Auto Mechanics Technology
Program Overview
CIP Code: 47.0604
The Automotive Mechanics Technology program prepares students to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, drive trains, suspension and steering as well as heating and air conditioning systems.
- High Priority Occupation
- Non-Traditional Career - Female
- Eligible to: Mifflin County / Juniata County / Other
- SOAR Eligible
- Co-Op Eligible
- Penn College Dual Enrollment Eligible
Doug Stimely
Instructor
Enrollment Process
Instructor Biography
23 years in industry achieving Master Technician status for Chrysler, GM and ASE + 23 years as teacher achieving 2003 National Automotive Instructor of the year, 2013 21st Century Automotive Challenge/EEVC Hall of Fame inductee
Certifications
PA Safety Inspection
Mobile Air Climate Systems (MACS) Section 609 Air Conditioning
PA On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II) Emissions Certification
Pro-Cut- Level One Certification
Alldata
Various SP2 Certifications
Employer Partners
Brenner Tire and Auto, Stroup’s Service Center, Ascendance Truck Centers, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDot), Blaise Alexander Subaru, Peachey’s Garage, Fleming’s Garage, Hess Tire, Bobby Rahal Toyota-Lexus, Lake Ford, Lake Chevy, Lake Chrysler-Jeep, Faye L. Wagner Tire, Plus many more.
Possible Careers
Entry-Level service technician, Parts department technician, Reconditioning Technician, Service Writer, Lot Porter, Service Manager, Service Director, General Manager, Shop owner/proprietor
Required Items
Industry required footwear and full-length work pants
Dual Enrollment Opportunities
Penn College Dual Enrollment:
AMT112 3.0 Credits Brake Systems
AMT113 3.0 Credits Steering and Suspension
Career & Technical Student Organization
Skills USA, National Technical Honor Society, Automotive Competition
Schedule
Level 1 & 2 students 9:20-11:40, Level 2 & 3 Students 12:40-2:50
Task Grid
Task grid to change starting in 2024-2025 school year as per PDE
Post-Secondary Opportunities
Penn College, (OTC) Ohio Technical College, (UNoH) University of Northwestern Ohio, (CPDI) Central PA. Diesel Institute, (HACC) Harrisburg Area Community College, (NTI) NASCAR Technical Institute, (UTI) Universal Technical Institute, (ATC) Automotive Technical College and many, many others.