Course Standards

2026-2027 Academic Year

DRAFT CMS until August 14, 2026.

IT11 Automotive Service Fundamentals

Course Type: Adopted

Course Outcomes:

  1. Properly lift a vehicle.
  2. Properly use tools and shop equipment.
  3. Perform basic engine oil and filter service.
  4. Inspect vehicle lighting.
  5. Properly jumpstart a vehicle and replace a 12-volt battery.

Standard/Objective NumberStandard/ObjectiveCourse WeightRBT Designation
1.00Understand automotive career pathways, opportunities, and workflow.13%B2 Understand Conceptual
1.01Understand automotive service career pathways, certifications, and SkillsUSA.5%B2 Understand Conceptual
1.02Understand durable employability skills and the automotive service repair process.5%C2 Understand Procedural
1.03Understand the technicians responsibilities in the automotive service process.3%B2 Understand Conceptual
2.00Apply safe practices and proper use of tools and equipment.34%C3 Apply Procedural
2.01Understand personal, shop, and vehicle safety.11%B2 Understand Conceptual
2.02Apply procedures to properly lift a vehicle.4%C3 Apply Procedural
2.03Understand cleaners, fluids, and lubricants used in automotive shops.3%B2 Understand Conceptual
2.04Apply procedures to achieve and maintain a clean and organized workspace.3%C3 Apply Procedural
2.05Apply procedures to properly use hand and power tools.7%C3 Apply Procedural
2.06Understand various types of shop equipment.3%B2 Understand Conceptual
2.07Apply procedures to properly use measuring tools.3%C3 Apply Procedural
3.00Understand powertrain systems and components.22%B2 Understand Conceptual
3.01Understand vehicle fuels and configurations.3%B2 Understand Conceptual
3.02Understand engine components, configurations, and operations5%B2 Understand Conceptual
3.03Understand drivetrain components and configurations.3%B2 Understand Conceptual
3.04Apply procedures to inspect and service powertrain fluids.11%C3 Apply Procedural
4.00Understand suspension, steering, and basic brake systems.17%C3 Apply Procedural
4.01Understand types of suspension and steering systems.3%B2 Understand Conceptual
4.02Understand brake components and configurations.4%B2 Understand Conceptual
4.03Apply procedures for basic brake visual inspection and tire rotation.10%C3 Apply Procedural
5.00Understand vehicle lighting, wiper operation, basic battery service, and heating and air conditioning systems.14%C3 Apply Procedural
5.01Apply procedures to inspect vehicle lighting, warning indicators, and wiper operation.5%C3 Apply Procedural
5.02Apply procedures to jump-start a vehicle and replace a 12-volt battery.6%C3 Apply Procedural
5.03Understand heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) components and configurations.3%B2 Understand Conceptual