Registration Opens August 1

This course starts with an overview of automobile equipment and operating systems. Emphasis is placed on safety in the auto shop, common hand tools and equipment, and the operation of various systems. Students have the opportunity to complete minor repairs and preventative maintenance procedures on their personal vehicles. As students progress through the curriculum, they have an opportunity to learn Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) areas; including electrical systems, engine performance, manual drive trains, automatic transmissions, steering and suspension systems, brakes, and other ASE certified areas. This course is individualized and includes extensive hands-on experience. Shop work is encouraged to be done on students' personal vehicle.

The courses follow the ASE Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) Standards.