Exam 1: Careers in the Automotive Industry

An expert technician who guides, encourages and counsels automotive students, who can explain things that may not be clear to them, and who stays in contact with them during their training and entry into the workforce is called a ______.

Where can all warranty information be found?

Technician A says cooperative education programs are typically two years in length. Technician B says students in cooperative education programs spend the first year in the classroom and the second year working in the field. Who is correct?

A hybrid vehicle has two separate sources of power. These two power sources can work together to move the vehicle or can power the vehicle on their own.

Writing accurate repair estimates is a responsibility of the ____________________.

What are the two warranties mandated by the federal government?

What is the difference between a mechanic and an automotive technician?

The BMW Step Program is an example of a(n) ______.

Technician A says a specialty shop works on only one brand of car. Technician B says specialty shops work on only one or two systems of the automobile. Who is correct?

Ongoing technical training and support are available from ______.

A large parts distribution center is commonly known as a(n) ____________________.

NAPA service centers are franchised repair shops.

Parts manufactured by the same company that built the vehicle or the company that supplied the parts to the manufacturer of the vehicle are called _____ parts.

Electricity travels at the speed of sound.

Normally, whose job is it to prepare a repair cost estimate for a customer?

Two technicians are discussing career opportunities. Technician A says working at a dealership helps one to develop into a well-rounded technician. Technician B says working at a dealership provides excellent opportunities for ongoing training. Who is correct?

What is the primary purpose of a job-shadowing program?

Technician A says some shops have technician teams, consisting of several technicians with different levels of expertise. Technician B says the lead tech is sort of the shop foreman of the team. Who is correct?

Today's technicians must have good ____________________ skills.

ASE certified technicians must be retested every _____ years to remain certified.