Transportation

Auto Body Repair Technology

From repairing small dents to rebuilding the bodies of wrecked or damaged vehicles, this program maintains commercial standards.  Students are taught the types of materials used in filler compounds, the colors and chemical make-up of paints used to refinish, welding and cutting procedures, design and installation of trim, cost estimating and preparation for finish work.  All are skills applied in actual jobs performed in shop assignments.

Automotive Technology
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Instruction in systems such as engines, fuel, on-board computers, transmissions, steering, suspension and brakes is the basis of this program.  Knowledge of the various systems is used to develop skills in troubleshooting, performing prevent maintenance, servicing and repairing automobiles.  The program, which is designed to be completed in two years, prepares graduates for entry-level service technician jobs in the auto repair industry.  Students may take the ASE exams in segments, as noted in the curriculum.  The student is provided a unique work-study experience alternating between periods of work on-site and work in a classroom laboratory setting. 
The National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) has reviewed the program's curriculum, shop and classroom area,  tools, equipment, safety, and job placement records and has awarded the program National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (NIASE) certification.  Students successfully completing the program may test to become and ASE-certified technician with only one year of work experience in the field.

Diesel Technology

The skills needed to analyze malfunctions and repair, rebuild and maintain construction equipment, farm equipment, or medium and heavy trucks are emphasized in this program.  Students are provided instruction and experience in systems such as diesel engines, fuel injection, onboard computers, transmissions, steering, suspension, and brakes.

*Reprinted by permission of Automotive Service Excellence.

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