Applied Technology
Graphic Arts
Credits: 2.5
Course Length: Semester
Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
In Graphic Arts, students will learn how to morph traditional art methods with professional digital art skills. This course focuses heavily on digital design, creating appealing products for consumers, screen printing, relief printing and potential careers within the field. Students will be introduced to Adobe programs and learn how to bring their creations to life from the computer to tangible products.
Advanced Graphic Arts I & II
Credits: 5
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 10-12
Prerequisite: A final grade average of 85 or better in Graphic Arts; recommendation of the department supervisor and course instructor.
Students in Advanced Graphic Arts will continue the study of printing and digital design. Students will improve on past products created while in Graphic Arts and work towards making a portfolio and/or display to show their final products. Additionally, students will all take part of the HHS Design Shop completing requests and tasks from the school and local community to create products such as pamphlets, clothing designs, logos and other works to be put on display. Due to the project-based nature of the course that develops individual artistic skills, students may take this course twice by experiencing different project foci and receive credits.
Web Page Design
Credits: 2.5
Course Length: 1 Semester
Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
In Web Page Design, students will develop the knowledge and skills to design and create interactive internet websites that exemplify current trends of the industry. Using various software applications and Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), the students will balance their newly acquired technical skills with artistry to create web pages that are conceptually interesting, easily navigable, visually pleasing and functional.
Energy & Power Technology
Credits: 2.5
Course Length: 1 Semester
Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
In Energy & Power Technology, students will explore various means of energy production, specifically focusing on the internal combustion engine and engineering design process. A portion of the class will consist of lab activities which entail the disassembly, study, reassembly and operation of the small engine. Another portion will consist of the engineering design process, which leads students through the same thought process engineers use to develop solutions and create products. During the engineering design process lab activities, students will research, design, prototype, and redesign solutions to design challenges. Supporting lessons on simple machines, electricity and other STEM related academics will be covered throughout the semester. Although there are no prerequisites, course activities will support and require an understanding of basic science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) concepts.
Integrative STEM
Credits: 2.5
Course Length: 1 Semester
Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math are all integrated tightly into modern society. In Integrative STEM, students will be focusing on the multiple types of industry: Transportation, Construction, Manufacturing, Medical technologies, Agriculture, and Biotechnology to learn how the products and services affect their lives. By following the Engineering Design Process, students will also practice systematic thinking which will provide students with a structured way of generating ideas. This course will integrate learning from various curricular areas that students will apply to solve real world problems.
Mechanical Drawing
Credits: 2.5
Course Length: 1 Semester
Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
In Mechanical Drawing, students will learn to create and interpret engineering drawings. Through the use of traditional drafting methods, students will learn the rudiments of technical drawing. Students will learn several drawing techniques to replicate objects exactly as they seem in front of them and learn the fundamentals of engineering design.
Advanced Drafting
Credits: 2.5
Course Length: 1 Semester
Grade Level: 10-12
Prerequisite: A final grade average of 85 or better in Mechanical Drawing; recommendation of the department supervisor and course instructor.
Advanced Drafting offers experienced drafting students an opportunity to further their experience in mechanical drawing. Long-term assignments demonstrating mastery of skills and knowledge acquired through prior drafting courses will be developed jointly with the instructor.
Wood Technology I
Credits: 2.5
Course Length: 1 Semester
Grade Level: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
In Wood Technology I, the students learn to use hand tools, measuring and layout tools, and plan projects with an introduction to mechanical drawings. They are introduced to machine and portable power tools throughout the semester. Tool/machine safety will be emphasized in the creation of projects. Some of the machines that will be explored are the miter saw, band saw, radial arm saw, surface sander, drill press, scroll saw, router table and jointer. Hand tools such as saws, planes, chisels, marking gauges and rules will be widely used. Popular projects include jewelry or decorative boxes, phone speakers, jointers mallets, and various other projects students come up with. SAFETY PROCEDURES AND OPERATIONS WILL BE CONSTANTLY STRESSED.
Wood Technology II
Credits: 5
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 10-12
Prerequisite: Wood Technology I and teacher recommendation
Wood Technology II is a course that builds on the skills and projects from the Wood Technology I course. Focus will be on mastering the use of machines and hand tools to produce useful projects. Confidence and competence with tools will increase while safety is stressed at all times. Students will turn rough lumber into a finished product (such as a table, jewelry box, cabinet), etc.
Wood Technology III
Credits: 5
Course Length: Year
Grade Level: 11-12
Prerequisite: Wood Technology II and teacher recommendation.
In Wood Technology III, students will refine their skills and knowledge of woodworking. Different time periods and styles of furniture will be studied and duplicated. Maintenance of machines and hand tools will be taught, and shop safety in the wood shop will be reinforced. Students will also learn about other composite materials, and use a variety of materials in school and community projects. Completion of this course provides students with the ability to tackle most home repair projects.
Advanced Study in Wood Technology
Credits: 2.5
Course Length: 1 Semester
Grade Level: 12
Prerequisite: A final grade average of 80 or better in three previous Wood Technology courses, recommendation of the department supervisor and course instructor.
Advanced Study in Woodworking provides the student an opportunity to engage in self-directed learning through research, planning and creation of projects. The program enables students to participate in complex woodworking activities with the instructor. Project work will be completed in accordance with pre-established specifications and acceptable timelines. Typical areas of study include independent project work, machine maintenance, repairs, and assistance in the classroom.