Student Aware Communications
Auto Mechanic’s Search
From air conditioner and body work to thermostat and transmission, the terms used in this simple word puzzle cover a range of vocabulary related to auto shop and automotive technology.
Curated OER
Auto Shop Safety
In this vocational learning exercise, learners find 27 terms relating to safety in the automobile repair shop. Students may self correct by selecting the link at the end of the page.
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Automotive Body and Related Repairers
This resource provides an overview on Automotive Body Repairers. Includes a discussion of the nature of the work, potential working conditions, the job outlook, earning potential, and related occupations.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Automotive Service Completing a Work Order
The proper creation of a work order or customer record is essential to the repair process. Whether this is accomplished with a computer based program or pen and paper; the document is only valuable when it is completely filled out with...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Automotive Brake Service Constructing a Brake Trainer
A brake trainer can be a valuable assett to teaching students about automotive brakes. On the vehicle brake systems are embedded and difficult to see in the "big picture" of brake systems.
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
This resource provides information about Automotive Mechanics. Includes nature of the work, working conditions, employment, training and advancement, job outlook, earning potential and related occupations.
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Automotive Mechanic
General information on the job of an automotive mechanic. It explains what a mechanic does, how to prepare for the job, and the average pay.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Automotive Brake Service
The proper inspection machining or refinishing of brake drums ensures quality brake repairs with little to no opportunity for returns for customer complaints. This lesson will teach inspection, measuring and machining techniques and...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Automotive Brakes Power Assist Units
This lesson will orient the student to the operation of vacuum operated and hydraulically assisted power booster units. The student will be able to effectively diagnose and repair problems with these systems at the conclusion of the lesson.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Disc Brake Diagnosis and Repair
The student will have general knowledge and practices associated with disc brake repair (2 wheel and 4 wheel disc brake systems) at the conclusion of this lesson.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Diagnosis and Repair of Drum Brake Systems
The student will gain a general understanding of the theory of drum brake operation as well as hands on practice in the repair and maintenance of drum brake systems.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Inspecting and Machining a Disc Brake Rotor
The proper inspection machining or refinishing of disc brake rotors ensures quality brake repairs with little to no opportunity for returns for customer complaints. This lesson will teach inspection, measuring and machining techniques...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Inspecting and Machining a Disc Brake Rotor
The proper inspection machining or refinishing of disc brake rotors ensures quality brake repairs with little to no opportunity for returns for customer complaints. This lesson will teach inspection, measuring and machining techniques...
Other
Edmunds: Suspension Basics I: Shake, Rattle and Roll
This resource presents the first of a four part editorial on suspension importance and basics with information on modifications.