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Industrial Tech

COURSES OFFERED:

K135 Transportation 1 Auto: (10-12) This is a 2 quarter course in automotive mechanics giving hands on consumer knowledge of the automobile industry. Recommend have or getting driver's license.

K154 Visual Communications (Graphics) 1: (9-12) This is a 2 quarter course in offset and screen process printing techniques.

K315 Construction Technology (Woodworking) 1: (9-12) This 2 quarter course provides basic technical information and laboratory experiences related to current practices in the construction industry. Students gain exposure to tools, materials, and processes: framing, roofing, plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting finish carpentry, and common home repairs. There is no prerequisite or fee.

K680 Visual Communications (Drafting) 1: (9-12) This is a 2 quarter course covering basic drafting. Instruction in drafting instruments, lettering, line value, multiview drawing, pictorials, and auxiliaries are some of the topics covered. (Competency in basic math fundamentals is recommended).

K682, K684, K686 Visual Communications (Drafting) 3-8: (10-12) (2 quarters each) Advanced courses in drafting. Some of the topics covered are: Introduction to computer aided drawing/drafting designing a full set of house plans, mechanical drafting, mechanical assembly, and special projects.

K700 Tech Discoveries 1: (9-12) The curriculum of this 1 quarter course is designed so that students will be exposed to various technological concepts and career paths. The format for this course entails modular stations. Students will complete a minimum of 7 instructional modules from offerings presently totaling 20. Three required modules are computer technology, word processing, and keyboarding. This course, in conjunction with Business Tech/Keyboarding, meets the technology foundations graduation requirement.

T225 Electronics Technician (ROP): (Age 16+) Electronics Technician is a 4 quarter course in which students explore electricity and electronic circuits through computer simulations and lab activities. Students will learn the basic skills and circuits necessary for entry level employment. Students receive a certificate upon completion of the course. Students can receive third year math credit at a 50% level. (10 credits equal 5 math and 5 electronics.) Suggested prerequisites: Math A, Basic Algebra, or concurrent enrollment in Algebra. Students must be 16 years old to take this course.

T270 Visual Communications (Graphics) ROP: (Age 16+) This is a 2 quarter class for sophomores, juniors, and seniors covering a study of modern industrial printing processes with emphasis on camera, offset press operations, typesetting, layout, design, and job placement skills.

T720 Furniture Manufacturing/Finishing (ROP): (Age 16+) This 2 quarter course provides entry-level training, upgrading of skills, and advanced training in cabinet and furniture construction. The course covers safety and instruction in machine and tool operation. There is no prerequisite, there is a fee only for materials taken out of the shop.

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