Course Code: 200400, 200500
Grade Level: 10-12
Prerequisite: None
Length: One semester
CTE Pathway: 8531 - Intermediate Systems Diagnostics, Service, & Repair / Concentrator
College Entrance: Meets half year of UC/CSU College-Preparatory Elective (G) / Interdisciplinary requirement.

Description:  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: 200610, 200620
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Auto Intermediate P
Length: Two semesters, repeatable
CTE Pathway: 8532 - Advanced Systems Diagnostics, Service, & Repair / Capstone
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU College-Preparatory Elective (G) / Interdisciplinary requirement.

Description: 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. (Dual Enrollment)

Course Code: 233300
Grade Level: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Intermediate Auto & Advanced Auto
Length: Two semesters, repeatable
CTE Pathway: 8532 - Advanced Systems Diagnostics, Service, & Repair / Capstone
College Entrance: Meets one year of UC/CSU College-Preparatory Elective (G) / Interdisciplinary requirement.

Description: Auto Engine Diagnostics/Internship is an advanced, yearlong course designed for students who have successfully completed the Automotive Technology capstone and are ready to deepen their technical expertise while gaining real-world industry experience.  Students develop high-level skills in engine diagnostics, drivability analysis, electrical and electronic systems, mechanical repair, and shop safety through both classroom instruction and supervised internship hours.  The course emphasizes independent work habits, professional communication, and industry-standardized problem-solving practices.  

Course Code: 201910, 201920
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Length: Two semesters
CTE Pathway:  8240 - Intermediate Product Innovation and Design / Concentrator
College Entrance: Pending one year of UC/CSU College-Preparatory Elective (G) / Interdisciplinary requirement.

Description:   This year-long course introduces students to the fundamentals of modern manufacturing through hands-on fabrication and engineering design.  Students develop core skills in manual machining using lathes and mills, including part setup, tooling, fixturing, and measurement.  Additional topics include CAD and technical drawings, laser cutting, 3D printing, sheet metal forming and digital fabrication workflows.  Emphasis is placed on safety, accuracy, tolerances, and understanding how design decisions affect manufacturability.  Through project-based learning aligned with college-level engineering concepts, this course serves as the foundational experience for the manufacturing pathway.

Course Code: 202110, 202120
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Intermediate Product Innovation and Design
Length: Two semesters
CTE Pathway:  8240 - Advanced Product Innovation and Design / Capstone
College Entrance: Pending one year of UC/CSU College-Preparatory Elective (G) / Interdisciplinary requirement.

Description: This year-long capstone course builds on foundational manufacturing skills with an emphasis on CNC machining, CAD/CAM, and design for manufacturing (DFM).  Students progress from CNC router-based 2D toolpaths to CNC mill operations, developing advanced CAM workflows, setup strategies, and production-level thinking.  The course includes preparation for an industry-recognized Autodesk Fusion certification, reinforcing professional CAD and manufacturing practices.  Students complete integrated, multi-part projects that emphasize precision, efficiency, documentation, and iteration, preparing them for advanced manufacturing, automation, apprenticeships, and postsecondary engineering pathways.

Course Code: 233300
Grade Level: 11, 12
Prerequisite: Advanced Product Innovation and Design
Length: Two semesters, repeatable
CTE Pathway: 8240 - Advanced Product Innovation and Design / Capstone
College Entrance:  Pending one year of UC/CSU College-Preparatory Elective (G) / Interdisciplinary requirement.

Description: This advanced, year-long course focuses on the application of manufacturing and mechatronics skills in automation and robotics contexts.  During the fall semester, students complete a structured ramp-up covering electronics prototyping, soldering, sensors, actuators, motor control, and automation fundamentals.  In the spring semester, students transition to collaborative, long-term projects, such as robotics systems, automation builds, and ROV design for competition, often aligned with industry partners.  Emphasis is placed on systems integration, problem-solving, documentation, and independent project management.  The course is intended for students who have completed the manufacturing pathway and are ready for advanced, applied engineering work.