AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Automotive Technology is designed to provide training and experience in the principles of automotive diagnosis and repair. Areas of study include:

  • Automatic Transmission/Transaxle 

  • Manual Drive Train and Axles 

  • Steering and Suspension 

  • Brakes 

  • Electrical Systems and Electronics

  • Heating and Air Conditioning

  • Engine Performance 

Advanced students use cutting edge technology and equipment to diagnose problems with starting and charging systems, ignition and fuel systems, and computerized engine control systems.  This program combines in-depth theory with extensive hands-on training in our well-equipped National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation Certified auto lab.  Students will learn basic and advanced technical skills and essential worker traits to secure and retain employment in automotive and other related fields.

This program has articulation agreements with Lake Region State College and Central Maine Community College.

Automotive Technology I
This class is an option for students in grades 10 through 12. 

Automotive Technology II & III*
This class is an option for all students who have participated in and met Automotive Technology I proficiencies.

*Students will be enrolled with instructor permission in Cooperative Education / Work Based Learning.

Over the course of the two-year program students may earn:

Embedded Credit: Science (.5 credit per year)

Credentials: Air Conditioning Certification; Equipment & Engine Training Council Technician Certificate Program; Lift it Right Program; NATEF Automotive Service Excellence; National Career Readiness Certificate; Safety, Pollution & Prevention Training; Snap-on Electrical Multimeter Certification; Snap-on Scan Tool; State Inspection License; Valvoline Vehicle Maintenance Certification; Vermont General Service Technician

Dual Enrollment: Central Maine Community College - Electrical (2 credits); Engine Performance (2 credits); Brakes I (3 credits); Suspension and Alignment (3 credits)

Specialty Module
(One Period Elective)

Power Sports Equipment & Technology

A hands on introduction to the maintenance and repair of four-stroke engines and a variety of power sports equipment.  Students will develop the skills and confidence necessary for entry-level employment in dealerships and independent repair facilities and participate in the Harley Davidson Motorcycle Maintenance Program.

PERSONNEL:

Adam Vincelette
Instructor | Automotive Technology
avincelette@maplerun.org
(802) 527-5488

Dan Laroche
Lab Supervisor | Automotive Technology
dlaroche@maplerun.org
(802) 527-6518

MEDIA

A few folks gathered around a motorcycle

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