Students will obtain education and skills to work as mechanics in the automobile industry.

The 935 hour Automotive Mechanics program will prepare students for employment in the auto repair industry working with engines, brakes, steering, suspension, engine performance, and electrical. The program will also assist in the diagnosis and repair of various drivability conditions, and routine vehicle maintenance.

Identification and functions of all major components of a motor vehicle

Safety Procedures for Automotive Shop Repairs                                 General and Specialized Tools

Transmission and Engine Repairs                                                        Brakes

Hydraulics and Suspension                                                      Electrical Systems

Air Conditioning, Heaters, etc.                                                 Lubricants

Coolants                                                                                  Vehicle Roadworthiness

Workplace skills in accordance with American Service Excellence (ASE), National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Safety glasses              Work Boots                Uniform           Gloves                         Tool Kit

CDX Global.com/Service Information Mitchell On Demand

Arrowhead Service – Houston, PA                              Budd Baer Inc. – Washington, PA

Denny Ford Auto Service, Inc. – Washington, PA       LSI Karcher

O.S. Hill & Co., Inc. – Eighty Four, PA                                   Rohrich Automotive Group

South Hill Chrysler, McMurray, PA                             Vasko Dodge

Washington Ford

4 Wheel Alignment Machine                           Tire Changing and Balancing Equipment

Scan Tools                                                       Brake Rotor / Drum Lathes

Various Power Tools (Electric and Air)                       Hand Tools

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in one or more of the four major categories offered

Pending - National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF)

PA Skills Certificate

PA State Vehicle Inspection

PA Emission Inspection

Automotive Sales                                 Parts Manager                                      Parts Specialist

Emission Technician                            Service Manager                                  Service Advisor

Transmission Specialist                                    Auto Dealer Technician                                   Insurance Adjuster

Tire and Suspension Specialist             Service Station Proprietor                    Brake System Specialist

Engine Performance Specialist             Air Conditioning and Heating Specialist         

Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

Median Wages (2009)                                      $17.03 hourly, $35,420 annually

Employment (2008)                                         764,000 employees

Projected Growth (2008-2018)                                    Slower than average (3% to 6%)

Projected Need (2008-2018)                            181,700 additional employees

Tuition: $7,713.75       Books: $100.00                       Lab Fees: $200.00                   Registration $55.00

Clearances: $50.00      .Tools: $275.00                       Safety Equipment: $125.00