The Technology Education Department strives to prepare students for Career or College after High School. Our many courses can give students the skills and information they need to either enter the world of work or continue further education after High School. Whether you want to simply understand the world of technology or work as a trades person or in Engineering or Sales, a Technology Education course may be the right fit for you. All courses have a $20 fee. Safety Glasses are required and can be purchased from the department. What you have learned since Kindergarten is applied to the real world in our courses. The Tech. Ed. Staff looks forward to teaching you.
Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12
½ Credit
There is a $20.00 fee for this class
This class is a prerequisite for the Welding and Fabrication Class.
This semester-long course will provide students with an introduction to Welding and Manufacturing processes. Participants will gain knowledge of welding and machining methodologies, with a strong emphasis on safety protocols, which will be integrated throughout the course. The welding component will cover topics such as Measuring Systems, Fundamental Metallurgy, Blueprint Interpretation, and the arc welding techniques of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), in addition to the operation and setup of Plasma Cutting and Oxy-fuel Cutting equipment. The manufacturing segment will involve the application of various metal forming tools and machinery, including brakes, shears, and bandsaws. Students will demonstrate their competencies by designing and fabricating two or more metal projects.
Grades 10-12
1 Credit
There is a $20.00 fee for this class
Prerequisite: Welding 1 & Manufacturing
This year-long course allows students to build upon the skills acquired in Welding 1. Welding 2 is a project-centered course that includes some independent study components. Participants will engage in “Project G.R.I.L.L.,” which guides them through the entire process of transforming an idea from concept to production, resulting in a fully functional grill while utilizing the Engineering Design Process. Students will have the opportunity to design and develop their own projects and submit detailed plans to the instructor for approval. Upon completion of this course, students will have enhanced their skills and knowledge by successfully developing and executing various projects. As part of the independent study segment, students will also complete the HAAS basic mill operator certification course and earn their OSHA 10 Industry Card.
Grades 9, 10, 11 &12
½ Credit
There is a fee of $20.00 for this class
This semester course will offer an engaging introduction to the fascinating world of welding and metallurgy. Participants will immerse themselves in the foundational knowledge of both gas and electric arc welding, while also exploring the captivating principles of metals and metallurgy. At the outset, students will need to showcase their growing proficiency in welding and metal fabrication through thoughtfully assigned class projects. Afterward, they will be granted the exciting opportunity to design and create a metal art piece that truly resonates with their individual vision. Assessment will focus on the students' welding skills, along with the creativity and craftsmanship exhibited in their metal art projects.
Grades 10, 11, 12
½ Credit
There is a fee of $20.00 for this class
Prerequisite: Metal Art 1
This semester course focus is wonderfully project-based and thrives on the excitement of group collaboration, building on the techniques honed in Metal Arts 1. Students will expand their welding skills, fine-tuning what they started in Metal Arts 1, while exploring a diverse array of Metal Art designs. Working together in groups, you'll have the chance to bring a shared vision to life through your collective efforts. This is an incredible opportunity to truly let your creativity and welding skills glow.
Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12
1/2 Credit
There is a fee of $20.00 for this class
In this semester long course the student will study general shop safety, hand tools, and basic woodworking machines. Other units include product design and drawing, product construction, joinery, fasteners, wood characteristics and finishing. During the first semester of this course, the student will build a wood product selected by the instructor. During the second semester of this course the student will be introduced to building trades through classroom and hands-on activities. Units include foundation, floor, wall and roof systems, construction tools and machines. Extensive time is spent learning the basic skills of carpentry.
Grades 10, 11 and 12
1 Credit
There is a fee of $20.00 for this class
Prerequisite: Wood Technology 1
In this yearlong course the student will review the shop safety and basic woodworking machines as well as the study of power machinery in more detail. The students will study the principles of basic furniture and cabinet construction, print reading and estimating materials. Detailed sets of plans will be available to the student to select their project(s). Project cost to student is approximately up to $35.00 depending on the project.
Grades 11 and 12
1/2 Credit (can take for full year for 1 credit)
There is a fee of $20 (per semester) for this class
Prerequisite: Wood Technology 1 & 2
This course is offered for the advanced student interested in learning lifelong skills in the area of woodworking and basic construction principles. The student will have a variety of areas of study to select from including: cabinet making, cnc working, lathe turning, carpentry, and other advanced areas. During this course students will continue to build on their knowledge in planning a project, selection and use materials, including tools and machines to produce a finished product. Emphasis will be on safety and quality of workmanship. The students will do 1 required project and then they (with direction) will select the rest. (the instructor will decide if the student has the ability for any given project.) This class is about the world of work and each student will need to be in attendance and participate fully in all activities
Grade 11 and 12
Students will be allowed to take the class with the instructor’s approval
2 Credits
There is a fee of $20.00 for this class
Prerequisites: Woods 1, Woods 2, and signature of the Instructor
This course gives students a basic understanding of residential building. The course begins with foundations and ends with roof systems. Students will learn proper framing techniques, tool usage, and other skills and equipment found on a typical construction site. This course will also help a person develop basic home improvement and maintenance skills such as wiring, painting, and cabinetry. Registered students who complete the class in good standing will earn the Carpenters International Training Certificate.
Grades 9- 12
½ Credit (offered Semester 1 only)
There is a fee of $20.00 for this class
Students develop skills in the disassembly/assembly, inspection and repair of 2 ½ - 5 horse power two and four cycle small engines. Units cover troubleshooting, parts identification, compression and valve train, ignition, fuel, cooling and lubrication systems.
Grades 10, 11 and 12
Articulated with Motorcycle Mechanics Institute.
Student would receive a significant tuition discount. Student also has opportunity to test out up to 5 classes. ½ Credit (offered Semester 1 only) There is a fee of $20.00 for this class Students develop skills in the disassembly/assembly, inspection and repair of 2 ½ - 5 horse power two and four cycle small engines. Units cover troubleshooting, parts identification, compression and valve train, ignition, fuel, cooling and lubrication systems.