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Automotive

Auto student working on engine

 

  • Locations: Bellevue High School, Bothell High School
  • 3 High School Credits: CTE (2.0) Lab Science (1.0)
  • 2 Year Program Available
  • No Tuition
  • Program fees may apply. Financial assistance may be available for qualifying students
  • College Credits and Certifications available. Contact WANIC to find out more

This is a full year 3-period Skill Center class (3 high school credits). This exciting STEM enriched course prepares individuals to engage in the specialized servicing and maintenance of all types of automobiles. Students learn in National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) accredited training facilities. Students are well prepared to further their automotive education at post-secondary institutions, enroll in college engineering programs, or pursue a career in the automotive industry.

Topics revolve around the eight nationally recognized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) areas. Leadership, Interpersonal, ASE supplemental tasks, and 21st Century Skills are embedded throughout this course along with a heavy correlation to science, physics͕ and chemistry and cross-referenced to the Next Generation Science Standards. Students read college level textbooks and practice technical writing skills.

Automotive Technology Occupations

There is a nationwide demand for automotive technicians and related occupations.

Median Yearly Salary Seattle Metro area*

  • Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $58,370
  • Mechanical or Automotive Engineer $99,970
  • First-Line Supervisors $80,100
  • Electro-Mechanical Technician $76,150
  • Mechanical Engineering Technologist $70,520
  • Automotive Body Repairer $48,360

* Source: careeronestop.org, U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics 2022

PREPARE FOR COLLEGE AND A CAREER!

Course Expectations: Automotive Technology. Located at Bellevue High School

Reading Expectations of this class:

Students are required to read every day in this class. One hour of learning and two hours shop-time is how this class works. Electude is our on-line curriculum.

Students are expected to research vehicle repair information using on-line industry service manuals and data bases. Most technical reading is typically formatted at a 13th grade level.

Writing Expectations of this class:

Weekly Point Sheet is our daily informational “work-order style” writing all students will complete. The point sheet explains what they worked on, what was the customer complaint or service item, what they did, lists competencies performed, and special tools used. This is a five-minute record of what they did in the shop and prepares students for technical writing.

Math Expectations of this class:

Math requirements are embedded in our automotive technology curriculum. At the service technician level, the math we use is at a sixth-ninth grade level. Fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, micrometer/precision measuring, and tape measure reading, both English and metric. My pre-engineering students should take ALL math classes.

Science Expectations of this class:

Science standards are emphasized and embedded throughout our curriculum. Lab science credit is state approved, and repeatable for this program with a “C” or better grade. Science concepts are explained in detail and taken seriously. Students will be introduced to chemical interactions, electricity and conductance, physical properties of solids/liquids/vapors and corresponding pressures of materials in these states.

My pre-engineering students should take ALL level physics classes.

Homework Expectations of this class:

Students are required to complete 1-2 hours per week of online homework assignments.

To be successful in this class, the student should be prepared to:

CRITICAL THINKING is our #1 objective. Maturity, self-motivation, and impulsivity control are required in this program. Students will punch-in and out on a time clock daily, similar to business and industry. Students will act like an employee or a professional and are expected to be on-time and present daily. Actively participate to assure that maximum learning and productivity is achieved. This program includes numerous hands-on activities which can be attained only by being in attendance. Applying and practicing skills are critical to demonstrating competency. Social interaction is an element of success. Students will work in teams, collaborate with classmates, and have the opportunity to participate in Job Shadowing at local dealerships and shops.

Additional Information:
  • Two year program available - Prerequisite for Year 2 – Successful completion of Automotive Technology Year 1 and instructor approval.
  • CTE Dual Credit - College Credit May Be Available.

Course Expectations: Automotive Technology. Located at Bothell High School

Reading Expectations of this class:

Students are required to read online text book chapters (about one every week). Online textbooks currently have an audio book component that can “read” the chapter information to the students. This option is time intensive.

Students are expected to be able to research vehicle repair information using industry service manuals and data bases. This information is typically formatted at 13th grade level.

Writing Expectations of this class:

Most of the “written” assignments are done online using our online text book system (currently CDX).

We do daily/weekly journal writing (to support our language arts cross crediting) as well as a resume writing exercise each year.

Repair orders need to be written by hand on paper copies daily/weekly to receive credit for hands on work.

Math Expectations of this class:

Most of the math requirements are embedded in the automotive technology. We do study fractions and decimals to the 4th point.

Precision measuring and ruler reading is emphasized.

Science Expectations of this class:

Science standards are emphasized. Students should be able to understand chemical interactions, electricity and conductance, physical properties of solids/liquids/vapors and corresponding pressures of materials in these states.

Homework Expectations of this class:

Students are required to complete online homework assignments each week. Students with average reading skills can typically complete these assignments in 1-2 hours per week. The structure of the program does not allow for extra time to complete assignments as the lectures for the group are based around completion of the homework. However, I can adjust grading for incomplete/late assignments based on IEP accommodations as required.

To be successful in this class, the student should be prepared to:

ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS!!!! Students must fill out progress reports daily and repair orders for credit in the program. The program is a “portfolio” based system, where students keep all work in a binder for review/grading at grade period intervals. Maturity, self-motivation, and impulsivity control are required in this program. Follow an attendance policy similar to business and industry; the student is considered an employee or a professional and is expected to be in full daily attendance and actively participating to assure that maximum learning and productivity are achieved. This program includes numerous hands-on activities which can be attained only by being in attendance. Applying and practicing skills are critical to demonstrating competency.

Additional Information:
  • Two year program available. Prerequisite for Year 2 – Successful completion of Automotive Technology Year 1 and instructor approval.
  • CTE Dual Credit - College Credit May Be Available.

Automotive - Bellevue HS Program Intro Video

Automotive - Bothell HS Program Intro Video

Student using Automotive Tech Equipment
Student using wheel technology
Student working on car
Student team working on car