2011-2012 High School Course Planning Guide
Industrial Technology
- CAD I (10810)½ credit
- Grades:9, 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course / Applied Arts Credit
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: None
- This course places emphasis on the development of the ability to express ideas graphically through the use of traditional drafting and computer assisted drafting processes and techniques. Areas of study will include but are not limited to: geometric constructions, orthographic projection, pictorial systems, and conventional practices in dimensioning, sectioning and computer based drafting. The two main themes of this course include establishing skill in drafting and CAD and applying this skill to problem based situations founded in the architectural and engineering industries. Students will be exposed to various CAD and 3D modeling programs.
- CAD II (10820)½ credit
- Grades:9, 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course / Applied Arts Credit
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: CAD I
- This intermediate level course for students interested in engineering continues the themes started in CAD I. Computer assisted drafting and design and traditional drafting skills are reinforced, enhanced, and challenged in this course. A significant portion of the course is dedicated to applying the learned drafting and CAD skills to challenging engineering and architectural problems. Students will be given problems in which they must create graphical solutions. They are then required to build the solution based on their design. Students will also gain an understanding of how automation is used in industry.
- Architectural Drafting (10830)½ credit
- Grades:9, 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course / Applied Arts Credit
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: CAD I
- This course provides students the opportunity to learn about the principles of architecture and related drafting practices and techniques. Students will design and draw a set of plans for a residential or commercial building. Studies include the creation and utilization of CAD standards as found in architectural firms.
- Engineering (10840)½ credit
- Grades:9, 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course / Applied Arts Credit
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: None
- This course is a hands on exploratory course designed to give students exposure to a variety of technologies associated with engineering. Student teams select a master project from one of the seven technology sectors and then design and build an invention or idea related to the technology sector chosen. This class will reinforce academic competencies in an applied approach and strengthen the development of skills in team cooperation, decision-making, critical thinking, troubleshooting, problem solving and independent learning.
- Basic Wood Technology (10910)½ credit
- Grades:9, 10, 11, 12
- Elective Course / Applied Arts Credit
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: CAD I
- This course will provide the opportunity for students to develop knowledge and abilities of the proper and safe use of machinery and tools. Three projects are required. Reading, math, writing, and research are also important. Aspects of the technological world and work habits, as well as therapeutic values are stressed. Upon completion of the course requirements, a quality project worthy of being displayed is required. Emphasis is placed on the development of safe work practices, good working relationships and economical use of time and materials. Laboratory exercises are required on a daily basis and are very important in grading.
- Intermediate Wood Technology (10920)½ credit
- Grades:10, 11, 12
- Elective Course / Applied Arts Credit
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Basic Wood Technology
- This course will provide students the opportunity to advance their knowledge and ability of the proper and safe use of machinery and tools. Project plans are the responsibility of students to skillfully manufacture quality and unique self-chosen projects. Emphasis is placed on advancing woodworking skills, project design, safe work practices, and the economical use of time and material. Laboratory exercises are required on a daily basis and are very important in grading.
- Advanced Wood Technology (10930)½ credit
- Grades:11, 12
- Elective Course / Applied Arts Credit
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: Intermediate Wood Technology
- This course will provide the opportunity for students to develop knowledge and abilities of design and building furniture. Project plans are the responsibility of students to skillfully manufacture quality furniture. Emphasis is placed on design, identifying different styles of furniture, and understanding the steps needed in furniture construction. Laboratory exercises are required on a daily basis and are very important in grading.
- Home Maintenance (10940)½ credit
- Grades:11, 12
- Elective Course / Applied Arts Credit
- Fee Required
- Prerequisite Guidelines: None
- This course teaches individuals how to do minor repairs on homes, lawn equipment and automobiles. Areas covered include, but are not limited to, plumbing and electrical repair, floor and wall repair, auto and lawn mower maintenance, and some remodeling techniques. Students should be able to use all tools safely, plus gain a practical understanding of how basic materials and tools are used around the home and car.