



INDUSTRIAL DESIGN & FABRICATION
BECOME AN INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER OR MACHINIST
This is a year-long program. The fall semester focuses on precision measurements, CNC (Computer Numerical Control) programming and various machining. Students will learn skills by designing and building a variety of projects, some of which are self-selected, and having input into each aspect of fabrication, purchasing, machining, construction, and testing. Design concepts such as aerodynamics and ergonomics will also be researched, with opportunities to specialize in areas of design, machining, and programming. In the spring, students will learn concepts and skills in machining, welding, soldering, and brazing. Opportunities to specialize in areas of design and welding go hand-in-hand with participation in whole-class projects and self-selected projects of the students’ own interest. Year two students complete complex independent projects utilizing advanced skills in trigonometry, coding, programming, machining, and welding. Select students may compete at a high level at Skills USA.
GRADES 11-12 | HALF DAY | 120 MINUTES DAILY
COURSE INFO
PREREQUISITES
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10 credits on transcript
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Successful completion of basic geometry
CREDITS
(based on two semesters)
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1 math credit
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2 elective credits
Qualifying students earn 2 college credits (Central Maine CC) at no cost to the student!
INDUSTRY RECOGNIZED CREDENTIALS
National Institute of Metalworking Skills
PROFESSIONAL SKILL BUILDING
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Design & Engineering
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GMAW Welding
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Metal Fabrication
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SMAW Welding
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CNC Programming
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GTAW Welding
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Lathe Operation
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Grinding
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Plasma Cutting
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Milling
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Project Testing