Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 21 14. True or False? Safety training in an automotive repair shop is employer dependent and should be among the least discussed topics for an automotive instructor. 15. Obtaining a(n) _____ from a traditional four-year college may be required to enter or advance in some career paths within the automotive industry. (A) performance certificate (B) license (C) academic transcript (D) degree 16. True or False? At some trade schools and technical colleges, automotive corporations and vehicle manufacturers sponsor the automotive training programs. 17. Training in automotive technology and in many related mechanical trades is available to those who decide to enlist and serve in one of the _____. (A) social services (B) armed forces (C) employment agencies (D) store marketplaces 18. A training program that teaches a specific trade through a combination of study and on-the-job work is called a(n) _____. (A) task-based program (B) pass-or-fail testing system (C) entrepreneur skills system (D) apprenticeship program 19. Finding a job opening and _____ are the two main hurdles to getting a job in the automotive industry. (A) writing a thesis (B) documenting all of your college courses (C) successfully applying for and being offered the job (D) stopping bad personal habits 20. The Internet has turned the old networking customs of handshake introductions and in-person face-to- face conversations into friend requests, posting, and communicating through _____ websites. (A) vehicle manufacturer (B) government agency (C) equipment manufacturer (D) social media 21. True or False? A good way to start looking for a job while still enrolled at a trade school or college is to talk to your instructors, as they often have contacts in the local automotive industry. 22. What document should be filled out or written accurately and completely because it is often a prospective employer’s first contact with a job candidate? (A) Job application or résumé. (B) Resignation letter. (C) Cover letter. (D) Academic transcript. 23. All of the following pieces of information are often included on a résumé for a job, except: (A) professional accomplishments. (B) work skills and history. (C) religious and political affiliation. (D) educational background and/or degrees. 24. True or False? During a job interview, concentrate the majority of the time on detailing your personal accomplishments and imply that you are more knowledgeable than you really are. 25. _____ is a practice successful technicians use to stay up to date on the industry’s continuous advancements in automotive technology. (A) Performing one type of vehicle repair (B) Avoiding the use of new auto shop equipment (C) Bypassing the opportunity to become certified (D) Continuing to learn throughout your career 26. Preparing a repair order, comprehending vehicle service information, and recording the repairs made to a vehicle mainly require which auto technician skill set? (A) Time management talent. (B) Strong reading and writing ability. (C) Knowledge of electrical theory. (D) Conflict resolution ability.