TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

Building Technology 1, 2 (Year)                        10-12

The course consists of the elements of construction technology.  Students will build a model of a house (from the footings to the floor and to the walls and roof), dog houses, sheds, and a project of their choice.  Students will also learn basic electrical wiring and plumbing.  Problem solving skills are developed through construction problems.  An emphasis is placed on safety and good work ethics.  Students may keep the projects they make as long as they pay for the cost of the materials. There is a $10 lab fee.

Cabinet Making 1, 2 (Year)  11-12

Prerequisite: Building Technology 1, 2 and instructor’s permission.

This course consists of building furniture.  Students learn the proper usage of woodworking machines and power tools.  Students learn to design projects as well as read a set of plans.  An emphasis will be on safety.  Students will learn to build furniture from a set of drawings.  Students may keep the projects they make as long as they pay for the cost of the materials.  There is a $10 lab fee.

Building Technology 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B

(Year)  11-12

Prerequisite:  Building Technology 1, 2.

This is a two-hour course scheduled in a two-hour block.  Students will learn the construction principles and site development for building a house.  Students build a three-bedroom house on campus. All of the construction skills are involved, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and other technical skills.  Several trade associations support the class.  Skills are supervised and mentored by the trade organizations. With instructor approval, class members can enroll in Pima Community College and receive Pima Community College Credit. Fees may be charged.

Drafting  1, 2 (Year) 10-12

This is the first course that introduces the student to engineering, machine, and architectural drawing. Students will be introduced to CAD.  Activities include solving problems through drawings and renderings of objects using different drafting techniques. An emphasis is placed on developing drafting skills, discovering related careers, work ethic, becoming technologically literate, and receiving leadership training. Fees may be charged.

Architectural Drafting 1A, 1B (Year)                        11-12

Prerequisite:  Drafting Communications 1, 2

This is an architectural drafting course that includes interior design and the development of plans for building a residential or commercial building.  Computer Aided Drafting will be included.  Students should take this course if they are interested in civil engineering, building trades, planning to remodel a home/building, or building a home.  A structure will be designed and a complete set of plans will be drawn.  Students who are approved by the Instructor may enter an Educational Internship Program. Fees may be charged.

Architectural Drafting 2A, 2B (Year)                        12

Prerequisite:  Architectural Drafting 1, 2.

Students who enroll in this course are continuing their program in architectural drafting.  Drafting or Computer Aided Drafting will be used to develop drawing/plans. Upon completing this course, a student will have developed a set of plans that solves a design problem.  This course will provide the student with a foundation to continue their education through Pima Community College or the University of Arizona.  Those who excel may become employed with a construction company or a business that develops architectural drawings and plans. Fees may be charged.

Welding Design & Fabrication 1, 2 (Year)                        10-12

The first 18 weeks are devoted to skill development and related information in primarily two areas:  Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Oxyacetylene Welding (OAW).  The last 18 weeks the welding exercises utilize different electrodes and rods for positional welds of flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead. Fees may be charged.

Welding Design & Fabrication 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b  (Year)         12

Prerequisite: Welding Technology 1. Materials Required.

This course is for those students who have an in-depth interest in welding.  The first 18 weeks of the course are for reinforcement and further development of skills in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Oxyacetylene Welding (OAW) plus training in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW).  Students will learn how to read blueprints and welding symbols.  During the second 18 weeks students will design and fabricate an advanced project of their choice, which will include a complete sketch and plans, procedure and bill of materials.  Students will write a technical report using word processing and cad.  Students who are approved by the instructor may enter a Mentorship, an Educational Internship Program, or compete in VICA contests. Fees may be charged
 
Automotive Technology 1, 2 (Year)                        10-12

The course will include a major section on the automobile and other forms of transportation technology that is used to transport people and goods. Students participate in classroom and laboratory activities and projects.  Projects and activities will include using computers, basic maintenance, learning how engines work, careers, servicing the automobile, operating systems, engine efficiency, and performance.  An emphasis is placed on problem solving, safe work habits, work ethic, and leadership training.  Students who are approved by the instructor may enter a Mentorship and an Educational Internship Program.

Automotive Technology 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b (Yr)              11-12

Prerequisite:  Automotive Technology 1, 2 or instructor permission.

Students are provided with job entry instruction in the latest automotive technology.  Appropriate job entry skill levels are achieved through completing an industry approved competency list. Fees may be charged.

Automotive Technology 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b  (Year)                        12

Prerequisite:  Automotive Technology 1, 2 or teacher permission.

Students who complete Automotive Technology 1 and 2 may enroll in this course and continue their automotive technology training.  Additional skills and levels of competence can be achieved in leadership development and automotive technology.  Students may compete in various contests.  Students who complete the program may request a certificate that lists the skill levels they have mastered.  Students who are approved by the instructor may enter a Mentorship and an Educational Internship program. Fees may be charged.

Department Aide (Year)             10-12

Prerequisite:  Permission required from instructor and department chair.

The student must have the successful completion of the course for which they want to be an aide, and must have appropriate skills for the course (area).  Exceptions to the requirements would be at the discretion of the teacher and the department chair.

Independent Study (Sem. or Year)                        11-12

Prerequisite:  Permission required from the instructor, department chair, and assistant principal for instruction.

For students to be considered for Independent Study in any subject area, they must have completed a course in that subject.  Emphasis will be on a long-range individual investigation, reporting and an evaluation as a planned program within a subject discipline, which must be determined prior to registration.  Guidelines for independent study described in the Faculty Handbook, as well as deadlines must be met. Fees may be charged.

Co-op Work Base Program   (Year)  11-12

Prerequisite: Teacher Permission

The class is for Seniors and Juniors who have completed a Level III Vocational Class.  Students work in their field of study such as Carpentry, Welding, or Automotive after school.  Students need to have a job or accept the job in which they are placed.

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