Maintenance and Light Repair
Students will explore automotive industry terminology and standards, classifications, career opportunities, shop operations and safety, tool identification and usage, diagnostic equipment identification and usage, automotive systems, tires and wheels, hydraulic braking systems, cooling systems, lubrication systems, and preventative maintenance. The basics of automotive braking systems: operation, diagnosis and repair of disc, drum, and hydraulic braking systems will be covered as well as the basics of electrical systems, electronic systems, batteries, starting systems, charging systems, lighting systems, electrical instruments and accessories, and ignition systems.
FRCC: ASE 102 - Introduction to the Automotive Shop, ASE 110 - Automotive Brake Service I, ASE 120 - Basic Automotive Electricity, & ASE 123 - Starting and Charging Systems **These are Front Range Community College classes taught at CDC and require a separate enrollment and registration process for all students.**
*Industry Certificate(s) Available
Course Information
- Course Subject
- Course Number
- CTE 9803 A&B
- Course Duration
- 2 Semesters
- Course Credit
- 2.0 Practical Arts
- Course Fee
- $25.00 Miscellaneous - program shirt, patch
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Open House Dates 2021
St. Vrain Valley Schools are hosting open houses to answer questions and share information about the many program offerings available across the district as families begin planning their transition to middle and high school next year. Below are upcoming open house dates across the district. For questions regarding open houses, programming, or to schedule a […]
Local farmers show students where they get their food
Columbine Elementary joined Nutrition Services, School Wellness to celebrate Colorado Proud School Meal Day. The chickens were interesting and everyone wanted to know how bees make their honey. But the big star at Wednesday’s farming show-and-tell at Columbine Elementary was Westley, a 16-month-old horse who likes to show off a bit. “Oh he loves it,” […]
Upcoming Superintendent Town Hall Meetings
St. Vrain Valley Schools invites parents, teachers, staff, and community members to join Superintendent, Dr. Don Haddad, for one of our upcoming Superintendent Town Hall meetings. These meetings will provide an opportunity to engage in dialogue regarding important topics such as student achievement and success for every student, school safety, district finances, and other significant […]