BMW FastTrack

Students enrolled in the BMW FastTrack elective will develop knowledge and skills specific to BMW products that will qualify them for opportunities with BMW service departments, supplementing the skills acquired in their core Automotive program.

BMW Workshop Fundamentals – This course is designed to instruct students on working safely in a shop environment, introduce BMW information systems and help students create effective work habits that will serve them throughout their careers as BMW automotive technicians. Students will learn how to use BMW specific computer systems and diagnostic equipment. Students will also learn how to incorporate BMW “Best Practices” into everyday work habits. Students will learn how to efficiently perform scheduled services, quality control inspections, multi-point inspections, pre-delivery inspection and CPO Certifications. Student will also learn about BMW Technology and features, introduction to coding and programming. Additional BMW web-based and ASE preparatory training will be included in this course.

Students enrolled in the BMW FastTrack elective will develop knowledge and skills specific to BMW products that will qualify them for opportunities with BMW service departments, supplementing the skills acquired in their core Automotive program.

BMW Electrical Technology - This course begins with a review of basic electricity and the use of the digital volt-ohm meters (DVOM). Students will learn to use BMW ‘V’ cables, breakout boxes, and BMW diagnostic procedures to diagnose and solve electrical problems. Students will use BMW-approved procedures to service charging and starting systems, vehicle battery and electronic systems. Additional BMW web-based and ASE preparatory training will be included in this course.

Students enrolled in the BMW FastTrack elective will develop knowledge and skills specific to BMW products that will qualify them for opportunities with BMW service departments, supplementing the skills acquired in their core Automotive program.

Students will learn the components and operations of BMW Dynamic Stability Control, Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) and electronic systems troubleshooting on related chassis control systems. Students will perform chassis service procedures, strut removal, phasing and installation, TPMS diagnosis and testing, and gain proficiency on advanced wheel balancing equipment . Students will also perform brake inspections, service and repair, diagnose ABS and traction Control Systems .

Students enrolled in the BMW FastTrack elective will develop knowledge and skills specific to BMW products that will qualify them for opportunities with BMW service departments, supplementing the skills acquired in their core Automotive program.

Drivetrain & Integration into BMW Workshops – In this course, students will learn BMW engine and turbocharging theory through a combination of classroom and lab work. The focus will be on BMW’s newest engine models, with emphasis on OEM approved disassembly, service and repair procedures.

Students will learn engine compression and leakdown procedures, fuel system diagnosis, engine timing procedures and cooling system bleeding processes. The last week of this class will be a dealership simulation to prepare students for integration into BMW dealerships. Students will work on comprehensive workshop activities and utilize Repair Orders to identify their assignments, capture the work completed on the vehicles, and document their repair times. Additional BMW web-based and ASE preparatory training will be included in this course.