The course is less structured allowing students to spend an extended portion of time using acquired skills and knowledge to complete a special project or if desired, do extended work within one particular phase of the course. It includes in-depth experiences in all the metals areas such as welding, machining, and foundry. Students will be given the opportunity to design and build projects of their own choice. Any previous metals course. Students must apply in their sophomore year for the two year program in the machining industry.
Students receive classroom and on the job training in a state approved curriculum.
Students must have completed General Metals and are enrolled in Metals Survey as a junior at Arrowhead. As a senior, students are enrolled at WCTC for a 4 hour weekly course and are also encouraged to take Advanced Metals at Arrowhead. Students must apply for this program and be accepted at WCTC in February of their sophomore year. Both WCTC and Arrowhead credits may be earned through this program. General Woodworking provides students with introductory experiences in several areas.