What: The FORD/AAA STUDENT AUTO SKILLS CONTEST is a statewide
competition, where ten teams, comprising two students each,
race against the clock to correctly diagnose and repair a
deliberately 'bugged' Ford vehicle. The best team advances
to the state finals. (see list of teams below)
Who: The best of the best in high school automotive technology
students.
Why: Advancements in automobile safety, fuel management, and
comfort have all led to an increasing reliance on computers
and electronic components; therefore, today's technician
must stay on the cutting edge of computer and electronic
technology.
According to the US Department of Labor, there is an
estimated shortage of 60,000 trained service and repair
technicians. In 2000, there were 840,000 automotive
technicians employed nationwide with an expected growth
increase of 10-20% through the year 2010.
The state champion team will earn scholarships and prizes
and advance to the National Finals at Ford's World
Headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan, June 22-24, 2008.
When: Friday, April 25, 2008 @ 9:00 AM (sharp)
Where: San Jacinto College Central, 8060 Spencer Hwy., Pasadena, TX
Participating Amarillo Auto Tech Center (Amarillo, TX - 2 teams from
Schools: school), Stuart Career Center (Baytown, TX), Georgetown
High School (Georgetown, TX), Birdville Career Center
(Haltom City, TX), Klein High School (Spring, TX),
Automotive Technology Academy (San Antonio, TX - 2 teams
from school), Stevens High School (San Antonio, TX),
Seminole High School (Seminole, TX)
The two females, Lauren Supina and Amelia Dean, attend
Amarillo Auto Tech Center and Stevens High School,
respectively.
Contact Information: Contact: Rose Rougeau 1.800.888.5521 ext. 6552 713.284.6552 (direct)