Automotive Technology
The Automotive Technology Program will provide knowledge and practical experiences that will teach the basic phases of automotive repair, along with related safety procedures. Students will learn to diagnose, troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance while repairing automobiles. Students challenge themselves by taking national skill assessments in career areas while completing their high school education. Automotive Technology Program students have the opportunity to add to their credentials the ASE Certification (Automotive Service Excellence Certification), an industry-wide accepted certification.
Maintenance Service
Engine Diagnostics & Repair
Lubrication Services
Tire & Wheel Services
Exhaust Systems
Cooling Systems
NYS Inspections
Suspension & Steering
Brake Repair & Replacement
Front End Services
Rear Suspension Services
Four Wheel Alignment
Automotive & Electrical Systems
Automotive Electricity
Wiring Diagrams
Starting Systems & Ignition Systems
Charging Systems
Computer Systems
Ignition Systems
Fuel Systems
Diagnostics & Repair
Engine Service
Cylinder Relationships
Figuring Piston Displacement
Basic Engine Operation
Engine Disassembly
Engine Measurement
Engine Assembly
Cylinder Head Replacement
Camshaft & Lifter Replacement
Timing Gear/Chain, Belt Replacement
New York State Safety Inspection
NY Inspection Law & Regulation
NY Inspection Record Keeping
NY Inspection Procedures
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Internship Experiences...
Students can participate in an internship experience where they will apply their knowledge while working with professionals in authentic career settings. Students will have an opportunity to dialog with practitioners via guest presentations while developing professional insights and future educational plans.
Portfolio...
All second year students will complete a Career and Technical Education Portfolio that exhibits necessary elements for CTE Endorsement and demonstrates competencies in Automotive Technology.
Industry Site Visits...
Students will have the opportunity to interact with professionals in the field by making industry site visits. This experience provides students with the opportunity to network with area professionals.
Benefits...
- Articulation Agreements/College Credit
- Nashville Auto-Diesel College
- SUNY Alfred State
- SUNY Canton
- SUNY Morrisville
- Universal Technical Institute
- Cayuga Online—Cayuga Community College
- Completed Career Portfolio
- Integrated Math Credit
- Internship Experience
For more information, contact...
Your High School Guidance Office or the Guidance Office at BOCES.
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Automotive Technology could lead to careers in...
Field Automotive Repair Technician
Parts Clerk
Service Writer
Tire Repairer/Changer
Race Car Technician
Careers with additional training and education...
Service Manager
Sales Representative/Distributor
Automotive Shop Manager
Automotive Engineer
Automotive Shop Owner/Operator
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