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This course offers the development of basic mechanical drawing skills and techniques and students will be introduced to 2-D and 3-D computer aided drafting, along with 3-D printing. The instruction gives students an understanding of mechanical drawing and layout work often necessary in today’s industrial society. Sketching, lettering, geometric construction, multi-view, sectional and auxiliary drawings will be completed using mechanical and computer aided drafting techniques. The course is recommended for students who are planning any type of engineering, mechanical or industrial career. Software used includes Autodesk AutoCAD and Inventor.
CAD II develops student skills and interests beyond the fundamentals of CAD I by working on ad- vanced principles of the first level course. New material covered will be techniques involved with revolutions, fasteners, CAM drawings, detail, and assembly working drawings, and 3D printing. Computer aided drafting will be reinforced with the application of previous course work, along with an opportunity for independent study in the areas of architectural and structural drafting and rapid prototyping using Autodesk Inventor. Software used includes Autodesk AutoCAD and Inventor.
Civil Engineering and Architecture is the study of the design and construction of residential and com- mercial building projects. The course includes an introduction to many of the varied factors involved in building design and construction, including building components and systems, structural design, storm water management, site design, utilities and services, cost estimation, energy efficiency, lead analysis and careers in the architectural and civil engineering fields. The major focus of the CEA course is to expose students to the design and construction of residential and commercial building projects, design teams and teamwork, communication methods, engineering standards, and technical documentation. See www.pltw.org for more information.
This course is an introduction to digital media, including photography, audio, and video technolo- gies. Students will gain hands-on experience with digital cameras, video cameras, and computer software while producing digital media content. Students will be required to have access to at least a 5 megapixel digital camera, and pay a $5.00 lab fee.
This course will build on the knowledge gained in Digital Media I. The curriculum is designed for students to choose an emphasis in either the photography or video fields. The course is for students who are highly motivated and are interested in pursuing a career in a photography, video, or commu- nications field. The 15 minute arrival time before school to produce Mustang Vision every morning and working on weekly live streams of events at South Western High School in the evening hours are required of all students in this class.
This course is open to any student with no previous high school metal working experience. Students enrolled in the course work in areas of foundry, machine shop, welding, and sheet metal. During the course, students will be involved in producing their own required projects as well as participating in a mass production project exercise. Costs for the individual projects are covered by the students. Costs for the mass production project are paid for by the sale of the project. Class also open for NIMS pre-apprenticeship students. See section on pre-apprenticeship opportunities.
TMetal Technology II is a second level class for the student interested in developing advanced skills in metal working. The class is an individual project based class; customized to where the student will research, design, and build a project out of metal in the area of his or her choice. The student should already have an idea of what area or areas in metal working they would like to focus. Very important that the student and their parents understand the student designed project will be paid for by the student. A portfolio to include careers, project idea, research, project design, project ma- terials, project directions, evaluation, and summary of the project experience will be required at the conclusion of the course along with the project. Class also open for NIMS pre-apprenticeship students.
Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) is a course that is appropriate for students that are in- terested in design, engineering or any highly technical career. The major focus of the IED course is to expose students to a design process, professional communication and collaboration methods, design ethics, and technical documentation. IED gives students the opportunity to develop skills in research and analysis, teamwork, technical writing, engineering graphics, and problem solving through activity-, project-, and problem-based (APPB) learning. Used in combination with a team- ing approach, APPB-learning challenges students to continually hone their interpersonal skills and creative abilities while applying math, science, and technical knowledge learned in other courses to solve engineering design problems and communicate their solutions. No previous knowledge is assumed, but students should be concurrently enrolled in college prepara- tory mathematics and science courses in order to facilitate the use and understanding of appropriate math and science concepts necessary for the successful completion of IED coursework. In addition, students will use industry standard 3D solid modeling software to facilitate the design and docu- mentation of their solutions to design problems and challenges. As the course progresses and the complexity of the design problems increase students will learn more advanced computer modeling skills as they become more independent in their learning, more professional in their collaboration and communication, and more experienced in problem solving. Introduction to Engineering Design is one of two foundation courses in the Project Lead The Way high school pre-engineering program. The course applies and concurrently develops secondary level knowledge and skills in mathematics, science, and technology. See www.pltw.org for more
Principles Of Engineering (POE) is a high school-level survey course of engineering. The course exposes students to the major concepts (see topics listed below) that they will encounter in a post- secondary engineering course of study and provides the opportunity to investigate engineering and other highly technical careers. POE also provides students the opportunity to develop skills and understanding of course concepts through activity-, project-, and problem-based (APPB) learning. Used in combination with a teaming approach, APPB learning challenges students to continually hone their interpersonal skills, creative abilities, and problem solving skills based upon engineer- ing concepts. It also allows students to develop strategies to enable and direct their own learning. To be successful in POE, students should be concurrently enrolled in college preparatory mathematics and science. Students will employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solution of engineering design problems. Students will develop problem-solving skills and apply their knowledge of research and design to create solutions to various challenges. Students will also learn how to document their work and communicate their solutions to their peers and members of the professional community. Principles of Engineering is one of two foundation courses in the Project Lead The Way high school engineering program. The course applies and concurrently develops secondary level knowledge and skills in mathematics, science, and technology. See www.pltw.org for more information.
Power Technology is the study of energy and power related systems. This course is divided into the study of energy and energy sources, fluid power systems, commercial electrical systems, transporta- tion systems, mechanical systems, and other industrial power related systems. Each of these areas will be investigated through theoretical study, experimentation and practical projects. Students will be required to pay a $10.00 lab fee to cover the costs of consumable materials used for projects designed, constructed and tested in class.
Practical Electricity and Electronics is designed to familiarize students with the basic concepts and components of electronic circuitry and equipment. This is accomplished through theoretical study of electricity and completion of practical labs. Throughout the duration of the class, students will learn the proper use of electronic test equipment, how to read and analyze electrical diagrams, and perform selected experiments related to the lessons presented in class. No initial lab fee is required, but students will be required to cover costs associated with any individual projects completed in class to take home.
This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts of Graphic Communications from the creation of ideas to the development of graphic products such as screen printed t-shirts and posters. Students will apply fundamental skills in the areas of technical illustration, computer illustration, desktop publishing, screen-printing, printing press operation, and web portfolios. Students are required to pay a $10 lab fee.
Graphics II is a continuation of Graphics I. Emphasis is placed on graphic design, typography, desk- top publishing, advanced screen-printing techniques, multi-color offset printing, product packaging, electronic publishing, and web portfolios. Students are required to pay a $10 lab fee.
This course will guide students through the process of designing, developing, producing, and revising websites. HTML code, web authoring, digital editing, document exchange file formats, and software will be used to provide content rich sites to end users. Current and future trends in the field and the use of the internet and web technologies will also be examined. The 3D Animation portion of the class will provide the basic concepts of character generation and modeling, animation, motion graphics, and computer generated 3D environments using open source software.
This course is designed for students interested in a welding career. Welding Applications is intended to introduce students to the most common welding applications and theory found in industry. The course will include: Basic Shop Safety, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Oxygen-Acetylene Welding (OAW), Oxyfuel Cutting (OFC), Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Core Welding (FCAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) in all positions or as needed by participants. All students will be charged a $35.00 lab fee. Juniors and Seniors may elect to take the course for 3 college credits through Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC). Students who elect the course for college credits must do so at the beginning of the semester. If a student elects to take the course for college credits, a cost of $75.00 per credit will be charged for a total of $225.00. Cost per college credit subject to change. This class is also required for welding pre-apprenticeship.
This course is designed as an introduction to building with wood and all the machines and processes that go along with manufacturing in the non-metallics. Students will have an in depth look at power tools, safety and procedures of use. This is a material based course and students will be able to build and take home the projects they make. There will be a $20.00 lab fee for all students taking the course and students will be responsible for purchasing the lumber they use.
This is a continuation of the Wood and Manufacturing I course. Students are expected to take their wood working to the next level including more advanced projects and joinery. Students will work on a class project, mass production project, and then finish the semester with an independent project. Students will also be introduced to dovetail and box joinery. There is a $20.00 lab fee and students are responsible for purchasing any lumber they use.