Lockport Township High School District 205 2021-2022 Course Catalog

AUTO MECHANICS 2 - VOCATIONAL - TE1240
Length of Course:
One Year
Credit:
2.0 Credits
Grade Placement: 12
Prerequisite: Vocational Auto Mechanics 1
State Code:
20104A002
Course Description: Lab Class - This is an advanced course for students interested in the career field of auto mechanics. Students utilize skills previously acquired in the Vocational Auto
Mechanics 1 course and specialize in advanced engine repair and maintenance, computer diagnostic work, and service management areas. Activities include readings, lectures, and
demonstrations with a comprehensive competency based study of auto shop safety, use of basic hand and power tools, major and minor engine overhaul and repair, ignition and computer
systems, engine performance, diagnosis & repair, major tune-up and disc and drum brake systems. Students utilize skills learned by working on cars as they would in a “real world”
situation. Students are expected to pay for materials consumed for personal use. Safety glasses are required. Classroom 50% - Lab 50%. Dual credit may be available through Joliet
Junior College.
BUILDING TRADES - INTRODUCTION TO - TE1225
Length of Course:
One Semester
Credit:
.5 Credit
Grade Placement: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite:
None
State Code:
13052A001
Course Description: The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the different skills and occupations associated with Building Trades. In addition, Career Awareness
activities will be dealt with. This course is a prerequisite to the Vocational Building Trades I course. Classroom 40% - Lab 60%. Dual credit may be available through
Joliet Junior College for students in grades 11 and 12.
BUILDING TRADES 1 - VOCATIONAL - TE1243
Length of Course:
One Year
Credit:
1.0 Credits
Grade Placement: 11, 12
Prerequisite:
Introduction to Building Trades or consent of instructor
State Code:
17002A001
Course Description: The purpose of this course is to provide the student with the essential practical carpentry and other trade skills for construction trades. This course serves as an
introduction and overview of surveying, excavating, concrete footings, foundations and floors, sidewalks, patios, and all phases of carpentry. Students must provide required personal
tools, text, workbook, and safety equipment such as approved safety glasses, hard hats, work shoes, warm work clothing, lock, and carpentry hand tools. Lock-ups will be provided for the
student's tools and work clothing.
BUILDING TRADES 2 - VOCATIONAL - TE1246
Length of Course:
One Year
Credit:
1.0 Credits
Grade Placement: 12
Prerequisite:
Vocational Building Trades I
State Code:
17002A002
Course Description: The purpose of this course is to provide the student with more in-depth knowledge of practical carpentry and construction. This course is designed to promote
leadership and provides a basis for construction trade apprenticeships. The course covers surveying the site through finish carpentry as well as finish excavation. This includes electrical,
plumbing, heating, insulation, and drywall hanging. The students must provide the same tools, etc. listed above (Vocational Building Trades I).
COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN (CAD) - TE1213
Length of Course:
One Year
Credit:
1.0 Credit
Grade Placement: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite:
None
State Code:
21102A001
Course Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the high tech field of computer aided drafting and design. Fields of study will cover mechanical design and 3D design.
Course topics include: designing, creating, modifying, scaling, sizing, dimensioning, 2D and 3D additive manufacturing, plotting of various objects; scanners, digital cameras, and symbol
libraries will also be used to enhance designs and drawing. Dual credit may be available through Joliet Junior College for students in grades 11 and 12.
DIGITAL PATHWAYS – 2201
Length of Course:
One Semester
Credit:
.5 Credit
Grade Placement: 9
Prerequisite:
None
State Code:
21052A002
Course Description: The Digital Pathways team of teachers will use a variety of learning activities and technological applications to give students a concise overview of digital citizenship,
21 st century skills, and career direction. Additionally, activities within each of the four content areas Technology, Family and Consumer Sciences, Business, and the Visual Arts, will promote
the improvement of basic communication skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students will gain an awareness of educational and personal requirements necessary to be
successful at college and in the workplace. A foundation for lifelong learning will begin to build as students develop the competencies needed for success in their education, career, and
community life.
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