DCTC FOR GRADE 11

Heavy Duty Truck Technology

Students will overhaul various parts of a semi-truck diesel engine and drive train components. They also will perform vehicle safety inspections, heavy truck engine troubleshooting diagnostics and preventative maintenance procedures as well as cover different welding procedures while practicing with each method. Students may have an opportunity to drive a diesel-powered semi and drive with a trailer if they do well with the truck. Students must have a driver’s permit or license to drive the truck.

Prerequisites: None

Questions? Email kimblem@isd199.org if you have questions about Heavy Duty Truck Technology.

Video Game Animation and Design

Students will learn the video game design process and learn and practice 2D and 3D game design through a variety of game design programs and animation environments. Introduction to 3-D printing will also be explored.

Prerequisites: None

Questions? Email kimblem@isd199.org if you have questions about Video Game Animation and Design.

Total Auto Care

This program combines both automotive repair, auto body and welding that is related to these areas. Perform all types of services and repair in the automotive industry, focusing on safety, maintenance, tires, brakes, steering systems, suspension systems and alignments with modern equipment. Testing of computer control emission systems along with heating and a/c systems with state of the art equipment will be presented. Students will repair automotive bodies, fenders and frames. Metal straightening, shaping, rust repair and spot painting. Skills in welding with oxy/acetylene gas, mig welding and plastic welding, along with cutting with oxy /acetylene gas and plasma cutting will be performed. Applying and finishing plastic fillers and fiberglass repairs. Primers, paints and vehicle detailing will also be performed.

Prerequisites: None

Questions? Email kimblem@isd199.org if you have questions about Total Auto Care.

Computer Repair/Networking/Cyber Security

Students will understand basic computer hardware, use common network management tools and learn computer setup and configuration. Students will also learn networking components, understand basic software, learn router setup and configuration, install Ethernet LANS and understand networking topology and architecture.

Prerequisites: None

Questions? Email kimblem@isd199.org if you have questions about ComputerRepair/Networking/Cyber Security.

Graphic Design Technology

Learn how to manipulate and edit images in Adobe Photoshop, learn how to layout a game board and its pieces, printing them using Adobe InDesign and TinkerCad (Color Printing and 3D Printing), learn how to illustrate an animated character in Adobe Illustrator, learn to layout packaging using TinkerCAD and Adobe Illustrator. Potentially earn 6 College Credits from the MN State System. Students will produce; creative Photoshop images, marketing posters, invitations and tickets; game board; game board pieces; calendars; draw animated characters; logo designs; forms; clothing designs; vehicle wrap design; packaging and participate in a public portfolio show in the Spring.

Prerequisites: None

Questions? Email kimblem@isd199.org if you have questions about Graphic Design Technology.

Fundamental Chef Training

This curriculum is aligned with a standard, first year, post-secondary Culinary Arts course, including basic cooking techniques, sanitation, soups, sauces, baking, pastry formulas, ethnic cooking, and cold food preparation, including garnishing techniques.

Students work in a commercial kitchen and experience "true foodservice" atmosphere, activities, and professionalism
The students plan, prepare, and serve numerous on and off premise catered events each year.
There is the opportunity for student organization involvement, which includes leadership opportunities, competitive skill events, networking, community service, and mentor/mentee options.
The students have the option to become Servsafe certified. Servsafe is a nationally recognized food & beverage safety training and certificate program administered by the National Restaurant Association.

Prerequisites: None

Questions? Email kimblem@isd199.org if you have questions about Fundamental Chef Training.

Advanced Mechatronics

This course is for students interested in Advanced Manufacturing processes and combines the Industry Internet of Things – 4.0 program at Dakota County Area Learning School (DCALS) with technologies found in STEM and Mechatronics. The certification is appropriate for all students, from those interested in frontline positions where Industry 4.0 technology is prevalent, to those interested in engineering, computer science, robotics and data analytics. It has also been designed to appeal to students with a desire to advance their careers by earning college credit toward certificates and degrees at Dakota County Technical College.

Students will develop working knowledge of the evolving world of advanced manufacturing with a hands-on environment that introduces the fundamentals of mechatronics and advanced manufacturing, including electricity, electric relay control, measurement, mechanical drivers, performance metrics, control systems, organization, print reading and safety. The course is ideal for a wide range of learners, from those interested in careers in industry to those on engineering, computer science and data analytics pathways.

Prerequisites: None

Questions? Email kimblem@isd199.org if you have questions about Advanced Mechatronics.

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