Students will receive training in the following specialty areas described by ASE to successfully complete the program:

• Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Maintenance
• Heating and Air Conditioning Maintenance
• Manual Drive Trains and Axles Maintenance
• Suspension and Steering
• Basic Engine Repair
• Brakes
• Electrical Systems
• Engine Performances

Senior-year students will enroll in the Pennsylvania State Inspection Mechanic Certification Program. Juniors who meet a minimum set of standards and are accepted can choose to participate in the ASE Education Foundation school-to-work program. The ASE program starts with the student in his or her junior year with job shadowing and a full-time paid internship in the summer between the junior year and the senior year. ASE Foundation is a dynamic partnership among automotive manufacturers, participating local dealers and career & technical schools. Senior students will have the opportunity to enter the work experience program if all requirements are met.

• Possess mechanical interest and aptitude
• Be able to learn required math specific to the program
• Have the ability to use basic computer skills
• Be physically able to lift heavy vehicle parts

For information on this occupation’s description, required knowledge, job tasks and related job titles, state/national wages and employment trends, visit the U.S. Dept. of Labor’s site for this career field.