Technology & Engineering

TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING

70700W INTRO TO ENGINEERING DESIGN, DRAFTING, AND CADD

(Grade 9,10,11,12) (0.5 Elective Credit)

(Prerequisite: None)

Students will become familiar with the many facets of drafting and computer-aided design. This course will give students a broad-based exposure to skills that will help them become future designers in various fields. Activities include exercises in mechanical drawing, drawing geometry, multi-view projection, and 3-dimensional representation through traditional drawing methods and computer-aided design. Introduction to Engineering Design, Drafting and CADD would be a valuable course as an introduction to other technology and engineering classes.

70701W INNOVATION THROUGH ENGINEERING - STEM

(Grade 9,10,11,12) (0.5 Elective Credit)

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intro to Engineering Design, Drafting & CADD)

Students will apply the Technological Design Process through open-ended problem solving. The application of the design process, along with machines, various materials and informational resources, will result in the processes of invention and innovation to solve complex real world problems. This class focuses on individual and group oriented projects and hands-on activities. The activities will allow students to utilize science, technology, engineering and mathematics to create, test and analyze prototypes. Computer-aided design programs, laser cutters, 3D Printers, as well as traditional machinery can be utilized to complete necessary objectives for projects. The projects in this class mimic the environment and processes engineers must employ to be successful in the real world. This class is well suited for students interested in preparing themselves for various engineering or STEM based future coursework or careers.

70702W INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONICS AND ROBOTICS

(Grade 9,10,11,12) (0.5 Elective Credit)

(Prerequisite: None)

Electricity drives all modern technology we use at home and school. Gain a better understanding of how electronic circuits work through lab experiments, computer simulations, and other instructional media. This course will emphasize how electronics affect our life and how we rely on its development. Students will also explore the use of robotics by building and coding robotics in real time and through simulations. A laboratory fee may be imposed for projects.

70705W FOUNDATIONS OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

(Grade 9,10,11,12) (0.5 Elective Credit)

(Prerequisite: None)

In this course, students use the technological design method to create and build models of transportation and energy systems. This stem based class will enable students to apply science, technology, math, and engineering concepts as they compete to engineer the best possible solution. Students will develop skills that relate to problem solving, model development, and design analysis.

70706W INTRODUCTION TO WOOD MANUFACTURING

(Grade 9,10,11,12) (0.5 Elective Credit)

(Prerequisite: None)

Students will design and create wooden projects that incorporate the use of major woodworking machines and equipment. Students will develop an understanding of the basic function and application of computer-aided design, CorelDraw, and Aspire to plan projects and integrate with machinery. Safety will be stressed through the development of basic woodworking skills and machine operation. Students will be required to plan and design individual projects, execute accurate machine operation, complete investigations through Google Classroom assignments, and understand the history of wood manufacturing and current manufacturing processes. Introduction to Wood Manufacturing would be a valuable course as an introduction to other engineering and manufacturing technology classes.

70708W INTERMEDIATE WOOD MANUFACTURING

(Grade 9,10,11,12) (0.5 Elective Credit)

(Prerequisite: Introduction to Wood Manufacturing)

Students will develop an awareness of the technologies used to design and manufacture wooden products through the production of wooden household and kitchen accessories. Basic CNC (computerized numerical control) machinery and (CAD) computer design skills will be developed. Woodworking machine and tool operating procedures and safety will be emphasized. Students will utilize teacher and student designed products utilizing a CAD system (computer aided design) to learn the fundamentals of design. Assessments will be based on projects, CAD plots, participation, and safety.

70710W ADVANCED WOOD MANUFACTURING - STEM

(Grade 10,11,12) (1.0 Elective Credit)

(Prerequisite: Intermediate Wood Manufacturing) This course is not Honors weighted.

Students will apply the principles of science, technology, engineering and math to design, produce, and analyze an individual mechanized project utilizing complex tool and machine processes. Concepts learned from the Introduction and Intermediate Wood Manufacturing classes will be employed in order to facilitate advanced design, tool and machine skills and evaluate product prototypes designed and produced by the student. This course would be beneficial to, but not limited to, those students interested in engineering, design, manufacturing technology, automated machine processes, computer aided design careers, or any of the trades. Evaluations will be based on class participation, project evaluations, project analysis reports, and safety competency tests. A laboratory fee may be imposed to cover additional project hardware.