Metals Manufacturing
Curriculum Description
The Metals Manufacturing Program prepares students for employment or post secondary education in metals production occupations . Through application of metal working skills , students learn the manufacturing process . Production work in the program is designed to teach skills in teamwork , problem solving , and human relations .
Activities include : blueprint reading , Computer Assisted Drawing ( CAD ), precision layout and measurement , and the introduction and safe operation of various metal working equipment including drill presses , lathes , vertical mill , Computer Numerical Control ( CNC ) milling center . Students are exposed to , and learn some basic welding and cutting operations .
Course Requirements
General Education Required Courses
• English - 4 credits
• Math - 4 credits
• Science - 3 credits
• Social Studies - 4 credits
• Health & Physical Education - 1 credit
• World Languages - 2 credits ( required if NC college bound )
• Electives - 4 credits in any other subject area
Certificate Required Courses
• Technology , Engineering & Design
• Introduction to Computer Science
• Drafting I
• Drafting II - Engineering
• Project Management I
• Welding I , II
• Metals Manufacturing
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