The curriculum prepares individuals to modify existing automotive vehicle components, fabrication techniques to create custom vehicle components, non-structural damage repair, custom painting and refinishing techniques, custom upholstery and glass removal/replacement/custom modifications, and other automotive technology related systems.

Course work may include transportation systems theory, custom fabrication, custom fiberglass skills, auto shop management, and basic welding for transportation.

Graduates of this pathway should be prepared to take professional licensure exams, which correspond to certain programs of study, and to enter careers as entry-level technicians in the transportation industry.