The Butte College Automotive Program provides it's students with a quality, NATEF (National Automotive Technician Education Foundation) certified automotive training program. The program gives the student the basic skills needed to start a career in the automotive industry and encourages the life-long learning needed to succeed in the workforce.
The Butte College Automotive Technology Program has two NATEF Certified programs. One is the American Honda PACT program. The PACT program is a partnership with American Honda and Butte College in which the student�s area of study is centered on Honda and Acura vehicles. The CORE program is also NATEF certified but rather than concentrating the studies on a specific manufacturer, the CORE program covers all makes and models. In Fall 2017 we introduced our partnership with Subaru and now offer a second factory alternative for our students. This Spring (2019) we rolled out our newest edition, Diesel Technology. This program will cover light and medium duty over the road diesel powered vehicles. Successful completers of our program offer the automotive industry a technician who can perform their job description at or above entry level technician.
| date | vendor | descrip[tion | price |
| 8/5/2019 | Grainger | 2 engines stands | $2,522.00 |
| 9/12/2019 | Snap On | 3 Hole Gauge Sets | $272.16 |
| 9/16/2019 | Harris Truck | 3 Engines | $1,508.00 |
| 9/18/2019 | Snap On | alignment machine | $23,340.72 |
| 9/18/2019 | Snap On | ethos edge | $1,946.25 |
| 9/25/2019 | Snap On | adv cool system tester | $1,001.68 |
| 9/27/2019 | Grainger | 3 engines stands | $3,667.08 |
| 10/1/2019 | Snap On | cooling system tester | $145.53 |
| 10/3/2019 | Snap On | 3 Ethos | $5,838.75 |
| 10/3/2019 | Snap On | 2 Torq Wrenches | $396.24 |
| 10/30/2019 | Capitol Clutch | Clevis Kit | $268.06 |
| 11/1/2019 | AES | Pico scope | $1,620.00 |
| 11/1/2019 | AES | transducer kit | $1,350.00 |
| 11/20/2019 | Snap On | 2 Torq Wrenches | $366.08 |
| 12/3/2019 | Snap On | 2 b joint/brake set | $409.44 |
| 12/5/2019 | Snap On | snap ring pliers | $227.56 |
| 12/6/2019 | Fastenal | 3 work benches | $4,053.23 |
| 12/6/2019 | Interstate | Plastic Bench Tops | $316.50 |
| 12/11/2019 | ATC | Hydraulics Trainer | $25,500.00 |
| subtotal | $74,749.28 | ||
| tax | $5,419.32 | ||
| Total | $80,168.60 |
SWF funds were used to outfit the Diesel Technology Lab with tools and training aids students use in both the AUT72 and AUT73 Class.
Over the last few semesters, the instructors for AUT 1 have worked together to streamline and provide consistency in both classes yet maintain the individual teaching styles. With that, they have worked together so that the lab assignments are consistent from Main Campus to the Skyway Center. Also the now use the same LMS Electude. That allows the students to use this LMS for AUT1 and several other classes in the program thus saving dollars on text books.
The automotive department continually works to increase diversity and student success. This is done by reaching out to high schools outside our area (Sacramento/Roseville, Willows, and Colusa). The department also works to be inclusive to underrepresented populations in automotive by encouraging all to apply.
- Implementing AB 705 N\A
- Implementing Guided Pathways Have worked with Steve StCin and mapped programs, mapped path to BS degree at Weber State College
- Strategic Scheduling Have tried Accelerated Scheduling and always working ways to increase student completion rates
- Hobsons Starfish N\A
- Closing Equity Gaps Yep, working on it
- Meeting enrollment targets Yep, working on it
- Meeting student achievement goals Yep, speak to each student before they enter the program and continually as they progress through and after they to work.
- Fostering a Culture of Inclusiveness BBQ after every Saturday class.
- . Improving Processes Yep, working on it
- . Data and Reporting What the hell, add it to my list of Chair Duties
- 11. Internal Communications Department Meeting with FT and Associate Faculty each Thursday.
- 12. Strengthening Professional Development Ask faculty to visit other programs to garner best practices.
IMPLEMENTED RECOMMENDATIONS
RECOMMENDATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED
Increase enrollment in Diesel
Build up Subaru Path
Modify program schedule to meet industry demands (MLR Program)
Modify schedule to decrease Overload
Strategy 1 - Support Industry Partner Coordinator
Subaru U Cordinator
Our partnership with American Honda has proven to be a draw for our automotive program. Recently we have added a partnership with Subaru Of America (SOA). Thus far, SOA has donated over $200,000 in diagnostic equipment, training aids and vehicles to your program. Currently we have graduated 6 students from that partnership program, and all are working full time at dealerships. The Department Chair currently is tasked with maintaining and promoting this program. The responsibilities of managing the department, teaching overload and the Subaru U partnership is proving to be too much. To maintain this partnership and prevent it’s loss a coordinator, much like the PACT coordinator is needed. This partnership provides a career pathway for students wanting to work in a Subaru dealership. To maintain these partnerships, create and maintain relationships with employers and support the students transition from school to the workforce a Subaru u Coordinator is needed. The coordinator must visit the students and service managers in our service areas and that includes Redding in the north and Davis to the south. The coordinator must also insure the currency of faculty and coordinate factory training as needed. The department asks for the development of the position and reassign time for the Subaru U Coordinator be 20% and the stipend of $6,622.12 become part of the annual Automotive budget.
Strategy 2 - Diesel Technology Program
Foster and Grow the Diesel Technology Program
Spring 2019 marks the first semester of the new program. The department will brainstorm on the best way to promote and increase enrollment in the program. Along with it’s current industry partners, the department will reach out to area employers to determine their needs, address those needs via curriculum modifications, and deliver qualified, entry level technicians.
Strategy 3 - Increase Department Chair to Chair II
Increase Department Chair to level II.
The last program review in 2014 recommended that the Department Chair be increased from its current level. In the years that followed, the program has grown with the addition of the Alternative Fuels class and its instructor, a partnership with Subaru of America and now the Diesel Program. With all that the Chair is still teaching in overload, responsible for the Subaru partnership and mentoring the new instructors. Additional reassign time is needed to perform the duties expected to the level that is expected by the college. The department asks the chair position be increased to Chair II.
Strategy 4 - Maintain a Professional Looking Facility
Replace flooring in classrooms and lab.
Flooring in the classrooms were "value engineered" during the remodel of the Skyway Center. Paint was applied to the floors and it is now peeling up creating a very unsightly and unprofessional look. In the shop area the floors were sealed but the slip hazard that comes with the work being preformed has never been addressed. The department would like a non-slip sealant added to the shop floors and flooring added to the classrooms to eliminate the peeling paint.
Strategy 5 - Lab Assistants
Lab assistants for Diesel and Gasoline Labs
A reoccurring theme in all of the instructor’s reviews is the lack of instructional support in the labs. Students need guidance as they work in the labs for both safety and learning. Having 2 lab assistants that rotated between the labs would help maximize student learning and success and provide a pathway for fulltime employment when spots become open.
Strategy 6 - HD Charging System Testers
Heavy Duty charging system/battery testers the meet current industry standards.
The VAT 40's are out of date for the times. Snap on doesn't have anything like the VAT 40 due to industry trends. There are some options (non mainstream supply) out there and they run 2000-3000 a copy. They could also be used for Diesel due to 800 amp abilities. Need 4-5 units to replace the VAT 40. I would estimate $10,000 at the most.
Strategy 7 - Dump Truck
10Ton Dump Truck for Diesel Technology Lab
The Diesel Technology instructor currently used the "Blue PG&E" dump truck used in the HEO program. This proves to work just OK. Scheduling is rough as both programs use it roughly at the same time. Also, "bugs" cant be installed as trainig aids for Diesel Technology as the truck is used in HEO. A large dump type truck will fill the need of Diesel Technology.
Strategy 8 - Gen II Prius/Chevy Volt
Generation 2 Toyota Prius/Chevy Volt
The alternative fuel course (AUT60) is limited in the number of vehicles available for students to practice on. Lab tasks could be completed quicker and progress could be sped up if the department had an additional Toyota Prius/Chevrolet Volt.
Strategy 9 - Classroom AV Update
The AV & computing equipment SC128,112 and 103 are outdated and will not run current programs & equiupment.
In the classroom setting, it's critical that the instructor can show the intricate parts of vehicles and demonstrate the various software used in diagnosing and repairing vehicles. The equipment in the classroom is original to the building and in SC103, it's left over from the Automotive Facility on main campus...it was old then. The 3 classrooms need updated to current specifications found elsewhere on campus.
CAP Program
Butte College houses the (Smog Referee Station) California Consumer Assistance Program (CAP) on a long-term lease which generates $12,000 annually.
Strong Work Force (SWF)
$223,905.00
Perkins
$56762.20
2017/2018 American Honda Contributions:
2 new cars $44,500
5 Complete Acura motors $20,255
3 “Express Service” service cabinet and parts $3,000
General Motors
1 new car $5852.50
Subaru of America
2 New Cars $32,562
Scan Tool $3500
1 Long Block $3500
| Original Priority | Program, Unit, Area | Resource Type | Account Number | Object Code | One Time Augment | Ongoing Augment |
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| 1 | Diesel Technology | Equipment | $25,000.00 | $0.00 | ||
| Dump Truck | A dump truck is needed as a training aid. |
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| 2 | Automotive | Operating Expenses | $0.00 | $1,775.00 | ||
| Increase position to Chair II | The last program review in 2014 recommended that the Department Chair be increased from its current level. In the years that followed, the program has grown with the addition of the Alternative Fuels class and its instructor, a partnership with Subaru of America and now the Diesel Program. With all that the Chair is still teaching in overload, responsible for the Subaru partnership and mentoring the new instructors. Additional reassign time is needed to perform the duties expected to the level that is expected by the college. The department asks the chair position be increased to Chair II. |
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| 3 | Automotive | Personnel | $0.00 | $63,995.00 | ||
| Lab Assistant for Diesel and Gas Lab | A reoccurring theme in all of the instructor�s reviews is the lack of instructional support in the labs. Students need guidance as they work in the labs for both safety and learning. Having 1 lab assistant that rotates between the labs would help maximize student learning and success and provide a pathway for fulltime employment when spots become open. |
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| 4 | Automotive | Personnel | 110005161094800 | 51240 | $0.00 | $6,787.00 |
| Reassign time and stipend for Subaru U Coordinator | Our partnership with American Honda has proven to be a draw for our automotive program. Recently we have added a partnership with Subaru Of America (SOA). Thus far, SOA has donated over $200,000 in diagnostic equipment, training aids and vehicles to your program. Currently we have graduated 6 students from that partnership program, and all are working full time at dealerships. The Department Chair currently is tasked with maintaining and promoting this program. The responsibilities of managing the department, teaching overload and the Subaru U partnership is proving to be too much. To maintain this partnership and prevent it�s loss a coordinator, much like the PACT coordinator is needed. This partnership provides a career pathway for students wanting to work in a Subaru dealership. To maintain these partnerships, create and maintain relationships with employers and support the students transition from school to the workforce a Subaru u Coordinator is needed. The coordinator must visit the students and service managers in our service areas and that includes Redding in the north and Davis to the south. The coordinator must also insure the currency of faculty and coordinate factory training as needed. The department asks for the development of the position and reassign time for the Subaru U Coordinator be 20% and the stipend of $6,622.12 become part of the annual Automotive budget or funded by Perkins Funds. |
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| 5 | Automotive | Facilities | $30,000.00 | $0.00 | ||
| Update AV & Computers in SC112, SC103 & SC128 | In the classroom setting, it's critical that the instructor can show the intricate parts of vehicles and demonstrate the various software used in diagnosing and repairing vehicles. The equipment in the classroom is original to the building and in SC103, it's left over from the Automotive Facility on main campus...it was old then. The 3 classrooms need updated to current specifications found elsewhere on campus. |
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| 6 | Automotive Technology | Equipment | $15,000.00 | $0.00 | ||
| HD Charging/Battery Testers | Need to update testers to current industry standards. |
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| 7 | Automotive | Facilities | 110005161094800 | 130000 | $13,952.00 | $0.00 |
| Eliminate slip hazzard in shop and classrooms | Tiling the lab and lecture room floors with Autostone floor tile will alleviate a slip hazard problem that occurs when oil and water mix on the floor surface. After four years of operation at the Skyway Center, the floors are now becoming saturated with petroleum products and are slippery when wet. This slip hazard will put the district at risk and should be alleviated. $118,856 includes lab floor and hallway, $20,664 for the floors in the classrooms. |
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| 8 | Automotive | Facilities | $5,000.00 | $0.00 | ||
| Paint Interior Walls | Per our contract with industry partners, one class room should be dedicated to the respective program and represent its colors. Due to heavy year round utilization, the original paint is getting soiled. The program need to paint SC128 with Honda PACT colors and SC112 with Subaru USA colors. |
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| 9 | Automotive | Facilities | 110005161094800 | 55100 | $0.00 | $8,000.00 |
| Increase Health & Safety Compliance Fees | In order to meet current EPA and California Standards that come with operating a fifty percent larger automotive facility, a yearly $8,000 increase in the program�s annual operating expenses budget is needed. There has been no increase in the last nine years. With the addition of the Alternative Fuel class in Fall 2015, class Class 0 gloves must be used while servicing the high voltage systems in hybrid cars. Those gloves must be inspected off site every 6 months. That alone raised our annual budget by $2000 yearly. Price quotes from companies that provide EPA and Hazardous waste handling services that bring the new facility up to current requirements have been received to validate this request. We want to be able to keep our California Green Station status, maintain a facility that is a sustainable, environmentally sound, and be an example for our students and local industry. |
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