Abstract:
The aim of the study is to assess the general knowledge of Technicians and Mechanics in the
Automobile repair sector in Diagnosing Electronics managed Vehicles in the Tamale
Metropolis .The research questions were based on the levels of understanding of the systems
by Mechanics in Diagnosing Electronics managed Vehicles in order to reduce its effects on
the Environment. The descriptive survey design was used for the study. The sample of 60
comprised of Managers and Mechanics, randomly selected from the Tamale Metropolis. The
data was analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS v16).The study
revealed that, majority of the Mechanics and the Workshop Managers had formal Education,
percentages (n=28, 46.7%) and lack modern diagnostic equipments and training on how to
use the Diagnostic Equipments and the Effects of pollution as result of their activities on the
Environment. Majority (n39, 65%) agreed that the Government and the Trade Union should
organize this training for them. Based on the findings, it was recommended that, Mechanics
who are trainable need skill training periodically to help them to upgrade their skills to reduce
this canker.
Description:
A Dissertation in the Department of MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY, Faculty of
TECHNICAL EDUCATION submitted to the School of Research and Graduate
Studies, University of Education, Winneba in partial fulfillment of the requirements for
the award of the Master of Technology Education (Mechanical) Degree
AUGUST, 2013
