1.0 credit — Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
(1 period per day for 1 semester)
Prerequisites: Meet CCP Eligibility Requirements

In this course, students will be introduced to print reading and part visualization from drawings, including sketching multi-view drawings and three-dimensional models, location of key features and dimensioning specifications. Students introduced to beginning concepts in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Instruction in using precision measurement tools including, but not limited to scales, calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, coordinate measurement machines. Students will incorporate use of computer interfaces in metrology and basic statistical process control and topics in lean manufacturing.

1.0 credit — Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
(1 period per day for 1 semester)
Prerequisites: Meet CCP Eligibility Requirements

This course introduces students to the manufacturing environment and processes for production of Micro-Electromechanical Systems (MEMS). Students will learn how to operate in a cleanroom environment, and will be introduced to the history, properties, and uses of silicon wafers. Manufacturing process including wafer-level processes, surface and bulk micro-machining, thin-film deposition, dry and wet etching, photolithography, process integration and the equipment used for these processes will be covered.

1.0 credit — Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
(1 period per day for 1 semester)
Prerequisites: Meet CCP Eligibility Requirements

This is an introductory IT Course that covers all areas of IT foundations, creating a broader understanding of IT. Topics covered: IT Concepts and Terminology, Infrastructure and Networks, Applications and Software, Database Fundamentals and Security. This course aligns with the CompTIA ITF+ Certification.

The following courses will potentially be offered in future years pending student enrollment and approval from Columbus State Community College.

1.0 credit — Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
(1 period per day for 1 semester)
Prerequisites: Meet CCP Eligibility Requirements

Every electrical or electronic device operates using either Direct Current (DC) or Alternating Current (AC) or both. This course is an introduction to DC and AC fundamentals, the systems that use them, and the basic sources of DC and AC electricity.

1.0 credit — Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
(1 period per day for 1 semester)
Prerequisites: Meet CCP Eligibility Requirements

In this course, students will be introduced to the operational mechanisms and process use of vacuum pumps used in the semiconductor industry. Students will explain the operational methodology and process use of equipment that require vacuum pumps used in the semiconductor industry. Students will demonstrate problem-solving, critical thinking and communication skills while learning how to perform maintenance on a vacuum system.

1.0 credit — Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
(1 period per day for 1 semester)
Prerequisites: Meet CCP Eligibility Requirements

Every electrical or electronic device operates using either Direct Current (DC) or Alternating Current (AC) or both. This course is an introduction to AC fundamentals, the systems that use them, and the basic sources of AC electricity.

1.0 credit — Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
(1 period per day for 1 semester)
Prerequisites: Meet CCP Eligibility Requirements

This course will cover basic machine mechanisms (gears, belts, sprockets, bearings, clutches, couplings, springs, etc). It will also examine the basic drives of such mechanisms (electric motors and hydraulic & pneumatic actuators).