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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY I (S)
Grades 11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: None
The student will study the automotive industry with emphasis on employment possibilities and utilize the Internet for additional automotive technologies. Hands-on experience enhances the learning situation for the student in the trouble-shooting practice sections. These sessions are designed to prepare the student for practical application for information learned in class. Students will be instructed how to properly maintain and repair their personal vehicles. A ogical approach, patience, and safety are strongly stressed.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY II (S)
Grades 11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: Automotive Technology I
The student will study the automotive industry with emphasis on employment possibilities and utilize the Internet for additional automotive technologies. Hands-on experience enhances the learning situation for the student in the auto troubleshooting practice sections. These sessions are designed to prepare the student for practical applications from the information learned in class. Students will be instructed on shop safety and how to properly maintain personal vehicle as well as those of the faculty staff and community members. A safe and logical approach is strongly stressed.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY III (S)
Grades 12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: Enrolled in Automotive Technology II
The class is designed for a student with a strong desire to enter the Transportation Industry after graduation. The course is taken simultaneously with Automotive Technology II to allow for additional lab time so students can further develop hand-on practical experiences that will prepare the student for post graduation experiences. Students will be instructed on shop safety and how to properly maintain personal vehicle as well as those of the faculty staff and community members. A safe and logical approach is strongly stressed.
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY I (S)
Grades 10-11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: None
This course is designed to explore electricity through laboratory activities using a project approach where practical. Emphasis is placed on the safe handling of test equipment and related specialized electronic tools. The course will cover electrical theory, symbols, basic electric circuits, electrical safety, and residential wiring techniques, as well as basic skills to be an electrician. Some background in math and/or science would be helpful. Students will work within a residential section and utilize 150 amp services.
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY II (S)
Grades 11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: Electrical Technology I
This course is designed for students interested in pursuing a career as an electronics technician. Students will learn the role of the robotic arm in assembly-line-production. Students will also learn how to construct and use renewable energy sources, and circuitry for electric generators and electric motors.
COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING & DESIGN (CP, S)
Grades 9-10-11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: None
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of drafting as it applies to the world of industry. Students discover the concepts of multi-view drawing, dimensioning, sectioning, screw threads, and Auto CAD. Learn how the industry communicates with drawings and uses Computer Aid Drawings. This course would be beneficial for anyone considering a career in the industrial trades or engineering.
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COMPUTER AIDED ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN (CP, S)
Grades 10-11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: Computer Aided Drafting & Design
This course will focus on the design of residential homes. The student will study different house styles, standards
used in room and house planning, construction practices and making a complete set of house drawings using
AutoCAD. This course would be beneficial for anyone considering a career in architecture, the industrial trades or
engineering.
COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN-ADVANCED (CP, S)
Grades 11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: CADD and CAAD
This course is a level three course that will build upon the principles learned in Computer Aided Drafting and Design as well as Computer Aided Architectural Design. It will explore different engineering fields with problem solving activities. Students considering a career in the industrial trades or engineering will find the course to be beneficial.
GRAPHIC ARTS TECHNOLOGY I (S)
Grades 9-10-11-12 5
Credits
Pre-requisite: None
This course provides the student with the basic fundamentals of computerized graphics using the Power Macintosh computer. By utilizing the system that is foremost among graphic designers today, career opportunity becomes an attainable transition. Silkscreen printing and offset printing for T-shirts, posters, business cards, flyers, brochures, memo pads, resumes and various forms of printable material will be taught in the form of graphic design. Digital or traditional photography may be utilized in the production of all graphic projects. Students will learn how to implement digital and original art by using digital cameras, scanners and the very latest Adobe software including: Photoshop, Illustrator, and PageMaker. The study of graphic design is an excellent tool for any student considering yearbook design and journalism as it gives full hands-on approach in laying out text and graphics.
GRAPHIC ARTS TECHNOLOGY II (S)
Grade 11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: Graphic Arts I or Teacher Recommendation
This course is a continued study of Graphic Arts I that provides the student with the basic fundamentals of computerized graphics using the Power Macintosh computer. Digital or traditional photography may be utilized in the production of all graphic projects. Students will learn how to implement digital and original art by using digital cameras, scanners and the very latest Adobe software. It is an advanced study in which the student takes the skills he or she has learned in Graphic Arts Tech I and is challenged with more complex projects and assignments.
NETWORKING I (CP)
Grades 10-11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: Basic computer operation skills, PC Servicing, understanding of Windows 95/98 operation,
understanding of applications such as word processors and Internet browsers
This course introduces the student to the underlying concepts of data communications, telecommunications and networking. It provides a conceptual view of networking fundamentals & local area networks and will bring together the acronyms, protocols, and components used in today's networks. It is the fundamental portion of the Advanced Certificate in Computer Networking, designed specifically to provide the student with a practical and comprehensive working knowledge of networking. A hands-on approach, students will construct and maintain a classroom network.
Note: Networking I and Networking II are designed to prepare students to take the ACSE Associate Network
Specialist (NANS) Certification Test.
NETWORKING II (CP)
Grades 11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: Networking I
This course is designed to provide the student with conceptual and working knowledge of how Local Area Networks communicate over a wide area and the four important networking architectures in corporate environments today, TCP/IP, SNA, AppleTalk and DNA. Students will learn concepts that are important to the field of systems integration, as well as a conceptual basis for understanding network architecture. A hands-on approach, students will consult, construct and maintain various networks for other classroom networks. Note: Networking I and Networking II are designed to prepare students to take the ACSE Associate Network Specialist (NANS) Certification Test.
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PC SYSTEMS SERVICING: A+ TRAINING (S)
Grades 9-10-11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: Basic computer operation skills and understanding of Windows 95/98 operations
The PC Systems Servicing and Training course provides an introduction to PC technology. This course describes what a PC is, how it works and the operating system that controls it. Starting with the basics, students will learn about components that make up a PC, take basic measurements using a digital multimeter, develop a mastery of industry standard operating systems and learn basic system troubleshooting with hands-on exercises. Students will build a computer utilizing various hardware and software. Students will study advanced techniques for evaluating, isolating and identifying several malfunctions down to the board, module or configuration level. Students, using an interactive, windows-based program, will apply the skills and knowledge gained to prepare them for the A+ certification test.
PHOTOGRAPHY (S)
Grades 10-11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: None
This course will be introducing the applications that relate to the preparation of printed materials. Students will work with digital photography. Photoshop 6.0 and Microsoft Word Projects software will relate concepts used in the communications industries to the classroom. Students will be exposed to career concepts regarding photography as well as develop a lifelong love of the pursuit.
WOOD TECHNOLOGY I (S)
Grades 9-10-11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: None
This is an introductory course in which the student will learn basic woodworking techniques, wood identification, safe use of various hand and power tools and fabrication techniques. Students will use Computer Technology in relation to the Internet and Computer Aided Design I (CAD) to design and construct a project from a working drawing. Emphasis will be on safety procedures, use of tools, materials, and completion of required project assignments.
WOOD TECHNOLOGY II (S)
Grades 10-11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: Wood Technology I
Wood ll is an advanced woodworking course for the student who is interested in refining his/her woodworking skills.
Each student will design and create his/her own projects using the Internet and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD).
Advanced machine techniques Computer Aided (CNC) Computer Numerical Control Router/Engraving machines
used for making dimensional signs from computer graphics design, wood lamination, wood sculpture and finishing
procedures will be covered in this course. Emphasis will be placed on quality of work and originality of ideas and
recognition of safety procedures.
WOOD TECHNOLOGY III (S)
Grades 11-12 5 Credits
Pre-requisite: Wood Technology II
Wood llI is an advanced woodworking course for the student who is interested in further advancing his/her woodworking skills. Each student will design and create his/her own projects using the Internet and advanced applications of Computer Aided Drafting (CAD). Advanced machine techniques Computer Aided (CNC) Computer Numerical Control Router/Engraving machines used for making dimensional signs from computer graphics design, wood lamination, wood sculpture and finishing procedures will be covered in this course. Emphasis will be placed on project management, quality of work and originality.