Auto Technology

Program Description

» Work on domestic, foreign, and hybrid cars, trucks, motorcycles, and ATVs in a high-tech precision industry.
» Use the same technology and tools as master technicians to analyze, diagnose, and repair advanced automotive systems.
» Maintain, repair, and fine-tune vehicles alongside a master technician in a full-service automotive center.

CAREER FOCUS: Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education

Program Courses

» Ground Transportation Maintenance
» Outdoor Power Technology
» Ground Transportation Engine and Power Train
» Ground Transportation Electrical/Electronics

» Automotive Steering and Suspension Systems

» Automotive Braking Systems

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Credentials & Certifications

» ASE Student Certification - Automotive Suspension and Steering - 4pts
» ASE Student Certification - Automotive Brakes - 4pts
» ASE Student Certification - Automotive Electronic/Electrical System - 4pts
» ASE Student Certification - Automotive Engine Performance - 4pts
» ASE Student Certification - Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair - 4pts
» ASE Student Certification - Automotive Automatic Transmission/Transaxle - 4pts
» ASE Student Certification - Automotive manual Drive Train and Axles - 4pts
» ASE Student Certification - Automotive Engine Repair - 4pts
» ASE Student Certification - Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning - 4pts
» ASE Student Certification - Automobile Service Technology - 4pts
» Snap-on Multimeter Certification - 3pts

College Credit Opportunities*

CCP - College Credit Plus

» AUTO 1100 Vehicle Service and Maintenance (3h)
» AUTO 1110 Electrical Circuitry (3h)

» AUTO 1140 Automotive Chassis (3h)

University of Northwestern Ohio - Articulation Agreement

» AU126 Suspension and Steering (6h)

» AU127 Hydraulic Brake Systems (6h)

Hocking College - Articulation Agreement

» AUTO 1101 Automotive Service Orientation (3h)
» AUTO 1102 Internal Combustion Engine (3h)

» AUTO 1100 Automotive Electricity (5h)

» AUTO 2018 Automotive Steering Suspension & Brake (5h)

*Note: Qualifications Apply

Career Opportunities

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Program Instructor

Instructor: David Calendine

Teaching at Mid-East since: 2014

Credentials: ASE A1-A9, G1,T4,5,6,8; GM Certified in Automatic Transmission and Hybrid/Electric Vehicles. Certified HAM Operator.

Field Experience: Two years at Stambaugh-Thompson; 24 years at Jeff Drennen Superstores

Notable Awards/Accomplishments: District Employee of the Year- 2019; High Schools That Work Advisor; SkillsUSA Advisor; National Honor Society Advisor; Mid-East Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame Inductee.

Hobbies/Interests: Marksmanship, Golf, Electronics, Cooking

Family Graduates of Mid-East: Daughters: Brittney Calendine and Vanessa Hindel; cousins: Dylan Daniels and Caitlyn Daniels