foundations of manufacturing

Bixby Schools is thrilled to have forged an ongoing partnership with Glenpool High School and Tulsa Technology Center to provide an added program for students entering grades 9-12.

Beginning in the fall of 2021, students can enroll in Foundations of Manufacturing, a jumpstart into advanced manufacturing courses that can lead to a high-paying career! This is a course hosted at Glenpool but facilitated by Tulsa Tech.

Summary of Course:

  • Available to students in grades 9-12

  • Students will travel or be transported to Glenpool HS for this course

  • Explore all areas of manufacturing and discover the many opportunities available

  • Design, weld, and program machines to produce a variety of manufacturing components

  • Safety and tool usage

  • Basic blueprint reading

  • Study of machining and fabrication methods using sheet metal and composite materials

  • Go from initial design and set up to a finished product

Students who are interested in enrolling should contact their school counselor by May 21st to ensure enrollment for the 21-22 school year.

Learn more via the videos below!