Career and Technical Electives
2008-2009
BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION CLUSTER:
PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS AND MARKETING - Students explore the roles of business and marketing in a free enterprise system and the global economy. They study how the American economy operates and prepares to make decisions as consumers, wage earners, and citizens.
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KEYBOARDING APPLICATIONS - Students develop or refine touch skills for entering alphabetic, numeric, and symbol information on a keyboard. Students apply keyboarding skills to produce a variety of personal, educational, and business documents.
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OFFICE ADMINISTRATION I - Office Administration I places emphasis on the development of production typewriting and communication skills and touch operation of ten-key calculating machines along with business mathematics applications. Instruction includes word-processing, records management, office careers orientation, and development of job-seeking and other personal skills Prerequisite: Keyboarding
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ACCOUNTING - Students study the basic principles, concepts, and practices of the accounting cycle. Students learn fundamental accounting procedures using a manual and electronic system. Pre-requisite: Keyboarding is recommended
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ADVANCED ACCOUNTING - Students gain in-depth knowledge of accounting procedures and techniques utilized in solving business problems and making financial decisions. They use the calculator, computer and accounting software with emphasis on electronic spreadsheets to analyze and interpret business applications. Pre-requisite: Accounting (Articulation with PVCC is possible for interested students)
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OFFICE SPECIALIST I, II, III – This course is designed for Special Needs Students. Students develop skills in areas including keyboarding, word processing, office procedures, and records management. If a student needs a fourth year, simulated activities in the areas of: word processing, spreadsheets, databases, telecommunications, desktop publishing, and records management are given. (open to specific targets populations only)
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CLUSTER:
DESIGN, MULTIMEDIA AND WEB TECHNOLOGIES - Students develop proficiency in creating desktop publications, multimedia presentations/projects, and web sites using industry standard application software. Students incorporate principles of layout and design in completing publications and projects. Students design portfolios that may include business cards, newsletters, mini-pages, web pages, multimedia presentation/projects, calendars, and graphics. Pre-requisites: Keyboarding Applications
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ADVANCED COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS - Students apply problem solving skills to real-life situations through advanced integrated software applications. Students work individually and in groups to explore advanced computer maintenance activities. Pre-requisite: Computer Information Systems.
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COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS - Students will apply problem-solving skills to real-life situations through word processing, spreadsheets, and database software, and through integrated software activities. Pre-requisite: Keyboarding, Open to 10th ,11th 12th grade.
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ADVANCED DESIGN, MULTIMEDIA AND WEB TECHNOLOGIES - Students develop advanced skill in creating interactive media, web sites, and publications for print and electronic distribution. Students work with sophisticated hardware and software, applying skills learned to real-world projects. Pre-requisite: Design, Multimedia, and Web Technologies
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MARKETING, SALES AND SERVICES:
FUNDAMENTALS OF MARKETING - This course will help students gain a basic understanding of marketing and its importance and develop fundamental social, economic, mathematics, marketing, job search, and occupational decision-making skills necessary for successful employment in retail, wholesale, or service businesses.
HEALTH SCIENCES CLUSTER:
INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH and MEDICAL SCIENCES - This class will provide the student with information necessary for basic entry-level knowledge and skills required for a variety of health occupations. Students will obtain core knowledge and skills that can be used in different health delivery systems.
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NURSE AIDE 1 - This one period, one semester course teaches the care of older patients with emphasis on the social, emotional, and spiritual needs. It covers procedures; communication and interpersonal relations; observations, charting and reporting; safety and infections control; anatomy and physiology; personal care, nutrition and patient feeding; death and dying. Classroom instruction. Grades 11-12. Student is required to purchase a uniform and take a TB test.
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NURSE AIDE II - This one semester, two period course is a continuation of Nurse Aide 1. Students will receive hands-on instruction and will spend time working with patients in a local nursing home. Pre-requisite: Nurse Aide 1. Grade 12. Student is required to purchase a uniform and take a TB test.
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MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY - This course is designed to help students learn health care language and is presented in logical order, beginning with each body system's anatomy and physiology and progressing through pathology, diagnostic procedures, therapeutic intervention, and finally pharmacology concepts. Terms and abbreviations for a topic are also presented to the student. Grades 10 - 12.
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ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION CLUSTER:
BASIC CARPENTRY I - Students enrolled in this program will learn fundamental skills associated with layout, framing, and construction materials and install wooden products. Grades 10 or 11.
ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING/DESIGN - Students learn the principles of architecture and increase understanding of working drawings and construction techniques learned in the prerequisite course. Experiences include residential and commercial building designs, rendering, model making structural details, and community planning. Students use computer aided drawing and design (CAD) equipment and established standards or codes to prepare models for presentations. The course provides information helpful for the homeowner and is especially beneficial to the future architect, interior designer, or home builder. Prerequisite: Technical Drawing/Design. Grades 10, 11, 12
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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATH CLUSTER:
TECHNICAL DRAWING/DESIGN - In this foundation course students learn the basic language of technical design and they design, sketch, and make technical drawings, models, or prototypes of real design problems. The course is especially recommended for future engineering and architecture students. Grades 9, 10, 11
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INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN - Using computer modeling software, students learn the design process. They solve design problems as they develop, create, and analyze product models. Pre-requisite: Algebra 1. Grades 9-12.
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PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING - Students explore technology systems and engineering processes to find out how math, science and technology help people. Pre-requisite: Introduction to Engineering Design. Grades 10, 11, & 12.
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COMPUTER INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING (CIM) - Using 3-dimensional model, students employ automation, control systems, sensing devices, computer programming, and robotics to efficiently mass produce a product. Trouble-shooting is emphasized throughout the course. Pre-requisite: Introduction to Engineering Design and Principles of Engineering. Grades 11 & 12.
ARTS, AUDIO/VIDEO TECH/COMMUNICATIONS CLUSTER:
TELEVISION PRODUCTION I - An introductory course designed for students interested in Broadcast Communications. Students will gain experience and skill necessary to function individually or in groups as a crew member in a television studio. Students learn to operate equipment such as TV cameras, video tape recorders, microphones, audio mixers, and audio/video editing systems. They practice skills related to production, direction, and scripting of programs. Students also study control room procedures and responsibilities. Grades 10, 11, 12.
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TELEVISION PRODUCTION II - An advanced course in television production focuses on even more creative telecommunications activities. Students will make presentations involving special effects, electronic graphics, computer editing and producing/directing original programming. This course will provide an opportunity to develop writing skills in the variety of formats used in broadcasting. Individuals and groups will write their own news, weather, sports, editorials, and commercials. Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
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TELEVISION PRODUCTION III - Intended for the third year telecommunication students, this course is designed to allow serious students of telecommunication an outlet for sharing their skills. Students will continue to develop writing and camera skills for broadcasting using a variety of formats. Students will typically work independently in this class writing, filming and editing their own weekly segments for school broadcast. In addition, students will be expected to complete a major project as approved by the instructor. Pre-requisite: Teacher recommendation. Grade 12.
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EDUCATION AND TRAINING CLUSTER:
EFE I - This course is designed for Special Needs Students. Students explore independent living and workplace skills by identifying individual assets, interests, aptitudes, talents, and current occupational abilities. Through practical experience related to daily living and work, students determine strategies to improve their assets and ways to emphasize their strength at home, school, and in the workplace. (9082) This course maybe offered to 9th grade students during the second semester.
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EFE II - This course is designed for Special Needs Students. Students begin to make the transition from school to work by gaining technical skills, conducting a job search, and maintaining successful employment by demonstrating positive work traits and attitudes and continuing to develop. (9086) This course maybe offered to 10th grade students.
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EFE Cooperative Education I - 11th grade students who have successfully completed EFE I and EFE II may select this course for 1 or 2 periods per semester. Students receive community-based instruction organized around an approved job that leads toward their career goal. The teacher-coordinator, on the job training sponsor, parent and student develop an individualized training plan that identifies learning experiences according to the student's occupational objective. Pre-requisite: Teacher recommendation. C average in EFE II and may be one period only.
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EFE Cooperative Education II - 12th grade students who have successfully completed EFE I, EFE II, and EFE Coop I. Students receive community-based instruction organized around an approved job that leads toward their career goal. The teacher-coordinator, on the job training sponsor, parent and student develop an individualized training plan that identifies learning experiences according to the student's occupational objective. Students may enroll in this experience for up to 4 periods per semester depending upon their needs for graduation. Pre-requisite: Successful completion of EFE Coop II.
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INTERNSHIP - This program is designed to support seniors' long-range education and career goals. This program provides the opportunity to experience "first-hand" a particular career or career field by interning with professionals in the community. Students enhance their academic and technical skills as well as become more informed about certain career field expectations and requirements before entering college and/or the workforce. Typical internships can be developed in areas of medicine, architecture, law, television production, law enforcement, journalism, finance, accounting, veterinary medicine, business management, computer technology, engineering, and many more. All students complete the application packet. See your guidance counselor for more information.
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TEACHER CADET - This is a course for students who want to learn more about teaching as a profession. The course begins with readings and discussions about the development of human personality, human growth and development, and education as an institution. Teacher cadets spend time observing teachers in neighboring schools. Students then work under the guidance of a facilitating teacher-mentor to assist students individually and in small groups, aid the classroom teacher, and teach mini-units within the assigned class. 11th and 12th grade.
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TEACHER CADET INDEPENDENT STUDY - Students will continue their study of teaching as a profession. Part of the course will involve research and part will involve practice in a classroom setting. Prerequisite: Teacher cadet class listed above AND course instructor approval.
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SGA Leadership I ,II, III, IV-This class is designed to help create student leaders for today as well as community leaders for tomorrow. Students will develop interpersonal skills that will stay with them for life. Activities will allow students to practice leadership skills including public speaking, team building, decision making, goal setting, and organizations skills. In addition to developing leadership skills, students will organize school activities such as homecoming, pep rallies, and FLUCO FEST. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation from one of the instructors.
LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS & SAFETY CLUSTER:
CRIMINAL JUSTICE I - This course will present an overview of the United States criminal justice system. Focus will be on the principles of today’s criminal justice system with a special emphasis on law enforcement, the judiciary and the correctional facilities. Grade 10, 11, 12. (Potential for Dual Enrollment Credits with passage of the PVCC assessment test. (3 transferable ADJ 100 credits to Radford, VCU, JMU or 3 articulated credits w/ PVCC depending upon course grade).
HOSPITALITY & TOURISM CLUSTER:
CULINARY ARTS I - This one semester, one period course is designed to teach students in the basic competency areas associated with culinary arts and the food service industry. Grade 11-12.
CULINARY ARTS II - This one semester course is the second in the two-year sequence consisting of a curriculum that will enable students to gain advanced level knowledge and skill pertaining to food preparation and production as well as food service management and operations. Prerequisite: Culinary Arts I Grade 12.
LIFE MANAGEMENT SKILLS:
INDEPENDENT LIVING - This course is designed for Special Needs Students. This class will teach students working towards a Modified Standard Diploma in a “how to format “consisting of sewing, laundry, nutrition, meal planning and cooking and cleaning.
DUAL ENROLLMENT OPPORTUNITY AT J. SARGEANT REYNOLDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION AND LOGISTICS CLUSTER:
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY - This curriculum is designed to meet the need for trained automotive mechanics in all areas of the automotive industry. The program will provide students with experiences in the maintenance and repair of a wide variety of automobiles, as well as light to medium duty truck. Program graduates will receive instruction in the basic skills and sufficient hands-on experience to be able to apply that learning to practical everyday shop situation. Juniors and seniors may apply to this program. Students will be transported to the Goochland campus for morning classes and return to the high school for afternoon classes. Students will earn ONE (1) high school credit for each 6-semester hours of college credit earned. 11th & 12th grade Prerequisite: Completion of JSReynolds application, completion of Compass Assessment Testing, and Dual Enrollment Agreement.
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CHARLOTTESVILLE/ALBEMARLE TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER
CATEC operates with a very special purpose in mind – to provide young people and adults in the community an opportunity to prepare for successful careers or update existing skills. CATEC offers students at all ability levels challenging programs designed to respond to the community’s employment needs. Students may choose to seek employment upon graduation and/or to continue their formal education through apprenticeship programs or advanced study at technical institutes, community colleges, and universities. Unless otherwise noted, students enrolled in programs at CATEC will spend two periods a day at the center. Student and parent must sign a contract prior to enrollment. Fluvanna County High School and the Fluvanna County School Board reserves the right to seek reimbursement from the parents of any student who does not successfully complete the coursework and the expectations for attendance in any course that the student has chosen to enroll in. An application is required and space is limited. Enrollment is limited to juniors and seniors. Students will be transported to and from Charlottesville by school bus for the morning classes. Prerequisite: Completion of CATEC application and acceptance by CATEC into the program in addition to completion of a CATEC agreement.
Students may be admitted to the center if they meet the following criteria:
1. Attend Charlottesville, Albemarle, Western Albemarle, Monticello, and Murray High Schools;
2. Have parental permission; and
3. Make application through their school guidance counselors and meet requirements for admission to programs;
4. Attend Fluvanna High School and meet the above requirements, and space is available.
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
Students wanting to enroll in CATEC programs must complete an Application for Enrollment. Applications are available through the guidance office. Students should return completed applications to their guidance counselors who will, in turn, forward the applications to CATEC. Since class sizes at CATEC are limited, CATEC will review the applications and select students based upon the following:
I. For programs with fewer numbers of applicants than openings,students will be accepted provided they meet any listed prerequisites.
disciplinary record
grades
grade level
age
II. Final selection for each program will then be based upon a variety of factors, including the above information, the number of enrollments from each school and the total enrollments from each school
division.
III. Current CATEC students who wish to return to complete their programs or desire to enter a new program must obtain a grade level of “C” or higher and receive a recommendation from their instructors to return.
CATEC Programs — Students receive comprehensive instruction using facilities and equipment that simulate professional environments in every detail. The instructors, who are industry and state certified, have significant experience in the various fields, and offer training in the following areas: Fluvanna students receive two credits for each course unless noted otherwise.
ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION CLUSTER:
Electrical Residential I
Prerequisites: Manual dexterity, good mathematics background, discrimination of colors, and mechanical aptitude.
*Minimum age = 16 (due to power equipment used in the program and the nature of the work)
This course involves the development of the technical knowledge and skill necessary to successfully install and maintain electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings. A study of the basic principles of electricity is included. Laboratory experiences include electrical wiring installations. Skillful eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity are necessary for this course.
Construction Residential I
Prerequisite: Knowledge of fractions and measurement.
Instruction covers a range of construction systems to include site development, floor systems, wall systems, roofing, plumbing, electrical, windows and doors, and finishing. Students in Year II form their own construction company and actually build a 3 bedroom, 1250 square foot house fro ground up to include finish trim and cabinet installation.
Masonry I
Students who have good manual dexterity, like working outdoors, are in good health, and have a sense of proportion may find masonry the career for them. Masonry II builds upon the fundamental principles of bricklaying, and continues the skills taught in Masonry I/Bricklaying. Instruction and experience in the construction of walls, foundations and chimneys are included. Hands-on learning includes opportunities in building various community-related projects.
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATH CLUSTER:
Computer Aided Drafting and Design (A.M.) at PVCC. 2 Elective credits. Grade 12.
Early class 8:15-10:05 on Tuesday and Thursday - students must provide own transport. Pre-requisite: B or above in Technical Drawing, B or above in either Engineering Drawing and Design or Architectural Drawing and Design, and High School Drafting Instructor's letter of recommendationComputer Aided Drafting and Design (A.M.) – at PVCC
Early class 8:15-10:05 on Tuesday and Thursday– Students must provide their own transportation
Pre-requisites: B or better in Technical Drawing, B or better in either Engineering Drawing and Design or Architectural Drawing and Design and High School Drafting Instructor’s letter of recommendation.
Advanced dual enrollment credit course taught at and by PVCC. This technology is the foundation for careers in engineering, design technology, machine drawing and animation. Students receive 6 dual enrollment ( ARC 121 and DRF 140) and potentially 6 articulated credits w/ PVCC for high school classes taken. These credits may be applied towards the PVCC Mechanical Engineering Technology (AAS degree program with a specialty in Computer Aided Drafting and Design.
HUMAN SERVICES CLUSTER:
Cosmetology I, II
Prerequisites: C or better in Biology + Entrance Test & Interview
Two years of instruction provide students theory and hands-on experience in hair design, chemical treatment, manicuring and other salon services. Upon successful completion of the program, students may take the licensing exam. A good eye for color and a strong science background are recommended.
Note: Prior to acceptance into the program, students are required to visit CATEC to observe the lab, interview with the instructor, and complete a short entrance exam.
Note: There is a significant cost involved with this class. Students must pay approximately $175.00 for a supply kit.
Barbering
Prerequisite – C or better in Biology
The instruction provides students theory and hands-on experience in hair cutting and design, chemical treatment, and other barbering services.
HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM CLUSTER:
Culinary Arts
Prerequisite: Algebra I
ARTS, AUDIO TECH, ANC COMMUNICATIONS CLUSTER:
Music Technology
Working in conjunction with the Music Resource Center, this course is designed to provide in-depth instruction on music industry elements such as composition, recording systems, mixing and processing techniques, and live sound. Students will also be exposed to musical theory, computer use, and instrument understanding and function. Projects will include recording of instruments and arranging recording tracks on an album, including, but not limited to, the arrangement of multiple microphones, use of synthesizers, applying compression and equalization, and amplifying sound.
TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, AND LOGISTICS CLUSTER:
Auto Body Technology I
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I, good eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity and physical strength and stamina. Strong academic and mechanical aptitude is also required.
Students in this program are prepared for careers in this field using the latest technologies and state of the art equipment. Students will gain knowledge of classroom and shop experience by working on vehicles. Students will become familiar with the latest finishes, from single-stage to multi-stage finishes.
HEALTH SCIENCE CLUSTER:
Emergency Medical Technician & Firefighting
Prerequisite: Must be at least 16 years or older by the start of school and in 11th and 12th grade academically. Cumulative GPA 2.0.
Firefighter I introduces students to the exciting career of Fire Fighting. Students will learn both theoretical concepts and practical application of fire suppression, fire science management, fire prevention techniques, arson investigation and mitigation of hazardous material accidents. EMT-B provides the students with training in the daily routine of dealing with crisis, trauma, hazardous materials illness, injuries, and the training to handle mass causality situations, disaster management and terrorism awareness.
NURSE AIDE
This fast-paced program begins with a discussion of nursing theory and study of science. Once students have the theory completed, they learn to care for other in the lab and clinical setting. Students will learn how their knowledge base, work ethics, documentation, and critical thinking skills assist in the proper care and management of another person.
PHARMACY TECH – PM (Students must provide their own transportation)
Prerequisite: C or better in Biology
This one-year program will prepare students to perform all the tasks of a pharmacy technician. These tasks include assisting the licensed pharmacist with serving patients, ordering, stocking and packaging prescription and over-the-county medications. Students also study safety procedures, medication and inventory control, maintaining records, preparing labels, and processing insurance claims.
DENTAL ASSISTANT - PM (Students must provide their own transportation)
Prerequisite: C or better in Biology
This one-year program prepares students to perform all the tasks of a Dental Assistant. These include exposing, processing, and mounting x-rays, preparing materials for various procedures, including impressions, removing sutures, placing topical anesthetics, and making diagnostic study models for alginate impressions. This program will give students a foundation to pursue a Dental Hygienist post-secondary degree through a two or four-year college.
AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND NATURAL RESOURCES CLUSTER:
Horticulture Sciences/Landscape Design - PM (Students will have to provide their own transportation)
The purpose of this program is to instruct students in the principles of horticulture and landscape design. The knowledge of these principles will prepare them for work in the landscaping industry. Instructions cover a wide array of horticultural issues, including plant anatomy, plant identification and landscape design, installation and maintenance.
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