Automotive Technology
Statewide Program of Study
The Automotive program of study teaches CTE learners how to repair and refinish automobiles and service various types of vehicles. CTE learners may learn to collect payment for services or supplies and perform typical vehicle maintenance procedures such as lubrication, oil changes, installation of antifreeze, or replacement of accessories like wiper blades or tires.
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Automotive Technology
This cluster focuses on careers in planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail, and water.
Pathway Courses
Below are the classes that are taken in this pathway.
Having an asterisk * by the course name represents it being an advanced course.
Level 1
Principles of Transportation Systems
Level 2
Automotive Basics
Level 3
Automotive Technology I: Maintenance/Light Repair*
Level 4
Automotive Technology II/Lab*
Expanded Learning Opportunities
Learning beyond the walls of the classroom is extremely important to making sure you are college and career ready. See what we offer for this pathway.
Exploration Activities
Join SkillsUSA or the Automotive Service Association
Work-Based Learning Activities
Work at a local automotive repair or body shop
Industry-Based Certifications
ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Level 2
ASE Brakes Level 3
ASE Light Repair Level 4
Postsecondary Opportunities
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Aligned Occupations
Below are potential careers that are aligned with this pathway. Review their salaries and job trends.
Automotive Body and Related Repairers
$40,144
Median Wage
1,456
Annual Openings
25%
Growth
Automotive Service Technician and Mechanics
$38,459
Median Wage
5,557
Annual Openings
18%
Growth