Industrial Technology
AUTO MECHANICS 1 - 264931
This course is designed to acquaint the students with the accepted professional procedures in maintenance and repair. The students will explore automotive repair techniques and perform a variety of preventative maintenance service procedures. The students will have a complete understanding of the functions of the component parts of an automobile and how to maintain them at the successful completion of this course. Students beginning to make choices about careers involving Automotive Technology will have had enough experiences to make an informed decision about their future.
Course Notes:
Successful completion of Auto Mechanics I with at least a “B” will allow enrollment in articulated courses at NIACC. Successful completion of Auto Mechanics 1 with at least a “C” in semester one and two will allow enrollment in Auto Mechanics 2.
Credits - 2
Grades - 10, 11, 12
AUTO MECHANICS 2 - 264961
This course will provide the student with extended experiences in automotive maintenance and repair. The opportunity to work on mock-ups as well as live automobiles in the lab will increase the student's confidence in diagnosing specific problems and prepare him/her for a future in the automotive field.
Course Notes:
Successful completion of Auto Mechanics I and Auto Mechanics II will provide an excellent background for any student wishing to enroll in a post-secondary Automotive Technology Program. Successful completion of the first semester with a “C” in Auto Mechanics 2 will allow concurrent enrollment in semester two. Students who complete Autos 2 with a “B” or better, will allow students the option to participate in the Career Link NIACC Automotive Program.
Prerequisites:
AUTO MECHANICS 1 - 264931
Credits - 2
Grades - 11, 12
BASIC ELECTRICITY - 264768
Have an interest in learning more about electricity? Plan to own your own home one day? Thinking about a technical career and taking courses offered at NIACC (e.g. automotive technician, diesel technician, industrial systems technician and wind power technician)
This is a good introductory course to simple electrical circuits. Students with no previous experience will understand the effects of voltage, resistance and current in simple circuits. This is the foundation and starting point for many technical careers. Students will also learn how to safely construct circuits applied to residential wiring; an essential skill for today’s homeowner.
Prerequisites:
ALGEBRA 1 - 162131
Credits - 1
Grades - 10, 11, 12
CONSTRUCTION - 264971
The class provides instruction in basic building procedures and techniques. Areas covered include building materials, rafter layout, framing and concrete work. The course provides students practical experience in the construction of small buildings and other projects. This course provides excellent experience for those who might someday work in construction or any occupation related to it. Must be sophomore or above to take this class and have passed Wood Tech 1 with a C or higher.
Prerequisites:
WOOD TECH 1 - 264523
Credits - 2
Grades - 10, 11, 12
INTRODUCTION TO ENGINES - 264913
Students will learn how to repair, operate and maintain small gasoline engines with the opportunity to apply practical skills in a shop situation. This is a good class for those who want to learn the basics of small engine maintenance and repair while increasing their mechanical ability.
Credits - 1
Grades - 9, 10, 11, 12
MECHANICAL DRAWING - 264623
Students will learn basic drafting procedures and apply these principles through the use of drafting equipment. They will understand and create drawings using various drafting drawing styles. Students will learn to apply spatial relationships and visualization techniques to create 2D and 3D drawings and CAD sketches. They will learn how to transfer their drawing from paper to computer to machine to create a physical reproduction of their drawing. Students will have access to industry-standard equipment and programs for this project including MasterCam, laser engraver, three-axis CNC mill, five-axis robotic arm normally used in manufacturing and/or 3D printer. At the successful completion, students will learn and apply skills and techniques necessary to complete drafting projects. Computer drawing programs will be used for half of the class.
Credits - 1
Grades - 9, 10, 11, 12
WOOD TECH 1 - 264523
This is an introduction to the construction and manufacturing processes of combining, separating, layout, shaping and conditioning applied to wood. Students will learn and apply personal safety and common safety procedures for the use of hand and power tools. They will also apply processes on personal projects in wood. Students will display skills of planning, problem solving, self-monitoring and working independently in an environment of shared resources. Students will be responsible for paying for their individual projects. There is a $35 fee for this class.
Credits - 1
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
WOOD TECH 2 - 264533
Students will complete several small projects that are designed to increase their skill in woodworking. These include the use of the lathe and advanced wood joinery. Students will then develop an understanding of various divisions of labor as they investigate a mass production project. They will manufacture a product using industrial assembly procedures and apply workplace team skills. Students will display skills of planning, problem solving, self-monitoring and working as a team in an environment of shared resources. Students will be responsible for paying for their individual projects. Must be sophomore or above to take this class and have passed Wood Tech 1 with a C or higher. There is a $30 fee for this class.
Course Notes:
Prerequisite: Wood Tech 1 with a C or higher.
Prerequisites:
WOOD TECH 1 - 264523
Credits - 1
Grades - 10, 11, 12
WOOD TECH 3 - 264543
Students will build a project of their own choice and design. This will be an introduction to the principles of design as applied to a woodworking project. Students will complete pre-production steps of need identification, illustration, materials estimate, purchase and plan of procedure. Students will complete several small projects that are designed to increase their skill in woodworking. These include the use of the lathe and advanced wood joinery. Students will be responsible for paying for their individual projects. Must be sophomore or above to take this class and have passed Wood Tech 1 and Wood Tech 2 with a C or higher.
Course Notes:
Prerequisite: Wood Tech 1 and 2 with a C or higher.
Prerequisites:
WOOD TECH 2 - 264533
Credits - 1
Grades - 11, 12
