Automotive Systems Technology Technical Standards

Purpose Statement

All students in the Automotive Systems Technology program are expected to meet certain technical standards which are essential for the successful completion of all phases of the program, and which reflect industry requirements and standards. To verify the student’s ability to perform these essential functions, students may be required to demonstrate the technical standards below.

Meeting these technical standards does not guarantee employment in this field upon graduation. The ability to meet the program’s technical standards does not guarantee a student’s eligibility for any certification exams or successful completion of the program.

 

Technical Standard Definition of Standards Examples
Critical Thinking/Problem-Solving Skills Abilities are sufficient for the classroom, lab, or work in industry situations.
  • Interpret scan tool/test results as being within a normal or abnormal perimeter.
  • Evaluate customer concerns for validity.
  • Apply technical knowledge of vehicle operation to the current situation or problem.
Interpersonal Skills Abilities are sufficient to interact with individuals and groups from a variety of social, emotional, cultural, and intellectual backgrounds.
  • Be able to work alone or in a group and stay focused on the current task.
  • Demonstrate time management skills.
  • Communicate information with accuracy and respect.
Communication Skills Abilities are sufficient for writing, reading, and comprehending directions or instructions in the class, lab, or industry setting.
  • Read a service manual and comprehend the information.
  • Write a failure and correction report.
  • Comprehend/follow written and verbal instructions.
Coping Skills Abilities are sufficient to be productive in a classroom, lab, or industry situation.
  • Be able to cope with deadlines.
  • Be able to deal with critiques/criticism.
  • Maintain composure under stressful situations.
  • Maintain professionalism at all times.
Mobility/Motor Skills Must possess the ability to lift, stand, stretch, squat, and crawl or contort to any position as required by the repair situation. All positions listed above will be encountered in the class, lab, or a work-based learning setting on a consistent basis.
  • Navigate around objects or obstacles on the floor or overhead.
  • Lift a minimum of 50 lbs to chest level from the floor level.
  • Reach/bend over fenders for an extended time.
  • Be able to move about the shop floor under a variety of floor conditions.
  • Be able to work in confining or tight spaces.
  • Operate hand and/or power tools continually.
  • Be able to work up to 90 minutes without seating.
Auditory Skills Auditory abilities are sufficient to work safely in an industry environment, class, or lab.
  • Detect sounds such as squeaks and rattles.
  • Detect sounds being emitted from the brake system, suspension system, and drive train.
  • Be able to hear verbal instructions, because the line of sight is not always possible.
Visual Skills Visual skills adequate to safely work in an industry environment, class, or lab.
  • Interpret information from diagrams, scan tools, and test equipment.
  • Be able to see in low or poor lighting conditions present under a hood or underneath a vehicle.
  • Have the ability to perceive different depths and dimensions.
Tactile Skills Tactile skills adequate for work in a class, lab or industry environment.
  • Be able to determine hot or cold temperatures.
  • Inspect components for wear or failure by touch.
  • Differentiate automotive fluids based on touch/viscosity.
Environmental Must be able to function safely under varying environmental factors.
  • Be able to work in hot or cold conditions.
  • Maintain focus and productivity in a noisy shop or workplace.
  • Work inside and outside under variable conditions.
Emotional/Behavioral Emotional/Behavior skills are adequate to maintain composure in a stressful environment.
  • Demonstrate flexibility to calmly change course in the middle of a repair.
  • Follow the directions of an instructor, supervisor, or lead technician.
  • Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and honesty.
  • Perform a proper repair regardless of difficulty.
  • Cope with stress and other factors that would interfere with the repair.

 

In the case of an otherwise qualified individual with a documented disability, appropriate and reasonable accommodations will be made unless doing so would fundamentally alter the essential training elements, cause undue hardship, or produce a direct threat to the safety of the patient or student.

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is invested in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Support Services is part of Student Services and is located in the K. Ray Bailey Student Services Center. For detailed information or to request accommodations visit Support Services. An appointment is recommended prior to enrollment in order to discuss any special concerns.