Grades 11-12; 1 semester
Prerequisite: None (Recommended: Communication Technology)
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Introduction to CAD is designed to give students experiences in basic house design and mechanical drafting using the computer. Students will become familiar with a small, affordable home and do various three-view and pictorial drawings.
Grades 11-12; 1 semester
Prerequisite: Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting
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Architectural drafting is an advanced course in drafting. Students will develop a basic understanding of floor plans and specifications that go into the development of today’s homes and light commercial buildings. Floor, foundation, and site plans will be developed using computer software.
Grades 9-12; 1 semester
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Communication Technology involves the basic elements and concepts of graphic means of transmitting and receiving information. Students will explore how graphic communication works, how it is used, and how it impacts society. Topics covered will include computer-aided drafting, layout and design, grahic arts, telecommunications, and computer usage. Students should not enroll in Graphic Arts during the same semester that they are enrolled in Communication Technology.
Grades 9-12; 1 semester
Prerequisite: None (Recommended: Exploring Technology)
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This course introduces students to basic electronic theories, components, circuits, test equipment, and construction techniques. A hands-on circuit and project building and testing approach coupled with theoretical explanation is used. Direct current circuit theory is introduced along with an introduction to alternating current circuits. Basic house wiring techniques are also taught
Grades 11-12; 1 semester
Prerequisite: Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting
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Engineering drafting is an advanced course in mechanical drafting. Students will use CAD software to produce working and assembly drawings. Students will complete several design and construction projects.
Grades 11-12; 1 semester
Prerequisite: Introduction to Electronics
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The student will be introduced to digital electronics using a circuit building testing approach. Semiconductor theory, power supplies, gates, binary numbers, counters, and linear circuits are also covered. Students study the theoretical aspects of digital electronics and then test and troubleshoot practical circuits.
Grades 11-12; 1 semester
Prerequisite: Digital Electronics
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Analog and Digital Circuits deals with the analysis and application of active devices such as transistors, diodes, and integrated circuits. Electronic communication is covered for radio transmission and reception and fiber optic communication. Digital applications proceed to various computer interface circuits and the programming and interfacing of a simple microprocessor. A student will also gain a degree of proficiency with applicable test equipment and will explore robotics.
Grades 11-12; 1 semester
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Graphic Arts 1 provides students with an introduction to the processes and equipment used in the graphic arts area. Students will work in the areas of electronic image assembly, paste-up, scanning, digital images, typesetting, line photography, black and white photography, plate preparation, offset press setup and operation, screen printing, heat seal printing, vinyl cutting, and glass etching. The students will use resources in the graphics lab to design and complete projects.
Grades 11-12; 1 semester
Prerequisite: Graphics Arts 1
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Students will expand their knowledge in the areas of electronic publishing, offset printing, screen printing, vinyl printing and cutting, and heat seal printing. An emphasis will be placed on advanced electronic image assembly and output including the use of a digital camera, advanced printing techniques, and advanced heat seal printing. Students will design and print multi-color projects. Career opportunities in graphic arts will also be explored.