• AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

    2014 - 2015

    INSTRUCTOR :

    Robert Lyle

    PHONE :

    713 - 726 - 2140 ext. 441

    E-MAIL :

    RLyle@HOUSTONISD.ORG 

    Required Supplies:

    1 1/2" Binder

    Loose leaf filler paper

    Pens and pencils (Pencils for testing)

    Index reference dividers 5 tabs

    Philosophy:

    I believe most academic courses found in a high school curriculum prepare learners for success in colleges and universities. While this preparation is important, there are those learners whose needs are more practically met by the curriculum found in vocational courses. Automotive technology program will allow learners to expand in academically oriented courses, while giving those learners a practical, hands-on study which will allow them to begin a satisfactory career upon graduation from high school.

    Mission:

    Automotive technology provides the learner the opportunity to have a working knowledge of the problems that are commonly found in domestic and import vehicles. Automotive technology encourages learners to develop leadership qualities to explore employment and entrepreneur opportunities. The learner will be able to analyze these problems, evaluate practical solutions, carry out the most practical methods of automotive repair using state of the art technology, also using and enhancing a process for academic skill and quality workforce initiatives.

    Course Description:

    Instruction is designed to provide job-specific training for entry-level employment in the automotive service career field. Instruction emphasizes use of repair manuals, service and/or repair of basic automotive components; fuel system, engines, emission controls, chassis, electrical system, brakes, and engine performance.  The program is designed to enhance job training for employment in the automotive field.

    Specific Goals:

    The student will be able to perform Maintenance and Light Repair in the following areas after 3 years of the program:

    • Engine Repair
    • Automatic Transmissions and Transaxle
    • Manual Drive Train and Axle
    • Suspension and Steering Systems
    • Brakes
    • Electrical and Electronic Systems
    • Heating and Air Conditioning
    • Engine Performance

    Supplemental Goals:

    • Shop and Personal Safety
    • Tools and Equipment
    • Preparing Vehicle for Service
    • Preparing Vehicle for Customer

     

    Grades will be determined by the state guidelines:

    100 - 90 = A

    89 - 80 = B

    79 - 75 = C

    74 - 70 = D

    69 - 0 = F