industrial arts

noun

1. (used with a plural verb) the methods of using tools and machinery, as taught in secondary and technical schools.
2. (used with a singular verb) a subject or course of study that teaches such methods and skills.

Word History and Origins

Origin of industrial arts¹

First recorded in 1840–50

Example Sentences

CTE is now likely to consist of digital design, 3D printing, communications and computer science; in New York state, for example, what was once known as “industrial arts” has evolved into “technology education.”

From Seattle Times

Culver started teaching career and technical education classes in the Evergreen School District after graduating from the Washington State University’s college of education and industrial arts.

From Seattle Times

In my case, I never had someone to teach me beyond the one industrial arts class I took in junior high.

From Washington Post

Knox’s industrial arts education at Grambling College - now Grambling State University - led him to work for Williams more than four decades ago.

From Washington Times

That sign is close to but not really at the border, said Umbel, a retired Garrett County industrial arts teacher.

From Washington Times