Auto Banner

Automotive Repair Technology is currently offered at Burgard Vocational High School

Students explore engine, brake, chassis, and transmission repair on a variety of late model vehicles. In a state-of-the-art auto shop, aspiring mechanics learn the technical skills needed to diagnose and repair problems with today’s sophisticated automobiles and perform New York State Inspections. Students in this program will be prepared to pursue careers as automotive mechanics, technicians, and parts specialists.

Students in auto repair technology have the opportunity to enroll in the Advanced Manufacturing Program. Advanced Manufacturing Program (AMP) is an Early College Program​, dedicated to advanced manufacturing in the fields of automotive repair technology, precision machining, and welding. The program offers students the opportunity to earn up to 18 college credits at no cost to them or their parents, through a dual enrollment format. The college partner for the AMP program is Alfred State College.

Program Course Sequence

9th Grade
Career & Financial Management

single period

10th Grade
Automotive Repair Technology 10

double period

11th Grade
Automotive Repair Technology 11

double period

12th Grade
Automotive Repair Technology 12

double period

working on car

changing a tire

auto work order

Areas of Study

Career Options

Work-Based Learning

  • Break Service

  • Suspension System Service

  • Lighting & Electrical Systems

  • Steering Service

  • Heating and Cooling

  • Vehicle Maintenance

  • Engine Repair

  • Auto Mechanic

  • Part Specialist

  • Small Engine Mechanic

  • Auto Technician

  • Detailer

  • Tire Service/Repairperson

  • School-based enterprise

  • Job Shadowing

  • Service Learning

  • Industry-Based Projects

  • Mayor's Summer Youth Internship

  • Guest Speakers

  • Industry Tours

  • Paid or Unpaid Internships

Articulation Agreements

Suny Erie Logo

Courses:
AU 150 - Into to Auto Technology - 2 credits
AND
AU 268 - NYS Inspection - 1 credit

Alfred State Logo

Course: Waiving of Specific First Year Requirements Based on Individual Student Proficiency

Advanced Manufacturing Program

Alfred State Logo

Students who are in the Advanced Manufacturing Program are dually enrolled in the following Alfred State College Course:

AUTO 1109 - Brakes, Steering, and Suspension Systems - 9 college credits - enrolled during Auto Repair 11 and 12

To find out more about this program please contact the Career and Technical Education Office at 716-816-3700

For registration information: Visit Buffalo Schools' Student Placement & Registration Department

Follow Buffalo Schools CTE on Social Media