* Advanced credit is available through NWTC for this course
ARCHITECTURE
GRADE LEVEL: 9,10,11,12
ELECTIVE, YEAR LONG, 1 CREDIT
PREREQUISITE: NONE
The course provides an overview of civil engineering and architecture, emphasizing how they are related and interdependent. Students use state of the art software to solve real world problems and communicate solutions to hand-on projects and activities. This course covers topics such as the roles in civil engineers and architects, project planning, site planning, building design, project documentation and presentation.
GRADE LEVEL: 9,10,11,12
ELECTIVE, SEMESTER, 1/2 CREDIT
PREREQUISITE: NONE
This course is an introduction to the mechanical drafting field. Tools such as: T-squares, triangles, compasses, French curves, and templates will be used to prepare drawings needed to develop and manufacture modern day products. Students will learn the principles of orthographic projection, isometric pictorials, working drawings, geometric construction, dimensioning, and pattern development. Students will get a brief preview working with Auto CAD. This class is beneficial for all students planning to pursue a career in an engineering or technical field.
COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING AND DESIGN I
GRADE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12
ELECTIVE, SEMESTER, 1/2 CREDIT
PREREQUISITE: DESIGN DRAFTING
In this course the students will use Auto CAD to apply 2 dimensional mechanical drafting principles that were taught in Design Drafting. The students will work on numerous self-paced individual drawings. The students will learn to use various plotting devices. In addition, career opportunities in the design and engineering fields will be explored. Students will work on numerous self-paced, individual drawings and projects. Students will increase their understanding of the importance of drafting to industry and will investigate careers in the fields of engineering and architecture.
WELDING
GRADE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12
ELECTIVE, SEMESTER, 1/2 CREDIT
PREREQUISITE: NONE
This course will introduce students to the arc and oxyfuel welding area. The student will develop skills in the areas of electrode welding, metal inert gas, tungsten inert gas, oxy-acetylene, and brazing. They will be exposed to careers in welding and will develop the basic skills needed to make a career decision in this area. They will be given safety instructions in all areas and will have to pass a safety test on all equipment. Class fees may be applied.
METAL FABRICATION
GRADE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12
ELECTIVE, SEMESTER, 1/2 CREDIT
PREREQUISITE: WELDING AND METALS, DESIGN DRAFTING
Students in this course will design and fabricate projects from metal and join them by the welding process. Some projects will be done in groups while others may be done individually. This course is designed for students who are planning to further their education in the welding and metals career area. They will be exposed to careers in welding and will develop the basic skills needed to make a career decision in this area. They will be given safety instructions in all areas and will have to pass a safety test on all equipment. Class fees may be applied
SMALL ENGINES
GRADES: 10, 11, 12
ELECTIVE, SEMESTER, 1/2 CREDIT
PREREQUISITE: NONE
The students will learn how gasoline engines function. They will also be introduced to several other engines including: diesel, rotary, and turbine engines. Most of the hands on activities are geared toward the small gasoline engines. Students will learn how the knowledge gained on small engines can also be applied to larger engines. The basic units covered in the course includes: basic engine operation, engine tests and measurements, ignition systems, carburetion, cooling, lubrication, engine reconditioning, and troubleshooting. A considerable amount of time is spent on measuring the engine components using micrometers, vernier callipers, dial indicators, and a host of other measuring tools. After successfully completing this course, the student will have measuring skills that can be applied to many different manufacturing careers.
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to tune-up many types of small engine such as lawnmowers, roto tillers, etc. He/she will be able to perform minor maintenance procedures such as changing oil, sharpening blades, adjusting carburettors, repairing recoil mechanisms, ignition tune-ups, etc. The student will have basic troubleshooting skills, which can be applied to many types of engines.
This course is beneficial to students who are planning careers in mechanical areas.
ENGINEERING, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
GRADE LEVEL: 11, 12
ELECTIVE, FULL YEAR 1 CREDIT
PREREQUISITE: DESIGN DRAFTING, ALGEBRA, GEOMETRY
This course will teach the engineering approach to solving today’s problems. Students can look forward to taking on a project (problem) and generate a solution. The major project problem will be the development of an Electrathon Race Vehicle that students will design/build/race against other schools in the state. Many activities will be team based. Students will learn how to be creative, innovative, and express their knowledge through, brainstorming, and other problem solving approaches. Topics that will be stressed are: research of intellectual properties (patents & trademarks), multistage designing (modeling, prototyping, CADD imaging), and developing (surveying, examining, & producing.) A strong math and drafting background will be necessary due to the designing techniques used. This is an excellent course for anyone who is planning to attend a technical or four-year college. This is also a good introductory course into the fields of engineering and technology.
CAR CARE
GRADE LEVEL: 11, 12
ELECTIVE, SEMESTER, 1/2 CREDIT
PREREQUISITE: NONE
The Car Care course is designed to teach the student how to take better care of his/her automobile. Each unit will include an explanation of the basic theory of operation. The theory will help the student to realize why certain service procedures are necessary. Units will include guidelines on maintenance to be performed routinely on a vehicle. Servicing techniques will be thoroughly demonstrated to the class and then students will be given an opportunity to perform the same procedure on their own vehicle. The amount of hands on tasks will depend on each individual student. Some students may feel comfortable completing all of the procedures and others may want to select certain jobs to be performed on their own vehicle. If a student does not have a vehicle of their own, they can work together with other students who do have vehicles. The more hands-on activities the student performs, the more he/she will learn. This course will cover many different units. These units include: rust prevention, cooling systems, tires and tire wear, wheel alignment, lubrication systems, ignition systems, fuel systems, brakes, and buying a used car.
The Car Care course is important for any student planning to own and maintain his or her own vehicle. Car Care is not required to get into a Technical College or a Four Year University, but it can certainly help to get you there and get you back home again.
Students will be responsible for the cost of parts when doing repairs on their own vehicles.
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