NASCAR Technical
Institute
NASCAR
Technician Training
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Shift
your technician career into high gear.
UTI Inc, through its NASCAR Technical Institute,
is the first technical training school to combine automotive
and NASCAR technology. Take advantage of over half a
century of racing heritage and get the specialized,
hands-on NASCAR training you need.
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NASCAR Technical
Institute Course Info
Here
are some brief course desctiptions. For more information please
click on one of the "Request More Info" links above. If
you fill in and submit the form, someone from the Institute will
contact you to answer your questions.
Automotive
Engines & Repair
Introduction to automotive engines including theory, construction
and overhaul procedures. You will learn how to diagnose and repair
engine blocks, inspect crankshafts, cylinder heads, inspect and
repair valve trains, use repair and labor rate manuals, and generate
repair orders.
Fuel
& Ignition Systems
You will be trained in the proper techniques of how to test fuel
pumps and crankcase ventilation systems, in addition to learning
how to use an exhaust analyzer and an ignition oscilloscope. You
will also gain knowledge to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair GM
driveability problems. Application, testing and diagnosis of fuel
and emission control systems will be applied. You will learn the
operation of ignition scopes with applied diagnosis and testing.
Driveability
& Emissions
You will understand the proper techniques and be able to diagnose
and troubleshoot emission components. The proper procedure to use
hand-held scanners, and how to retrieve vehicle trouble codes will
be stressed. You will also learn how to troubleshoot, diagnose,
and repair driveability problems on Ford, Chrysler, and import vehicles,
how to diagnose systems and test vehicle components. Diagnosis and
repair of live vehicles using electronic test equipment will be
performed.
Automotive
Power Trains
You will learn how to diagnose and repair clutch problems, troubleshoot,
diagnose, service and repair driveline problems. You will become
skilled at proper tear down, inspection, diagnose and reassembly
of standard transmissions. In addition, you will learn how to properly
tear down, inspect and reassemble drive-axle assemblies, diagnose
and service four-wheel drive assemblies, properly remove, disassemble,
inspect, repair and reassemble manual transaxle assemblies.
Brakes
You will be taught how to correctly diagnose and repair hydraulic
assemblies, troubleshoot and repair drum brake assemblies, troubleshoot
and repair disc brakes. In addition, you will learn the correct
techniques to diagnose, inspect and replace power brake assemblies,
diagnose and inspect ABS components.
Climate
Control
You will learn safety procedures and how to apply them when working
with refrigeration systems. This includes learning how to safely
handle refrigerants and refrigerant oil, identifying refrigeration
components, and following current EPA regulations. The proper use
of leak detectors for the inspection of refrigeration systems and
how to safely evacuate a system using the proper equipment will
be stressed. You will ascertain knowledge in the proper procedures
to retrofit a vehicle with different refrigerant, diagnose and troubleshoot
a system using pressure readings and temperatures, diagnose and
repair heater and vacuum systems, and electrical and Auto Temperature
Control systems. Service and repair of A/C components in compliance
with EPA Section 609 regulations is emphasized.
Automatic
Transmissions
You will be trained how to diagnose and troubleshoot hydraulic systems,
torque converters and transmission components and then be able to
perform the necessary adjustments to components. You will also learn
how to disassemble, inspect, repair and reassemble an automatic
transmission and how to properly perform testing on a dynamometer.
Electronic
Fundamentals
This course is designed to provide Applied General Education subjects
for success in this occupation as an Auto/Diesel/Industrial Technician.
You will learn how to perform calculations on circuits using Ohm's
law and how to use the proper test equipment to correctly troubleshoot
electrical circuits. You will become skilled using the correct procedures
to troubleshoot problems, isolate problems using vehicle electrical
schematics, learn how to perform battery testing using test equipment,
troubleshoot, inspect and repair starter problems using lab projects.
Electronic
Technology
This course is designed to provide Applied General Education subjects
for success in this occupation as an Auto/Diesel/Industrial Technician.
You will be taught principles of the charging system, primary and
secondary electronic ignition circuits including sensors, actuators,
microprocessors, comfort and convenience systems. Projects include
diagnosis and repair using live vehicles and simulators. You will
learn the correct use of a digital multimeter (DMM), logic probe,
hand-held scanner and oscilloscope. You will gain knowledge of how
to diagnose, inspect and repair charging systems, accessory systems
such as power windows, seats, and cruise controls, and you will
troubleshoot, inspect and repair electronic ignition systems and
engine management systems.
Electronic
Diagnostics
You will learn the principles of specific system circuit diagnosis
using wiring and schematic diagrams for electrical/electronic supply
circuits and electronic control circuits, collision avoidance, hybridpowered
vehicles, as well as engine and transmission control system diagnostics.
You will ascertain how to diagnose, inspect and repair various components
within these systems.
Professional
Applications
You will learn and be able to demonstrate good customer relation
skills, both person-to-person and by telephone, how to correctly
complete repair orders, and effectively deal with difficult customers.
You will also learn to perform the duties of a supervisor or manager.
In addition, you will be taught how to correctly troubleshoot, diagnose,
inspect, and repair electronic suspension systems, electronic transmission
controls, ABS systems, four-wheel drive, traction control system,
supplemental restraint systems, global positioning systems, and
electronic controlled vehicles.
Advanced
Diagnostic Systems
You will ascertain diagnostic techniques for today's vehicles, using
computers and computer-aided systems. Live vehicles and data retrieval
systems are used in lab exercise. You will learn how to correctly
perform various tasks using acquired computer skills for diagnostics
and data retrieval. In addition, you will perform tasks using vehicle
repair manuals, both in hard copy and electronically, diagnostics
of vehicles using exhaust gas diagnostic equipment, using dual trace
oscilloscopes to diagnose vehicle driveability problems, and how
to use commercial scan tools to diagnose driveability problems.
Also, you will learn to diagnose OBD II problems using commercial
printouts of emission failures.
Automotive
Undercar
You will learn the proper preventive maintenance requirements and
the procedures to perform proper maintenance to include replacement
and proper disposal of vehicle fluids. You will perform tasks on
tire, wheel and wheel bearing inspections for safe operation, tire
balancing, and a wheel alignment. You will also learn how to correctly
diagnose and inspect vehicle suspension components and test power
steering systems for proper service.
NASCAR
Engines I
You will learn techniques used in building a competitive NASCAR
engine. The areas you will study include: rules, cylinder head preparation;
camshaft selection and installation; engine assembly and working
in a zero-defect environment.
NASCAR
Engines II
You will learn how to install ancillary equipment and test a competitive
NASCAR engine. You will study the following areas: race day longevity;
fuel, cooling, lubrication and exhaust systems; restrictor plate
issues; working with dynamometers and adjustments that can be made
at the track.
Chassis
Applications
You will learn to apply chassis options including: shocks; suspension;
tires; weight distribution; brakes; drivetrains; modifications during
racing and qualifying vs. race set-up.
Body
& Aero Applications
You will learn the theory and application of aerodynamics for a
NASCAR body and chassis. The areas you will study include: airflow
management; downforce; drag; effects of aerodynamic aids; use of
wind tunnel data and passing technical inspection.
Fabrication
I - Chassis
You will learn fabrication techniques used in building a competitive
NASCAR chassis. The areas you will study include: plan reading;
use of jigs; fitting tubing; welding; gussets; repair and installation
of front and rear suspension brackets.
Fabrication
II - Body
You will learn fabrication methods used in creating a competitive
NASCAR body. You will study the following areas: template usage;
fitting panels; use of the English wheel; making and attaching panels;
fitting front and rear fascias; damage repair; graphics design and
comfort and interior systems.
Ford
Systems 1
You will learn Ford specific procedures in diagnosing Noise Vibration
Harshness; Electronics Pt. 2; Electronics Pt. 3; Networks &
Multiplexing Pt. 1; Networks & Multiplexing Pt. 2 and Advanced
Climate Control Systems. You will perform noise, vibration and harshness
diagnosis, troubleshooting and repair of electrical problems using
proper test equipment. Also, you will learn and exercise proper
safety procedures while servicing air conditioning systems following
EPA regulations when servicing and repairing such equipment.
Ford
Systems 2
You will ascertain Ford specific training in the areas of Anti-
Lock Brakes Diagnosis & Repair; Electronic Steering & Suspension;
Multiplexed Steering & Suspension Systems and Ignition System
Diagnosis and Analysis. You will perform tasks to diagnose and repair
ABS systems and electronic steering and suspension systems. In addition,
you will troubleshoot multiplex controlled steering, suspension
systems, and diagnose, analyze and repair electronic controlled
ignition systems.
Ford
Systems 3
You will learn and apply Exhaust Emission System Diagnosis &
analysis procedures; learn to correctly perform Ignition, Exhaust
& Emission System Diagnosis & Testing; perform Fuel &
Air Inlet System Diagnosis & Analysis; learn and perform Fuel
& Air Inlet System Diagnosing & Testing; Audio Systems and
Supplemental Restraint Systems diagnostic tasks.
Ford
Systems 4
You will be trained the proper 4x4 diagnosis & repair procedures.
You will ascertain procedures to perform advanced driveability diagnosis,
using Ford's World Wide Diagnostic (WDS) diagnostic equipment. You
will apply advanced diagnostic procedures, using Ford diagnostic
tools and Advanced Automatic Transmission Diagnostics.
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