North Montco Technical Career
Center
Automotive Technology Program
In accordance with the North Montco Technical Career Center
JOC (Joint Operating Committee) Policy, ASE/NATEF (National Automotive Teachers
Education Foundation) and AYES (Automotive Youth Educational System) standards, the NMTCC automotive technology
program provides current curriculum, instructional materials, and equipment that
teach knowledge, skills, and attitudes appropriate to industry needs. In
addition, automotive technology students need to learn more than what is
contained in the formal course of study. An important portion of the automotive
technology curriculum is teaching our students how to become effective and
involved members of society.
The North Montco Technical Career Center Automotive
Technician program is nationally certified by both ASE/NATEF (Automotive service
Excellence/National Automotive Technician Education Foundation AYES) and AYES
(Automotive Youth Education System) and provides a 1080-hour training program
based on industry approved and recognized standards. This course provides the
entry-level skills required for employment as an automotive technician.
Graduates receive a Certificate of Completion and are
eligible for the Pennsylvania Governors Certificate of Program Proficiency.
Mr. L's Cluster Packet
View the complete Automotive Technology
Duty & Task List (in PDF
format)
1.
Course
Introductory Instruction
2.
Certifications/Credentials/Licenses
3.
Competitions
4.
Course
Technical Instruction Including The ASE/NATEF Competency Standards
5.
2nd Year Instruction
6.
3rd Year Instruction
7.
4th Year Instruction
8.
Additional Course Instruction
9.
Course Requirements
10.
Safety
11.
Dress Code
12.
Student Portfolio
13.
Class Expectations
14.
Grading Policy
15.
School - Program Policies
16.
School Extracurricular
Activities
17.
Articulation Agreements
18.
School-To-Work Options
19.
Recommended General Skills
20.
Career Opportunities
21.
Occupational Titles
22.
Other
Related Occupations Requiring Additional Education
23.
Recommended Requirements in
Industry
24.
Employment Conditions
25.
What
Employers Say They Expect From Entry-Level Workers
26. ASE/NATEF & AYES Technical
Areas Program Hours
NEW! Dual-Enrollment
Earn College Credits
for Coursework Completed at NMTCC!
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Safety Procedures
Proper use of hand tools
The Automobile
Automotive Careers and ASE Certification
Basic Hand Tools
Power Tools and Equipment
The Auto Shop and Safety
Automotive Measurement and Math
Using Service Information
Basic Electricity and Electronics
Fasteners Gaskets Seals and Sealants
Vehicle Maintenance Fluid Service and Recycling
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PA Safety Inspection Certification
PA Emissions Inspection Certification
ASE/NATEF End-of-Program Certification and/or AYES Exit
Exams (Governors
Certificate)
ASE/MACS Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling Certification
($15.00)
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SkillsUSA
Philadelphia Dealers Trouble-Shooting Competition (seniors
only)
Ford/AAA Student Skills Trouble-Shooting Competition
Daimler/Chrysler Student Skills Trouble-Shooting
Competition (seniors only)
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Engine Repair
Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles
Manual Drive Train and Axles
Suspension and Steering
Brakes
Electrical/Electronic Systems
Heating and Air-Conditioning Systems
Engine Performance
Advanced Engine Performance
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Engine Fundamentals
Engine Design Classifications
Engine Top End Construction
Engine Bottom End Construction
Engine Front End Construction
Engine Size and Performance Measurements
Automotive Batteries
Battery Testing and Service
Starting System Fundamentals
Starting System Testing and Repair
Charging System Fundamentals
Charging System Diagnostics and Repair
Cooling System Fundamentals
Cooling System Testing Maintenance and Repair
Lubrication System Fundamentals
Lubrication System Testing Service and Repair
Engine Mechanical Problems
Engine Removal Disassembly and Parts Cleaning
Engine Bottom End Service
Engine Top End Service
Engine Front End Service and Engine Installation
Automatic Transmission Fundamentals
Automatic Transmission Service
Transaxle and Front Drive Axle Fundamentals
Transaxle and Front Drive Axle Diagnosis and Repair
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Clutch Fundamentals
Clutch Diagnosis and Repair
Manual Transmission Fundamentals
Manual Transmission Diagnosis and Repair
Drive Shafts and Transfer Cases
Drive Shaft and Transfer Case Diagnosis Service and Repair
Differential and Rear Drive Axle Fundamentals
Differential and Rear Drive Axle Diagnosis and Repair
Tire Wheel and Wheel Bearing Fundamentals
Tire Wheel and Wheel Bearing Service
Suspension System Fundamentals
Suspension System Diagnosis and Repair
Steering System Fundamentals
Steering System Diagnosis and Repair
Brake System Fundamentals
Brake System Diagnosis and Repair
Anti-Lock Brakes traction Control and Stability Control
Wheel Alignment
Heating and Air Conditioning Fundamentals
Heating and Air Conditioning Service
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Computer System Fundamentals
Onboard Diagnostics and Scan Tools
Computer System Service
Automotive Fuels Gasoline and Diesel Combustion
Fuel Tanks Pumps Lines and Filters
Gasoline Injection Fundamentals
Gasoline Injection Diagnosis and Repair
Carburetor Fundamentals
Carburetor Diagnosis Service and Repair
Diesel Injection Fundamentals
Diesel Injection Diagnosis Service and Repair
Exhaust Systems Turbochargers and Superchargers
Ignition System Fundamentals
Ignition System Problems Testing and Repair
Lights Instrumentation Wipers and Horn
Sound Systems and Power Accessories
Emission Control Systems
Emission Control System Testing Service and Repair
Engine Performance and Drivability
Advanced Diagnostics
Engine Tune-Up
Restraint Systems
Restraint Systems Service
Security Navigation and Future Systems
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Safety glasses must be worn in the lab areas at ALL
times All jewelry — rings, earrings, facial piercings and watches — must be
removed while working in the shop. Necklaces are to be tucked in under the
uniform shirt. Long hair must be tied up or tucked up under a hat (hats are
allowed in the shop area).
Harassment Policy
Zero Tolerance Policy Regarding Illegal Behaviors
Safety – It Is NOT An Option!
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Skills America (VICA )
NVTHS (National Vocational Technical Honor Society)
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Lincoln Technical Institute
UTI (Universal Technical Institute)
ATC (Automotive Training Center)
Ohio Diesel
Penn College of Technology
Northampton Community College
Montgomery County Community College
Please contact our
guidance counselors for additional information
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10th grade all-day program (please contact our
principle or guidance counselors for addition information)
PA Youth Apprentice Program (PYAP)
AYES (Automotive Youth Educational System)
Traditional Co-Op
Internships/Job shadowing (Paid and Un-Paid)
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Eighth-grade reading level
Ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge of general math
Be a willing learner
Ability to work alone
Ability to work in a team
Problem solving skills
Troubleshooting skills
Patience
Endurance
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Analytical skills
Critical thinking skills
Deductive reasoning
Manual dexterity
The ability to bend and twist at the waste and lift 100 lbs.
Good eye-hand coordination
Walking
Standing in one position for many hours
Pushing
Pulling
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Outdoors - Extreme hot and cold
Indoors - Extreme hot and cold
Noisy
Dirty
Fumes
Awkward, cramped positions in tight places
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Ability
Initiative
Reliability
Be on the job everyday
Be on time everyday
Efficiency
Loyalty
Cheerfulness
Helpfulness
Unselfishness
Perseverance
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Each
student must have a minimum total of 1080 of combined lab/shop and classroom
instruction. Hours spent working as part of an approved Co-op or school to work
program count towards these hours. Tasks for the eight areas may be taught at
different times during the program.
As
seniors, automotive students are required to take the ASE/NATEF End-Of-Program
Exam, AYES Exit Exam or NOCTI Assessment to demonstrate program proficiency. A student will not
earn ASE certification while enrolled at North Montco. However, as a program
completer, students will be prepared for the ASE certification tests, and earn
one-year work experience towards the two-year work experience necessary to be
eligible to take the ASE tests.
2008 NATEF Automotive Technology Program Hours
