Facilities: Auto Shop

Introduction

The auto shop is part of the tech building which shares a classroom with the woodshop. Built in 2004 and also opened in November of that year. The auto shop is approximately 1500 square feet complete with a roll up door as well and also has a hoist which can safely a vehicle up for ease of service from below.

In the auto course of study we look at the various parts of the automobile. As introduction we look at the various fluids of the vehicle and their purpose. We have had the opportunity to do oil changes on vehicles as well as brakes and lubrication. Surplus engines are taken apart to identify various parts.

The goal of the auto course is to educate the students as operators of vehicles for proper maintenance and identify component failure, and to be able to converse with the mechanic about the repairs required for a vehicle. Again it is an opportunity for students to recognize a gift and desire to work in the auto mechanic field. Working together with a co-op program to prepare them to work in this trade area.