K               K008   AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 1              5

This is a one-semester course open to students in grades 10, 11 and 12 in beginning Automotive Technology.  Students will receive consumer level instruction and develop practical skills in the operating systems of the automobile.  Instruction on the basic service to both foreign and domestic vehicles will also be given.  Each student will be given a practical knowledge of the engine systems, as well as "hands-on" working skills, in the safe and trade‑like use of automotive hand tools and shop power equipment.  Students will be given the opportunity to make basic minor repairs and service to vehicles.  Basic repairs and service will follow those required for entry‑level work in service stations, automotive parts and accessory sales and lubrication centers.

K               K009   AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 2              5

This is a one-semester course that is a continuation of Automotive Technology 1.  It is open to students in grades 10, 11 and 12 who have successfully completed Automotive Technology 1 or, in special situations, with the consent of the instructor.  Students will continue their instruction and training with the automobile. Systems covered are cooling, lubrication, power trains, suspension, vehicle alignment fundamentals, and brake.  Emphasis is placed on basic service and inspection of these systems.  The course will include a trade‑like approach in engine diagnostic and testing procedures and techniques during engine tune‑up and fuel system service.  Careers in the automotive industry and related business fields will be reviewed, including training required, working conditions, wages and advancement potential.  Post, high school advanced training and vocational schools will be covered.  Prerequisite:  Automotive Technology 1.

K               K013   AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 3              5

This one semester course is covered in one, two, or three periods and open to students in grades 11 and 12 who have successfully completed both Automotive Technology 1 and 2, or, in special situations, with the consent of the instructor.  The course is designed to prepare students with advanced job‑entry level skills in engine service, rebuilding procedures, techniques, valve reconditioning, engine tune‑up, the use of electronic diagnostic equipment, lubrication and tire service.  Students will be given instruction in the engineering and design features and the scientific principles of operation on a variety of different automotive engines and their related parts and systems.  Students will have required lab work on vehicles using shop hand tools, power equipment, factory shops, and parts manuals.  Students will be required to make precision measurements, interpret specifications, machine parts, assemble and make adjustments.  In addition, students will be required to prepare simulated shop work orders of parts and labor cost as part of the complete job.  This course may be offered concurrently with Vocational Automotive Technology 4 for two periods, daily, for 10 credits each semester.  It could also be offered concurrently with Automotive Technology 4 and 5 for three periods daily, granting 15 credits per semester.  Prerequisite:  Automotive Technology 2.

K               K014   AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 4              5

This one semester course is covered in one, two, or three periods and is a continuation of Automotive Technology 3.  It is open to students who have successfully completed Automotive Technology 3, or, in special situations, with the consent of the instructor.  It may be taken concurrently with Automotive Technology 3 and/or 5, (possibly 6) to constitute a multi period "block" class which would grant 5 units of credit per period per semester.  Students will be given instruction and practical lab training to prepare them in advanced diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques and procedures in the electrical system, fuel injection, automotive air-conditioning service.  Extensive use of electric diagnostic equipment will be required and career information, job preparation and interviewing techniques will be included.  Prerequisite: Auto Tech 3.

K               K015   AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 5            5

This one semester course is covered in one, two, or three periods and open to students in grades 11 and 12 who have successfully completed Automotive Technology 4 or, in special situations, with the consent of the instructor.  It may be taken concurrently with Automotive Technology 3, and/or 4 (possibly 6 and/or 7) to constitute a multi period "block" class which would grant 5 units of credit per period per semester.  The course is an advanced level class offering the student additional lab and instructional time to specialize in an area of vocational training in engine rebuilding, tune‑up, emission controls, electrics, power train repairs and suspension overhaul.  The student will be given the scientific principles involved in automotive engineering and design within selected areas of major service and repairs to both foreign and domestic vehicles, including front‑wheel drive designs and light duty trucks.  During the course career information, job preparation, job descriptions and interviewing techniques will be covered.  Prerequisite:  Automotive Technology 4.

K               K016   AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 6            5

This one semester course is covered in one, two, or three periods and open to students in grades 11 and 12 who have successfully completed Automotive Technology 5 or, in special situations, with the consent of the instructor.  This course is a continuation of Automotive Technology 5 and is normally the final second semester offering for the field after school.  Students will be given specific skills toward his/her selected area of expertise such as engines, electrical, fuel, chassis or brakes.  Emphasis will be placed on using the lab and all facilities to prepare the student for his/her chosen field or for additional advanced training outside high school in technical or engineering schools.  Employment opportunities, availability of technical schools, and all other further educational opportunities will be covered.  This course may be taken concurrently with Automotive Technology 4, and/or 5 (possibly with 7 and/or 8) to constitute a multi period "block" class which would grant 5 units of credit per period per semester.  Prerequisite:  Automotive Technology 5.

K               K017   AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 7             5

This one semester course is covered in one, two, or three periods and open to students in grades 11 and 12 who have successfully completed Automotive Technology 6 or, in special situations, with the approval of the instructor.  This course is a continuation of Automotive Technology 6 and may be offered as a two or three period block class 3, 4, 5 during the fall semester and 6, 7, 8 during the spring semester.  Prerequisite:  Automotive Technology 6.

K               K018   AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 8             5

This one semester course is covered in one, two, or three periods and is offered to students have successfully completed Automotive Technology 7 or, in special situations, with the approval of the instructor.  It sequentially follows Automotive Technology 7 and may be combined with 6 or 7 to constitute a two or three periods block class in the spring semester.  Prerequisite:  Automotive Technology 7.

K               K035   INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN 1C                           5

K               K036   INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN 2C                           5

This course is an introductory course, which develops student problem solving skills, with emphasis placed upon the concept of developing 3-D model or solid rendering of an object.  Students focus on the applications of visualization processes and tools provided by modern, state-of-the-art computer hardware and software.  This computer-based process replaces the traditional hand drawing methods.  The course will emphasize the design development process of a product and how a model of that product is produced; analyzed and evaluated, using a computer aided design system.  Various design applications will be explored with discussion of possible career opportunities.  This course has been approved to meet the UC ≥G≤ elective requirement.

K               K061   SMALL ENGINE TECHNOLOGY 1                               5

This is a one-semester course for students in grades 9‑12.  It is designed to provide a thorough understanding of all basic types of various small gasoline engines including the two‑stroke, the four‑stroke and the outboard marine engine.  The course includes the theory, operation, repair and maintenance of these different types of small gasoline engines.  The inclusion of laboratory experiences encourages an orderly, craftsman like approach to the disassembly and assembly procedures.  These laboratory experiences will be heavily geared toward practical, jobs oriented, experiences and procedures in disassembly and assembly, tune‑up, lubrication, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.  The ultimate objective is for a student to be intelligently and accurately troubleshoot engines under test conditions.  A series of job‑sheets has been developed to coincide with each unit of study.  These job‑sheets have been developed with a practical approach to those types of situations that students might confront if they were to be on the job as a mechanic.  The students should have sufficient knowledge and practical experience at the conclusion of this course to qualify for more extensive vocational training and basic entry‑level job skills.

K               K062   SMALL ENGINE TECHNOLOGY  2                              5

This is a one-semester course open to students in grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 who have successfully completed Small Engine Technology 1.

K               K135   POWER, ENERGY, AND TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGY 1       5

K               K136   POWER, ENERGY, AND TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGY 2       5

Power, Energy, and Transportation Technology enhances academic skills by addressing the forms of power, the physical science of engines and power trains, safety, shop practice, and system function/analysis using the format of the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (NIASE).

K               K154   VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY: GRAPHICS 1                 5

K               K155   VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY: GRAPHICS 2                 5

K               K156   VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY: GRAPHICS 3                 5

K               K157   VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY: GRAPHICS 4                 5

Visual Communications Technology: Graphics focuses on communications, photography, graphic arts, commercial art, commercial photography, and graphic communications.  The student's acquisitions of new knowledge, the development of awareness of individual interests and abilities, and the application and transfer of skills learned in other disciplines are fundamental concepts in this program.  Participation enables the student to become familiar with historical, current, and potential developments in industry and technology as well as the effects of such developments on consumers and other members of society.  The student will be able to make informed, career/occupational (educational) decisions based on the knowledge and skills acquired.  Completion of Graphics 1 and 2 will meet the Fine Arts requirement.

K               K158   ELECTRONICS/PHYSICAL SCIENCE 1A               5

This is a one-semester course, open to students in grades 9 through 12, who are interested in studying beginning electricity/electronics concepts.  Reinforcement of the science concepts is provided by laboratory exercises that encompass electronic circuits and the use of related test equipment.  This course meets the Physical Science graduation requirement when followed by Electronics/Physical Science 2A.

K               K159   ELECTRONICS/PHYSICAL SCIENCE 2A               5

This is a one-semester course, open to students in grades 9 through 12, who have successfully completed Electronics/Physical Science 1A.  The emphasis is on the physical science and mathematical laws that govern the principles of electronics.  The student's laboratory experience is designed toward analysis of circuits, the extensive use of test equipment, and learning how to prove the laws and theory of physical science.  This course meets the Physical Science graduation requirement when Electronics/Physical Science 1A has been taken the previous semester.  Prerequisite:  Electronics/Physical Science 1A

K               K161   ELECTRONICS 1                         5

This is a one-semester course offered to students in grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 who are interested in studying beginning electricity/electronics concepts.  The course provides students with an awareness of electricity in everyday living and develops knowledge and skill using related materials and equipment.  The course includes the use of tools, test equipment, electrical safety, and components related to electronics such as transistor diodes and transformers.  The course of study will provide the student with a basic working knowledge of electricity.

K               K162   ELECTRONICS 2                         5

This is a one-semester course open to students in grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 who have successfully completed Electronics 1.  This course includes a study of the principles of electricity, electronics and radio. The emphasis is on the scientific and mathematical laws that govern the theories involved in electronic and electrical circuits and devices.  The student's laboratory experience is designed toward analysis of circuits, extensive use of test equipment, and learning how to prove the laws and theories of this course.  A unit on the federal communications radio operator's license may be included with practice in code and radio transmission procedure.  Basic digital circuit theory may also be included.  Prerequisite:  Electronics 1.

K               K163   ELECTRONICS 3                          5

This is a one-semester course open to students in grades 10, 11 and 12 who have successfully completed Electronics 2.  It is the beginning course in the sequence of six semesters of advanced electronics.  It includes the study of transistor and television theory.  The laboratory experience consists of the maintenance and construction of electronic circuits that pertain to various electrical and electronic devices. Various digital devices may be explored and constructed.  The student studies the laws and theories applicable to the basic laws and knowledge of television transmission and reception, transistor behavior, and its application to the miniaturization of electronic equipment.  Prerequisite:  Electronics 2 or Electronics/Physical Science 2A

K               K164   ELECTRONICS 4                         5

This is a one-semester course open to students in grades 10, 11 and 12 who have completed Electronics 3.  It is a technical course designed to advance the student's skill in electrical and electronic maintenance and construction.  Operation of the school's radio station may be a part of the special training that will enables the student to become proficient in the expanding radio transmission field.  The subject material introduced in Electronics 3 will be expanded and studied in greater depth.  Prerequisite:  Electronics 3.

K               K166   ELECTRONICS 5                         5

This is a one-semester course open to students in grades 11 and 12 who have successfully completed Electronics 4.  It is a course that deals with electrical and electronic theories.  The student's laboratory experiences consist of selecting projects that will enable him/her to become more knowledgeable in practicing theoretical concepts.  The student will be required to conduct an analysis of circuits by using electronic testing instruments.  Emphasis is on the problem‑solving approach in acquiring skills through use of these instruments.  Safety and self‑discipline are stressed.  Prerequisite:  Electronics 4.

K               K167   ELECTRONICS 6                         5

This is a one-semester course open to students in grades 11 and 12 who have successfully completed Electronics 5.  It is a course that deals with theories related to components used in miniaturization of electronic equipment.  The student will become acquainted with electronic technology related circuits that are used in modern machines and equipment currently introduced for public use.  Emphasis will be placed on scientific mathematical laws that govern the theories involved in miniaturization of the electronic equipment.  The laboratory experience consists of analysis and adjustments and maintenance and construction of modern electronic circuits.  Oscilloscopes, power supplies and signal generating equipment are actively used in the shop and laboratory environment.  Attention is highly stressed in the development of skills, accuracy, judgment, craftsmanship and safety.  Prerequisite:  Electronics 5

K               K168   ELECTRONICS 7                         5

This is a one-semester course open to students in grade 12 who have successfully completed Electronics 6.  The student continues to study laws and theories related to the construction of relays, motors, starters, generators, transformers, guidance systems and antenna transmission.  The laboratory experience is designed toward analysis of circuits, the extensive use of test equipment and learning how to prove mathematical laws and theories of the course.  A unit on obtaining a radio operator's license may be included with practice in code and radio transmission procedure.  This course will include the use of instruments and tools commonly used in conduction analysis of laws and theories related to items studied in this course.  Prerequisite:  Electronics 6.

K               K169   ELECTRONICS 8                         5

This is a one-semester course open to students in grade 12 who have successfully completed Electronics 7. This course is a technical course designed to advance the student in developing skills in the maintenance and construction of electronic components used in high rate production machinery.  This course will include a unit in tuning electronic circuits in a variety of electronic items commonly repaired in local electronic industries.  Analysis of laws and theories related to maintenance will be studied.  Emphasis is placed on the problem solving approach in acquiring skills through using and servicing complex machines and equipment. Detailed information is provided concerning the requirements in occupations and professions related to the electricity/electronics fields open to employment.  Safety in working with tools and equipment in this area is highly emphasized.  Both individual and group projects are encouraged.  Prerequisite:  Electronics 7.

K               K315   CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 1                            5

K               K316   CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 2                            5

K               K317   CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 3                            5

K               K318   CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 4                            5

K               K319   CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 5                            5

K               K321   CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 6                            5

K               K322   CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 7                            5

K               K323   CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 8                            5

Construction technology standards focus on general construction technology, cabinet-mill technology, furniture technology, building trades, heavy equipment, pattern making, boat building, and entrepreneur ship. The student's acquisitions of new knowledge, development of awareness of individual interests and abilities, and application and transfer of skills learned in other disciplines are fundamental concepts in this cluster. The student of construction technology becomes familiar with historical, current, and potential developments in industry and technology, as well as the effects of such developments on consumers and members of society.

K               K540   MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY 1                         5

K               K541   MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY 2                         5

K               K542   MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY 3                         5

K               K543   MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY 4                         5

K               K544   MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY 5                         5

K               K545   MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY 6                         5

K               K546   MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY 7                         5

K               K547   MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY 8                         5

Manufacturing Technology is  a year-long one period course open to students grades 9 - 12.  This class will integrate math and technology.  Students will be exposed to a variety of manufacturing processes that will include welding, machine tool operation, hand tool use, metal fabrication, safety, and technical math. Students who have successfully completed Math AA@ may apply the credits earned in manufacturing technology toward completion of the 30-unit math requirement at the rate of 5 math credits for every 10 units of manufacturing technology completed.

K               K680   VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY: DRAFTING 1                  5

K               K681   VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY: DRAFTING 2                  5

Drafting 1-2 is a one-period, one-year course designed to provide students with skills and knowledge in visual communications.  Students will learn the use and care of drafting instruments, drawing, techniques and conventional representations, geometrical constructions, careers in drafting, history of drafting, and skill development in lettering and line techniques using both free hand and instruments, perspective drawings, sections, dimensions, auxiliary views, and working drawings.  Students will complete drawings and plates suitable for a portfolio and college credit.  Starting with class key 1998, completion of this one-year course will meet the fine art graduation requirement.

K               K682   VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY: DRAFTING 3                  5

K               K683   VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY: DRAFTING 4                  5

K               K684   VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY: DRAFTING 5                  5

K               K685   VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY: DRAFTING 6                  5

K               K686   VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY: DRAFTING 7                  5

K               K687   VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY: DRAFTING 8                  5

Visual Communications Technology: Drafting covers the development of drafting skills from the very general or exploratory to the entry-occupationally specific.  The technical world employs drafting as its primary means of communication, and it depends on visual communications that affect virtually every walk of life.

K               K695   DISCOVERING COMPUTERS 1       5

This is a one-semester course that provides students with an introduction to the computer and itπs many uses.  Students will finish the course with an in-dept understanding of the various computer components, input and output devices, storage systems, operating systems, information systems and information management, programming languages, and Internet access. This course may meet the graduation requirement for Technology foundations, if included in the site technology plan.

K               K700   TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERIES 1            5

K               K701   TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERIES 2            5

K               K702   TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERIES 1 - SHELTERED                          5

K               K703   TECHNOLOGY DISCOVERIES 2 - SHELTERED                          5

The curriculum of this course is designed in such a way that students will be exposed to various technological concepts.  Modular stations will be the format for this course.  Students will complete a minimum of 9 instructional modules from offerings presently totaling 20.  Four required modules are computer technology, word processing, keyboarding, and measurement.  The remaining modules include topics such as biotechnology, robotics, CAD, power and energy, plastics, video, and transportation.  This course may meet the technology foundation graduation requirement if included in the site technology plan.

K               K705   APPLIED MECHANICS 1                              5

K               K706   APPLIED MECHANICS 2                              5

This course is designed to provide instruction and practice in basic home and auto maintenance.  Using a modular station design, each student will complete a how-to, checklist in at least six areas of home and auto maintenance.  Each module would consist of instruction, worksheets, and hands-on application of concepts and methods.  Proposed module areas are plumbing, auto, woods/construction, flooring, electrical, landscaping, security, and home and auto safety.  Students must complete a checklist of activities at each module to receive credit for the module. 

K               K840   SPECIAL STUDY/INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY                  2.5

Students enrolled in this program will be assigned to individual instructors to develop an educational program.  Enrollment and completion of this course will achieve 2.5 credits.

K               K841   SPECIAL STUDY/INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY                       5

Students enrolled in this program will be assigned to individual instructors to develop an educational program.  The instructor will designate the number of credits (normally 5 per semester).

K               K850   TRANSFER COURSE/INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY 1        5

This is a one period semester course used administratively by counselors and industrial arts teachers to grant credit to a student who transfers into the Grossmont District from a school outside the District.  When a student has been taking a course in progress at the previous school and that course does not "match" courses offered in our district, the student will be placed in the Grossmont District course that most closely matches his/her previous course.  The student may thereby be saved the credit without the Grossmont School actually granting credit for a particular subject course.  Elective credit is granted.

K               K851   TRANSFER COURSE, INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY 2       5

The course is the same as Transfer Course, Industrial Tech 1 and is to be used in rare instances when another semester is needed to meet a particular student's requirement.