500    Shop 8    .5 Credit    Grade 8

Eighth grade Industrial Technology is an exploratory class that is required for all eighth grade students. Students will complete four units that include planning and design, communications, production, power and energy. Small projects are completed in each unit that involves working with plastics, printing, wood, electricity, and drafting. Students are exposed to working with both hand tools and power machines. Safety is a major emphasis.

522     Automotive Technology l    1 Credit    Grades 10, 11, 12

This course will lay the foundation for automotive technology, while the students work on their own vehicles.  We work at Hibbing Community College Automotive Program every other Friday. The areas that will be covered are:  brake system, charging system, drive-line system, electrical system, fuel system, and computer system. This course will expose the student to industry-specific training (while giving them Industry Credentials) in safety, environmental, ethics, and soft skills for businesses and careers. Students will gain access to the largest resume database for career tech students, connecting businesses with the next generation of skilled workers. Protective clothing and OSHA approved safety glasses are required.

(Fall semester) This class is 2 periods in length and one semester long.

523    Automotive Technology ll    1 Credit     Grades 10, 11, 12

After receiving the foundation of automotive technology, this class will build upon the systems learned, as well as, layout the groundwork for Diesel Technology.  This course will partner with HIbbing Community College’s Diesel Program. There are many immediate industries that deal with heavy-duty and diesel technology—mining, trucking, farming, construction, energy, and others. Technicians need to understand how these heavy-duty systems interact with our environment prior to entering the workplace. This class will provide students industry-specific training (opportunity to earn Industry Credentials) and will stress the importance of a safe and environmentally conscious industry.  Protective clothing and OSHA approved safety glasses are required.

Prerequisite:      “B” average in Automotive Technology l, or instructor approval

(Spring semester) This class is 2 periods in length and one semester long.

530     Building Construction     2 Credits     Grades 10, 11, 12

Building Construction: The Building Construction class is a cooperative program between the schools of Chisholm, and Hibbing High Schools, along with Hibbing Community College, and local labor unions.  The program is designed to expose students to all of the construction trades, such as planning/design, dealing with clients, choosing/ordering materials, excavation, cement and masonry, framing finish carpentry, painting and drywall, roofing, electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling systems.  The class will also help students develop the technical and life skills needed to enter the construction trades.

In cooperation with the Habitat for Humanity program, the students will be meeting for two hours per day and will be involved in all aspects of the construction of a single family house at a site to be determined.  Throughout the course, professionals from the construction field will explain and demonstrate their role in the construction trades.

This yearlong class is 2 periods in length.

Program Goals:

- Provide students with knowledge of building trades.

- Exposure to career opportunities in the residential construction industry.

- Use tools, materials, devices and processes in a correct and safe manner.

- Communicate effectively through speaking and writing in all related areas.

- Use problem-solving skills in real world situations.

- Provide students with entry-level construction knowledge, skills and attitudes applicable to the building trades industry.

- Participate in the construction of a structure.

- Work alongside local contractors, and trade professionals. 

531    Intro to Building Construction     .5 Credits    Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

535A    FIDEARSS S1    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

535B    FIDEARSS S2    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

Fundamentals of Industrial Design, Engineering Applications, Robotics, and Sustainability Studies:

This is a co-enrollment course of study in “modules” of industrial technology, the conceptual (basic) principals of engineering, robotics and renewable energy.  Students will gain skill using fabrication tools, computer modeling, industrial machinery and learn “a little about a lot” in the applications of engineering and renewable energy.  Mathematics will be used, but it is not the emphasis of the course, just a tool that is used to make sense of the applications studied.  Over the course of this class, students will work cooperatively to construct a robot to participate in one or more regional competition(s) that utilize renewable energy, and through field trips, guest speakers, and laboratory investigations.

The modules will be offered at the same time each day during the week, with the emphasis of the college curriculum placed on a TTH basis and the high school curriculum on a MWF basis.

Prerequisites:        Algebra I, Algebra II recommended, though not essential or Instructor(s) consent. Students electing HCC credit must meet college eligibility criteria.

2 Engineering college credits (awaiting approval) for successfully completing this course through Hibbing Community College.

537    Introduction to Industrial Technology    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12      

This co-enrollment course will expose students to many aspects of working in industries such as mining, manufacturing, power generation, and pulp and paper. Students will take tours of local companies and industry officials will make guest appearances in the classroom.  Classes will frequently be held at Hibbing Community College in the Industrial Systems Technology Lab. Students will operate high-tech equipment simulators along with actual equipment such as skidsteers, back end loaders, forklifts, cranes, etc.  Students will also train on computerized lathes, practice welding, and operate hydraulic and pump simulators in a hands-on environment.  This is an excellent introductory class for students considering a career in industry. 

Three college credits will be offered for students who enroll in the HCC Industrial Systems Technology program. Student electing HCCC credit must meet college eligibility requirements.

545     IND Design: Architectural and Engineering     .5 Credit     Grades  11, 12

Architectural and Engineering Design will give you a chance to bring both the word of Architecture and Engineering together to make a class project.  This class project will be different from year to year.  You will go through the design process for a client that would be building a new complex for their business.  This will include the first meeting and coming up with the overall design all the way through getting the design ready for the bidding process.  At the end of the semester, the project will be presented to the client for approval.

546     IND Design: Architectural     .5 Credit     Grades 10, 11, 12

Architectural Design II allows you a chances to learn the concepts of architectural drafting and design.  A wide range of topics will be covered throughout the semester including green architecture, home styles, room planning, standard design practices, drawing types, construction techniques, and blueprint reading.  You will have a chance to demonstrate your knowledge with numerous architectural design problems.  You will create a full set of house plans along with architectural models to simulate home construction.  Creativity, visualization, and problem-solving skills will be emphasized.

547     IND Design: Engineering     .5 Credit     Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Engineering Design is designed as a chance for you to develop CAD skills and increase your knowledge in the design field.  You will focus on using the computer as a tool to create various drawings.  Design elements are further reinforced to provide a chance to be creative and develop a sense of innovation.  Three-dimensional modeling (Autodesk Inventor) is an integral part of the class.

550    Electricity    .5 Credit    Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

EVERYTHING is electrical in nature.  The more we understand about the laws of the universe, the more uses we discover for electricity.  (Our brain and nervous system operate on electrical/chemical activity.)   In this course, a student will investigate the conversion of various energies into electricity (source like batteries, generators, and solar cells), the transportation and control of this electrical energy (controls like switches and transistors), and then the conversion back into a form of energy needed to do the job (loads - like motors and lights).  This is a “hands-on” experimental course utilizing wiring trainers, digital multi meters, and projects to apply the theoretical laws and concepts to the practical world.  Basic Electricity is for both boys and girls.

Material deposit:  $17.00 Kit Fee

555    Electronics    .5 Credit    Grades 10, 11, 12

Electronics is invading our world on every front.  There are new electronic devices on the market almost daily.  Electronics is changing the way we work, play and live.  This course is designed to help a student develop an understanding of this “workhorse” of our society.  The basic electronic components, circuits, and systems will be studied and analyzed, utilizing “bread boarding” type laboratory equipment, oscilloscopes, signal generators, multi meters, and various testers.  Both digital and analog circuits will be studied. 

Prerequisite:          Basic Electricity

565    Advanced Welding    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

This course is designed to further develop and strengthen skills of basic arc, oxyacetylene, MIG and TIG welding.  Joining of cast iron, aluminum and zinc metals is practiced.  The student will also begin to develop skills in horizontal, vertical welding of steel plate and pipe.   A non-corrective lens safety glass with side shields will be provided for student eye protection.  Any student desiring or needing corrective lens shall provide for them at their own expense.  For legal information, refer to a copy of the Minnesota Eye Safety Law in the student handbook.

Prerequisite:          Basic Welding & Machining I & II or instructor consent

566    Welding Design and Fabrication    .5 Credit    Grades 11, 12

Students will study basic design and redesign concepts. Practical use of welding and fabrication skills will be put to work to design and repair student welding projects.  This class includes field trips to local metal fabricators and related industries.  Students will have the opportunity to job shadow welders and metal fabricators, which will expose students to the advance techniques and career explorations in our local metal trade industries.

A non-corrective lens safety glass with side shields will be provided for student protection.  Any student desiring or needing corrective lens shall provide for them at their own expense.  For legal information, refer to a copy of the Minnesota Eye Safety Law in the student handbook.

Prerequisites:        Basic Welding & Machining I & II, or instructor consent

567    Basic Welding and Machining I    .5 Credit    Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

This class is designed to teach the student the beginning skills in arc, oxyacetylene, MIG and TIG welding. The student will also be introduced to the machine shop and learn the basic skills for operating and using the metal lathe and milling machine. This is an opportunity to expand your thinking, understanding and problem solving skills in the wonderful world of metals through hands on approach.

Material deposit:  $10.00 and Required Protective Work Clothing

568    Basic Welding and Machining II    .5 Credit    Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

This class is designed to further develop and strengthen skills in basic welding and machining. Bench work, hot and cold metal forming are related areas of work. Project work is a vital part of the class.  Iron ore mining, steel making and general industrial safety are studied.

Material deposit: $15.00 and Required Protective Work Clothing

Prerequisite: Basic Welding and Machining I

569    Basic Welding and Machining III    .5 Credit    Grades 10, 11, 12

This class offers to those students, who have discovered within themselves an interest, and aptitude, and desire to further their explorations in welding and machining. Having already developed the basic skills and understanding, the choice of projects is now limited only by time taken, and interest. This is an opportunity to transfer the thoughts of an innovative mechanical mind into real life creation.

Material deposit: project cost and Required Protective Clothing

Prerequisite: Basic Welding Machining I & II                                              

580    Woods I    .5 Credit    Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Woodwork I is designed to give students the opportunity to learn the correct use of hand tools and power machines.  The students will make a project that will require the use of hand tools and power machines.  The project will be an end table, bedside stand, or other comparable project.  Students will be required to cut, shape, fit, assemble, and finish their own project.  The cost will vary as to what the students will be making, but will generally run between $15.00 and $20.00

581    Woods II    .5 Credit    Grades 10, 11, 12

This course is designed to increase the student’s ability to work with wood and power machinery.  The student will learn machine and shop safety.  Construction of a small project will be required.  On completion of this project, the student will be given a choice of projects such as gun cabinets, cedar chests, water skis, grandfather clock, etc.  If students wish, they may design their own projects.  Students undecided on what they want to construct will be assigned a project by the instructor.

Cost:  Must pay for project materials

Prerequisite:  Woodwork I

590    Small Engines    .5 Credit    Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

This is a career exploration class where students will learn mechanical skills that can be used by anybody.  The use of machines ranging from lawn mowers and snow blowers to performance bikes is a part of daily life.  We will go through the process of rebuilding 2 & 4 stroke engines.  We will include ignition and carburetor tuning and adjusting.  The lab work will be done on school engines and engines brought in by students.  Students should plan on bringing projects of their own such as:  lawn mowers, snow blowers, motorized bikes, go-carts, outboard engines, etc.

Protective clothing and OSHA approved safety glasses are required

598    Ladies Basic Auto Care, Home Maintenance, and Woodworking         

.5 Credit     Grades 9,10,11,12

If you want to learn how to maintain your vehicle, plan to own your own home in the future, or want to build something you saw online, this class is for you.  It is geared (no pun intended) to students with little or no automobile or home maintenance and repair experience.   It is a basic class that introduces you to vehicle operation, maintenance, inspection, and how to properly care for, maintain, and improve your home.  This class will also teach you the skills you need to turn your ideas into reality such as turning an old wood pallet into a functional piece of furniture.