Tool Information

Shasta College Automotive Technology requires that all students provide their own hand tools.  Below is a list of required tools that should be a part of any basic tool set.  There will also be tool requirements for specific courses.  Snap-On, Craftsman and other vendors offer discounts for students.  See your instructor for details.

Tool list 

Small carrying tool box

Combination wrench set 3/8 to 3/4 inch

Combination wrench set 6 to 19 millimeter

Open and box wrench sets similar to above

1/4” drive socket set 1/4 to 1/2 inch

1/4” drive extensions

1/4” drive ratchet

1/4” drive to 3/8” drive adapter

3/8” drive to 1/4” drive adapter

3/8” drive socket set 3/8 to 3/4 inch

3/8” drive deep socket set 3/8 to 3/4 inch

3/8” drive socket set 6 to 19 millimeter

3/8” drive deep socket set 6 to 19 millimeter

3/8” spark plug sockets 5/8 and 13/16

3/8” drive ratchet

3/8” drive 3 inch extension

3/8” drive 6 inch extension

3/8” drive 10 inch extension

3/8” drive universal

3/8” drive 75 lb/ft torque wrench

3/8” drive to 1/2” drive adapter

1/2” drive to 3/8” drive adapter

1/2” sockets 7/16” to 1”

1/2” impact sockets 7/16” to 1”

1/2” extensions similar to above

1/2” ratchet

1/2” breaker bar

1/2” drive universal

1/2” drive 150 lb/ft torque wrench

Misc.  Screwdrivers (phillips and common)

8 oz- ball-peen hammer

48 oz ball-peen hammer

Rubber or soft face hammer

Pry bar

Center and drift punches

Chisel set

Feeler gauge set

Hacksaw

Slip joint pliers (water pump pliers)

Side cutter  pliers

Needle nose pliers

Adjustable pliers

Tape measure graduated in millimeters and inches

Safety glasses

Flashlight

Vernier caliper 0” to 6”

Digital Volt-Ohmmeter

“Mighty-Vac” Vacuum tester