TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
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:
• Demonstrate basic engineering design skills using CAD software
• Demonstrate understanding of the four career pathways and explore one pathway in depth by designing and fabricating a product in that pathway
• Demonstrate understanding of the materials( properties and selection) and processes used in product fabrication
• Demonstrate the ability to correctly program / code CNC and 3D printing equipment
• Demonstrate the safety attitudes and procedures required in the use of fabrication materials and equipment
• 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“ applicationbased 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 hasn’ t previously been available). Prerequisite / Selection process: Design and Fabrication I Credit: One Trimester = 0.5 credit, Art Credit Major outcomes:
• Students will be able to demonstrate 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. As the second course in the sequence, the products in this course will allow for greater complexity and personalization in focus
• 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 advancing students’ knowledge and skills in the design and fabrication of products. 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.
Introduction to CNC Machining [ And HS only ] Prerequisite / Selection process: Engineering Design and Fabrication I Intended audience: Grades 9, 10, 11, & 12 Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit Major outcomes:
• Demonstrate safe operating procedures for CNC equipment
• Read and interpret engineering blueprints and technical specifications
• Write and edit basic CNC programs
• Use CAD / CAM software to design and prepare parts for machining
• Set up and operate a CNC machine to produce a finished part
• Perform quality checks using precision measurement instruments
Projects, activities, etc.: A significant portion of this class is dedicated to hands-on learning, research, and speakers Instructional focus: Students will work on schoolprovided CNC machines to apply the concepts learned in class. They will progress from simple exercises to more complex projects, developing practical skills in machine operation and problemsolving Co-curricular Connection: Skills USA
Introduction to Welding & Manufacturing [ AHS, BHS, CPHS, CRHS only ] Intended audience: Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit Major outcomes:
• Oxy-Acetylene Welding [ OAW ]
• Sheet metal / Bench metal
• GMAW / SMAW welding
• Foundry
• Plasma cutting Projects, activities, etc.: Welding skills, welding techniques, project based sheet metal and foundry, design and complete project using metal forming tools and welding Instructional focus: Introduction to the metal fabrication industry with emphasis on metal forming, precision, mathematics, and joining techniques through lab work
Welding & Manufacturing [ AHS, BHS, CPHS, CRHS only ] Prerequisite / Selection process: Metal Technology I or Intro to Welding & Manufacturing Intended audience: Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit Major outcomes:
• Advanced welding techniques in OAW, GMAW, and SMAW
• TIG welding mild steel
• Flame cutting
• Lathe operation Projects, activities, etc.: Design and make projects Instructional focus: In depth look at the metal fabrication industry with emphasis on precision, metal forming, mathematics, and joining techniques through lab work
Honors Trade and Industrial Internship Program Prerequisite / Selection process: Related technology subjects are recommended; application during grade 11 Intended audience: Grade 12 Credit: Up to three credits available [ 0.5 credit per trimester for seminar, 0.5 credit per trimester for work ]; students may enroll for up to three trimesters which is preferred by employers / internship sites Major outcomes:
• General employment skills
• On-the-job success could include, but is not limited to, employment in careers such as auto mechanics, graphics, electrical, drafting, cabinetry, machine operations, metal fabrication, construction, or welding Projects, activities, etc.: Community service, leadership opportunities and skills competition Instructional focus: The seminar portion focuses on work-related topics and school sponsored work sites provide for early release and graduation credit Co-curricular Connection: SkillsUSA
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