In this vocational program, the shop is the classroom where students contribute to a positive work atmosphere. General employability skills are stressed within the framework of the Automotive Technology Lab. Students learn occupation-specific skills which include preventative maintenance, major and minor repairs, and diagnostic analysis. Students also learn major system repairs (eg., inspecting, servicing, removing and replacing transmissions).
Students receive training in and are evaluated based on industry standards outlined in ASE certification. Areas of certification include:
1.) engine basics
2.) electrical systems
3.) cooling system
4.) fuel system
5.) brake system
6.) drive train
7.) steering - suspension
8.) engine tune-up
Students may transition from the GCCS Automotive Technology Program directly to work in entry-level occupations which involve automotive/diesel repair and small engine repair. SEMI-PROFESSIONAL and SKILLED/PROFESSIONAL CAREERS in the field of Automotive Technology may require one to three years of post-secondary training. These careers include automotive technician and alternative fuels technician.
Instittutions providing post-secondary training related to the field of Auto Technology include, but are not limited to: Ivy Tech State College, Lincoln Technical Institute, Northwestern College, and Oakland City College.
(NOTE: An articulation agreement with Ivy Tech/ Sellersburg is currently in effect.)
