Syllabus & Safety Form
AUTOMOTIVE I: Engines 2015-2016
Mr. Hunter Room V-20
Welcome to the shop. Over the course of the next semester you will join me as we go through an entire
engine part by part. So pay attention and work hard now. Someday you’ll know it was worth the effort.
The number one goal is safety in the automotive classes. To help ensure that every student receives quality
instruction in a safe and productive environment, the following syllabus must be read and signed by students
and parents. Please return the bottom of the second page to the teacher by September 6th.
Course Description: Credits .5; Semester
Auto I is recommended for students who like to work with their hands and want to explore automotive
opportunities. Students will learn about the design & operation of engines, and how a car works, and how to
identify & maintain key systems under the hood of a car.
Students will disassemble, inspect, re-assemble, and test run a small engine first and then students will
complete lab work on cars. Students will learn mechanical skills, problem solving, related communication, math
& science concepts, organization, and job skills in a practical environment.
Keys to Success:
Students are expected to develop and employ positive work habits including safety, organization, career
planning, communication, and hard work.
SAFETY FIRST: Learn & follow the safety rules. You will above all else be proficient in shop safety and
housekeeping of your area. Students will wear safety glasses when in the lab or anytime when work is being
performed in the classroom. Students will not use equipment or tools without proper training. Coveralls or other
protective clothes are to be used when required. No shorts or sandals or equivalent.
A JOB WELL DONE: Do your best and take pride in your work. You will develop good work habits; dependability,
promptness, the ability to work in a group or individually, professionalism, and quality work.
KNOW YOUR STUFF: You will be learning the names of engine parts, and how they work and how to check them
using the available information. Then you will learn skills on real cars. This can only happen with a lot of practice.
FIND YOUR FUTURE: You will explore career and education opportunities in vocational occupations.
HOLD YOUR PEACE: Pay attention in class and don’t talk when the teacher is.
ASK AND RECEIVE: Need extra help? Ask for an appointment to make up attendance. Tuesday after school is
reserved for this.
DO YOUR DUTY: Students will be responsible for the proper care of the shop area, tools, vehicles, & engines used
for learning as well as being considerate of others. Students will respect other students, school and student
property, and clean up after themselves.
BE THERE: Be at school. Be where you should be in the shop. The teacher should always know where you are.
Extra-curricular Options:
You are encouraged to participate in our SkillsUSA club to get the most out of your time here.
SkillsUSA can provide great opportunities through school functions, travel to competitions, and working on our
great club projects, such as a 1928 Ford. This club meets once a week. The Homecoming float is the first project.
TEACHER CONTACT INFORMATION
Rob Hunter: 751-3634
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 12:00pm -2:20pm
Email: hunterr@sd5.k12.mt.us
School website:
http://powerschool.sd5.k12.mt.us
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Automotive One Grading
Parents are encouraged to access student grade information on the web site. The website will be updated as soon
as lab work is completed. If lab work has not been completed please call or email for a current assessment of
progress. Quarter grading is based on a 100 point system incorporating lab sheets, lab projects, daily performance
evaluations, research projects, and tests. Semester tests will count for 20% of final grade and will include final
test and shop cleanup, and the small engine project, which is worth 400 points.
Scale: 90%-100% A
80%-89% B
70%-79% C
60%-69% D
59% or lower F
Weekly Performance & Quiz: 100 Points
Weekly Performance Points: 75-100 Points
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15 points per day on 5 day weeks
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Rating Scales based on 3 points each for:
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Time Management
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Relationships
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Quality of Work
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Following Directions
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Clean-up
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Safety is a part of every aspect of the Weekly Performance points.
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Absences will not count against grade if it is School Sponsored.
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Excused Absence Daily Points can be made up during lunch time with Instructor approval.
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Unexcused Absences including Skipping or Suspensions will result in Zero Daily Points.
Quiz: 25 Points incorporated into Weekly Performance Points when quizzes are given
Five Small Engine Job Sheets: 100 Points
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Students will fill out lab sheets to keep track of engine data and progress.
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Instructor progress signatures are worth 5% each.
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All blanks on lab sheets are worth 2.5% each
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Late Job Sheets will lose 10% a week
Eight Automotive Lab Sheets: 100 Points Each
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Students will fill out lab sheets to keep track of Automotive work & get instructor initials.
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Every student will bring a vehicle in to do an oil change on in either Quarter.
Briggs & Stratton Small Engine: 400 Points Two students will share an engine project, but are graded
individually.
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Both students are responsible for returning the engine in complete working order.
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Engine will be inspected for problems when it is checked out.
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Any lost parts will cost 10 points of the engine grade.
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Each incorrect engine repair will cost 10 points of the engine grade.
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Parts that are damaged in the learning process are covered by the lab fee.
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Using other student parts or willful misuse will cost up to 25% of the engine grade.
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The completed engine will run properly and all problems will be fixed.
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Final engine grade is worth 50% of Semester test grade & must be completed to receive a class grade.
Automotive Hands-on Tasks: When main course work is completed, students can work on a hands-on list.
Final Test: The final test grade is combined with the Small Engine project grade and is 20% of the class.
Redline Points: When students go above and beyond the normal expectations they may
receive redline points. These points are granted by the teacher
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Student Responsibility:
Attendance: This is a hands-on class. Safety and other instructions will be given on a daily basis at the beginning
of class. Be here or make arrangements with the teacher if you must be gone to make up the work.
Safety glasses, shoes, pants, and coveralls: Safety glasses, pants, and closed toe shoes must be worn in the
shop. No Sandals, slippers, shorts, or skirts. Coveralls must be worn during some labs such as oil changes.
$15 Lab Fee: Students will provide a $15 lab fee to be paid at the main office by the end of the second week. Lab
fee is waived if you receive free or reduced lunch: Parent Initials: ___
Craftsman tool set: Student will share a tool box with one other student & 50/50 responsibility.
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Both students are responsible for returning all the tools in working order.
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Students will check & inventory tools when they are checked out & after use.
Lock & Locker: Student will store the engine & tools in the locker checked out to them & one other student. Each
student must know the combination & use the locker.
Vehicle Repairs: All students will complete an oil change and basic maintenance tasks. Students must have
instructor permission & supervision to bring vehicles in the shop. The vehicle must have a repair order signed by
the legal adult owner. All shop work must be approved by the teacher before, during, and after the process.
Student Workbook: Students are provided with a workbook that must be stored in the engine locker. The
workbook includes lab sheets that students must fill out and get teacher’s initials for completion during class. Late
assignments will lose up to 20% and become a zero at the end of the grading session.
Safety: As part of this class students are exposed to vehicle exhaust, cleaning chemicals, electricity & batteries,
running engines, lifting equipment, power equipment, and other shop tools providing that each student has
permission from his/her parent or guardian and has completed and passed the corresponding tests & instruction.
Behavior: Students are expected to behave in a way that promotes safety and learning for all students at all times.
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This syllabus, the student handbook regulations, & specific safety requirements related to automotive shop classes,
are to be followed. Students are required to achieve 100% on safety tests and continually behave in a manner that
is conducive to safety and respect. Students and Parents, please read all the information and sign this page
and return this page to the instructor by the end of the first full week of the semester. Thank You.
Student Printed Name: _________________________________________________
I agree to follow all safety procedures, complete all safety instruction & tests and behave in a safe, orderly, and
respectful manner.
Student Signature: _____________________________________________Date: ___________________
Parent(s) Printed Name: ________________________________________________
I agree to allow my student to use the equipment, power tools, hand tools and shop to learn engine and vehicle
repair on both school owned and privately owned vehicles & equipment.
Parent/Guardian Signature: _______________________________________Date: __________________
Parent Contact number: ____________________________ Parent email: _________________________
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