J. Everett Light Career Center

High School & Secondary Programs

1901 East 86th Street, Indianapolis, In 46240 phone: (317)259-5265 fax: (317)259-5298

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Automotive Service Technology

The Automotive Service Technology Program is certified by the National Automotive Technical Education Foundation (NATEF). Instructors are Certified Master Technicians (ASE). Classroom and Lab activities include instruction in the basics of modern automotive construction and operation, service, and maintenance. Unit information and practical hands-on experience start at beginner skill levels and progress to entry-level employment.

The first units include the necessary basics of shop safety, tool usage, parts identification and the principles of component operation. Subsequent units progress to more involved assignments and ‘hands-on” experience in: starters and alternators, wheel alignment, brakes, engines, automatic and manual transmissions, engine diagnostics, and heating and air conditioning.

Get Dual Credit from:

ivy tech

Universal Tech

Ferris State University

University of Northwestern Ohio

Parkland College

Lincoln Tech

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A Sample of First Year Activities/Topics

  • Instruction in hands-on repair for: The basics of engine overhaul and engine tuneup. Brake system fundamentals.
  • Principles of vehicle alignment and suspension.
  • Automotive electrical and computer systems.

    • A Sample of Second Year Activities/ Topics

  • Diagnosis and repair of Air-conditioning and heating systems and Transmission and transaxle repair (Automatic and Manual).
  • Trouble shooting techniques for Electrical and computer systems, Airconditioning repair and/or conversion, and Advanced engine repair and/or replaceme

Dana Wilcox

Instructor

phone 259-5265 ext. 44071

Kyle Spencer

Instructor

phone 259-5265 ext. 44101

More About the Program

  • One or two year program, two or three hours per day
  • Prerequisite: none
  • Related College or Technical School Majors: Automotive Service Technician, Auto Service Management
  • Supply cost to student: Work uniform, protective shoes, safety glasses. Tools are provided, however, students are encouraged to consider starting to purchase tools for their own use. Cost for all supplies is approximately $45.

    Employment opportunities for Vocational Program include:

  • Entry level service technician
  • Automotive parts specialist
  • Service Writer trainee

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