AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS

BT1 MA

General Program Description

The First Year of the Technician Certificate – Automotive Mechanics (BT1 MA) trains students in the technical and professional fundamentals of automotive maintenance.

This first year forms the core foundation of the profession: understanding the vehicle, introduction to diagnostics, mastery of tools, compliance with safety standards, and execution of simple maintenance and repair operations.

The program combines:

• General subjects (scientific and linguistic),
• Specialized technical courses,
• Practical workshop training,
• Introduction to mechanical, electrical, and thermal vehicle systems.

At the end of the first year, students acquire the necessary skills to progress to the technician level in the second year.

General Subjects – BT1 MA

• Arabic – BT1 
  Practice of the Arabic language through reading, comprehension, writing, and oral expression to strengthen general and professional communication skills.
• French – BT1 
  Development of technical vocabulary, understanding professional documents, simple writing, and communication in a workshop environment.
• English – BT1 
  Introduction to technical English applied to automotive studies: reading manuals, basic vocabulary, and simple communication.
• Mathematics – BT1 
  This course equips students with essential calculation tools to understand mechanical systems. It gradually develops skills for unit conversions, handling physical quantities, solving proportion problems, and applying fundamental concepts of geometry and trigonometry. Students also learn to calculate pressure, temperature, forces, and power, allowing correct interpretation of measurements and phenomena encountered in an automotive workshop. Mathematics thus becomes an essential support for automotive technology, physics, and practical workshops.
• Physics – BT1 
  The physics course introduces students to fundamental principles governing vehicles and mechanical systems. Students learn about motion, speed, acceleration, and the forces acting on moving bodies. They study mechanical energy, work, physical states of matter, and heat transfer phenomena. A gradual introduction to electricity is also provided: current, voltage, resistance, and basic applications in simple circuits. This course establishes a foundation for automotive mechanics, thermodynamics, and electrical systems in later years.
• Chemistry – BT1
  The chemistry course introduces the structure of matter, atoms, molecules, and basic classification of substances. Students explore the properties of acids, bases, and salts, as well as basic chemical reactions. Particular attention is given to automotive applications, including fuels, lubricants, maintenance products, and corrosion. This course enables students to understand how chemical properties influence vehicle operation and maintenance.
• Information Technology – BT1 
  This course familiarizes students with modern digital environments and essential IT tools for their future profession. Students develop skills to use computers effectively, understand basic operation, and utilize software adapted for technical communication and management of mechanical data.
• Social Sciences – BT1
  The course develops students’ understanding of society, human relationships, social values, and principles guiding communal life. Students learn to recognize fundamental human needs, communication and cooperation mechanisms, and the role of social institutions. They reflect on solidarity, responsibility, respect, and justice in both civic and professional contexts. This course fosters well-rounded young adults capable of integrating ethical and human values into daily behavior and future work environments.
• Pastoral Education – BT1
  Pastoral sessions support personal development by encouraging reflection on identity, values, and life choices. The course promotes generosity, solidarity, respect, and responsibility, while fostering a climate of trust and openness. Weekly sessions support students’ moral and human formation in alignment with Salesian values.

Specialized Technical Subjects – BT1 MA

• Automotive Technology – BT1 
  Introduces fundamental principles of vehicle operation. Covers general vehicle structure and detailed study of mechanical systems: engine, transmission, clutch, gearbox, axle, steering, suspension, and braking. Students learn to identify components, understand functions, and link subsystems. The course also introduces combustion principles, fuel systems, cooling, and lubrication. This training connects theory to practice, providing knowledge for diagnostics and repairs in workshop sessions.
• Raw Materials Technology – BT1
  Familiarizes students with physical, mechanical, and chemical properties of materials used in vehicle construction and repair. Students explore ferrous and non-ferrous metals, alloys, plastics, rubbers, and composites. They learn to differentiate materials by application (strength, weight, conductivity, malleability) and understand manufacturing and heat-treatment processes. Corrosion, surface protection, and recycling are also covered, providing essential knowledge of durability and behavior under mechanical and thermal stress.
• Bodywork and Welding – BT1 
  Introduces techniques for repairing and assembling vehicle metal structures. Students learn to straighten, cut, fit, and weld body parts using professional methods. Welding processes include arc, MIG-MAG, and TIG, with a focus on safety, precision, and quality. Surface preparation, alignment, cutting and forming tools, and quality control are emphasized. The module develops solid professional habits, emphasizing accuracy, cleanliness, and workshop safety.
• Technical Drawing – BT1
  Trains students to read, interpret, and produce mechanical sketches and drawings. Students learn projection standards, scales, dimensioning, and industrial symbols. The course develops spatial visualization and mechanical representation skills. Exercises include hand sketches and technical media, reinforcing the link between real components and their graphical representation. Technical drawing is essential for communication between design, manufacturing, and maintenance teams.
• Automotive Workshop Practice – BT1 
  Hands-on workshop module allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge. Students learn to identify, dismantle, clean, inspect, and reassemble key mechanical systems: engine, transmission, steering, braking, and suspension. Emphasis is placed on manual dexterity, precision in measurements, observation for diagnostics, hygiene and safety, workstation organization, cleanliness, and rigor. Students document findings in technical sheets and follow standardized intervention procedures, preparing them for effective and safe mechanical interventions.
• Information Technology & Arduino – BT1 
  Introduces programming applied to automotive mechanics. Students learn logic, program structure, and using Arduino microcontrollers to automate simple systems. They connect sensors and actuators, program digital and analog inputs/outputs, and interpret electronic signals. The course links IT to real automotive applications, including engine management and control systems, fostering logical reasoning, patience, and problem-solving skills.

BT2 MA

General Program Description – BT2 MA

The second year of the Technician Certificate in Automotive Mechanics (BT2 MA) continues the BT1 training path. It consolidates fundamental skills and develops advanced understanding, diagnostics, and technical interventions.

In BT2, students deepen knowledge of mechanical, thermal, electrical, and electronic vehicle systems. Specialized courses become more technical, practical sessions more complex, and professional requirements higher. Students gain greater autonomy in maintenance operations, reading technical diagrams, and understanding overall vehicle functionality.

The program combines:

• General subjects promoting communication, logic, and scientific culture,
• Specialized technical courses enabling in-depth analysis of vehicle systems,
• Workshop practice oriented toward diagnostics, repair, measurement, and inspection.

At the end of BT2, students master key vehicle systems and are prepared for greater responsibilities in workshops, progressing to BT3 for final qualification.

General Subjects – BT2 MA

• Arabic – BT2 
  Develops communication skills for understanding, writing, and interpreting administrative, technical, and professional documents. The course strengthens Arabic through more complex texts, written and oral exercises, and work-oriented practice.
• French – BT2
  Consolidates comprehension of technical and professional French. Students learn to read manuals, write reports, and communicate effectively in a work environment. Specialized vocabulary, especially in mechanics and technology, is reinforced.
• English – BT2 
  Technical English becomes more applied. Students learn common terms in automotive manuals, parts catalogs, and technical diagrams, developing basic communication skills in a technical environment.
• Mathematics – BT2
  Deepens mathematical tools necessary for diagnostics and measurements in workshops. Algebra, functions, proportions, geometry, and trigonometry are applied to interpret physical phenomena like pressure, force, speed, power, and efficiency. Calculations are more technical and directly linked to mechanics.
• Physics – BT2 
  Strengthens the study of mechanical, thermal, and electrical phenomena. Students analyze motion laws, forces, friction, static equilibrium, advanced heat transfer, and mechanical energy. Complex electrical and electronic circuits are introduced to prepare for automotive control systems.
• Chemistry – BT2
  Introduces advanced concepts related to hydrocarbons, chemical reactions in mechanics, industrial maintenance products, technical fluids (brake fluid, antifreeze, lubricants), and corrosion phenomena. Students learn the impact of chemical properties on vehicle safety and performance.
• Law – BT2 
  Introduces legal foundations relevant to professional life: labor law, safety, responsibilities, workshop regulations, employer-employee relations, warranty, and after-sales rules. Students understand the legal framework of their profession and develop responsible professional behavior.

Specialized Technical Subjects – BT2 MA

• Engine – BT2 
  Advanced study of internal combustion engines. Students analyze thermodynamic cycles, combustion, injection, ignition, lubrication, and cooling systems. They learn to recognize malfunctions, interpret symptoms, read engine diagrams, and follow advanced maintenance procedures. Prepares students for complex interventions.
• Transmission – BT2 
  In-depth study of vehicle transmission systems: clutch, manual and automatic gearboxes, drive shafts, and differentials. Students understand rotation, torque, and speed relationships, analyze common failures and wear, and interpret internal schematics.
• Chassis – BT2
  Advanced study of chassis, suspension, steering, and braking systems. Students analyze stability, traction, front-end geometry, adjustments, and tire wear. They interpret suspension and steering defects and understand mechanical principles affecting handling and safety.
• Automotive Electrical and Electronic Systems (Eli-Elo) – BT2 
  Students study advanced electrical systems: alternator, starter, charging systems, control circuits, and electrical distribution. Introduces sensors, actuators, ECUs, and onboard networks. Students learn to read diagrams, measure and diagnose faults, interpret electronic signals, and understand interactions between control modules and mechanical systems.

Practical Workshops – BT2 MA

• Technical Drawing – BT2
  Focus on reading complex plans, exploded views, mechanical and electrical schematics. Students learn standard conventions and precise representation of mechanical parts, essential for workshop documentation.
• Engine Workshop – BT2 
  Advanced engine practice: full disassembly, clearance checks, defect analysis, compression measurements, adjustments, and inspection of injection and ignition systems. Students apply professional procedures and develop diagnostic precision.
• Transmission Workshop – BT2 
  Dismantling, inspection, and reassembly of transmission components: clutch, manual gearbox, drive shaft, differential. Students identify worn parts, measure tolerances, and follow standardized repair procedures.
• Electrical & Electronic Systems Workshop – BT2 
  Dedicated to electrical diagnostics: multimeter, oscilloscope, OBD scanner, fault code reading, continuity tests, signal measurements. Students interpret values, locate faults, and apply safe intervention procedures.
• IT & Arduino – BT2 
  Direct application of Arduino programming to automotive systems: sensors, actuators, simple electronic management, analog signal reading, data interpretation. Students program small automated systems, make connections, and learn basic embedded logic.
• Chassis Workshop – BT2
  Hands-on work on steering, braking, and suspension systems. Students perform visual inspections, measurements, adjustments, wear diagnostics, and maintenance. Emphasis on replacement procedures, safety rules, and performance evaluation.

BT3 MA

General Program Description – BT3 MA

The third year of the Technician Certificate in Automotive Mechanics (BT3 MA) represents the culmination of the professional training cycle. It prepares students to become fully qualified technicians capable of working on modern vehicles with skill, autonomy, and responsibility.

In BT3, students reach a higher level of expertise through the study of complex systems: engine electronic management, advanced injection systems, driver assistance devices, active and passive safety systems, multiplexed networks, advanced electronic diagnostics, and emerging hybrid and electric vehicle technologies. Theoretical lessons are directly aligned with real market needs and rapid technological evolution.

Practical workshops are central: students learn to use professional diagnostic tools (OBD devices, advanced multimeters, oscilloscopes, sensor and actuator testers), interpret complex system diagrams, analyze electronic, mechanical, and electromechanical faults, and apply manufacturer-standard procedures.

BT3 training also develops analytical skills, professional rigor, and organizational abilities. Students manage workstations, create diagnostic sheets, control intervention quality, and strictly follow safety and hygiene rules. Professional communication, client relations, and technical reporting are emphasized.

The program combines:

• General subjects focused on the workplace, communication, and professional ethics;
• Specialized subjects deepening knowledge of complex mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems;
• Practical workshops centered on advanced diagnostics, repair, and maintenance;
• Exposure to new automotive technologies (hybrid systems, intelligent sensors, embedded electronics, high-pressure injection).

Upon completion, students have the skills to work as automotive maintenance technicians, capable of inspection, diagnosis, repair, and servicing of modern vehicles, ready to enter the workforce or pursue higher specialization.

General Subjects – BT3 MA

• Arabic – BT3
  Strengthens mastery of Arabic in a professional context. Students learn to understand and write administrative, technical, and professional documents, such as maintenance reports, requests, correspondence, and internal instructions, with focus on linguistic accuracy, clarity, and communication fluency.
• French – BT3
  Consolidates technical French comprehension and usage. Students analyze professional documents, write technical sheets and intervention reports, and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues. Specialized vocabulary is reinforced for integration in workshops.
• English – BT3 
  Technical English develops skills to understand workshop manuals, schematics, repair instructions, parts catalogs, and diagnostic error messages. Students develop simple but effective communication in an English-rich technical environment.
• Mathematics – BT3 
  Focuses on direct application of mathematics for advanced diagnostics and adjustments. Students use functions, percentages, mechanical quantities, consumption calculations, pressure, power, efficiency, and embedded electronics. Mathematics becomes an essential precision tool for modern automotive diagnostics.
• Physics – BT3 
  Advanced study of physical phenomena applied to automobiles: complex forces and motions, advanced Newtonian laws, engine thermodynamics, waves and signals used in sensors, electric and magnetic fields. Students apply these concepts to understand modern control and command systems.
• Law – BT3 
  Prepares students for professional realities: labor law, contracts, workshop safety, technician responsibilities, automotive standards, warranties, client relations, and professional ethics. Students learn rights and duties in real-world environments.
• Social Sciences – BT3
  Develops essential interpersonal and human skills: stress management, client communication, teamwork, technical leadership, conflict resolution, and professional responsibility. Promotes personal maturity for professional practice.

Specialized Subjects – BT3 MA

• Engine – BT3 
  Advanced study of modern engines: high-pressure injection systems, electronic ignition, turbocharging, forced induction, emission control systems (EGR, catalytic converter, DPF). Students analyze engine performance curves, understand sensors and actuators, and interpret complex faults affecting engine performance.
• Diesel Engine Management – BT3
  Covers modern diesel engines: Common Rail injection, electronic control, high-pressure pumps, pressure and temperature sensors, controlled injectors, diesel combustion, and advanced emission systems (SCR, AdBlue). Students learn management strategies and diagnose common faults.
• Chassis – BT3 
  Focus on power steering, complex suspensions, electronic stability assistance (ABS, ESP, ASR), advanced front-end geometry, and modern braking systems. Students interpret wear, adjust geometry, and identify dynamic faults.
• Transmission – BT3
  Study of automatic, robotized, CVT gearboxes, controlled differentials, and electronic management systems. Students understand torque-speed relationships, analyze faults such as slippage, vibrations, pressure losses, and read internal transmission diagrams.
• Automotive Electrical & Electronic Systems – BT3
  Covers complex electrical systems: multiplexed networks (CAN, LIN), ECUs, advanced sensors and actuators, communication protocols, global electronic management. Students study ADAS, driver assistance functions, digital signals, and electronics–mechanics interactions.

Practical Workshops – BT3 MA

• Technical Drawing – BT3
  Students interpret complex plans, electrical schematics, exploded views, manufacturer documents, and specialized software. Drawing becomes a tool for diagnosis and analysis.
• Engine Workshop – BT3 
  Comprehensive engine diagnostics: measurements, sensor/actuator testing, performance curve analysis, injection/pressure inspection, emission system verification, advanced OBD diagnostics. Students accurately identify fault origins.
• Diesel Engine Workshop – BT3
  Specialized diesel workshop: injector testing, high-pressure pump control, rail pressure measurement, sensor checks, smoke analysis, crankshaft/camshaft synchronization. Students perform complete professional diagnostics.
• Transmission Workshop – BT3 
  Practical work on complex transmissions: automatic, CVT, robotized. Students perform inspections, dismantling, pressure measurements, and interpretation of electronic and mechanical faults.
• Electrical & Electronic Systems Workshop – BT3
  Advanced automotive electronics: scanner diagnostics, CAN/LIN testing, oscilloscope signal measurement, troubleshooting intermittent faults, actuator testing, wiring inspection, ADAS system analysis.
• Chassis Workshop – BT3
  Practice on modern braking systems, ABS/ESP, advanced geometry, active suspension, electronic steering. Students apply professional repair and diagnostic procedures.