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Automotive Maintenance Technician (8-2)

CVTC and local high schools have partnered to offer students who are in 10 - 12 grade and have a driver's license an opportunity to learn vehicle maintenance, including breaks, electrical, steering, suspension, ignition, fuel and exhaust systems, and how to weld. Upon successful completion of this one - year academy students can earn an Automotive Maintenance Technician technical diploma. 

* Students must be 16 and have a driver's license to take the academy.

Course Title  Credits   Course Time
404 - 335 - Automotive Fundamentals
1 credit  


Class Dates:
August 2025                                   

Class Times:

M - F| 8:00 - 12:30 pm

404 - 337 - Automotive Electricity 12 credits 

Class Dates:
August - December 2025                                   

Class Times:

TBD

404 - 336 - Basic Vehicle Maintenance 3 credits 

Class Dates:
August - September 2025                                   

Class Times:

TBD

404 - 339 - Automotive Break Systems 4 credits 

Class Dates:
September - November 2025                                   

Class Times:

TBD

404 - 351 - Auto Engine Performance 13 credits 

Class Dates:
November - December 2025                                   

Class Times:

TBD

804 - 360 - Math for Tech Trades2 credits

Class Dates:
August - December 2025                                   

Class Times:

TBD

404 - 355 - Automotive Computer Systems2 credits

Class Dates:
January 2026 ( Winterm class)                                  

Class Times:

TBD

801 - 357 - Applied Written/Job Seek Communication 1 credit 

Class Dates:
January - May 2026                                 

Class Times:

TBD

442 - 313 - Welding Automotive Technician1 credit 

Class Dates:
January - March 2026                                

Class Times:

TBD

404 - 350 -  Auto Steering & Suspension Systems4 credits

Class Dates:
January - March, 2026                                

Class Times:

TBD

404 - 338 - Automotive Electricity 23 credits

Class Dates:
March - April 2026                                  

Class Times:

TBD

404 - 352 - Auto Engine Performance 23 credits 

Class Dates:
April - May 2026                           

Class Times:

TBD



Course Descriptions

404 - 355 Automotive Fundamentals

A course of study designed to provide the students with an overview of the automotive program along with shop equipment and safety.­­­ Computer - based SP2 online safety training will be utilized. Also included is instruction on hand & power tool operation, fastener identification, vehicle lifting procedures, ASE certification criteria, career exploration, and history of the automobile industry. This course is web - enhanced. Some content with be delivered and available via the internet. 

404 - 336 Basic Vehicle Maintenance

A course of study designed to provide the student with the skills necessary to perform vehicle maintenance operations such as oil changes, chassis lubrication, tire rotations and inspections. Students will inspect chassis and brake systems, perform safety inspections, maintenance light reset procedures, and retrieve OBD II DTCs. This course is web - enhanced. Some content will be delivered and available via the internet.

404 - 337 - Automotove Electricity 1

A course of study designed to provide the student with the skills needed to understand electrical fundamentals, including electrical/electronic terminology, electrical components, circuits, measurements, and Ohm's Law relationships. Classroom instruction and hands - on training are provided on how to use electrical wiring diagrams, component locators, and basic testing using industry standard tools to identify and isolate 'open', 'short' and 'high resistance' faults in automotive electrical system circuits. Automotive electrical circuits are studied with related lab work involving locating/replacing circuit components, wire & terminal repair using industry - approved techniques; battery diagnosis, testing & replacement; and electrical cooling fan diagnosis.

404 - 339 Automotive Brake Systems

A course of study designed to provide the student with the skills needed to diagnose, service and repair foundation brake systems found on cars and light - duty trucks using industry standard equipment. This course is web - enhanced. Some content will be delivered and available via the internet.

404 - 351 Engine Performance 1

A course of study designed to provide the student with the skills needed to explain how an internal combustion engine operates and develops horsepower and torque. Students will disassemble an internal combustion engine, identify & measure components, reassemble engine using industry standard tools and procedures, and perform basic engine tests. This course is web - enhanced. Some content will be delivered and available via the internet.

804 - 360 Math for Technical Trades

Math for Technical Trades is an applied technical math course. The course includes arithmetic, measurement calculation, formula manipulation, basic geometry, right triangle trigonometry, and interpretation of visual displays of data, with an emphasis on contextualized technical applications.

404 - 338 - Automotive Electricity 2

A course of study designed to provide the student with the skills needed to read and apply technical information, specifications, and strategy based diagnostic procedures for use in troubleshooting chassis electrical systems: starting, charging, instrument panel, lighting, powered accessories, and relay controlled circuits. Chassis electrical systems coverage includes testing with industry standard testing equipment. This course is web - enhanced. Some content will be delivered and available via the internet.

404 - 350 Auto Steering & Suspension System

A course of study designed to provide the student with the skills needed to diagnose, service and repair suspension systems found on cars and light - duty trucks using industry standard equipment, with an emphasis on component identification, inspection, diagnosis & replacement. This course is web - enhanced. Some content will be delivered and available via the internet.

404 - 352 Auto Engine Performance 2

A course of study designed to provide the student with the skills needed to diagnose, service & repair automotive ignition and fuel systems. The student will learn maintenance and troubleshooting and procedures for late - model vehicles using various types of engine, fuel pressure and exhaust diagnostic equipment. This course is web - enhanced. Some content will be delivered via the internet.

404 - 355 Automotive Computer Systems

A course of study designed to provide the student with the skills needed to diagnose, service and repair automotive computer controls and emission control systems. Basic electronic components and circuits are reviewed, leading to an understanding of automotive computer systems operations. Fundamentals of electricity, electronics, semiconductor materials, diodes, transistors, analog & digital signals, computer memory, sensors, actuators, and processor inputs/outputs will be related to basic computer operation. Specific instructions for locating diagnostic resources, vehicle data access, fault code interpretation, and diagnostic strategy will be related to On - Board Diagnostics engine control systems. Testing will include industry standard generic as well as manufacturer specific scan tool use and testing procedures. This course is web - enhanced. Some content will be delivered and available via the Internet.

442 - 313 Welding Automotive Technician 

The purpose of this course is to help learners acquire basic welding skills on light gauge metals and other materials used in the automotive repair industry using Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC), and Oxy - Fuel Cutting (OFC). Additionally, skills will be developed on removing stuck vehicle parts and fasteners. It is a hands - on, self - paced learning environment to learn basic welding skills and safe welding practices.

801 - 357 Applied Written/Job Seek Communication 

This course emphasizes the importance of effective workplace writing and the practical components of job - seeking skills. Students will acquire practical, business - related skills through reading, writing, revising, and grammar exercises. Additionally, they will polish a resume, practice their interview skills, explore a company's background, assess and refine their personal career goals, and establish a purpose for writing in their career field.
























Just the Facts

Fall 2025
29 Credit High School Academy

Registration Status
Open

Academy Dates
August 11 - December 12, 2025 and January 5 - May 22, 2025

Days of The Week
M - F

Times
8 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Classroom Location
CVTC Transportation Center

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