The Automotive Systems Technology curriculum prepares
individuals for employment as automotive service technicians. It provides an introduction
to automotive careers and increases student awareness of the challenges associated with
this fast and ever-changing field.
Classroom and lab experiences integrate technical and academic course work. Emphasis is
placed on theory, servicing and operation of brakes, electrical/electronic systems, engine
performance, steering/suspension, automatic transmission/ transaxles, engine repair,
climate control, and manual drive trains.
Upon completion of this curriculum, students should be prepared to take the ASE exam and
be ready for full-time employment in dealerships and repair shops in the automotive
service industry.