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Automotive
Automotive Technology
About Automotive
Automotive Technology is a two-year program aimed at preparing students for careers in the automotive industry. We have many connections with the local community. Students may chose entry level employrment directly after graduation or persue a 2-year degree at one of our local community college systems. Our students can obtain employment as an automotive dealership technicians, service writers, engineers, parts distributors, powersports, aviation, and diesel technicians. You can earn industry credentials and college credit through Manchester Community College throughout the 2 years.
About the Program
Automotive Technology is a two-year program aimed at preparing students for careers in the automotive industry. We have many connections with the local community. Students may chose entry level employment directly after graduation or pursue a 2-year degree at one of our local community college systems. Our students can obtain employment as automotive dealership technicians, service writers, engineers, parts distributors, powersports, aviation, and diesel technicians. You can earn industry credentials and college credit through Manchester Community College throughout the 2 years.
Instructors
Joe Liebke
I graduated from Salem High School and the Automotive Technology program in 2000. I knew then that teaching automotive was what I wanted to do. After high school, I went to Manchester Community College and completed my Associate’s degree in Automotive Technology and the Toyota T-Ten program.
Prior to teaching at the Salem CTE Center, I have been employed as an Auto Instructor here at SHS since 2012. My interests include, lobster and saltwater fishing, boating, motorcycles, and old Volkswagens. I love watching my students progress and explore the wide range of career options in the auto industry in NH and abroad.
Matt McCarthy
After graduating Salem High School in 2003, I attended Manchester Community College (MCC), earning an Associate’s degree in Automotive Technology. I made this decision after completing Salem’s two-year automotive program. My first job in high school was pumping gas at a local gas station which gradually progressed into working in their repair shop. Throughout that experience, I was able to apply the skills learned at Salem Auto Tech, and at Manchester Community College to my full-time career as an automotive technician.
I received my ASE (automotive service excellence) Master Certification shortly after graduating from MCC, and maintain that certification today. I have owned many vehicles over the years, but my real passion is riding motorcycles, which I try to do as often as I can. I started teaching at Salem High School in 2011, and my favorite part of my job is seeing the student skills and confidence grow throughout their two-year experience.
Courses
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Grades 10-11, 2 Credits, Year, Every day
In Automotive Technology 1, you will study many of the major automotive systems while learning how a quality automotive shop operates. Major topics of instruction include: shop safety, shop operations, lubrication, engine components, steering and suspension, brake systems, and vehicle safety inspections. You will also develop an understanding of service write-ups, customer service, and parts management. You will gain valuable hands-on experience performing live work in the Salem AutoTech Shop. Appropriate safety instruction is provided and students are required to wear proper footwear, eyewear, and clothing for use in laboratory activities. You will be eligible to earn SP2 safety certification, Valvoline oil certification, as well as industry-guided training with various local companies.
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Grades 11-12, 2 Credits (EC), Year, Every day
In Automotive Technology 2, you will use the skills and competencies mastered in Automotive Technology 1, while mastering new competencies in front-end alignment, steering and suspension, emissions, engine principles, cooling and heating systems, electrical diagnosis and repair as well as scan tool use. A continued emphasis on safety, shop management, and proper workplace attitude are important components of this course. You are required to provide proper footwear and clothing for use in laboratory activities. This program is accredited through the ASE Foundation. Automotive related colleges and post-secondary schools visit the program each fall to inform you of post-secondary options. You will be eligible for student level ASE certification and may have the opportunity to compete in the Skills USA competition.
Prerequisite: Grade of C+ or better in Automotive Technology 1 or teacher recommendation.