| AUTOMOTIVE
TECHNOLOGY I |
60110 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
10 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Career Academy Approval |
| CREDIT: |
1
(Single period) |
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Transportation Technology is an entry level course on transportation systems
and careers available. Students are exposed to automotive system fundamentals,
and shop practice procedures. Among the topics taught in engine operating
principles, engine performance, electrical/electronic systems, brakes,
suspension, and steering systems.
Transportation Technology is a prerequisite
for advanced level classes. The class is open to both male and female students. |
| ADVANCED AUTO TECHNOLOGY |
61110 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
11 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Auto
Technology I |
| CREDIT: |
2
(Double period) |
- COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Advanced
Automotive Technology Lab offers students in-depth study of automotive
electrical/electronic and suspension systems. Among the topics taught in the
course are: general electrical system diagnosis, battery theory and testing,
starting system, charging system, lighting system, and accessory system, front
and rear suspension system diagnosis service, and repair. Expensive lab time is
spent on diagnosing and servicing live vehicles. The students have the
opportunity of job shadowing and internships at a manufacturer’s dealership or independent
repair facility. This course prepares students to make a successful transition
from school to work or continued training in the automotive field.
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| ADVANCED AUTO
TECHNOLOGY II |
61120 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
12 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Advanced
Auto Technology I |
| CREDIT: |
2
(Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Advanced
Automotive Technology Lab offers students in-depth study of automotive
steering, brakes, and engine performance. Among the topics taught are: disc and
drum brake diagnosis and repair, hydraulic system diagnosis and repair,
anti-lock brake systems, steering system diagnosis and repair, wheel alignment,
general engine diagnosis, computerized engine controls, and related engine diagnosing
and repair. Extensive lab time is spent on diagnosing and servicing live
vehicles. The students have the opportunity of a co-op training experience at a
manufacturer’s dealership or independent repair facility. This course prepares
students to make a successful transition from school to work or continue
training in the automotive field. |
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| FAMILY / CONSUMER SCIENCE |
81510 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
10 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Career Academy Approval |
| CREDIT: |
1
(Single period) |
| COURSE
DESCRIPTION: This
course is designed to introduce students to careers in the field of child care.
This course provides students an opportunity to gain knowledge and
understanding of the responsibilities and tasks involved in caring for
children. This course provides in-depth study in human development, birth
defects, social community services, and family life education, as well as, the
careers related to each area. |
| ADVANCED CHILD CARE AND DEVELOPMENT |
I85310 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
11 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Family / Consumer Science |
| CREDIT: |
2
(Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:This course consists of on-site
laboratory education accompanied by observation techniques. The course is
divided into two major areas: the theory class and the practicum in which
students work with community pre-school children in the school-based lab. The
theory component focuses on the development of children in all areas-physical,
cognitive, social, and emotional—from conception to age six. Emphasis is placed
on the effect the child’s environment has on development—health, safety, food,
and clothing. Students learn to understand children’s behavior, cope with and
solve common problems, and utilize alternatives to problem solving. Information
related to child care careers is incorporated throughout the course. |
| ADVANCED CHILD CARE AND DEVELOPMENT II |
- 85320
|
| GRADES OFFERED: |
12 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Advanced
Child Care I |
| CREDIT: |
2(or
1 credit if taken in conjunction with F.A.C.S work program) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course continues the
format of the Advanced Child Care and Development I class which includes both theory
and practicum aspects. Students plan children’s program models, goals,
objectives and teaching strategies. They are given opportunities to plan and
implement various activities with the preschoolers in the on-site practicum
program. Emphasis is placed on administration and supervision skills of child
care facilities including state and local regulations. Students work to earn
the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential. Opportunities for membership
in professional organization are provided. Tours, job shadowing, and visits to
child care facilities are made available. |
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| DRAFTING
ORIENTATION |
62510 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
10 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Career Academy Approval |
| CREDIT: |
1
(Single period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION: An
introduction to computer aided drafting (CAD). The student will learn the basic
operation of a CAD system. Drawing commands as line, arC, circle; editing
commands as erase, trim, copy move; display commands as zoom will be covered.
Students will be able to output a drawing to a drafting plotter and print.
Development of drafting techniques, geometric construction, orthographic
projection (3 view drawing representation) and identification and construction
of sectional views. |
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| ELECTRONICS I |
60810 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
10 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Career Academy Approval |
| CREDIT: |
1
(Single period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION: Learn the
theoretical, conceptual, and mathematical aspects of Direct Current and
Alternating Current circuitry and components. The course will include hands-on
experience in basic analog electronic circuit construction, testing and
troubleshooting, along with electronic circuit integration, packaging and
project construction. Also including, will be a training session in basic
soldering theory, applications, hands-on skills in high reliability thru-hole
soldering, and rework and repair of single and double sided printed circuit
boards. Students completing this training session will be awarded an industry
based certification. |
| DVANCED ELECTRONICS I |
62410 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
11 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Electronics 1 |
| CREDIT: |
2
(Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION: Learn the
theoretical, conceptual and mathematical aspects of Solid State circuits and basic
Digital electronics. The course will include hands-on experience in advanced
analog and basic logic circuit construction, testing and troubleshooting,
electronic circuit integration, packaging and project construction; and
training in basic personal computer repair and maintenance. Also included, will
be a training session in the soldering and extraction of Surface Mounted
Technology (SMT) component, and nondestructive SMT circuit board rework and
repair. This training session will also emphasize protection standards used in
industry to avoid circuit damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Students
completing this training session will be awarded an industry based
certification. |
| ADVANCED ELECTRONICS II |
62420 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
12 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Advanced
Electronics I |
| CREDITS: |
2 (Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION: Learn the
theoretical, conceptual, and mathematical aspects of advance Digital
electronics. The course will include hand-on experience in advance logic
circuit construction, testing and troubleshooting; logic circuit integration,
packaging and project construction; and training in advance personal computer
repair and maintenance. Completion of the training in basic and advanced
personal computer repair and maintenance will prepare students for the industry
based “A+” certification examination. |
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| CULINARY ARTS I |
80110
|
| GRADES OFFERED: |
10 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Career Academy approval |
| CREDIT: |
1 (Single period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This
course is designed to provide students interested in a career in foodservice
with laboratory experiences and information needed for developing job related
skills. The students receive laboratory experiences using commercial and
residential food service equipment, preparing food in quantity and serving
food. Additionally, students will develop an understanding of nutrition and the
important role it plays in maintaining good health. Safety and sanitation, are
emphasized. Throughout this course, vocational skills, transition skills, and
employability skills are integrated. |
| ADVANCED CULINARY ARTS I |
80510 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
11 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Culinary
Arts 1 |
| CREDIT: |
2 (Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This
course continues the learning in Foodservice 1 through an in – school food
service laboratory. More emphasis is placed on management skills, human
relations, personal selection and supervision. Training experiences involve
equipment and facilities that simulate those found in business and industry.
This course will provide information for the student about the sanitation exams
offered by the National Restaurant Association and the State of Illinois.
Juniors will complete in the C-Cap competition. The Pro-Start 1 curriculum will
be followed. |
| ADVANCED CULINARY ARTS II |
80520 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
12 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Advanced Culinary Arts I |
| CREDIT: |
2 (Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This
course is designed to provide students with information and practical
experiences needed for the development of job related competencies. The
students will be provided with laboratory experiences using commercial
equipment, preparing food in quantity, serving food to the public. Training
will be provided in the school lunch and through catering experiences. Seniors
will compete in the C-Cap and the Pro-Start competitions for scholarships. The
Pro-Start II curriculum will be followed. |
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| GRAPHIC
COMMUNICATIONS I |
68810 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
10 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Career Academy approval |
| CREDIT: |
1
(Single period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Participate in class activities through hands-on applications to become
acquainted with the printing and publishing industries. Focus on the
photo-offset lithographic process as you cover areas such as computer
composition, lithographic photography, and press operation. |
| ADVANCED GRAPHIC
COMMUNICATIONS I |
69210 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
11 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Graphic
Communications I |
| CREDIT: |
2
(Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Utilize
the skills acquired in Graphic Communications I in a printing production environment.
Gain experience by working on actual printing production projects. Emphasis is
on developing a specific area – computer composition, camera, press operation,
etc. – to provide you with a marketable skill. |
| ADVANCED
GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS II |
- 69220
|
| GRADES OFFERED: |
12 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Advanced
Graphic Communications I |
| CREDIT: |
2
(Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Continue
the focus of Advanced Graphics Communications I with emphasis on developing leadership abilities
as a group leader in a particular skill area. Use computer scheduling
technology to efficiently produce printed projects. |
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| MACHINE SHOP I |
61310 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
10 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Career Academy approval |
| CREDIT: |
1
(Single period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Exploration of machine tools and accessories. Develop
measurement skills in inches and fractions and angles. Use of bench tool-scale,
square, center punch, scriber, hacksaw; file, also use of lathe, mill, drill
press power saw, and introduction to CNC. |
| ADVANCED
MACHINE SHOP I |
- 63910
|
| GRADES OFFERED: |
11 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Machine Shop I |
| CREDIT: |
2 (Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Development of precision measurement skill to thousandths of an inch with use
of macrometer, caliper, and dial indicator. Introduce cutting tool geometry,
repetition of machine exercises on lathe, mill, and surface grinder. Understand
operations to plan complete manufacturing process sequence. Detailed CNC
principles. |
| ADVANCED
MACHINE SHOP II |
63920 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
12 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Advanced
Machine Shop I |
| CREDIT: |
2 (Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Attain
saleable metal working employment skills. In-depth experiences to become fluent
in use of precision tools ability to plan tooling, manufacture consumer
products, design jigs and fixtures and the ability to work with minimal
supervision. Study computer assisted machining concept,
make sample programs, operate C.A.M. demonstrations. |
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| COMMERCIAL
PHOTOGRAPHY I |
64010 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
10 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Career Academy approval |
| CREDIT: |
1
(Single period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
A study of the fundamentals of photography, including fine versus
applied and their synergistic relationship in photography.
Visual problems are designed to develop strong conceptual and
compositional abilities. Basic theory, exposure methods and
related processing systems are emphasized. Field trips to
pertinent lectures and exhibits. |
| ADVANCED
COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY I |
66910 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
11 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Commercial Photo I |
| CREDIT: |
2 (Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Introduction to studio lighting, digital imagin, fundamentals of
large format cameras and an introduction to photographic
illustration. Emphasis is placed an achieving professional
looking results comparable to contemporary advertising and media
images. |
| ADVANCED
COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY II |
66920 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
12 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Advanced
Commercial Photography I |
| CREDIT: |
2
(Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Advanced digital imaging, alternative processing, issues in
contemporary photography and a senior project/thesis will be
required. All seniors must turn in a portfolio which covers
the culmination of their years of photographic training. |
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| ARCHITECTURAL
DRAFTING i |
60510 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
10 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Career Academy approval |
| CREDIT: |
1
(Single period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Drafting is the principal means of developing communicating ideas
and procedures for architects, engineers, and other skilled
workers. This entry level course will include vocabulary
development, orthographic projection (3-view drawing
representation), sectional views, elevations, plot plans and floor
plans for residential construction using AutoCAD software. |
| ADVANCED
ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING I |
62110 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
11 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Architectural
Drafting I |
| CREDIT: |
2
(Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course will deal with fundamental as well as advanced CAD
drafting commands and is organized in such a way that the student
will develop a broad understanding of the principals and skills
involved in drawing accurate details needed to complete residential
construction projects' drawings. The student will use AutoCAD
and architectural software. The student will have a chance to
participate under a mentor in the Architecture, Construction and
Engineering-ACE Mentor Program. |
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| ADVANCED
ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING II |
62120 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
12 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Advanced Architectural
Drafting I |
| CREDIT: |
2
(Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
In this class, the student will develop skills and creative
abilities required in preparing detail and presentation drawings of
residential and commercial buildings. Interior and exterior
plans and elevations will be drawn. Engineering and
architectural problems will be solved. Structures will
be made of wood, masonry, steel, concrete and other appropriate
materials. The student will use AutoCAD and architectural
software. The student will have a chance to participate under
a mentor in the Architecture, Construction and Engineering-ACE
Mentor Program.. |
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| RADIO/TV
TECHNOLOGY I |
67110 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
10 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Career Academy approval |
| CREDIT: |
1
(Single period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Experience all aspects of television production and radio
productions. Serve as director, technical
director, video operator, floor manager, camera person, audio engineer,
lighting director, telecine operator, teleprompter operator, script writer, talent
and on-air radio personality, television/radio
production crew. Also learn pre-production planning, cost estimating, visual
continuity, sound recording, titling, editing, and trouble-shooting, and other technical
production skills. (For those seriously considering careers in broadcasting
communication and/or other related fields.) |
| ADVANCED RADIO/TV TECHNOLOGY
I |
68910 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
11 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Radio/TV
Technology I |
| CREDIT: |
2
(Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Expand broadcast knowledge and skills by becoming a part of several
radio and television crews to record/videotape various school
productions and activities inside and outside the television
studio. Also will assist in the producing, scripting, recoding
and designing of school-wide news shows. Learn to operate both
analogue and digital editing systems as well as produce competition
videotapes. (For those students seriously considering a media
communication specialty in industrial videotape production.) |
| ADVANCED RADIO/TV TECHNOLOGY
II |
68920 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
12 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Advanced
Radio/TV Technology I |
| CREDIT: |
2
(Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Focus on
field and studio productions, which empploy more advanced field and in-studio
techniques and digital equipment. Learn how to incorporate
various multi-media elements into production designs. Plan,
produce, edit, market and distribute video and radio products using
a variety of post-production equipment. Assemble a
professional portfolio containing a demo tape, resume, writing
samples and recommendations. The year's best productions
compete in video contests. (For those seriously
considering a career in broadcast journalism, public relations, marketing
advertising, cinematography, video operation, or other media
communication fields). |
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| CARPENTRY |
61810 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
10 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Career Academy approval |
| CREDIT: |
1
(Single period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION: Learn the
basics concerning wood and wood products: selection, safe use , and care of
hand and power tools; portable tools; and proper woodworking procedures, Also
learn the classification of tools in terms of their function, and the
principles of science and math related to their uses. A unit on mass production
introduces you to manufacturing. You will construct a variety of projects and a
scale model house framing. |
| ADVANCED CARPENTRY I |
65610 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
11 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Carpentry
I |
| CREDIT: |
2
(Double period) |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION: Work as
part of a construction crew to build a scale model home using current
construction technology. Once you complete this major project, you continue
with wood production and projects. You will also learn blueprint reading,
layout and measurement and the principles of science and math related to their
uses. Select or design projects using appropriate hand tools and power
machines, display quality workmanship and safety as you complete the item. |
| ADVANCED CARPENTRY II |
65620 |
| GRADES OFFERED: |
12 |
| PREREQUISITES: |
Advanced
Carpentry I |
| CREDIT: |
2 |
| COURSE DESCRIPTION: Design a
unique article of furniture, draw-up plans, calculate amount and type of
materials, order materials, and use all of your skills and power machines to
complete the item. After you complete 4 units in wood technology, you can enter
a specialized educational training program of two to four years. For students planning
to follow a career in the technical trades. |
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