Christopher Van Stavoren

Christopher Van Stavoren serves as Assistant Professor in Automotive Technology at Pennsylvania College of Technology, where he has taught since 1999 following eight years as Assistant Professor at New River Community College. His dual expertise bridges academic instruction and hands-on industry experience.

His educational background includes:

• M.S. Vocational and Industrial Education - Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
• B.S. Vocational and Industrial Education - Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
• A.A.S. Automotive Technology - Northern Virginia Community College

Professor Van Stavoren specializes in automotive diagnostics and repair systems, with teaching methodologies informed by his decade of industry experience as a technician and shop foreman. His practical approach emphasizes real-world application of automotive technologies and service protocols.

His professional recognition includes:

• Master Automotive Technician certification (ASE)
• Advanced Level Specialist (L1) certification (ASE)
• MLR Technician (G1) certification (ASE)

While no formal student advising records are documented, his instructional focus develops technician competencies through curriculum aligned with industry certification standards. His laboratory work centers on diagnostic equipment operation and repair procedure validation within automotive training facilities.