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