Aeronautical and Automotive Service Mechanics

This paper describes the training courses for airplane and automobile mechanics as taught at the Cass Technical High School, Detroit, Mich. They have more than doubled the minimum training requirements for airplane mechanics as set forth by the United States Department of Commerce. The course for airplane-engine mechanics includes specifications of various types and gives shop work in tuning, adjusting, and overhauling engines. The course gives skill in the use of various hand tools and also teaches technical details. Automotive training includes machine fitting, internal-combustion engines, chassis details, automotive electricity, welding and engine testing.