Woodworking Entrepreneurship (900/901)
1 credit - year long
17006A000
Woodworking courses introduce students to various kinds of woods used in industry and offer experience in using selected woodworking tools. Students design and construct projects and may prepare a bill of materials. Correct and safe use of tools and equipment is emphasized. This course also introduces students to the knowledge and skills necessary to own and operate their own business. Topics that form the course content include: economics, marketing principles, responsibilities of ownership, business and financial planning, finance and accounting, and communications.
Intro to Mechanics (669)
1/2 credit - semester long
218402A001
This course covers the areas of machinery/vehicle and shop safety with emphasis on shop conduct and the use of hand tools, shop tools, and shop equipment. Machinery/vehicle maintenance will include the identification and function of the major parts of the power train. Basic electrical component identification, maintenance, and/or replacement will be covered. Shop projects include the use of basic maintenance tools and test equipment. Performing machinery/vehicle maintenance operations such as checking fluid levels, servicing transmission, cooling system, battery, engine, engine vent and lubrication system, brakes and wheel bearings. Machinery/vehicle body and interior cleaning and preservation will be performed. Grades are based on attendance, attitude, test scores, shop performance, and homework.
Electrical Systems I (882)
1/2 credit - semester long
17102A001
This course provides experiences that prepare students to apply technical knowledge and skills to install indoor and outdoor residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems and associated power transmission lines. The program includes instruction in electricity, safety procedures, wiring, insulation and grounding, schematic blueprint interpretation, equipment operation and maintenance, and applicable codes and standards. Specific program content includes but is not limited to electrical wiring, industrial hydraulics, introduction to pneumatic technology, understanding of local and national electrical codes, basic power transmission, and an introduction to motor controls.
Electrical Systems II (883)
1 credit - year long
17102A002
Prerequisite: Electrical Systems I
This course builds on the concepts and skills introduced in Electrical Systems I. It provides experiences that prepare students to apply technical knowledge and skills to install indoor and outdoor residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems, and associated power transmission lines. The program includes instruction in electricity, safety procedures, wiring, insulation and grounding, schematic blueprint interpretation, equipment operation and maintenance, and applicable codes and standards. Content in this course includes program controls, industrial program controls, and quality assurance.
*Machinist I (800)
1/2 credit - semester long
13052A001
Prerequisite: Intro to Tech/Ag
This course introduces students to the tools, operations and machines needed in precision metal work. Students gain machining skills while working with saws, drill presses, lathes, milling machines, and other equipment. In addition, students learn the basics of blueprint reading, machine shop math, precision measuring, layout, and machining order of operations.
Machinist II (802)
1/2 credit - semester long
13203A002
Prerequisite: Machinist I
This course builds on the skills introduced in the Machinist I course. Students will be challenged with complex blueprints, machine shop math, machining operations and inspection processes. Surface and cylindrical grinders will be introduced as well as CNC machining.
*Welding Technology I (804)
1/2 credit - semester long
13207A001
Prerequisite: Intro to Tech/Ag
This course assists students in gaining the knowledge and developing the basic skills needed to be successful in welding technology. Units of instruction include Blueprint interpretation, order of operations, measurement, layout, fabrication and inspection. Students will perform Oxy- acetylene cutting/welding, Plasma Arc Cutting and SMAW welding. SMAW welding will be performed in flat, horizontal and vertical positions. Students will be shown applications of Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry in the manufacturing environment.
*Welding Technology II (806)
1/2 credit - semester long
13207A002
Prerequisite: Welding Technology I
This course builds on the skills and concepts introduced in Welding Technology I and provides more in-depth skill development in various types of welding including GMAW and TIG. Students will be introduced to Metallurgy. Students will be shown shop math application in the manufacturing environment.
*Mechanical Drafting I (906)
1/2 credit - semester long
21106A001
Prerequisite: Intro to Tech/Ag
Using state of the art Industrial CAD software (Mastercam) students will be required to duplicate 2 dimensional, mechanical blueprints. Students will create real world, multi-view blueprints that will be used, in our state of the art machining and welding labs, to fabricate parts. Blueprints will be created from damaged parts by employing reverse engineering practices. Reverse engineering will require the understanding and use of precision measuring instruments. Local manufacturing employers use Mastercam and Gibbscam softwares. Students will be shown applications of Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry in the manufacturing environment.
*Mechanical Drafting II (910)
1/2 credit - semester long
21106A002
Prerequisite: Mechanical Drafting I
Using state of the art Industrial CAD software (Mastercam) students will be required to create 3D models and assembly models using the 2D drawings created in Mechanical Drafting I. Students will be required to transfer files in various formats such as .dwg, .dxf, .iges, .vnc, .mcam. Electronic communication will be used to transfer files. Students will be shown applications of Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry in the manufacturing environment.
Intro to Construction (820)
1/2 credit - semester long
17001A001
This course is designed to introduce students to the carpentry /carpenter occupation. Students are instructed in areas of safety, including hand tool, power tool, ladder, scaffolding and the use of safety harnesses. Students are introduced to the theoretical knowledge needed to lay out rafter, stairs, and basic framing techniques. Students demonstrate knowledge of blueprint reading, including foundations, concrete, floor plans, specification schedules, and electrical, plumbing and mechanical symbols. Students demonstrate entry-level skills in all facets of residential construction. Technology-related mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, blueprint reading, and science are integrated throughout the curriculum.
Construction I (825)
1/2 credit - semester long
17003A001
Prerequisite: Intro to Construction
This course provides experiences related to the erection, installation, and maintenance of residential buildings and related fixtures. Planned learning activities allow students to understand fundamental principles and methods, and develop technical skills related to masonry, carpentry, and finish work. Instruction includes safety principles and practices, recognition of standard lumber sizes, foundation layout methods, building concepts and procedures, local, state, and national codes, cost estimating, and blueprint reading.
Construction II (830)
1/2 credit - semester long
17003A002
Prerequisite: Construction I
This course provides learning experiences related to the erection, installation, maintenance, and repair of building structures and related utilities. Student technical skill experiences include instruction and activities in safety principles and practices, performing maintenance control functions, joining pipes, building water distribution lines and drains, installing and maintaining plumbing fixtures and systems, installing switch and outlet boxes, light fixtures, service entrances, roughing in and trimming out electrical devices and appliances, preparing foundations and footings, constructing residential chimneys and fireplaces, laying, jointing and pointing brick, and advanced building and construction methods and codes. All learning experiences are designed to allow the student to acquire job-entry skills and knowledge.
*Precision Metal Production I (809)
1/2 credit - semester long
13055A001
Prerequisite: Machinist 1
This course starts with students learning all safety aspects when operating a Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) machine. Students will learn how to read common measuring instruments used in the machining industry as well as how to calculate cutting tool feeds and speeds. The course then establishes an understanding of the positioning system used with CNC equipment as well as how to jog the machine tools and general operating procedures. The course will provide experience in setting work offsets, tool length offsets, and manipulation of the HAAS CNC control. Equipment used for the course will include Haas 3-axis vertical milling centers and 2-axis turning centers. Students will gain a full understanding of set-up and experience running a short production run on each type of equipment.
Precision Metal Production II (814)
1/2 credit - semester long
13055A002
Prerequisite: Precision Metal Production I
This course will build on the CNC operator skills learned in the Precision Metal Production I course. Students will manually program Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) machine tools. Given a blueprint students will determine the requirements needed to fabricate a part. Students will determine the machine, tooling, fixture and order of operations which will dictate writing the CNC program. Students will set-up, program, edit, operate and perform part inspection.
Computer Integrated Manufacturing ( 816)
1/2 credit - semester long
121010A001
Prerequisite: Mechanical Drafting & Precision Metal Production II
Students will use state of the art CAD/CAM (Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing) software and CNC machine tools to fabricate parts. Students will use Mastercam or Gibbscam software to create 2D or 3D models. Students determine the machine, tools and operations required for part fabrication. The CAD/CAM software will then generate the CNC program to fabricate the part. Students will perform the required inspection processes as the part flows through the fabrication process.