In this class, students will gain a basic knowledge of what makes a car go. We'll discuss engine components, drive train, fuel system, cooling system, running gear, brakes, electrical system, battery, charging, ignition, maintenance, and safety. Class consists of interactive lecture, occasional YouTube videos, and some hands-on object lessons. We will be referencing old engine maintenance manuals as well as the book "How Cars Work," by Tom Newton. Students are required to bring a notebook and pencil/pen to each class.
Homework: 30 minutes/wk
This course is designed for all current and future vehicle drivers 12 years and up. Learn how each of the vehicle systems operate and practice the inspection and maintenance tasks to extend the life and lower the cost of personal transportation. Some of the topics we will cover are: safety and tools, fluid inspection and maintenance, tire inspection, electrical system inspection and maintenance, belts and hoses, brake inspection, vehicle cleaning and protecting, tips for buying a vehicle, and the cost of vehicle ownership. This class will be approximately 50% classroom where you will learn the theory and 50% shop where you will put the theory into action. The supply fee includes safety glasses, and misc supplies. Taught by a 30+ year Cascadia Technical Academy Auto Tech Instructor.
Requirements:
12 years old and up. Wearing of safety glasses while in the shop. Ability to follow directions, especially safety instructions and rules.
This course is designed for all current and future vehicle drivers. Learn how inspect and maintain a vehicle to extend its life and lower the cost of personal transportation. Some of the topics we will cover are: safety and tools, fluid inspection and maintenance, tire inspection, electrical system inspection, belts and hose inspection, vehicle cleaning and protecting, tips for buying a vehicle, and the cost of vehicle ownership. This class will be approximately 50/50 classroom and shop time. Students will learn about the system and how to inspect it, then head to the shop where they will put that knowledge into action. The supply fee includes safety glasses, and misc. supplies. Class is taught by a 30+ year Cascadia Technical Academy Auto-Tech Instructor.
Requirements:
12 years old and up. Wearing of safety glasses (provided) while in the shop. Ability to follow directions, especially safety instructions and rules.
This course is designed for all current and future vehicle drivers 12 years and up. Learn how each of the vehicle systems operate and practice the inspection and maintenance tasks to extend the life and lower the cost of personal transportation. Some of the topics we will cover are: safety and tools, fluid inspection and maintenance, tire inspection, electrical system inspection and maintenance, belts and hoses, brake inspection, vehicle cleaning and protecting, tips for buying a vehicle, and the cost of vehicle ownership. This class will be approximately 50% classroom where you will learn the theory and 50% shop where you will put the theory into action. The supply fee includes safety glasses, and misc supplies. Taught by a 30+ year Cascadia Technical Academy Auto Tech Instructor.
Requirements:
12 years old and up. Wearing of safety glasses (provided) while in the shop. Ability to follow directions, especially safety instructions and rules.
This course is designed for all current and future vehicle drivers 12 years and up. Learn how each of the vehicle systems operate and practice the inspection and maintenance tasks to extend the life and lower the cost of personal transportation. Some of the topics we will cover are: safety and tools, fluid inspection and maintenance, tire inspection, electrical system inspection and maintenance, belts and hoses, brake inspection, vehicle cleaning and protecting, tips for buying a vehicle, and the cost of vehicle ownership. This class will be approximately 50% classroom where you will learn the theory and 50% shop where you will put the theory into action. The supply fee includes a Car Care textbook, safety glasses, and misc supplies. Taught by a 30+ year Cascadia Technical Academy Auto Tech Instructor.
Requirements:
12 years old and up. Wearing of safety glasses while in the shop. Ability to follow directions, especially safety instructions and rules.
Assistants:
Louis D'Andrea (applying as a teacher), Dan Wolff (Nancy gave me his name)
This course is designed for all current and future vehicle drivers 12 years and up. Learn how each of the vehicle systems operate and practice the inspection and maintenance tasks to extend the life and lower the cost of personal transportation. Some of the topics we will cover are: safety and tools, fluid inspection and maintenance, tire inspection, electrical system inspection and maintenance, belts and hoses, brake inspection, vehicle cleaning and protecting, tips for buying a vehicle, and the cost of vehicle ownership. This class will be approximately 50% classroom where you will learn the theory and 50% shop where you will put the theory into action. The supply fee includes a Car Care textbook, safety glasses, and misc supplies. Taught by a 30+ year Cascadia Technical Academy Auto Tech Instructor.
Requirements:
12 years old and up. Wearing of safety glasses while in the shop. Ability to follow directions, especially safety instructions and rules.
Assistants:
Louis D'Andrea (applying as a teacher), Dan Wolff (Nancy gave me his name)
If your student is interested in photography, they will love this class! They will learn all about the basics of photography starting with the history and some cool old portraits. They will also learn about all things camera, including white balance and proper settings, explore the different types of photographers they can become, and enjoy some crafts, games & even the opportunity to practice photographing what they are learning.
Requirements:
A digital camera: A DSLR, point and shoot or a phone camera or tablet. If a phone camera/tablet is used, there will be a $10 app that you will be required to download which allow the student more control over their settings. Please bring cameras to every class.