Auto Body Repair & Refinishing Brakes and Alignment Engine Repair & Transmission Truck Mechanics Tune-Up & Electrical Systems

Auto Body Repair & Refinishing WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Learn to repair auto body damage, paint to new-car brilliance, and perform body alignment and welding. First year: Students learn theory and techniques related to the processes of welding, metal straightening, unit alignment, major sectioning, body alignments and painting. Emphasis is on career orientation, skill development, knowledge and proper use of materials and hand tool, safety, and power equipment operation. Second year: Students spend a major portion of their time working on actual repair jobs in the shop. First semester reviewing the basic processes learned during the first year in addition to advanced study in painting, major unit repairs, frame alignments and collision damage diagnosis. Second semester students specialize in auto painting or body repair, with emphasis on advanced skill development through practical experience for job placement in the field. LENGTH and CREDIT Two or four semesters, 3 hours daily 15 credits per semester Graduation credits may be available in physical science ELIGIBILITY Juniors and seniors, high school level reading and writing skills SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Uniform and safety glasses ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Students may spend two semesters in repair and two semesters in refinishing Automotive YES Internships – A Manufacturers’ Technician Training Program The CCOC Transportation Program is a nationally recognized manufacturer-supported program. The auto manufacturers have contributed over $3 million in donations to the CCOC auto program. Qualifying students are eligible to participate in worksite-based internships at independent repair shops and General Motors, Toyota, VW, DaimlerChrysler, and Honda new car dealerships. These training partnerships prepare students to attend a community college program concurrently with dealership employment. COMMUNITY COLLEGE CREDITS Community college credits can be earned while in high school for students earning grades of “A” or “B” and are transferable to ______________ CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Auto Body Repair Mechanic Manager Auto Body Painter Entrepreneurship Painter’s Helper Sales Painter, Transportation Estimator Painter, Industrial

Brakes and Alignment WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Study anti-lock, drum and disc brake service, and four-wheel alignment and balancing. Students will prepare for employment in automotive repair facilities as trainees or apprentice mechanics. In this specialty students will study drum and disc brake service, anti- lock brake systems, computer four-wheel alignment, tire service, computer wheel balancing, CB joint service, lubrication, MacPherson struts, front and rear suspension rebuilding, active suspension systems, rack and pinion, conventional and power steering units. Scanner and digital volt OHM meters are also used. The auto advisory committee recommends 9th grade reading and math skills for all auto programs. ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Automotive YES Internships – A Manufacturers’ Technician Training Program The CCOC Transportation Program is a nationally recognized manufacturer-supported program. The auto manufacturers have contributed over $3 million in donations to the CCOC auto program. Qualifying students are eligible to participate in worksite-based internships at independent repair shops and General Motors, Toyota, VW, DaimlerChrysler, and Honda new car dealerships. These training partnerships prepare students to attend a community college program concurrently with dealership employment. LENGTH and CREDIT Two semesters, 3 hours daily 15 credits per semester Graduation credits may be available in physical science and math ELIGIBILITY Juniors and seniors; 9th grade math and reading skills are recommended SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Uniform and safety glasses COMMUNITY COLLEGE CREDITS Community college credits can be earned while in high school for students earning grades of “A” or “B” and are transferable to Evergreen Valley College: 5.5 automotive units. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Automobile Mechanic Brake Mechanic Front-End Mechanic Tire Installer Lube Technician

Engine Repair & Transmission WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Learn to overhaul and repair engines using precision measurements and fundamentals for engine operation and systems. Students will prepare for employment in repair facilities as trainees or apprentice mechanics. Students will study basic engine repair procedures with an emphasis on maintenance. Fundamentals of engine operation, repair and maintenance of standard and automatic transmissions, differentials, and general shop skills will also be taught. Students must know division, multiplication, fractions and decimals. They will calculate gear ratios, using micrometers and thickness gauges to make adjustments. Students must be able to read and comprehend shop manuals used in the industry. Emphasis is on diagnosis, and a live shop is maintained so that students are aware of all phases of service. Students are trained for entry-level jobs in the automotive field. ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Automotive YES Internships – A Manufacturers’ Technician Training Program The CCOC Transportation Program is a nationally recognized manufacturer-supported program. The auto manufacturers have contributed over $3 million in donations to the CCOC auto program. Qualifying students are eligible to participate in worksite-based internships at independent repair shops and General Motors, Toyota, VW, DaimlerChrysler, and Honda new car dealerships. These training partnerships prepare students to attend a community college program concurrently with dealership employment. LENGTH and CREDIT Two semesters, 3 hours daily 15 credits per semester Graduation credits may be available in physical science and math ELIGIBILITY Juniors and seniors; 9th grade math and reading skills are recommended SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Uniform and safety glasses COMMUNITY COLLEGE CREDITS Community college credits can be earned while in high school for students earning grades of “A” or “B” and are transferable to Evergreen Valley College: 5.5 automotive units. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Automobile Mechanic Drive Train Mechanic Transmission Mechanic

Truck Mechanics WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Learn to repair and service systems and components on large and small vehicles using precision measurements and fundamentals of engine operation. Instruction will be on small trucks, heavy trucks and diesel trucks. Practice and instruction are provided in repair/ replacement/ adjustment of all truck related components and systems: electricity/ electronics, fuel systems, manual drive trains, engine tune-up and repair, brakes and preventive maintenance. Other activities include the use of technical manuals; computer based training, precision measuring tools, a variety of hand/power tools, and testing/ diagnostic equipment. Two years, four semesters, are available for both large and small trucks. Students may focus on heavy-duty vehicles and have similar experiences, which apply to diesel and heavy trucks. Additional experiences include diesel fuel systems, diesel engine tune-up, large truck air systems, steering, and axle maintenance. A second year of advanced training is available to students who qualify with a minimum grade of “C”. Emphasis is placed on improving critical thinking skills while performing such tasks as diesel engine and heavy truck automatic transmission overhaul, electrical/ electronic troubleshooting, air conditioning/ refrigeration, and hydraulic systems. ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Automotive YES Internships – A Manufacturers’ Technician Training Program The CCOC Transportation Program is a nationally recognized manufacturer-supported program. The auto manufacturers have contributed over $3 million in donations to the CCOC auto program. Qualifying students are eligible to participate in worksite-based internships at independent repair shops and General Motors, Toyota, VW, DaimlerChrysler, and Honda new car dealerships. These training partnerships prepare students to attend a community college program concurrently with dealership employment. LENGTH and CREDIT Two semesters, 3 hours daily 15 credits per semester Graduation credits may be available in physical science and math ELIGIBILITY Juniors and seniors; 9th grade math and reading skills are recommended SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Uniform, safety glasses and leather work shoes COMMUNITY COLLEGE CREDITS Community college credits can be earned while in high school for students earning grades of “A” or “B” and are transferable to Evergreen Valley College: 9.5 automotive units. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Automotive Technician Agriculture Equipment Technician Automobile Mechanic Helper Heavy Equipment Technician Auto/Light Truck Technician Auto/Truck Air Cond/Refrig Tech. RV/Motor Home Technician Vehicle Service Writer Mobile Equipment Technician Vehicle Service Worker Truck/Bus Technician

Tune-Up & Electrical Systems WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Students will study basic engine tune-up, trouble shooting and repair of fuel systems, electronic ignition and control systems. Students will prepare for employment in repair facilities as trainees or apprentice mechanics. In this specialty students will study basic tune-up procedures, minor engine service and adjustments, repair of charging and starting systems, repair of carburetors, and fuel systems to include fuel injection, introduction to electronic ignition, electronic engine management systems and emission control systems. A second year of automotive training is available in Brakes & Alignment, Engine Repair & Transmissions, and Truck Mechanics. Students completing two years of training may be granted one year of advanced credit in the Automotive Apprentice Training Program. ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Automotive YES Internships – A Manufacturers’ Technician Training Program The CCOC Transportation Program is a nationally recognized manufacturer-supported program. The auto manufacturers have contributed over $3 million in donations to the CCOC auto program. Qualifying students are eligible to participate in worksite-based internships at independent repair shops and General Motors, Toyota, VW, DaimlerChrysler, and Honda new car dealerships. These training partnerships prepare students to attend a community college program concurrently with dealership employment. LENGTH and CREDIT Two semesters, 3 hours daily 15 credits per semester Graduation credits may be available in physical science and math ELIGIBILITY Juniors and seniors; 9th grade math and reading skills are recommended SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Shop coat and safety glasses; strong reading comprehension ability is required COMMUNITY COLLEGE CREDITS Community college credits can be earned while in high school for students earning grades of “A” or “B” and are transferable to Evergreen Valley: 5.5 automotive units. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Auto Parts Installer Automobile Mechanic Apprentice Tune-Up Mechanic Parts Counterperson Lube Service Technician Apprentice Service Writer Tune-Up & Electrical Systems Video

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