Industrial Technology provides a means by which students can apply in practical and meaningful situations, the theoretical principles of science, mathematics, social science, and related subjects. Industrial technology is that portion of general education devoted to understanding and solving the technical and human problems brought about by the industrialization and technological advancement of our society. It is especially concerned with introducing students to the nation’s industries through courses in drafting, wood,  metal, power, and electronics. Students considering careers in engineering, industry, or construction on any level will find the courses helpful. 

Course Descriptions

Mechanical Drafting
Course number: IND 0903
Type: elective
Grades: 9, 10
Prerequisites: none
Credits: 1
Terms: 1 

Course content will include freehand sketching, use of drawing instruments, lettering, geometric constructions, multi-view drawings, blueprint reading, dimensioning, and CAD. Using this content the students will work in a project-based atmosphere developing a project that can be created within the course and lead into Maintenance Shop Operations.  

Building Trades
Course number: IND 0904
Type: elective
Grades: 9, 10
Prerequisites: none
Credits: 1
Terms: 1 

Course content will include freehand sketching, use of drawing instruments, lettering, geometric constructions, multi-view drawings, blueprint reading, dimensioning, and CAD. Using this content the students will work in a project-based atmosphere developing a project that can be created within the course and lead into Maintenance Shop Operations. 

Maintenance Shop Operations (MSO)
Course number: ND 0901
Type: elective
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Mechanical Drafting
Credits: 1
Terms: 1  See Counselor (NIACC course – 3 sh) 

Projects that have been developed in Mechanical Drafting will incorporate aspects of MSO. The student is introduced to shop equipment generally found in the industrial maintenance environment. The student uses a safe setup and produces parts with metal saws, drills, and grinders. They will work with basic welding and cutting, thread repair, anchors, and fasteners. Student use of mechanical prints to identify parts in assembly and repair situations are practiced, along with the use of catalogs to find and order repair parts, study bearings and seals, and failure analysis. 

Automotive I & II
Course number: IND 0905/0906
Type: elective
Grades: 11, 12
Prerequisite: MSO
Credits: 2
Terms: 1  (2 periods ea) 

Students will be introduced to the automotive industry. Students will learn skills in auto mechanics.  Curriculum will include safety in the shop, care and use of tools, engine construction, ignition systems, fuel  systems, charging systems, starting systems, electronic systems, brake systems, lubrication and tune up. Students will also gain knowledge in engine rebuilding, transmissions, clutch, drivetrain, differentials,  suspension systems and electrical systems. 

Advanced Welding
Course number: IND 1001
Type: elective
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Ag & Industry Welding
Credits: 1
Terms: 1  

This is a one-semester welding class that students will perform skills in (GMAW) Gas Metal Arc Welding,  (GTAW) Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, (FCAW) Flux Cored Arc Welding, and Mechanized Plasma cutting. Students will learn how to read drawings and interpret welding symbols. 

Ag & Industry Welding
Course number: WEL 1405
Type: elective
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 1
Terms: 1 

This is a basic arc/oxy-fuel welding and cutting course. The students will perform introductory skills in  SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW welding, oxy-acetylene welding, and oxy fuel cutting. The student learns safety procedures relating to welding subjects and general shop safety.