Career Development - Course Offerings

CAREER
DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM 1997-1998

DISTRICT 196

Advanced Computer Applications

Students will use advanced computer technology to perform sophisticated software applications. Students will also use cutting edge, futuristic software to design and perform tasks related to the Internet and the World Wide Web. Students will have opportunities to partner with local businesses. During Advanced Computer Applications A, students will focus on the Authorware program; section B focuses on the PageMill program; and section C will focus on PhotoShop and Premiere.

Animal Care Careers

Students will learn and apply the principles of animal husbandry including handling, animal diet and nutrition, observations and record keeping, health and grooming. Students will gain hands-on experience while caring for domestic animals. Students will also gain exposure to several animal-related careers and work with animal care professionals.

Aviation & Ground School Careers

This course is designed for the student who wants to explore career options related to aviation. The content needed to pass the FAA written exam, including the Science of Flight, Systems and Instruments, The Flight Environment, Meteorology, Basic Navigation, Radio Navigation, Aviation Physiology, Flight Planning, Decision Making and FAA Regulations will be addressed in the private pilot ground school portion of the curriculum. Students will use the different processes, tools, materials and skills of the aviation/aerospace industry to build aircraft in the Aircraft Construction and Manufacturing Technology Lab. In addition, Training and Certification requirements necessary to be employed in related jobs will be addressed.

Banking & Finance Careers

Students will learn and apply an in-depth study of banking as a business. Topics covered will include present day banking structure; operating functions, including lending and risk analysis, automation, support systems, marketing, personnel, and career options. Other areas incorporated will be regulation, investments, bonds, the exchanges, and the international monetary structure. Applied banking principles and banking simulations will be integrated with academic curriculum. One year of accounting classes is strongly recommended.

Biotechnology Careers

Students will learn procedures and laboratory skills which will assist them to pursue educational and career opportunities in the laboratory, medical and research sciences of agricultural, environmental and medical biotechnology. Materials regarding DNA structure/replication and genetic function/therapy will be studied. Biotechnology science, methods, usefulness and societal issues will be considered.

Broadcast Video Productions Careers

Students will learn the basics of Broadcast Video Production and create their own videos ranging from music videos to short documentaries. Students will apply extensive technical knowledge as they use computers, CD-ROM, still and video cameras, and high tech video editing equipment. Working in an awesome modern broadcast facility, students get the opportunity to learn both analog and digital editing systems, studio video cameras, and graphics computer technology. Students will learn and apply broadcasting skills including directing, producing, anchoring, engineering, and camera operations.

Basic AutoCAD

This is a hands-on class covering the basic drawing commands necessary to create, edit, dimension, manipulate, analyze, and plot 2-D drawings. It is designed for drafting, architectural and engineering students with no previous CAD experience. The student will be able to confidently create, edit, manipulate, dimension, analyze, and plot production drawings, as well as understand Windows 95 operating system environment.

AutoCAD/3D Studio

This is a hands-on class covering 3D Studio for rendering and animation. The primary functions of all five modules in 3D Studio will be presented. Topics include basic geometry construction, materials and mapping, setting up cameras and lights, and assigning motion. Advance topics of morphing, walk-throughs, and importing AutoCAD drawings. Exercises in morphing techniques, lofter functions and complex motion control in the keyframer. The student will explore how AutoCAD, and Animator Pro can be used to enhance 3D Studio's capabilities. (3D Studio is used professionallly to produce the graphics for most video games and introductions to sports programs like Monday Night Football and the World Series.)

Advanced AutoCAD

This is a hands-on class covering the intermediate AutoCAD commands necessary to create, edit, dimension, manipulate, analyze, and plot 3-D drawings. Basic 3-D concepts, wireframing, use of the user coordinate system (UCS) 3-D viewing commands and 3-D construction techniques will be covered. Release 13's solid modeling commands such as the solid primitives, extrude, revolve, slice, section, union, subtract, intersect, and interfere will be covered. Students will define and produce a meaningful visual project under the guidance of their mentors and CAD instructor. Students will develop and apply the skills gained in AutoCAD and 3D Studio to develop their project.

Child and Family Careers

Students will discover the many dynamics that make up a healthy family by studying children and the family unit in today's society. Several of the careers that will be explored include social services, child psychology, preschool teachers, nanny training, parks and recreation, teachers, parents, pediatric medicine, parent educators, and work place family services. This information will be applied to real world career opportunities as students serve in mentoring relationships with local businesses and educational agencies.

Computer Repair Technology

Students will set up, maintain, and repair computers, software, and peripherals. Basic, analog, and digital electronics are also covered. Students receive hands on experience with hardware and software troubleshooting, upgrading, and component replacement. In addition to basic skills, the curriculum is designed to prepare students to pass the A+ certification exam.

Construction Technology

Students will progress through a hands-on, practical application experience of construction technology. Students will not only study but also apply the many aspects and principles of light frame construction. Included, but not limited to, are experiences in site selection and layout, site clearing, foundations, framing, insulation, sheathing, roofing, windows and doors, stair construction, exterior and interior finishing and the study of construction systems. Students will apply core academic skills and career specific technical skills required for carpentry, electrical wiring, plumbing, blue print reading, estimating, cost analysis, painting and masonry. Students will follow a natural progression through 3 trimesters of experiences.

Culinary Arts Careers

Would you enjoy working in an occupation designed to help others enjoy themselves? Food service is one of the largest industries in the United States. It employs over 10 million people and continues to grow. The food industry is comprised of restaurants, food and beverage managers in the hotel industry, schools, hospitals, recreational services, tourism, clubs, food service establishments, food brokers, distributors, manufacturers, hospitality, association, and industry educators-- all the men and women who play a vital role in the care, feeding, and lodging of people away from home. This program will utilize the E.H.S. Food Service's facility computer inventory and staff to provide hands-on experiences. It will also include area business partnerships, internships, and mentoring opportunites, academic instruction and integration.

Graphic Arts: Electronic Publishing
Projects - download time 28.8-1:40, 14.4-3:21

Students will apply their creative skills in the production of sophisticated projects using state-of-the-art equipment. They will design, create layout and print actual products using advanced software techniques. Internship or mentorship opportunities will be explored with local graphic arts companies. During Electronic Publishing A, students will focus on the PageMaker application; Electronic Publishing B focuses on the Illustrator application; and Electronic Publishing C focuses on the PhotoShop application.

Health Careers

Students will learn and apply the principles and processes of the health, medical and human performance sciences in a classroom and lab setting. Students will apply core academic and career specific technical skills to explore health related careers in medicine, nursing, sports medicine, physical therapy, exercise physiology, dietetics/nutrition, medical technical, laboratory sciences, environmental and agricultural biotechnology, genetics therapy and medical research.

Horticulture Careers

Students will have "hands-on" experiences while learning about plants and their environment. Students will explore topics of plant anatomy and function as well as explore career opportunities. Principles learned in the classroom will be applied in laboratory exercises, greenhouse experiences, and landscaping projects.

Manufacturing Technology Careers

Students will explore the use of modern technology such as robotics and computer technology in the manufacture of products. Students will apply what they learn in the laboratory. Internship or mentorship opportunities will be explored with local precision manufacturing companies.

Mentor Seminar

Students will prepare to learn at an advanced level with a professional in their field of interest. Students will assess their college and career interests, abilities, goals and values in a classroom setting as they strengthen their background knowledge and skills to make appropriate post-secondary decisions. Research skills are emphasized and successful mentor seminar students will continue their in-depth learning with a professional mentor at the work site during the field experience trimester. Interested students shoud contact the Mentor Program Coordinator for additional information and an application packet.

Mentor Field Experience

Students will spend approximately eight hours per week with a professional mentor at the work site, and two hours per week with the school's Mentor Program Coordinator. Students will apply the skills gained in Mentor Seminar, and under the guidance of the mentor and the instructor will develop an individualized learning plan and project in their individual field of study. Students must provide their own transportation to the field experience site.

Public Safety Careers

This course is designed for students who want to acquire skills common to law enforcement, fire, and rescue careers. As a student in Public Safety Careers, you will develop skills in the following areas: accident investigation, communications, crime prevention, decision making, emergency vehicle operations, interpersonal relationships, investigative techniques, leadership, Minnesota law, patrol procedures to name a few. You will apply these skills in various simulated and hypothetical situations.

Vehicle Service Careers

Students will learn the fundamentals of vehicle service by dismantling, testing and replacing a variety of components on a vehicle. Vehicle Service A will focus on ignition fuels and emissions, Vehicle Service B will focus on engines, and Vehicle Service C will focus on drive lines and electronic system components. Students will be able to shadow or intern in an automotive business with access to up-to-date diagnostic equipment.

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Advanced Computer Applications
Students will use advanced computer technology to perform sophisticated software applications. Students will also use cutting edge, futuristic software to design and perform tasks related to the Internet and the World Wide Web. Students will have opportunities to partner with local businesses. During Advanced Computer Applications A, students will focus on the Authorware program; section B focuses on the PageMill program; and section C will focus on PhotoShop and Premiere.

Animal Care Careers
Students will learn and apply the principles of animal husbandry including handling, animal diet and nutrition, observations and record keeping, health and grooming. Students will gain hands-on experience while caring for domestic animals. Students will also gain exposure to several animal-related careers and work with animal care professionals.

Aviation & Ground School Careers
This course is designed for the student who wants to explore career options related to aviation. The content needed to pass the FAA written exam, including the Science of Flight, Systems and Instruments, The Flight Environment, Meteorology, Basic Navigation, Radio Navigation, Aviation Physiology, Flight Planning, Decision Making and FAA Regulations will be addressed in the private pilot ground school portion of the curriculum. Students will use the different processes, tools, materials and skills of the aviation/aerospace industry to build aircraft in the Aircraft Construction and Manufacturing Technology Lab. In addition, Training and Certification requirements necessary to be employed in related jobs will be addressed.

Banking & Finance Careers
Students will learn and apply an in-depth study of banking as a business. Topics covered will include present day banking structure; operating functions, including lending and risk analysis, automation, support systems, marketing, personnel, and career options. Other areas incorporated will be regulation, investments, bonds, the exchanges, and the international monetary structure. Applied banking principles and banking simulations will be integrated with academic curriculum. One year of accounting classes is strongly recommended.

Biotechnology Careers
Students will learn procedures and laboratory skills which will assist them to pursue educational and career opportunities in the laboratory, medical and research sciences of agricultural, environmental and medical biotechnology. Materials regarding DNA structure/replication and genetic function/therapy will be studied. Biotechnology science, methods, usefulness and societal issues will be considered.

Broadcast Video Productions Careers
Students will learn the basics of Broadcast Video Production and create their own videos ranging from music videos to short documentaries. Students will apply extensive technical knowledge as they use computers, CD-ROM, still and video cameras, and high tech video editing equipment. Working in an awesome modern broadcast facility, students get the opportunity to learn both analog and digital editing systems, studio video cameras, and graphics computer technology. Students will learn and apply broadcasting skills including directing, producing, anchoring, engineering, and camera operations.

Basic AutoCAD
This is a hands-on class covering the basic drawing commands necessary to create, edit, dimension, manipulate, analyze, and plot 2-D drawings. It is designed for drafting, architectural and engineering students with no previous CAD experience. The student will be able to confidently create, edit, manipulate, dimension, analyze, and plot production drawings, as well as understand Windows 95 operating system environment.

AutoCAD/3D Studio
This is a hands-on class covering 3D Studio for rendering and animation. The primary functions of all five modules in 3D Studio will be presented. Topics include basic geometry construction, materials and mapping, setting up cameras and lights, and assigning motion. Advance topics of morphing, walk-throughs, and importing AutoCAD drawings. Exercises in morphing techniques, lofter functions and complex motion control in the keyframer. The student will explore how AutoCAD, and Animator Pro can be used to enhance 3D Studio's capabilities. (3D Studio is used professionallly to produce the graphics for most video games and introductions to sports programs like Monday Night Football and the World Series.)

Advanced AutoCAD
This is a hands-on class covering the intermediate AutoCAD commands necessary to create, edit, dimension, manipulate, analyze, and plot 3-D drawings. Basic 3-D concepts, wireframing, use of the user coordinate system (UCS) 3-D viewing commands and 3-D construction techniques will be covered. Release 13's solid modeling commands such as the solid primitives, extrude, revolve, slice, section, union, subtract, intersect, and interfere will be covered. Students will define and produce a meaningful visual project under the guidance of their mentors and CAD instructor. Students will develop and apply the skills gained in AutoCAD and 3D Studio to develop their project.

Child and Family Careers
Students will discover the many dynamics that make up a healthy family by studying children and the family unit in today's society. Several of the careers that will be explored include social services, child psychology, preschool teachers, nanny training, parks and recreation, teachers, parents, pediatric medicine, parent educators, and work place family services. This information will be applied to real world career opportunities as students serve in mentoring relationships with local businesses and educational agencies.

Computer Repair Technology
Students will set up, maintain, and repair computers, software, and peripherals. Basic, analog, and digital electronics are also covered. Students receive hands on experience with hardware and software troubleshooting, upgrading, and component replacement. In addition to basic skills, the curriculum is designed to prepare students to pass the A+ certification exam.

Construction Technology
Students will progress through a hands-on, practical application experience of construction technology. Students will not only study but also apply the many aspects and principles of light frame construction. Included, but not limited to, are experiences in site selection and layout, site clearing, foundations, framing, insulation, sheathing, roofing, windows and doors, stair construction, exterior and interior finishing and the study of construction systems. Students will apply core academic skills and career specific technical skills required for carpentry, electrical wiring, plumbing, blue print reading, estimating, cost analysis, painting and masonry. Students will follow a natural progression through 3 trimesters of experiences.

Culinary Arts Careers
Would you enjoy working in an occupation designed to help others enjoy themselves? Food service is one of the largest industries in the United States. It employs over 10 million people and continues to grow. The food industry is comprised of restaurants, food and beverage managers in the hotel industry, schools, hospitals, recreational services, tourism, clubs, food service establishments, food brokers, distributors, manufacturers, hospitality, association, and industry educators-- all the men and women who play a vital role in the care, feeding, and lodging of people away from home. This program will utilize the E.H.S. Food Service's facility computer inventory and staff to provide hands-on experiences. It will also include area business partnerships, internships, and mentoring opportunites, academic instruction and integration.

Graphic Arts: Electronic Publishing Projects - download time 28.8-1:40, 14.4-3:21
Students will apply their creative skills in the production of sophisticated projects using state-of-the-art equipment. They will design, create layout and print actual products using advanced software techniques. Internship or mentorship opportunities will be explored with local graphic arts companies. During Electronic Publishing A, students will focus on the PageMaker application; Electronic Publishing B focuses on the Illustrator application; and Electronic Publishing C focuses on the PhotoShop application.

Health Careers
Students will learn and apply the principles and processes of the health, medical and human performance sciences in a classroom and lab setting. Students will apply core academic and career specific technical skills to explore health related careers in medicine, nursing, sports medicine, physical therapy, exercise physiology, dietetics/nutrition, medical technical, laboratory sciences, environmental and agricultural biotechnology, genetics therapy and medical research.

Horticulture Careers
Students will have "hands-on" experiences while learning about plants and their environment. Students will explore topics of plant anatomy and function as well as explore career opportunities. Principles learned in the classroom will be applied in laboratory exercises, greenhouse experiences, and landscaping projects.

Manufacturing Technology Careers
Students will explore the use of modern technology such as robotics and computer technology in the manufacture of products. Students will apply what they learn in the laboratory. Internship or mentorship opportunities will be explored with local precision manufacturing companies.

Mentor Seminar
Students will prepare to learn at an advanced level with a professional in their field of interest. Students will assess their college and career interests, abilities, goals and values in a classroom setting as they strengthen their background knowledge and skills to make appropriate post-secondary decisions. Research skills are emphasized and successful mentor seminar students will continue their in-depth learning with a professional mentor at the work site during the field experience trimester. Interested students shoud contact the Mentor Program Coordinator for additional information and an application packet.

Mentor Field Experience
Students will spend approximately eight hours per week with a professional mentor at the work site, and two hours per week with the school's Mentor Program Coordinator. Students will apply the skills gained in Mentor Seminar, and under the guidance of the mentor and the instructor will develop an individualized learning plan and project in their individual field of study. Students must provide their own transportation to the field experience site.

Public Safety Careers
This course is designed for students who want to acquire skills common to law enforcement, fire, and rescue careers. As a student in Public Safety Careers, you will develop skills in the following areas: accident investigation, communications, crime prevention, decision making, emergency vehicle operations, interpersonal relationships, investigative techniques, leadership, Minnesota law, patrol procedures to name a few. You will apply these skills in various simulated and hypothetical situations.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 1997-1998

CAREER
DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM 1997-1998

Vehicle Service Careers
Students will learn the fundamentals of vehicle service by dismantling, testing and replacing a variety of components on a vehicle. Vehicle Service A will focus on ignition fuels and emissions, Vehicle Service B will focus on engines, and Vehicle Service C will focus on drive lines and electronic system components. Students will be able to shadow or intern in an automotive business with access to up-to-date diagnostic equipment.