This co-op experience is paid on-the-job training. It prepares the student to acquire hands-on job skills and work habits in conjunction with the student’s employment site. The student will work at a sponsoring repair shop or dealership approximately three days a week (or to be arranged with instructor’s approval) performing a variety of automotive repairs. […]

This co-op experience is paid on-the-job training. It prepares the student to acquire hands-on job skills and work habits in conjunction with the student’s employment site. The student will work at a sponsoring repair shop or dealership approximately three days a week (or to be arranged with instructor’s approval) performing a variety of automotive repairs. […]

Structured lab time to work on auto repair projects in which students have completed coursework and want to expand their knowledge and skills in specific areas previously not covered. May be used as an internal co-op.

This course will provide training in MIG welding, exhaust pipe bending and oxyacetylene cutting procedures. This class is designed to prepare the students to pass the ASE XI Specialist Test: Exhaust Systems.

This course will introduce students to hybrid technology through a combination of classroom and lab experiences. Topics include safety procedures when working on the high voltage systems, understanding the various warning lights, understanding normal operation and diagnosis of the various high voltage systems. Lab will include hands-on activities on a hybrid vehicle.

This course is designed to provide an in-depth study of the compact diesel fuel and emission systems. This will include the study of diesel fuel, diesel fuel supply systems, high pressure mechanical and electronic fuel injection systems, computerized engine controls, exhaust gas recirculation valves, exhaust emissions, and soot particle reduction. Shop time will include using […]

This course is a study of detailing, refinishing equipment, VOC regulations, surface preparation, and masking. The class includes classroom discussion and hands-on activities in the shop to develop the skills necessary to refinish cars. This course prepares the student with job skills for entry into the workforce and the knowledge to successfully complete the Michigan […]

This course is a study of color theory, color application, tinting, blending, refinishing of plastics, and the application of basecoat/clearcoat and tri-coat paint systems. The class includes classroom discussion and hands-on activities in the shop to develop the skills necessary to refinish cars. This course prepares the student with job skills for entry into the […]

This course introduces students to planning the equipment requirements of a collision repair shop. Topics include compressed air systems, vehicle lifts, and other capital equipment investments needed to efficiently operate a successful collision repair shop. The class includes classroom discussion and hands-on activities to develop the skills necessary to successfully layout a body shop operation.

Students will investigate the nature of science and critically analyze scientific data. Basic biological concepts including cancer, biostatistics, organic molecules and nutrition, biotechnology, nutrient cycles, and evolution are presented in the context of current issues. This course includes a discussion component which involves reading, critically evaluating, and discussing scientific papers: thus strong college reading and […]