Automotive Career Skills

Transitional Program – For students on an Individualized Education Program (IEP)

The goal of the Automotive Career Skills program is to provide you with the skills needed to gain competitive long-term employment in the automotive industry or related fields. In this program you will learn a wide variety of essential entry-level, industry relevant, automotive technician skills. You will participate in career exploration and investigation and research activities in order to fully understand all aspects of this multibillion-dollar industry. You will develop a portfolio of program related activities; develop confidence in your ability to be successful in the world-of-work and to live independently.

Program Goals

• Enter the exciting world of auto maintenance and detailing
• Master the Computerized parts program
• Develop your mechanical aptitude
• Develop your manual dexterity
• Sharpen your problem solving skills
• Learn to pay attention to detail
• Refine your soft skills

Skills Needed
To be successful in this program, you should have the following skills:

• Mechanical aptitude
• Good problem solving skills
• Detail oriented
• Manual dexterity
• Self regulation and situational awareness
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and written procedures
• Basic reading, communications, writing, math, study skills, money management, auto upkeep, and general light maintenance
• Team player, responsible, and good communicator

Automotive Career Skills Syllabus

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