Welding

Fundamental of Construction

Prerequisite: None

Fundamentals of Construction is a foundational course in the Architecture & Construction cluster covering essential knowledge, skills, and concepts required for careers in construction. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to describe various construction fields and outline the steps necessary to advance in specific construction careers. Students will be able to employ tools safely and interpret construction drawings to complete projects demonstrating proper measurement and application of mathematical concepts. Standards in this course also include an overview of the construction industry and an introduction to building systems and materials. Students will begin compiling artifacts for inclusion in their portfolios, which they will carry with them throughout the full sequence of courses in their selected program of study. Standards in this course are aligned with Tennessee State Standards for English Language Arts &Literacy in Technical Subjects, Tennessee State Standards in Mathematics, and the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Curriculum.

Students enrolled in this course are eligible to be a part of an award-winning SkillsUSA Construction club that offers professional development, travel & life skills, as well as scholarship opportunities.

Residential and Commercial Construction II

Prerequisites: Fundamentals of Construction and Residential and Commercial Construction I

Recommended Prerequisites: Algebra I & Geometry

Residential & Commercial Construction II is the third course in the Residential & Commercial Construction program of study intended to prepare students for careers in construction by developing an understanding of the different phases of a construction project from start to finish. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in the later phases of building construction including roofing systems, exterior finishing, stair framing systems, masonry systems, and plumbing systems. Students will be able to perform masonry work; frame roofs; install shingles on roofs; apply exterior finishes; and install proper piping for plumbing systems while safely employing tools and interpreting construction drawings to complete projects. Emphasis is placed on demonstrating proper measurement and application of mathematical concepts. Standards in this course also include an introduction to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, principles of the construction industry, and business and project management.

Students enrolled in this course are eligible to be a part of an award-winning SkillsUSA Construction club that offers professional development, travel & life skills, as well as scholarship opportunities.

HVAC

Prerequisites: Fundamentals of Construction

HVAC prepares students for careers in residential and commercial heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. Once the class has been completed, well performing students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in performing basic operations with HVAC systems, with emphasis on safety, tools, and equipment specific to HVAC. In addition, students will be able to explain the functions and components of heating, cooling, duct working, and air distribution systems. They will demonstrate basic techniques to prepare piping and tubing for HVAC systems which includes performing soldering and brazing. Students will understand proper refrigerant management in preparation for EPA Section 608 Technician Certification. Students will read and interpret drawings, specifications, and diagrams to determine materials needed to complete an HVAC project. Standards in this course also introduce basic troubleshooting and maintenance procedures and alternate power systems. While expanding knowledge in the class, students are selected for competition inside the class. Students that show exceptional growth through knowledge of the material are also selected to compete outside of the class via Regional, State, and National competitions. By performing well in the Regional, 22 State, and National competition a student may receive rewards and scholarship money for extremely expectable performance. Standards in this course are aligned with Tennessee State Standards for English, Language Arts, and Literacy in Technical Subjects as well as State Standards in Mathematics, Chemistry 1, Physics, Physical Science, Environmental Science, and NCCER Curriculum.

Welding II

Prerequisite: Welding 1

Welding 2 is Designed to provide students with opportunities that will build on the knowledge they have acquired in Welding 1 by opportunities to effectively perform cutting and welding applications of increasing complexity. Students will gain knowledge of how to apply their knowledge in working environments and grown team building skills by working together with classmates. Students will gain proficiency in the following: (1) fundamental safety practices in welding, (2) gas metal arc welding, (3) flux core arc welding, (4) gas tungsten arc welding, and (5) quality control methods. Students will again have the opportunity to compete both inside and outside of the class via Regional, State, and National competition. Upon completion of the Welding 2 course, proficient students will be eligible to complete the American Welding Society (AWS) Entry Welder qualification and certification. Standards in this course are aligned with Tennessee State Standards for English, Language, And Literacy in Technical Subjects and Tennessee State Standards in Mathematics.