Construction

• • Carpentry 1,2,3: Develop basic carpentry skills as you explore the building trades. Practice the safe use of hand and power tools used in the industry. Learn about career opportunities and training options related to building construction. These are project based courses that lead to construction skills mastery as you move from simple to complex projects. Students earn a certificate through the Pacific Northwest Carpenters Institute for each of the three levels. Students can earn credits toward placement in the carpenters apprenticeship through the high school program.

  • Geometry In Construction (GIC): This integrated hands-on approach for learning math blends Geometry 1-2 concepts with real-world construction skills. Learn about construction careers such as engineering, architecture, construction trades and management, interior design, and surveying. Learn geometry in the context of construction, while building a functional, full sized structure on campus. This class partners with Evergreen Habitat for Humanity, which exposes you to the concepts of affordable housing and community awareness.

Manufacturing

• • Imagine it, Design it, Make it: This course serves as an introduction to the entire process of manufacturing. Students work with a variety of materials and design and build several items of their choosing. This class is designed for the student who has an interest in learning welding skills and safety practices. Develop basic skills needed to machine parts while learning to use proper safety practices. Learn machine shop math, measurement skills, metallurgy, and how to operate mills, drills and lathes, etc. Leadership and team building activities are emphasized. Students have an opportunity to participate in Skills USA.

  • Metal Design & Sculpture: Students will have an opportunity to creatively and technically express themselves by fashioning art works from metals. This class includes instruction in material science, metal smithing and finishing; metal and non-metallic casting and molding; metal coloring; enameling; engraving and soldering. Students will create projects for themselves and others and develop customer relations skills.

  • Materials Science: This applied approach to science and technology engages students while increasing their understanding of the properties, processes, and uses of metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites through actual hands-on problem solving experiences. Students will develop skills used in industry and will become aware of the many diverse occupations related to materials science.

Recommended Classes: Imagine it, Design it, Make it, Welding 1-4, Machining 1-4, Metal Design and Sculpture, Material Science

Engineering

• • Engineering Design: Develop problem solving skills by means of a design process. You'll learn drafting skills as well as 3-D modeling, 3-D printing, laser cutting, CNC milling and Arduino programming through a series of design project presentations. Engineering Design is a class that works well with Imagine It, Design It, Make It.

  • Physics through Engineering 1- 2: This is a project-based physics course where you will learn and apply physics concepts, mathematics, the scientific method, and the engineering design process. Engage in labs, investigations, computer simulators, and projects that include wind energy conversion, robotics, safety testing, and earthquake towers. Earn a science credit for this course as an alternative to physics 1-2. This is a 2-for-1 course in which you will meet both CTE and Science requirements.

One credit (2 semesters total) in Engineering Design or Physics Through Engineering if combined with 1 year (2 semesters total) of STEM Capstone will qualify students for graduation through the CTE Pathway option.