Career and Technical Education Course Descriptions

721 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT     Grades 10-12     2.5 CR
Prerequisite: Introduction to Business or Accounting
This course is designed to build skills in managing a business. Students will learn how to work cooperatively, research, and develop leadership and managerial skills. Students will research what makes a great leader and manage a diverse workforce. This class will learn what E-commerce does and how it gets started. Students will research to find successful E-commerce stores and how they are managed.

722 ADVERTISING     Grades 10-12     2.5 CR
This course explores the power of advertising in our consumer world. Students will study and complete market research, plan an advertising campaign, create a newspaper, radio, and television commercials, and more.

723 INTRODUCTION TO MARKETING     Grades 10-12     2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: Introduction to Business
Dual Enrollment Option through WCCC: 3 Credits
This semester-long course is designed to introduce the concepts of marketing. The class examines marketing functions and institutions involved in the commercial distribution of various classes of goods from producer to consumer. Pricing, channels, consumer motivations, advertising and promotion, logistics, and statistical methodology are studied to provide a comprehensive marketing overview.

724 ACCOUNTING     Grades 10-12     5.0 CR 
Prerequisite: Introduction to Business
Dual Enrollment Option through WCCC: 3 Credits
This course addresses the fundamentals of accounting theory and practice: double entry, journals and ledgers, control accounts and subsidiary ledgers, financial statements, inventory costing, accounting for notes, accruals and deferrals, and adjusting and closing entries and accounting for payroll and current liabilities. This course instructs students through the manual accounting system with an introduction to the computerized accounting systems to record accounting information and prepare financial statements. This course will provide students with a background in basic accounting procedures to serve as a solid basis for employment in office jobs and preparation for studying business in college.

726 H SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING     Grades 11-12     2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: Introduction to Business
Dual Enrollment Option through Centenary: 4 Credits
Social Media Marketing will provide an overview of social media and its application to the business setting.  The course will include a hands-on view of current and social media marketing tools. The main focus will be on leveraging social media from a marketing perspective, including listening to customers and building brands on the social web. Students will research social media platforms and the history of each. Students will develop and manage a class social media account (class Twitter account). The class will be conducted using a variety of teaching methods including lectures, class discussions, experiential learning and group collaboration. The course should be offered to juniors and seniors who demonstrate self-motivation, are comfortable with public speaking, and have a desire to pursue a degree in the business field.

728 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY      Grades 9-11      2.5 CR 
This course will introduce basic computer concepts, such as the history of computers, basic hardware components, understanding of the Windows operating system, and understanding of file management systems. In addition, students will be provided a basic introduction to the Internet, Internet safety, and email. Students will expand their visual-spatial skills by completing projects in Microsoft Word and will also have experience creating a multimedia presentation using the following software: Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Fireworks.

729 WEB PAGE DESIGN      Grades 9-12      2.5 CR                                                                                                      Dual Enrollment Option through WCCC: 3 Credits                                                                                                    This course introduces students to basic web design using HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) and CSS (Cascading Style Sheets). The course does not require any prior knowledge of HTML or web design. Throughout the course students are introduced to planning and designing effective web pages; implementing web pages by writing HTML and CSS code; enhancing web pages with the use of page layout techniques, text formatting, graphics, images, and multimedia; and producing a functional multi-page website. Students should have a general background in using a computer, managing files, and a basic knowledge of the Internet. Students should also be able to navigate to and within a website using a web browser such as Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer, or Safari. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have a good foundation in web design using HTML and CSS and will be prepared to study more advanced web design topics.

730 SCHOOL PUBLICATIONS (YEARBOOK, NEWSPAPER, AND NEWSLETTER)     Grades 11-12      5.0 CR
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
Students in this class will create the high school yearbook (Karux), newspapers (The Karux), newsletters (The Messenger), and any other publications needed for the high school. Students will learn to use the desktop publishing software package Adobe InDesign, one of the industry standards for the field of graphic design. Students will learn the proper use of digital cameras to take many of the photos used in all of these publications. They will also learn to edit the photos in the software program Adobe Photoshop.

731 SCHOOL STORE PRACTICE      Grades 11-12      5.0 CR 
Prerequisite: Introduction to Business and Teacher Recommendation
This course is designed to give students practical experience in retail operations of the Liner's Den, the high school store. Students will be involved with ordering, stocking, and pricing the inventory. They will be responsible for market research, advertising, and selling merchandise to the students, faculty, and the community. Some events will be held outside of the school day. They will attend and work at sporting events and special sale events.

732 MANAGING ENTREPRENEURIAL VENTURES     Grades 10-12     2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: Introduction to Marketing
This semester-long course is designed to develop the skills, tools, and judgment for life as an entrepreneur. The class will focus on the process of starting and developing a successful business. Special focus will be spent on the topics of risk-taking, money investments, resource analysis, marketing, and ultimately the development of a business plan.

733 H INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES     Grades 11-12      2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: 80% or higher in CP English and 80% or higher in CP Biology
Dual Enrollment Option through Centenary: 4 Credits
Sustainability offers firms new and unique challenges and opportunities. This course examines how firms develop and implement sustainability. It introduces sustainable business as a concept and practice while providing a foundation for students. Topics include environmental reporting, the triple bottom line, developing a culture of sustainability, efficient supply-chain management, systems thinking. Case studies will focus on the need for improved business practices in energy generation, water use, and agriculture processes. As a capstone project, students will address a real-life issue related to sustainability, using a cross-national approach in discussing potential regulatory solutions. This course will only be offered during the Fall semester.

734 H SUSTAINABILITY ASSESSMENT AND REPORTING     Grades 11-12     2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: Introduction to Sustainable Practices
Dual Enrollment Option through Centenary: 4 Credits
This course will introduce students to sustainability reports and metrics in corporate, academic, and municipal settings. This course will provide a foundation for students interested in external certifications such as those offered through GRI and the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board. Topics covered include corporate social responsibility reporting, external certifications, life-cycle analysis, and materiality requirements. This course will only be offered during the Spring semester.

735 ADVANCED MEDIA AND WEB PAGE DESIGN    Grades 10-12    2.5 CR (Level: 1)
Prerequisite: Web Page Design
This course is designed for students who have had previous Web design experience. Innovative web authoring tools will be examined. Students will also look to optimize images for fast download will be addressed by using the latest software. Students will use animation, video, and multimedia to their web pages by creating interactive digital media to enhance the websites. 

850 DIGITAL MEDIA/GRAPHIC ARTS 1    Grades 9-12    2.5 CR (Level: 1)
 This course will introduce students to basic media principles and skills as well as the elements and principles of art as they pertain to graphic arts.  This is a project-based course with the use of  Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and After Effects. Projects may include but are not limited to photography collage, photographic manipulation, logo design, magazine cover design, album cover design, advertisement, and animation.

Family and Consumer Science

740 SEWING AND FASHION DESIGN     Grades 9-11     2.5 CR 
The course is designed to teach basic sewing construction, understand the use of the sewing machine, sewing tools, and equipment. Students will learn how to complete various projects as well as use basic skills to fix and improve clothing garments. Students will use their creativity to upcycle clothing and transform old clothes into new styles.

741 CULINARY ARTS I – FOOD SCIENCE      Grades 9-11      2.5 CR
Students learn essential kitchen basics that will be the foundation for great cooking skills. The first comprehensive unit includes safety, use, and location of small equipment and appliances, how to use a recipe, culinary terms, measuring equivalents and techniques, table setting, and etiquette. Students will also learn about the Dietary Guidelines, Choose My Plate Guide, and the six nutrients in order to consider healthy food choices and good nutrition. Food labs will include the preparation of different foods in the food groups, as well as learning how to work cooperatively as a group. There are helpful teacher demonstrations on skills and group cooking.

742 CULINARY ARTS II - FOOD SERVICE AND SAFETY      Grades 10-12      2.5 CR
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts I – Food Science with an 80% or higher
This course offers advanced skills in the planning and preparation of food service. Advanced cooking methods are used to create soups, sauces, salads, casseroles, and appetizers. Styles of restaurant service and menu planning are taught. Culinary Arts II is designed to create a complete foundation and understanding of Culinary Arts I leading to postsecondary education or a foodservice career with an emphasis on catering. This fundamental course begins to involve in-depth knowledge and hands-on skill mastery of culinary arts. Students will complete the ServSafe Certification as part of this course.

743 CULINARY ARTS III-FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT AND INDUSTRY  Grades 11-12  2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts II – Food Service and Safety with an 80% or higher
This course offers an in-depth look at the foodservice industry. This class will be specified for students that would
like to further their knowledge in the culinary and hospitality field. Particular focus will be towards front-of-the-house and back-of-the-house management, forecasting, menu planning, inventory, managerial accounting, marketing, and legal aspects of the restaurant industry. Students will connect with local food establishments to meet business owners and view restaurant operations.

744 INDEPENDENT LIVING     Grades 11-12     2.5 CR 
This course assists students to make good decisions and choices upon entering adulthood. The course gives students an appreciation of themselves as individuals and also family members. Active involvement helps each student look at their attitudes, self-expectations, and abilities. Students will gain skills in financial planning, career research, decision-making, and coping with peer pressure.

745 INTERIOR DESIGN     Grades 10-12     2.5 CR 
This course gives students the ability to understand and use artistic and physical elements of home design. Students will learn to recognize housing designs and roof styles. An in-depth study of the four elements of design and five principles of design will help students make appropriate selections for decorating.

746 BAKING AND PASTRY ARTS     Grades 11-12     2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts I with an 80% or higher
The course develops a solid foundation starting with principles of baking and the scientific purpose of ingredients in bake products. Techniques in baking will consist of the production of various cookies types, different cakes, and frostings, pastry and pie preparation along with a sweetbreads unit. The course provides hands-on instruction and interaction with students working collaboratively to perform tasks. The class emphasizes the importance of food taste, presentation, high-end learning techniques, food costs, problem-based learning, and industry careers.

Industrial Technology                                                                                                                                                   

750 INTRODUCTION TO WOODWORKING     Grades 9-11     2.5 CR
This course familiarizes students with the essential principles of woodworking. Topics include industrial safety, wood technology, project planning, construction procedures, proper use of hand tools, portable power tools, and basic machinery. Emphasis is placed on safety, proper technique, and shop policies for the woodworking facility. Students are required to pass a safety exam and will complete a series of projects designed to develop primary woodworking skills.

751 INTERMEDIATE WOODWORKING     Grades 10-12     5.0 CR 
Prerequisite: Introduction to Woodworking
This course is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to correctly perform woodworking operations using hand and power woodworking equipment. Instructional emphasis is placed on the safe, proper operation and care of woodworking equipment. Selection of materials, understanding woodworking processes, and the importance of design are emphasized. After the safety indoctrination and passing the required safety test, simple projects will lead to more difficult construction. Planning and construction of required projects will be the focus of much of the course. All projects started must be completed.

752 ENGINEERING GRAPHICS & INTRO TO CAD     Grades 9-11     2.5 CR 
This course is the first of a two-part sequence that prepares students for entry-level drafting positions and provides opportunities for entry into college programs in engineering, architecture, manufacturing, and other related technologies. Students learn how to read a technical drawing and how to create standard orthographic views of a three-dimensional object by using drafting equipment. Students learn essential commands in computer-aided design (CAD) software and apply technical drafting skills that architects, engineers, and construction professionals rely on to create precise 2D drawings. Students prepare design drawings useful for any field of design or real-world clients. Programs introduced include Autodesk AutoCAD. Students do not need any previous drafting or drawing experience.

753 ENGINEERING DRAWING & DESIGN     Grades 10-12     2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: Engineering Graphics & Intro to CAD
This course is the second of a three-part sequence that prepares students for entry-level drafting positions and provides opportunities for entry into college programs in engineering, architecture, manufacturing, and other related technologies. Students produce detailed drawings and technical illustrations from the sketches and ideas conceived by design professionals. Students begin drawing in two dimensions and then apply the development of skill in geometric construction and multi-view drawing with dimensions according to the industry standards. Students will be introduced to three-dimensional drawing software and the use of 3D printers in this course. Programs introduced include Autodesk AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.

754 SMALL GAS ENGINES     Grades 9-11     2.5 CR
Prerequisite: Algebra 1 or higher
This course is designed to teach students the basic systems, mechanical theory, and operation of small internal combustion engines. Automotive hand tools are identified with an emphasis on care and safety. The focus of the course centers on the disassembly, reassembly, troubleshooting, and tuning of small gasoline engines. This is an introductory course to System Maintenance and Advances Mechanics.

755 BASIC CAR CARE     Grades 9-11     2.5 CR 
Note: Students who are presently in or have completed System Maintenance and/or Advanced Mechanics are not eligible for this course.
This course is designed to help students understand the full extent of the costs of driving and maintaining a vehicle. It will provide the basic information needed to make economic decisions and take preventative measures that will enable a student to become an educated automotive consumer. Class discussions and lab activities will provide fundamental knowledge that pertains to owning and maintaining an automobile.

756 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE     Grades 10-12     5.0 CR 
Prerequisite: Small Gas Engines
Students will become familiar with vehicle maintenance and the understanding of basic vehicle systems, including lubrication, cooling, exhaust, basic electricity, braking, steering, and suspension. Practical work will include changing and repairing tires, checking air pressure, oil changes, greasing, coolant maintenance, battery service, tune-up, and exterior/interior detailing. Emphasis will be on vocabulary, parts identification, and practical work. The course will give all level students an opportunity to become familiar with vehicle maintenance.

757 ADVANCED MECHANICS     Grades 11-12     5.0 CR 
Prerequisite: System Maintenance
Students will study the theory of mechanical systems. Students will perform practical work involving continued auto maintenance, individualized projects, and extensive repair jobs. Students will also engage in repairing and troubleshooting on a variety of machine applications. Students will utilize knowledge of system theory, problem-solving skills, and independent (team) research to complete a mechanical assignment. This course will also include the utilization of metalworking tools, as well as basic auto body repair and welding principles.

758 H INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING     Grade 11-12      2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: H Algebra 1 or higher (can be taken concurrently)
This course will provide an overview of the history of engineering as well as a survey of engineering career fields (bioengineering, civil, electrical, environmental, and mechanical). Each career field will be examined for the required training and potential workplace skills needed in order to be successful. Students will be using the engineering design process to think critically and develop solutions to problems found in the field of engineering. This introductory course is intended for students who wish to pursue a career in the field of engineering. This course will place rigorous demands upon student’s study skills and work ethic in completing homework/projects.

759 H ENGINEERING DESIGN     Grades 10-11     2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: H Introduction to Engineering
This course is the second of a sequence that prepares students for entry into college programs in engineering, architecture, manufacturing, and other related technologies. This course will continue applying the engineering design principles in the design of technical products and apply their knowledge to solve real-world problems in the major engineering fields. Students will design and build a Rube Goldberg machine based on mechanical advantage. Students will also design a device using various mechanisms that have the ability to maneuver through an obstacle course. Students will also learn various engineering principles associated with electrical and fluid power systems.

768 H INTRODUCTION TO ROBOTICS     Grade 9-10     2.5 CR 
This course is an introduction to the world of robotics. Students will learn about tools and basic problem solving to simulate a real-life Urban Search and Rescue scenario. Students will build its robot and arm mechanism that can remotely operate the robot, which should be capable of locating, grabbing, and moving simulated objects on the challenge course. This remotely operated vehicle (ROV) must traverse the course, locate the objects, secure them, and properly dispose of them. Robots will be entirely driver-controlled thru the use of a joystick with the assistance of a video camera. A large portion of the grade entails being able to problem-solve on a team basis.

Informational Technology                                                                                                                                             

760 AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A     Grades 11-12     5.0 CR                                                                          Prerequisite: H Intermediate Programming
Dual Enrollment Option through WCCC: 3 Credits
This course will prepare students to take the Advanced Placement Computer Science exam in Java. It is assumed that the students have already had a good grounding in programming terminology and theory. This course will expand upon this foundation and introduce the students to advanced programming concepts such as encapsulation, instantiation, classes, objects created from classes, constructors, member functions, and other related topics.

761 CP INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING     Grades 9-11     2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: CP Algebra 1 or higher (can be taken concurrently)
This course will introduce students to the world of computer science and computer programming via the higher-level language Python and the Carnegie Mellon Computer Science Academy. The CMU CS Academy uses Python Programming, Graphics, and Animations and is a Browser-Based Environment. Students will write programs utilizing algorithmic development, graphics, i/o procedures, conditional statements (both simple and complex), looping structures, functions, methods and learn the classes of problems each of the above constructs is utilized to solve. Upon completing this course, students will have an understanding of the arithmetic, comparison, and logical operators of Python, be familiar with “if-else-if”, “for” programmed loop structures, and understand the difference among syntax, run-time, and logic errors

762 H INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING     Grades 9-12     2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: CP Algebra 1 or higher (can be taken concurrently)
This course will introduce students to the world of computer science and computer programming via the higher-level language Python and the Carnegie Mellon Computer Science Academy. The CMU CS Academy uses Python Programming, Graphics, and Animations and is a Browser-Based Environment. Students will learn computing terminology, concepts, and techniques. Students will write programs utilizing algorithmic development, graphics, i/o procedures, conditional statements (both simple and complex), looping structures, functions, methods and learn the classes of problems each of the above constructs is utilized to solve. Upon completing this course, students will have an understanding of the arithmetic, comparison, and logical operators of Python, be familiar with “if-else-if”, “for” programmed loop structures, and understand the difference among syntax, run-time, and logic errors. Students are required to also complete challenge problems for each unit.

763 H INTERMEDIATE PROGRAMMING     Grades 9-12     2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: CP or H Introduction to Programming
This course will continue the study of computer science and programming via the high-level language Python that was started in Introduction to Programming. They will transition from the CMU CS Academy course to an introduction to JAVA to prepare them to take the AP Computer Science A course. Upon completing this course, students will have an understanding of local vs global variables and random values of Python. They will be familiar with “nested loops”: both “for” and “while” loop structures, understand the difference among syntax, run-time, and logic errors for Java. Additional topics that may be covered, depending upon time constraints, are the concatenation of strings, structured programming techniques (ex. subroutines and functions), arrays (single and multi-dimensioned), graphics, and text files.

764 H INTRODUCTION TO CYBER, IT AND NETWORKING     Grades 9-11     2.5 CR 
Prerequisite: CP Algebra 1 or higher
The course is designed for students who are interested in exploring careers in Cybersecurity. The focus of instruction will include the implementation and monitoring of security on network and computer systems. Students will investigate strategies to identify and protect against security threats such as hackers, eavesdropping and network attacks. The basics of cryptography and logic reasoning will be explored. Hands-on labs in a cyber range provide practice in the configuration and mitigation of system vulnerabilities. Each unit integrates current events and related cyber ethics and law. *Ethics agreement must be signed by all students and parents during the first 2 weeks of class.

765 H COMPUTER NETWORKING AND CYBERSECURITY - CISCO I     Grades 10-12     5.0 CR 
Prerequisite: H Introduction to Cyber, IT and Networking
This course is part one in a three-part industry certification class the CCNA(Cisco Certified Network Associate). Students will learn to set up a personal computer system, including the operating system, interface cards, and peripheral devices. They will plan and install a small network connecting it to the Internet. They will troubleshoot network and Internet connectivity as well as share resources such as files and printers among multiple computers. Students will also be able to recognize and mitigate security threats to a home network and configure an integrated wireless access point and wireless client.

766 H COMPUTER NETWORKING AND CYBERSECURITY - CISCO II     Grades 10-12     5.0 CR
Prerequisite: H Computer Networking and Cyber Security – CISCO I
This course is part two in a three-part industry certification class the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate). Students will develop an understanding of the structure of the Internet and how communication occurs between hosts. The course covers these topics: Basic Device Configuration, Switching Concepts, VLANs, Inter-VLAN Routing, STP, Etherchannel, DHCPv4, SLAAC, and DHCPv6 Concepts, FHRP Concepts, LAN Security Concepts, Switch Security Configuration, WLAN Concepts, WLAN Configuration, Routing Concepts, IP Static Routing, Troubleshoot Static and Default Routes. On completion of this course, students can request to complete an Independent Study for part three of the CCNA certification.

767 AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES     Grades 10-12     5.0 CR
Prerequisite: CP or H Introduction to Programming and Teacher Recommendation
The AP Computer Science Principles course is the equivalent of a college introductory computing class. Students will develop computational thinking skills in order to analyze data to determine trends. A special focus is paid to the creative aspects of computer science in permitting the creation of artifacts of their choice. Students will further develop communication and collaborative skills in order to problem solve and create solutions to real-world problems.

H CYBERSECURITY II          Grades 9-11    2.5 CR (Level: 2)
Prerequisite: H Introduction to Cyber, IT, and Networking 
The course is second in a series designed for students who are interested in exploring careers in, and the foundations of Cybersecurity. Building on the concepts from Introduction to Cybersecurity, instruction will focus on vulnerabilities found in digital systems and methods to implement defense. Students will apply tools to identify vectors of attack and ways to mitigate vulnerabilities. Advanced forms of cryptography will be explored along with the role they play in securing remote transactions. Hands-on labs executed in a cyber range provide practice in the configuration and mitigation of system vulnerabilities. Each unit integrates current events with cyber ethics and law. *Ethics agreement must be signed by all students and parents during the first 2 weeks of class.

COMPUTER SCIENCE DISCOVERIES    GR 9-12                                    2.5 CR (Level: 1)
Computer Science Discoveries is an introductory computer science course. Mapped to CSTA standards, the course takes a wide lens on computer science by covering topics such as problem-solving, programming, physical computing, user-centered design, and data, while inspiring students as they build their own websites, apps, animations, games, and physical computing systems.