Auto Technology

Auto Technology introduces students to high-tech skills required to inspect, maintain, and repair cars as well as light trucks with gasoline engines. Technicians must be able to use computerized equipment and work with electronic components while maintaining their skills with traditional hand tools. Automotive Technicians should be mechanically inclined and have strong communication and analytical skills. Students in this program need good reading, math, and computer skills to stay current with new technology.

Students will learn to:

Diagnose, maintain, and repair a wide range of vehicles
Use sophisticated diagnostic and repair equipment to troubleshoot complex automotive systems
Use problem-solving skills while working on today's computerized vehicles and advanced systems

POTENTIAL CAREERS

Lube Technician

Light Line Technician

Heavy Line Technician

Chassis and Brake Technician

Electrical/Drivability Technician

Shop Foreman

Service Consultant (advisor)

Service Manager

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Student Certification - Automobile (10 Categories):

• Suspension and Steering

• Brakes

• Electrical/Electronic Systems

• Engine Performance

• Engine Repair

• Automatic Transmission and Transaxle

• Manual Drive Train and Axles

• Heating and Air Conditioning

• Maintenance and Light Repair

• Automobile Service Technology

CAREER TECHNICAL STUDENT ORGANIZATION
Skills USA

COLLEGE CREDIT OPTIONS

While attending Vantage Career Center, Vantage students have the opportunity to participate in college credit plus courses. Contact Student Services for more information.

CAREER ADVANCED PLACEMENT

Career Pathways

A Career Pathway is a collective look at education, training, wage, and outlook information for related occupations. The Vantage Auto Technology program can be part of the Career Pathways listed below. Whether a student is interested in going to college, getting a certificate, or working right after high school, career pathways can be customized for any ambition or plan.

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Automotive Technology

These career pathways were developed around Ohio’s in-demand occupations, according to the July 2015 In-Demand Occupations. Secondary and post-secondary courses reflect career-tech programs approved by the Ohio Department of Education and Ohio Board of Regents. For additional career planning resources, visit OhioMeansJobs.com.