Program Info
Automotive Services
Automotive Technology is one of the fastest changing technologies of our time. The demand for qualified Automobile Technicians has never been greater or the opportunities have never been better. Today, the Automobile Technicians are some of the best paid of any of the skilled trades.
We, at the Houston County Career Academy in the Automobile Technologies Department, want to prepare you for a technical career in the Automotive Profession.
Skills Developed in the Automotive Department:
Teamwork
Leadership
Time Management
Problem Solving
Responsibility
Independence
Safety
Decision Making
Topics Covered:
Automotive Safety Practices
Brakes and Brake Systems
Electrical and Electronic Systems
Engine Performance
Suspension and Steering
Tools and Equipment
Engine Repair
Heating and Air Conditioning
Manual Drive Train and Axles
About Teacher
Monty McCullough
Phone: 334-673-3180
Email: mccullough.monty@hcboe.us
Degrees and Certifications:
ASE Master Certified Automobile Technician
ASE Maintenance & Light Repair
Ford Certified Senior Master Technician
Ford Certified Diesel Master Technician
Skills USA
SkillsUSA
Mission Statement:
SkillsUSA empowers its members to become world-class workers, leaders and responsible American citizens. SkillsUSA improves the quality of our nation’s future skilled workforce through the development of Framework skills that include personal, workplace and technical skills grounded in academics.
SkillsUSA serves more than 335,000 students and instructors annually. This includes 19,500 instructors who join as professional members. Including alumni, SkillsUSA membership totals over 395,000. SkillsUSA has served more than 12.5 million annual members cumulatively since 1965.