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Powering Progress with Precision, Innovation, and Skilled Talent

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Engineering Design & Technology

Design, Build, and Innovate for the Future

Turn your creativity into real-world solutions through advanced design and engineering principles. Students gain hands-on experience in blueprint reading, 3D modeling, and problem-solving through industry-inspired projects in mechanical, civil, architectural, and biomedical engineering. Use industry-standard software like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, and REVIT Architecture, and explore cross-training with machining, welding, and drone technology.

Program Highlights

  • Blueprint Reading & Technical Drawing

  • 3D Modeling with AutoCAD, SolidWorks & Inventor

  • Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

  • Mechanical, Civil & Architectural Design

  • Drone (sUAS) Flight Training & Certification

  • Collaborative Prototyping with Welding & Precision Machining

Design Projects Cover

  • Automotive Engineering

  • Architectural Engineering

  • Biomedical Engineering

  • Electrical & Mechanical Engineering

This program equips high school students with high-demand, transferable skills that align with Ohio’s growing needs in engineering and advanced manufacturing industries.

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Enigneering Design and Technology Program-Specifc Details

  • Stormy Rush
    Enigneering Design and Technology Instructor 

    📧Email: srush@lcjvs.net
    📞 (440) 774-1051 ext. 22309

     

  • JUNIIOR YEAR:

     Engineering Design

     Robotics

     

    SENIOR YEAR:

     Engineering Principles

     Industrial Robotics

  • AutoCAD User

    Certified Solid Works Associate (CSWA)

    Autodesk Inventor Certified User Certification

    Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - 10-Hour Training1

    Fanuc - Certified Robot Operator 1 Certification

    Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 1: ControlLogix Fundamentals and Troubleshooting

    Studio 5000 Logix Designer Level 2: Basic Ladder Logic Programming

    Ohio State Apprenticeship Council Recognized Pre-Apprenticeship Program Certificate of Completion - Manufacturing

  • College Credits
    Agreements with many colleges/universities help students, who meet established criteria, earn college credit for courses taken at the Lorain County JVS.  These credits can be transferred to the respective institution.  Potential college credits for Engineering Design & Technology students are listed below.  Credits listed are semester hours.

    Lorain County Community College
    College 101 (SDEV101): 1 Credit
    Intro to Computer Aided Drafting (CADD 111): 2 Credit
    Industrial Blueprint Reading (TECN 115): 2 Credits
    Introduction to SolidWorks (CADD 213): 3 Credits
    Introduction to Inventor (CADD 214): 3 Credits

    Virginia Marty College of Art & Design
    Introduction to Drafting (X090): 2 Credits
    Architectural Drafting (ID104): 3 Credits
    Rendering I (ID128): 3 Credits
    CAD I (ID391): 3 Credits
    (Optional summer training program for those that qualify)

     

    Math, English, Social Studies and other courses that offer dual high school and college credits are offered on the  through partnerships with Lorain County Community College. More information about College Credit Plus is available on LCCC's website. Upon meeting specific criteria, students have the opportunity to earn various types of college credit for career technical courses taken at Lorain County JVS. Students also have the opportunity to participate in Ohio’s College Credit Plus program. College credit opportunities vary by program and are subject to change.

  • SkillsUSA
    National Technical Honor Society

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Precision Machine Technology

Shape the Future—One Precision Part at a Time
Train for in-demand careers in advanced manufacturing by mastering precision machining and metalworking. This hands-on program prepares students to fabricate, assemble, and repair parts using manual and computer-controlled machinery. Learn to read blueprints, apply accurate measurements, and use CAD/CAM tools like Fusion 360 to bring your designs to life. Earn industry-recognized certifications from the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) and develop the foundation for success in high-tech, high-wage careers.

Program Highlights

  • Blueprint Reading & Precision Measurement

  • Fusion 360 CAD/CAM Software

  • Manual & CNC Machine Operation

  • Cell Manufacturing Concepts

  • Tool Grinding & Machine Repair

  • Metallurgy & Heat Treatment

  • NIMS Certification Opportunities

Students in this program gain valuable skills that power Ohio’s precision manufacturing sector and position them for long-term career growth in advanced industries.
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Precision Machine Technology Program-Specifc Details

  • John Green
    Precision Machine Technology Instructor 

    📧Email: jgreen@lcjvs.net
    📞 (440) 774-1051 ext. 22214

  • JUNIIOR YEAR:

     Machine Tools

     Machining with Industrial Milling Machines

     Manufacturing Operations (Elective)

     

    SENIOR YEAR:

     Machining with Industrial Lathes

     Computer Numerical Control Tecnology with Industrial Mills & Lathes

  • National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) - CNC Lathe Operations

    National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) - CNC Mill Operations

    National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) - Milling I

    National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) - Turning I (Between Centers)

    National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) - Grinding I

    National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) - Job Planning, Benchwork & Layout

    National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) - Measurement, Materials & Safety

    National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) - Turning I (Chucking Skills)

    Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - 10-Hour Training1

    Ohio State Apprenticeship Council Recognized Pre-Apprenticeship Program Certificate of Completion - Manufacturing

  • SkillsUSA
    National Technical Honor Society

Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Engineering

Innovate, Design, and Engineer Solutions That Shape the Future
Prepare for success in engineering, science, and technology fields through Project Lead The Way (PLTW)—a nationally recognized, college-prep curriculum. The PLTW Engineering program at Lorain County JVS combines hands-on learning with real-world problem-solving to help you explore multiple engineering disciplines while building a strong academic foundation. This award-winning program is delivered in partnership with Lorain County Community College, giving students direct access to college-level facilities and instruction.

Program Highlights

  • Introduction to Engineering Design

  • Civil Engineering & Architecture

  • Principles of Engineering

  • Digital Electronics

  • Computer Integrated Manufacturing

  • Engineering Design & Development (Capstone)

  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification

Program Delivery

  • Junior and senior courses held at Lorain County Community College

  • Academic courses offered at your associate school or through College Credit Plus

PLTW Engineering students are equipped with the skills, confidence, and college credit to lead in Ohio’s growing innovation and advanced manufacturing economy.

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Project Lead the Way Program-Specifc Details

  • Bryan Wanosky 
    PLTW Engineering Instructor—LCCC

    📧Email: bwanosky@lcjvs.net

  • JUNIIOR YEAR:

     Engineering Principles

     Digital Electronics

     

    SENIOR YEAR:

     Computer Integrated Manufacturing

     Engineering Capstone

  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - 10-Hour Training1

    Ohio Driver’s License

  • College Credits
    Agreements with many colleges/universities help students, who meet established criteria, earn college credit for courses taken at the JVS. These credits can be transferred to the respective institution.  Potential college credits for PLTW Engineering students are listed below. Credits listed are semester hours.

    Lorain County Community College
    Intro to Engineering (ENG120): 1 Credit 
    Intro to Personal Fabrication (DFAB 111): 1 Credit
    OHSA General safety 10 hour (SAFE 150): 1 Credit
    Industrial Blueprint Reading* (TECN 115): 2 Credits
    Intro to Inventor (CADD 214)*: 3 Credits
    Introduction to Industrial Robots (AETC 111): 3 Credits

    *Taken as part of the 10th grade 'Intro to Engineering Course' at participating high schools.

    PLTW Engineering is a nationally certified and accredited program. This means that National PLTW has agreements in place with several colleges/universities around the country where credit is awarded if the student fulfills all of the requirements of the particular educational institution. Each school is different and has different requirements. The complete listing of these schools and their current requirements can be found on the National PLTW website. The schools with an icon that says "college-level recognition" offer possible college credits to PLTW students.

    Upon meeting specific criteria, students have the opportunity to earn various types of college credit for career technical courses taken at Lorain County JVS. Students also have the opportunity to participate in Ohio’s College Credit Plus program. College credit opportunities vary by program and are subject to change.
     

  • SkillsUSA
    National Technical Honor Society

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Welding & Fabrication

Cut, Fuse, and Forge Your Path in a High-Demand Skilled Trade

Program Overview
Train in the essential skills needed to join the workforce as a certified welder and metal fabricator. This hands-on program covers multiple welding processes, layout and fabrication techniques, and the use of industry-standard equipment. You'll work on real-world projects that reflect current demands in construction, manufacturing, and fabrication industries.

Program Highlights

  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW/Stick)

  • Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Welding

  • Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding

  • Flux Core Welding

  • Oxyfuel & Plasma Arc Cutting

  • Layout & Fabrication Projects

  • American Welding Society (AWS) Certifications

  • Carbon Arc Gouging

  • CNC Programming

  • Welding Robotics

Students graduate with industry-recognized certifications and hands-on experience that align with Ohio’s growing demand for skilled welders and fabricators in construction, energy, and advanced manufacturing.
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Welding & Fabrication Program-Specifc Details

  • Tony Tyree
    Instructor, Welding & Fabrication

    📧Email: ttyree@lcjvs.net
    📞 (440) 774-1051 ext. 22350

  • JUNIIOR YEAR:

     Shielding Metal Arc Welding

     Gas Metal Arc Welding

     

    SENIOR YEAR:

     Flux Core Arc Welding

     Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

  • American Welding Society (AWS)-Certified Welder (FCAW)

    American Welding Society (AWS)-Certified Welder (GMAW)

    American Welding Society (AWS)-Certified Welder (GTAW)

    American Welding Society (AWS)-Certified Welder (SMAW)

    Ohio State Apprenticeship Council Recognized Pre-Apprenticeship Program Certificate of Completion - Manufacturing

    Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - 10-Hour Training1

    Ohio Driver’s License

  • College Credits
    Agreements with many colleges/universities help students, who meet established criteria, earn college credit for courses taken at the Lorain County JVS.  These credits can be transferred to the respective institution.  Potential college credits for Welding & Fabrication students are listed below.  Credits listed are semester hours.

    Lorain County Community College: 14 Credits

    Upon meeting specific criteria, students have the opportunity to earn various types of college credit for career technical courses taken at Lorain County JVS. Students also have the opportunity to participate in Ohio’s College Credit Plus program. College credit opportunities vary by program and are subject to change.

  • SkillsUSA
    National Technical Honor Society