Manufacturing Technology Academy

2600 Aero Park Dr. Traverse City, MI 49686 www.mta.tc twheatley@nmc.edu Phone: (231) 995-1304 Fax: (231) 995-2204

MTA is a partnership among area manufacturers and the TBA Intermediate School District and is housed in Northwestern Michigan College’s Parsons-Stulen Building.

Academic Curriculum Overview Mathematics - FSU College Calculus I and II, NMC College Calculus III and Differential Equations, Calculus, Trigonometry/ Precalculus, Algebra II College Calculus I and II: for MTA students who place into College Calculus I and meet other criteria, 5 university credits per Semester. (See Ferris State University course description.) College Calculus III and Differential Equations: for MTA seniors who successfully completed Calculus I and II their junior year at MTA. 4 college credits per semester. (See Northwestern Michigan College course description.) Calculus: Deb Menchaca, Instructor Instructor Deb Menchaca is highly qualified in mathematics.

Algebra and Trigonometry Review – linear equations, slope, factoring polynomials, solving quadratic equations, exponential rules Functions – relations and functions, notation, domain and range, linear, exponential, logarithmic, periodic, power, quadratic, polynomial, rational, transformations of functions, combination of functions, compositions of functions Limits – definition of a limit, one-sided limits, vertical asymptotes, existence of a limit, finding limits numerically Continuity – definition of continuity, types of discontinuity, the intermediate value theorem Derivatives – definition of derivatives, applying differentiation rules, rates of change, motion, optimization Integrals – Riemann Sums, rules for integration, The Fundamental Rule of Calculus, calculating area between two curves, The Mean Value Theorem for integration, accumulation function, volumes of rotational solids, arc length

Honors Trigonometry and Precalculus*: Deb Menchaca, Instructor Instructor Deb Menchaca is highly qualified in mathematics. Functions – linear, exponential, logarithmic, periodic, power, quadratic, polynomial, rational, transformations of functions

Trigonometry – radians and degrees, trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, area of a sector, area of a triangle, angular velocity, output and input transformations, applications of trigonometric functions, polar coordinates

Solving Equations – solving linear, power, polynomial, rational, and exponential equations, solving inequalities

Fitting Functions to Data – linear relationships, least squares regression, correlation, fit exponential and power functions to data

Algebra II: Debby Oliver, Instructor Instructor Debby Oliver is highly qualified in mathematics. Functions – linear, quadratic, power, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, using functions to solve and model real

world problems, solving equations, domain and range of functions, function notation Systems of Equations – solve, graph inequalities, solve real world problems with systems of equations, linear

programming Non-real numbers – perform operations with complex numbers

Manufacturing Technology Academy

2600 Aero Park Dr. Traverse City, MI 49686 www.mta.tc twheatley@nmc.edu Phone: (231) 995-1304 Fax: (231) 995-2204

MTA is a partnership among area manufacturers and the TBA Intermediate School District and is housed in Northwestern Michigan College’s Parsons-Stulen Building.

Science- Chemistry, Physics, Lasers and Economics * denotes Honors Classes denotes College Credit option

Honors Chemistry*: Debby Oliver, Instructor Instructor Debby Oliver is highly qualified in science. Measurement - metrics, significant figures, scientific notation, dimensional analysis, density, substances, mixtures. States of matter- kinetic theory, Kelvin, the nature of gases, liquids and solids, sublimation, phase diagrams, plasma,

Chemical quantities- mole, molar mass, mole-mass conversions, volume of a mole of gas, percent composition, empirical and molecular formulas chemical names and formulas, periodic table, ionic and molecular compounds, common acids, stoichiometry, interpreting equations, mole-mole, mass-mass, limiting reagent and percent yield. Atomic structure - subatomic particles, atomic number, mass number, development of atomic models, atomic orbitals and suborbitals, electron configuration, light and atomic spectra, the quantum concept.

Honors Physics*: Tim Wheatley, Instructor Instructor Tim Wheatley is highly qualified in science.

Motion- measurement, displacement, velocity, acceleration, gravity free fall, graphs, kinematic equations, projectiles, relative motion. Newton’s Laws- inertia, mass, volume, weight, force, friction, pressure, action/reaction, equilibrium, universal gravitation, orbits. Momentum and Energy- momentum, impulse, elastic and inelastic collisions, work, power, potential and kinetic energy, conservation of energy and momentum, machines, mechanical advantage and efficiency. Circular Motion- frequency and period, rotational velocity and acceleration, linear v angular motion and conversion, centripetal force and acceleration, center of gravity, torque, angular momentum, moment of inertia unit conversion, radians, degrees, revolutions. Waves- wave structure, mechanical and electromagnetic waves, harmonic motion, sound, Doppler effect, transverse and longitudinal waves, resonance, interference and beats, light, reflection and refraction, lens, critical angle, ray diagrams, wavelength and slit separation. Electromagnetism- forces and charges, Coulomb’s Law, conductors and insulators, Ohm’s Law, current, voltage, resistance, AC/DC circuits, series and parallel, electrical potential energy, capacitance, electrical and magnetic fields, induction.

Advanced Physics: Tim Wheatley, Instructor 4 NMC credits/semester Instructor Tim Wheatley is NMC adjunct faculty.

Introduction to Light and Lasers- curriculum from OPTEC and National Science Foundation includes nature and properties of light, optical handling and positioning, light sources and laser safety, basic geometrical optics, basic physical optics and principles of lasers. 1st semester, NMC Elements of Photonics- curriculum from OPTEC and National Science Foundation includes operational characteristics of lasers, specific laser types, optical detectors, vision, fiber optics, photonic devices for imaging, storage and display, laser welding and surface treatment. 2nd semester, NMC

Manufacturing Technology Academy

2600 Aero Park Dr. Traverse City, MI 49686 www.mta.tc twheatley@nmc.edu Phone: (231) 995-1304 Fax: (231) 995-2204

MTA is a partnership among area manufacturers and the TBA Intermediate School District and is housed in Northwestern Michigan College’s Parsons-Stulen Building.

Honors Economics*: Tim Wheatley, Instructor Instructor Tim Wheatley is highly qualified in social science. Microeconomics- scarcity, resources, producers and consumers, goods and services, opportunity costs, capital, types of

business organization, supply and demand, incentives, profit and loss, costs, entrepreneurship, theory of the firm, price, interpreting financial documents, capital investment, productivity, calculating payroll and employee benefits, entrepreneurship, applications to manufacturing engineering firms.

Macroeconomics- trade, absolute and comparative advantage, types of economic systems, theories of Smith, Keynes

and Marx, labor, taxes, role of government, aggregate supply and demand, shortages and surpluses, externalities, market failures, resource markets, broad social goals, stock market, economic indicators, unemployment, inflation, fiscal policy.

English- Technical Reading/Writing – Public Speaking – Business Communications English Lead Instructor Tim Wheatley is highly qualified in English. English Language Arts 11: Tim Wheatley, Debby Oliver and Hollianne McHugh, Instructors ELA 11 STANDARDS- MTA’s English curriculum meets and exceeds Michigan Department of Education requirements.

TECHNICAL WRITING- grammar, syntax, word usage, common errors, etc, business format, memos, cover letters, bid proposals, technical directions, resume, technical reports, research papers, summaries, electronic portfolios.

TECHNICAL READING- technology Learning Activity Packets (LAPs), technical instructions, summaries of technical articles, current science and technology articles, texts, research documents, manufacturing management novel The Goal.

PUBLIC SPEAKING- voice, poise, introductions, conclusions, preparation, basics of PowerPoint, impromptu and informal presentations to industry partners, project updates, meetings, mentor topics, summaries, roundtable discussions, technical presentations WORK ETHIC/BUSINESS ETIQUETTE- proper introductions, handshake, phone and e-mail etiquette, time management, use of planners, Gantt charting, responsibility, dependability, initiative, teamwork, goal planning, portfolio, mentor journal, company tours, career research, and seminars in problem-solving and continuous quality improvement, interview skills and resumes.

English Language Arts 12: Tim Wheatley, Debby Oliver and Hollianne McHugh, Instructors ELA 12 STANDARDS- MTA’s English curriculum meets and exceeds Michigan Department of Education requirements.\ TECHNICAL WRITING- formal technical reports, graphics and charts, proper citations, appendices, cover letters, resumes,

memos, meeting agendas and minutes, thank you notes, technical manuals, appropriate composition of e-mails, business letters, economic analysis essays, project management documents, Gantt charts, Task Lists, peer evaluations, internship journals, mentor communications, bid proposals, written analyses, scholarship essays, technical presentations.

TECHNICAL READING- technology Learning Activity Packets (LAPs), technical instructions, research documents, project

budgets, Factory technical manuals, robotics competition guidelines and specifications, texts, technical briefs, meeting agendas and updates, Man autobiography of James Harbour, excerpts from The World is Flat and Freakonomics, articles from The Economist and others.

PUBLIC SPEAKING- voice, poise, preparation, editing for varied audiences, accompanying documents, PowerPoint

presentations, meetings, integrating presentations with written documents, video clips, Web links, technical briefs, bid proposals, to industry engineers and managers, and robotics competition judges.

Manufacturing Technology Academy

2600 Aero Park Dr. Traverse City, MI 49686 www.mta.tc twheatley@nmc.edu Phone: (231) 995-1304 Fax: (231) 995-2204

MTA is a partnership among area manufacturers and the TBA Intermediate School District and is housed in Northwestern Michigan College’s Parsons-Stulen Building.

WORK ETHIC/BUSINESS ETHICS/LEADERSHIP- team/project leadership, peer motivation and evaluation, earning self esteem,

personal and professional responsibility, gracious professionalism (FIRST Robotics Competition), value of diversity, peer mentorship, work as a social contract, personal and professional integrity.

Technology Curriculum Overview Hollianne McHugh, Instructor Automation, Manufacturing and Engineering Technology: Design Processes, Machining, Quality, Robotics and Automation, Fluid Power, Electrical Systems, Teamwork, Management and Business Practices Design Processes- CAD Drawing Fundamentals, Introduction to Technical Drawing, Multiview CAD Drawings,

Schematic Diagrams, Sectional Drawings, Fasteners, Isometric Drawings, Facilities Layout and Introduction to MasterCAM, 3-D Solid Modeling with kinematic and structural analysis using SolidWorks®, Rapid Prototyping.

Machining - Band Saw Operation, Introduction to CNC Mill Program (Depco CNC mill) CNC Mill Setup and Tooling,

Introduction to Drill Press, Drill Press Operations, Intro. to Manufacturing Hand Tools , Milling Processes, Introduction to MasterCAM.

Quality - Basic Measurement, Precision Measurement Tools, Dimensional Gaging, Introduction to SPC, Control Chart

Operation, Control Chart Analysis, SPC Problem Solving and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Robotics and Automation - Basic Robot Operation, Teach Pendant Programming, PC Software Programming,

Application Development, Flexible Manufacturing Cells, Quality and Production Control, and introduction to Programmable Logic Controls

Fluid and Pneumatic Power - Hydraulic Power Systems, Basic Hydraulic Circuits, Principles of Pressure and Flow,

Hydraulic Speed Control, Pressure Control Circuits, Pneumatic Power Systems, Basic Pneumatic Circuits, Principles of Pneumatic Pressure and Flow, Pneumatic Speed Control Circuits and Pneumatic System Construction

Electrical Systems - Basic Electrical Circuits, Electrical Measurements, Circuit Analysis, Inductance and Capacitance,

Combination Circuits, Transformers, Control Logic, Sequencing Control, Timers and Advanced Systems Special Projects/Project Management – Gear Project and Packaging Project. Keychain 3-D Rapid Prototype Machine

Project, Balsa Bridge 3-D Modeling and Structural Analysis Project, industry-related projects and national robotics competitions.

Industry/Competition/Leadership Experience Internships – Three internship options: Option 1- paid 240+ hour summer internship, Option 2- paid 180+ hour after

school internship, and Option 3- unpaid 80 hour intern project at a local manufacturing or related facility Mentors – Each student is assigned a mentor from a local manufacturing firm. Communication with mentor is integrated

into English assignments. Mentors often provide job shadow and other opportunities. Seminars – Industry professionals perform seminars on academic and technical topics in the MTA classroom or at their

facilities. Projects - Two separate week-long industry-based problem-solving units in conjunction with QA/Team Training. Tours – Students tour various local manufacturing plants including heat treating, assembly, stamping, automation,

plastics, etc.

Manufacturing Technology Academy

2600 Aero Park Dr. Traverse City, MI 49686 www.mta.tc twheatley@nmc.edu Phone: (231) 995-1304 Fax: (231) 995-2204

MTA is a partnership among area manufacturers and the TBA Intermediate School District and is housed in Northwestern Michigan College’s Parsons-Stulen Building.

Student Competitions - Teams of students compete in competitions such as FIRST Robotics Competition, Society of

Manufacturing Engineers National Robotic Challenge, Economics Club Essay Contest, Skills USA, Math, Engineering and Science Symposium, etc.

Student/Professional Organizations – opportunities to join Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) Student Unit 202

(first high school unit in U.S.) and the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS).