Industrial Arts Courses


Basic Wood Technology

This course teaches the safe use of power tools and machines used in the making of furniture products. Emphasis is on good safety habits along with proper woodworking techniques. Students must furnish necessary materials.

Prerequisite: General Technology Education recommended
Carnegie Unit: 1

Advanced Wood Technology

This course is an extension of Basic Wood Technology. Students will be required to do more advanced woodworking designs and techniques.

Prerequisite: Basic Wood Technology
Carnegie Unit: 1

Construction Technology

This shop class teaches the basics in construction work.

Prerequisite: General Technology Ed. is recommended H.L.B. & S.T.H.S. ONLY
Carnegie Unit: 1

Architectural Drafting

This course involves residential planning and design with emphasis on plans for framing, electrical system, plumbing, and elevation.

Carnegie Unit: 1

Power Mechanics

This course deals with the history of the engine, tools and safety, engine types, parts and functions, fuel systems, lubrication and cooling systems, pneumatic and fluid power, and troubleshooting in small gas engines. This course is offered to tenth, eleventh, or twelfth grade students.

Carnegie Unit: 1

Automotive Body Repair I

Students will learn the basic skills for doing auto body repair work. They will learn such skills as: safe working habits, metal preparation, bondo application and sanding, feather edging, masking, mig welding, brazing, rust spot cure and prevention, and fiberglass repair and application.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR. OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Automotive Body Repair II

Students will learn the basic skills for doing auto body repair work. They will learn such skills as: safe working habits, metal preparation, bondo application and sanding, feather edging, masking, mig welding, brazing, rust spot cure and prevention, and fiberglass repair and application.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR. OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Automotive Technician I

Students will learn how to repair automobiles, both foreign and domestic. They will learn how to identify and use the latest diagnostic equipment. In addition, the students will learn how to trouble shoot, be logical and systematic in solving problems. The features covered during the 2-year course are engine overhaul, engine tune up, engine repair, electrical systems, trouble shooting, and drive train.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR. OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Automotive Technician II

Students will learn how to repair automobiles, both foreign and domestic. They will learn how to identify and use the latest diagnostic equipment. In addition, the students will learn how to trouble shoot, be logical and systematic in solving problems. The features covered during the 2-year course are engine overhaul, engine tune up, engine repair, electrical systems, trouble shooting, and drive train.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR. OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Carpentry I

This course focuses on residential construction. Students learn many different skills such as: install vinyl siding and trim, build and install cabinets, install counter tops, stain and seal wood, use of hand and power tools, basic house framing, install pre-finished paneling, install ceiling tile, install window trim, and install door units and trim.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Carpentry II

This course focuses on residential construction. Students learn many different skills such as: install vinyl siding and trim, build and install cabinets, install counter tops, stain and seal wood, use of hand and power tools, basic house framing, install pre-finished paneling, install ceiling tile, install window trim, and install door units and trim.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Diesel Mechanics I

Students learn to rebuild gas and diesel engines. Students also learn how to use most types of hand tools, rebuild transmissions--both automatic and standard, trouble shoot gas and diesel engines, rebuild gas and diesel cylinder heads and learn how to work with others.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Diesel Mechanics II

Students learn to rebuild gas and diesel engines. Students also learn how to use most types of hand tools, rebuild transmissions--both automatic and standard, trouble shoot gas and diesel engines, rebuild gas and diesel cylinder heads and learn how to work with others.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Drafting & Technology I

Students learn how to draw 3 dimensional objects on paper. They learn how to read the "language of industry" which is made up of lines and symbols. In addition, students learn how to describe size and shape, how to use proportions and scales, and how to be logical, resourceful, and systematic when they plan or draw. The specific areas covered during the 2 years are mechanical drafting, piping drafting, structural drafting, marine drafting, surveying drafting, and CAD (Computer Assisted Drafting).

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Drafting & Technology II

Students learn how to draw 3 dimensional objects on paper. They learn how to read the "language of industry" which is made up of lines and symbols. In addition, students learn how to describe size and shape, how to use proportions and scales, and how to be logical, resourceful, and systematic when they plan or draw. The specific areas covered during the 2 years are mechanical drafting, piping drafting, structural drafting, marine drafting, surveying drafting, and CAD (Computer Assisted Drafting).

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Electrician I

Students learn the following basic skills in these classes: Reading and interpreting wiring plans; installing wiring boxes and outlets, connecting switches and circuits, installing ground fault circuit interrupters, installing electrical metallic tubing EMT, wiring houses built by carpentry class on school grounds, designing and installing basic motor control systems, learning methods and procedures and conclusions to trouble shoot electrical systems, and studying license code requirements.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Electrician II

Students learn the following basic skills in these classes: Reading and interpreting wiring plans; installing wiring boxes and outlets, connecting switches and circuits, installing ground fault circuit interrupters, installing electrical metallic tubing EMT, wiring houses built by carpentry class on school grounds, designing and installing basic motor control systems, learning methods and procedures and conclusions to trouble shoot electrical systems, and studying license code requirements.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Electronics I

Students learn to install and repair consumer electronics, computer electronics, communications electronics, industrial electronics, instrumentation, and office equipment. They learn the following basic skills in these classes: soldering techniques; voltmeter reading; test equipment usage; VCR cleaning; and introduction to basic radio and TV servicing.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Marine Operations I

Marine Operation is a training program approved by the United States Coast Guard. Students learn the following basic skills in these classes: S.O.L.A.S. (Safety of Life at Sea), Marlinespike, Seamanship, Charts, Navigation, Rules of the Road, Radar, Plotting, Tankerman, Tides and Currents, Weather, and Celestial Navigation.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR. OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Marine Operations II

Marine Operation is a training program approved by the United States Coast Guard. Students learn the following basic skills in these classes: S.O.L.A.S. (Safety of Life at Sea), Marlinespike, Seamanship, Charts, Navigation, Rules of the Road, Radar, Plotting, Tankerman, Tides and Currents, Weather, and Celestial Navigation

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR. OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Outdoor Power Equipment Tech. I

Students learn the basics of small engine mechanics such as: parts of the engine, operation, disassembly and assembly of an engine. They learn the following basic skills in these classes: work in a shop environment safely, proper use of a welding machine and torch, disassembly of 2- and 4-cycle engines, repair outboard power heads and lower units, installation of outboard engines, install engines and drive trains in mud boats, repair small tractors and riding mowers, air compressor repair; and repair weed eaters and other similar equipment.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR. OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Outdoor Power Equipment Tech. II

Students learn the basics of small engine mechanics such as: parts of the engine, operation, disassembly and assembly of an engine. They learn the following basic skills in these classes: work in a shop environment safely, proper use of a welding machine and torch, disassembly of 2- and 4-cycle engines, repair outboard power heads and lower units, installation of outboard engines, install engines and drive trains in mud boats, repair small tractors and riding mowers, air compressor repair; and repair weed eaters and other similar equipment.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR. OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Plumbing I

This course focuses on skills dealing with residential plumbing systems such as: pipefitting, fixture and appliance installation, systems installation, maintenance and repair. Practical work experiences are a major component and completing students will have skills to enter the work force as an apprentice plumber.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR. OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Plumbing II

This course focuses on skills dealing with residential plumbing systems such as: pipefitting, fixture and appliance installation, systems installation, maintenance and repair. Practical work experiences are a major component and completing students will have skills to enter the work force as an apprentice plumber.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR. OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Welding I

Students learn the following basic skills in these classes: Cutting oxy/acetylene-P, Plasma cutting, Arc gouging SMAW (shielded metal arc welding), GMAW (gas metal arc welding), GTAW (gas tungsten arc welding), FCAW (flux core arc welding), Brazing, basic fitting, and good working habits and ways to become successful in industry. Students are taught the basic skills they need to become valuable employees in local industry.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR. OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Welding II

Students learn the following basic skills in these classes: Cutting oxy/acetylene-P, Plasma cutting, Arc gouging SMAW (shielded metal arc welding), GMAW (gas metal arc welding), GTAW (gas tungsten arc welding), FCAW (flux core arc welding), Brazing, basic fitting, and good working habits and ways to become successful in industry. Students are taught the basic skills they need to become valuable employees in local industry.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR. OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH

Trade & Industry Coop. Education

TICE offers the student an opportunity to integrate the regular classroom and laboratory exercises with practical employment experience. The program is open to a carefully selected number of students on an individual basis. Selection into the program is based on the individual student's needs and occupational goals that are matched with specific industry needs and demands. The TICE program is limited to Juniors and Seniors who are at least 17 years old. Once the student is in the program he/she must maintain a satisfactory academic and disciplinary record. Applications to the program must be made through the TICE coordinator at the Vo-Tech High School.

Prerequisite: PREFERENCE IN SCHEDULING TO JUNIOR & SENIOR. OTHERS MUST BE 16 YEARS OF AGE
Carnegie Unit: 3 credits at VO-TECH