Industrial Arts courses instruct students to apply and manage knowledge and resources related to the human made world. It incorporates collaborative, hands-on, activity-based strategies uses to develop creative thinking skills while solving real-world problems. Students who enroll in Industrial Arts courses gain both practical skills that will aid them in every day living as well as trade-specific skills that will support students in hands-on careers or trade programs.
Grade: 9-12
Length: 1 year
Level: General
Credit: 1
An orientation course related to industrial technology covering areas such as drafting, transportation, electricity, and woodworking. Individual projects are designed and constructed with various materials. Students are required to bring materials needed for project construction.
Grade: 9-12
Length: 1 semester
Level: General
Credit: 0.5
This course is designed to introduce the student to the design and construction of the various piston type internal combustion engines. This covers theory of operation, design, maintenance and overhaul for small two-stroke and four-stroke cycle engines utilizing various types of fuel. Laboratory experiences include the disassembly, inspection, measurement, testing, and re-assembly of small piston engines. This course is recommended for all people owning and operating small engines (lawn mowers, power lawn mowers, etc.) and anyone planning a career in small engine or automobile service. Students are required to bring materials needed for project construction.
Grade: 10-12
Length: 1 semester
Level: General
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Small Engine Technology with a C or better OR instructor recommendation. Students must possess a valid driver's license; 10th grade students must possess a valid driver's license by the start of the school year.
Industrial Mechanics prepares students to maintain and repair gasoline and diesel engines along with related systems found in industrial equipment. Specific course topics may include principles underlying gas/diesel engines, hydraulics, analyzing electrical circuits and systems, troubleshooting and repairing cooling systems, testing and repairing air conditioning charging systems, reading and interpreting service manuals, and identifying the principles and components of fuel injection systems. Course may also cover safety, employability skills, and entrepreneurship.
Grade: 10-12
Length: 1 semester
Level: General
Credit: 0.5
Welding I assists students in gaining the knowledge and developing the basic skills needed to be successful in welding technology. Units of instruction include arc, TIG and MIG welding, metallurgy, cutting metal using arc, plasma, and oxy-gas. In addition, students learn the basics of blueprint reading, precision measuring, layout, and production process planning.
Grade: 10-12
Length: 1 semester
Level: General
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Welding I
This course builds on the skills and concepts introduced in Welding I and provides more in-depth skill development in various types of welding including horizontal, vertical, overhead, and circular techniques. Students also explore the use of robotic and automated production welding.
Grade: 9-12
Length: 1 year
Level: General
Credit: 1
Principles of Construction (Woods I) is a course designed to foster an awareness and understanding of manufacturing and construction technology. Through a variety of learning activities, students are exposed to many career opportunities in the production field. Experiences in processes, tools and equipment, computers, safety development, production planning, mass production, marketing, and services are included. Students are required to bring adequate materials to complete required shop projects.
Grade: 10-12
Length: 1 year, double period
Level: General
Credit: 2
Prerequisite: Woods I or Industrial Arts and Instructor Approval
This course is an introduction to experiences related to the basic process of erection and installation of residential buildings and related fixtures. Planned learning activities will allow the student to become knowledgeable of basic fundamental principles and methods and to develop technical skills. Students are required to bring adequate materials to complete required shop projects.
This course is offered as dual credit BDM 102 Intro to Construction Occupations (3 credit hours) through LLCC.
Grade: 10-12
Length: 1 year
Level: General
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Small Engine Technology with a C or better OR instructor recommendation. Students must possess a valid driver's license; 10th grade students must possess a valid driver's license by the start of the school year.
This course is centered on service adjustment, maintenance, and repair of many varies components of an automobile. It also involves theory of operation, construction, and overhaul of the internal combustion engine found in today's automobiles. Safety, general shop procedures, and equipment will be presented to the students. Theory and laboratory experiences, hand and power tools, measuring and testing equipment, and good work habits will be introduced. Students will be required to provide an automobile for shop exercises.
Grade: 11-12
Length: 1 year
Level: General
Credit: 2
Prerequisite: Auto I with a C or better OR instructor recommendation. Students must possess a valid driver's license. Students must enroll in both class and lab at the same time.
This course prepares the student to enter the world of work as an auto mechanic. It is an excellent course for the serious enthusiast, as well as the potential automobile mechanic/technician. Major emphasis will be on troubleshooting, repair, and service on multi-cylinder engines. Engine electrical systems, fuel systems, emission systems, and accessories will be covered. Laboratory exercises will concentrate on application and use of testing equipment for diagnosis and tune-up of engine and related systems. The field of auto body repair is also covered in this class as a major area of study. Students will be required to complete at least one body project during this phase and will be required to provide an automobile for shop exercises.