Course Catalog 2018_w_ CTE draft

Grade Level: 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Electricity II, NRCC Placement Examination, and NRCC Application

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STEM ACADEMY Grade Level: 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Electricity I STEM Academy, NRCC Placement Examination, and NRCC Application

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

ELECTRICITY III

8535 (2 credits, 2 blocks) Grade Level: 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Electricity II EOC Test: Industry credential test or licensure test required upon completion of this course.

Student’s skills and knowledge in the field of electricity will be further developed in this course. Industrial electrical systems will be covered extensively and will include: three-phase electrical systems, industrial motor controls, distribution systems, industrial electrical motors, and transformers. Students enrolled in this course will spend significant time practicing and learning the National Electrical Code in preparation for future employment in the electrical trades. Students will be very involved in Skills USA. This course is available with two additional options (dual enrollment & STEM Academy) which can both be utilized. Preferences will be given to students who take advantage of dual enrollment and/or STEM academy options.  CTE DUAL ENROLLMENT 8535 (2 credit, 2 blocks) (NRCC college credit ELE 113 and ELE 114, 6 credits) Grade Level: 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Electricity II, NRCC Placement Examination, and NRCC Application

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STEM ACADEMY Grade Level: 11 and 12 Prerequisite: Electricity II STEM Academy, NRCC Placement Examination, and NRCC Application

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

TV/MEDIA PRODUCTION I

8688 (1 credit) Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, and 12

This course will provide students the opportunity to express themselves through television, video, and computer technology. The television studio, camcorders, computers, and VCRs are used to produce individual projects, newscasts, talk shows, and videos that cover major events at PCHS. Students interested in broadcast journalism, professional videography, music video, cinematography, and TV studio management and operations are provided with a managed environment that plays host to learning basic skills needed for these careers.

TV/MEDIA PRODUCTION II

8689 (2 credits, 2 blocks) Grade Level: 10, 11, and 12 Prerequisite: Successful Completion of TV/Media Production I EOC Test: Industry credential test or licensure test required upon completion of this course.

This course is a continuation of TV/Media Production I. Emphasis will be placed on editing, producing, computer editing, professional camcorder use, and videography. Students in this class will produce videos as needed for the student body, the school, and the community. Students will be required to take a certification exam upon successful completion of this class.