Automotive Technology Program

Instructor: Steve Bergeron

The Automotive Technology Program is designed to meet the needs of students with the desire to pursue a career in the automotive service industry.
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Provides students the opportunity to . . .

• follow the curriculum requirements recommended by the National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF)

• receive specific training in strategy based diagnostics, test equipment, repairs, and customer relations.

• receive the necessary two-year training and experience that would qualify them for entry-level employment in the automotive service industry.

Career Opportunities . . .

Diploma/Certificate
Two-Year Associates Degree or a
Four-Year Bachelors Degree in
any one of numerous training
centers, technical colleges, and
universities nationwide.
Job opportunities include:
Automotive Service Technician
Parts Counter Person
Specialty Shops
Service Writer

Course Topics . . .

• Shop Orientation and Safety
• Automotive Careers
• Cooling System
• Brakes
• Steering and Suspension Systems
• Electronics Systems
• Electrical Systems
• Engine Performance
• Engine Repair
• Manual Transmissions
• Automatic Transmissions
• Heating & Air Conditioning
• Employment Skills

Students enrolling in Automotive Technology 1 & 2 Program should . . .

• have a 10th grade reading level (reading lexile between 905-1195)

• have completed Algebra I

• have completed a science, physics or
chemistry class

• be able to write clearly

Partnership Programs

College credit for successful completion of the Automotive Technology program: up to 6 college credits from Central Maine Community College

Note: It is strongly recommended however, that students continue their education at a quality post-secondary training facility or college.

Students are required to purchase . . .

Recommended:
• Work boots – steel toed
• Work cloths

Graduation Credits . . .