
Automotive Service Pathway at Falcon High School - Learn, Work, Lead
This pathway at Falcon High School offers courses in automotive service and repair, providing students with essential skills and knowledge to pursue a career in the automotive industry. From Introduction to Automotive Service to Maintenance and Light Repair, students gain hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge essential for becoming ASE-Certified MLR Technicians. Prepare for a successful future in automotive service with Falcon High School's dedicated program.
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Automotive Service Pathway At Falcon High School Dr. Darryl Bonds Brian Smith The Best Choice to Learn, Work and Lead
Automotive Course Sequence The Best Choice to Learn, Work and Lead
Introduction to Automotive Service (A/B) This course is designed to give the first-year student a basic understanding and introduction to the occupation of Automotive Service and Repair. This will include studies in the following areas: orientation to automotive related industries; career opportunities in the field; orientation to an automotive shop environment; shop and environmental safety; identifying and using tools related to the industry; hazardous materials and waste management; communications and public relations as it relates to the industry; use of manuals and computers in all areas of the industry; use of precision measuring tools and automotive math; theory, presentation and evaluation of performance tasks in the areas of automobile repair. The Best Choice to Learn, Work and Lead
Maintenance and Light Repair I (A/B) Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) explores automotive industry standards and terminology, career opportunities and classifications, shop operations and safety, tool identification and usage, diagnostic equipment identification and usage, automotive systems tires and wheels, hydraulic braking systems, cooling systems, lubrication systems, and preventative maintenance. Also included is basic operation of automotive braking systems, operation, diagnosis and basic repair of disc, drum, and basic hydraulic braking systems. The basics of electrical systems, electronic systems, batteries, starting systems, charging systems, lighting systems, electrical instruments and accessories, and ignition systems will also be studied. This course focuses on the diagnosis and service of suspensions and steering systems and their components. Students who successfully complete all MLR courses will have the knowledge needed to pass the ASE certification exam for MLR. Students who pass the exam and meet the work-based requirement will be eligible and encouraged to enter the workforce as an ASE-Certified MLR Technician. The Best Choice to Learn, Work and Lead
Maintenance and Light Repair II (A/B) MLR II is the second course in the Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair program of study and covers important skills and knowledge on becoming a professional service technician. The Maintenance and Light Repair II (MLR II) course prepares students for entry into Maintenance and Light Repair III. Students study automotive general electrical systems, starting and charging systems, batteries, lighting, and electrical accessories. Students who successfully complete all MLR courses will have the knowledge needed to pass the ASE certification exam for MLR. Students who pass the exam and meet the work-based requirement will be eligible and encouraged to enter the workforce as an ASE-Certified MLR Technician. The Best Choice to Learn, Work and Lead
Maintenance and Light Repair III (A/B) The Maintenance and Light Repair III (MLR III) course prepares students for entry into Maintenance and Light Repair IV. Students study and service suspension and steering systems and brake systems. Students who successfully complete all MLR courses will have the knowledge needed to pass the ASE certification exam for MLR. Students who pass the exam and meet the work-based requirement will be eligible and encouraged to enter the workforce as an ASE-Certified MLR Technician. The Best Choice to Learn, Work and Lead
AST Comprehensive /CE (1/2) Automotive Service Technician (AST) Comprehensive/CE course prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles at an INTERMEDIATE level (a student must successfully complete MLR Comprehensive to enroll in this program). Includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air conditioning systems. This program aligns to NATEF standards and is equivalent to 840 hours. Students completing this program will be prepared for Master Automotive Service Technician (MAST) coursework. Students who successfully complete all AST courses will have the knowledge needed to pass the ASE certification exams. Students who pass the exams and meet the work-based requirement will be eligible and encouraged to enter the workforce as an ASE-Certified Technician. This course delivers competencies that are in alignment to a local Community College Automotive Program. Postsecondary courses included in this course are as follows: (listed by program) The Best Choice to Learn, Work and Lead
Capstone: Transportation Pathway This course allows for advanced work in any Transportation Program of Study. This advanced work can be individualized to the specific program of study to allow for specialized study for the student. It may include project-based learning or preparation for end of program industry certification. Specific content and course design will be determined by the instructor in collaboration with the individual student. The Best Choice to Learn, Work and Lead
WBL Apprenticeship An employer-driven model and form of experiential learning that combines on-the-job learning as a paid employee with related classroom instruction in order to increase an apprentice s skill level and wages. Includes: pre- apprenticeship, youth apprenticeship, registered apprenticeship within a given pathway. The Best Choice to Learn, Work and Lead
WBL: Transportation Pathway This course is designed to prepare students to enter the workforce through on-the-job training in the form of a work-based learning experience and may be combined with class instruction. Students will build on prior knowledge and skills in the program of study aligned to their career and academic plan to further develop and apply employability and technical skills that prepare them for success in future career and postsecondary education. Students will have the opportunity to develop skills in supervised practical experience on the job or in a classroom based job environment. A personalized learning plan is a requirement of this course. The Best Choice to Learn, Work and Lead