Woodworking& Building Trades

WOOD TECHNOLOGY I | Credit: 1

Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: None

This is an introductory course available to all students interested in the design and construction of various woodworking projects. Emphasis will be placed on the safe and proper use of hand and power tools as well as construction techniques and procedures. Each student will produce both assigned projects as well as self-designed chosen projects.

WOOD TECHNOLOGY II | Credit: 1

Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Woodworking

The goal of this course is to provide the student with the opportunity to further refine and develop the skills introduced in Wood Technology I. Emphasis will be placed on the technical and more advanced procedures relating to woodworking designs and construction. Students will need to design, draw and estimate some projects. Machinery operation, maintenance and repair will also be a focus of study.

DESIGN & BUILD | Credit: 

FOUNDATION ART I & II | Credit: .5

Grades 9-12 Prerequisite: FA I One semester course

Foundation Art 1 is a 1 semester course that introduces students to a variety of fine art-making processes and materials. Students develop technical, conceptual and creative problem-solving skills. The course explores drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media and clay. This course teaches an understanding of the elements of art and principles of design and color as well as teaching students to become familiar with art styles, history, criticism.

SCULPTURE/3D DESIGN I | Credit: .5

Grades 10-12 Prerequisite: Foundation Art I

In this course, students design, imagine, solve, experience, and produce through their hands. Students first learn how to create sculptural objects based on the basic art concepts learned in Foundation I and II. Then students additionally learn three-dimensional concepts and the techniques to control materials such as paper, wire, straws, thread, plaster, wood, and other materials in the 3D form.

CONSTRUCTION TRADES

• ABC: Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc. "Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is a national association with 75 chapters representing 23,000 merit shop construction and construction-related firms with nearly two million employees. ABC's membership represents all specialties within the U.S. construction industry and is comprised primarily of firms that perform work in the industrial and commercial sectors of the industry."

• AGC: Associated General Contractors of America "Located in the Metropolitan Washington, DC area, The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) is the leading association for the construction industry. Operating in partnership with its nationwide network of Chapters, AGC provides a full range of services satisfying the needs and concerns of its members, thereby improving the quality of construction and protecting the public interest."

• AIC: American Institute of Constructors "AIC is the organization that seeks to give Constructors the professional status they deserve. The Institute is the constructor's counterpart of professional organizations found in architecture, engineering, law and other fields. As such, the Institute serves as the national qualifying body of professional constructor. AIC membership identifies the individual as a true professional."

• ASA: American Subcontractors Association, Inc. "The American Subcontractors Association is recognized as the united voice dedicated to improving the business environment in the construction industry. The [ASA] amplifies the voice of and leads trade contractors to improve the business environment for the construction industry and to serve as a steward for the community. The ideals and beliefs of ASA are ethical and equitable business practices, quality construction, a safe and healthy work environment, integrity and membership diversity."

• ASHRAE: American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers "ASHRAE, founded in 1894, is an international organization of 51,000 persons. ASHRAE fulfills its mission of advancing heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world through research, standards writing, publishing and continuing education."

• CMAA: Construction Management Association of America "The Construction Management Association of America is North America’s only organization dedicated exclusively to the interests of professional Construction and Program Management."

• MCAA: Mechanical Contractors Association of America "The Mechanical Contractors Association of America, Inc. (MCAA) is a vibrant, growing association of approximately 2,300 mechanical, plumbing, and service contractors. Members enjoy MCAA’s outstanding education programs, an expanding catalog of resources to help them manage and grow their businesses, periodicals and a website to keep them informed and connected, and business services to save them money."

• National Institute of Building Sciences "The National Institute of Building Sciences is a non-profit, non-governmental organization that successfully brings together representatives of government, the professions, industry, labor and consumer interests, and regulatory agencies to focus on the identification and resolution of problems and potential problems that hamper the construction of safe, affordable structures for housing, commerce and industry throughout the United States."

• NAWIC: National Association of Women in Construction "The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) originally began as Women in Construction of Fort Worth, Texas. It was founded in 1953 by 16 women working in the construction industry...it gained its national charter in 1955 and became the National Association of Women in Construction...In NAWIC’s 58 years of service to its membership, the Association has advanced the causes of all women in construction, from tradeswomen to business owners."

• NECA: National Electrical Contractors Association "NECA has provided over a century of service to the $130 billion electrical construction industry that brings power, light, and communication technology to buildings and communities across the United States. NECA’s national and 119 local chapters advance the industry through advocacy, education, research, and standards development."

• NUCA: National Utility Contractors Association, Inc. "NUCA is the only organization successfully working to protect and defend your profession in the courts, legislative arena, and government agencies. NUCA understands the importance of safety training and works hard to give the latest in safety education for all underground utility construction professionals. NUCA unites our industry so that together we can more effectively address common problems and strengthen construction markets and profitability for all."

• U.S. Green Building Council "The U.S. Green Building Council is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community of leaders working to make green buildings available to everyone within a generation."