Automotive Technology Students Gain Hands-on Experience

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Automotive Technology Students Gain Hands-on Experience

Friday, February 17, 2023
3 male and 1 female automotive students in front of lifted cars

Raritan Valley Community College’s Automotive Technology students in the Suspension and Steering Systems class recently removed and installed the “Rack and Pinion” steering gearbox in two Ram 1500 trucks that were supplied by the Mopar CAP program.

The RVCC lab has a variety of cars, but to perform a task with two identical vehicles is a rare opportunity for students to compare their efforts and to collaborate as a team. Additionally, replacing the vehicle’s steering gearbox is of moderate difficulty, which helps to instill confidence in the students and provides an excellent educational experience.

The class was led by Wayne Moschella, Automotive Skills Lab Coordinator.

To learn more about Raritan Valley Community College’s Automotive Technology program, visit https://www.raritanval.edu/career-training/career-training-programs/automotive-technology.

To register for an upcoming Automotive Technology Information Session, go to www.raritanval.edu/visit.

Ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to  a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students.

The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.