Construction, Engineering & WoodworkingConstruction, engineering, and woodworking are closely related fields that involve designing, building, and crafting structures and products. Construction focuses on the physical process of assembling buildings, infrastructure, and other projects, while engineering provides the technical and scientific knowledge required to plan and ensure the structural integrity of those projects. Woodworking, a key component of construction, involves crafting with wood to create everything from furniture to framework. Together, these disciplines combine practical skills and technical expertise to create functional, durable, and aesthetically pleasing structures and products.
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Classes Offered
BEGINNING WOODWORKING TI132 1.0 (YEAR)
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
This is an introductory level class intended for students with little to no previous woodworking experience. Students will learn the proper and safe usage of a wide variety of woodworking tools, machines, and techniques used in modern woodworking shops. Tools used include stationary power tools, portable power tools and hand woodworking tools. Learning in this class is focused on lab activities. Most of class time is spent in the shop making projects that the student designs within a set of defined specifications. The use of CAD and CNC technology will be employed in project design and construction.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
This is an introductory level class intended for students with little to no previous woodworking experience. Students will learn the proper and safe usage of a wide variety of woodworking tools, machines, and techniques used in modern woodworking shops. Tools used include stationary power tools, portable power tools and hand woodworking tools. Learning in this class is focused on lab activities. Most of class time is spent in the shop making projects that the student designs within a set of defined specifications. The use of CAD and CNC technology will be employed in project design and construction.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
ADVANCED WOODWORKING TI230 1.0 (YEAR)
Prerequisite: Beginning Woodworking *Note: Students who do not receive a B or higher in Beginning Woodworking must have the instructor’s permission to take this class.
Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12
This is a lab-based course where the majority of class time is spent designing and building higher-level projects. Students will review safety protocol, and build upon the basic concepts and skills learned in Beginning Woodworking. Emphasis will be placed on wood joinery, cabinet making, mass-production, special processes, and may also include some building construction. The use of CAD and CNC technology will be required in project design and construction.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
Prerequisite: Beginning Woodworking *Note: Students who do not receive a B or higher in Beginning Woodworking must have the instructor’s permission to take this class.
Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12
This is a lab-based course where the majority of class time is spent designing and building higher-level projects. Students will review safety protocol, and build upon the basic concepts and skills learned in Beginning Woodworking. Emphasis will be placed on wood joinery, cabinet making, mass-production, special processes, and may also include some building construction. The use of CAD and CNC technology will be required in project design and construction.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS TI160 1.0 (YEAR)
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
The Architectural Graphics class introduces students to the various drawing types associated with the architectural industry. Students will learn about concept sketching, presentation graphics, architectural rendering, and construction documents used to design and build houses and industrial buildings. Computer Aided Design software will be utilized as well as traditional hand drawing techniques. The class will emphasize using the proper graphic technique and tools to solve architectural problems.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
Prerequisite: None
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
The Architectural Graphics class introduces students to the various drawing types associated with the architectural industry. Students will learn about concept sketching, presentation graphics, architectural rendering, and construction documents used to design and build houses and industrial buildings. Computer Aided Design software will be utilized as well as traditional hand drawing techniques. The class will emphasize using the proper graphic technique and tools to solve architectural problems.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS II TI170 1.0 (YEAR)
Prerequisite: Architectural Graphics (passing grade of C or better)
Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12
Architectural Graphics II continues the exploration of architectural design process. In this class students willcomplete advanced projects in building, landscape, and interior design. This class will also give the student the opportunity to explore an area of interest independently.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
Prerequisite: Architectural Graphics (passing grade of C or better)
Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12
Architectural Graphics II continues the exploration of architectural design process. In this class students willcomplete advanced projects in building, landscape, and interior design. This class will also give the student the opportunity to explore an area of interest independently.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
DESIGN and PROBLEM SOLVING EN100 1.0 (YEAR)
Prerequisite: None.Recommended first Engineering course.
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Design and Problem Solving is a foundational engineering course that will expose students to solving problems using the Engineering Design Process. Computer Aided Design (CAD) software, microcontrollers, 3D printing, and laser processing of materials is covered in this course. Students will be challenged to solve real world engineering problems utilizing the tools and materials at their disposal.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
Prerequisite: None.Recommended first Engineering course.
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Design and Problem Solving is a foundational engineering course that will expose students to solving problems using the Engineering Design Process. Computer Aided Design (CAD) software, microcontrollers, 3D printing, and laser processing of materials is covered in this course. Students will be challenged to solve real world engineering problems utilizing the tools and materials at their disposal.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
SYSTEMS DESIGN EN200 1.0 (YEAR)
Prerequisite: None.
Recommended as the second Engineering course.
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
The Systems Design course covers multiple engineering subjects including reverse engineering, transportation, and mechanisms. Similar to Design and Problem Solving, students are challenged with realistic engineering problems and will utilize a variety of tools and equipment to build and test the solutions. The Engineering Design Process is utilized throughout the course.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
Prerequisite: None.
Recommended as the second Engineering course.
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
The Systems Design course covers multiple engineering subjects including reverse engineering, transportation, and mechanisms. Similar to Design and Problem Solving, students are challenged with realistic engineering problems and will utilize a variety of tools and equipment to build and test the solutions. The Engineering Design Process is utilized throughout the course.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
ELECTRONICS EN300 1.0 (YEAR)
Prerequisite: None.
Recommended as the third Engineering course.
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
The Electronics course will introduce students to both analog and digital electronics concepts and tools. Subjects such as Ohm’s Law, Kirchoff’s Laws, radio frequency communication, digital logic, and microcontrollers will be covered. As with other engineering courses the focus will be on utilizing tools and resources to solve engineering problems.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
Prerequisite: None.
Recommended as the third Engineering course.
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
The Electronics course will introduce students to both analog and digital electronics concepts and tools. Subjects such as Ohm’s Law, Kirchoff’s Laws, radio frequency communication, digital logic, and microcontrollers will be covered. As with other engineering courses the focus will be on utilizing tools and resources to solve engineering problems.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
ENGINEERING CAPSTONE EN400 1.0 (YEAR)
Prerequisite: Junior standing AND successful completion of Design and Problem Solving or Systems Design or Electronics.
Grade Level(s): 11, 12
The Engineering Capstone course will provide Juniors and Seniors with the opportunity to explore robotics or participate in the NASA HUNCH project. Students who choose robotics will have the opportunity to experience different types of robotics applications including competitive robotics. The NASA HUNCH program provides students the opportunity to work with NASA to solve problems related to current NASA space programs. HUNCH students will work with NASA engineers to develop these solutions and possibly get to visit the Johnson Space Center.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX
Prerequisite: Junior standing AND successful completion of Design and Problem Solving or Systems Design or Electronics.
Grade Level(s): 11, 12
The Engineering Capstone course will provide Juniors and Seniors with the opportunity to explore robotics or participate in the NASA HUNCH project. Students who choose robotics will have the opportunity to experience different types of robotics applications including competitive robotics. The NASA HUNCH program provides students the opportunity to work with NASA to solve problems related to current NASA space programs. HUNCH students will work with NASA engineers to develop these solutions and possibly get to visit the Johnson Space Center.
Credit Type: CTE, FLEX