Drafting 10
Do you enjoy working with computers,
puzzles and problem-solving? Drafting
is precision drawing used to create an
accurate representation of an object.
Students create basic shapes right to
industry-standard projects using drafting
and software called AutoCAD. This
course is for those interested in careers
such as: drafting, engineering, interior
design, industrial design, architecture,
carpentry, steel fabrication, cabinet
making, electrician, plumbing, heating,
or anyone of the numerous other
professions which demand knowledge of
drafting.
Electronics 10 -Robotics
Head to head battles between metal
behemoths fighting for supremacy on the
field! Well, not quite that exciting, but
we will be building robots and having
head-to-head competitions to see who
built the strongest, fastest, best design.
Learn basic theory of electronics, tools
and test equipment, programming, basic
metalworking and machining, design,
and mechanical principles.
Woodwork 10
Do you enjoy creating something from
scratch that you or somebody else can
use in everyday life? You will explore
different aspects of furniture building
and creative woodworking design.
Emphasis is on quality work and safe use
of various hand tools, power tools and
machines. You could make a small table,
a laminated serving tray, bowls and pens
on the lathes.
Skills Exploration 10-12
Do you plan to live in a house or apartment, or own a car some day? Gain valuable hands-on experience in 4 important trade sectors – Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanics, as well as being introduced to core skills common to many trades. Whether you intend to work in a trade or only want the skills to perform basic repair and maintenance on your own house or car, this is the course for you. During the semester we will build a small building, add some simple wiring for outlets, switches and lights, and install basic plumbing – a sink and a toilet. Separate from the small building will be a unit on basic mechanics. The course is one time only and is open to any student in grades 10-12.
Mechanics 11
The engines roar, the crowd screams…
but only if you fix the carburetor
correctly. “What’s a carburetor?” you
ask. Come find out the answer and lots
of other interesting information about
chain saws, lawn mower engines, dirt
bikes, model gas engines … we do it
all. This is a grade 10 power mechanics
course open to grades 11 and 12. The
credit will be for TEC 10. Grade 11s and
12s who have already taken TEC 10 may
re-take this course with approval of the
instructor.
Drafting and Design 11/12
Do you have an interest in architecture,
graphic art, fashion design, advertising
layout or carpentry? This course may be
for you! Drafting 11 is a continuation
of Drafting 10, which begins by having
students represent objects by creating
mechanical drawings using drafting
software called AutoCAD, just as
objects are drawn in industry. From
there students are taught the basics of
house design and floor plans, and then
they design and create their own ‘dream’
house using Google Sketchup. Grade
12’s who have taken DD 11 previously
will be able to start by surfing the net for
the lot of their dreams. Then, with help
from some introductory assignments,
students design and draw a house
and garage to be built on that lot. By
the end of this course, students have a
sound grasp of housing/construction
terminology, plot plans, floor plans, and
elevation drawings.
Electronics 11/12 – Robotics
Head to head battles between metal
behemoths fighting for supremacy on the
field. Well, not quite that exciting, but
we will be building robots and having
head-to-head competitions to see who
built the strongest, fastest, best design.
Learn basic theory of electronics, the
correct use of tools and test equipment,
programming, basic metalworking and
machining, and design and mechanical
principles.
Trades Sampler is just that--a sample of trades training offered at North Island College. The program was offered for the first time in February 2018. We look forward to continuing this program in subsequent school years depending on funding availability. Students must apply in October for a February start. SD72 will contribute to a portion of the tuition and lab fees. Students will be responsible for books, NISU fees, Learner Fees and such gear as steel-toed boots. There are a limited number of spaces for applications should be considered early on a first come first qualified basis. Trades covered in the 2017/2018 school year included: welding, metal fabrication, piping trades, electrical, automotive, heavy-duty mechanics and construction. At the end of the 3 month program students have the option of taking part in Cooperative Education 12A and 12B work placements. It is our hope that working with a variety of organizations and employers students will be able to secure an apprenticeship or a full time job. See Ms. Camerin for details.
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| Mechanics 10
The engines roar, the crowd screams…
but only if you fix the carburetor
correctly. “What’s a carburetor?” you
ask. Come find the answer and lots of
other interesting information about chain
saws, lawnmower engines, dirt bikes,
model gas engines … we do it all.
Jewellery & Metal Art 11/12
Jewelry, Christmas tree ornaments,
Valentines Day gifts, artistic metal
sculptures for the garden can all be yours
in this class. Learn the safe use of
metalworking hand and power tools and
techniques, such as soldering, welding,
brazing, forging, cutting, filing, etc.
Projects might include: wind chimes,
mobiles, candle holders, wine racks, wire
sculptures, candle sconces, silver rings,
pendants, bracelets, earrings, copper
enameled items or etched glass.
Skateboard Construction
10/11/12
Create your own custom skateboard!
Yes, you will design it, build it and
use it in this course. You can personize
your board to suit your needs and
style. The art work you add to your
board will be of your choosing. Not
only will you create a unique deck,
you will get to ride it as well. You can
supply your own hardware or purchase
it through the program. There may be
a small cost for deck materials.
Woodwork 11/12
Come down to the woodshop and see
what everybody is talking about. We’re
building projects that you will hang
on to for a lifetime. Whether you have
taken Woodwork before or not, this
course will present fun, new challenges.
While building beautiful pieces of
furniture, students will be taught how
to use all the tools and machines in the
shop safely. They will be introduced
to basic machine operations as well as
some complex machining and jig use.
After a couple of mandatory projects,
students are encouraged to build their
own masterpieces and, if desired, can
even cut their own wood from local trees
with the sawmill behind the shop! Grade
12’s who have successfully completed
Carpentry and Joinery 11 are encouraged
to challenge themselves in the shop
researching, designing and building a
minor and major project of their choice.
Electronics 11/12
We won’t be flying kites in lightning
storms or licking 9 volt batteries. What
we will do is find out why those are both
bad ideas and lots of other interesting
aspects of electricity and electronics. You
will learn basic theory, the correct use of
tools and test equipment, troubleshooting
procedures, and soldering techniques, all
while constructing electronic projects.
Topics will include residential wiring,
bread boarding techniques, and building
printed circuit boards. We may also
explore some basic robotics. In grade 12
you will continue to develop the skills
learned in Electronics 11 by constructing
more complicated projects and should be
able to design circuits from schematic
diagrams. By using more advanced
test equipment you will be able to
troubleshoot more difficult circuits
Dual Credit Courses (through North Island College)
Youth Train in Trades (formerly called ACE IT) is a dual credit program available to students who wish to take their first year of trades training at North Island College and receive both high school and college credits. Students wishing to take the NIC dual credit programs in their Grade 12 year need to carefully plan their programs in Grade 10 and 11 to be able to access the college-level programs. Please see Ms. Camerin for details. Please note SD72 with assist with some of the costs related to tuition. There are additional costs that need to be paid by the student to access these college-level programs. New to the offerings is the Trades Sampler Program running 2nd semester. This program allows you to try most of the trades offered at NIC before committing to one particular trade. The program begins 2nd semester and is completed in late April or early May. Upon course completion students will be placed in Co-op Ed placements in a field of their choosing with the hope that the placements will lead to paid employment or apprenticeships. See Ms. Camerin for details and applications.
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