Part one of a two-part survey course designed for dual enrollment high school students who wish to explore automotive technology as a career path. When both courses are successfully completed the student will fulfill the Automotive Fundamentals requirement for admission into the Automotive program and will earn college units that can be applied towards a Certificate of Achievement or Associate Degree in Automotive Technology. NOTE: This course requires the student to be able to use hand tools that require a twisting motion, lifting objects that weigh a minimum of 35 pounds, and vision capabilities to read mechanical precision measurement tools (similar to reading 8 or 9 pt font from 6-12 inches away).