Automotive, Building, & Manufacturing Technology Courses

09380 Activities in Technology   

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)

State Course: 21052A002, Introduction to Technology and Engineering-Industrial

AC0960 AC Introduction to Drafting                                                                                                     Articulated (RVC) Weighted

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)

State Course: 021102A001, Drafting

09010 Introduction to Automobiles   

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)

State Course: 20110A001, Small Engine Repair l

09810 Production Technology   

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)

State Course: 13052A001, Production Technology

09800 Introduction to Construction   

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)

State Course: 17002A000, Construction Comprehensive

AC0970 AC Automotive Technology Articulated (RVC) Weighted  

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)

State Course: 20104A001, Automotive Technician I

DC0971 DC Advanced Automotive Technology     Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted                 

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)

State Course: 20104A002, Automotive Technician II

0967 Architecture and Technical 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)

 State Course: 21103A001, 21103A002, Architectural Drafting I, Architectural Drafting II

DC3531 DC Mechatronics                                                                                             Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted

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)

 State Course: 13102A001, Mechatronics

DC3532 DC Manufacturing Design                                                                          Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted

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)

 State Course:  13203A005, Machine Shop Technology I

DC03532 DC Advanced Mechatronics                                                                                          Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted

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)

 State Course:  17104A002 Industrial Electronics II 

DC03540 DC Introduction to Welding                                                                                          Dual Credit (RVC) Weighted

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)

 State Course:  13207A001 Welding Technology I 

09830 Workplace Experience                                                                                                            

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)

State Course: TBD