Automotive Technology

Credit Type:  ELECTIVE
High School Credit:  2.0 per semester
College Credit:  Yes
Total College Credits in Program:  53
College Hours Earned starting in 11th grade:  42
College Credits Remaining after graduation:  11
College Hours Earned starting in 12th grade:  21
College Credits Remaining after graduation:  32
Grade Level:  11-12
Description:  Automotive mechanics work on cars and other vehicles when there is a need for repair or maintenance.  Students encounter the technology that makes up the field as they work on mock-up engines, test engines, or their own vehicles.  To give students practical experience, service operations are conducted in a professional shop atmosphere using late model automobiles.