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    Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair

     

     

    This program introduces students to the jobs, operations, and skills needed in the servicing, diagnosis and repair of automobiles. Students will gain a thorough knowledge of tools, materials, and equipment used by automotive technicians. The curriculum includes automotive engine operations, vehicle maintenance and repair, steering and suspension systems, computerized engine controls, brake systems, electrical systems, fuel and ignition systems and front end alignment. Students will complete OSHA 10, and test for up to 7 Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification examinations. Each program partners with automotive manufacturers such as Toyota and Mercedes Benz to complete specific industry certifications. Graduates of the program are employed as dealer preparation mechanics, brake specialists, tune-up mechanics, service mechanics and parts distributors.

     

     

    Students may enroll in this program in any one of three campus locations (must apply to the campus choice):

     

    East Brunswick Magnet School (112 Rues Lane)

     

    Perth Amboy Magnet School (457 High Street)

     

    Piscataway Magnet School (21 Suttons Lane)

     

    This program is part of the Exploratory Cycle for incoming 9th grade students at each of the above campus locations. See Exploratory Cycle page for details:
  • Automotive Service Excellence
  • ATEF

    Articulation Agreement:

    College/University

    Course

    Number

    Course Name

    Credits

    Ohio Technical College

    Cleveland, OH

     

    Up to 4 OTC Modules that correspond to a maximum of 4 ASE/NATEF Certifications (3 Credits Each)

    12 

    Criteria

    Credit Type

    ·       Students must meet the minimum performance criteria while in attendance at the High School or Vocational Center with a passing grade equivalent of “B” or higher (3.0 +GPA on a 4.0 scale).

    ·       An Official High School Transcript will be required.

     

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    College/University

    Course

    Number

    Course Name

    Credits

    Universal Technical College

    Exton, PA

     

    Up to a maximum of 4 UTI Automotive Technology Courses

    12 

    Criteria

    Credit Type

    ·        Students who successfully pass the Challenge Test or corresponding ASE test will gain Advanced Placement for the UTI Automotive Technology course that corresponds to the automotive areas that they were enrolled in at the high school or vocational center.

    ·       Students must start their training at UTI within one year of High School Graduation in order to be eligible to receive this benefit.

     

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