Technology Education
EXPLORING TECHNOLOGY I
- This course uses a computer driven, modular classroom, which promotes independent study of a wide range of technologies and its computer controlled equipment.
Emphasis is placed on today's careers. FEE REQUIRED
Robotics & Automation Engineering Structures
CNC Milling Computing Aided Design
Aerodynamic Technology Plastic Technology
Electronics Fluid Power System
Flight Simulation Radio Broadcasting
Controls & Sensors CO2 Raceway Design
Space & Rocket Alternative Energy
Animation Fiber Optics & Lasers
Intro. Computers & Servicing
Elective: 9 th , 10 th , 11 th , & 12 th grades
Credit: ½ unit
Length: 1 semester
EXPLORING TECHNOLOGY II – This class is intended for students who have successfully completed Exploring Technology level 1. Level 2 also uses the modular classroom setting and will provide an opportunity for students to confront problems and solve them using technology. FEE REQUIRED
Prerequisite: Exploring Tech I
Elective: 10 th , 11 th , & 12 th grades
Credit: ½ unit
Length: 1 semester
C.A.D.D. –Computer Aided Drafting and Design. This class uses “CADD Light”, a popular, introduction level program. This class is opened to all upper class students and is recommended to students who may pursue a technical career. FEE REQUIRED
Prerequisite; None
Elective: 10 th , 11 th & 12 th grades
Credit: ½ unit
Length: 1 semester
INDUSTRIAL MATERIALS I – This class is designed for all students in all grade levels. 9 th graders are especially encouraged to take this class in their first year at the high school. The class is almost entirely hands-on shop experiences with the majority of the projects in metalworking. Some other projects will use wood and electricity. All of the projects use print reading and procedures, with emphasis on accuracy. This is an introduction level shop class that requires no prior experience . The purpose of this class is to teach the very basics of the proper use of tools, materials, and methods that are used both in industry and at home. FEE REQUIRED
Prerequisite: None
Elective: 9 th , 10 th , 11 th & 12 th grades
Credit: ½ unit
Length: 1 semester
INDUSTRIAL MATERIALS II - This is a class that may be taken after the Industrial Materials I class. It is a continuation of more advanced projects involving metals and woods. The Toolbox, Aluminum vise, and Coat rack are the major projects. The majority of the class time will be spent in shop projects using print reading and design. Some of the related studies will involve precision measurement, manufacturing processes, automation, and computed aided machines.
Emphasis will be placed on safety, organization and accuracy of shop skills. FEE REQUIRED
Prerequisite: Industrial Materials I
Elective: 9 th , 10 th , 11 th , and 12 th grades
Credit: ½ unit
Length: 1 semester
HOME MECHANICS - This is a how-to-do course with its goal to prepare future homeowners. The students will learn how to maintain and repair the home and things in the home. In-depth study will be in house wiring and plumbing. Other areas will include painting, drywall, roofing, heating, landscaping, equipment maintenance, and use of tools, materials, and processes. An oak “Grand-daughter” clock will be built during this class. FEE REQUIRED
Prerequisite: None
Elective: 9 th, , 10 th ,11 th & 12 th grades
Credit: ½ unit
Length: 1 semester
OCCUPATIONAL
CAREER EXPLORATIONS (CBI) - “Career Explorations” is a Career Based Intervention (CBI) program for 9th and 10th grade students at Midview High School. The purpose of this program is to give the students educational and work-based learning opportunities. The two-year program is designed to help students who are having problems in school improve grades, develop job skills, gain knowledge about career opportunities, and develop a career plan. The students will earn credits while in this program that apply for graduation. The program will provide students with class instruction, the possibility of proficiency intervention, help with personal skills, and an introduction to the world of work.
A major piece of the program is to provide work-related experiences for the students. At the 9 th grade level, these work experiences may not be paid positions, and may include such opportunities as shadowing, volunteer work, and community service. At the 10 th grade level, job opportunities will be explored within the village of Grafton primarily.
Prerequisite: Selection by staff
Elective: 9 th and 10 th grades
Credit: 3 units
Length 1 year
OCCUPATIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE (OWE) - The Occupational Work Experience program is designed to provide a means for the development of occupation readiness through educational, social, personal, and economic experiences. The program is designed to extend over a two-year period (11 th & 12 th grades). The student attends school for a half-day or a minimum of four class periods. Two of the four periods shall be spent in the study of work-related subjects. The balance of each school day is spent on the job. The student receives actual on-the-job work experiences under the supervision of an employer and the teacher coordinator. The student must be employed for a minimum of 15 hours per week, exclusive of Saturday work, during the school year. FEE REQUIRED
Prerequisite: Selection of Staff
Elective: 11 th 12 th Grades
Credit: 4 units (2 classroom, 2 work)
Length: 1 year
