DCHS Trade & Industrial Courses

Career Management Success

Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1

This course is an academically based program, packaged as a career guidance and self-discovery experience. The theme of the course provides students the opportunity to uncover their own unique answers to important questions by exploring their abilities, ambitions and dreams, students learn how this knowledge can help them plan for a future career and successful life.


Construction Core

Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1

This course introduces students to basic skills and knowledge applicable to all construction trades.  Topics covered include basic safety, construction math, hand and power tools, blueprints, basic rigging, communication skills, and basic employability skills.  The program is Flour-Daniels certified and successful completion of curriculum modules warrants a certificate of completion.


Principles of Cosmetology

Prerequisite: CMS or concurrently taking
Credit: 1

Cosmetology provides a 3-year curriculum for the teaching of professional hair dressing skills.  Upon completion of 1,500 hours and successfully passing state board exam, any student will be employable as a cosmetologist.  Any student desiring to become a nail technician must complete 600 hours and a state board examination.


Design Principles

Prerequisite: Principles of Cosmetology
Credit: 1

This course of Cosmetology is designed for second year students and focuses on hair coloring, permanent waving, facials, and other advanced styling techniques.

Chemistry of Cosmetology

Prerequisite: Design Principles  
Credit: 1

Chemistry of Cosmetology is set aside for third year students. This course teaches students the chemistry of various products for skin, nails, and hair, as well as provides them with hands-on experience, including lab work on mannequins and patrons.


Technology Engineering-STEM

Wood Tech. I

Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1

This program has been built on the constructivist model; students participating in the program learn concepts and principles in an authentic, problem-based environment.  A network of teachers (EbD TM Network) has been selected to collaborate and conduct action research in order to better understand the complexities of student learning and to help all students succeed and be prepared for the global society in which they will grow up.


Inventions and Innovations

Wood Tech. II

Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1

Inventions and Innovations provide students with opportunities to apply the design process in the invention or innovation of a new product, process, or system.  In this course, students will learn all about invention and innovation.  They will have opportunities to study the history of inventions and innovations, including their impacts on society.  They will learn about the core concepts of technology and about the various approaches to solving problems, including engineering design and experimentation.  Students will apply their creativity in the invention and innovation of new products, processes, or systems.  Finally students will learn about how various inventions and innovations impact their lives.

Electrical I

Prerequisite: Construction Core
Credit: 1

This course provides basic skill and knowledge related to residential and commercial electrical systems. Course content includes leadership, safe practices, Ohm's law, installing conduit, conductors, electrical systems and services according to National Electrical Code and local codes. This course introduces students to basic requirements for apprentice electricians.


Electrical II

Prerequisite: Electrical I
Credit: 1

Electrical II is a course in which students will learn and practice intermediate skills related to electrical systems with emphasis placed on commercial systems. Topics covered include current protection, sizing conductors, lighting systems, three-phase motors, motor control circuits, sizing raceways, boxes, and fittings, connecting distribution transformers, including a laboratory experience conducted in a shop environment that supports electrical assembly projects by students.  This course gives students a substantial skill and knowledge foundation typically required for apprentice electricians.


Graphic Communication

Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1

This is an introductory course designed to introduce the student to entry-level skills in a variety of jobs in the printing industry.  The student is instructed by classroom lecture, demonstration, and hands-on experience.  Desktop publishing using computers is also taught.


Graphic Communication Production

Prerequisite: Graphic Communication
Credit: 1

Students improve their skills and knowledge of the printing trade by advanced training on machine operation and theory.  Skills for seeking and keeping employment are also covered.

Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)

Prerequisite: Alg I or Geometry or concurrently taking 
Credit: 1

This is an introductory course in the technological field of Engineering Design.  The first semester will concentrate on learning the computer aided drafting and design software.  The second semester will utilize the computer aided drafting and design equipment to create one-view drawing, orthographic projection, 3-view drawings, pictorial drawings (oblique, cabinet, and isometric), and dimensioning techniques.  A good background in math is helpful.


Advanced Computer Aided Drafting

Prerequisite: CAD
Credit: 1

These classes are advanced engineering design courses concentrating in technical and architectural drafting.  Advanced students will have the option to pursue technical or architectural drafting.  Areas covered in technical drafting will consist of dimensioning, orthographic projection, sectional views, auxiliary views, gears, cams, pictorials, fasteners, and blue print reading.  Areas covered in architectural drafting will consist of dimensioning floor plans, foundation drawings, elevation drawings, electrical layouts, detailed drawings, (wall sectionals, stairs, and fireplaces) door and window schedules, plot plans, and pictorial drawings.  Up to nine credits can be earned throughout high school.


Principles of Engineering

Prerequisite: Adv. CAD
Credit: 1

This is an advanced class set aside to those exploring the careers available in the engineering and manufacturing fields. Students will produce engineering designs for structures and produce workable engineering designs according to specifications and within given constraints.  Students within this course will also analyze the impact of quality and cost, productivity, product design, and the manufacturing processes as well as implement quality assurance (QA) inspection and test procedures in a manufacturing environment.

Principles of Manufacturing

Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1

Principles of manufacturing focuses on the essential principles that must be mastered for a person to be effective in manufacturing production work.  The course is intended for students more interested in production than engineering.  The course covers customers, quality principles and processes, systems, information in the workplace, the business of manufacturing, and statistical process control.


Principles of Machine and Manufacturing

Prerequisite: Algebra I
Credit: 1

Students learn the basic principles of manufacturing. This will include blueprint reading, measurements, and marking parts. They will become proficient with cutting tools and machines such as lathes, milling machines, wire EDM, CNC milling machines, etc. The cluster of classes offered will enable a student to do jobs from machine operators to tool and die makers to engineering. Emphasis is placed on quality control, codes and standards, and production systems. The course connects what is being learned to the learner's current experience, past knowledge, and future conduct.


Manufacturing Applications

Prerequisite: Principles of Manufacturing
Credit: 1

This course is an advanced level course and for students wishing to enter the workforce or pursue a higher education in manufacturing area.  This course requires students to solve problems in a real world context using simulations.

Principles of Welding

Prerequisite: Construct. Core, Algebra I
Credit: 1

Principles of Welding is a course in which students will learn basic skills and knowledge related to cutting and welding applications.  Welding and cutting skills will be developed in the context of a series of projects.  Combined with the second year course, Welding Applications, the student should be prepared for Entry Level Welding Certification, as defined by American Welding Society (AWS).


Advanced Welding

Prerequisite: Principles of Welding
Credit: 1

This course will teach advanced techniques and skills related to cutting and welding applications particularly stainless steel and aluminum.  Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared for Entry Level Welding Certification as defined by the American Welding Society.


Pipefitting

Prerequisite: Welding I, Alg I, and Geometry
Credit: 1

This is an advanced welding class which teaches welding of pipe as well as layout of piping configurations.  Set-up and design of piping systems both welded and threaded is taught, as well as pipe threading.


Masonry I

Prerequisite: Construction Core
Credit: 1

This course introduces students to basic skills and knowledge related to masonry construction in residential and commercial structures. Topics covered include safe practices, interpretation of construction drawings, basic laying techniques, masonry reinforcement, arch construction, and accommodations of weather.  This course gives students an introduction to the skill and knowledge base typically required for apprentice masons.

Masonry II

Prerequisite: Masonry I
Credit: 1

Students will learn and practice intermediate skills related to masonry construction for residential and commercial structures.  This course gives a substantial skill and knowledge foundation typically required for apprentice masons.


Carpentry I

Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1

Students will learn basic skills and knowledge related to residential and commercial carpentry.  Topics covered include wood, metal, and concrete building materials; fasteners; hand and power tools; fabrication based on construction plans; and framing of platform and post-and-beam structures.

Automotive Transportation Core

Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1

Students will learn skills necessary for entering the automotive repair industry.  Included is an in-dept study of each unit of the automobile.  Completion of this course will provide the student with necessary skills entry level job entry at the Service Station Mechanic Level.  Some subject areas covered are safety, tools and equipment, wheels and tires, ignition systems, charging systems, brakes, fuel systems, cooling systems, drive trains, steering and suspension systems, and use of shop manuals.

Auto Suspension and Steering

Prerequisite: Automotive Transportation Core  
Credit: 1

This course is designed as a continuation of Automotive Transportation Core.  It will cover the entire automobile in detail, providing the student with the skills and knowledge to enable him/her to enter the automotive service field at the advanced apprentice shop level. Areas to be covered will include safety, electrical systems, brake and engine overhaul, fuel systems, drive trains, air conditioning, operation of interrogator, and use of interrogator to diagnose on-board computers and electrical systems.


Automotive Brake Systems

Prerequisite: Transportation Core
Credit: 1

This course offers training in the diagnosis and repair of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems used in standard and anti-lock brake systems.  Course content includes diagnosis, repair, and/or service technology of hydraulic and anti-lock brake systems to original equipment manufactures (OEM) specifications.  Educational experiences simulate automotive service industry operations through training aids, laboratory facilities, and school based learning opportunities. Course content prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Brake System test, for entry-level placement in the workforce, and for entry into post-secondary education.


Automotive: Electronics

Prerequisite: Transportation Core
Credit: 1

This is a course that prepares students for entry-level positions or advanced training in automotive electrical and electronics systems. Students apply principles of electronics to automotive technology and develop diagnostic skills.  This course provides students the opportunity to acquire marketable skills by training in the use of digital and analog voltmeters, ohmmeters, and amp-meters; as well as oscilloscopes, test-lights, load-testers and specialized electrical test equipment. Education experiences simulate automotive service industry operations through the use of training aids and modules and school-based opportunities.

Automotive: Engine Performance

Prerequisite: Automotive: Electronics
Credit: 1

This is course prepares students for entry-level positions or advanced training in engine performance, as well as electronic ignition and distributor ignition systems, fuel management, exhaust emission control, and computer input and output signals. Students will identify types of sensors used by automotive engine computers and perform inspections, tests, and measurements for diagnosis and perform repairs. Education and experience simulate automotive service industry operations.


Collision Repair Structural

Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1

Introduction to basic principles of collision repair is taught. One semester is devoted to class work and one semester is devoted to shop work.


Collision Repair Non-Structural

Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1

This course prepares students to analyze collision damage to a vehicle, determine the extent of the damage, direction of impact, initiate appropriate repair plan, and correctly use equipment to fit metal.  This course prepared students for an entry-level job, advanced training, or post-secondary education.  Upon completion of this course, students are eligible to take the ASE written exam for Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair.



Paint and Refinishing

Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1

This course prepares students to understand top coats, undercoats, stripping, and paint stripping of colors.  The course allows students hands-on experience using water sanding, dry

Sanding, and free hand brushing.  Students are also taught to use gravity paint guns, clear coat guns, primer guns, and how to clean and care for the equipment.