Below you will find the classes in Automotive Technology that are offered at District 11 High School
Automotive Technology classes offered at
Doherty High School
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 1 First Semester or Second Semester
Course Length: 1 Semester Grade: 10, 11, 12
Credit per Semester: 1.0 Prerequisite: None
(Practical Arts or Elective) Fee: Lab Fee
This course includes introductory level technical instruction pertaining to most systems of the modern automobile. It is
primarily designed to provide basic skills and knowledge to the potential vehicle operator. The "how’s and when’s" to
maintain vehicles, along with consumer information, are instructional areas of emphasis. This course is highly
recommended for ALL students intending to drive and is the prerequisite for sophomores who desire to become
vocational technology automotive technicians.
VOCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY--AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN Full Year
Course Length: 2 Semesters Grade: 11, 12
Credit per Semester: 2.0 or 3.0 Prerequisite: Teacher approval;
Program Length: 2 Years Industrial Arts/Auto 1,2
(Practical Arts or Elective) (A vocational certificate may
be obtained in Vocational Auto
Mechanics)
Fee: Lab Fee
This course is designed for those students who have demonstrated an interest in the automotive industry and related
occupations. It is two (2) years in duration and utilizes competency-based instruction in twelve (12) major areas. Students
will receive training at the pre-apprentice level and will have developed a foundation for entry-level employment or
further schooling/training. Hands-on-training will be emphasized through mock-ups, training simulators, and actual
vehicles to enhance skills and aptitudes.
Automotive Technology classes offered at
Mitchell High School
Course Name: Automotive Tech 1
Prerequisite: None
Course Description: This course includes introductory level technical instruction pertaining to most systems of the modern automobile. It is
primarily designed to provide basic skills and knowledge to the potential vehicle operator. The "how's and when's" to maintain vehicles, along with
consumer information, are instructional areas of emphasis. This course is highly recommended for all students intending to drive and is the
prerequisite for sophomores who desire to become vocational Tech automotive technicians.
Course Length: 2 semesters
Period Length: 1
Grade Level: 9-12 grade(s)
Credit Per Semester: 1.0 (Practical Arts or Elective)
Course Name: Automotive Tech 1
Course Name: Voc Tech Auto Tech1
Prerequisite: Instructor approval; Industrial Tech/Auto 1, 2
Course Description: This course is designed for those students who have demonstrated an interest in the automotive industry and
related occupations. It is two years in length and utilizes competency-based instruction in twelve areas. Students will receive training at
the pre-apprentice level and will have the foundation for entry-level employment or further schooling/training. Hands-on training will
be emphasized through mock-ups, training simulators, and actual vehicles to enhance skills and aptitudes. (12/94)
Course Length: 2 semesters
Period Length: 1
Grade Level: 9-12 grade(s)
Credit Per Semester: 2.0 or 3.0 (Practical Arts or Elective)
Course Name: Voc Tech Auto Tech2
Prerequisite: Instructor approval; Industrial Tech/Auto 1, 2
Course Description: This course is designed for those students who have demonstrated an interest in the automotive industry and
related occupations. It is two years in length and utilizes competency-based instruction in twelve areas. Students will receive training at
the pre-apprentice level and will have the foundation for entry-level employment or further schooling/training. Hands-on training will
be emphasized through mock-ups, training simulators, and actual vehicles to enhance skills and aptitudes. (12/94)
Course Length: 2 semesters
Period Length: 1
Grade Level: 9-12 grade(s)
Credit Per Semester: 2.0 or 3.0 (Practical Arts or Elective)
Automotive Technology classes offered at
Wasson High School
AUTO BODY TECH 1
Course Length: 1 semester
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
Credit per Semester: 1.0 (Practical Arts or Elective)
Prerequisite: None
This course is the entry course into Auto Body Repair and related automotive detailing. Students will have the opportunity to
explore a variety of technical approaches to repairs, such as metal work, refinishing, window tinting, and glass installation. Students
will be actively involved in hands-on solutions to auto body related problems and will be responsible to understand the theory
associated with these applications.