AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
BOOK AND TOOL LIST
Fall 2015/Spring 2016
DO NOT PURCHASE TOOLS UNTIL AFTER THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS.
BOOKS:
Automotive Technology 5/E Textbook +My Automotive Lab Access +
NATEF Correlated job sheets 5/E+
ASE Test Preparation Guide A1-A8, L1, G1
James D. Halderman
5th Edtion 2015 by Prentice Hall
ISBN # 9780134209241
Ford Motor Company Web Based Training (fee included in course fee for Auto 110,This fee covers 1st & 2nd
semester access only to the Ford website.)
Ford classroom PDF’s for the following courses: Electrical, Brakes, Steering and Suspension
(the only cost for this book is for printing and a binder, you will be provided a PDF file containing the information)
APPROXIMATE TOTAL COST FOR AUTOMOTIVE COURSE BOOKS: $290.00
SUPPLIES:
Uniform colors Auto 110: Fall 2015 Grey, Auto 110: Spring 2016 Black)
Hand-held electronic calculator
Miscellaneous supplies (3-ring binder, notebook paper, pens, pencils, Hi-Liter)
Three pair of coveralls with CWI logos and students name (OPTIONAL)
Five pairs of work pants Five work shirts with CWI logo and students name.
Mechanics Jacket with CWI logos and student name
Leather mechanics belt (non scratch style)
Leather work shoes
Computer jump drive 4 G
Drug Test
$40.00 (Aprox)
APPROXIMATE TOTAL COST FOR SUPPLIES:
$650.00
SECOND YEAR ADDITIONAL COSTS: (APROX COSTS)
Graduation fees approx.
40.00
Drug test
approx.
30.00
Driving record fee approx.
20.00
NOTE:
APPROXIMATE TOTAL COST OF BOOKS, SUPPLIES AND TOOLS,
ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
NOTE: THIS COURSE REQUIRES EXTENSIVE COMPUTER USE. STUDENTS
WILL NEED TO HAVE ACCESS TO COMPUTERS FOR, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
YOUTUBE RESEARCH, MITCHELL ONDEMAND, ALL DATA, IDENTIFIX, AND
OTHER AUTOMOTIVE SITES. STUDENTS WILL ALSO NEED ACCESS TO
SEARCH ENGINES FOR REASONS OF RESEARCH, SPECIFICATIONS, HOWTO-DO’S.
FULL ACCESS TO COMPUTERS AND THE INTERNET ARE INDUSTRY
STANDARDS AND VITAL FOR EVERY DAY EMPLOYMENT.
FIRST-SEMESTER TOOLS:
DO NOT PURCHASE TOOLS UNTIL AFTER THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS.
1. Aprox cost for tools throughout the program $6,000.00 (tax not included)
2. Tool vendor prices vary as do the quality of tools. Prices subject to change without notice.
3. It is the students responsibility to price shop each vendor, ask questions, shop wisely, verify quality & warranty
Tools need to be purchased within the first 4 weeks of the semester.
Safety
Safety Glasses
Hearing Protection
Mechanics Gloves
Air Tools
Tire Inflator w/ Digital Gauge
Blow Gun
1/2" Drive Impact gun (Professional Grade)
Battery Operated
High-output Flashlight (Stream Light- Stinger Rechargeable recommended or equal)
Torque Wrenches
1/2" Drive Clicker type (for wheel lug nuts and other uses)
Digital 1/2” Drive (recommended w/Torque Angle – for engine work, wheel lug nuts and other uses) OPTIONAL
Student Minimum requirement is the Clicker Type, Industry recommended is the Digital with Torque Angle
Note: Students are required to have 1 of each, 3/8” Drive and 1/2" Drive Torque Wrench
Students who do not have at least 1 torque wrench with torque angle will be required to
Purchase a Torque Angle Gauge (See 2nd Semester Tool list prior to purchase)
Engine & Cooling System
Coolant Hydrometer
Stethoscope
Compression Tester, screw in type
Electrical Tools
Battery Service Tool Kit (4-7 piece)
Digital Volt Ohm Meter Fluke 115
Power Probe Kit 3
Code Reader
Wire Striping Tool
Wire Crimping Tool
Test Light (see the electrical instructor prior to purchase)
Brakes, Front-End, Suspension
Digital Vernier Caliper
Battery Operated Brake Fluid Tester (Titan or equal to)
3 Piece Lugnut Flip Socket set w/ extension
Metric Wrenches
6mm-24mm Box/Open End Type
Metric Sockets
3/8" Drive 8mm-19mm Shallow Chrome 6 Point
3/8" Drive 8mm-19mm Deep Chrome 6 Point
SAE Sockets
3/8" Drive SAE Allen standard 1/8 – 3/8
3/8" Drive SAE Torx Set standard
Ratchets
3/8" Drive Flex Head Ratchet
1/2" Drive Flex Head Ratchet Extra long (24+)
Wobbles (universal)
3/8" Drive IMPACT Wobble
1/2" Drive IMPACT Wobble
Extensions
3/8" Drive IMPACT Locking Set (3-6 piece)
1/2" Drive IMPACT Locking Set (3-6 piece)
Hammers
32oz Dead Blow Ball peen
16oz -18oz Dead Blow
Screw Drivers & Pry Bars
Professional Grade Screw Driver Set 8-12 piece
Professional Grade Pry Bar Set 3-5 Piece Set
Tune-Up
Spark Plug Set IMPACT Wobble Style
Spark Plug Set Non Wobble
Spark Plug Gap Gauge
25 Blade Feeler Gauge .0015"- .035"
Fuel Line & A/C Line Lock Removal Tool Set
Tooth Brush
Electro Brush Kit
Pliers
Hose Pinch Off Pliers- 1 Small, 1 Med, 1 Large
Pliers, Needle (long) Nose w/ cutter 8"
Cutters, Diagonal 7"
Pliers, Groove Joint 12"
Pliers, Slip Joint 7" (standard)
Pliers, Mobea Heater Hose Clamp 9"
Universal or Ratcheting hose clamp tool
Misc
Tape Measure
Pick & Awl Set
Razor Knife
Gasket Scraper Set
Chisel & Punch Set
12" Hacksaw w/ 3 Blades
12" Mill Bastard File w/ Handle
Set, Radiator Hose Pick, Set 6 piece
Heavy Duty Wire Brush
Professional Grade Fender Cover
Wire Brush Set (aprox the size of tooth brushes)
Bolt & Diameter Gauge Set with Thread Pitch (Thexton or equal to)
Extension magnet
Oil Filter Socket Set (10-17 piece set)
Oil Filter Socket Set (5 piece set) Leslie PN# 13300 or equal
Oil Filter Wrench (2 most popular sizes)
Tread Depth Gauge
Serpentine Belt Removal & Installation Kit (GEAR or equal to)
Extension Inspection Mirror
Hood Prop
Heat Gloves
Tool Box/ Cabinets (Matco 4225, Snap-on KRA2411, Cornwell CTB58B) , Idaho Tool PRB5413, or Equal to
The above mentioned tool boxes are the recommended size toolbox per student. Please meet with
Your instructor if a concern arises on toolbox size prior to purchase.
SECOND-SEMESTER TOOLS:
Tools need to be purchased prior to the first day of class.
Torque Wrenches
Digital 3/8” Drive (recommended w/Torque Angle – for engine work and other uses)
Note: Students are required to have 1 of each, 3/8” Drive and 1/2” Drive Torque Wrench
Students who do not have at least 1 torque wrench with torque angle will be required to
Purchase a Torque Angle Gauge
Brakes, Front-End, Suspension
10 Piece Brake tool set
Front Brake Caliper Retracting Tool
Rear Caliper Retracting Tool
Dial Indicator Kit (vise grip base type)
Metric Wrenches
Tubing Wrench Set 10mm – 19mm
Metric Sockets
1/2" Drive IMPACT 10mm – 24mm Deep 6 Point
1/2" Drive IMPACT Axle Nut Set
3/8" Drive 8mm-19mm Shallow Chrome 12 Point
3/8" Drive Metric Allen Set standard 4-14
SAE Sockets
1/2" Drive IMPACT 7/16” – 1 1/8” Deep
Hammers
16oz Dead Blow Ball peen
40oz-50oz Dead Blow
2 – 3 lb Brass Hammer
Engine & Cooling System
Vacuum Pump w/ Bleeder
Cylinder Leak down Gauge
Misc
Cam Shaft Holding Tool
Band Wrench
Chain Wrench 24"
Set, Pliers, Long Reach, Compound Joint, 3 Piece Set
Set, Locking Pliers 4 Piece Set (vise grip)
Water Pump Fan Clutch Holding Set
Wobbles
1/4" Drive IMPACT Wobble
Extensions
3/8" Drive Diamond Set (slight wobble)
THIRD-SEMESTER TOOLS:
Tools need to purchased prior to the first day of class.
Torque Wrenches
Digital 1/2” Drive (recommended w/Torque Angle – for engine work and other uses) OPTIONAL
Note: Students are required to have 1 of each, 3/8” Drive and 1/2” Drive Torque Wrench
Students who do not have at least 1 torque wrench with torque angle will be required to
Purchase a Torque Angle Gauge
SAE Wrenches
1/4" – 1 5/16” Box/Open End Type (optional will use on older vehicles)
Tubing Wrench Set 1/4" to 13/16” (optional will use on older vehicles)
Metric Sockets
3/8" DriveTorx Plus T8-T55
Inverted Torx Socket Set E4 – E18
SAE Sockets
3/8" Drive 5/16” – 7/8” Shallow Chrome 6 Point (optional will use on older vehicles)
3/8" Drive 5/16” – 7/8” Deep Chrome 6 Point (optional will use on older vehicles)
Ratchets
3/8" Drive Flex Head Ratchet Short/Stubby
1/2" Drive Extra Long Breaker Bar (optional )
1/2" Drive Standard Ratchet
Engine & Cooling System
Infrared Temperature Gun
Thermometer
Spark Tester
Long Spark Tester Kit (color of kit is orange or equal)
Misc
Master Fuel Pressure Tester Kit
Universal Noid Light
Short Handle Wide Mouth 6" Adjustable Wrench (crescent)
Short Handle Wide Mouth 8" Adjustable Wrench (crescent)
Brass Drift
Snap Ring Pliers Set (6-12 piece set)
Standard Lock Ring Pliers
Body Clip Pliers
Size Up Adaptors
1/4" to 3/8" Drive IMPACT Adaptor
3/8" to 1/2" Drive IMPACT Adaptor
Size Down Adaptors
3/8" to 1/4" Drive IMPACT Adaptor
1/2" to 3/8" Drive IMPACT Adaptor