TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
• Prerequisite to Technical Systems in Automotive Technology II
Instructional Focus : Theory of operation and related mathematics through hands-on activities
Automotive Technology II Prerequisite / Selection Process : Automotive Technology I Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : One trimester = 0.5 credit Major Outcomes :
• Theory of operation
• Brake service
• Driveline service
• Suspension service Projects , Activities , etc .: Work on personal vehicle as time and space allow Instructional Focus : Theory of operation and related mathematics through hands-on activities
ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION
Architectural Drafting and Design [ Students may earn Art Requirement Credit ] Intended Audience : Grades 9 , 10 , 11 and 12 Credit : One Trimester = 0.5 credit , Art Credit Major Outcomes :
• Construction / cabinetry terminology
• CAD software applications
• Codes and design constraints
• Introduction to blueprint reading
• Construction / cabinetry measurement systems
• House design
• 3D Residential design
• 2D Floor plans
• Basic cabinetry design
• Exploration of architectural careers Projects , Activities , etc .: This course will focus on using computer-aided drafting ( CAD ) software to design various aspects of residential structures and cabinets . Instructional focus : Computer lab-based ; students will use industrial level software to produce construction and cabinetry designs . Students will receive art credit for this course .
Cabinetry I [ Students may earn Art Requirement Credit ] Intended Audience : Grades 9 , 10 , 11 and 12 Credit : One Trimester = 0.5 credit , Art Credit Major Outcomes :
• Knowledge and safe use of tools and equipment
• Basic processes in construction of cabinets
• Cabinet materials and applications
• Finishing materials and procedures
• Exploration of construction / manufacturing careers
Projects , Activities , etc .: Construction of basic cabinet details . Instructional focus : Laboratory-based ; focused on safety , integration of math , science and workplace skills . Students will receive art credit for this course .
Cabinetry II Prerequisite / Selection Process : Cabinetry I [ Students may earn Art Requirement Credit ] Intended Audience : Grades 9 , 10 , 11 and 12 Credit : One Trimester = 0.5 credit , Art Credit Major Outcomes :
• Frame and panel construction
• Drawer construction
• Joinery
• Abrasives and hardware
• Exploration of construction / manufacturing careers
Projects , Activities , etc .: Students will follow a plan / blueprint and construct a cabinet . Instructional focus : Laboratory-based ; instructor-designed product . Focused on safety , integration of math , science and workplace skills . Students will receive art credit for this course .
Cabinetry III Prerequisite / Selection Process : Cabinetry II [ Students may earn Art Requirement Credit ] Intended Audience : Grades 9 , 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : One Trimester = 0.5 credit , Art Credit Major Outcomes :
• Integration of all cabinetry aspects
• Exploration of construction / manufacturing careers
Projects , Activities , Etc .: This is the culmination or capstone of the cabinetry course series . Students will personally design and construct a product that integrates all of the aspects from the first two courses . Instructional Focus : Laboratory-based ; Individualized design and product . Focused on safety , integration of math , science and workplace skills . Students will receive art credit for this course .
Exploring Construction Intended Audience : Grades 9 , 10 , 11 and 12 Credit : One Trimester = 0.5 credit Major Outcomes :
• Jobsite Safety
• Foundation / masonry
• Residential Framing
• Roofing
• Basic Electrical
• Basic Plumbing
• Insulating
• Introduction to drywall installation
• Introduction to interior finishing / trim work
• Introduction to exterior finishing
• Exploration of construction careers
Projects , Activities , etc .: This course is offered at the high school and teams of students will build storage sheds . Following completion of this course , additional in-depth construction courses may be taken at STEP , where a house is built . Instructional focus : Laboratory-based ; focused on safety , integration of math , science and workplace skills .
MANUFACTURING
Engineering Design & Fabrication I [ Students may earn Art Requirement Credit ] Intended Audience : The Design and Fabrication course will be the first course all Tech Ed CTE students will participate in . As such , it has no prerequisite . Credit : One Trimester = 0.5 credit , Art Credit Major Outcomes :
• Students will be able to demonstrate basic engineering design skills using CAD software .
• Students will demonstrate understanding of the four career pathways and explore one pathway in depth by designing and fabricating a product in that pathway .
• Students will demonstrate understanding of the materials ( properties and selection ) and processes used in product fabrication .
• Students will demonstrate the ability to correctly program / code CNC and 3D printing equipment .
• Students will demonstrate the safety attitudes and procedures required in the use of fabrication materials and equipment .
• Students will experience and be able to articulate the critical attributes of manufacturing careers needed to be successful in MN businesses and industries .
Instructional Focus :
• This course will focus instruction on students developing and then applying their knowledge and skills in the design and fabrication of a product . Students will be allowed to choose the career pathway of focus .
• Students will also be expected to integrate STEM and other content knowledge into their product design and fabrication .
• This is an “ application-based course ” with students demonstrating real-world application of knowledge and skills in the use of high-tech cutting-edge equipment , software and materials .
Co-curricular Connection : Skills USA Students will receive art credit for this course .
Engineering Design & Fabrication II [ Students may earn Art Requirement Credit ] Intended Audience : All interested students in Grades 9 , 10 and 11 ( or any first time Tech Ed upper class student since this course
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