Manufacturing - Woods, Welding/Metals

The Manufacturing Pathway trains students to design new products, decide how the product will be made, and make the product.

General course information is listed below. Additional information can be found in the SMSD High School Program of Studies.

 

METAL PRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION TO WELDING / #6896   -  This course is offered only at SM West. Students must provide transportation to SM West. This is an introductory level welding course designed to instruct students in the basic principles and applications of welding in addition to safety and machine processes. The hands-on course will challenge students to apply creativity as well as technical ability. Course cost is $15.00. Additional costs may be incurred depending upon student-selected project.                                                                                                 

DESIGN - INTRO TO COMPUTER-AIDED / #6755  -  Drafting techniques are the foundation for most of the design generated in business and industry today, from manufacturing and architectural design to fashion design. Students will be introduced to the basic principles of mechanical and computer-aided design. Course cost determined by projects chosen by student.  Credit may be applied toward the minimum fine arts graduation requirement.                                                                                                                                                                                   

WELDING 1 / #6897 -  This course is offered only at SM West. Students must provide transportation to SM West.  In this course students will study welding processes and mass production through research, design, and welding principles and techniques. Equipment and safety practices are emphasized. Course cost is $50.00.  Additional costs may be incurred depending upon student-selected projects.  Credit may be applied toward the minimum fine arts graduation requirements.                                                                                                                                                                      

METAL PRODUCTION / #6927  -  This course is offered only at SM West. Students must provide transportation to SM West. This course is recommended for students interested in pursuing more advanced training in the area of welding and manufacturing. Students will study metal fabrication and mass production through research, design, processes, and projects. Students will learn metal production techniques using hand and power equipment. Safety practices are emphasized. Students provide transportation to SM West. Course cost is $25.00.  Additional costs may be incurred depending upon student-selected projects.                                                                                                                    

WELDING 2 / #6898  -  This course is offered only at SM West. Students must provide transportation to SM West.  This course provides students with an opportunity to advance their skills in all areas of welding processes. Students will learn the welding craft based on industry-standard competencies. Course cost is $50.00.  Additional costs may be incurred depending upon student-selected projects.                                                                                                                                     

 

WOOD PRODUCTION

WOOD DESIGN 1 / #6908 -  Students study wood technology processes and fabrication in a laboratory experience through the use of hand and power equipment. This course is recommended for students interested in pursuing more advanced training in the Design and Fabrication program. Course cost is determined by projects chosen by the student.                                                                                                                                 

DESIGN - INTRO TO COMPUTER-AIDED / #6755  -   Drafting techniques are the foundation for most of the design generated in business and industry today, from manufacturing and architectural design to fashion design. Students will be introduced to the basic principles of mechanical and computer-aided design. Course cost determined by projects chosen by student.  Credit may be applied toward the minimum fine arts graduation requirement.                                                                                         

WOOD DESIGN 2 / #6905 -  Students will study wood fabrication and mass production through research, design, processes, and projects. Students will apply advanced techniques throughout the course. Safety practices are emphasized. Course cost determined by projects chosen by student and approved by the instructor.  Credit may be applied toward the minimum fine arts graduation requirement.                                                                                                                          

WOOD DESIGN AND FABRICATION / #6895 -  This course will enable students to further their knowledge, concepts, and skills in woodworking and mass production. It will provide an opportunity to design, plan, and construct cabinetry and furniture. Safety practices are emphasized. Course cost is determined by the project chosen by student and approved by instructor. Credit may be applied toward the minimum fine arts graduation requirement.                                                                                                  

COMPUTER-AIDED MANAGEMENT / #6703  -  This advanced course builds on knowledge and skills learned in Wood Design and Fabrication. Students will incorporate Computer Numerical Control (CNC) techniques and procedures in their project design and construction. Safety practices are emphasized. Course costs determined by projects chosen by the student and approved by the instructor. Credit may be applied toward the minimum fine arts graduation requirement.