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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY



An Educational Partnership

Mason-Lake Intermediate School District
West Shore Community College

Course Description

Automotive Technology covers the mechanical engine, drive train, brakes, heating and cooling, ignition, lubrication, exhaust, suspension and steering systems. Upon completion of the course, the student will have been introduced to the various parts of these systems and be able to service them. This class is for the student who is entering the field of automotive education or employment, or who just wishes a general knowledge of all the various parts of the automobile. Students wishing to take a second year of Automotive Technology must have the instructor's approval.
 
Click on this link to view several videos on auto related careers.  Once connected to the Career Voyages Automotive group, select any of the videos listed by clicking on the Real Player icon (for some reason Windows Media Player will not play these videos).  Be sure to have your speakers turned on. 

Related Careers What High School
Classes will HELP?
ARC Welder
Automobile Mechanic
Fuel-Injection Servicer
Brake Repairer
Transmission Mechanic
Front-End Mechanic
Automotive Electrician
Tune-Up Mechanic
Air-Conditioning Mechanic
Small Engine Repairer
Auto Body Repairer

Math

Computers

Shop Process

Small Gas Engines


 To view a presentation on the Automotive Technology class, click here.




Employment & Outlook

State and National Trends

United States Employment Percent
Change
Job Openings 1
2004 2014
Automotive service technicians and mechanics 802,800 928,500 + 16 % 33,930
Michigan Employment Percent
Change
Job Openings 1
2004 2014
Automotive service technicians and mechanics 26,670 29,540 + 11 % 1,000
1Job Openings refers to the average annual job openings due to growth and net replacement.

Highlights of Program

Hands-On Activities
Physical Work
G
uest Speakers
Internships
Apprenticeships
Field Trips
State-of-the-Art Equipment

 

Mission Statement
To prepare students for a rewarding future in a modern and ever changing workplace.

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For more information contact:

Frank Surma, Instructor
E-mail: fsurma@westshore.edu
(231) 845-6211 ext. 3569

Jim Ricklefs, Instructor
E-mail: jricklefs@westshore.edu
(231) 845-6211 ext. 3569


or

Mike Robinson, Principal
E-mail: mrobinson@westshore.edu
(231) 845-6211 ext. 3504

 
 
Mason-Lake Intermediate School District • 2130 West US-10, Ludington, MI 49431 • Phone: 231.757.3716 • Fax: 231.757.2406

Oceana Intermediate School District • 844 Griswold St, Hart, MI 49420 • Phone: 231.873.5651 • Fax: 231.873.5779