Industrial Technology
INTRO TO WOOD TECHNOLOGY 9-10-11-12 1 Semester – .5 Unit
This course is for the beginning woodworking technology student. Included will be the basic beginning skills necessary for safe operation of hand tools, power tools, and machines while working with wood. Operations will include cutting, drilling, gluing, sanding, attaching fasteners, and the finishing work necessary to complete individual small projects. The costs of individual projects are the responsibility of the student.
GENERAL WOOD TECHNOLOGY 10-11-12 1 Semester – .5 Unit
Prerequisite: Introduction to Wood Technology
This course consists of the various elements of woodworking. The objective is to develop in each student a better understanding of the scope and future implications of the woodworking industry. Included in the course will be the basic skills necessary for safe hand and machine tool operation in working with wood and wood products, prepare a bill of materials and price estimate of project before beginning. Experience is gained in cutting, drilling, wood joints, gluing, metal fasteners, sanding and finishing through the completion of individual projects. Individual project costs are the responsibility of the student.
CARPENTRY 10-11-12 1 Semester – .5 Unit
Prerequisite: Introduction to Wood Technology
Course instruction will include safety, tools, equipment, materials and processes of residential construction through the use of textbooks, film, field trips, lectures and hands-on experience. Some materials that will be covered are: cement, concrete, lumber, doors, windows an roofing. Some processes are: permits, floor-wall framing, rafter framing, foundation, and shingling. Related instruction will pertain to the study of mathematics related to the carpentry trade used in print reading and estimating materials and costs.
ADVANCED WOODWORKING/CABINETMAKING 11-12 1 Semester – .5 Unit
Offered in EVEN years (Example 2011-2012, 2013-2014)
Prerequisite: General Wood Technology
Cabinetmaking courses provide students with experience in constructing cases, cabinets, counter, and other interior woodwork. Students learn to read plans, distinguish between various types of furniture construction and their appropriate applications, and how to use various woodworking machines and power tools for cutting and shaping wood. Cabinetmaking courses cover the different methods of joining pieces of wood, how to use mechanical fasteners, and how to attach hardware. Initial topics may resemble those taught in Woodworking course; more advanced topics may include how to install plastic laminates on surfaces and how to apply spray finishes.
BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION 11-12 1 Semester – .5 Unit
Prerequisite: Carpentry – with a “C” grade or above preferred
Classroom instruction will be a simulated on-the-job construction site along with classroom study of the building construction field. Activities include the design and construction of utility sheds, shelters and garages. This course is recommended for students with a strong ability and desire to enter some type of construction vocation.
WELDING TECHNOLOGY 11-12 1 Semester – .5 Unit
Welding is a basic introductory and exploratory course in the fundamentals of common welding practices. Content will cover equipment, safety and skills necessary to obtain knowledge of the functions, uses and practical skills in arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding, brazing, torch cutting, MIG welding and plasma cutting. All positions in ARC welding will be covered.
ADVANCED WELDING TECHNOLOGY 11-12 1 Semester – .5 Unit
Prerequisite: Welding Technology
This course is designed for students who wish to continue beyond the fundamentals of arc welding or for those who might be interested in making welding a career. Aluminum MIG welding as well as steel and aluminum MIG welding will be part of this class along with out-of-position welding in MIG. Project planning, drawing, and construction will comprise approximately 9 weeks of the semester.
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY EMPLOYMENT READINESS-OJT 12 1Year-
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY EMPLOYMENT READINESS-CLASS 12 1Year-
1 Unit each Sem.
Procedures: The student must make application for Vocational Employment Readiness and Vocational OJT through the guidance area.
This course is designed to meet the following components:
- Employment Readiness: Employability issues, vocational issues and in-class seminars on vocational issues.
- On-The-Job training: Participation in an approved paid, work-based learning experience coupled with journalizing, monitoring visits, and seminars.
- Service Learning: Participation in the 5th and 8th grade Career Awareness Fair.
After successful completion of the course, the student receives .5 Unit for the classroom portion of the program and .5 Unit for work experience each semester—total of two (2) high school elective Units for the year.