Automotive Technology I
Automotive Technology I
Automotive Technolgy is available to 11th grade students. This program prepares students to meet the challenges of diagnosing today's automobiles. State-of-the-art equipment is provided to prepare students to perform the repair tasks involved in the automotive industry. Learn more at the Auto Tech Google website at https://sites.google.com/fortosage.net/ctcautotech/home?authuser=0.
Technology Used
- AutoVitals Digital Vehicle Inspection Training
- Vehicle Lifts Training to ANSI Standards
- Hunter Road Force Balancer
- Autel/Snap-on TPMS
- Battery Diagnosis Equipment (GR8)
- Hunter & Snap-on Front End Alignment Machines
- Accuturn Brake Lathe and Hunter On-Car Brake Lathe
Skills Attained
- Tool, Equipment and Shop Safety Practices
- Vehicle Inspection and Preventative Maintenance Diagnosis
- Fundamental Engine Mechanical Repair
- Intro to Basic Electrical and (BSC) Battery Starting & Charging Systems
- Tire Industry Association Repair Certification (TIA)
- Diagnosis and Repair Brake,Steering and Suspension
- Pre-Alignment Inspection and Alignment
Meet Mr. Compton
Automotive Technology students kick off their junior year of the program with Mr. Compton, a CTC graduate of the automotive program and former instructor for the Metropolitan Community College's automotive program.
What His Students Say
"He's a very great teacher, he makes sure that everybody pays attention in class, and makes sure that everyone has a equal chance at participating in a class activity."
"Mr. Compton the Automotive tech 1 instructor is nice and patient. He's very knowledgeable and helpful. He's an awesome teacher."
"I feel like my time is not being wasted. I learn things that are really beneficial."
"Learning about cars and how to do maintenance and repairs so i can work on my car and be educated. Even if a student doesn't go into a career with automotive, the class is very knowledgeable and is good information for car owners to have."
