Automotive Technology

Instructor (s): Adam Florez and  Greg Klava

Total Seats Available: 35 (per section)

Grade Levels: 10-12th

This course is a performance-based course. Students work at their own pace to achieve competence in the performance objective. Upon completion, students may obtain and be successful at an entry-level job related to automotive technology. The classroom environment simulates a live automotive shop. Students work on real customers’ vehicles to learn the techniques and procedures needed to repair today’s vehicles. Safety, work ethics, teamwork and related academic skills are taught.

Specific Success Criteria

  • Students will be enrolled in the college credit for this course, which allows them to qualify for both the college certifications, but also the industry certification. 

  • Students should be comfortable working in teams on complex multi step tasks.

  • Students should be willing to work with their hands.

  • Students will be required to sit for and pass at least one ASE certification test. 

Academic Plan

Syllabus/Unit Calendar: Link

Program Length: Four Semesters

Program Times:

AM: 8:20-10:35
PM: 1:15-3:30

High School Credits: 15 Elective Credits (per semester)

Related Careers: Automotive Repair, Service Writer, Diesel Mechanic, Parts Technician, Aerospace Mechanic

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Semester 1a

Semester 2a

Semester 1b

Semester 2b

CTE Automotive Technology 1A
(HS Credit)

CTE Automotive Technology 1B
(HS Credit)

ASE 1002- Intro to the Automotive Shop
(2 credits)

ASE 1010- Brakes I
(2 credits)

ASE 2010- Auto PWR/ABS Brakes
(2 credits)


CTE Automotive Technology 2A
(HS Credit)

CTE Transportation Capstone A
(HS Credit)

ASE 1020- Basic Automotive Electricity (2 Credits)

ASE 1030- Basic Engine Diagnosis
(2 Credits)

CTE Automotive Technology 2B

ASE 1002- Intro to the Automotive Shop
(2 credits) *new students only*

ASE 1060- Automotive Engine Repair
(2 credits)

ASE 1061- Engine Repair and Rebuild
(2 credits)

CTE Automotive Technology 3A
(HS Credit)

CTE Transportation Capstone B (HS Credit)

ASE 1040- Suspension and Steering I
(2 credits)

ASE 1041- Suspension and Steering II
(2 credits)

Industry Certification: ASE Entry Level Cert (total of five ASE tests: Brakes, Engines, Electrical, Suspension and Steering and MLR)

Capstone completion: Capstone can be achieved in 4 semesters and passing 3 industry certifications.

For part-time enrollment: speak with your school counselor or CEC Counselor, Email Zachary Williams.