INDUSTRIAL
ARTS
The Industrial Arts Department offers courses in four areas: automotive, construction, drafting, and electronics. It is our objective in these courses to a) provide a background for those entering college, b) develop occupational skills, and c) provide computer skills as they pertain to each of the course areas.
ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE
TECHNOLOGY (I & II) - 1 Credit Juniors,
Seniors
Prerequisite: Automotive Technology I (with grade of C or
better) or Department Approval
Offered one semester for two periods
Tune-up testing and tune-up skill development are the major focuses of this course. Topics include inspection, diagnosis, and testing procedures of engine parts and vehicle systems. In the latter half of the course the facility and program will follow the typical service station model. It is intended that the student develop skill in electrical theory. Advanced Automotive Technology (I & II) is intended for the student who plans to enter some phase of automotive work upon graduation. Areas of study include electronic theory and servicing of alternators, generators, starters, carburetors, conventional and electronic ignition systems, front end servicing, brake systems, and engine overhaul. The objective of this course is to offer the student practical experience which will enable him/her to properly use and understand electronic test equipment, troubleshoot engines and their related problems, diagnose and repair brake and suspension and steering difficulties, and to be able to analyze and test components of starting and charging systems of the automobile.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY I -
1/2 Credit Sophomores,
Juniors, Seniors
The student will study the engines used
in transportation and industry, including gasoline, diesel, and rotary
engines. Activities include engine
disassemble, repair, and trouble-shooting.
The student will also be introduced to alternative forms of power such
as solar, hydroelectric, and atomic.
Automotive Technology I is a course intended for the sophomore, junior,
or senior student who is interested in engines and the automotive field as a
consumer, hobby, or career. The
electrical, lubrication, fuel and cooling systems, and 2 and 4 stroke engines
will be covered. An opportunity will be
provided for the student to work on his/her own automobile.
ADVANCED DRAFTING/CAD
TECHNOLOGY I – 1/2 Credit Sophomores,
Juniors, Seniors
Prerequisite: Drafting/CAD Technology I (with grade of C or
better) or Departmental Approval
Offered
in alternate school years; offered in the 2005-2006 school year.
This course provides the student with extensive exposure to the many industries in which drafting skills are used. Basic drafting fundamentals are thoroughly reviewed. Students will produce orthographic projection drawings, sectional drawings, auxiliary drawings, cams, gears and dimension all of these drawings. The student will acquire extensive skills in computer-aided drafting. Students should possess aspirations in the following fields: drafting, CAD technology, engineering, industrial design, tool and die, illustration drafting, construction trades, or interior design. Advanced Drafting/CAD Technology I is a must for the collegiate engineering candidate, or anyone wishing to enter the drafting profession. This course may be taken by sophomores, juniors and seniors. The following areas will be covered: orthographic projection, sectional views, auxiliary views, cams, gears, and computer-aided drafting.
ADVANCED DRAFTING/CAD
TECHNOLOGY II – 1/2 Credit Sophomores,
Juniors, Seniors
Prerequisite: Advanced Drafting/CAD Technology I
Offered
in alternate school years; offered in the 2005-2006 school year.
This course provides the student with
extensive exposure to the many industries in which drafting skills are used. Basic drafting fundamentals are thoroughly
reviewed. Students will make drawings of
machine parts, sheet metal patterns, gears, threads development drawings and
pictorial illustrations. In addition,
students will make drawings of floor plans, elevations, and learn about the
construction of foundations, floors, walls, and roofs. The student will acquire extensive skills in
computer-aided drafting. Students should
possess aspirations in the following fields:
drafting, CAD technology, engineering, industrial design, tool and die,
illustration, construction trades, or interior design. Advanced Drafting/CAD Technology II is a must
for the collegiate engineering candidate, or anyone wishing to enter the
drafting profession. This course may be
taken by sophomores, juniors and seniors.
The following areas will be covered:
isometric and oblique views, revolutions, developments, intersections,
threads and fasteners, structural designs, and computer-aided drafting.
CONSTRUCTION
TECHNOLOGY I - 1/2 Credit Sophomores,
Juniors, Seniors
This course offers the student the
opportunity to begin studying the construction industry by working with the
tools and materials incorporated in various construction systems. The students will follow various industrial
practices. Types of common woods, their
uses and finishes, are also studied.
Every effort is made to instruct students in the safe and proper use of
various power tools. This is a semester
course intended for sophomore, junior, or senior students.
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY II
- 1/2 Credit Sophomores,
Juniors, Seniors
Prerequisite: Construction Technology I (with grade of C or
better) or Departmental Approval
This course is a continuation of
Construction Technology I and offers the student the opportunity to begin
studying the construction industry by working with the tools and materials
incorporated in various construction systems.
The emphasis will be on construction processes and development. Areas to be covered include advanced
woodworking techniques, construction processes, computers in construction, and
the use of non-wood products in the construction industry.
DRAFTING/CAD TECHNOLOGY I
(AutoCAD) - 1/2 Credit All
Classes
Basic skills are the foundation of this
comprehensive beginning course in machine and architectural drafting. The course covers the fundamental skill
applications common to all areas of drafting.
The student will complete this course extensively on the computer using
AutoCAD and its basic command process.
The student will develop skills in the following areas: sketching, lettering, geometry, equipment
usage, extensive usage of the computer-aided drafting software (AutoCAD),
multi-view drawings, dimensioning, sectional views, auxiliary views, assemble
drawings and pictorial drawings. Upon
completion of this course students will have a general understanding of the job
entry skills necessary to be a draftsperson. Drafting/CAD Technology I is a
semester course that should be considered by all freshmen on recommendation as
well as sophomore, junior and senior students who want to gain basic drafting
and design skills needed to go on in the areas of drafting, engineering,
architecture, or interior design.
Drafting/CAD Technology I is the prerequisite course required to enroll
in either Advanced Drafting/CAD Technology I and II or Career/CAD Technology I
and II or Independent Study. Both
advanced courses are offered during the junior and senior years.
ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY I -
1/2 Credit Sophomores,
Juniors, Seniors
This course will cover the history and
science of electronics. It will
introduce the math relationships of power and Ohm's Law. Units covered will be: AC-DC concepts, safety, occupation
opportunities, circuits, instrumentation, block systems, construction
manufacturing, and testing. Students
will construct electronic projects to become familiar with electronic
applications.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
I, II, III, IV –1/2 Credit per semester Juniors,
Seniors
Entrepreneurship will provide the
knowledge to design, establish, operate, and manage a permanent business.
Students will be required to complete projects and activities in the area of
small business operations (hands-on at restaurant), management, and marketing.
This course is designed to provide advanced students with the opportunity to
obtain field experience in addition to class work. This course provides a
unique opportunity to learn critical aspects of business through “real life”
experiences. Students are exposed to true business risks and rewards, allowing
for education experiences not available through classroom study alone.
.Students will spend a significant portion of their time actually operating a
small business located off the main school campus.
EXPLORING
TECHNOLOGIES - 1 Credit All
Classes
This is a study of the transportation,
energy, communication, and construction systems. Topics include lasers, fiber optics, computer‑aided
design, satellite communications, and other technological trends that promote
technical literacy. Exploring
Technologies is a program open to students in all grade levels. Students will spend nine weeks in each of the
following four areas: Communication
- Students will describe and utilize techniques and processes used in
communication. Students will gain experience producing various types of
drawings including computer-aided drawings.
Students will compare and contrast communication systems and the
positive and negative impacts of these systems on society. Transportation - Students will
describe and utilize technical processes related to transportation. Students will be introduced to the various
types of transportation systems, mechanisms, fuels and hydraulics, with
emphasis on laboratory work. Students
will compare and contrast transportation systems and the positive and negative
impacts of transportation systems on society.
Energy - Students will describe and utilize techniques and
processes related to energy conservation.
Students will also focus on basic electronic theory, with laboratory
work in circuit design and operations. Students
will compare and contrast energy systems and the positive and negative impacts
on society. Construction -
Students will describe and utilize techniques and processes used in
construction. New trends in the use of
wood and wood products and traditional project construction will be
explored. Students are taught the safe
and proper use of hand tools, power tools, and woodworking machines. Students will compare and contrast
construction systems and the positive and negative impacts on society. In the four areas stated above, students
learn by making projects or by working with components common to the areas
being studied. Safety to personnel in
class and to equipment is stressed in all areas. Textbooks are provided so that students may
learn supplementary information.
Students are tested on text assignments, demonstrations, and class
discussions.
INTERRELATED TECHNOLOGY –
1/2 Credit Sophomores,
Juniors, Seniors
This
class is designed to give the students an opportunity to work on every facet of
new and stimulating projects. The course of study and guidelines will be taken
from several special projects that are sponsored by private sector.
(Daimler/Chrysler dream vehicle and Johnson Controls Robotics Competition).
These projects are designed and offered to students in secondary education,
culminating in local, state, and national competitions.
PHYSICS AND TECHNOLOGY - 1
Credit Sophomores,
Juniors, Seniors
(1
credit Science or 1 credit Applied Arts or 1/2 credit Applied
Arts and 1/2 credit Science)
Prerequisite:
Algebra Credit or Concurrently Enrolled
This interdisciplinary course emphasizes
the study of Physics principles and their applications. The topics of forces, vectors, fluids,
mechanisms, heat, light, sound, optics, electricity, and electromagnetism are
studied using robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics, holography, fiber optics,
lasers, sensors, and motors. This course
emphasizes the development of traditional Physics concepts and technical
skills.
The following courses are Alternate Year
Courses. They will be offered again in 2006-07.
CAREER DRAFTING/CAD
TECHNOLOGY I - 1/2 Credit Sophomores,
Juniors, Seniors
Prerequisite: Drafting/CAD Technology I (with grade of C or
better) or Department Approval
Offered
in alternate school years.
The students enrolled in this course will
specialize in the following areas of study:
machine drafting, architectural drafting, engineering graphics, and
computer-aided drafting. Career
Drafting/CAD Technology I is offered to sophomores, juniors and seniors. This course is designed for the student
planning to expand his/her experience in the fields of engineering,
architecture, or interior design. The
aims for this course are better housing, either by planning or purchase; an
understanding of heating, plumbing, and electrical systems; and an awareness of
new products and modern techniques in home construction. Machine drafting, electrical drafting, and
structural drafting will also be covered.
Students during this course will design an apartment complex given by a
potential buyer. Students will plan,
research, interview and discuss all potential ideas with the perspective
buyer. Students will also gain extensive
experience using the computer-assisted drafting program. The student should possess aspirations for
immediate employment, to attend
CAREER DRAFTING/CAD
TECHNOLOGY II - 1/2 Credit Sophomores,
Juniors, Seniors
Prerequisite: Drafting/CAD Technology I
(with grade of C or better) or Department Approval
Offered
in alternate school years.
The students enrolled in this course will
specialize in the following areas of study:
machine drafting, architectural drafting, engineering graphics, and
computer-aided drafting. Career
Drafting/CAD Technology II is offered to sophomores, juniors and seniors. This course is designed for the student
planning to expand his/her experience in the fields of engineering,
architecture, or interior design. The
aims for this course are better housing, either by planning or purchase; an
understanding of heating, plumbing, and electrical systems; and an awareness of
new products and modern techniques in home construction. Machine drafting, electrical drafting, and
structural drafting will also be covered.
Students during this course will develop a set of house plans from their
own design. Students will plan,
research, and design a housing structure that fits the needs of their own tastes and habits. Students will develop a complete set of
floor plans, schedules, elevation plans, electrical plans, foundation plans and
any required detailed drawings needed to explain their design. Students will also gain extensive experience
using the computer-assisted drafting program.
The student should possess aspirations for immediate employment, to
attend