Charlotte Technical College

Please see the Basic Skills Requirement table by clicking here and find your program.

If required, take the Basic Skills Test at our Testing Center. Call 941-255-7500 Ext. 1745 to schedule to take the test.

• Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

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Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

1. Proficiently explain and apply required shop and personal safety tasks relating to the automotive industry.
2. Explain and apply required tasks associated with the proper use and handling of tools and equipment relating to the automotive industry.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in preparing vehicle for routine pre/post maintenance and customer services. 
4. Explain and apply proficiently the diagnosis, service and repair of drum\disc brake, hydraulics, power assist units, electronic brakes, traction control, stability control systems and miscellaneous (wheel bearings, parking brake, electrical, etc.) systems.
5. Explain and apply proficiently the diagnosis, service and repair of front and rear suspensions systems, wheel alignment, and wheels and tires.
6. Explain and apply proficiently the diagnosis, service and repair of electrical/electronic system components, battery, starting, charging, lighting, gauges, warning devices, driver information, horn, wiper/washer and accessory systems.

• Explain and apply proficiently the diagnosis, service and repair of engines, cylinder heads, valve train, engine block, lubrication and cooling systems.

Master Automotive Service Technology I does not have prerequisites.