Construction 

Introductory Construction

No Prerequisite Required

Students will learn skills, techniques, and procedures to safely operate tools and equipment used in furniture, cabinetry, home, and finishing carpentry. Students will work with hand and power tools to create projects from a variety of different wood stock. Tools that students will learn to operate include, but are not limited to, table saws, miter saws, CNC Routers, lathes, and sanding machines. All personal projects will go home with the student, while school-based projects will be used by the school for years to come.  

Construction can be taken as an introduction to the trades, or to gain essential life skills. Whether you want to train for a career, become a DIY expert, start your own small business, or renovate your home in the future, signing up for Construction is a great first step.  

  • CON 1010 Construction Tools & Materials 
  • CON 1120 Product Management  
  • CON 1130 Solid Stock Construction 
  • CON 1160 Manufactured Materials 
  • CON 1910 Con Project A  

Intermediate Construction

Prerequisite Recommendation: CON 1010, CON 1120

  • CON 3120 Tool Maintenance 
  • CON 3130 Furniture- Leg & Rail 
  • CON 3140 Furniture- Surface Enhancement  
  • CON 3190 Production Planning 
  • CON 3200 Production Management 

Advanced Construction

Prerequisite Recommendation: CON 1010, CON 1120, CON 2200 

  • CON2200: Product Development
  • CON3120: Tool Maintenance 
  • CON 3150: Furniture Repair 
  • CON3130: Furniture – Leg & Rail 
  • CON3160: Cabinetmaking – Cabinets 
  • CON3190: Production Planning CON3910: Project D 


Pre Engineering

Students will learn the essential skills of good engineering and design through a multi-pathway approach to prepare them for potential careers in Engineering and to use effective design principles in their everyday lives. Students at all levels will learn CAD (Computer-Aided Design), Electrical circuit design and analysis, and principles of robotics.  

Students will also be given opportunities to engage with projects or subject areas that match their interests, such as Security Systems, Electronic Control, Specialized circuits, and more. Students will also be given opportunities to use our state-of-the-art fabrication systems such as 3D printers, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) router machines, and laser cutter/engravers to make their designs take hold.

Introductory Pre Engineering 

No Prerequisite Required 

  • DES 1050 CAD 1   
  • ELT 1010 Electro-Assembly 1   
  • ELT 1030 Conversion and Distribution 
  • ELT 1130 Robotics 1   
  • ELT 1140 Robotics Applications   

Intermediate Pre Engineering 

Prerequisite Recommendation: ELT 1010 ELT 1130 =

  • DES 2055 CAD 2 
  • ELT 2010 Electro-Assembly 2   
  • ELT 2020 Electrical Servicing   
  • ELT 2910 ELT Project B 
  • ELT 2910 ELT Project C 

Advanced Pre Engineering 

Prerequisite Recommendation: ELT 2010, DES 2055 

  • DES 3055 CAD 3
  • ELT 3010 Electro-Assembly 3
  • ELT 3020 Electrical Servicing 
  • ELT 3180 Robotic Vision Systems   
  • ELT 3950 Advanced Practicum   

Robotics

No Prerequisite Required

Students will embark on an immersive journey into the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics Competition, where students transform concepts into competitive robots. This course provides hands-on experience in the entire robotics development lifecycle, from initial design and prototyping to final competition. Students will have opportunities to engage with their own elements of interest and develop proficiency in: 

  • Mechanical Design & Manufacturing: Utilizing CAD software and fabrication tools to create robust robot structures. 
  • Electrical Control Systems: Wiring and integrating sensors, actuators, and control boards for seamless robot operation. 
  • Robotic Programming: Implementing complex algorithms and control strategies using industry-standard programming languages. 
  • Robot Piloting & Strategy: Mastering the art of robot control and developing winning game strategies. 

In a fast-paced, collaborative team setting, students will tackle real-world engineering challenges, fostering teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership skills. This course provides opportunities to contribute to all areas of the FRC team, including mechanical repair, electrical troubleshooting, software debugging, and strategic game analysis. Prepare to unleash your creativity and engineering prowess in the electrifying arena of FIRST! Robotics Competition! 

Students will earn a variety of personalized credits from the following:  

  • Design Thinking for Innovation (3 & 5 credit locally developed curriculum) 
  • CAD Credits: DES 1050, 2055, 3055 
  • Robotics Credits: ELT 1010, ELT 1130, ELT 1140, ELT 2140, ELT 3150