Automotive Technology

at the Columbia CTE Center

Description

This program is designed to prepare students for college and career opportunities in the Automotive Industry. Scientific principles and hands-on work are applied to the overall design, operation and service of modern automobiles.

Occupations

  • Automotive Service Technician

  • Automotive Service Advisor

  • Heavy Equipment Service Technician

  • Industrial Machine Technician

  • Heating and Ventilation Technician

  • Automotive Sales Associate

  • Automotive Parts Manager

  • Service Advisor

  • Electrical or Mechanical Engineer

  • Small Engine Technician

  • Entrepreneur, Small Business Owner

Credentials, Certifications, Work-Based Learning and Leadership Opportunities

Coming soon!

Units of Instruction

Automotive Careers

  • Brakes and Braking Systems

  • Circuits (Series and Parallel)

  • Customer Service

  • Diagnosis of Malfunctions

  • Electrical Circuit Repair

  • Electronic Fundamentals

  • System Maintenance

  • Wiring and Vacuum Diagrams

  • Work Ethic / Professionalism

Your Instructor, Nicholas Alley

As a career or hobby, explore the modern automobile.