Humboldt County Office of Education: Manufacturing and Building & Construction Trades | CTE at McKinleyville High

METAL 1 9th– 12th Grades (Year Course)

Fulfills Fine Arts Requirement for Graduation An entry-level course of study designed to give students both knowledge and “hands-on” experience in basic metallurgy and metal technology. Embedded throughout the year of studies are components of industrial standards and practices, work ethic, career planning and job opportunities.

Unit topics include: sheet metal fabrication, forging and heat treatment of metal into usable tools, foundry practices with aluminum casting, both oxyacetylene and electric arc welding, and the flame cutting of steel. Donations may be requested per the Career Technical Education Department Fee Policy. 

METAL 2, 3, and 4 10th– 12th Grades (Year Course)

Prerequisite: Metal 1 with a Grade of “C” or Better

Fulfills Elective Requirement for Graduation Advanced metal working and long term individual projects continue to be at the center of our focus, including advanced machine work, structural design and weld quality analysis. Emphasis is placed upon meeting specific work quality standards common to industry. Job professionalism and personal job seeking preparation continue to be stressed throughout the year. Donations may be requested per the Career Technical Education Department Fee Policy.