TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
Occupational Classes

All courses offered in this department satisfy the Occupational Education graduation requirement and some may be cross-credited in other areas. Some classes may also be articulated with Everett Community College for dual credit.

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VIA 121 / 122 Drafting 1-2 (Engineering Related)
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Length 2 semesters
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5 per semester
Prerequisite: None
This elective course is an introduction to drafting. First semester includes: sketching, mechanical drawing, lettering and dimensioning. Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) is emphasized in completing the drawing assignments. This is a challenging course that will align with many careers. Drafting is recommended for anyone interested in technical occupations - from architecture to visual communications and personal use. Second semester is a continuation of first semester. Emphasis is on architecture, technical illustrations, construction problems and other related topics.

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VIA 223 Advanced Drafting 1-2
Grade: 10,11,12
Length 2 semesters
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5 per semester *
Prerequisite: 2 semesters of beginning drafting
This course is a continuation of the first year of drafting. Students will be taught architecture, machine parts, illustration, model building and assorted related subjects. Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) is emphasized. Computer Aided Machining (CAM) is learned and related materials science exercises included. Students will actually be machining computer drawn parts and then produce working parts.

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VIA 193 / 194 Manufacturing Technology 1-2
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Length 1 semester
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5 (Art or Occupational credit)
Prerequisite: None
Do you enjoy learning about how things are made and why they are made from certain materials? Do you enjoy working with your hands and making things? If yes, then this is the class for you. Manufacturing Technology offers a broad range of activities, skills and experiences designed to provide understanding needed for success and safety as a worker and productive citizen. First semester students will apply skills learned in class to conduct experiments and design special projects with composite and metals. Personal projects will include blending metals into alloys and creating personal jewelry. Second semester students will apply skills learned in class to conduct experiments and design special projects with polymers and ceramics.

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VIA 195 Manufacturing Technology Advanced
Grade: 10,11,12
Length 1 semester
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5 *
Prerequisite: Manufacturing Technology 1-2 with B or higher or Instructor’s Permission
Students will expand on previously learned skills. Emphasis is on the development, design, and fabrication of detailed students’ projects. Safe operation of tools and equipment is covered.

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VIA 196 Introduction to Technology
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Length 1 semester
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to examine systems, practices and theories as applied in the major areas of technology. The semester long course includes topics in areas of transportation, construction, communication, and manufacturing. Students will design and complete projects that provide hands on experience with these subjects.

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VIA 191 / 192 Principles of Technology 1-2
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Length 1 year
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: 1.0 (may cross credit for science up to 1 credit)
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
Principles of Technology introduce the concepts of physical science as they are applied to technology in modern industry. Units of study include force, work, rate measurements, resistance, energy and power. The course involves extensive experimental work to illustrate the principles studied. Classes also complete projects that provide hands-on experience with the subjects.
The concepts of accuracy, error and instrument calibration are introduced. The year concludes with a study of types of force transformers used in technological apparatus. Principles of Technology supports preparation for a technical or engineering career.

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VIA 293 / 294 Principles of Technology 3-4
Grade: 10,11,12
Length 1 year
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: 1.0 (may cross-credited with science up to 1 credit)
Prerequisite: Completion of Principles of Technology
Advanced Principles of Technology builds on concepts learned in the first year. Topics include momentum, waves and vibrations, energy converters, transducers, radiation, optics and optical systems and time constants. Class activities include extensive experimental work to illustrate the topics. Students learn math skills appropriate to these subjects as part of the curriculum. Students design and complete projects that provide hands-on experience with these subjects.

Completion of both years of Principles of Technology provides part of the basis for pursuit of a technical or engineering career.

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VIA 181 Horticulture 1
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Length 1 semester
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5 (may cross-credit with science)
Prerequisite: None
An introductory course on the fundamentals of horticulture. Plant identification, propagation, greenhouse management, sales and marketing, soils, pest identification and control, grounds care, landscape and garden design and maintenance, career planning, leadership and personal development, floral design techniques, floral production. Student involvement in a leadership program, FFA, is encouraged. Classroom, greenhouses, and grounds are utilized during this course.

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VIA 182 Horticulture 2
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Length 1 semester
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5 (may cross-credit with science )
Prerequisite: Horticulture 1 or Instructor’s permission
This course is a continuation of Horticulture 1. Emphasis is placed on bedding plant production in the greenhouse. Greenhouse types, the horticulture industry and plan identification are emphasized.

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VIA 283 Advanced Horticulture
Grade: 10,11,12
Length 1 semester
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5 *
Prerequisite: Horticulture 1-2 with “C” grade or instructor permission
This course expands on the fundamental skills and knowledge from Horticulture 1 & 2. Advanced greenhouse management and production of crops, plant identification, sales and marketing/seasonal promotions, floral design and construction, turf management, career planning, leadership and personal development. Membership in FFA is encouraged. Classroom, greenhouses, and grounds are utilized during this course.

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VIA 151 Small Gas Engines
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Length 1 semester
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5
Prerequisite: None
The course introduces students to the fundamentals of common four-stroke small gas engines. Topics include tool identification and use, theory of operation of small engines and their subsystems, assembly and disassembly techniques and measurement of two and four stroke cycle engines.
Students learn methods of evaluation of parts for wear, common shop practices and methods for safe shop work. The course concludes with an introduction to basic troubleshooting and diagnostic methods.

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VIA 153 Small Gas Engines Advanced
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Length: 1 semester
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5
Prerequisite: Small Gas Engines
The course introduces students to more in depth workings of the two and four stroke small gas engines. They will learn how to grind values and improve engine horsepower, and help improve on the carburetor of the small gas engine. Students will work in teams on a class project they will design.

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VIA 173 Video Production
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Length 1 semester
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5
Prerequisite: None
This course provides an introduction to the expanding world of Video communication. Your academic, artistic and technical abilities will be challenged. Students will develop skills and knowledge in script writing, camera operation, audio and lighting techniques, editing, etc. You will create video projects on state of the art equipment.

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VIA 174 TV Production
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Length: 1 semester
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5 *
Prerequisite: None
This course provides an introduction to the world of Television Broadcasting. The media technology classroom is a mock-up of a modern television studio with state of the art equipment. Students will work in teams to develop skills in “live” news casting, sports/events reporting, studio control room operation etc.

The majority of the semester will be spent creating a student produced daily morning news program to be viewed by the entire school.

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VIA 178 Advanced Video Production
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Length: 1 semester
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5 *
Prerequisite: Instructor Permisson and Application
This course provides the student an opportunity to expand their video production skills while at the same time using the television-broadcasting studio. The emphasis will be on producing stories and programs for both the high school and the community. Students will learn advanced skills in camera operation, writing, audio, lighting and editing. This class will better prepare the serious student with superior knowledge and skills to take to college or to the work force.

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Screenwriting
Grade: 9,10,11,12
Length: 1 semester
Block of Time: 1 period
Credits: .5
Prerequisite: None
This course introduces the students to a unique form of creative writing for film and television production and offers students the opportunity to explore an exciting career opportunity while simultaneously developing their writing skills. It also includes instruction in film technology and equipment operation. All facets of film/video production (writing, directing, editing, audio, lighting and cinematography) will betaught. During the semester, each student will be expected to write a short screenplay and work in team setting in producing a screenplay.