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Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair
The Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair course equips students with essential skills and knowledge needed in the dynamic automotive repair field.
Hands-on exercises cover engine repair, bolt and nut identification, measuring techniques, service literature interpretation, transmission fundamentals, suspension and steering systems, brake maintenance, electrical/electronic systems and engine performance.
An engaging and practical approach includes demonstrations, certifications and real-world exercises, ensuring students gain the confidence and proficiency required for success in the automotive industry. Students can earn up to four industry-recognized certifications.
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Automotive Maintenance Courses
Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair
- Course ID: AUT-3137A7
- Overview
- Course Outline
- Requirements
- Intended Audience
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Course Objectives
This class will cover the basics in the following ASE training areas: engine repair, automatic transmission/transaxle, manual drive train and axles, suspension and steering, brakes, electrical/electronic systems, heating and air conditioning, and engine performance.
Outline of Instruction
Engine Repair (Introduction to Automotive Industry, Hand Tool Identification (NC3), Shop Safety and Vehicle Lifting, Vehicle Inspection Demo and Practice, Lubricants Presentation, Oil Change Demonstration and Practice, Engine Tear Down and Parts ID (Demo Engine), and Drive Belt Replacement Exercise)
Bolt and Nut ID, Measuring and Service Literature (Bolt and Nut ID Presentation and Exercise, Torque Wrench Demonstration and Practice, Basics of Measuring Presentation and Exercise, ShopKey Pro Service and Repair Level 1 (NC3), and Repair Order Basics Presentation and Exercise)
Transmissions (Transmission Basics Presentation, Fluid Level and Condition Checking Presentation and Exercise, Driveline Presentation and ID Exercise, and Driveshaft/U-Joint/CV Axle Inspection Demonstration and Removal Exercise)
Suspension and Steering (Tire ID and Inspection Presentation and Exercise, Tire Dismount/Mount and Balance Presentation and Exercises, Resetting Tire Pressure Monitoring Exercise, Steering and Suspension Systems Presentation and ID Exercise, and Alignment Demonstration)
Brakes (Braking Basics Presentation, Brake Parts ID Exercise, Brake Fluid Testing Demonstration, Brake Pad and Rotor Measurements Demonstration and Exercise, Brake Pad and Rotor Removal and Replacement Exercise, and Electronic Parking Brake Resetting)
Electrical/Electronic Systems (Battery/Starting/Charging System Design Presentation, Battery Testing and Removal Exercise, Starting/Charging System Testing Demonstration and Certification (NC3), Multimeter Usage and 525F Multimeter Certification (NC3), and Relay and Circuit Testing Practice)
Engine Performance (Fuel System Basics Presentation, Fuel Filter Removal and Replacement Exercise, Air Delivery Basics Presentation, Air Filter Removal and Replacement Exercise, Ignition System Basics Presentation, and Spark Plug Removal and Replacement Exercise)
Contact Hours
96
CEUs
Yes
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) & National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Website
https://www.ase.com
https://www.nc3.net
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
None
Learning Supplies Needed
None
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
None
Requirements for Successful Completion
90% attendance
If a student has extenuating circumstances causing absences of greater than 10% of the class time, the student must make arrangements with the instructor to provide evidence of keeping up with the class material and making up the work, exercises and projects missed or demonstrate competency in the course objectives. Students with irregular attendance, less than 90% attendance, or unable to demonstrate competency will receive a grade of NG (no grade).,Lab exercises, when applicable, are due on the date assigned by the instructor. Late assignments may be accepted only at the instructor's discretion.
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
Students interested in Automotive Repair
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
Auto Servicing and Repair
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
Automotive Maintenance Technicians
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
Entry-Level: Automotive Maintenance Technician
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Auto Body Estimating - Project-Based Class
- Course ID: AUT-3109F7
- Overview
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Course Objectives
Analyze vehicle collision damage and identify appropriate repair procedures
Recognize major vehicle systems, construction methods and materials involved in collision repair
Identify and properly use tools, equipment and materials utilized in auto body repair and refinishing operations
Explain body repair materials, refinishing methods and restoration techniques used in the automotive repair industry
Apply industry estimating procedures, including labor operations, estimating manuals, parts identification and repair documentation
Prepare and interpret professional collision damage reports and repair estimates
Demonstrate the technical knowledge, workplace skills and professional behaviors necessary for employment in collision repair, restoration and automotive estimating fields
Outline of Instruction
Introduction to Collision Repair and Auto Body Estimating
Overview of the collision repair industry
Role and responsibilities of an autobody estimator Relationship between estimators, technicians, insurance representatives, and customers
Overview of the collision repair process, and career opportunities in automotive estimating and repair
Vehicle Construction and Collision Damage Analysis
Major vehicle systems and components; vehicle body construction and materials; structural and cosmetic damage identification; direct and indirect collision damage; vehicle inspection procedures; repair versus replacement considerations
Paint and Body Shop Safety
General shop safety procedures, personal protective equipment (PPE), basic first aid practices, hazardous materials handling, environmental and industry safety regulations, safe operation of repair and refinishing
Collision Estimating Procedures
Collision estimating terminology, estimating manuals and industry resources, flat-rate labor guides, estimated repair times, labor operation selection, parts identification and pricing, paint and material calculations
Fasteners, Components and Replacement Procedures
Types of automotive fasteners; clips, moldings and attachment systems; replacement component identification; parts documentation; incorporating replacement components into repair estimates
Damage Reports and Repair Documentation
Preparing collision damage reports, documenting repair recommendations, interpreting estimates, reviewing estimate accuracy, customer and insurance communication fundamentals, supplemental estimate considerations
Practical Estimating Applications
Vehicle damage assessment exercises, repair planning activities, estimate preparation exercises, labor and material calculations, final damage report and estimating project
Contact Hours
48
CEUs
No
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR)
Website
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
N/A
Learning Supplies Needed
Students are responsible for basic hand tools to support the vehicle project the student is working on: Body pack hammer, body dolly, DA sander, angle die grinder with grinder disk, air blowgun, 1/4" drive socket set (standard and/or metric), 3/8" drive socket set (standard and/or metric), combination wrench set (standard 7/16-9/16 or metric 6mm-16mm), screwdrivers (common, Phillips, Torx), ball-peen hammer.
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
Students are not allowed to use any tools or equipment unless they are properly trained. Students are not allowed to use equipment unless given permission and supervised by the instructor (i.e., frame machine, welding equipment, etc.). Students are allowed to work on only one car at a time in the shop.
Requirements for Successful Completion
90% attendance
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
The course aligns closely with the curriculum version; the primary distinction is that most participants are expected to be employed in a collision center already and will bring a higher level of industry experience compared to a traditional curriculum student.
There are no changes to the instructional delivery or course content from the way it is currently taught. Students must have prior approval on a project before entering the class. Students must be enrolled in Collision or have taken a continuing education Collision & Paint class prior to being able to bring in a personal project.
Intended Audience
Students interested in vehicle restoration and repair
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
Auto body estimating
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
Auto body paint prepper
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
Auto body estimating
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 334550 | 09/14/26 - 10/20/26 | Northern Wake Campus | 143.00 | 20 | Register |
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