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Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair

Automotive Technology Education is a program that prepares students for entry-level positions or advanced training in the automotive industry. The courses provide the opportunity for students to acquire marketable skills in brakes, steering and suspension, electrical systems, and engine service. Students develop diagnostic skills in the areas of industry operations. Educational experiences simulate automotive service industry operations through the use of training aids and modules and school-based learning opportunities. Course content prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification. Source: TN CTE website

PATHWAY CONCENTRATION COURSES & ELECTIVES
  • Computer Applications
  • Maintenance and Light Repair I
  • Maintenance and Light Repair II
  • Maintenance and Light Repair III
  • Maintenance and Light Repair IV
  • TCAT Dual Enrollment Maintenance and Light Repair
  • Work-Based Learning: Career Practicum
ASSOCIATED SKILLS

Successful Automotive Technology students:

  • work in teams and individually.
  • demonstrate manual dexterity.
  • apply reading skills through use of service manuals and diagnostic programs.
  • exhibit writing skills during client service consultations
  • enjoy working with different forms of transportation.
POST-SECONDARY
DEGREES, DIPLOMAS, AND CERTIFICATES

Certificate Program

Technical Colleges

  • TTC Athens
  • TTC Chattanooga

Associate Degree

Colleges and Universities

  • Northeast
INDUSTRIAL CERTIFICATIONS

Snap-on Precision Measurement

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

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CAREERS
  • Automotive Service Technicians
  • Mechanics
  • Automotive Service Managers
  • Automotive Engineer
  • Automotive Parts Sales
  • DOT Inspector
  • Quality Control Technician
  • Service Writer
  • Automotive Sales
WHERE IS IT OFFERED?

Bradley Central High School

 

Collision Repair

The Collision Repair Technology program of study is designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge and abilities required for entry-level positions in Collision Repair industry. Collision Technicians restore vehicles damaged as a result of collision, corrosion, or wear. Some of the topics covered are: safety, welding and cutting techniques, identification and analysis of damage, measuring and texturing systems, metal/fiberglass/plastic repair, refinishing from total paint jobs to minor repair, estimating and detailing. Source: TCIDS

PATHWAY CONCENTRATION COURSES & ELECTIVES
  • Computer Applications
  • Introduction to Collision Repair
  • Non-Structural Repair
  • Painting and Refinishing
  • Estimating and Customer Service
  • Work Based Learning: Career Practicum
ASSOCIATED SKILLS

Successful Collision Repair students:

  • complete integration with Environmental Science/ Geometry/ English.
  • display manual dexterity.
  • demonstrate effective verbal/written communication skills.
  • perform mathematic calculations.
  • show teamwork skills.
  • exhibit good work ethics, computer skills and interpersonal skills.
POST-SECONDARY
DEGREES, DIPLOMAS, AND CERTIFICATES

Certificate

Technical Colleges

  • TTC-Athens
  • TTC-Chattanooga

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INDUSTRIAL CERTIFICATIONS

Snap-On Precision Measurement

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Skills USA:

SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. SkillsUSA helps each student excel.

CAREERS
  • Collision Repair Technician
  • Auto Manufacturing Sales
  • Automotive Parts Sales
  • Body Shop Manager
  • Dealership or Shop Owner
  • Insurance Adjuster
  • Service Advisor
  • Waste Management (EPA)
  • Design Engineer
  • Finance Manager
  • Automotive Manufacturing Representative
WHERE IS IT OFFERED?

Bradley Central High School