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2019-20Program ofStudyAutomotiveMaintenanceand LightRepairLevel 1Level 2Level 3Level 4Maintenanceand LightRepair I(C20H09)Maintenanceand LightRepair II(C20H10)Maintenance andLight Repair III(C20H11)-orDual EnrollmentAutomotiveMaintenance &Light Repair(C20H01)Maintenance andLight Repair IV(C20H12)-orDual EnrollmentAutomotiveMaintenance &Light rementInstrumentsCertification (allsubtests)IndustryCertification:Automotive ServiceExcellence StudentCertification:Maintenance &Light RepairDescriptionThe Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) program prepares students for entry into theautomotive service industry. Automobile service technicians apply technical knowledge and skills torepair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in brake systems,electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic andmanual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air condition systems.The National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) sets the nationwide standards forautomotive maintenance and repair education and training. The ASE Education Foundation supportsprograms through instructor training, accrediting programs, and building relationships betweenemployers and instructors. 1414Certifications through ASE Education Foundation were formerly awarded by National Automotive Technicians EducationFoundation (NATEF). The name changed on January 1, 2018. Retrieved from http://www.aseeducation.org/ aspx11

Job OutlookAccording to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, the overall national employment of automotivemaintenance technicians and collision repair related workers is projected to grow from 2016 to2026. Employment growth will be driven by increased demand for automotive work, but will vary byspecialty. Employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to grow sixpercent.15Chief among the reasons for this continuing job growth is the large and growing fleet of vehicles andtheir high average age. There are now more cars than ever in need of maintenance and repair.Based on U.S. Department of Transportation data, between 1997 and 2007, the U.S. auto fleetincreased by 25% to over 240 million registered vehicles. In 2015 the average age of registeredvehicles was 11.5 years old and has been increasing steadily since the 2008. Though the growth hasslowed with improving economic conditions this average is still increasing and was expected toreach 11.7 years by 2017. 16The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development projected 15,440 automotiveservice technicians being employed statewide in 2016. That will grow to 16,575 in 2026.17 Thisreflects a 7.40 % change in the occupation group in Tennessee for the period 2016 to 2026. Studentsin Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair may also pursue related careers such as bus and truckmechanics or farm equipment mechanics where there are a large number of annual averageopenings anticipated. While positions are available for technicians with a high school diploma andan ASE certification, larger employers and dealerships expect most technicians to have a two yeardegree in automotive repair. 1815Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2017-18 Edition. Retrieved echanics.htm16Franchise Help. Automotive Industry Analysis 2018 – Costs & Trends ssee Department of Labor and Workforce Development. (2018). Occupational Projections (Long-term). Retrieved fromhttps://www.jobs4tn.gov.18Myers, Kelly, June 29, 2018, Education Requirements for Auto Mechanics, Chron -mechanics-14930.html.12

Figure 1. Tennessee employment projections for automotive maintenance and light repair related occupationswith positive openings projected 2016-2026.19Occupation2016 Estimated 2026 Projected Total 2016 - 2026EmploymentAutomotive ServiceEmploymentTotal PercentMedianEmploymentChange 2016-SalaryChange202615,44016,5751,1357.40% 38,1807,7208,4257059.10% 43,4503,9054,31541510.60% 37,580Motorcycle Mechanics345355102.60% 37,450Farm Equipment69580010515.10% 35,230Technicians andMechanicsBus and Truck Mechanicsand Diesel EngineSpecialistsAutomotive Body andRelated RepairersMechanics and ServiceTechnicians19Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development. (2018). Occupational Projections (Long-term). Retrieved fromhttps://www.jobs4tn.gov.13

Figure 2. National trends for occupations related to Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics 2016-26.20EmploymentUnited States20PercentChangeProjectedAnnual JobOpenings20162026Automotive ServiceTechnicians andMechanics749,900795,800 6%75,600Automotive Body andRelated Repairers160,400174,100 9%17,100Bus and TruckMechanics and DieselEngine Specialists278,800304,600 9%28,200Farm EquipmentMechanics and serviceTechnicians42,50045,700 8%4,500Career One Stop. (2018). Occupation Profile, State and National Trends. Retrieved 3.0014

Figure 3. The map below shows the 2024 Projected Employment for Automotive Service Technicians andMechanics in Tennessee by workforce development regions.21Openings for automotive service technicians are available across the state with greaterconcentrations in urban and surrounding areas. (See Figure 3). While the demand is high, theoutlook for automotive service technicians and tire repairers and changers statewide is stillcompetitive. More training and certifications lead to more job opportunities. 22Related occupations requiring associates or bachelor’s degrees include mechanical and electricalengineers and technicians. These engineers and technicians may find opportunity in the largeautomotive manufacturing industry in Tennessee. A study by the Brookings Institution found thatTennessee has more than 900 automotive-related manufacturers. In fact, most Tennessee countieshave at least one automotive-related manufacturer (80 out of 95).23 Figure 4 illustrates thewidespread presence of automotive manufacturing in Tennessee.21Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development. (2018). Occupational Projections (Long-term). Retrieved fromhttps://www.jobs4tn.gov.22Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development. (2018). Occupational Projections (Long-term). Retrieved fromhttps://www.jobs4tn.gov.23Muro, M., Andes, S., Fikri, K., Ross, M., Lee, J., Ruiz, N., and Marchio, N., (4 Oct. 2013). Drive! Moving Tennessee’s AutomotiveSector UP the Value Chain. Retrieved from nnessees-automotive-sectorup-the-value-chain/15

Figure 4. Location of industries and businesses in Tennessee devoted to auto manufacturing or supply. 80 outof 95 counties have at least one automotive business or industry. 24Postsecondary OpportunitiesUpon completion of this program of study, students will be prepared to enter the workforce or tofurther their training at postsecondary institutions. 25 While a high school diploma is typically theminimum requirement for an automotive service technician, many employers prefer, and somerequire, mechanics with ASE certifications and/or training from a postsecondary institution.Automotive Technology programs are available at technical and community colleges acrossTennessee. Long term on-the-job training is essential for an individual to become fully qualified inthe occupation.ASE Entry Level Certifications, formerly called Student Certifications, may be obtained any timeduring the third or fourth level course. No work requirements are necessary to sit for the exam.Additionally, students completing the MLR program of study through an ASE-accredited programmay work in a repair shop and receive work experience to count toward the requirements for ASECertification at the professional level. Students may gain job experience while still in high schoolthrough local and CTSO competitions and work-based learning. Dual credit/dual enrollmentsopportunities may be established with local postsecondary institutions.The chart below outlines the related career opportunities and the training necessary for each.Students who are interested in pursuing related study in a four year university may seek bachelor’sdegrees in mechanical or electrical engineering. In response to the large automotive manufacturing24Map produced by Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. Retrieved -plans-automotive-engineeringconcentration/?mc cid edf4e54454&mc eid a30e70b6c6.25Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2017-18 Edition, Retrieved echanics.htm16

presence in Tennessee, the University of Tennessee at Knoxville has a graduate concentration inAutomotive Manufacturing and Technology. 26Figure 5. Postsecondary PathwaysHigh School Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair Program of StudyIndustryCertifications Automotive ServiceExcellence (ASE)StudentCertificationsMaintenance &Light RepairCTSO CompetitiveEvents SkillsUSAWork-basedLearning: motiveTechnology Tennessee Collegesof AppliedTechnology in 23locationsAutomotiveService Technology Chattanooga State Northeast StateMechanicalMaintenanceFundamentals Cleveland StateMechanicalSystemsAssociatesAutomotive ServiceTechnology Southwest TN Northeast State Lincoln College ofTechnology:Nashville Southern AdventistUniversityMechanicalEngineeringTechnology Southwest TN Pellissippi StateElectricalEngineeringTechnology Chattanooga State Nashville StateHybrid & ElectricVehicle Technology Southwest TN TCAT CrossvilleBachelorsMechanical orElectricalEngineering Tennessee State Tennessee Tech Univeristy ofMemphis University ofTennessee atChattanooga LipscombUniversity Christian BrothersUniversity Union University University ofTennesseeHigh School Diploma Automotive servicetechnicians ( 38,180) Tire repairers andchangers ( 34,510)Certificate Automotive servicetechnicians ( 38,180) Bus and truck mechanicsand diesel enginespecialists ( 43,450) Mobile heavy equipmentmechanics exceptengines ( 44,420) Automotive body andrelated repairers( 37,580)Associates Automotive servicetechnicians ( 38,180) Electrical and electronicsengineering technicians( 55,990) Mechanical engineeringtechnicians ( 52,100)Bachelors Mechanical engineers( 83,260) Electrical engineers( 89,100)Current Secondary LandscapeIn the 2017-18 School Year, 11,466 students were enrolled in an Automotive Maintenance and LightRepair course. This is 92 more students than during the 2016-17 when 11,374 students enrolled inUniversity of Tennessee at Knoxville. (11 Jan 2016) UT Announces Plans to Begin Automotive Engineering Concentration.Retrieved at -automotive-engineeringconcentration/?mc cid edf4e54454&mc eid a30e70b6c6.2617

an Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair course. This is a six percent increase over enrollmentin 2014-15.After past growth in the number of programs offered, the current year has seen a reduction in thenumber of schools offering the Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair program of study. Theprogram was offered in 134 schools in 2016-17 which grew to 142 in 2017-18 and has fallen to 130for the 2018-19 school year.Figure 6. Open Enrollment Analysis, Schools offering Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair POS. 27SYAutomotive Maintenance and Light -19130Figure 7. Student Enrollment for Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair POS Courses. aland Light Repairand Light Repairand Lightand LightEnrollmentIIIRepair IIIRepair IVAutomotiveMaintenance &Light 4336Tennessee Department of Education. (2018). Student Enrollment Data. Retrieved from TN DOE calculation of studentenrollment data.28 Tennessee Department of Education. (2018). Student Enrollment Data. Retrieved from TN DOE calculation of studentenrollment data.2718

Figure 8. Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Concentrators. 29SYAutomotive Maintenance and Light Repair -181441 (projected)RecommendationNo changes as this time.2020-21Program ofStudyAutomotiveMaintenanceand LightRepairLevel 1Level 2Level 3Level 4Maintenanceand LightRepair I(C20H09)Maintenanceand LightRepair II(C20H10)Maintenance andLight Repair III(C20H11)-orDual EnrollmentAutomotiveMaintenance &Light Repair(C20H01)Maintenance andLight Repair IV(C20H12)-orDual EnrollmentAutomotiveMaintenance &Light rementInstrumentsCertification (allsubtests)IndustryCertification:Automotive ServiceExcellence StudentCertification:Maintenance &Light RepairTennessee Department of Education. (2018). Student Enrollment Data. Retrieved from TN DOE calculation of studentenrollment data.2919

ReferencesAutomotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation. National Institute for Automotive ServiceExcellence Press Release. (4 February 2018). NATEF and AYES Formed New Organization.Retrieved from xBureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2017-18Edition, Retrieved from ics.htmCareer One Stop. (2018). Occupation Profile, State and National Trends. Retrieved 1.00Franchise Help. Automotive Industry Analysis 2018 – Costs and Trends. Retrieved utomotive-industry-analysis-2018-costtrends/.Muro, M., Andes, S., Fikri, K., Ross, M., Lee, J., Ruiz, N., and Marchio, N. (4 Oct. 2013). Drive! MovingTennessee’s Automotive Sector UP the Value Chain. Retrieved yers, Kelly. (June 29, 2018). Education Requirements for Auto Mechanics, Chron. Retrieved to-mechanics-14930.html.Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. Map. Retrieved lans-automotive-engineeringconcentration/?mc cid edf4e54454&mc eid a30e70b6c6.Tennessee Department of Education. (2018). Student Enrollment Data. Retrieved from TN DOEcalculation of student enrollment data.Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development, Jobs4TN Online. (2018). OccupationalProjections (Long-term). Retrieved from https://www.jobs4tn.gov20

University of Tennessee at Knoxville. (11 Jan 2016). UT Announces Plans to Begin AutomotiveEngineering Concentration. Retrieved from automotive-engineering-concentration/?mc cid edf4e54454&mc eid a30e70b6c621

2019-20Program ofStudyLevel 1Level 2Level 3Level 4Aviation FlightIntroduction toAerospace(C20H15)Aviation I:Principles ofFlight(C20H16)Aviation II:Advanced Flight(C20H18)-orDual EnrollmentAviation Flight(C20H03)Work-BasedLearning: CareerPracticum(C20H17)-orDual EnrollmentAviation Flight(C20H03)DescriptionAviation Flight is a pathway intended to prepare students to be successful in a range of aviationcareers, such as pilots, aircraft engineers, air traffic control specialists, aircraft mechanics, or airlinestatisticians. Course content covers the knowledge and skills of all aspects of flight needed to passthe Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Private Pilot written exam, including aircraft structures,flight environment, procedures and regulations, aerodynamics of flight, judgment training,navigation, communications, and more. Upon completion of this program of study, students will beprepared to take the FAA Private Pilot written exam and will be able to advance more quicklythrough the training hours typically required to solo in an aircraft after graduating. Students maygain related job experience while still in high school through work-based learning and local andCTSO competitions. Dual credit/dual enrollment opportunities may be established with localpostsecondary institutions.Job OutlookAir Transportation WorkersAmongst the air transportation workers occupation groups projected to grow in Tennessee between2016 and 2026 are commercial pilots at 29.40%, aerospace engineering at 15.30%, and aircraftmechanics and service technicians at 4.5%. Avionics technicians are a smaller group that is notexpected to have employment growth. All of the above mentioned occupation groups range inaverage salary from 56,300 to 86,440. Other occupation groups include air traffic controllers,airline pilots, copilots, flight engineers, and first-li

Students who obtain the ASE student certification may be able to articulate hours at TCAT. Students may gain job experience while still in high school through local and CTSO competitions and work-based learning. The chart below outlines the related career opportunities and the training necessary for each. While