| MANUFACTURING
TECHNOLOGY
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
EXPLORATORY
AND INTRODUCTION TO MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY (3
credits)
All Grade 9 students go through the Exploratory Program. Please
see page 7 for more detail. Students deciding to enter
the manufacturing technology field will be exposed to
the basics of safety, as well as the use and care of
hand tools, power tools and stationary equipment. Manufacturing
methods are initiated with an introduction to machinery
and material types, along with their basic applications.
Students start with small metalworking projects, which
lead to more complicated projects. Technology-related
mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, blueprint
reading and science are integrated throughout the curriculum.
INTERMEDIATE
MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY PRACTICES AND PRINCIPLES (3
credits)
In Grade 10, students are instructed in and demonstrate
skills and knowledge in machine safety, measuring tools,
speeds and feeds, lathe operation, mill operation, pedestal
grinder, various types of cutting tools, and drill press
operation. Students continue to receive instruction in
safety requirements and demonstrate sound safety practices.
Technology-related mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary,
blueprint reading and science are integrated throughout
the curriculum.
PRECISION MACHINING AND INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER
NUMERICAL CONTROL (CNC) (3 credits)
In Grade 11, students continue to refine skills
introduced in Grade 10. Students
receive advanced instruction and training in
the use of measuring tools, material
types, advanced lathe operation, advanced mill operation, cylindrical grinder
operation, horizontal mill, heat treat, layout and inspection. Introduction to MasterCAM, computerized numerical control
(CNC) machining and programming also begins in grade 11. Students
continue to receive instruction in safety requirements and demonstrate
sound safety practices. Students will
perform in-school manufacturing projects for customers.
Students reaching an acceptable level of proficiency may
be eligible for Work Based Learning (WBL). Technology-related
mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, blueprint reading
and science are integrated throughout the curriculum.
ADVANCED CNC (COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL) AND
ADVANCED MACHINE OPERATION (3 credits)
In Grade 12, students receive instruction and demonstrate
skills in more advanced areas of manufacturing technology,
such as lay-out and turning irregular shapes, turning eccentric,
lap and honing, CNC programming, cutter sharpening, specialized
vertical mill attachments and electrical discharge machines.
Students continue to receive instruction in safety requirements
and demonstrate sound safety practices. Students will continue
to perform in-school manufacturing projects for customers.
Students will demonstrate the ability to complete a job
application and interview and to perform entry-level job
readiness and trade skills. Each student will take the
National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI)
exam, which is a performance-based test. Students reaching
an acceptable level of proficiency may be eligible for
Work Based Learning (WBL). Technology-related mathematics,
reading, writing, vocabulary, blueprint reading and science
are integrated throughout the curriculum.
Students
successfully completing this course of study will be
able to pursue a two year or a four year degree in
the area of manufacturing or mechanical engineering,
or other related fields. Students electing to
immediately enter the work force typically acquire
positions as CNC operators or programmers, mold-makers,
or engineering technicians.
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College Career Pathways – Students successfully
completing this program can receive advanced college
credit.
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