Transportation

Course Code: 200100
Grade Level:  10-12 
Prerequisite: None
Length of Course: One trimester/semester
CTE Pathway: Systems Diagnostics Service & Repair / Introduction
College Entrance: Meets one semester of UC/CSU (g) Elective requirement

This course provides an introduction to the automobile and its supporting systems from a consumer's viewpoint.  The course involves principles of operation, familiarity of basic components, and the safe performance of preventative maintenance in the following areas:  engines, electrical, ignition, fuel, lubrication, cooling, tires, and emission control.

Course Code: 200210, 200220
Grade Level:  10-12 
Prerequisite: Auto 1 P
Length of Course: Two trimesters/semesters
CTE Pathway: Systems Diagnostics Service & Repair /Concentrator
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU (g) Elective requirement

This course provides information in advanced level skills required for maintenance of the automobile and its supporting systems from a technician's viewpoint.  The course expands on the principles of operation and familiarity of components, and teaches the diagnostic and service procedures required to maintain the following systems:  engines, cooling, lubrication, starting, charging, ignition, fuel, and emission control.

Course Code: 282500  (A&B)
Grade Level:  10-12 
Prerequisite: Auto I and II or consent of instructor
Length of Course: One trimester/two periods daily
CTE Pathway: Systems Diagnostics Service & Repair /Capstone
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU (g) Elective requirement

This program leads to career opportunities in the automotive service industry and/or placement in a community college or post high school educational program.  Students will be prepared for employment in an automotive repair facility as an entry level technician.  Students will learn theory and practical repairs necessary to repair and maintain common powertrain systems with an emphasis on diagnosing and problem-solving techniques.  Special attention will be given to those areas covered in the national Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) test.  Students will be encouraged to take these tests at the completion of this program.  Part of the course may be spent training in community classroom or cooperative training in a repair facility as a learning experience.  Upon completion, students may be assisted in finding employment as entry level automotive technicians or as a trainee in specialty areas such as brakes, wheel alignment, drivetrains, or other related areas.  Possible employers will be new car dealers, independent repair facilities, and specialty shops.

Course Code: 282100 
Grade Level:  11-12 or age 16
Prerequisite: Auto I and II or consent of instructor
Length of Course: One trimester/two periods daily (first trimester only)
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU (g) Elective requirement

The purpose of this course is to develop specific skills needed for entrance into the automotive service and repair industry as an entry level technician.  Class time will be divided between lecture, demonstration, and shop work in shop with emphasis on diagnosis, service, and repair.

Course Code: 282410, 282420
Grade Level:  11-12 or age 16
Prerequisite: Auto I and II or consent of instructor
Length of Course: One trimester/two periods daily (first trimester only)
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU (g) Elective requirement

This course is designed to give students actual “hands-on” experience in an automotive repair facility.  Each student will work as an apprentice under a certified, experienced technician.  Students will learn entry-level skills that are needed to succeed in the automotive industry.  The purpose of this class is to give students an idea of what it is like to work in the automotive industry. Upon completion, students may be assisted in finding employment as an entry level automotive technician or as a trainee in a specialty area such as brakes, wheel alignment, drivetrain service, or another related area.  Possible employers will be new car dealers, independent repair facilities, and specialty shops.