This class is meant to teach the important skills that every student needs before entering the real world. This class will teach the basic skills needed to survive in everyday life. Topics covered include: oil changing, tire changing, how to jump a car, home repairs, drywall & paint, plumbing, and electrical basics. No prior shop experience required.

Semester - ½ Credit - Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is designed to teach the basics of MIG (wire feed) Welding and SMAW (stick welding). Students will learn the basic safety rules for working in a weld shop. They will work on several different weld tests that will prepare them to build projects in the future.

Semester – ½ Credit - Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12

This class how to use and identify basic woodworking machines and tools. The students will learn basic machine and tool operations, correct woodworking practices, and machine and tool safety. Safety is taught and the students must show proficiency in their knowledge of safety. Student projects are selected which teach basic woodworking concepts.

Semester – ½ Credit - Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12

This class is the study of woodworking materials and selecting materials wisely. Methods of joinery are studied as well as selecting finishes and finishing techniques. Projects are selected which place emphasis on cabinetry and furniture construction. Woodworking machines and safety are reviewed along with student proficiencies.

Prerequisite: Wood Technology I

Semester – ½ Credit - Grades: 10, 11, 12

This course covers a wide range of topics relevant to construction. Students who take this class will get a wide range of hands on activities in the shop that will help prepare them if they pursue a career in construction.

Prerequisite: Wood Technology I & II

Semester – ½ Credit - Grades: 10, 11, 12

This course is open to students interested in discovering more about and developing skills needed for a career in manufacturing or engineering. Concepts covered in this class will be production technologies and information to start a high performance manufacturing and/or engineering career pathway. This will help develop important workplace knowledge and skills in the areas of safety, welding processes, precision machining, mechanical systems, fluid power, electrical controls and automated systems This class will give students the opportunity to go on several site visits of businesses in the Windom area.

Semester - 1 Credit - Grades: 10, 11, 12

This course covers a wide range of topics relevant to Metals. It will introduce blueprint reading, as well as building a part based off a blueprint. There will be many opportunities to build projects. Students who take this class will get a wide range of hands on activities in the shop that will help prepare them if they pursue a career in metal fabrication, welding, or engineering.

Prerequisite: Metals Technology I

Semester – ½ Credit - Grades 9, 10, 11, 1

This course covers a wide range of topics relevant to Metals. This class will focus on the building of parts, and discover more about jigs and fixtures. Students who take this class will get a wide range of hands on activities in the shop that will help prepare them if they pursue a career in metal fabrication, welding, or engineering.

Prerequisite: Metals Technology I & II

Semester – ½ Credit - Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12

This class introduces the student to Four-cycle and Two-cycle Engines. The students will learn the principles and theory behind the internal combustion engine. The students will study the systems of the small engine; Carburetion, Ignition, Lubrication, and Cooling. The students will study basic maintenance procedures such as adjusting carburetors, repairing and adjusting the ignition, overhaul and valve train adjustments. The students will perform Basic Engine maintenance and overhaul operations. Many of these principles will also be applied to Recreational Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

Semester – ½ Credit - Grades: 10, 11, 12

This course covers a wide range of topics relevant to Agriculture mechanics. It integrates Agriculture Mechanization with plant, animal, and environmental sciences to provide students with a broad view of the world of agriculture. Students will get a great deal of information that they will be able to apply in hands on activities in the shop.

Prerequisite: Intro to Mechanics

Semester – ½ Credit - Grades: 10, 11, 12