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Teachers:
John Deatrich, Ronald Leinbach, East Campus
Lewis Davis, Jeffrey Schmehl, West Campus
The Automotive Technology program is nationally recognized and accredited
by the National Automotive Training Education Foundation (NATEF). The program
prepares students to engage in diagnosis, servicing, and maintenance of all types of automobiles. Students perform live work for outside customers and gain
invaluable skills in all aspects of automotive technology.
Students begin with the fundamentals and learn to identify and properly use tools and fasteners as well as general auto reconditioning skills. Students learn to inspect, repair and replace components of the suspension, chassis, brake, engine, cooling, fuel, ignition, electrical, exhaust, emissions, air conditioning systems, as well as drive lines. Welding processes and safety techniques are also taught. Students are taught to use technical service information systems and are prepared to obtain the Pennsylvania
State Inspection and/or Emission certification.
Graduates will be well qualified to enter the automotive field as entry-level service technicians and mechanics in automotive businesses. Students who pursue advanced technical training at the post-secondary level will find an array of opportunities in service, management, and entrepreneurship.
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BCTC Career Pathways:
- Service Technician & Mechanic
- Automotive Master Mechanic/Technician
- Service Station Attendant
- Motor Vehicle Inspector
- Reconditioning Specialist
- Automotive Specialty Technician
- Tire Repairer & Changer
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BCTC Career Pathways
Can Lead To:
- Automotive Technology Instructor
- Service Manager
- Parts Manager
- Service Advisor
- After-market Automotive Marketing/ Sales
- Equipment Salesperson
- New/Used Car Salesperson
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 AYES – Automotive Youth Educational System
The Automotive Technology program is an approved AYES site. This program is operated in partnership with the major automotive manufacturers and local dealerships. Visit www.AYES.org for more information.
 Industry Certifications:
ASE/NATEF certification,* PA State Safety Inspection certification, PA State Emissions certification, Mobile Air Conditioning Society World-wide Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling certification
*Students will be prepared to take up to eight ASE certification exams for completing one year of related work experience.
College Advanced Credits:
Automotive Training Center - TBD
Baran Institute of Technology - TBD
Montgomery County Community College - Up to 12 credits
Nashville Auto Diesel College - TBD
Ohio Technical College - TBD
Northampton County Community College - Up to 12 credits
Pennsylvania College of Technology - Up to 12 credits
Universal Technical Institute - TBD
University of Northwestern Ohio - Up to 12 credits |
Program Requirements/Costs:
(approximate)
- Work uniform and shoes $85
- Textbook, workbook $80
- Industry certification testing fees $170
- Safety glasses $8
- Tools / Equipment $50
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Program Entrance Recommendations:
- Reading at grade level
- Algebra I or Geometry
- Problem solving/troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently or in a team
- Hand-eye coordination
- Mechanical aptitude
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