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Welcome to a new school year and congratulations on your choice of profession. I can assure you that the automotive industry can offer a productive and financially rewarding career once you complete your academic and hands-on training. The negative stereotypes regarding mechanics are quickly becoming a mindset of the past. Over the years, automotive technology
Diagnostics in the Palm of Your Hand
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in TechShop Equipment Tools & Supplies
Your Career Starts with a High-Quality Education
If you love cars and want a college education, CAP (College Automotive Program) may be the right choice for you. CAP is a nationwide effort of DaimlerChrysler to train and employ the industry’s best automotive technicians. The CAP automotive program is available at 35 various schools in 27 different states across the country. DaimlerChrysler believes
Tool Rules – The Buying Game
Adapted from Brian Manley’s article in TechShop
Undercover – When Good Clutches Go Bad
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in ImportCar
Recovery Mission
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in TechShop
Badge of Honor – The Case for Ongoing Training
As a student in an automotive technology class, you are acquiring the basic skills and knowledge you’ll need to succeed as an entry-level technician. It’s a good beginning to what will become a familiar part of your chosen career. Ongoing training is as much a part of becoming a successful technician as a good set
Questioning Misfires
Adapted from articles in Counterman
Loaded Calipers: It’s a Good Thing
Adapted from Gary Gom’s article in Underhood Service
Creating a Bond with Welding Equipment
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in TechShop