High School: Auto Mechanic - Travel Readiness Intensive
Course Overview
Tuition Cost: $500
Summer in Alaska almost beckons us to hit the open road, driving off into the not-quite-sunset. It’s a freeing feeling, but one that can quickly turn into feeling trapped if our vehicles break down along the roadside. This intensive focuses on the preparations drivers should make for longer trips & the repairs & actions they should take if they encounter some of the most common problems along the way.
Students will develop the skills needed to conduct a thorough pre-trip inspection of their vehicles, ensuring safety and reliability on the road. Through hands-on learning, they will gain practical experience with essential automotive systems, identifying common issues and their solutions. This course also explores the science behind key vehicle functions, helping students understand how and why these systems work. Collaborative activities will reinforce teamwork and shared problem-solving, preparing students for a safer, more confident season on the road. Issues addressed will include:
- Wheels & tires
- Fluids checks
- Brakes
- Electronics
- Field repairs
- Roadside assistance procedures
- Emergency kits
Our courses meet the requirements for credit & can qualify for credit transfer as shown below. Please note - transfer of credit is always at the discretion of the receiving school.
1/2 Elective Credit OR
1/2 Mathematics Credit OR
1/2 Elective Mathematics Credit
Determination of Credit:
Each intensive will include two primary components:
- 32 hours of in-person instruction at the NIT shop
- Completion of the Student Workbook
Student workbooks are developed using NIT’s curriculum and will include reading assignments, vocabulary and key concept reviews, independent exercises, embedded video content with required responses, knowledge checks, safety highlights, and a final independent written project.
These workbooks are designed to provide a thorough overview of the subject matter, supporting both asynchronous learning and individual skill development.
*Cancellation Policy: cancellations must be made up to three business days before the start of class to receive a refund. Â Registrants that do not provide three business days notice of cancellation or rescheduling will be billed in full.
High School: Auto Travel Readiness Intensive 7/14 – 7/17
Schedule Monday – Thursday 8:00AM to 5:00PM daily (one-hour lunch break 12:00-1:00PM) Course Overview Summer in Alaska almost beckons us to hit the open road, driving off into the not-quite-sunset. ...
The following information applies to all NIT vocational programs, and any continued education programs exceeding 80 hours:
It is the applicant’s responsibility to secure funding or provide payment for tuition and any training related costs. Additional costs not included in this price are, but not limited to: drug test and physicals, transportation, room and board, child care, etc.
An applicant may apply at any time but may enter class only on specified starting dates. Classes have limited enrollment. If you have questions about our classes and course schedules, please contact us at 907-357-6400.