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| Graphics Arts I (Prerequisite: None) | ||
| "Introduction to Graphic Communications" | ||
| This communications technology course provides students with the knowledge of the basic principles of layout and design and develops skills in their application. The course will introduce students to common graphic arts printing processes, including offset lithography, screen printing, and black and white photography. This course is project oriented and will allow students an opportunity to use industry standard graphic software including Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator, and PageMaker. 1 credit - 6 periods/cycle | ||
| Graphic Arts II (Prerequisite: Graphic Arts I) | ||
| "Advanced Graphic Communications" | ||
| In this course students will apply and analyze information technologies. Students will create images to effectively convey messages and learn techniques for evaluating printed and video media. Principles of color, desktop composition, image manipulation and other advanced concepts will be explored. This course is project oriented and will allow students the opportunity to use industrial standard design and imaging software. Materials and processes of information technologies will be used to solve real world problems. 1 credit - 6 periods/cycle. | ||
| Graphics III (Prerequisite: Graphic Arts II) | ||
| "Exploring Printing Industries" | ||
| In this course students will apply common printing technologies to solve real world problems. Using knowledge gained in previous graphic communication courses, students will develop a printed product and create an enterprise for marketing, manufacturing, and distributing their product. Students will explore industrial printing practices and the organization of printing businesses. Employable skills such as organization, time management and group communications will be stressed throughout the course. 1 credit - 6 periods/cycle. | ||
| Drafting Technology I (Prerequisite: None) | ||
| In Drafting Technology, students will learn to use drafting and design computer software programs and apply them to a variety of drawing and design situations. After a computer hardware/software orientation, students will learn to read and draw several types of technical drawings. This information will then be applied in the design process as students work individually and in groups on a number of architectural and engineering design activities. Students will play the role of professional designers and planners who create design solutions to clients' problems. 1 credit - 6 periods/cycle. | ||
| Drafting Technology II (Prerequisite: Drafting Technology I) | ||
| This course from the communications area further develops the CAD and board skills learned in Drafting Technology. Areas of emphasis include sketching and technical illustration, multi view and pictorial working drawings, geometry for technical drawing, surface developments, cam and gear drafting and map drafting. 1 credit - 6 periods/cycle. | ||
| Energy, Power, and Transportation (Prerequisite: None) | ||
| Students will be introduced to several technologies within the design world including alternative energy sources, digital electronics, robotics, laser communications, and aerospace technologies. The students will explore a systems-oriented method of thinking that is used to assess these technologies, and synthesize the impacts they have on individuals, society, and the environment. With hands-on activities in each area, students will learn how to apply systems knowledge and procedures to produce products and become better decision makers. 1 credit - 6 periods/cycle. | ||
| Electronics Technology (Prerequisitie: None) | ||
| This course from the power technology area will introduce several advanced technologies and applications of integrated circuits and electronic devices. It is designed to cover several of the major science, technological and mathematical concepts associated with electronic components analysis. In-depth emphasis will be placed on industrial robotics, circuit construction, test equipment, and problem solving techniques. A systems model approach will be used to evaluate, design and predict component theories and operations. 1 credit - 6 periods/cycle. | ||
| Woodworking I (Prerequisitie: None) | ||
| This course from the manufacturing-construction area emphasizes hand tool work, basic machine work, and beginning joinery work. Proper construction methods and procedures are emphasized along with craftsmanship and good design. Students will construct projects of their own choosing after completion of the required instructor assigned project work, usually consisting of 3 or 4 basic projects. Each student will learn to design a project, plan the work sequences, estimate and figure costs, and complete the appropriate materials forms at the beginning of each project. Plan sheet, procedure forms, and shop invoices must all be filled out correctly. The safe and proficient use of hand tools and machines is emphasized. 1 credit - 6 period/cycle. | ||
| Woodworking II (Prerequisite: Woodworking I) | ||
| This course from the manufacturing-construction area extends the knowledge and skills acquired in Woodworking I. Considerable review is given to the operations of major woodworking machinery. Emphasis is placed on more advanced and proper joinery selection, good design techniques, proper construction and fastening techniques, and more developed planning procedures. Students are encouraged, after selection of project work, to plan and produce products that meet accepted standards of good craftmanship. The safe and proficient use of all equipment is emphasized to all students. 1 credit - 6 periods/cycle. | ||
| Woodworking III (Prerequisite: Woodworking II) | ||
| This course from the manufacturing-construction area extends the knowledge, skiills, and experience acquired in Woodworking I and II through mostly individual and group activities. Review of the safe and proficient use of all machinery in the woodworking area is provided. Through research and discussion, students design and plan projects and make appropriate selections of materials. Points of emphasis include building good furniture, furniture styles and periods, furniture design, materials for furniture construction, kinds of wood, plywood, hardboard and particle board, reading drawings, making joints and gluing up stock. A one-on-one basis between teacher and student is used a large majority of time in class. 1 credit - 6 periods/cycle. | ||
| Metalworking I (Prerequisite: None) | ||
| This course from the manufacturing-construction area is an introductory metal technology course designed to provide technical as well as practical experiences in the metalworking field. Students will design and build their own projects making use of the following work areas: metal casting, forging, welding, machining, art metal and sheet metal work. 1 credit - 6 periods/cycle. | ||
| Metalworking II (Prerequisite: Metalworking I) | ||
| This course from the manufacturing-construction area builds on the fundamental skills and knowledge acquired in Metalworking I. Major emphases include industrial metal technology processes, especially related to metal casting, forging, welding, machining and sheet metal work. 1 credit - 6 periods/cycle. | ||
| Metalworking III (Prerequisite: Metalworking II) | ||
| This course from the manufacturing-construction area is designed to build upon the fundamental skills and knowledge obtained in Metalworking I and II. Advanced metalworking processes are encouraged. Maintenance and repair of metal products and equipment is also stressed. In addition to individually selected project work, course content will focus on tool grinding, precision measurement, metrics and blueprint reading skills. 1 credit - 6 periods/cycle. | ||