Industrial Education /CTE

Construction Technology 1

Construction Technology 1 is a first year college and career prep course offering students a pathway into the in-demand building industry. This course is designed to provide students with technical and practical experience in basic residential and commercial construction through hands-on shop experiences and inquiry based learning, as well as applied practice of field skills. Topics of study will include shop/tool organization, construction safety, building materials, construction mathematics, fine carpentry, masonry and foundations, tile laying, framing (floors, walls, roof etc.), the HVAC system, the plumbing system, energy efficiency methods and an introduction to electricity. Students will be prepared for multiple industry certifications and qualifications. Competencies in this course are aligned with the California Common Core State Standards and the California Career Technical Education Model Curriculum Standards. This is the first course in a pathway of courses designed to engage students and develop college and career readiness skills within the building and construction trades industry sector.

Construction Technology 2 Construction Technology 2 is a college prep course preparing students for careers or post-secondary education in the building industry. This course is a hands-on, practical, and technical class engaging students in professional level skills utilized in the residential and commercial construction field. Students will apply knowledge and further develop skills acquired in Construction 1. Students will work in teams to design and construct Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU’s), developing and demonstrating the following skills and knowledge: zoning and building codes, electrical wiring, schematics and drawings, materials, framing, green technology, measurement systems, and an introduction to sustainable building concepts. Students will utilize CAD software to customize their ADU, ensure code compliance, and produce plans. Additionally, through project-based learning, students will develop their teamwork, time management, and project management skills. Competencies in this course are aligned with the California Common Core State Standards and the California Career Technical Education Model Curriculum Standards.

Construction Technology 3

Construction Technology 3 is a college prep course preparing students for careers or post-secondary education in the building industry. This course is a hands-on, practical, and technical class engaging students in professional level skills utilized in the residential and commercial construction field.  Students will apply knowledge and further develop skills acquired in Construction 1 and 2. In this course, students will develop three primary skill sets based on common roles in the Construction industry; business owner/contractor, team lead/supervisor, and shop manager. The course will culminate with the students taking on the role of construction business owner. This role will take on a variety of responsibilities related to running a business as a small independent contractor. These responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, project design, estimation, scheduling, propper client interaction, employee relationships, bookkeeping, marketing, code compliance, sustainability. In short, our contractors will be responsible for all aspects of running a successful small business.  In addition, students will gain valuable social experience, communication and leadership skills. Students will develop a detailed portfolio of the skills they have acquired. Additionally, through project-based learning, students will develop their teamwork, time management, and project management skills. Competencies in this course are aligned with the California Common Core State Standards and the California Career Technical Education Model Curriculum Standards.

Advanced Manufacturing 1

Advanced Manufacturing 1 provides students with an introduction to the techniques and technology of modern, computer-based manufacturing common to careers in the manufacturing industry. This course heavily emphasizes computer-aided design (CAD), additive manufacturing (3D printing), and a structured approach to problem solving known as the Engineering design process. Using the AutoDesk Inventor CAD program, students will develop the ability to create quality manufacturing models in three file types: part, assembly, and drawing. The additive manufacturing component of this course will present students with a comprehensive overview of 3D printing with emphasis placed on concepts of industry applications, design principles and process standards. Students will gain an understanding of the process capabilities, material characteristics, process parameters, and machine designs by creating and processing files, producing them on a variety of 3D printers, then post processing the parts. The Engineering design process is a highly structured, critical analysis tool that students will learn to apply in order to develop solutions to real world problems as a part of a sequence of increasingly complex design challenges. Students will also be exposed to a variety of peripheral manufacturing skills and technologies, including but not limited to; precision measurement, laser etching/engraving, soldering, and machining.   

Advanced Manufacturing 2

Advanced Manufacturing 2 builds upon the foundational skills and knowledge learned in the Introductory course and further prepares students for college and career opportunities in the Manufacturing Industry. This course focuses on three primary technologies central to modern manufacturing: Computer Numerical Control (CNC), Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM). Students will learn tool path programming using G & M code format, as well as CAM based post-processors to produce word-address format programs. Students will learn tool selection, setup, work holding, as well as operation of the CNC router, mill, and lathe equipment. Students will engage in a series of design challenges where they apply the Engineering design process, their Manufacturing knowledge, and   business principles to develop solutions to real world problems. Students will also be exposed to a variety of peripheral skills and technologies, including but not limited to additive manufacturing, precision measurement, and manual machining. 

Advanced Manufacturing 3

Advanced Manufacturing 3 builds upon the foundational skills and knowledge learned in the previous two courses and further prepares students for college and career opportunities in the Manufacturing Industry. This course builds a greater depth of knowledge and experience in four technologies central to modern manufacturing: Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), Computer Numerical Control (CNC) and Additive Manufacturing (AM). This course also places a significant emphasis on client interaction as custom parts are designed and produced based upon customer needs, requiring students to leverage their existing skills and knowledge while acquiring and developing new capabilities. Students will also engage in a reverse engineering project by creating a 3D model from a physical product while concurrently learning about intellectual property issues in the Manufacturing industry. Students will also be exposed to a variety of peripheral skills and technologies, including but not limited to; injection molding, 3D scanning, laser engraving/cutting, etc.