Automotive Technology Program Standards

Standard Performed Description

• Demonstrate ability to use logic and technical analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches to complete automotive tasks
• Exhibit ability to translate written and/or verbal information into actual projects
• Demonstrate ability to execute work requirements in accordance with written instructions
• Exhibit deductive reasoning

Examples of Activities (Not all inclusive)

• Demonstrate judgment and decision making as required to organize various tasks to complete automotive assignments and projects
• Exhibit the ability to analyze documentation like repair automotive procedures specifications and use knowledge to complete a repair
• Accept constructive criticism from instructor and implement recommendations and/or solutions for improvement

Standard Performed Description

• Demonstrate ability to follow verbal directions
• Demonstrate ability to follow written directions
• Discuss directions and methods required to complete a specific automotive task

Examples of Activities (Not all inclusive)

• Use a variety of strategies to convey the necessary automotive information required to complete a specific automotive task or project
• Discuss available alternatives and methods that may be used to accomplish the objective
• Use oral expression, reading, and writing comprehension to verify that information was received 

Standard Performed Description

• Demonstrate the ability to identify the nature of problems 
• Demonstrate ability to collaborate with others in a group
• Demonstrate ability to maintain and control self-behavior in a group setting 

Examples of Activities (Not all inclusive)

• Demonstrate respect for individual differences
• Respond appropriately to emergencies 
• Work cooperatively within a group to achieve a goal
• Maintain appropriate self-behavior in a group and/or social environment like a classroom lecture or laboratory demonstration

Standard Performed Description

• Visual skills adequate to safely work in an industry environment, classroom, and/or lab 

Examples of Activities (Not all inclusive)

• Interpret information from diagrams, scan tools, and test equipment
• Be able to see in low or poor lighting conditions under a vehicle hood or underneath a vehicle
• Have the ability to perceive different depths and dimensions

Standard Performed Description

• Auditory abilities are sufficient to work safety in an industrial environment, classroom, and/or lab

Examples of Activities (Not all inclusive)

• Hear/detect safety hazards
• Hear/detect automobiles and industrial equipment problems, overloading, and/or failures
• Detects sounds such as squeaks and rattles
• Detects sounds being emitted from the brake system, suspension system, and drive train
• Ability to hear verbal instructions when line of sight may not be possible 

Standard Performed Description

• Demonstrate tactile ability sufficient for physical control of tools and equipment
• Demonstrate manual hand dexterity with repetitive precision movements and techniques
• Demonstrate ability to manually manipulate small objects like nuts and bolts
• Demonstrate ability to tactically use multiple extremities simultaneously
• Demonstrate ability to use finger and hand pressure to grip various shaped objects

Examples of Activities (Not all inclusive)

• Perform functions of physical control with various hand tools and equipment 
• Perform repetitive automotive techniques in multiple positions with both hands simultaneously 
• Demonstrate ability to have individual hands perform different manual functions simultaneously with very small pieces and fasteners

Standard Performed Description

• Demonstrate sufficient physical endurance to complete assigned work and/or automotive projects
• Demonstrate ability to perform repetitive manual tasks for extended periods of time
• Perform industrial work activities for up to 8 hours while wearing required safety equipment (face shields, gloves, boots)
• Demonstrate ability to work with hands and arms extended overhead or below the waist for long periods of time
• Demonstrate physical endurance to perform welding work duties in a range of environments, such as when temperatures exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit

Examples of Activities (Not all inclusive)

• Sit/stand for up to 8 hours a day with arms extended to waist level 
• Make repetitive motions for several hours with the hands, wrists, arms, and feet
• Perform auto repair operations for up to 8 hours while utilizing automotive equipment 

Standard Performed Description

• Function safely under varying environmental factors 

Examples of Activities (Not all inclusive)

• Perform automotive activities in adverse conditions and environments (hot, cold, windy, noisy, etc.)
• Maintain focus and productivity in a shop or workplace with a variety of distractions (sound, movement, lighting, etc.) 
• Work inside or outside under variable conditions

Standard Performed Description

• Possess the ability to lift, stand, stretch, squat, and crawl or contort to positions required in an automotive repair situation in the classroom, lab, and work-based learning environment

Examples of Activities (Not all inclusive)

• Demonstrate ability to pick up and carry automotive parts
• Demonstrate ability to work in various positions (on the ground, overhead, around parts and other structures)
• Demonstrate ability to move (push and pull) automotive equipment
• Navigate around objects or obstacles on the floor and overhead
• Lift a minimum of 50 pounds to chest level from the floor level 
• Reach/bend over fenders or an extended period of time 
• Move about the shop floor under a variety of floor conditions
• Work in confining or tight spaces
• Operate hand and power tools continually
• Work up to 90 minutes without sitting 
• Demonstrate ability to perform repetitive physical movements and motor skills intermittently and/or continuously for extended periods of time