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Auto Repair Program

​​​​​​​​The automotive sector is rapidly changing, highlighting the demand for well-trained automotive experts in this modern age of mobility. The Automotive Repair Program aims to address the continuous need for proficient, certified Automotive Technicians by providing practical training to repair and service the mechanical and electronic systems found in contemporary vehicles.

​The Auto Repair Program consists of ​five courses: ​​Automotive Engine Repair, Automotive Engine Performance, Automotive Break Systems, Automotive Electrical Systems and Automotive Suspension and Steering.

Note: The Automotive Repair program includes 5 separate classes and may be taken in any order and prepare students for ASE exams. The cost of ASE exams are not included in the price.

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Automotive Engine Repair (ASE A1)​
​This course is designed to provide students with an instruction to automotive engine repair.
Topics include:
  • ​General diagnosis
  • Cylinder head and valve train diagnosis and repair
  • Lubrication and cooling systems diagnosis and repair
  • Fuel, electrical, ignition and exhaust systems inspection and service.
Upon completion, students will be eligible to sit for the ASE A1 certification.

Automotive Engine Performance (ASE A8)​
​This course is designed to provide students with more in-depth training on automotive engines.
Topics include: 
  • General engine diagnosis
  • Diagnoses and repair of ignition, fuel, air induction, exhaust, emissions control and electrical systems
Automotive Brake Systems (ASE A5)
​This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the automotive brake systems. With the numerous types of brake systems in today's vehicles, training is needed to be able to maintain and repair these systems.
Topics include:
  • hydraulic systems
  • Drum brakes
  • Disc brakes
  • Power assist units
  • Electronic brake control system 
  • ABS and TCS diagnosis and repair
Automotive Electrical Systems (ASE A6)
​This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the automotive electrical systems. Basic shop equipment will be discussed as well as electrical/electronic systems. Topics include:
  • Battery diagnosis and service
  • Starting system
  • Charging system
  • Lighting system
  • Gauges
  • Warning devices: horn, wiper/washer, and accessory diagnosis and repair
Automotive Suspension and Steering (ASE A4)
​This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the automotive suspension and steering systems.
Topics include:
  • Steering systems
  • Suspension systems
  • Heel alignment diagnosis
  • Adjustment and repair
  • Wheel and tire diagnosis and service

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