Automotive Technology is a three-year PDE Approved Program of Study (SOAR) for high school students in Grades  10 through 12.  Students learn about automotive maintenance and repair.  This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of automotive systems, equipment, and industry standards.  Students receive extensive theory instruction and actual “hands-on,” tactile experience on late model vehicles to prepare them for careers in the high paying, fast changing automotive industry.  Students are provided with access to the latest equipment and computer-based reference material.  Upon completion of this program, students have the opportunity to take the Pennsylvania State Safety Inspection and Pennsylvania State Emissions Inspection Courses for Certification/Licensing.  All CTE seniors take the National Occupation Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) Exam to receive a PA Skills Certificate indicating the level of proficiency in this program area.  Major content areas covered in this program are:  safety, pollution prevention, PA State Inspection, PA Emissions Inspection, tire and wheel services, brake system diagnosis and service, scheduled maintenance, fuel system repair, steering and suspension diagnosis and service, drivability diagnoses and repair, and vehicle appearance care.