CTE Pathways: Manufacturing & Product Development

With our Manufacturing and Product Development pathways, students receive hands-on training while working with the same machines they’ll use as professionals. These courses provide opportunities to earn college credit and industry certifications, getting our students ahead of the curve.

Machining & Forming Technologies Pathway

This pathway is designed as a survey of machine tool technology. Student focus is on traditional machine tool technologies. Coursework includes setup and operation of the engine lathe, the milling machine, the drill press, and sawing and cutoff machines. Additional topics incorporate the calculation and setup of speeds and feeds, and measurements. Students considering Machining courses develop strong math fundamentals by learning plotting and mapping coordinates in the CNC processing. Communication and collaboration skills center on working with conventional and CNC machines for the safety of self and others.

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Courses

YEAR 1: Forming and Machining I

Course Description

In this course, students will learn how to use traditional machine tool technologies, including an engine lathe, milling machine, drill press and more. Students will calculate set-up speeds and feeds for the machines and convert engineer drawings into finished products. Towards the end of the course, students will explore careers available to them if they continue down the Advanced Manufacturing path.

This course meets the University of California G-Elective requirements.

YEAR 2: Forming and Machining II

Course Description

This course instructs students in the safe and accurate set-up and production operation of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) mills. Students learn and practice the safe and accurate set-up and production operation of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) mills. Students utilize commercial equipment to load programs, align fixtures, select offset, select cutter radius compensation, and run first article parts. Emphasis includes milling programming and creating samples and parts to demonstrate skills to potential employers.

This capstone course provides Advanced Manufacturing content, skill development and leadership training in a commercial machine ship environment which prepare students to pursue industry certifications, employment, and a postsecondary degree.

This course meets the University of California G-Elective requirements.

For More Information

Contact:

John Templeton
jtempleton@dusd.net

Outcomes

Students who complete Machining & Forming Technologies I will take the exam to receive a certification in OSHA 10- General Industry.

Students who complete Machining & Forming Capstone will take the exam to receive a certification in NIMS Credentials.

Students who complete Machining and Forming I may apply to receive credit for the Cerritos College course MTT 100 Machine Tool Introduction.

Students who complete Machining and Forming Capstone may apply to receive credit for the Cerritos College course MTT 52 Setup and Operation of CNC Milling Machines.

Welding & Materials Joining Pathway

Careers in welding are in demand. With our Welding and Materials Joining pathway, students can begin the training they need to succeed in the field early on with the same equipment used by industry professionals. The course prepares students for welding jobs right out of high school or to continue their education at schools like partner Cerritos College.

Courses

YEAR 1: Welding and Materials Joining I

Course Description

The course prepares students for welding jobs right out of high school or to continue their education at schools like partner Cerritos College.

This course meets the University of California G-Elective requirements.

YEAR 2: Welding and Materials Joining Capstone

Course Description

As an introductory course, Intermediate Welding and Materials Joining teaches students the technical and practical applications of metal cutting, welding processes and weld testing. The course covers a history of welding, safety procedures and the different welding types. Students will complete projects and explore careers available to them in the industry.

This course meets the University of California G-Elective requirements.

For More Information

Contact:

Bryan Mazariegos
bmazariegos@dusd.net

Outcomes

Students who complete Welding and Materials Joining I will take the exam to receive OSHA 10- General Industry Certification.

Students who complete Welding and Materials Joining Capstone will take the exam to receive OSHA 30- Construction Industry Certification.

Learn More: CTE Pathways at DHS

Each CTE Pathway is industry-focused and usually consists of 2-3 courses. The last course in the pathway is the capstone. When students complete a course they may receive college credit or receive an industry certificate. Click on each industry below to see details about the courses and outcomes.