Aidan Demarais
About me
I've been the Shop Teacher here at JWP since 2006. When I'm not working, I like to be outside. Bowhunting & fishing are 2 things that I love to do. I live here in Janesville with my wife (Jackie) & 2 daughters (Marin & Evelyn). My wife is an Art teacher at Faribault High School & our daughters are students here at JWP.
We offer LOTS of Shop Classes here at JWP! I have listed them all below with a brief description of what each courses is about.
Above: Arc Welding (SMAW)
Welding I & II
In this course student will gain a skill that will benefit them for a life time. Many types of welding will be demonstrated and practiced by the student while taking this course. Wire feed (GMAW), Arc (SMAW), & Oxy-Acetylene (OFW) welding processes will be covered, as well as separating techniques using the CNC plasma cutter, abrasive cut-off saw, grinder, and horizontal band saw.
Current Unit Guide (Coming Soon)
Woodworking I - IV
This course covers the safe and proper use of all power and hand tools & Machinery. Procedures for sharpening, maintenance, and adjustment of tools are stressed. Rough wood stock is milled and basic practice on making proper wood joints is provided. Several projects will be required to be fabricated to show the student’s understanding of measurement, joint utilization, aesthetics and safety procedures
Mechanical Power
In this class the student will participate in a variety of areas related to Industry, Mechanics, & Agriculture. Everything from Tool Safety to Gasoline & Diesel Engine Principles will be covered. We will also explore Air & Fluid Power, along with other Mechanical System Fundamentals.
Current Unit Guide (Coming 2nd Semester)
Home & Building Maintenance
Being able to own a home requires a level of responsibility to maintain it. Basic wall construction, power tool operation, proper material ID / usage, correct hardware function, & safety will be everyday discussions in this course. Other topics such as equipment maintenance, organization, layout, & management will also be covered.
7th & 8th Grade Industrial Technology
As a Junior High Student you will get a chance to experience a real Woodworking Class for 1 Quarter. This class provides the student with a very structured & safe environment to use the woodworking equipment. Students will complete a project that they will be able to take home!
Above: MIG Welding (GMAW)
GMAW
(Gas Metal Arc Welding)
This course is modeled after Riverland’s GMAW Welding Course. Students will gain knowledge in the area of Gas Metal Arc Welding by completing a series of projects developed by Richard Finley, Bob Bender and the Riverland IMMR & Welding Programs. A copy of the projects will be attached.
Current Unit Guide (Coming Soon)