Catawba Valley Community College

On-the-job Training

• Safety
  • Wear appropriate safety gear depending on the task at hand.
  • Follow waste disposal guidelines according to federal and state guidelines.
  • Maintain a clean work area.
  • Follow vehicles precaution to secure in place before resumming work.
• Automatic Transmission and Transaxle
  • Inspect, adjust, and replace external manual valve shift linkage, transmission range sensor/switch, and park/neutral position switch.
• Engine Repair
  • Install engine covers using gaskets, seals, and sealers as required.
  • Perform common fastener and thread repair, to include: remove broken bolt, restore internal and external threads, and repair internal threads with thread insert.
  • Remove, inspect, and replace thermostat and gasket/seal.
• Inspect Vehicle for Needed Repairs
  • Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
  • Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
  • Inspect gas systems or components to identify leaks or other potential hazards.
  • Estimate costs for labor or materials.
  • Confer with customers or users to assess problems.
• Manual Drive Train and Axles
  • Inspect and replace external seals.
  • Inspect, adjust, and repair transfer case manual shifting mechanisms, bushings, mounts, levers, and brackets.
  • Inspect, adjust, and replace external manual valve shift linkage, transmission range sensor/switch, and park/neutral position switch.
  • Inspect, service, and replace drive shaft center support bearings
• Suspension and steering
  • Inspect and replace power steering hoses and fittings.
  • Inspect, remove, and replace shock absorbers; inspect mounts and bushings.
  • Describe the function of suspension and steering control systems and components, (i.e. active suspension, and stability control).
  • Dismount, inspect, and remount tire on wheel; balance wheel and tire assembly.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of steps required to remove and replace sensors in a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) including relearn procedure.
  • Dismount, inspect, and remount tire on wheel equipped with tire pressure monitoring system sensor.
  • Remove and replace power steering pump; inspect pump mounting and attaching brackets; remove and replace power steering pump pulley; transfer related components.
  • Identify indirect and direct tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS); calibrate system; verify operation of instrument panel lamps.
  • Repair tire following vehicle manufacturer approved procedure.
• Brakes
  • Describe procedure for performing a road test to check brake system operation,including an anti-lock brake system (ABS).
  • Check master cylinder for external leaks and proper operation.
  • Bleed and/or flush brake system.
  • Remove, clean, and inspect brake drum; measure brake drum diameter; determine serviceability.
  • Refinish brake drum and measure final drum diameter; compare with specifications.
  • Remove, clean, and inspect brake shoes, springs, pins, clips, levers, adjusters/selfadjusters, other related brake hardware, and backing support plates; lubricate and reassemble.
  • Inspect wheel cylinders for leaks and proper operation; remove and replace as needed.
  • Pre-adjust brake shoes and parking brake; install brake drums or drum/hub assemblies and wheel bearings; make final checks and adjustments.
  • Remove and clean caliper assembly; inspect for leaks and damage/wear; determine necessary action.
  • Inspect caliper mounting and slides/pins for proper operation, wear, and damage; determine necessary action.
  • Remove, inspect, and/or replace pads and retaining hardware; determine necessary action.
  • Lubricate and reinstall caliper, pads, and related hardware; seat brake pads and inspect for leaks.
  • Clean and inspect rotor and mounting surface, measure rotor thickness, thickness variation, and lateral runout; determine necessary action.
  • Remove and reinstall/replace rotor.
  • Refinish rotor off vehicle; measure final rotor thickness and compare with specifications.
  • Retract and re-adjust caliper piston on an integral parking brake system.
  • Describe importance of operating vehicle to burnish/break-in replacement brake pads according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
  • Remove, clean, inspect, repack, and install wheel bearings; replace seals; install hub and adjust bearings.
  • Identify operation of electric-hydraulic assist system; check system for leaks and operation.
  • Identify operation of hydro-boost assist system; check system for leaks and operation.
• Harassment training
  • Discourage harassment
  • Allow victims to report abuse
  • Prevent retaliation by abusers
  • Ensure swift resolution of complaints
  • Promote a harassment-free work culture