Automotive Technology

3 Year Program

About This Course

This聽 National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) certified course provides instruction in the diagnosis, repair and adjustment of problems related to gasoline-powered motor vehicles.

The Automotive Technician must determine what tools and parts are necessary to repair a vehicle, estimate the cost of repair, and effectively communicate the situation with the customer before finally making the appropriate repairs.

Job opportunities in automotive technology are expected to be plentiful for graduates who complete training programs at community colleges and technical schools. Careers in automotive technology afford the opportunity for good pay and the satisfaction of skilled work with one’s hands. Most employees who enter the occupation will find work because changes in economic conditions have little effect on the automotive repair business.

Course Details

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Program Sequence

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Program of Study

Certificates Earned

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NATEF Student Certification

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S/P2 Automotive Service Safety

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S/P2 Automotive Service Pollution Prevention

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Section 609 - Certification for Refrigerant Recycling and Recovery

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Certified Safety Inspector - CAT I

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Certified Safety Inspector - CAT III

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Meter Certification

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Valvoline Motor Oil Certification

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Valvoline Automotive Chemicals 101

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Lifting it Right

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Employability Skills

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Pennsylvania Skills Certificate

Course Content

Automotive Transmissions & Transaxles
Hydraulic I Anti-lock Brake Systems
Electrical Systems
Fuel Systems
Cooling Systems
Exhaust
Tune-up
Four Wheel Alignment
Steering & Suspension Systems
Manual Transmissions, Clutches & Transaxles
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Engine Repair
Engine Performance

Recommended Skills and High School Courses

The next generation of Automotive Technology graduates:

Possess strong reading comprehension
Think logically
Understand and apply basic mechanical principles
Be able to work in loud, noisy environments
Have an average aptitude in verbal & abstract reasoning, math & numerical ability, mechanical reasoning & spatial relations

And physically, should:

Be capable of working in awkward and cramped conditions
No allergic reaction to various types of solutions, chemicals

Career Pathways

This list is to help guide students in their career planning. This list is not complete and we challenge students to use their 天美传媒 training to find the perfect career goals to match their specific strengths and interests.

Automotive Service Technician and Mechanics
Vehicle Inspector
Tire Repairer and Changer
Automotive Dealership Mechanic
Automotive Dealer Salesperson
Automotive Parts Salesperson
Tune-Up Technician
Transmission Technician
Automotive Restoration Specialist*
Aircraft Mechanic*

* Requires post-secondary training and/or education.

Articulation Agreements

Community College of Allegheny County

Post-Graduate Employment

Lakeview Ford
Palmero Toyota
Cunninghams of Edinboro
Leonards
Take 5
Community Chevrolet
US Military: Military Helicopter Mechanic

Domenic DiMucci

Automotive Technology

Ext. 237

ddimucci@crawfordctc.org

Who is Mr. DiMucci?: Mr. Domenic DiMucci has taught Automotive Technology at 天美传媒 since 2021. He is a graduate of the former Crawford County AVTS Automotive Technology program and has worked at multiple dealerships including Lakeview Ford, Wentworth Ford, and Kightlinger Auto. He is certified in PA State Inspection and PA State Emissions. He is a Ford Senior Master Technician and has an Associates degree in Automotive Technology from CCAC.聽 Mr. DiMucci is also a State Inspection Instructor for 天美传媒鈥檚 Adult Evening Program.

Favorite Part of Teaching: Mr. DiMucci鈥檚 favorite part about teaching is being able to return to the place where he acquired the skills to be an automotive technician and to help prepare the next generation of technicians for their future careers.

Outside of School: When Mr. DiMucci is not teaching; he enjoys fishing, cooking, overland expedition camping, and exploring all things automotive from past, present, and future.