Class Description

(open to seniors) Seven major technical principles are studied as they apply to the mechanical, fluid, electrical, and thermal energy systems. The course emphasizes mastery of these technical principles through videos, discussion, demonstrations, lecture, and extensive lab experiences with specific equipment used by the technician. Problem solving using algebra skills requires an Algebra I background. (Limited to 18 students)

Class Expectations

Testing Information:

* Tests every 1 1/2 to 2 weeks. Approximately nine units per semester.
* First test: 2 weeks after the start of each semester.

*Standard review sheet for each test.

Quizzes:

*Occasional quizzes over essential facts or learned skills.

Daily Work:

* Time outside of class: 20 minutes a day
* Daily work includes memory work, reading questions over each unit, math problems, lab reports, study for tests.
* Checked for completion each day or assignments collected.

Lab Work:

*Two lab activities or demonstrations per unit.

*Each student prepares a summary of labs done throughout the year.  A notebook is kept of the cumulative reports.

Major Projects:

* Technology Display

* Toy motor project

Field Trips. Two per quarter. The following have been visited in the past:

Link Manufacturing (Sioux Center)

Local Dairy Farm ( Orange City)

Rosenboom Manufacturing (Sheldon)

Russell's Ready Mix (Orange City)

OC Water Treatment Plant. (Orange City)
Gasoline or Diesel Mechanic Shop (Orange City)
Den Hartog Industries (Hospers)
Rural Electrification Cooperative ( Orange City REC)
Vogel's EZ Liner. (Orange City)

Miscellaneous: Factors important for success in the course.

* Completion of daily homework
* Memorization of quantities and units used in each unit.
* Proper use of equipment in a laboratory setting
* Ability to work with others in a lab setting.

Final Grade:

* Each nine weeks grade is a percentage of the accumulated points from tests, quizzes, papers, projects, labs, and daily assignments.

Further Information:

*Check the online assignment calendar to access assignments daily or weekly.

* Parents are invited to call school to get further information about their student or e-mail Mr. Kauk.

Class Outline

Science is the process of investigating and developing God's physical creation.

I want each student to experience the WOW of God's physical creation.  WONDER, OBSERVE, and WORSHIP.

Book 1 Technical Principle: Force

* Mechanical
* Fluid
* Electrical
* Thermal

Book 2 Technical Principle: Work

* Mechanical
* Fluid
* Electrical

Book 3 Technical Principle: Rate

* Mechanical
* Fluid
* Electrical
* Thermal

Book 4 Technical Principle: Resistance

* Mechanical
* Fluid
* Electrical
* Thermal

Book 5 Technical Principle: Energy

* Thermal

Book 6 Technical Principle: Power

* Electrical

Book 7 Technical Principle: Force Transformers

* Electrical