Automotive Technology I
Course Curriculum

RTI Automotive Technology I Course Curriculum

528 clock hours

001-088 Hours

Part I- Introduction to Automotive Technology 

Safety Practices

Automotive History

Shop Equipment and Tools 

Vehicle Subsystems

Service Publications 

Professional Responsibilities

 

088-176 Hours

Part II- Lubrication 

Types of Lubrication

Lubrication Systems/Components 

Purpose of Lubrication

Misc. Fluids

 

 

176 -264 Hours

Part III- Brakes

Hydraulic, Power Assist, and Parking Brake Systems

Drum Brakes

Disc Brakes

Electronic Brake Control Systems

 

 

264-352 Hours

Part IV- Maintenance 

Diagnose Tires

Locating/ Examining Filters

Lights 

Belts 

Fluids

 

 

352-440 Hours

Part V- Suspension & Steering 

Suspension and Steering

Steering Systems Diagnosis and Repair 

Wheel Alignment Diagnosis, Adjustment, and Repair

Wheel and Tire Diagnosis and Service

 

 

440-528 Hours

Part VI- Electrical & Electronics

General Electrical/Electronic System Diagnosis

Battery and Starting Systems

Charging Systems

Lighting Systems

Driver Information Systems

 

Final Sign-Off Test