Applied technology education is an experience-based program designed to instill in students an understanding of technology’s evolution, tools, materials, processes and its impact on our world with opportunities for all students. Some students enroll in the program for the purpose of career exploration, while others enroll in support of their studies in other departments (such as art, computer science, or business), while still others enroll as the first step in an educational process, which ultimately leads to technical certification, apprenticeship or a college level degree.
Course Number: L10
Course Title: Communications Technology
Grade: 9-12
Communications Technology is a one-semester course designed to help students become technologically literate in the field of communications. Students will learn the history of communications technology, graphic design, drafting, home architecture, aerospace engineering and design.
Course Number: L11
Course Title: Manufacturing Technology
Grade: 9-12
This one-semester course provides students with both technical and hands-on experience in how everyday products are manufacturing from start to finish. Topics covered include engineering, prototype and design, research and development, materials processing, robotics, welding and sheet metal fabrication.
Course Number: L14/15
Course Title: Metal Working Skills I Prerequisite: Grade 11-12
This course introduces students to a general overview of metalworking processes. Students will gain an understanding of equipment, tools, safety procedures, machine operation, metal-fabricating methods, industrial applications, and problem solving.
Information Technology Pathway:
Sophomore: Basic Computer Technology I/II (A+ Plus)
Junior: Network Design & Maintenance I/II (Cisco) – Dual Credit Senior: Network Design & Maintenance III/IV (Cisco) – Dual Credit Certifications: CompTIA A+ Certificate
Manufacturing Technology Pathway:
Freshman: Communications Technology/Manufacturing Technology Sophomore: Computer Aided Drafting I/II
Junior: Metalworking Skills I (NIMS Certification) Senior: Metalworking Skills II (NIMS Certification) Certifications: National Institute for Metalworking Skills Architectural/CAD Pathway:
Sophomore: Electronics I/II or GeoCAD
Junior: Computer Aided Drafting I/II or Honors Computer Aided Drafting – Dual Credit Senior: Architectural CAD Honors I/II
Certifications: Architectural & Engineering CAD Certificate Engineering Pathway:
Sophomore: Communications Technology and Manufacturing Technology or GeoCAD Junior: Engineering Design I/II or Computer Aided Drafting I/II or Honors
Computer Aided Drafting – Dual Credit
Senior: Engineering Design I/II and Introduction to 3-D Design I/II Certifications: Architectural & Engineering CAD Certificate
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION-APPLIED TECHNOLOGY
Course Number: L16/17
Course Title: Metal Working Skills II Prerequisite: Metal Working Skills I
This course is a continuation of Metalworking I. This course will enhance students’ occupational levels of training, understanding, and skill development in the metal-working processes. Emphasis will be directed toward the principles of metallurgy, metal lathe operation, forging methods, casting process, and heat-treating procedures. Advanced welding methods will be presented as well as career awareness and opportunities in the metal industries. The appropriate use of technology and industry-standard equipment is an integral part of this course. After successful completion of this course, students will complete the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Level II certification exam.
Course Number: L21/22
Course Title: Basic Computer Technology
Grade: 10-12
This one-year Basic Computer Technology course is a general computer, maintenance, repair, and technical skills training course.
The course will cover computer hardware, operating system (DOS, Windows, and Unix) and some professional standards. The goal of the course is to give students the knowledge and theory of how to build a computer, upgrade operating systems, troubleshoot and repair computer systems or PC’s. Students will learn how to protect their computer system and its data from a Virus, Spyware, Trojan Horse and Worm. The course uses a combination of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on labs including the building and repairing of a computer. This course is articulated with Prairie State College and students may receive dual credit. To receive dual credit, students are required to complete the application process for Prairie State College.
(Dual Credit 11-12 Only) Course Number: L51/52 Course Title: Electronics I/II
Grade: 10-12
This one-year introductory electronics course provides students with a basic understanding of electronic principles and fundamentals. Computer graphics on computers and text will be used to explain basic electronics such as voltage, resistance, and current. Students will experiment with electronic components and construct electronic circuits and projects using a variety of lab kits. This course is articulated with Prairie State College and students may receive dual credit. To receive dual credit, students are required to complete the application process for Prairie State College.
Course Number: L71/72
Course Title: Computer-Aided Drafting I/II
Grade: 10 – 12
This one-year course is designed to provide students with information and practical experience in the field of AutoCAD design and drafting software. If your future career is, or you have an interest in drafting, engineering, architecture, machining or creating accurate mechanical drawings you must understand how to use the software. Fundamentals, activities and procedures include:
orthographic, pictorial, pattern development, precise dimensioning, and architectural drawings. This course is articulated with Prairie State College and students may earn college credit when they fill out the Prairie State College dual credit application form.
(Dual Credit 11-12 Only)
Course Number: L71A/72A Course Title: Geo CAD I/II
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I and Math Foundations
This course is designed to offer students Geometry concepts and apply them in hands-on designs and construction in classroom and CAD environments. Geometry and CAD vocabulary, tools, and virtual tools are reinforced in both environments. Students will solve practical problems in Geometry and apply those same concepts in the CAD design environment. An overall goal will be for students to generate problem-solving techniques and designs while applying CAD applications to demonstrate their understanding.
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION-APPLIED TECHNOLOGY
Course Number: L73/74
Course Title: Computer-Aided Drafting I/II Honors Prerequisite: Credit Earned in CAD I and II
Grade: 11-12
This one-year course is a continuation of Computer-Aided Drafting I/II. The student should be familiar with 2D and 3D drawing concepts to be enhanced by more rigor of processing more working drawings in the fields of drafting design, engineering, and architecture. Students will use multiple plot styles of reproducing their drawings. This course is articulated with Prairie State College and students may receive dual credit. To receive dual credit, students are required to complete the application process for Prairie State College. (Dual Credit 11-12 Only)
Course Number: L75/76
Course Title: Network Design & Maintenance I/II Prerequisite: Credit Earned in Algebra I
Grade: 11 – 12
This one-year Network Design and Maintenance Course serves as a general introduction for students to acquire a foundation in current network technologies for local area networks (LANs), and wide area networks (WANs), and the Internet. It provides an introduction to the hardware, software, terminology, components, design and connections of a network, as well as the topologies and protocols for LANs. It covers LAN-user concepts and the basic functions of system administration and operation. The course uses a combination of lectures, demonstrations, discussions and hands-on labs. This course is articulated with Prairie State College and students may receive dual credit. To receive dual credit, students are required to complete the application process for Prairie State College.
Course Number: L77/78
Course Title: Network Design & Maintenance III and IV
Prerequisite: Credit Earned L75/76 Network Design and Maintenance I and II and Teacher Recommendation
Grade: 12
This one-year course will enable students to develop practical experience in skills related to configuring Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide-Area Networks (WAN). The course will also give students practical experience with design, configuration, and maintenance of switches and routers. Equipment for teaching this course is only available at Rich South.
Course Number: L79
Course Title: Web Page Design
Grade: 10 – 12
Students will learn to plan and create their own web pages. Students will access, evaluate, and analyze sites to grasp the elements of good and bad web pages design. For this one-semester course its framework is based on the use of HTML coding, Dreamweaver, and Microsoft FrontPage software with specific hands-on exercises in the computer lab. Students will create and enhance Web pages with links, graphics, tables, frames, and form application. The course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to develop interactive Web sites. Students will have the opportunities for creative self –expression within the confines of effective design principles and ethical limitations. Students will create a web site for a client in the community or in the school. This course is articulated with Prairie State College and students may receive dual credit. To receive dual credit, students are required to complete the application process for Prairie State College.
Course Number: L81/82
Course Title: Transportation I/II
Grade: 10-12
Formerly known as “Automotive Technology”, this one-year course provides students with technical experience related to maintenance, repair, and servicing of a variety of vehicles. Learning activities will permit students to gain knowledge of fundamental principles and methods and to develop technical skills related to vehicle repair. Due to need for specialize equipment this course is only taught at Rich Central and Rich East. This course is articulated with Prairie State College and students may receive dual credit. To receive dual credit, students are required to complete the application process for Prairie State College.
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION-APPLIED TECHNOLOGY
Course Number: L84/85
Course Title: Architectural Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) Honors Prerequisite: CAD 1/II
Grade: 11 – 12
Architectural CAD is a course design to teach basic residential dwelling design fundamentals. This course will function on the overall design process to include plot layout, basic exterior and interior design, electrical, plumbing and mechanical design, construction systems, and alternative construction. Areas of study will include but are not limited to: geometric construction, orthographic projection, conventional practices in dimensioning, sectioning, auxiliary view systems, pictorial systems, architectural drawings and computer aided drafting. Students will also be exposed to modeling, and various problem solving activities. This course utilizes CAD for speed and consistency, and all projects will be completed using this method.
Course Number: L86/87
Course Title: Engineering Design Prerequisite: Algebra and Geometry
Grade: 11-12
Engineering Design is a course designed to encourage student application of scientific knowledge to real life situations. Each quarter, teams of students will be presented with a different project. To successfully complete each project, the students will have to research the problem, design a solution that incorporates scientific knowledge, and construct an apparatus that demonstrates their solution to the stated problem. Problem solving skills will be emphasized through this process. This course has been designed to encourage student exploration of multiple solutions to a single problem. Applied technology and science topics could include but are not limited to: robotics, pneumatics, computer controlled machining, and optics.
Course Number: L88
Course Title: Video Editing
Grade: 11 – 12
Introduce students to basic skills they need to enter the television production industry. This course has been developed to introduce students to digital video production concepts and techniques using various digital video editing systems. Through hands-on sessions, students learn about the non-linear editing process from digitizing raw video to producing finished segments. Special template videos are utilized to enhance the sessions and teach students the important elements of operation, video production and creating their own news story. During the semester production assignments will include comedy and drama skits, music videos documentaries, news packages, and/or commercials.
Course Number: L90/91
Course Title: Introduction to 3D Design I/II Prerequisite: Engineering Design I/II
In this course the dimensional drawing shows a likeness (shape) of an object as viewed by the human eye. The use of three-dimensional (3D) drawing and design as a tool is becoming more prevalent throughout industry. Companies are discovering the benefits of 3D modeling in design, visualization, testing analysis, manufacturing, assembly, and marketing. The three–
dimensional drawings are also a part of a product instruction or exploded (a series of pictorial drawings) assembly drawings.
Three-dimensional models are also from the basis of computer animations and virtual worlds used with virtual reality systems.
Drafters who can design objects, buildings, and “worlds” in 3D are in demand for a wide variety of positions, both inside and outside the traditional drafting and design disciplines. This three-dimensional design is advanced form of technical thinking. One of the most valuable things in the world is a good idea and one who can put a good idea on the paper is worth a lot of money.
Course Number: L98/99
Course Title: Independent Studies: Technology Occupations Prerequisite: Administrative approval
Grade: 11-12
Before final registration the student must obtain the approval of an instructor in the Applied Technology Department under whom he/she will study. The instructor will base this approval both on an evaluation of the student’s ability and the program of study proposed by the student. The approved program must be submitted to the designated administrator for final approval.
Independent Study is done on a Pass/Fail basis.