Capistrano Valley High – Auto Mechanics Basic CCA

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Automotive Mechanics, Basic provides an overview of the Systems Diagnosis, Service, and Repair Pathway. Students will practice personal, occupational, and environmental safety through the appropriate use of tools, equipment, and work processes. Students will use scientific principles in relation to chemical, mechanical, and physical functions for various engine and vehicle systems while performing maintenance procedures in accordance with manufacturer recommendations. Students will demonstrate the application, operation, maintenance, and diagnosis of engines and supporting subsystems while understanding appropriate business practices. Students will understand the function, principles, and operation of electrical systems as they relate to the automobile, and will explore the function and principles of drivetrains, steering, suspension, and brake systems.