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Decatur High School
Automotive Technology
AVAILABLE COURSES
Introduction to Auto Mechanics
Credits: .5 per semester, Year Course
Prerequisite: None
Special Information: $4.50 fee, Science or Math (crossover) with a grade of "B" or better, if followed by Auto Mech. 1 & 2, Occupational Ed. Credit, Tech Prep
Auto Mechanics 1 & 2
Credits: .5 per semester, Year Course
Prerequisite: None
Special Information: $4.50 fee, .5 Senior English elective or Science or Math (crossover) with a grade of "B" or better, if followed by Auto Mech. 1 & 2, Occupational Ed. Credit, Tech Prep
Auto Mechanics 3 & 4
Credits: .5 per semester, Year Course
Prerequisite: Auto Mechanics 1 & 2
Special Information: $4.50 fee, Science or Math (crossover) with a grade of "B" or better, if followed by Auto Mech. 1 & 2, Occupational Ed. Credit, Tech Prep
Introduction to Auto Mechanics
Introduction to Auto is designed to allow a student with no knowledge or prior experience to enter Decatur's Automotive Program. Students will be given training in Safety, Leadership, as well as the proper training to use and care for hand tools.
Key areas of focus include:
Changing Oil
Chassis Lube
Changing Filters
Complete Tire Service
Basic Tune-up
Engine Condition Analysis
Basic Suspension Service
Repair Brakes
Basic Electrical
General Vehicle Maintenance
Auto Mechanics 1 & 2
Upon completion of Introduction to Auto, students can enter Auto 1&2 and carry their skills to the next level. They will build on the skills listed in the Intro to Auto focus areas to the level of a professional technician trainee or apprentice. These types of skills are a beginning point of advanced employment in the automotive industry. When the students complete each section of the course, they will be eligible to obtain credit at several area community or technical colleges through a Tech-Prep agreement.
Advanced safety and leadership are an integral part of this class curriculum. Students can opt for involvement in the Skills USA organization and participate in contests to earn recognition and awards.
Key areas of focus include:
Engines,
Electrical Systems,Tune-up,
Drivability, Scan Tool Operation,
Suspensions,
Brake Systems,
Transmission Systems,
Wheels, Tires, & Alignment,
Air Conditioning, Heating & Ventilation
This class is set up to allow the students to apply the skills acquired from Intro to Automotive and Auto Mechanics 1&2 to carry them to the advanced level of training. This level will make students a good candidate for post high school automotive training at the colleges such as Green River Community College, Renton Technical College , or to allow them to become eligible for entry into specialty training centers such as Universal Technical Institute or Wyoming Tech . Skill development attained at Decatur High School allows the student to be eligible for college credit via the Tech-Prep agreement with several area colleges.
The areas of study are the same as Auto 1&2 except that the students are exposed to the curriculum in a more in-depth fashion. Students in this class, as part of their leadership development, can become involved in the Skills USA program and may compete in automotive skill competitions associated with it to earn recognition, prizes and scholarships. The Ford AAA competition is another opportunity for the students in Auto ¾ to demonstrate their skills on a team level.
Doug Angell , Instructor
Decatur High School - 2800 SW 320th St. - Federal Way, WA 98023
phone: 253-945-5260 - email: dangell@fwps.org