Electromechanical Technology
COURSE DESCRIPTION

EXPLORATORY AND INTRODUCTION TO ELECTROMECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (3 credits)
All Grade 9 students go through the Exploratory Program.  Please see page 7 for more detail. Students deciding to enter the electromechanical technology field will be exposed to the basics of safety and sanitation, as well as equipment identification and use. Students are introduced to mechanisms and a wide variety of electromechanical principles and practices. Safety, hand tool and digital multi-meter use are demonstrated and practiced. Technology-related mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, blueprint reading and science are integrated throughout the curriculum.

BASICS OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC CIRCUITRY, MOTORS, GENERATORS, MOTOR CONTROLS AND POWER SUPPLIES (3 credits)
In Grade 10, students learn circuit interpretation, design and construction through the use of computer assisted training and simulators. Principles of direct current (DC), alternating current (AC), magnetism, semiconductors and electronic devices are taught and practiced. Students demonstrate the ability to use test equipment to measure electrical and mechanical variables. 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.

SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES, PNEUMATICS, ROBOTICS AND PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS, HYDRAULICS AND NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (3 credits)
In Grade 11, students are instructed and demonstrate skills in construction and diagnostic repair of direct current (DC) motors, alternating current (AC) motors, motor controls, hydraulics and pneumatic devices and equipment. Motor control design use and troubleshooting are taught and practiced with simulators and motor controls. The National Electrical Code (NEC) is presented through basic projects, and students demonstrate analytical skills needed to verify or troubleshoot residential and commercial low- and high-voltage wiring, including commercial and residential alarm and automation systems. Students will perform in-school electromechanical projects for customers. Students continue to receive instruction in safety requirements and demonstrate sound safety practices.  Students reaching an acceptable level of proficiency may be eligible for Work Based Learning (WBL).  Technology-related mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary and science are integrated throughout the curriculum.

DIGITAL ELECTRONICS, ROBOTICS, APPLIANCE REPAIR, REFRIGERATION, PROGRAMMED LOGIC CONTROLLLERS, AND VARIABLE SPEED DRIVES   (3 credits)
In Grade 12, robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLC), and variable speed drives are taught. Motor controls, hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical theories are applied to the field of major appliance repair. Students are trained in preparation for their Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 refrigeration certification, Level 1. Digital electronics are instructed and practiced.  Service documentation is developed and tested. Students are instructed in preventative maintenance schedules, and proper maintenance procedures are practiced. Troubleshooting, part nomenclature, interpretation and application of schematics, and proper service techniques are refined. Students continue to receive instruction in safety requirements and demonstrate sound safety practices. Students will demonstrate the ability to complete a job application and interview and have entry-level job readiness and trade skills. Students will perform in-school electromechanical projects for customers. 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 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 areas of mechanical, electrical, or electronic engineering.  Students electing to immediately enter the work force typically acquire positions as production development technicians in manufacturing facilities, and robotics technicians in assembly applications.  Additionally, repair technicians for all phases of high and low voltage electricity, hydraulic and pneumatic mechanical controls. 

* College Career Pathways – Students successfully completing this program can receive advanced college credit.