Course Catalog 2018_w_ CTE draft

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY III

8508 (2 credits, 2 blocks) Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: Automotive Technology II EOC Test: Industry credential test or licensure test required upon completion of this course.

In this capstone course of the three-course program, students master all aspects of repair, safety, and customer service by concentrating on the remaining tasks from the four primary ASE/NATEF areas for certification (i.e., IV. Suspension and Steering, V. Brakes, VI., Electrical/Electronics, and VIII. Engine Performance). Students who successfully complete this program will be prepared to take and pass the respective ASE/NATEF exam and will be prepared for postsecondary education opportunities.

CARPENTRY I

8601 (1 credit) Grade Level: 9, 10 (priority given to 10)

Carpentry I introduces students to skills essential to success in the profession. Students use hand and power tools to cut stock; learn to read blueprints, build and install foundations, trusses, doors, windows, stairs, and finishes, and frame walls, floors, ceilings, roofs, decks, and porches. All students will obtain a required OSHA 10 Safety Credential in the class. Students will be required to work outside on projects. This course is available with an additional option (STEM Academy) which can be utilized. Preferences will be given to students who take advantage of dual enrollment and/or STEM Academy options.  STEM ACADEMY Grade Level: 9, 10 (priority given to 10) Prerequisite: Complete a Pulaski County Governor’s STEM Academy Application, possess a minimum GPA of 2.5, passing scores on the highest level attained on the English and Mathematics SOL tests.

This course is STEM-based, meaning all curriculums reinforce the benchmarks of science, technology, engineering and mathematics education.

CARPENTRY II

8602 (2 credits, 2 blocks) Grade Level: 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Carpentry I

Carpentry II completes students’ secondary training for the carpentry profession. Students study blueprints; build and install foundations, trusses, doors, windows, stairs, and finishes; and frame walls, floors, ceiling, roofs, decks, and porches. In addition, students are introduced to basic rigging, learn to estimate and select building materials, and install cabinets. This course is available with two additional options (dual enrollment & STEM Academy) which can both be utilized. Preference will be given to students who take advantage of dual enrollment and/or STEM academy options.  CTE Dual Enrollment 8602 (2 credits, 2 blocks) (NRCC college credit in BLD 110 and BLD 125, 6 credits) Grade Level: 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Carpentry I, NRCC Application and Placement Examination STEM Academy Grade Level: 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Carpentry I STEM Academy, NRCC Application and Placement Examination This course is STEM-based, meaning all curriculums reinforce the benchmarks of science, technology, engineering and mathematics education. 

CARPENTRY III

8603 (2 credits, 2 blocks) Grade Level: 12 Prerequisite: Carpentry II