Copyright: 2024

Virginia Assignment Code: 8433

Suggested Grade Level: 9, 10, 11

Duration: 36 weeks

Hours: 140

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

CTSO: TSA

Course Description:

This project-based course is focused on materials and processes as students fabricate products and conduct experiments. Learning experiences include career exploration as well as the use of tools and equipment related to analysis, testing, and processing of metals, polymers, ceramics, and wood and other composite materials. This course is recommended for students interested in engineering and technical careers. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Note:

The Virginia Administrative Code regulates the class size for this course. For additional information, see 8VAC20-120-150, "Maximum class size," or contact the Virginia Department of Education Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education at cte@doe.virginia.gov.

Credentials, Course Sequences, and Career Clusters/Pathways can be found here:

https://www.cteresource.org/career-clusters/manufacturing/materials-and-processes-technology/