AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
MAINTAIN. REPAIR. INSTALL. Rev up your potential and accelerate towards a promising future as an automotive technician. In this class, you’ll acquire essential skills to diagnose and repair electrical systems, brakes, steering, suspension, ignition and emissions systems, as well as HVAC, paving the way for an exciting and rewarding career in the automotive industry.
YOU GEARHEADS WANT TO LEARN HOW TO TURN A WRENCH?!
Our curriculum was created to teach toward a career in the automotive industry and run like a car dealership. When you successfully complete the class, you are ready for the workforce.
In class, you will learn to service and repair a wide range of vehicles. Our shop currently consists of 2000-2016 models and includes a Challenger, Turbo-charged Buick Encore, Toyota Camry, Ford F150 and more. You will study domestics and imports from the inside out.
You will learn to diagnose and repair performance and electrical issues related to operation and drivability of the vehicle.
You will be taught the basics in electrical and engine performance. In brakes, you will replace disk brakes, hydraulic systems, and receive an introduction into the antilock braking system. You will leave being able to mount and balance wheels and service and repair steering suspension.
Field trips allow you to see manufacturing facilities and continuing education opportunities first-hand. Most recently we have visited OSU-IT, the Tulsa Bus Plant, Kicker, the Small Engine & Steam Show, the OKC Auto Show, and toured dealerships.
Curriculum for the program is aligned with Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) standards.
Industry credentials include OSHA 10, ASE Entry Level, and MACS 609. Once you’ve successfully completed the course you may choose to work for a body shop, part store, service station, or dealership. Some dealerships provide additional training for specific manufacturer certification.
*The existing shortage of auto technicians makes it a great time to join the automotive industry. Tech is the Key, and we are prepared. This industry is constantly changing – as you see even more hybrid and electrical vehicles enter the road. Come explore the opportunities.
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIAN
AREAS OF STUDY
- Automotive Foundations & Safety
- Brakes Introduction
- Brakes Fundamentals
- Servicing Wheels
- Servicing the Steering System
- Servicing the Suspension System
- Engine Introduction
- Engine Fundamentals
- Transmission Drivetrains & Axles
- Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning
- Electrical/Electronic Systems Introduction
- Electrical/Electronic Systems Foundations
- Engine Performance Introduction
- Engine Performance Fundamentals
- Workforce Staging
“Auto provides great preparation for graduates entering the workforce.”
“Having instructors that care make the biggest difference!”
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Check out this awesome donation of products to our automotive class by @maverikadventure! 🚗
As the Kum & Go store in Cushing transforms into Maverik, we`re thrilled to receive this support. Students are already hard at work using the donation for an oil change. Thank you for the generous donation – we`ll put it to good use! 🙌
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Automotive students were pinpointing an air conditioner leak by using a UV light and UV oil dye. 🤯
So cool!
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Automotive students were hard at work unloading and organizing a collection of donated Ford specialty tools from Mainer Automotive. These tools, valued at up to $100,000, cover model years from 1986 to current and offer students a rare opportunity to get hands-on experience with the same tools used by dealerships. The assortment includes everything from transmission tools to electronics, and we are beyond grateful for Mainer Auto`s contribution. 🧰
A huge shoutout to Paul Mainer and GM Lucas Green!
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@uti.tech brought their demo trailer and spoke to our Diesel, Automotive, and Powersports classes about education opportunities and how they`re able to prepare students for high-demand jobs. We were lucky enough to be selected as one of only five technology centers in the state of Oklahoma to have their trailer presented to us.
We loved having you on our campus! ⚙️
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Brad McClure, recruiting liaison for all 64 Oklahoma Ford dealers, recently gave a presentation to our Automotive and Diesel classes, showcasing a Fowler Auto Group F150 Black Widow truck and 2023 Mustang. Students learned about dealership work, opportunities, and help available to them. 🚙
Thank you to Fowler and Brad McClure for making it a great day for our students!
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Car: * check engine *
Tony: "Yeah, it`s still there."
Don`t be Tony, and apply today! 🚗 centraltech.info/AUTO #centraltechAutoTech
How fast can you change a tire? 8th graders loved the Automotive Technology booth last week at Career Connections.
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It was great having everyone back in class today. We can`t wait to get back to hands-on learning in the coming weeks.
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Celebrating 50 Years in 50 Words - "I started Central Tech as a high school junior in Small Engine and Motorcycle under Mickey Baugus before it split into Auto 1 and Motorcycles. I finished in Automotive under Elton Clark. I’ve now worked in the industry over 40-years as a Dealership Technician, small business owner and now instructor." - Jeff Little, 2015, Automotive Instructor #centraltechAutoTech
MORE INFORMATION
The annual median pay for Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics is $47,770.
- ASE Entry Level
- OSHA 10
- MACS 609 (Mobile Air Conditioning)
- Students: Adult & High School
- Campus: Drumright Only
- Times: Morning, Afternoon, Full Day
- School Year: August-May
Ask about Financial Aid and Scholarship availability.
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