Automotive Technology
As a student of Old Colony's Automotive Technology Program, you will learn not only what you are doing, but why you are doing it. You will not be just a parts changer anymore, you will be a highly skilled technician when you graduate.
Students in the ASE Master Automotive Technology Program learn how to diagnose, service and repair both domestic and foreign automobiles. They also learn how to troubleshoot problems of all kinds, using the latest engine analyzers, hand-held scanners, and other computerized diagnostic equipment. Students learn it all - from basic engine systems, to computerized fuel injection, anti-lock brakes, computerized engine control, air condition repair and testing, chassies, and front end repair.
Upon graduation, our students are qualified to work in a shop that uses such equipment and processes as:
- Computerized four-wheel alignment
- Chassies and suspension repair machines
- On and off car Hunter wheel balances
- AAMCO disc and drum resurfacing
- Robin Air evacuation
- Recharging, recovering, and retro-fitting air conditioners
- FTC monitor 4000A computer diagnostics
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Lowe's & Kobalt donate tools to OC Auto Tech Program
Rochester, MA, May 11, 2010 - Lowe's and Kobalt Tools, in partnership with SkillsUSA, are helping the next generation of trade professionals develop their skills at Old Colony through their "Toolbox for Education" program. Lowe's donated approximately $1,100 worth of Kobalt tools to the school as part of the national program, which will total about $450,000 to 400 SkillsUSA automotive service technology programs across the nation for use in their classrooms.
SkillsUSA advisor John Mare was selected to receive the toolkit for OC's Automotive Tech program. "This is a wonderful example of how industry works to partner with education, for the betterment of the technical program and the success of my students," said Mare. "SkillsUSA has had a huge part in the transformation of my students because it has provided skills and leadership training that they don't get anywhere else. Lowe's and Kobalt Tools support reinforces what we are teaching in the classroom and shows the value of education-industry partnerships."
The national program kicked off in March at the Lowe's of Edgewood in Atlanta, GA, where four-time reigning NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson personally delivered the first sets of tools to students from Jonesboro High School. He made the visit to the Lowe's store just prior to the March 7 Kobalt Tools 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race.
"By working with Kobalt Tools and SkillsUSA to provide tools to these students, Lowe's is able to help prepare the future of America's skilled workforce in their chosen career paths," said Larry D. Stone, chairman of the Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation. "With Kobalt tools in their toolbox and training from their schools and Skills USA, students will be better prepared for success when they enter the workforce."
SkillsUSA Executive Director Timothy Lawrence agreed. "The donation of Kobalt Tools to SkillsUSA's automotive service technology labs nationwide will help prepare the next generation of workers and leaders for the challenging and competitive workforce of the 21st century. The youth who will benefit from this generous donation will maintain and repair our automobiles in the future," Lawrence said. "Through the Toolbox for Education program, SkillsUSA, Lowe's, and our technical training schools are building something together that will truly make a lasting impact."
About SkillsUSA
SkillsUSA is a national nonprofit organization of students, teachers and industry, working together to ensure America has a skilled work force. SkillsUSA helps high school and college students enrolled in career and technical education programs to excel by teaching employability skills in conjunction with their trade, technical and service occupations skills. The association's annual membership exceeds 300,000 students and instructors in more than 3,700 schools and colleges in every state, three territories, and the District of Columbia. For more information, visit: "www.skillsusa.org."
About Lowe's
Lowe's is a proud supporter of SkillsUSA, Habitat for Humanity International, American Red Cross, United Way of America, and the Home Safety Council, in addition to numerous nonprofit organizations and programs that help communities across the country. In 2008, Lowe's and the Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation together contributes more than $25 million to support community and education projects in the United States and Canada. Lowe's also encourages volunteerism through the Lowe's Heroes program, a company-wide employee volunteer initiative. Lowe's is a FORTUNE 50 company with fiscal year 2008 sales of $48.2 billion and has more than 1,650 stores in the United States and Canada. For more information, visit: Lowes.com/community. Follow the Toolbox for Education program on Facebook at "facebook.com/toolboxforeducation."
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Earn While You Learn . . . . .
Co-operative Employment:
During the Co-op phase, students put into practice the skills and knowledge they have acquired. Our Co-op program is considered an integral part of our junior and senior educational program.
The quality of our Automotive Program is highlighted by our graduate placement rate of over 95%.
Employees prefer Old Colony Auto Tech graduates because:
- OC Auto Tech training is just like working in the trade
- Training is driven by the industry
- The Auto Tech program has a proven co-operative and full-time placement record
The Automotive Technology Program provides many opportunities:
- A high-paying professional career in a fast-growing occupation
- Nationally certified curriculum and master certified instructors
- Hands-on training
- State-of-the-art training components and vehicles
- Career advancement opportunities
- Exposure to college degree programs
- Chrysler - GM - Ford - Mercedes experience
Automotive Technology program gets NATEF & ASE certification
The Automotive Technology program at Old Colony RVTHS has received certification by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). Old Colony's automotive program has been certified in the following areas:
To achieve this coveted recognition, the school's automotive training program underwent rigorous evaluation by NATEF. Nationally accepted standards of excellence in areas such as instruction, facilities, and equipment were used.
Upon completion of the evaluation, NATEF recommended that Old Colony be certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). ASE is a national non-profit organization which tests and certifies repair technicians in addition to certifying automotive training programs.
Automotive Technology program receives national re-certification
(8/28/06)
David J Ferreira, Superintendent-Director, is pleased to announce that the Automotive Training Program at Old Colony recently received re-certification by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
"During the past several months, we have worked closely with NATEF to make certain that our program continued to meet strict industrial standards," said Mr. Ferreira. "Now we are delighted to join the ranks of ASE Certified Technician Training Programs. Students will be assured of a quality education, and shop owners will be assured of getting quality job applicants."
In order to achieve this coveted recognition, the training program underwent rigorous re-evaluation by NATEF. Nationally accepted standards of excellence in areas such as instruction, facilities, and equipment were used. Upon completion of the re-evaluation, NATEF recommended that Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School be re-certified by ASE, a national, non-profit organization which tests and certifies repair technicians, in addition to certifying technician training programs.
Certification has been awarded to Old Colony's Automotive Program in the following program areas: Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Engine Performance, Suspension and Steering, Automatic Transmission and Transaxles, Engine Repair, Heating & Air Conditioning, and Manual Drive Train and Axle.
NATEF Board of Trustees Chair, Donald Seyfer, states: "This is great news for automotive-minded young people and their parents in the Acushnet, Carver, Lakeville, Mattapoisett, and Rochester areas. Certification of automotive training programs increases cooperation between local education and industry leaders. It also gives added assurance that Old Colony graduates will be employable entry-level technicians. As a result, the motoring public will benefit since more qualified repair technicians will now join the work force."
The program is now certified for a period of five (5) years, after which it will once again be reviewed to ensure that it continues to meet industry standards and to adjust to the latest technological advances in the rapidly changing automotive world.
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