Welcome to the Franklin-Essex-Hamilton BOCES
Established July 29, 1948

North Franklin Educational Center Auto Technology Program

Auto Technology is a training program that prepares the student for an entry-level position in the field of automotive repair or continuing education at a technical college.  The student will develop a broad understanding of the scientific principles of the various systems used in the automobile and light truck.   Training is in the areas of diagnosis, repair and preventative maintenance.

Our fleet of training vehicles provides the student with hands-on applications of skills in all technical areas ranging form basic safety and maintenance to computer control systems.  The class also operates a service clinic for the real world of work performances and students participate in a work-study program with area automotive businesses. 

Auto Technology students can apply to receive credit at the following institutions:

Canton Tech - 3 credits
SUNY Delhi - 5 credits

Career Opportunities include:

Automotive diagnostic, alignment or other specialty technician
Auto Body repair person
Brake, parts or front end specialist
Line technician
Car reconditioner
Service manager
Parts distributor
Entrepreneurship
Postsecondary Education

Units of Study include:

Intro to Automotive Trades
Preventative Maintenance/Safety
Front/Rear Suspension
Engine Theory/Troubleshooting/Basic Repair
Basic Automotive Electricity
Electrical Systems
Emission Controls
Theory/Repair, Fuel Systems
Theory/Repair Cooling and Lubrication Systems
Basic Brake Systems
Power and Specialized Tools Equipment
NYS Auto Inspections
Basic Auto Body Skills
Vehicle Prep