Autoshop Classes
AUT101 Auto Lift Safety
The automotive lifts are intended to support vehicles that you will be working under. This class covers the safe setup and operation of our twin-post, asymmetric automotive lifts. We will cover how to identify the lift points on any vehicle. This class is required to be taken in order to use the Auto Lifts at Urban Workshop.
Attire: Pants, closed toe shoes, shirt that covers shoulders
Ages: 18 and up. Ages 16–17 allowed with parental permission. Under 16 requires a parent to be present in class.
Price: Member: $102, Non- Member: $143
Prerequisites: None
AUT102 Auto Preventative Maintenance
This course will cover the most basic vehicle operation. The fundamental systems that vehicles have will be identified, their various function will be discussed, and then as well as how to check and repair the condition of the most commonly found (and prevented) items. During this lesson, each component will be shown, what its function is and how it is maintained. Each student will have the opportunity to bring in their vehicle to perform an under hood and around the car inspection during the lesson.
Attire: Pants, closed toe shoes, shirt that covers shoulders
Ages: 18 and up. Ages 16–17 allowed with parental permission. Under 16 requires a parent to be present in class.
Price: Member: $130, Non- Member: $182
Prerequisites: None
AUT203 Tire Machine and Balancer
Learn to use the Sicam automotive tire machine to remove and install tires and them use the Sicam digital balancer to get them rolling just right. You will learn the proper tire mounting techniques using a standard 15″ steel automotive wheel but the techniques apply to any wheel. The Sicam machine will service tires with large diameters and low profiles making it very versatile and a good machine to learn on. Balancing techniques will be covered for steel and aluminum wheels using clip-on or adhesive backed wheel weights.
Attire: Pants, closed toe shoes, shirt that covers shoulders
Age: 18+ only
Price: Member: $135, Non- Member: $189
Prerequisites: None