Automotive Services Pathway

Degrees and Certificates

Courses

ASE 0101: Automotive Technologies I

Credits 1.0 (Block Class (2 periods in a row))
Introduction to the basic industry skills necessary for certified professionals in the automotive industry. The course includes developing career plans and preparing for employment. It also includes an introduction to: shop safety, common hand tools, basic shop equipment, measuring systems and tools, academic skills needed in the field, and automotive industry terminology.

ASE 0202: Auto Technologies II

Credits 1.0 (Block Class (2 periods in a row))

This course prepares the individual to apply technical knowledge and skills in safety, adjustment, maintenance, and parts replacement to repair automobiles and light trucks. Students are introduced to: a) brake systems; b) electric/electronic systems; c) steering and suspension systems; and d) engine performance diagnosis and repair.

ASE 0300: Auto Technologies III

Credits 1.0 (Block Class (2 periods in a row))
This course prepares the individual to apply higher levels of technical knowledge and skills to maintain, diagnose and repair automobiles and light trucks. Students will gain in-depth knowledge needed to troubleshoot and identify malfunctioning components and sensors; and correct these problems in four areas: brake systems, electrical/electronic systems, steering and suspension systems and engine performance analysis. Students will be guided by the ASE curriculum and student certification tests will be offered to prepare for employment or further training in the field.

ASE0323: DCE Automotive Technologies

Credits 0.5

This course utilizes Diversified Cooperative Education (DCE) methodology, one teacher responsible for students within multiple program areas, to combine school-based and supervised work-based learning experiences related to the standards identified for the Automotive Technologies Program.