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Automotive
The Automotive program of study teaches high school CTE learners how to repair and refinish automobiles and service various types of vehicles. CTE students may learn to collect payment for services or supplies and perform typical vehicle maintenance procedures such as lubrication, oil changes, installation of antifreeze, or replacement of accessories like wiper blades or tires.
Work-Based Learning
- Join SkillsUSA or the Automotive Service Association
- Work at a local automotive repair or body shop
High School Certifications
- ASE Entry Level Automobile Maintenance and Light Repair (MR)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (AT)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Brakes (BR)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Electronic/Electrical Systems (EE)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Engine Performance (EP)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Engine Repair (ER)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Heating and Air Conditioning (AC)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Manual Drive Train and Axles (MD)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Service Technology
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Suspension and Steering (SS)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Mechanical and Electrical Components (ME)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair (SR)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Painting and Refinishing (PR)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Structural Analysis and Damage Repair
- ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
- Principles of Small Engine Technology Certification
- Small Engine Technology
Automotive Salary Information
| Occupation | Average Salary ↕ |
|---|---|
| Automotive Body and Related Repairers | $40,144 |
| Automotive Service Technician and Mechanics | $38,459 |
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Aviation Maintenance
The Aviation Maintenance program of study introduces high school CTE students to the occupations and education opportunities related to inspecting aircraft, maintenance procedures, air navigational aids, air traffic controls, and communications equipment to ensure conformance with federal safety regulations.
Work-Based Learning
- Participate in SkillsUSA
- Explore virtual aviation websites
- Seek part-time work at an airport, aviation services agency, or airline
High School Certifications
- Aerospace Manufacturing Certification
Aviation Maintenance Salary Information
| Occupation | Average Salary ↕ |
|---|---|
| Aircraft Mechanics and Technicians | $58,698 |
| Avionics Technicians | $59,114 |
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Diesel and Heavy Equipment
The Diesel and Heavy Equipment program of study teaches high school CTE students to diagnose, repair, modify, or redo mechanical and hydraulic equipment on crane, bulldozer, grader, conveyor, construction equipment, bus, and truck diesel engines.
Work-Based Learning
- Participate in SkillsUSA
- Volunteer or work part time for an engine repair shop
High School Certifications
- ASE Entry Level Automobile Maintenance and Light Repair (MR)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Engine Performance (EP)
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Engine Repair (ER)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair (SR)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Painting and Refinishing (PR)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision Structural Analysis and Damage Repair
- ASE Entry-Level Medium/Heavy Truck, Brakes (TB)
- ASE Entry-Level Medium/Heavy Truck, Diesel Engines (DE)
- ASE Entry-Level Medium/Heavy Truck, Electrical/Electronic Systems (TE)
- ASE Entry-Level Medium/Heavy Truck, Suspension and Steering (TS)
- ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
- Diesel Technology - Job Ready
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance and Repair - Job Ready
Diesel and Heavy Equipment Salary Information
| Occupation | Average Salary ↕ |
|---|---|
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | $44,574 |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | $47,299 |
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Distribution and Logistics
The Distribution and Logistics program of study teaches high school CTE students how to plan, coordinate, and direct people and operational plans related to distributed goods and services. Students learn how to manage daily operations and logistics personnel.
Work-Based Learning
- Join SkillsUSA, FBA, FBLA, or the Technology Student Association
- Intern at a distribution or warehousing center
High School Certifications
- Certified Logistics Technician (CLT)
Distribution and Logistics Salary Information
| Occupation | Average Salary ↕ |
|---|---|
| Logisticians | $72,210 |
| Supply Chain Managers | $113,110 |
| Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers | $89,045 |
| Purchasing Managers | $121,722 |
| Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products | $64,293 |