Automotive, Building, & Manufacturing Technology Courses
09380 Activities in Technology
Grade Level: 9-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Description: This is an exploratory course that gives students a hands-on approach to discovering the world of technology in which we live. Activities will relate to four areas of technology: Communications, Construction, Manufacturing, Power/Energy & Transportation.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
CAD Drafting (AutoCad and Chief Architect)
Product Design and Development
Home Design and Construction
Energy Systems
Problem Solving
Safety
State Course: 21052A002, Introduction to Technology and Engineering-Industrial
AC0960 AC Introduction to Drafting Articulated (RVC) Weighted
Grade Level: 9-12
Credits Earned: 1
Prerequisite: None
Description: This course focuses on both Mechanical and Architectural Drafting.
Mechanical drafting will include the following types of drawings: multi-views, pictorials, sections, and 3D modeling. Architectural drafting will include the following types of drawings: floor plans, foundation plans, elevations, wall sections, plot plans, and electrical plans.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
CAD Drafting (AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor, Chief Architect)
3D Design and Printing
Laser Cutting and Etching
Product Design and Development
Problem Solving
State Course: 021102A001, Drafting
09010 Introduction to Automobiles
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Description: This course is an introduction to the automotive industry including automotive history, safety practices, shop equipment and tools, vehicle systems, and automotive maintenance.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Purchasing / cost of owning an automobile
Maintaining an automobile (changing oi, wipers, etc.)
Vehicle systems (cooling, electrical, etc.)
State Course: 20110A001, Small Engine Repair l
09810 Production Technology
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Description: This course introduces students to the manufacturing industry through individual and small group activities. Students will be involved in all steps of the manufacturing process - from product idea through the finished product. Students will have the opportunity to use a wide variety of woodworking machines and tools in the production process.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
CAD Drafting
Product Design
Problem Solving
Woodworking Machine Operation
Safety
State Course: 13052A001, Production Technology
09800 Introduction to Construction
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Description: This course provides students with the opportunity to learn the process and skills necessary to build residential structures. This course includes both hands-on experience as well as classroom activities.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Masonry
Framing (Floor, Wall, Roof)
Exterior Wall Finish (Vinyl Siding)
Interior Wall Finish (Drywall)
Roofing
Home Wiring
Material Estimation
Safety
State Course: 17002A000, Construction Comprehensive
AC0970 AC Automotive Technology Articulated (RVC) Weighted
Grade Level: 10-12
Credits Earned: 1.0
Prerequisite: None
Description: This is an all year course. Students will be working through the main systems of modern automobiles. This course is an overview of the automotive vehicle and its systems and provides information on vehicle service and maintenance.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Suspension & Steering (ASE A4)
Brakes (ASE A5)
Electrical / Electronic Systems (ASE A6)
Engine Repair (ASE A1)
State Course: 20104A001, Automotive Technician I
DC0971 DC Advanced Automotive Technology Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted
Grade Level: 11-12
Credits Earned: 2.0
Prerequisite: Automotive Technology
Description: This is a full year course for 2 periods each day. Students will continue to working through the other main systems of modern automobiles as well as work on live customer vehicles.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Manual Drivetrain & Axles (ASE A3)
Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (ASE A2)
Heating & Air Conditioning (ASE A7)
Engine Performance (ASE A8)
State Course: 20104A002, Automotive Technician II
0967 Architecture and Technical Drafting
Grade Level: 11-12
Credits Earned: 1.0
Prerequisite: Intro to Drafting
Description: This course allows students to build upon the knowledge and skills acquired from the Introduction to Drafting course. Students will have an opportunity to work on problem solving activities typical to those worked on by individuals working in the Mechanical and Architectural drafting fields.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
CAD Drafting ( AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor, Chief Architect)
3D Design and Printing
Laser Cutting and Etching
Group and Individual Problem Solving
State Course: 21103A001, 21103A002, Architectural Drafting I, Architectural Drafting II
DC3531 DC Mechatronics Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted
Grade Level: 11-12
Credits Earned: 1.0
Prerequisite: None
Description: Mechatronics is a field that involves robotics and automation, mechanical systems, electrical systems, graphics, and advanced manufacturing. Robotics and automation topics are introduced in this course with students learning how to use robot micro-controllers, sensors, robot programming, and industrial robots. Students will also be introduced to mechanical systems by covering basic safety practices, types of hand tools and fasteners, foundational mechanical principles, lubrication, and troubleshooting associated with introductory mechatronics.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
History, development, and types of robots
Basic mechanics and motors of robots
Robot micro-controllers, sensors, robot programming
Foundational mechanical principles and components
Automated manufacturing processes
State Course: 13102A001, Mechatronics
DC3532 DC Manufacturing Design Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted
Grade Level: 11-12
Credits Earned: 1.0
Prerequisite: Introduction to Drafting
Description: Manufacturing design will provide an introduction to machining processes including milling, turning, grinding, drilling, and cutoff operations. Laboratory activities include the fundamentals of machine setup and operations, tooling, precision measurement, process safety, care and maintenance. The course will also enhance skills and knowledge in computer graphics concepts.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Manufacturing Environment
Process Design and Development
Equipment Safety
Precision Measurement
State Course: 13203A005, Machine Shop Technology I
DC3532 DC Advanced Mechatronics Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted
Grade Level: 11-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: Mechatronics
Description: Advanced Mechatronics will allow students the opportunity to learn more advanced concepts in robotics and automation, mechanical systems, electrical systems, graphics, and advanced manufacturing. (NOTE: This course is taught at RVC's Advanced Technology Center. Students will attend class on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Series and parallel circuits
Robot programming
Troubleshooting and preventive maintenance
State Course: 17104A002 Industrial Electronics II
DC03540 DC Introduction to Welding Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted
Grade Level: 11-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Description: Introduction to Welding is designed for beginning welders. It covers the basic theory and provides hands-on lab practice of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick), Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (Tig), Oxyfuel (Gas) welding and cutting, plasma arc cutting, and brazing and soldering processes. Special emphasis is placed on welding shop practices and process safety. This course prepares the student to enter the rest of the welding skills courses at the ATC. (NOTE: This course is taught at RVC's Advanced Technology Center. Students will attend class on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Welding shop safety practices
Basic set-up configurations of various welding equipment
Welding techniques
State Course: 13207A001 Welding Technology I
09830 Workplace Experience
Grade Level: 11-12
Credits Earned: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Description: Workplace Experience courses allow for students to earn high school credit for work experience in fields related to a students’ career interest. Students will need to meet once a week with the school teacher at their high school and secure a job that will result in the student working 60 hours of workplace experience during the semester. The classroom instruction allows for discussion of relevant topics that are responsive to the workplace experience and employability skill development.
Major Topics or Themes: (additional topics may be covered)
Workplace Readiness
State Course: TBD