Course Descriptions
Construction Blueprint Reading 10410110 The carpentry profession , tools of the trade , job site etiquette and safety , and carpentry math . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Floor Framing Systems 10410104 This course teaches all aspects of floor construction and flooring system construction . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Material Cutting Applications 10442301 Visual inspection of weld and cut edges , manual and machine oxy fuel gas cutting , air carbon arc cutting , plasma arc cutting , and mechanical cutting methods . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Solidworks Fundamentals 10606160 Introduces terminology ; software operation and interface layout . It also exposes the student to creating basic models , assemblies & using the drawing environment . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Brake Systems 10602104 This automotive course focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose , service and repair vehicle braking systems including an introduction to ABS . Focus will be on replacing and machining disc and drum brakes , learning brake hydraulic principals , different types of brake fluids , parking brake operation , and flaring replacement brake lines . ( Pre-requisite : 10-602-101 Auto Service Operations ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Auto Electrical & Elect Syst 1 10602102 Students will diagnose more complex circuits utilizing an electrical meter and test light . Students will build circuits and test existing circuits on a vehicle , including parallel circuits and relays . Testing will include volts , amps , Ohms- measured and calculated , and voltage drop . ( Pre-requisite : 10-412-153 Intro to Electrical Systems ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Gas Metal Arc Welding 1 10442348 Course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the knowledge , skills , process and understanding of welding in the flat and horizontal positions , fillet , pipe to plate and groove welds on plain carbon steel . ( Corequisite : 31-442-301 , Material Cutting Applications ) Course Typically Offered :
Gas Metal Arc Welding-Adv 31442367 Course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the knowledge , skills , process and understanding of welds in the flat , horizontal vertical and overhead positions on fillet , pipe to plate , T-Joints ( 1F & 2F ) and groove welds with and without backing ( 1G & 2G ) on plain carbon steel using the spray mode of transfer and on aluminum . ( Prerequisite : 31-442-348 , Gas Metal Arc Welding 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
SolidWorks Intermediate 10606106 Introduces using intermediate features such as patterns , revolve , and sweep . Students learn how to measure center of gravity on assemblies and to create completely dimensioned orthographic drawings . ( Prerequisite : 10-606-160 , SolidWorks Fundamentals ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
General Biology 10806114 Introduces general biological concepts / principles . Emphasis is on cell structure / function , genetics , evolution , and taxonomical relationships . Consideration is also given to diversity among the various kingdoms . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 263 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 17 ; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
College 101 10890101 Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages reflective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their first semester as it identifies key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Renewable Energy & Sustainab 10480101 An overview of various renewable energy technologies and sustainable design practices and their current applications . Emphasis will be placed on policies , renewable energy production , green products and jobs . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Basic Mechanics 10620144 Introduction to basic mechanical devices and tools used for assembly , disassembly and adjustment . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Introduction to AC / DC 10660116 Introduces the concepts of AC and DC power and basic circuits . Using a multimeter , students learn about voltage , current , and resistance in both AC and DC circuits . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Fluids 1 : Basic Pneumatics 10620100 What fluid power is , differentiate between hydraulics and pneumatics , implement basic pneumatic circuits , utilize schematics , apply Pascal ' s Law , define properties of fluids , implement airflow control and hydraulics cylinder circuits . Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
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