TIE833 AUTO TECHNOLOGY 1-2
(.5 credit per semester) This is a full year basic course that covers brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspensions and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air conditioning. Instruction includes classroom work, models, audio-visual aids, and hands-on work with various vehicle components. This class begins the NATEF General Service Technician Program and is a prerequisite for Auto Tech 3-4 & 5-6. Students must wear safety glasses when in the shop. Coveralls are also available. This class provides students with a basic knowledge of how an automobile works; essential automotive maintenance and repairs; and how to run and operate an automobile.  There is no shop fee for this class. TECH PREP Class

TIE843 AUTO TECHNOLOGY 3-4
(1.0 credit per semester) Prerequisite: Auto Technology 1-2 and/ or instructor permission. This full year advanced course covers brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspensions and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air conditioning. Instruction includes classroom work but the majority of time is hands-on work with various vehicles and automotive components. This class is a two period daily block which follows the NATEF General Service Technician Program. This is similar to the Tech Prep requirement.  Students must provide and wear acceptable protective clothing and safety glasses when in the shop. There is a $6.00 shop fee.  TECH PREP Class

TIE873 AUTO TECHNOLOGY 5-6
(1.0 credit per semester) Prerequisite: Auto Technology 3-4 and/ or instructor permission. This full year advanced course covers brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspensions and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air conditioning. This class follows the TIE 843 format and topics, but involves more in-depth ASE work. Instruction includes classroom work but the majority of time is hands-on work with various vehicles and automotive components.  Students will be assigned quarterly in-class projects for the classroom portion. This class is a two period daily block which follows the NATEF General Service Technician Program. Students will be required to complete a notebook which details their work and NATEF task accomplishments. Students must provide and wear acceptable protective clothing and safety glasses when in the shop.  There is a $6.00 shop fee. TECH PREP Class