This course is designed to enable students to become acquainted with and experience the basic fundamentals of carpentry and cabinetmaking. Concentrated study will be made in the fundamental use of hand tools, portable power tools and stationary power machinery. The students will make selected projects which will assure the proper use of all skills taught. The demonstration of safe use or all tools is examined through written tests as well as through tool use.

The course is made up of several critical elements of woodworking including but not limited to: the understanding of forestry and the timber industry, use woodworking tools, basic understanding of woodworking plans, project layout, manufacturing, project assembly, and the many different finishing methods and products.

BUILDING TRADES II, III, & IV

These advanced woodworking courses concentrate on higher skills and the demanding aspects of finish carpentry and cabinetmaking. Units of work will include project planning, reading project drawings, manufacturing, joinery, assembly, and finishing. These courses will also include advanced woodworking techniques such as wood carving, turning, and inlays. Students will demonstrate a mastery of the skills and techniques taught throughout the year by completing one or more projects of their own selection.

CAD 1

This first year course is structured to introduce students to CAD software (Keycreator). Students will learn the fundamentals of conventional drafting, (lettering, dimensioning, sketching, orthographic projection, sectional views, and geometric construction) except all done on the computer. The goal of this course is to introduce the students to 3 dimensional modeling. The final project is to design and create a 3d model of your choice.

CAD 2

This course is concerned with the development of a residential structure done on the CAD system. Students will produce a complete set of architectural drawings that will include: floor plan, foundation plan, front, rear, right and left elevations, plot plan, and a window and door schedule. These drawings can be used to build an actual house.

An excellent course for students considering “interior design” as a college major.

CAD 3 Engineering Design

This will emphasize the application of the design method to invent solutions to real world technological problems. Students will identify problems, internet research, design and fabricate models or prototype solutions. Problem solving and design skills are taught through a variety of problem solving activities. Hands on themes for this level include, but are not limited to, structural, fluid powered and robotic systems. . Can be taken as an independent study their senior year.

COOPERATIVE INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION

This course is for work-bound and/or college bound students. Students explore and develop career goals, experience actual on the job training and become aware of career progression, while earning 15 credits toward graduation.

The program includes a combination of regularly scheduled part-time paid employment and job-related classroom instruction. The students attend school during the morning hours and report to work in the afternoon. This program is planned, organized and supervised by a qualified teacher-coordinator working with school personnel, parents, students and employers.

Metal 1

Metal 1 is an introductory course in which knowledge of metals, metalworking machine tools, and the performance of basic operations are taught. The student learns simple foundry work and sheet metal fabrication. Shop and machine safety are stressed.

Metal 2

Metal 2 introduces precision measuring instruments; heat-treating, ARC-TIG and gas welding are introduced. Fundamental training acquired in Metal 1 is further developed. A wide range of project work is available to the student so that he/she may develop good working techniques with the machines and tools available in the shop.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Photography is a full year course for juniors and seniors. During the 1st semester students learn how to use a 35 mm camera, develop black and white prints from negatives using darkroom techniques. During the 2nd Semester of the course students will use digital cameras and Adobe Photo Shop. Students will learn how to use text tools, layer effects, change dimensions and resolutions, image adjustments, and create a picture package for print.

Power Mechanics I

Power Mechanics I is an entry level class introducing students to the basics of Auto Mechanics. Areas included are designed to give the student insight into the general areas of automotive development, theory, safety, maintenance and repair. Students will be exposed to the proper use and care of tools and equipment.

Preventive maintenance is stressed along with the hands on activities related to this subject. Basic automotive diagnostics are introduced along with the repairs necessary to correct these problem areas.

Power Mechanics II

This course requires the students to successfully complete our Power Mechanics I class.

Students will be exposed to advanced operations, including use of the computerized scanner, VTOM meters along with other diagnostic tools. Repairs will be completed using our “All Data” computer program, an industry standard. Understanding and acquiring information concerning each individual car that is being serviced will be an important aspect of this course. Students will be exposed to occupations related to the field of automotive repair. The need for advance training will be stressed as well as entry-level jobs available after taking the two years of class.

TV PRODUCTION-MORNING REPORT

TV Production-Morning Report is a practical “hands-on” class that is designed to give students experience in producing a morning news show for Hackensack High School. Students apply theories, principles and skills of TV and videotape techniques through camera usage, control room operations, videotape editing and announcing.