Education America, Automotive program in Blairsville 2000. In this advanced course of study, students prepare to function as automatic transmission mechanics, equipped with the basic understanding and skills required to diagnose, disassemble, inspect, repair, overhaul and assemble automatic transmissions. Students become familiar with the construction and design of many types of automatic transmissions used by automobile manufacturers. The correct use of tools and equipment used in automatic transmission repairs and overhauls are covered.
Students also learn the techniques for troubleshooting automatic transmissions.
Students prepare with classroom and in-shop practice sessions. Experienced students can update their skills or add automatic transmission training to their other automotive skills. Students are required to have either a vocational high school diploma or postsecondary diploma in mechanics. Applicants with mechanical experience must furnish proof of training. If no proof of training is available, students must pass an entrance exam given by a member of the Education Department.