Integrated Mechanics

Year 1

Integrated Mechanics

Course Title: Integrated Mechanics
Course Instructor: James Duddleston
Number of Credits: 3 per semester
Semesters Offered: 2 semesters
Prerequisite: Algebra I and English 10
Eligible Grade Levels: 11th & 12th
Dual Credit: Vincennes University

Year 2

Integrated Mechanics Capstone

Course Title: Integrated Mechanics Capstone
Course Instructor: James Duddleston
Number of Credits: 3 per semester
Semesters Offered: 2 semesters
Prerequisite: Integrated Mechanics
Eligible Grade Levels: 12th
Dual Credit: Vincennes University

Content Standards and Competencies

  • Identify basic manufacturing processes and major types of production systems
  • Describe the need for workplace safety and workplace safety training programs
  • Discuss basic blueprint reading fundamentals, and quality systems
  • Perform basic measurement using precision measuring tools
  • Explain the basic concepts of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic power systems
  • Demonstrate a general knowledge of non-traditional manufacturing processes and automation
  • Describe the design, tooling and production aspects of manufacturing
  • Describe the basic concepts of machine control, machine automation, and electrical control
  • Discuss the concepts of Lean Manufacturing, and Total Productive Maintenance

Dual Credit Information for 2023-24

Dual credit offerings are subject to change at the discretion of postsecondary partners, the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, The Indiana Department of Education, or the Indiana Office of Career and Technical Education.

Course Number Course Name Credit Amount College Year
DRAF 140 Introduction to CAD 3 Credits Vincennes University Year 1
CIMT 100 Electronics for Automation 3 Credits Vincennes University Year 1
CIMT 100L Electronics for Automation Laboratory 3 Credits Vincennes University Year 1
PMTD 110 Manufacturing Processes 2 Credits Vincennes University Year 1
PMTD 110L Manufacturing Processes Laboratory 1 Credit Vincennes University Year 1
CIMT 140 Mechanical Drives 2 Credits Vincennes University Year 2
CIMT 140L Mechanical Drives Laboratory 1 Credit Vincennes University Year 2
CIMT 175 Mechatronics 2 Credits Vincennes University Year 2
CIMT 175L Mechatronics Laboratory 1 Credit Vincennes University Year 2

Academic Standards for Success

  • Communicate effectively using listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
  • Use qualitative analytical skills to evaluate and process numerical data.
  • Solve problems using critical and creative thinking skills.
  • Utilizing and applying software where appropriate to the course.
  • Demonstrate ability to read and interpret technical documents.
  • Demonstrate ability to use various types of software applicable to the course.
  • Follow precisely a complex multistep procedure when carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks; analyze the specific results based on explanations in the text.
  • Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades 11-12 texts and topics.
  • Solve abstract and practical problems by applying and adapting a variety of strategies.  Monitor progress and evaluate answers in terms of questions asked.

Area 31 Eligibility Statement

Read the Eligibility statement here.

NOTE: Required prerequisites include the successful completion of Algebra I and English 10 for academic credit.