Power Technology 9 (MADGE09)

In this year-long course, students will learn how to design and produce everything from a machinist’s hammer to a Go-Cart or motorized scooter. This introductory course explores lathe and mill machine tools, sheet metal tools, welding and other related disciplines. Power mechanics (small engines) and explores alternate energy sources such as solar and electrical are explored. This second half of the course is devoted to project development.

Robotics 9 (MADER09)

This is a full year two-part course.

Part 1 – Basic Robotics

Students build a robotic arm that can pick up objects from a bolt to a can. Students learn about design, manufacturing, structure, and hydraulics.

Part 2 – Sumo Bots

Students design and build a mini sumo robot to do battle! Students learn about basic electronics, design, sheet metal, and basic machine work.

Power Technology 10 (MTPOW10)

Students will design, develop, and build a small one-man vehicle powered by an alternate source of power; in this case electricity/solar power. A significant portion of the course will be “hands on” where students learn about electricity and electric power, welding and structural fabrication, sheet metal fabrication, and basic machine shop procedures using the lathe and milling machine. The theory portion of the course will address environmental issues and problems concerning today’s transportation. In addition, students will learn about basic design considerations, frame design, steering, weight distribution, aerodynamics, gear reduction, and more. We hope to be able to enter in a local competition.

Metalwork/Power Technology 11 (MTMET11)

Of interest to the student who has a passion for cars and custom fabrication, this course teaches students how to safely and accurately operate lathes, milling machines, shapers, surface grinders, drill presses, and bandsaws. They will also learn how to use measuring tools (micrometers), welding theory (mig, tig, oxy-acetylene), machine shop basics (lathe), sheet metal forming (rolling, beading), fastener science, basic fabrication skills and layout, and stress strain calculations. All machine operations will be associated with projects. The course also allows students to become proficient in arc and oxy- acetylene welding and cutting. Students will complete two welding projects.

Metalwork/Power Technology 12 (MTMET12)

A beginner’s automotive fabrication element is incorporated in this course. This course goes beyond MFM 11. Students’ skills may develop to a higher level and projects will be elaborate. The following machines will be used: lathes, grinders, milling machine, drill press, and welder. Automotive fabrication expands to a higher level as students fabricate everything from frames to engine parts.