LivingstonAreaCareerCenter
Vocational I and II Auto Technology
Syllabus/Classroom Management Plan
Instructor: Mr. Charles Prong
School Address:1100 Indiana Ave., Pontiac, IL61764
Classroom: Room 118
Prep Hour:4th Hour
Office Hours: After School:Please call for an appointment.
School Telephone: (815) 844-6113
Auto Shop Extension: 239
PTHS Website: http://
LACC Website:
E Mail:
Course Fee:As per PTHS and LACC Schedule
Open Door Policy:I will meet with a student at your convenience as long as I am available. I encourage students with concerns to see me so I can assist with a solution.
Students Rights and Responsibilities:All PTHS Auto Repair policies have been acknowledged by the PTHS Administration and are aligned with the current student handbook. It is the student’s responsibility to maintain your copy. Handbooks can be replaced at the PTHS Office.
Program Philosophy:My objective is that each student should have the opportunity to achieve any goal you’ve set for yourself in the automotive field in a clean and friendly working environment. Your hard work will determine your actual success. There is no substitute for hard work and dedication!
Curriculum Presentation:The PTHS/LACC Auto Repair/Technology Classes will feature a variety of instructional methods including:
Individual reading and writing assignments, diagnostic case studies, videos, guest speakers, power point lectures, demonstrations, field trips, automotive repair competitions, and hands on lab activities.
Reasonable Accommodations:If you have a special need that requires accommodations or assistance, please inform me as soon as possible. Specific accommodations can be obtained by request.
Instructional Materials:Textbook: ModernAutomotive Technology by James Duffy; Supplemental Materials: ASE Check Chart Study Guides, Instructor made Handouts
Required Attire:Safety Glasses, Work Shirt, Work Pants/Coveralls
Recommended Attire:Safety Shoes/Boots, hand soap
Vocational Auto Technology I Course Description:
This course is designed for juniors and seniors interested in understanding, maintaining, and performing minor or major repairs to their vehicle. Vocational Auto I is divided up into 65% practical and 35% theory. The classroom activities include the integration of math, reading, communication, logical thinking, and teamwork. Lab activities include identification of tools, removal and installation of parts, and the systematic diagnosis of automobiles. Most major systems of a vehicle will be studied. This course is a prelude to Vocational Auto II, offered by the Livingston Area Vocational Center. The student will be expected to develop good habits in the areas of work ethic, cooperation, attendance, attitude, leadership, and organization. This course is prelude to Vocational Auto II.
Vocational Auto Technology II Course Description:
Vocational Auto II is an extension of Vocational Auto I. This course will prepare a student for an entry-level position in the field of auto repair or additional schooling. College, trade school representatives, and other guest speakers are a part of Vocational II. Classroom activities include group projects, individual critical thinking activities, and study materials used by the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence). Lab activities include a challenging list of automotive repair items. Some students will repair their own vehicles in Vocational II Autos. This course is 50% theory and 50% practical.
Electronic Communications:
Cell phones, I-Pods, I-Pads, or other electronic devices are not to be on your person after 7:50. Such devices will be collected in accordance with school policy.
Academic Honesty:
Plagiarism is presenting the work of others as yours. Cheating is gaining an advantage for any course not covered by plagiarism (i.e. getting a quiz answer from another student’s paper.) Cheating is also the act of letting another student procure your answers for their own. Cheating and plagiarism are considered unethical. Violations of academic honesty issues are covered in the handbook.
Special Needs Accommodations:
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)of 1975 provides accommodations for students who have been identified with learning disabilities. A list of these accommodations will be provided upon request.
Absenteeism:
One of the best and easiest ways to establish yourself as a responsible and dependable individual is you High School Attendance Record. For many employers, this is the first thing they’ll ask about (even before grades). Set yourself up for success and get to school.
Make Up Work:
Make up work procedures will follow the PTHS Student Handbook Guidelines.
In General:
Excused Absence:
-You have as many days as you missed to make up all work
-You may make up in class activities
-You may not make up class participation
Unexcused Absence:
-All work is due the following day BEFORE class.
-You may not make up participation work
Suspension:
-Someone is required to pick up your assigned work in the office during your suspension
-All work is due BEFORE class the day you return
-You may not make up participation work
Truant: You will receive a zero for all work due.
Grading Procedures:
LACC Grading Scale:Final Grade Determined by:
92 – 100ASemester Grade80%
91 - 84BFinal Exam20%
83 - 77CFinal Grade 100%
Below 65F
IncompleteI
GradeDetermined by:
Participation 20%
Homework 5%
Shop Notebook 10% (1 grade per semester)
ASE Test Prep 5%
Review Quiz10%
Quiz 20%
Lab Grade 30%
Semester Grade 100%
Participation:
Participation is doing what you’re supposed to be doing. There will be a participation grade given daily. This includes (but is not limited to): lab, seatwork, lecture notes, resumes and interviews, work keys, field trips, and the LACC Fundraiser.
Homework:
All homework is due as requested. Any late homework will be deducted 5% daily.
Shop Notebook:
An organized shop notebook will maintained throughout this class. It will be graded once a semester.
ASE Test Prep:
ASE stands for Automotive Service Excellence. This is the standard that all successful automotive technicians must meet. The ASE tests consist of nine different automotive categories. We will study six. ASE test prep will help you prepare for the Ford AAA test and the Skills USA test.
Review Quizzes:
Review quizzes are verbal quizzes given the day after lecture.
Quizzes:
Quizzes will generally be given each Friday. It will cover lecture, activity, and lab work for the week.
Labs:
Lab packets will be handed out at the beginning of each lab unit. You are responsible for maintaining your lab packet in your shop notebook.
General Class Procedures:
Monday: Lab Day (Attendance; Announcements; Highlight this week’s topic)
Tuesday: Lecture Day (Attendance/Lecture/Activity)
Block Days: Lab day.
Friday: Quiz/Lab clean-up (Attendance; Announcements; Quiz; Lab Clean-up)
Revised 8/11