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Automotive Courses

  • Auto I (Grade 10) is an introductory course designed to help students build foundational knowledge of automobiles while exploring a potential career in auto repair. Students will learn basic vehicle maintenance and general repair skills to better understand and care for their own cars. Those who demonstrate strong effort and interest may advance to Auto II and Auto III, though space is limited and selection is competitive. Students must earn an 80% or higher to be eligible for advancement.

  • Auto IIA: Brakes, Steering, and Suspension Systems (Grade 11) is an advanced course for students who earned an 80% or higher in Auto I and remain in good standing within the program. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning (about 70% shop time), students study the operation, fundamentals, and diagnostics of modern chassis systems, including brakes, steering, and suspension. The course also introduces basic electrical diagnostics using advanced scan tools and PICO software, along with newer technologies such as ABS, traction, and stability control. Students gain industry-relevant experience and certification on professional equipment, including alignment, tire balancing, and tire service systems.

  • Automotive Technology IIB: Electrical Systems and Engine Performance (Grade 11) is an advanced course requiring students to complete Auto I and Auto IIA with an 80% or higher and remain in good standing within the program. This rigorous course focuses on automotive electrical systems, including the operation, fundamentals, and diagnostics of modern electronics, with a stronger emphasis on classroom theory. Students also learn engine performance diagnostics and repair using advanced scan tools and tuning software. Topics include CAN systems, hybrid vehicles, and an introduction to electric vehicles. Students must earn an 80% or higher and receive instructor approval to advance to Auto III.

  • Auto III Capstone is a year-long, 6-credit program and the final course in the Automotive Technology pathway, designed for students pursuing a career in the automotive service industry. Students must complete Auto I, Auto IIA, and Auto IIB with an 80% or higher to enroll. The program combines in-depth classroom instruction, hands-on shop experience, and real-world industry training. To successfully complete the course, students must pass the Idaho Technical Skills Assessment and final exam (70% or higher) and complete an approved internship. Graduates leave prepared for entry-level positions or further training at a technical school.