The Automotive Technology program is operated by the College of Technology, Idaho State University. The program works in cooperation with the Idaho Career & Technical Education and is approved by the State Board of Education. Graduates of the Automotive Technology program will be able to: To provide theory and help students develop diagnostic skills and practical experience in the repair of today’s automobiles in preparation for a lifelong career as an automotive technician. Graduates of the Automotive Technology program will have the following learned capabilities: 1. Use available service manuals in locating specifications related to the inspection, repair, and adjustment of automotive systems. 2. Demonstrate competency with manufacturer’s Service Manuals, Mitchell-OnDemand & All-Data, Identifix, etc. 3. Be proficient with various test equipment to diagnose and repair defects, to determine the logical cause of the failure through complete and accurate analysis and discuss their findings. 4. Properly care for and use common technician hand tools, power equipment, and standard automotive shop equipment according to NOVA’s shop safety procedure. 5. Demonstrate proficiency measuring tools to skillfully and accurately diagnose the internal combustion engine. 6. Understand the operating principles of automotive fuel systems, ignition systems, emissions, instrumentations, and chassis control and possess a working knowledge of current computerized powertrain management systems. 7. Analyze defects of automotive air conditioning and climate control systems and identify necessary preventative maintenance or corrective repairs.