DEPARTMENT OF TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING Introduction to Communication Technology-#262 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 9-12 Course description: How do people use communication technology today? They use it to help them communicate faster, farther, and more often than ever before. They use it to exchange information, not only with each other but also with machines. At work, people are using communication technology to become more creative and more productive. Introduction to Communication Technology will cover communication technologies found in industry. They will be exposed to various programs, including: Adobe Photoshop, Inventor, Windows Movie Maker, Dreamweaver, and Inventor. Benefit to students: The course introduces students to different information systems and their application in industries. Students will be exposed to the many career opportunities in the communication field and other fields where communication technology is found, such as animation, engineering, video editing, digital photography, and web page design. Introduction to Industrial Technology-#270 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 9-12 Introduction to Industrial Technology is the entry level course for the Woodworking and Metalworking areas. The time will be split between the wood shop and the metal shop. Small projects will be constructed to aid in the development of the students skills. There will be an introduction into what is wood and how it is cut. We will also go through measuring tools, hand tools, some beginning machine tools and finishing. The metals unit will be an introduction into the metal working areas. Topics covered include: metal working tools, sheet metal layout, cutting, folding, riveting and/or spot welding. Course fee-approx. $20.00. General Woodworking-#280 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 10-12 Course Description: Students study the principles of manufacturing processes using wood to produce a product. Students will also study the characteristics and physical properties of wood, set-up and machining methods, and basic machining principles. Several selected projects are included to aid in the development of skills, accuracy, attitudes, and craftsmanship in the manufacturing field, approx. $40 per student. A tape measure will be required for this class. Benefit to Student: Gives the student a chance to gain more knowledge, skill, and better attitude toward the manufacturing field, along with knowledge to be used in career development. 91
Cabinetry-#283 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 10-12 Prereq: General Woodworking with a "C" or better average recommended. Course Description: Cabinetry 1 consists of student designed and constructed projects to be used in the learning and exploring of cabinetry principles as related to the cabinetry industry. Approx. $60 cost for student projects. A tape measure will be required for this class. Benefit to Student: This class gives the student an opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in cabinetry and mill work area, including joints, fasteners, finishes, blue print reading and the ability to work to close tolerances. Building Construction-#282 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 11 12 Prereq: General Woods with a "C" or better average strongly recommended. Course Description: In Building Construction, students will be able to read and understand a blueprint for use in residential construction. Students will learn how to use tools effectively and safely to build walls, foundations; electrical and roof systems. In this class, students will be building home sections. A tape measure will be required for this class. Benefit to Student: Gives opportunities for the student to follow through all steps of construction in a small building. Materials and Processes-#271 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 10-12 Course description: The materials and processes course is designed to develop basic skills and knowledge in a variety of consumer materials. There are many different materials that we will be discovering including composites, plastics, and metals. The course is also designed to discuss and develop machine tool skills including the lathe, mill, casting and forming processes, injection molding, thermoform molding, and composite molding operations. Projects will be used to reinforce the information discussed during class. Course fee of $40 Benefit to the student: This is an opportunity to gain valuable experience in the processes used to create a variety of consumer goods. You will be placed in a position to develop different products that apply to everyday needs. The skills gained in this course will aid in further machine tooling insight in upcoming classes. 92
Welding-#276 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 10-12 Course Description: Identification and properties of metals, shielded metal, AC and DC arc welding, Oxy-Acetylene welding, Gas Shielded Arc (Tig and Mig) welding, plasma cutting, occupational opportunities and consumer knowledge. Individualized instruction of project work. Shop fee-$20. Benefit to Student: The student will develop skills in all positions of welding, brazing and cutting with the Arc, Mig and Oxy-Acetylene welders and equipment. A project may be constructed to apply welding practices. Sheet Metal-Machine Tool-#274 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 11-12 Prereq: Welding Course Description: This course is designed to provide further experiences in sheet metal cabinet work, machine tool (metal lathe, milling machine) operation, and foundry work. The material is planned to provide working experience through the use of tools, machines, materials, and operations that are common to many metal working occupations. Selected projects will be made by the students throughout the course. Project cost-approx $30 Benefit to Student: This is an opportunity for the student to increase their abilities, likes, and dislikes as related to some of the metal working industries. It allows the students to show their ability to read prints, follow instructions, and work to close tolerance in both sheet metal and machine tooling. The student will also learn the basic set-up and operation of various metal working tools, machines, and foundry set up. Research and Development-#286 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 11-12 Course outline: In Research and Development, students will explore different alternative energy sources including biofuels, solar, wind, geothermal, and alternative automotive energy sources to be able to apply them to daily life. Students will be able to calculate cost advantages of alternative energy sources as well as the impact they have on the environment. Theatre Stage Craft-#287 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 11-12 Students in this course will build the set for the fall musical. Students who enjoy construction, art or working with hands-on projects should consider taking this course. Students may repeat this course. Electricity-Electronics-#290 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 10-12 Recommended Algebra I or equivalent Course Description: The student will be introduced into the fields of electricity and electronics. The Student will learn the sources and methods used to 93
produce electricity from its historical beginning to the present. The student will also become familiar with many of the components used in electricity and electronics. Wiring of simple circuits, soldering and desoldering are covered. A line following robot will be constructed and soldered for the student to take home. Time will also be spent wiring basic housing circuits. Benefit to Student: It will give them the knowledge of resistors, capacitors, transistors, diodes, and switches. They will be able to apply this knowledge when working with electronic circuits. Web Page Design TC-#258 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 10-12 Course Description: The most exciting channel of communication technology is the Web through the use of web pages. More and more businesses are setting up shop on the Web. In this class, students will learn how to develop web pages and web sites using both HTML program language and Cascading Styling Sheets. Benefit to Student: The demand for personnel with the skills to create web sites has increased in the last ten years and promises to increase in the future. At the end of the class, students will be able to create web sites for business or fun. NOTE: Upon completion of Web Page, students are eligible to earn 3 transcripted credits through Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC). These earned credits are presently accepted at not only CVTC but other Wisconsin State Universities. Digital Photography-#256 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 10-12 Course Description: Students will learn to use digital cameras, edit and create images and develop computer animation with Adobe PhotoShop, the standard of the graphic design industry software. This class introduces students to the key features in PhotoShop, such as comprehensive toolset, layering and many creative options to assist students in developing professional quality images. Students will develop several projects using their digital images. Projects to include: a personalized calendar, photo buttons, & iron-on transfers. Lab fee: $10. Benefit to Student: The graphic design field is a growing segment of the Western Wisconsin, Eastern Minnesota economy. Students thinking about going into this field will have an advantage over other students as they enter their post secondary education. Robotics and Automation-#289 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 9-12 Course Description: Robotics and Automation is designed to explore the current and future use of automation technology in industry and every day use. 94
The students will receive a comprehensive overview of robotic systems and the subsystems that comprise them. In cooperation with Carnegie Mellon University, the students will program several robots using Robot C. There will be a class competition using the radio controlled VEX robotic system. The students will program artificially intelligent robots that can be controlled either autonomously, or by remote control. Careers in robotics, programming, and engineering will be discussed. Small Engines-#292 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 10-12 Course Description: This class covers the theory, operation, and maintenance of small gas engines. Topics include career opportunities, tool identification and use, principles of operation for two and four stroke engines, preventive maintenance, repair, and the use of shop manuals and parts books. Students will learn the principles of two and four stroke cycle operation, correctly use tools and instruments for working on small engines, torque various types of fasteners, follow safety guidelines, understand differences between two and four stroke engines, perform and tune-up operations on small engines, and sharpen mower blades. Student must have access to a small engine for maintenance and rebuilding. Math for the Trades- TC- #195A & B Credit- Math, Grades 11-12 Pre-req Geometry or Geometry CORE Articulated Credit w/cvtc Course Description: This course will provide the practical mathematics skills needed in a wide variety of trade, technical, and other occupational areas, including plumbing, automotive, electrical, and construction trades, machine technology, landscaping, HVAC, allied health, and many more. It is designed for students looking for an alternative approach to mathematics. Benefit to student: This course will prepare students entering multiple trades for their specific math needs when at the postsecondary level. Note- This course has been approved for transcripted credit by Chippewa Valley Technical College. Career Exploration! #376 ½ credit, Elective, Grades 11 Pre-req- None This class will center around Academic and Career Planning, or ACP, a studentdriven, adult-supported process in which students create and cultivate their own unique and information-based visions for postsecondary success, obtained through self-exploration, career exploration, and the development of career management and planning skills. In this class, curriculum would focus on ACT WorkKeys test preparation, developing skills necessary to achieve National 95
Career Readiness certification, and self-assessment using tools like Career- Cruising and Wisconsin Career Pathways. Upon completion of this course, students will have compiled a portfolio to showcase interpersonal skills learned through job shadow or work study experiences, documentation of school projects, community involvement, and service learning. Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) TC - #261 A & B 1 credit, Elective, Grades 9-12 Recommendation: Algebra I This is an introductory course designed to develop the student s problem solving skills with emphasis placed upon the concept of developing a 3-D model or solid rendering of an object. Students focus on the application of visualization processes and tools provided by modern, state-of-the-art computer hardware and software. AutoCAD Inventor will be the primary 3D modeling software used. The course will emphasize the design development process of a product and how a model of that product is produced, analyzed and evaluated, using Computer Aided Design Systems. Many design applications will be explored with discussion of possible career opportunities. Note - Students completing this course and earning a B or better and achieve a 70% on the final exam can earn 3 college credits. Principles of Engineering TC - #263 A & B 1 credit, Elective, Grades 10-12 Recommendation: Algebra II Weighted Class, Fulfills Science requirement for EHS Through hands-on experience, students will explore various technology system and manufacturing processes learning how math, science and technology are used daily in an engineering problem solving process to benefit people. From practical application of math and science skills to the utilization of technology in the design process to the fabrication and construction of products that meet specific requirements, students will experience it all. During the first few weeks of the class, we will lay the foundation for the routines and processes we will implement throughout the remainder of the class. Activities within the class include research activities, team projects, discussions, and case studies such as robot design using fischertekniks, 3D CAD using AutoCAD Inventor, Kinematics, Material Strength, Simple Machines, Trajectory and motion. 96
Note - Students completing this course and earning a B or better and achieve a 70% on the final exam can earn 3 college credits. Digital Electronics (DE) TC - #265 A & B 1 credit, Elective, Grades 10-12 Recommendation: Pre-Calculus (formerly Adv. Math) Weighted class, Fulfills Math credit elective Digital Electronics studies applied digital logic that encompasses the application of electronic circuits and devices found in watches, calculators, and thousands of other devices; it is present in virtually all aspects of our lives and its use is increasing rapidly. Students will study the application of digital logic and how digital devices are used to control automated equipment. Computer simulation software is used to design and test digital circuitry prior to the actual construction of circuits and devices. Note - Students completing this course and earning a B or better and achieve a 70% on the final exam can earn 3 college credits. Computer Science & Software Engineering TC-#266 A & B 1 credit - Grades10-11-12 Recommendation: Algebra II Weighted class Computer Science and Software Engineering (CSE) is a new PLTW course being offered for the 2014-2015 school year. Students work in teams to develop computational thinking and solve problems. The course covers the College Board s new CS Principles framework. The course does not aim to teach master of a single programming language but aims instead to develop computational thinking, to generate excitement about the field of computing, and to introduce computational tools that foster creativity. Students will create apps for mobile devices, automate tasks in a variety of languages, find patterns in data, and interpret simulations. Students collaborate to create and present solutions that can improve people s lives. 97
Engineering Design and Development (EDD) TC- #267 A & B 1 credit Grade 12 Prereq Must have taken two of the following: IED, POE, or DE Recommendation: Calculus Weighted Course This capstone course allows students to design a solution to a technical problem of their choosing. They have the chance to eliminate one of the Don t you hate it when statements of the world. This is an engineering research course in which students will research, design, test and construct a solution to an open-ended engineering problem. The product development life cycle and a design process are used to guide and help the team to reach a solution to the problem. Students will present and defend their solution to a panel of outside reviewers at the conclusion of the course. The EDD course allows students to apply all the skills and knowledge learned in previous Project Lead The Way courses. The use of 3D design software helps students design solutions to the problem their team has chosen. This course also engages students in time management and teamwork skills, a valuable set for students in the future. This course is designed for 12th grade students. Note - Students completing this course and earning a B or better and achieve a 70% on the final exam can earn 3 college credits. 98