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Automotive Technology - EV/Hybrid

The Legacy Campus Automotive Technology Pathway offers a two-year, hands-on training experience for grades 11–12. Housed in a fully equipped 9-bay shop with lifts, alignment equipment, tire service, and modern diagnostic tools.  LC Auto Tech pathway focuses on ASE Education Foundation Maintenance & Light Repair standards (and Hybrid Vehicle/Electric Vehicle Safety and Operation). Students learn safety practices, shop operations, and the three C’s of diagnostic procedures while building professionalism, teamwork, and communication skills. Learners can earn ASE Entry-Level Certifications, AC 609, Snap-On NC3, and work toward industry-specific certifications. Over the duration of the program, learners may earn up to 14 Concurrent enrollment credits through Arapahoe Community College and work toward their AAS Advanced EV Certificate. Work-based learning is emphasized through site visits, job shadowing, internships, and employer partnerships, providing students with authentic career connections. Graduates are ensured a competitive advantage and workforce readiness preparation for apprenticeships, post-secondary training programs, manufacturer training, or entry-level technician roles.

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Career Options

9th - 11th DCSD Course Options

  • Geometry
  • Physics
  • CTE Intro to Auto Services
  • CTE Maintenance and Light Repair II
  • CTE Maintenance and Light Repair III
  • CTE Maintenance and Light Repair IV
  • CTE Intro to Engineering Design
  • CTE Intro to Welding/Metals
  • CTE Welding Tech I-III
  • CTE Construction Tech
  • CTE Principles on Construction
  • CTE Woodworking Tech
  • CTE Interior Design
  • CTE Construction Trades I
  • CTE Mech, Elec, Plumbing Systems
  • CTE Mech, Elec, Plumbing Sys World Language
  • Strength & Conditioning
  • Power Weights

Legacy Courses Year 1

Fall

  • ACC ASE 1001 Auto Shop Orientation (2.0 ACC Credits)
  • AND
  • ACC ASE 1003 Auto Maintenance (2.0 ACC Credits)

Spring

  • ACC ASE 1020 Basic Automotive Electricity (2.0 ACC Credits)
  • AND
  • ACC ASE 1050 Manual Drive Train & Axle Maintenance (2.0 ACC Credits)
  • AND
  • ACC ASE 2050 Automotive Transmission/Transaxle Service (1.0 ACC Credit)

Legacy Courses Year 2

Coming Fall 2027 - Tentatively

  • ACC ASE 1010 - Automotive Brake Service
  • AND
  • ACC ASE 1040 - Suspension and Steering

Coming Spring 2028 - Tentatively 

  • ACC ASE 1023 - Starting & Charging Systems, Advanced Electrical Diag
  • AND
  • ACC ASE 2064 - Heating and Air Conditioning Systmes
  • AND
  • CTE Electrical Systems Diagnostics & Repair - In Prep for ACC 2210

Degrees & Industry Certifications

Arapahoe Community College

  • Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Certificate
  • Automotive Service Management Certificate
  • Automotive Service Technology, AAS

Associate Degrees at Community Colleges

Bachelor Degrees at Universities 

  • Workforce
  • Apprenticeships
  • Internships
  • Military

ASE Entry - Level Certification Tests

  • A1 Engine Repair
  • A2 Automatic Trans
  • A3 Manual Drive Train
  • A4 Susp and Steering
  • A5 Brakes
  • A6 Electical
  • A7 HVAC
  • A8 Engine Perf
  • Auto Service Tech
  • Maint & Light Repair
  • Snap-On NC3 certs
  • ASE Electrified (xEV) Level ONE
  • ASE Electrified (xEV) Level TWO
  • EPA - Approved 609 service mobile A/C

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