technician because I have seen my grandpa do it and it seemed cool.

8. REFERENCES WWW.MYPLAN.COM http://www.bls.gov/K12/ www.kidrex.org