Classes
Offered / Course Descriptions
Automotive
Technology (ATECH)
108.1
State Emission Control Specialist Phase 1 (4)
A lecture/demonstration course presenting fundamental principles and terminology
of automotive emission control systems. Special emphasis is on development of a
positive attitude toward work ethic, cultural and gender diversity, personal
safety and a safe workplace, and disposal of hazardous materials. Students
passing with an 80% score will receive a certificate from the Department of
Ecology designating them a State Emission Specialist. This is a pass/no credit
course. PREREQUISITE: Instructor’s permission.
108.3
Emission Re-certification (2)
A lecture/demonstration course presenting fundamental principles and terminology
of automotive emission control systems. Emphasizes development of a positive
attitude toward work ethic, cultural and gender diversity, personal safety and a
safe workplace, and disposal of hazardous materials. Students passing with an
80% score will receive a certificate from the Department of Ecology designating
them a State Emissions Specialist. This is a pass/no credit course. PREREQUISITE:
ATECH 108.1 or instructor’s permission..
110
Shop Procedures (2)
Training in Automotive Shop Procedures to include use and maintenance of special
tools and equipment, service and repair record keeping, use of technical
reference materials, and regulations governing the automotive repair industry.
Special emphasis on developing a positive attitude toward work ethics, cultural
and gender diversity, personal safety and a safe workplace, and handling and
disposal of hazardous materials. PREREQUISITE: Instructor’s permission and
reading placement of 81 or above.
111
Electrical/Electronic Systems (1-14)
A modular self-paced course presenting fundamental principles and terminology of
automotive electrical systems. Use of Ohm’s Law, wiring diagrams, diagnostic
and test instruments. Diagnosis and repair of batteries, starting systems,
charging systems, lighting systems, operator information and warning systems,
and onboard body computer control systems. Emphasizes development of a positive
attitude toward work ethic, cultural and gender diversity, personal safety and a
safe workplace, and handling and disposal of hazardous materials. PREREQUISITE:
ATECH 110 and instructor’s permission. Reading placement score of 81 or above.
112
Engine Performance (1-14)
A modular self-paced, comprehensive course encompassing spark system management,
emissions control, computerized engine control system sensors and actuators and
use of diagnostic equipment necessary to test, adjust, and repair engine
systems. Emphasizes development of a positive attitude toward work ethic,
cultural and gender diversity, personal safety and a safe workplace, and
handling and disposal of hazardous materials. PREREQUISITE: ATECH 110, 111
and instructor’s permission. Reading placement score of 81 or above.
113
Engine Repair (1-3)
A modular self-paced course covering internal combustion engine mechanical
systems and components operation. Diagnosis of component or system malfunctions.
Practical application in cylinder head reconditioning and repair. Emphasizes
development of a positive attitude toward work ethic, cultural and gender
diversity, personal safety and a safe workplace, and handling and disposal of
hazardous materials. PREREQUISITE: ATECH 110. Reading placement score of 81
or above.
114
Automatic Transmission and Trans-Axle (1-8)
A modular self-paced course of study of theory, application, diagnosis and
repair of fluid power, hydraulics, power transmission, and final drive units as
applied to automatic transmissions and trans-axles. Emphasizes development of
positive attitude toward work ethic, cultural and gender diversity, personal
safety and a safe workplace, and handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
PREREQUISITE: ATECH 110 and instructor’s permission. Reading placement score
of 81 or above.
115
Manual Drive Trains/Axle (1-6)
A modular self-paced course of study in theory,
diagnosis, adjustment and repair of manual drive train components: i.e., clutch,
transmission, drive line and axles. Emphasizes development of positive attitude
toward work ethic, cultural and gender diversity, personal safety and a safe
workplace, and handling and disposal of hazardous materials. PREREQUISITE:
ATECH 110 and instructor’s permission. Reading placement score of 81 or above.
116
Suspension and Steering (1-6)
Study and application of automotive suspension and steering systems in a
modular, self-paced format. Studies include tires and wheels, suspension
systems, steering systems, two and four wheel alignment; diagnosis, adjustment,
and repair of systems and components. Emphasis on development of a positive
attitude toward work ethic, cultural and gender diversity, personal safety and a
safe workplace, and handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
PREREQUISITE: ATECH 110 and instructor’s permission. Reading placement score
of 81 or above.
117
Brakes (1-7)
A modular self-paced course covering theory,
diagnosis, adjustments, and repair of automotive brake systems to include
hydraulic systems, drum brakes, boosters, parking brakes and anti-skid brake
system (ABS). Emphasizes development of a positive attitude toward work ethic,
cultural and gender diversity, personal safety and a safe workplace, and
handling and disposal of hazardous materials. PREREQUISITE: ATECH 110 and
instructor’s permission. Reading placement score of 81 or above.
118
Heating and Air Conditioning (1-6)
A modular self-paced course in automotive heating
and air conditioning systems including diagnosis, service and repair of systems
and system components. Emphasizes development of a positive attitude toward work
ethic, cultural and gender diversity, personal safety and a safe workplace, and
handling and disposal of hazardous materials. PREREQUISITE: ATECH 110 and
instructor’s permission. Reading placement score of 81 or above.
119
Special Shop Practice (1-12)
Practical application and development of those
skills acquired during study and application of competencies listed in course
modules ATECH 111 through 118. Special emphasis on development of a positive
attitude toward work ethic, cultural and gender diversity, personal safety and a
safe workplace, and handling and disposal of hazardous materials. PREREQUISITE:
ATECH 110 and instructor’s permission. Reading placement score of 81 or above.
150-154
Automotive Leadership Skills 1 (1)
Provides personal development experiences through
participation in class as well as leadership activities at school and in the
community. Emphasizes individual participation in identifying, planning,
implementing, promoting, and evaluating activities. Provides instruction to
facilitate development of personal skills in such areas as speaking, applying
for a job, practicing management skills, and developing a plan of work. PREREQUISITE:
Instructor’s permission.
177-179
Cooperative Education (1-13)
Offers student an opportunity to work full- or
part-time in jobs directly related to their program and interests. Students may
receive a salary or volunteer. PREREQUISITE: Instructor’s permission.
194
Special Topics (varies) (4)
Provides training to meet established local needs in
automotive repair industry, supplemental to classes currently offered. PREREQUISITE:
Instructor’s permission.