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Career and Technical Elective Descriptions - Broughton HS 2016-2017

Business, Finance and Information Technology

I. Introductory Courses (9 th -12 th )

Microsoft Word, PowerPoint (Microsoft Certification Course) This course offers students real-world technology skills which they need to be successful in college and career. The course provides students an opportunity to learn in depth operations of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint and earn industry certifications for both programs. Certification is recognized in industry as well as at the university level. Students may earn as much as 15% more money in industry and if a computer placement test is required at the college level, students may earn credit hours. Special skills needed for success: Computer operation knowledge, Independent worker, Strong Reading skills

Personal Finance - This course prepares students to understand economic activities and challenges of individuals and families, the role of lifestyle goals in education and career choices. Students will learn the procedures in a successful job so that they can prepare for independent living and learn practices for meeting consumer needs. This course also prepares students to understand consumer rights, responsibilities, and information, protect personal and family resources, and apply procedures for managing personal finances. Industry credentials can be earned. Special skills needed for success: Strong Math skills

Principles of Business and Finance- This is an entry-level business course that focuses on the basics of economics and business operations, covering concepts in finance, accounting, management, and marketing. Students will also explore possible career paths while improving job readiness skills.

II. Level II Courses: Prerequisites Required (10th – 12th grade)

Honors E-Commerce - Students master skills in the design and construction of web sites. Students will plan, design, create, publish, maintain, and promote an e-commerce website. Second semester, students will have a capstone project where they create a website

based on their personal interests. Software: Adobe Dreamweaver, HTML Prerequisite: Microsoft Word & PowerPoint, Multimedia & Webpage Design

Multimedia & Webpage Design- This course focuses on desktop publishing, graphic image design, computer animation, virtual reality, multimedia production, and webpage design. Students will explore a variety of softwares: MS Publisher & Powerpoint, Adobe Photoshop, Moviemaker, HTML, and Dreamweaver Prerequisite: Microsoft Word and PowerPoint and Scientific Visualization I

Marketing and Entrepreneurship


Marketing- Students will examine activities in marketing and business important for success in marketing employment and postsecondary education. Students will learn how products are developed, branded, and sold to businesses and consumers. Students will analyze industry trends and gain hands-on experience in the marketing of goods, services, and ideas. Topics will include professionalism in the workplace, product planning and positioning, promotion, pricing, selling, economic issues, and the impact of technology on the marketplace.


Honors Entrepreneurship I: The focus of this course is on creating a plan for starting and running one's own business. Students work on an individual year-long projects that apply material from class to a realistic situation of launching a small business. Students should have an idea for a business they'd be interested in starting and should be very comfortable with doing lots of independent research and problem solving to find answers to their question, as no two business ideas are ever alike. Students also need to have strong writing skills in order to effectively communicate throughout their work. Pre-Requisite: Principles of Business, Marketing, Sports and Entertainment Marketing or Hospitality & Tourism

Honors Hospitality and Tourism: This course provides an overview of the structure and scope of the travel, tourism and hospitality industries. This course examines the components of the tourism industry: transportation, accommodation, food and beverage and attractions. We will explore why people travel, how people travel and what people do once they reach their destinations and how all of these things impact the economy. Students will explore the tourism in NC as well as international tourism. Basic marketing principles are a pre-requisite. Prerequisite: Principles of Business, Marketing, Sports and Entertainment Marketing I

Sports and Entertainment Marketing I - Students acquire a broad understanding of the skills associated with marketing through the sports, entertainment, and event industry. The course covers business activities involved in marketing products and services to customers, and the profitable execution of those activities. Among the topics covered are customer relations, business law, operations, information management, market planning, pricing, product and service management, promotion, selling, and professional development. Prerequisite: Principles of Business or Marketing

Honors Sports and Entertainment Marketing II - This course develops student skills in determining the economic impact of sports, entertainment and events, price setting, information research, marketing, product positioning, product and service management, and promotion and sales strategies. The course places additional emphasis on business management, career development, client relations, contracts, ethics, legal issues, event management, and sponsorships. Prerequisite: Sports and Entertainment Marketing I

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES


Apparel and Textile Production I - In this course students are introduced to the Apparel and Textile industry in the areas of design, textiles and apparel engineering. Emphasis is placed on students applying these design and engineering skills to create and produce apparel products. Art, literacy, mathematics, and science are reinforced. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include service learning. Projects include: patchwork pillow, drawstring bags, pillowcases to donate to Haiti, zipper bags, pajama pants, gift bags for Haiti and shorts for the children of Haiti..

Child Development-This course focuses on preparing students to understand young children from infancy to age six from the parent’s perspective, as well as, in early education and child care settings. Major areas of study include decision making about parenting, family structures and functions, prenatal and postnatal development, and the development of a child from birth through age six.

Principles of Family and Human Services - Students learn life literacy skills; individual, family, and community systems; and core functions of human services field. Emphasis is placed on human development, professional skills, diversity, analyzing community issues, life management, and human ecology.

Foods I- This course examines the nutritional needs of the individual. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of diet to health, kitchen and meal management, food preparation and sustainability for a global society. Students apply concepts learned in this class through food preparation labs. Topics include: Understand methods for safety, sanitation, processes and conserving resources, Understand methods for food preparation, understand the principles of etiquette for meal service, understand the relationship between food choices and health, understand food choices and apply methods for meal planning and preparation.

Interior Design I – This course is an overview of the fundamentals involved in principles of design. Students will gain knowledge in the following topics: Individual and Family housing options, legal aspects of housing, understand the elements and principles of design and color, understand architectural styles and construction components and understand the aspects of a well-designed house.


Apparel and Textile Production II- Students gain a deeper understanding of design principles, engineering, fabrication and global needs of an ever-changing Apparel and Textile industry. The course provides a major focus on textile design, textile science, product construction, global manufacturing and the apparel/textile market. Emphasis is placed on application of design and engineering skills used to create, produce and prepare a product for market. Students will also gain the entrepreneurial skills necessary for successful marketing and distribution of an apparel product. Prerequisite: Apparel I

Early Childhood Education I- Early Childhood Education, a two-credit course, prepares students for careers working with children birth through age 12. Topics Include: Career in Early Childhood Education, Child Development ages birth to age 12, Evaluation of activities and programs, and understand techniques working with children. Off-campus work-based learning comprises 50% of the required course work. Suggested Prerequisite: Child Development or Principles of Family and Human Services and overall GPA of 2.0

Honors Early Childhood Education II- This course is an extension of Early Childhood Education I. This two- credit course prepares students for work in an early childhood education program. Topics of study include: Planning and Managing Early Childhood programs, understanding developmentally appropriate practice, evaluating early childhood curriculums, working with special needs students, and establishment of an early childhood professional portfolio. Off-campus work-based learning comprises 50% of the required course work. Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education I and overall GPA of 2.0

*Students who complete both levels of the Early Childhood Education program may be recognized as a lead teacher in an early childhood environment. High school students need to be aware that in order to receive college credit and be eligible for the North Carolina Early Childhood Credential Equivalency, awarded by the Division of Child Development, they must meet articulation and cooperative agreement.

Honors FACS Advanced Studies- This course is designed for students who have completed all levels of a FACS program area and want to advance their knowledge in their chosen area by completing individual course projects, participating in work-based education and completing a professional portfolio. Prerequisite: Prior Approval from program area instructor and completion of all upper level courses in the program area of choice

Honors Interior Design II- This course is an extension of the Interior Design I course. Students will extend their knowledge of the design principles through a deeper knowledge in the following topics: Career Development in the Interior Design field, business skills needed in the design field, extensive study in the elements and principles of design and produce residential and non-residential architectural drawings. Prerequisite: Interior Design I

Honors Interior Applications- This course is the third level of concentrated study in the field of Interior Design. This course has advanced study in the following topics: Use of Design materials and components, proper selection of furniture for the appropriate spaces, renovation techniques and design presentation. Prerequisite: Interior Design II

Honors ProStart I- Students will take a firsthand look at the fast-paced and exciting foodservice industry. Restaurant professionals do more than create delicious dishes and run top-notch commercial kitchens. This course covers the history of foodservice, lodging, and tourism industries, customer relations, preparing and serving safe food, kitchen safety, kitchen basics, foodservice equipment, nutrition, soups/stews/sauces, fruit and vegetables, potatoes and grains. Prerequisite: Completion of Foods I with a grade of 80 or better, successful completion of an application, no serious attendance issues and an overall GPA of 2.0

Honors ProStart II- This course is a continuation of ProStart I. This course covers the art of service, restaurant accounting, marketing the menu, purchasing and inventory control, beginning a career in the industry, breakfast foods, sandwiches, chocolate and specialty desserts, and proteins. The National ProStart ® Certificate of Achievement will be earned when the student works a paid internship at a food service or hospitality establishment for a total of 400 hours over the course of ProStart I and II. The student will take a national credentialing exam at the conclusion of this course. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ProStart I with a grade of C or better, no serious attendance issues and an overall GPA of 2.0

HEALTH SCIENCE


Health Team Relations- An introductory course that explores all aspects of the health care field. Careers such as nurses, doctors, veterinarians, medical lab techs and funeral directors are explored. A strong focus is placed on medical terminology, medical math, the history of medicine, and health care systems.


Honors Health Science I – This course that not only explores the anatomy and physiology of the body, but also looks at the disease process of each system. We focus on project based learning for each of the human body systems. It is a great class for those who plan on furthering their learning in the medical field. Prerequisite: Completion of Biology with a grade of C or better

Honors Health Science II – This course is an extension of Health Science I covering topics such as Healthcare standards, safety and infection control, and emergency procedures. First Aid certification can be awarded to students completing this course. Prerequisite: Health Science I

TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING AND DESIGN


Scientific and Technical Visualization I - This course focuses on learning the following software packages: Adobe Illustrator , Premier, Photoshop, Autodesk, and 3ds Max. Graphic design, 3ds virtual worlds, and video projects are among the standard projects that are assigned. Students need more than just basic computer skills to be successful in this course. Special skills needed for success: Computer operation knowledge, Independent worker, Strong reading skills, Project-based using a variety of computer software


Scientific Visualization II - This course is an extension of Scientific Visualization I 1. In this course you will continue to use 3dsMax, and Adobe Suite design software to complete projects and advance your knowledge. Students will take the skills and knowledge amassed in the first level to complete independent assignments. Sci Vis 2 utilizes the combination of design and video editing to create finished projects. Prerequisite: Scientific Visualization I

Honors Game Art Design- This course is designed to teach what game designers and developers do to create a finished product. Students will be exposed to two and three dimensional design to create artwork for games. In this course students will use the software Game Maker, Unity, and Adobe to complete assignments. Students will also create their own card, board, and video games, to demonstrate what the career of Game design entails. Prerequisite: Scientific Visualization I or Scientific Visualization II

TRADES and INDUSTRY


Introduction to Automotive Service - This course introduces automotive safety, basic automotive terminology, system & component identification, knowledge and introductory skills in hand tools, shop equipment, basic servicing, and use of service information. Also careers and various job opportunities in the automotive repair industry will be discussed. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Special skills needed for success: Strong Math and Science Skills, Work well in groups


Automotive Service 1 - This course develops automotive knowledge and skills in performing scheduled automotive maintenance, servicing and basic testing of brakes, electrical systems, drivetrain, engine, HVAC and steering & suspension systems, emphasizing hands-on experience. Prerequisite: Introduction to Automotive Service

Automotive Service 2 - This course builds on the knowledge and skills introduced in Automotive Servicing I and develops advanced knowledge and skills in vehicle system repair and/or replacement of components in the brakes, electrical systems, drivetrain, engine, HVAC and steering & suspension systems, emphasizing hands-on experience. Prerequisite: Automotive Service 1

Automotive Service 3- This course builds on the skills and knowledge introduced in Automotive Service I & II. Building advanced automotive skills and knowledge in vehicle servicing, testing, repair, and diagnosis of brakes, electrical systems, drivetrain, engine, HVAC and steering & suspension systems, while emphasizing hands-on experience. Prerequisite: Automotive Service 2

Honors Computer Engineering Technology I- Students will focus on learning the parts and developments occurring in the computer field. In addition, they will learn to repair and troubleshoot common hardware problems. Students will build their own computers, gain an understanding of networking components, and learn networking. At the completion of the course students can take the Comptia IT Fundamentals exam for certification. Prerequisite: Microsoft Word and PowerPoint or Scientific Visualization I

Honors Computer Engineering Technology II- Students in this course will learn advanced skills in installing operating systems such as Mac, Linux, and Windows environments. They will also learn advanced networking skills, cloud services, mobile devices, and Security. Completion of this course helps prepare students for the Comptia A+ certification exam. Prerequisite: Computer Engineering Technology I

Broughton High School

2016-2017

Career and Technical Education

Course Description Guide

Grades 10-12

Broughton High School College and Career CenterDebbie Parrish, CTE Department Chair

(919) 856-7810 dparrish@ wcpss.net

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