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Name: Michael Hair
Email: [email protected]
Phone #: 785-309-3500
Classroom:1714
Subject or Grade: Basic Drafting/CAD, Principles of Engineering, Engineering Design & Development, Architecture, Research Advanced Drafting
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Basic Drafting/CAD- This course is an introduction to the fundamental procedures and methods of technical drawing and the basics of two- and three-dimensional computer-aided drafting. Students will learn to read and write the language of the industry through making and using sketches, instrument drawings and blueprints. In addition, they will learn the capabilities of electronic drawing and design and produce drawings with industry-standard software. This course is recommended for any student interested in STEM, a technical field, or design field.
Principles of Engineering- This course introduces students to major concepts in engineering that they would encounter in a postsecondary program. Some of these concepts include basic and complex machines, energy, tactile strength of different materials and static structures, kinematics, automation, robotics, and the mathematics necessary to design and use them. Students will apply their knowledge and skills to solve engineering design challenges while learning how teams of engineers in the real world conduct research, develop and test solutions, and document and present results of those tests. This course helps students develop critical mental habits that promote success not only in the engineering field but in any kind of collaborative problem-solving. Students will also get an overview of the variety of careers in the fields of engineering, robotics, and scientific research. This course is part of the Engineering pathway and progresses beyond the design concepts introduced in Basic Drafting/CAD.
Engineering Design and Development- This is the capstone course in the Engineering pathway. Students will apply knowledge to real-world challenges by working in teams to define an actual engineering problem and then collaboratively develop, build, and test original solutions to that problem. Throughout the process, students will work closely with industry professionals who provide guidance, expertise, and insight into the problem-solving process. Student teams will present, explain, and defend their solution to an outside panel. This course focuses on the qualities essential to the engineering field: leadership, precision, teamwork, communication and creativity.
Architecture- A course in architectural drawing includes design and construction, preliminary sketching, plans elevation sections, and detail drawing.
Research Advanced Drafting- Research in Architectural Drafting incorporates the concepts of Architectural Drafting along with new knowledge primarily derived through research. This includes understanding and incorporating design concepts using building codes, different construction methods, covenants and other research-based concepts related to architecture. During the first semester students design a residential architectural set of plans following by a commercial structure second semester.