Automotive Technology

Program Description

The Auto Body program provides the following training and experience:

• Service and maintain all types of automobiles and light trucks


• Diagnose and test problems in automobiles and light trucks


• Use a computer to analyze malfunctions in engines, fuel, electrical, cooling and brake systems, and drive train and suspension systems


• Repair malfunctions in engines, fuel, electrical, cooling and brakes systems, and drive train and suspension systems


• Use technical repair information and library

Careers in the Automotive Technology Field

• Automotive Service Technician and Mechanic


• Automotive Specialty Technician


• Automotive Master Mechanics

Articulation Agreements

Students who meet all the requirements of the Tech Prep Program will receive credit and admission preference into these Post Secondary Programs:

• Penn College (an affiliate of Penn State University)


• Allegany College of Maryland

Certifications

Students in the Automotive Technology program are eligible for:

• Pennsylvania Skills Certificate


• Pennsylvania State Safety Inspection Examination


• S/P2 Safety Certification


• Section 609 Certification for Refrigerant Recycling/Recovery


• Certified Emissions Inspector