AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY UNIT PLAN
Achievements for 2003-2004
Learner Success
á Designed and implemented the WorkKeys assessment system to determine student eligibility into the program.
á Created an evening pre-requisite course for students who were not accepted into the center of excellence, but who showed potential.
á Auto 105 and Auto106 were successfully updated to meet the new MLR requirements.
á Electrical, Charging System, and Air Conditioning Trainer and 4 computers were purchased for use in the second Automotive computer lab.
á Course curriculum and competencies were revised and approved by the Advisory Committee to meet NATEF guidelines and industry needs.
á Reorganized and renovated the shop to enhance student learning.
Strengthening College Processes
á Maintained strong retention rate.
á The NATEF Certification process has been initiated.
á Developed center of excellence student information database.
Service to the Community
á Developed promotional materials including information on www.4careerlearning.com (information in English and Spanish)
Goals for 2004-2005
Helping Students Learn
á Provide advanced level pro-tech training to technicians in the field.
á Initiate new enrollment assessment process.
á Complete 2nd computer lab.
á Create smart classroom in V211.
á Continue to update curriculum to meet continuous change in industry technology.
á Involve the Advisory Board in the development of case studies.
á Purchase Engine Performance trainer.
á Develop full modular program with all ASE areas of certification addressed. Start with Suspension & Steering class.
á Research and initiate AYES.
á Initiate ASE Certification field-testing at GCCC.
Leading and Communicating
á Work with GCCC and USD academic instructors to increase integration of academic and technical skills.
á Establish a formal job placement and follow-up system.
á Create Automotive Technology web-site with links to industry and research.
á Recruiting will also be a priority, along with a strong emphasis on student retention.
á Support GCHS instructor in evaluation and design of Small Gas Engines curriculum.
á Develop a bi-monthly newsletter to mail to local repair facilities that features program graduates and a Òtech topicÓ that is written by program students.
Planning Continuous Improvement
á Complete work to bring automotive shop up to meet OSHA standards e.g., identify and organize adequate safe storage, containment area on outside oil storage, eliminate unsafe equipment including engine stands and vehicle lift, install vehicle ventilation system.
á Create a Service Counter to support real world customer service applications.
á Establish industry partnerships to enhance student learning through internship placement, equipment and tools, and curriculum development.
á Research alternative delivery options that shift Auto Mech I to the high school daytime program or offer it in the evening to prospective program students.
Projections: 2006+
á Investigate the cost of an additional instructor to cover the increase in student enrollment and demand for evening classes.
á Additional Shop Lab space Ð This may include renovation of present location or moving program to a much larger facility.
Additional pages to support:
o Prioritized list of new personnel, expanded positions, or position transfers with justification and budget
|
Item |
Cost |
Justification |
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Purchase 10 engine stands |
$125 per stand ($1,250) |
Current engine stands are unsafe. |
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Smart board, projector and laptop |
$7,500 |
Provide multi-media instruction to meet NATEF standard. |
o Prioritized equipment requests with justification and budget
|
Item |
Cost |
Justification |
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Purchase Floor Dynomometer And Test Drive Simulator |
$50,000 |
Support troubleshooting of emission control/monitoring systems and drivability problems on OBDII (1996 and newer) systems by allowing vehicles to complete drive cycles in Engine Performance classes |
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Engine Performance Trainer |
$15,000 |
Test the performance of all systems without having to test drive vehicle |
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2 Steering & Suspension Trainers |
$8,510ea
|
Support modularization of Suspension & Steering class |
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2 Enhanced Scan Tools |
$9,000 |
Serve increased enrollment |
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2 Oscilloscopes |
$2,000 |
Serve increased enrollment |
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Electrical equipment for Auto 105 |
$1,000 |
Wire Splice Tool Kit |
|
Air Bag Trainer |
$5,445 |
|
o Prioritized list of new projects with justification and budget
|
Item |
Cost |
Justification |
|
Complete the 2nd computer lab |
$11,000 |
á Material for wall - $2,000 á Ductwork - $3,000 á 8 tables $1345.40 with freight á 8 chairs - $475.20 á 2 computers - $2,500 á Installation of server and electrical supply - $1500 |
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Paint V122 and V112 Remove bookcases in V112 Purchase smaller tables |
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Create better learning environment
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Purchase 6 computers |
$7,200 |
Upgrade current lab computers |
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Exhaust Ventilation system in west shop |
$7,500 |
There is no ventilation in west shop |