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Students will develop proficiency in the use of the most widely adopted business application, Microsoft Office Suite. This course is designed as an integrated approach to developing competencies in the utilization of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to collaborate and communicate in the digital age. Course activities will prepare students for Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications (MOS), which are recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE) for one semester hour of lower division college credit. Additionally, students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary for making informed financial decisions; successfully building, maintaining, and protecting financial resources with particular emphasis on saving, budgeting, investing, and risk management (insurance). This course counts as an elective credit.
Students will develop proficiency in the use of the most widely adopted business application, Microsoft Office Suite. This course is designed as an integrated approach to developing competencies in the utilization of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to collaborate and communicate in the digital age. Course activities will prepare students for Microsoft Office Specialist Certifications (MOS), which are recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE) for one semester hour of lower division college credit. Additionally, students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary for making informed financial decisions; successfully building, maintaining, and protecting financial resources with particular emphasis on saving, budgeting, investing, and risk management (insurance). This course counts as an elective credit.
This is one of two foundation courses required for all pathways in the Business Management and Finance Career Cluster and is essential to all pathways. This course provides a foundational understanding of the role of business in a global society, American business as a dynamic process, forms of business ownership, management concepts, marketing, production and distribution, and accounting and finance. Along with a brief historical perspective, business terminology and principles will be emphasized. Students will develop the communication skills that will be necessary for success in the workplace and college while understanding the business world and preparing to meet their career goals and objectives.
This is one of two foundation courses required for all pathways in the Business Management and Finance Career Cluster and is essential to all pathways. This course provides a foundational understanding of the role of business in a global society, American business as a dynamic process, forms of business ownership, management concepts, marketing, production and distribution, and accounting and finance. Along with a brief historical perspective, business terminology and principles will be emphasized. Students will develop the communication skills that will be necessary for success in the workplace and college while understanding the business world and preparing to meet their career goals and objectives.
This course provides students with an introduction to the key concepts of business economics includiing supply, demand, profit, costs and markets and differentiates microeconomics from macroeconomics. The course describes forms of business ownership and discusses the relationship of labor and business, then provides a broad overview of the global economy. Finally, because economics affects every business job, students get a chance to examine careers in business, both as an employee and as a business owner. The second half of the course focuses on the significance and importance of ethics to stakeholders; examine who bears responsibility for ensuring an ethical code is followed; and explore ethical situations common in organizations. The course examines ethics through the lens of various business disciplines, and considers the impact of organizational culture on ethical practices. The course also explores ethics as social responsibility, the evolution of ethics as business becomes more international, and how the free market and organizational ethics can co-exist.
Principles of Accounting provide students with the knowledge that accounting is a process of providing data and information that serves internal and external stakeholders. The second half of this course introduces the fundamentals of management accounting, including manufacturing and cost accounting, budgeting, accounting for managerial decision-making, and fnancial statement analysis. Students learn how to use accounting information for internal decision-making and planning and control. Students also examine career opportunities and the professional certifications and designations earned by individuals in the accounting profession.
This course gives students a thorough introduction to the concepts, tools, and institutions of the financial world and serves as a foundation for the core courses offered by the Academy of Finance. Students begin by learning the basics of financial literacy and the function of finance in society. The second half of this course provides students with an introduction to an overview of banks and other financial services. It introduces students to the origins of money and banking and examines the early history of banking in the United States. Students study the financial services industry and the types of companies it includes in depth. They learn about the services offered by such companies and analyze the ways these companies earn profits. Finally, students examine careers in financial services. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course introduces students to an overview of the job of a financial planner. Students learn to consider how all aspects of financial planning might affect a potential client, and learn about the importance of financial planning in helping people reach their life goals. This course includes lessons on saving, borrowing, credit, and all types of insurance, and covers various types of investments. Students also examine careers in financial planning. The second half of this course delves into the financial concepts introduced in Principles of Finance. Students learn to identify the legal forms of business organization. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the important aspects of finance; including such concepts as profit, sales, the risk-return tradeoff, and the time-value of money. In this course, students read common financial statements and are introduced to business plans. They learn the three most common methods by which businesses raise capital (stocks, bonds, and short-term financing). Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course introduces students to the critical role entrepreneurs play in the national and global economy. Students learn the skills, attitudes, characteristics, and techniques necessary to become successful entrepreneurs. They explore starting a business and learn about the operational issues and financial risks that new businesses face. Students examine ethical issues and develop a framework for managing them. The second half of the course focuses on providing students with an understanding of how and why businesses choose to expand their operations into other countries. This course exposes students to the unique challenges facing firms doing business internationally, and to the potential opportunities available to those businesses. Building on concepts introduced in Principles of Finance, Business in a Global Economy broadens students' understanding of how businesses operate, grow, and thrive in our ever changing world. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This is one of two foundation courses required for all pathways in the Business Management and Finance Career Cluster and is essential to all pathways. This course provides a foundational understanding of the role of business in a global society, American business as a dynamic process, forms of business ownership, management concepts, marketing, production and distribution, and accounting and finance. Along with a brief historical perspective, business terminology and principles will be emphasized. Students will develop the communication skills that will be necessary for success in the workplace and college while understanding the business world and preparing to meet their career goals and objectives.
This is one of two foundation courses required for all pathways in the Business Management and Finance Career Cluster and is essential to all pathways. This course provides a foundational understanding of the role of business in a global society, American business as a dynamic process, forms of business ownership, management concepts, marketing, production and distribution, and accounting and finance. Along with a brief historical perspective, business terminology and principles will be emphasized. Students will develop the communication skills that will be necessary for success in the workplace and college while understanding the business world and preparing to meet their career goals and objectives.
This course is designed to be the second of two sequential accounting courses of the completer requirement for students enrolled in the Financing and Accounting Pathway. This course provides students with accounting knowledge that will prepare them for post-high school levels of education and entry-level positions in the workforce. Focus will be on accounting procedures necessary to address long and short-term assets and investments, long and short-term liabilities, inventory management and accounting ratios used in the decision-making process. A comprehensive study of the accounting procedures used in establishing corporations, declaring and paying dividends, the formation and dissolution of partnerships, distribution of net income and owners' equity statements is included in this course. Career paths for accounting will be examined and the use of accounting knowledge in a variety of career clusters is also explored. Awareness of ethical issues and application of ethical decision-making models will be reinforced throughout the course. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course is designed to be the second of two sequential Business Management courses of the completer requirement for students enrolled in the Business Management pathway. This course provides students with the knowledge that will prepare them for post-high school levels of education and entry-level positions in the workforce. Focus will be on the role of business in society, the changing nature of contemporary business practice, major management concepts and theories, the processes of management (functional, operational, human relations), business law and ethics, and business communications. Career paths will be examined and the use of business management knowledge in a variety of career clusters is also explored. Awareness of ethical issues and application of ethical decision-making models will be reinforced throughout the course. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course is designed to be the second of two sequential Business Management courses of the completer requirement for students enrolled in the Business Management pathway. This course provides students with the knowledge that will prepare them for post-high school levels of education and entry-level positions in the workforce. Focus will be on the role of business in society, the changing nature of contemporary business practice, major management concepts and theories, the processes of management (functional, operational, human relations), business law and ethics, and business communications. Career paths will be examined and the use of business management knowledge in a variety of career clusters is also explored. Awareness of ethical issues and application of ethical decision-making models will be reinforced throughout the course. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course is designed to be the second of two sequential Business Management courses of the completer requirement for students enrolled in the Business Management pathway. This course provides students with the knowledge that will prepare them for post-high school levels of education and entry-level positions in the workforce. Focus will be on the role of business in society, the changing nature of contemporary business practice, major management concepts and theories, the processes of management (functional, operational, human relations), business law and ethics, and business communications. Career paths will be examined and the use of business management knowledge in a variety of career clusters is also explored. Awareness of ethical issues and application of ethical decision-making models will be reinforced throughout the course. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course introduces students to the essential concepts of marketing theory and the foundations, functions and benefits of marketing in a free enterprise system. Marketing requires a skilled, professional understanding of consumer behavior and economic trends in order to gain a competitive advantage in today's global marketplace. Throughout the Introduction to Marketing course, students will use and incorporate technologies to conduct research and communicate. Students will integrate their knowledge of legal issues, the importance of ethics, and social responsibilities in marketing. Students will understand and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and develop an appreciation of human diversity. By the end of this course, students will have a solid understanding of the many diverse career opportunities in the field of marketing. Successful completion of this course will earn one credit.
This course introduces students to the essential concepts of marketing theory and the foundations, functions and benefits of marketing in a free enterprise system. Marketing requires a skilled, professional understanding of consumer behavior and economic trends in order to gain a competitive advantage in today's global marketplace. Throughout the Introduction to Marketing course, students will use and incorporate technologies to conduct research and communicate. Students will integrate their knowledge of legal issues, the importance of ethics, and social responsibilities in marketing. Students will understand and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and develop an appreciation of human diversity. By the end of this course, students will have a solid understanding of the many diverse career opportunities in the field of marketing. Successful completion of this course will earn one credit.
This course is designed to be the second of two sequential marketing courses of the completer requirement for students enrolled in the Marketing Program of Study. The Advanced course builds on the concepts studied in Introduction to Marketing by giving students in-depth, comprehensive project-based learning opportunities. Students will apply their understanding of consumer buying behavior and relationships, the tools and techniques used by organizations that identify the factors that influence marketing strategy decisions, market segmentation and target marketing, and other considerations in order to create a written professional marketing plan. Throughout the course, students will use strong interpersonal skills and incorporate technologies when conducting primary and secondary research. Students will integrate their knowledge of legal issues, ethics, diversity and social responsibilities in developing their marketing plan. Students will continue to explore the many diverse career opportunities in the field of marketing
This course will allow students to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in previous business pathway courses through the completion of a final capstone project. The capstone project is a personally-designed, independently conducted activity which will enable the student to further their knowledge/skills in an approved end-of-course final project. The capstone project will involve intense problem-solving in their chosen business pathway and offer the student the opportunity to think critically about a subject of profound interest to them. Successful completion of this course will earn one credit.
This course will allow students to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in previous business pathway courses through the completion of a final capstone project. The capstone project is a personally-designed, independently conducted activity which will enable the student to further their knowledge/skills in an approved end-of-course final project. The capstone project will involve intense problem-solving in their chosen business pathway and offer the student the opportunity to think critically about a subject of profound interest to them. Successful completion of this course will earn one credit.
This course will allow students to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in previous business pathway courses through the completion of a final capstone project. The capstone project is a personally-designed, independently conducted activity which will enable the student to further their knowledge/skills in an approved end-of-course final project. The capstone project will involve intense problem-solving in their chosen business pathway and offer the student the opportunity to think critically about a subject of profound interest to them. Successful completion of this course will earn one credit.
This course will allow students to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in previous business pathway courses through the completion of a final capstone project. The capstone project is a personally-designed, independently conducted activity which will enable the student to further their knowledge/skills in an approved end-of-course final project. The capstone project will involve intense problem-solving in their chosen business pathway and offer the student the opportunity to think critically about a subject of profound interest to them. Successful completion of this course will earn one credit.
This course intern experience exposes the student to a broad array of soft, workplace skills: critical thinking, teamwork, decorum, ethics, creativity, time management, ingenuity, honesty, problem-solving, comportment, and a solid understanding of the importance of excellent written and oral communication skills. It provides a valuable foundation for any career the student chooses to pursue in the future. All NAF internships are coordinated by the NAF Academy teachers and follow the NAF guidelines.
NAF develops and offers students a sequenced set of work-based learning experiences that culminates in paid or unpaid internships as defined by the NAF Internship Gold Standards. These standards provide academies with criteria for high quality internships for high school students.
This is a course of the characteristics, functions and applications of computers. It includes the concepts and principles of problem solving and computer programming. Emphasis is placed on microcomputers and application software packages, such as word processors, spreadsheets, and graphics.
This course introduces students to the evolving field of cybersecurity. Students learn about cyber-attacks and techniques for identifying, detecting, and defending against common cybersecurity threats. Students learn about software and hardware, network, Internet, and wireless security as well as a foundation for a more advanced study of cybersecurity
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This course examines the importance of computer operating systems. Discussion includes how basic computer concepts relate to an operating system and what functions the systems perform. Operating systems for PCs and UNIX-based systems are discussed
This course is an introduction to the development of programs for the web. Students study good programming design and development techniques for the web using advanced HTML, DHTML, JavaScript, and Perl. Prerequisites CIS 111 or CIS 119 or CSI 131 or have instructor permission before enrolling. Course fee.
Prerequisite(s): (CIS 111) or (CIS 119) or (CSI 131)
This course offers in-depth coverage of the current risks and threats to an organization's data as well as the strategies for safeguarding critical electronic assets. The course provides a foundation for those responsible for protecting network services, devices, traffic, and data. Additionally, Fundamentals of Network Security prepares students for further study in more specialized security fields. The course provides a foundation for those preparing for the Computing Technology Industry Association's (CompTIA) Security+ Certification exam.
This course is a work-based learning experience with an employer for a specific period of time. The experience may be paid and must be related to the career and specific curriculum in which the student is enrolled. It is an opportunity for the student to supplement/integrate classroom learning with learning from a related work setting. A student registers for one to four credits of Cooperative Education in the curriculum in which he/she is enrolled.
This HCC course covers the characteristics and functions of the Assembly programming language. The student learns how to solve application problems using the Assembly language. Students code and debug Assembly programs during computer laboratory activities.
Cooperative Education experiences are work-based learning experiences with an employer for a specific period of time. The experience may be paid and must be related to the career and specific curriculum in which the student is enrolled. It is an opportunity for the student to supplement/integrate classroom learning with learning from a related work setting. A student registers for one to four credits of Cooperative Education in the curriculum in which he/she is enrolled.
This is an introductory course designed for users of UNIX. It is taught using the Linux operating system. The student learns to create, remove, edit and rename files, directories and subdirectories; compose, send, receive and print electronic messages; and compose, edit and format short text files using the UNIX editors. The UNIX shell, kernel and utility programs are covered. Shell programming is introduced. Only offered in the spring semester. Course fee.
This course enable students a learning focus on three pathway areas: Graphic Design, Digital Media, and Interactive Media. Emphasis will be placed on group project development, and individual portfolio development. Upon successful completion of this course, students will gain a foundational working knowledge of graphic design, digital media and Interactive Media.
This course enable students a learning focus on three pathway areas: Graphic Design, Digital Media, and Interactive Media. Emphasis will be placed on group project development, and individual portfolio development. Upon successful completion of this course, students will gain a foundational working knowledge of graphic design, digital media and Interactive Media.
This course enable students a learning focus on three pathway areas: Graphic Design, Digital Media, and Interactive Media. Emphasis will be placed on group project development, and individual portfolio development. Upon successful completion of this course, students will gain a foundational working knowledge of graphic design, digital media and Interactive Media.
This course provides students the opportunity to continue their learning of the three pathway areas. Emphasis will be placed on group project development, project management, and individual portfolio development. Students will update their IMP Project Portfolio with exemplars of their best work. Students will advance their knowledge and skills in multimedia design and production through project planning and product development. Students will demonstrate the use of multiple tools and modalities in the production process.
This capstone course enables students to apply what they learned in their previous academic and IMP classes to complete a challenging, client-driven project. Students work in teams to design and create a solution to satisfy or fill a client’s need or want. Students are also expected to refine the products that comprise their portfolio to meet the specifications identified by the affiliate partner. Student teams make progress reports to their peers, meet regularly with their clients, and exchange constructive criticism and consultation. At the end of the course, teams present their projects to industry partners for feedback and professional review. This course equips students with the independent study skills that they will need in postsecondary education and careers in Interactive Media Production.
This course engages students with little or no programming experience to create Java programs. Participants are introduced to object-oriented programming concepts, terminology, and syntax, and the steps required to create basic Java programs using Alice, Greenfoot, and Eclipse interactive development environments. Hands-on practices figure prominently throughout this course so students can experience firsthand the power of computer programming.
This course provides the student with the fundamental concepts and methods of statistical analysis while employing programming and scripting skills. Course topics include graphical and numerical representations of data, probability and data distributions, parameter estimation, and hypothesis testing. R programming language will be used to collect, prepare, and organize data throughout the semester.
This course engages students with little programming experience. Students are introduced to object-oriented concepts, terminology, and syntax, and the steps required to create basic Java programs using hands-on, engaging activities. Students will learn the concepts of Java programming, design object-oriented applications with Java and create Java programs using hands-on, engaging activities
This course provides the student with the fundamental concepts and methods of statistical analysis while employing programming and scripting skills. Course topics include graphical and numerical representations of data, probability and data distributions, parameter estimation, and hypothesis testing. R programming language will be used to collect, prepare, and organize data throughout the semester.
This course builds on the skills gained by students in Java Fundamentals and helps to advance Java programming skills. Students will design object-oriented applications with Java programs using hands-on, engaging activities.
The course provides students with a survey of both theoretical and practical aspects in the field of data science. Course topics include an overview of the data science field, data manipulation and flow, artificial intelligence and machine learning, testing, sorting, preparing, and cleaning data sets, and cross-validation. Students will develop skills in relevant programming and scripting languages such as R and Python and be able to make inferences using results from data summaries.
This course introduces students to basic relational database concepts. The course teaches students relational database terminology, as well as data modeling concepts, building Entity Relationship Diagrams (ERDs), and mapping ERDs. Oracle SQL Developer Data Modeler is utilized to build ERDs and The Structured Query Language (SQL) is used to interact with a relational database and manipulate data within a database. Oracle Application Express is utilized to provide practical, hands-on, engaging activities. Leveraging project-based learning techniques, students will create and work with projects which challenges them to design, implement, and demonstrate a database solution for a business or organization.
This course engages students to analyze complex business scenarios and create a data model – a conceptual representation of an organization’s information. Participants implement their database design by creating a physical database using SQL. Basic SQL syntax and the rules for constructing valid SQL statements are reviewed. This course culminates with a project that challenges students to design, implement, and demonstrate a database solution for a business or organization.
This course introduces students to PL/SQL, Oracle’s procedural extension language for SQL and the Oracle relational database. Participants explore the differences between SQL and PL/SQL. They also examine the characteristics of PL/SQL and how it is used to extend and automate SQL to administer the Oracle database. This course culminates with a project that challenges students to program, implement, and demonstrate a database solution for a business or organization.
This courses consists of a series of subjects and topics. It must equate to two credits and satisfy the minimum hours listed per subject or topic. Subjects and topics include Emergency Medical Technician or Emergency Medical Responder, Fire Fighter I, Truck Company Fireground Operations, and Hazardous Materials Operations.
This courses consists of a series of subjects and topics. It must equate to two credits and satisfy the minimum hours listed per subject or topic. This is designated as a concentrator course and includes Fire Fighter II, Rescue Technician – Site Operations, and Rescue Technician – Vehicle and Machinery Extrication.
This course leads to Cisco Certified Network Association (CCNA) certification, introduces the architectures, models, protocols, and networking elements that connect users, devices, applications and data through the internet and across modern computer networks - including IP addressing and Ethernet fundamentals. By the end of the course, students can build simple local area networks (LANs) that integrate IP addressing schemes, foundational network security, and perform basic configurations for routers and switches.
NCCER's Core curriculum is an introduction to the construction industry and provides instruction in basic safety, construction math, tools, construction drawings, material handling, employability skills and construction industry. Students will receive NCCER badges for each module completed, and completers of the entire program will receive their NCCER Cor badge. Successful completion of this course earns one credit toward the Advanced Technology Education - CTE Program of Study.
This program examines the role of supply chain logistics in the economy and explains the importance of warehousing. Understanding how logistics works and how it can be an asset in the implementation of supply is the focus of this training. Through Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) certifications, students will demonstrate mastery of the core competencies of material handling at the front-line (entry-level to front-line supervisor) through successful completion of the logistics certification assessments. Students may complete a one-day training that includes both classroom and hands-on training for first-time forklift drivers. Successful completion of this course earns one credit toward the Advanced Technology Education - CTE Program of Study.
The Help Desk Program is a gateway position into many careers in the IT field. A Security+ certification validates proficiency in: security knowledge of threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities; technologies and tools; architecture and design; identity and access management; risk management; and cryptography and PKI. Students will take four classes within the Help Desk course: Basic Networking Concepts, Security+ certification Prep, Exam Prep & Review, and IT Job Readiness. Successful completion of this course earns one credit toward the Advanced Technology Education- CTE Program of Study.
This program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to gain skills as a social media marketer. This program's primary goal is to prepare students for entry-level or internship roles as support within an office setting. The purpose of the Insurance Help Desk Professional I technical certificate is to provide the academic and occupational skills training necessary to prepare students for high-growth careers and entrepreneurial opportunities in the insurance and financial services industry. Students will take part in theory and practical experiences that emphasize competency in the following content areas: consultancy, customer service, front-line underwriting, quotations, claims, and agency management systems. Successful completion of this course earns one credit toward the Advanced Technology Education- CTE Program of Study.
This curriculum will prepare students to take two certification exams: Windows Client (MD-100) and Windows Modern Desktop Administrator (MD-101). Upon achieving these two certifications, a cumulative certification the Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate is also awarded. This certification validates mastery in managing and deploying devices and client applications in an enterprise environment. With successful certification, participants may apply for positions in IT such as Computer Support Technician, Help Desk, Desktop Support, and System Administrator roles. Successful completion of this course earns one credit toward the Advanced Technology Education- CTE Program of Study.
In Technological Design, engineering scope, content, and professional practices are presented through practical applications. Students in engineering teams apply technology, science, and mathematics concepts and skills to solve engineering design problems and innovate designs. Student's research, develop, test, and analyze engineering designs using criteria such as design effectiveness, public safety, human factors, and ethics.
In Technological Design, engineering scope, content, and professional practices are presented through practical applications. Students in engineering teams apply technology, science, and mathematics concepts and skills to solve engineering design problems and innovate designs. Student's research, develop, test, and analyze engineering designs using criteria such as design effectiveness, public safety, human factors, and ethics.
In Technological Design, engineering scope, content, and professional practices are presented through practical applications. Students in engineering teams apply technology, science, and mathematics concepts and skills to solve engineering design problems and innovate designs. Student's research, develop, test, and analyze engineering designs using criteria such as design effectiveness, public safety, human factors, and ethics.
Advanced Design Applications focuses on the three dimensions of technological literacy ”knowledge, ways of thinking and acting, and capabilities” with the goal of students developing the characteristics of technologically literate citizens. It employs teaching/learning strategies that enable students to explore and deepen their understanding of "big ideas" regarding technology and makes use of a variety of assessment instruments to reveal the extent of understanding.
Advanced Design Applications focuses on the three dimensions of technological literacy ”knowledge, ways of thinking and acting, and capabilities” with the goal of students developing the characteristics of technologically literate citizens. It employs teaching/learning strategies that enable students to explore and deepen their understanding of "big ideas" regarding technology and makes use of a variety of assessment instruments to reveal the extent of understanding.
Advanced Design Applications focuses on the three dimensions of technological literacy ”knowledge, ways of thinking and acting, and capabilities” with the goal of students developing the characteristics of technologically literate citizens. It employs teaching/learning strategies that enable students to explore and deepen their understanding of "big ideas" regarding technology and makes use of a variety of assessment instruments to reveal the extent of understanding.
This course is a series of authentic project learning experiences that energizes learners to identify passion projects and inspires them to imagine innovative solutions to real-world issues in partnership with career experts. Learners engage in self-reflection, research, and investigation with finance competencies, and Future Ready Passports guide them through deep dives into cryptocurrencies and blockchain, UX Design, Service Learning, and Sports and Data analytics. Insurance introduces learners to the insurance industry and its critical role in the financial services sector and society. The course covers the purpose and uses of the most common types of insurance, including life, health and disability, property, liability, and various forms of commercial insurance. Learners use the foundational information gained in Principles of Finance to deepen their understanding and explore new insurance concepts. They examine the industry's business model and the role that underwriting, actuarial science, and investment practices determine an insurance company's financial success.
Advanced Technological Applications will finalize the technical skill set necessary for successful completion of the desired industry-based examination. The course is standards-based, with engineering-related curricula designed for upper-level high school students. Students will acquire an engineering and technical base that prepares them for entry into the workforce as a technician or skilled generalist, or to continue studies at a local community college. Students will select, evaluate, and use diverse data to make informed decisions about their design or solution and communicate their analysis and solution to diverse audiences, while using a variety of platforms and materials.
Advanced Technological Applications will finalize the technical skill set necessary for successful completion of the desired industry-based examination. The course is standards-based, with engineering-related curricula designed for upper-level high school students. Students will acquire an engineering and technical base that prepares them for entry into the workforce as a technician or skilled generalist, or to continue studies at a local community college. Students will select, evaluate, and use diverse data to make informed decisions about their design or solution and communicate their analysis and solution to diverse audiences, while using a variety of platforms and materials.
Advanced Technological Applications will finalize the technical skill set necessary for successful completion of the desired industry-based examination. The course is standards-based, with engineering-related curricula designed for upper-level high school students. Students will acquire an engineering and technical base that prepares them for entry into the workforce as a technician or skilled generalist, or to continue studies at a local community college. Students will select, evaluate, and use diverse data to make informed decisions about their design or solution and communicate their analysis and solution to diverse audiences, while using a variety of platforms and materials.
This program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to gain skills as a social media marketer. This program's primary goal is to prepare job seekers for entry-level or internship roles as marketers. This program will provide preparatory instruction for the Microsoft Outlook exam, MO-400. In addition, students will learn to harness the power of Outlook to track and schedule marketing campaigns using Outlook’s content calendar feature. Students who complete this program will have a basic understanding of the broad spectrum of Social Media Marketing principles and some baseline tools to begin a marketing campaign. Successful completion of this course earns one credit toward the Advanced Technology Education- CTE Program of Study.
This program is designed to prepare students for entry level positions in the administrative and clerical fields. Jobs in this field span every industry and offer an entry point into many fields of interest. Microsoft Office Suite proficiency is the most requested technical skill in this job category. Participation in this program will help students become competitive in this job market by providing an in-depth exploration of four of these applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. Students will take certification exams in Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Participants that pass all three exams will be awarded the cumulative certification as a Microsoft Office Specialist. Successful completion of this course earns one credit toward the Advanced Technology Education- CTE Program of Study.
Advanced Technological Applications will finalize the technical skill set necessary for successful completion of the desired industry-based examination. The course is standards-based, with engineering-related curricula designed for upper-level high school students. Students will acquire an engineering and technical base that prepares them for entry into the workforce as a technician or skilled generalist, or to continue studies at a local community college. Students will select, evaluate, and use diverse data to make informed decisions about their design or solution and communicate their analysis and solution to diverse audiences, while using a variety of platforms and materials.
Advanced Technological Applications will finalize the technical skill set necessary for successful completion of the desired industry-based examination. The course is standards-based, with engineering-related curricula designed for upper-level high school students. Students will acquire an engineering and technical base that prepares them for entry into the workforce as a technician or skilled generalist, or to continue studies at a local community college. Students will select, evaluate, and use diverse data to make informed decisions about their design or solution and communicate their analysis and solution to diverse audiences, while using a variety of platforms and materials.
Advanced Technological Applications will finalize the technical skill set necessary for successful completion of the desired industry-based examination. The course is standards-based, with engineering-related curricula designed for upper-level high school students. Students will acquire an engineering and technical base that prepares them for entry into the workforce as a technician or skilled generalist, or to continue studies at a local community college. Students will select, evaluate, and use diverse data to make informed decisions about their design or solution and communicate their analysis and solution to diverse audiences, while using a variety of platforms and materials.
Advanced Technological Applications will finalize the technical skill set necessary for successful completion of the desired industry-based examination. The course is standards-based, with engineering-related curricula designed for upper-level high school students. Students will acquire an engineering and technical base that prepares them for entry into the workforce as a technician or skilled generalist, or to continue studies at a local community college. Students will select, evaluate, and use diverse data to make informed decisions about their design or solution and communicate their analysis and solution to diverse audiences, while using a variety of platforms and materials.
This course, the second courses leading to the Cisco Certified Network Association (CCNA) certification, focuses on switching technologies and router operations that support small-to-medium business networks and includes wireless local area networks (WLANs) and security concepts. Students learn key switching and routing concepts. They can perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate LAN security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN.
Advanced Technological Applications will finalize the technical skill set necessary for successful completion of the desired industry-based examination. The course is standards-based, with engineering-related curricula designed for upper-level high school students. Students will acquire an engineering and technical base that prepares them for entry into the workforce as a technician or skilled generalist, or to continue studies at a local community college. Students will select, evaluate, and use diverse data to make informed decisions about their design or solution and communicate their analysis and solution to diverse audiences, while using a variety of platforms and materials.
This course introduces students to the history, responsibilities, and career opportunities within the engineering technology field. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students study report writing, calculator usage, data collection and analysis, measurement systems, geometry, right triangle trigonometry, and basic computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheet applications. Also examined are the ethical standards that guide engineering practices.
This course is part of the Harford Youth Workforce Investment program and instruction is provided by Harford Community College. The Linux+ Certification Prep course covers the exam objectives tested on the industry certification Linux+, awarded by CompTIA. Students will learn command line, installation, configuration, and basic networking applications. The goal of this course is to prepare students to pass the nationally recognized CompTIA Linux+ certification exam.
This course is part of the Harford Youth Workforce Investment program and instruction is provided by Harford Community College. Students in the Dental Assistant program will learn dental terminology, disease transmission, disinfection and sterilization, dental anatomy, dental records and charting, instrumentation, impressions and castings, radiation health and safety, insurance, and billing front desk responsibilities. This course also provides x-ray training that qualifies students to sit for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Radiation Health and Safety Examination. This course does not include a clinical component. Students will have the option to take the clinical course with Harford Community College within six months of completing this course. Students must be 17 years old to participate.
This course is part of the Harford Youth Workforce Investment program and instruction is provided by Harford Community College. This course focuses on general emergency care, airway management, patient assessment, EMS foundations and EMS operations. The program includes American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) as well as a field internship. Students must be 17 years old to participate.
This course is part of the Harford Youth Workforce Investment program and instruction is provided by Harford Community College. This course focuses on computer basics for Allied Health, HIPAA compliance, medical terminology, business writing, medical office processes, and includes American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR training. With successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Medical Administrative Assistant exam. Students must be 17 years old to participate.
This Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) approved course prepares students to safely perform delegated nurse functions with clients of any age and various levels of physical, sensory, motor, and emotional ability. Preparation for certification with the MBON and the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (GNA) examination included. The clinical class provides instruction in the College CNA lab and allows students to provide direct patient care in a long-term care facility. Students will be under the direction of the Nursing Assistant instructor at all times while at clinical. Successful completion of this course earns one credit toward the Advanced Technology Education- CTE Program of Study.
This course focuses on child development birth through adolescence with emphasis on infant and toddler development or preschool development for the chosen pathway. Theories of development, the role of caregivers, family, health, safety and contemporary issues will be introduced. Students will explore special challenges to growth and development and will have opportunities for guided observation of children in a variety of settings. Students will begin to compile artifacts and written competency statements that are aligned with the required Child Development Associate (CDA) portfolio guidelines for infant and toddler care or preschool. Students will explore career pathways in Early Childhood Education and Child Care.
This course focuses on learning environments for preschool care.
Students will explore the relationship of health, nutrition and safety to learning. Students will establish strategies to support a safe, healthy learning environment that provides appropriate mealtime experience and promotes good nutrition for preschool care while meeting best practice and regulated requirements for quality learning environments. Students will continue to explore physical and cognitive development and competencies for preschool care. The preschool classroom environment will support social and emotional development and provide opportunities for positive guidance. Students will continue to develop components of a professional CDA Preschool portfolio.
The internship is the culminating course for both the Infants and Toddlers and the Preschoolers pathways in the Child Development Associate (CDA) Program of Study. This course provides opportunities for students to link course content to theory in early childhood education as well as apply knowledge in a classroom setting. Students will complete the CDA Infants and Toddlers or Preschool professional portfolio and prepare for the CDA certification exam and site visit. Students will be required to obtain experiential learning hours in a licensed program serving the age group for the Child Development Associate that the student is working towards.
The internship is the culminating course for both the Infants and Toddlers and the Preschoolers pathways in the Child Development Associate (CDA) Program of Study. This course provides opportunities for students to link course content to theory in early childhood education as well as apply knowledge in a classroom setting. Students will complete the CDA Infants and Toddlers or Preschool professional portfolio and prepare for the CDA certification exam and site visit. Students will be required to obtain experiential learning hours in a licensed program serving the age group for the Child Development Associate that the student is working towards.
The internship is the culminating course for both the Infants and Toddlers and the Preschoolers pathways in the Child Development Associate (CDA) Program of Study. This course provides opportunities for students to link course content to theory in early childhood education as well as apply knowledge in a classroom setting. Students will complete the CDA Infants and Toddlers or Preschool professional portfolio and prepare for the CDA certification exam and site visit. Students will be required to obtain experiential learning hours in a licensed program serving the age group for the Child Development Associate that the student is working towards.
TBasic command and staff principles are introduced and include an overview of organizational roles and responsibilities. Leadership strategies, managing conflict, leading others, planning and communications skills are evaluated to improve organizational effectiveness. Career planning is also investigated. Cadets at this level can acquire battalion staff positions and responsibilities and help integrate improvements in the local JROTC program and community. Cadets evaluate their personal management skills and help prepare and lead meetings and continuous improvement plans as supervisors. Career action planning occurs in course and Cadets develop a career portfolio to showcase their JROTC program and academic achievements. Cadets utilize decision-making strategies for neutralizing prejudice in relationships and to negotiate an agreement. Cadets take a leadership stance on their response to substances such as tobacco, alcohol and drug use. They explore response strategies for substance abuse situations. Cadets will create a service-learning plan, helping to organize teams and their roles in the project schedule. Citizenship and Government lessons will look deeper at the citizen’s role in society as contribution to a strong community.
This course provides Cadets multiple opportunities to manage and lead in the battalion, in the school, and their respective communities. Students learn and practice the leadership role in continuous improvement, recognizing team attitudes that contribute to achieving personal and battalion goals. Cadets are challenged to identify personal management and accountability strategies and develop a 10-year plan for professional and personal success. Students apply motivation strategies to teams and use effective communication models to provide feedback to others for encouragement and improvement. Drill leadership opportunities include executing company and battalion drills. AJROTC 4 provides Cadets an opportunity to manage a service-learning project, using several project management tools. Citizenship and Government lessons will examine how competing principles and values challenge the fundamental principles of society. Cadets develop solutions for future challenges to citizen rights.
This course builds upon the mastery of AJROTC 1 skills and abilities, providing Cadets with new and more challenging opportunities in leadership development. Cadets are introduced to the elements of leadership, encouraging the analysis of personal leadership attributes and their relationship to program goals. Cadets examine their own leadership competencies and style and the role they play in teams. The course focuses on the concept of good leaders being effective communicators, with writing, listening, and speaking as essential outcomes. Cadets will begin to see how their strengths relate to their career interests and begin to explore post-secondary options. Students learn the value in making good choices and decisions. Students learn nutrition, body image, and the elements of good health, using decision-making and goal setting in their plans for life-long health. LET 2 Cadets an opportunity to participate and evaluate the effectiveness of a service-learning project. Citizenship and Government lessons introduce Cadets to the purpose of government and the role of the U.S. Constitution on democracy and the rights of its citizens.
In this course students are introduced to content that will develop leadership skills. Students are exposed to the traditions, organizational structure, and disciplines of JROTC and begin putting into practice customs and courtesies important in the program. Students study personal behavioral preferences, interpersonal skills and abilities, and strategies to help build personal success -- in the high school classroom, the JROTC program, and the community. The course introduces Cadets to the discipline and structure of military drill. Students develop and use decision-making skills, identify goals, and address strategies for handling conflict, both internal and with others. Students examine ways to address and manage stress in life.
This course Introduces computer science concepts that include: algorithm analysis, agile methodologies and programming design and problem solving utilizing a contemporary programming language and psuedocode. Topics include principles of procedural programming, software development lifecycle, debugging techniques, unit testing, control structures, data structures, functions, arrays, file processing, Big-O notation and Scrum/Kanban/SAFe methodologies.
VPA 201: Visual and Performing Arts Survey
This course introduces students to the areas of visual arts, dance, music, and theater through an exploration of representative works. This experience enhances self-expression and provides a better understanding of the human experience.
This course is required of students enrolled in the construction program. Students will examine the different aspects of the construction field through a series of classes designed to strengthen their knowledge of technical systems. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course is required of students enrolled in the manufacturing program. Students will examine the different aspects of the manufacturing field through a series of classes designed to strengthen their knowledge of technical systems. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course is required of students enrolled in the automotive program. Students will examine the different aspects of the automotive field through a series of classes designed to strengthen their knowledge of technical systems.
This course is required of students enrolled in the automotives program. Students will examine the different aspects of the automotives field through a series of classes designed to strengthen their knowledge of technical systems. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This is a basic course in contemporary agricultural science topics, an overview of the applications of current and emerging technologies in animal, plant, food, fiber mechanical and environmental sciences, as well as natural resources management. Timely industry issues will be examined with local, regional, national and global perspectives. Biotechnology, agro terrorism, biofuels, land use, legislation, and alternative agricultural enterprise opportunities are examples of topics to be examined, as well as more traditional agricultural production in the form of individual and group activities. Career exploration, FFA and business management fundamentals will prepare students for continued agriscience studies. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course will introduce students to basic farm and shop tools and equipment. Skills, safe operation, maintenance and repairs are stressed. Topics include basic electricity, small engines, plumbing, masonry, construction and welding. Instruction includes limited hands-on opportunities in the laboratory and on the school farm. Individual and group work is common. Successful completion of this course will earn one credit.
This course will cover fundamentals of agribusiness practices including basic accounting principles, business management skills and market research. Students will develop business plans and build entrepreneurial skills through various group and individual projects. School based entrepreneurial projects are available. Successful completion of this course will earn on credit.
This course explores basic plant science principles: culture, propagation, identification, and integrated pest management using edible and ornamental crops. Traditional container, in-ground and hydroponics culture are traditional hands-on opportunities. Floriculture and interior plant usage will be practiced on campus. Greenhouse production and management skills will be developed in the classroom and the school greenhouse. Students will be introduced to occupational opportunities in the field of horticulture. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course will continue the study of plant science with an emphasis on the production of nursery crops including ornamental and environmental trees and shrubs. Studies will also include landscape design and turf management with an introduction to landscape architecture, as well as continued development of industry skills and knowledge further preparing students for various industry occupations.
This course will continue to develop real-world problem solving skills in the horticultural industries. The safe use, management and maintenance of common industry equipment will be refined. Practical landscape design, implementation and maintenance will be practiced on the school campus. Emerging uses for alternative and traditional agronomic and biotech enhanced crops will be explored. Leadership and employment skills will be become internalized through practice during programmed plant sales at the school-based retail garden shop. Successful completion of this course earns two credits.
This course focuses on developing professional design skills by studying fresh flower identification, selection, use and care. Hands-on production typically includes traditional and seasonal arrangements, corsages and boutonnieres. Students will be introduced to specialty work including weddings and other culturally significant events. Please note: there are limited opportunities for creativity and individual expression at this introductory level. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course continues to build floral industry design, business and leadership skills with the production of more creative and demanding floral productions. Foliage plant culture and identification and the use of permanent and preserved flowers are explored. Planning of special events such as weddings and programmed school sales offer opportunities for multiple customer consultations, market research, and production opportunities. The on-site retail shop offers practice of real world management applications. Successful completion of this course earns one one credit.
This course continues to build on previous knowledge and skills related to applying the elements and principles of design to the arrangement of flowers. Emphasis is placed on the history of floral design, marketing and promotion, sales skills, and pricing design work. Seniors take charge of the student-run floral shop, which provides arrangements for school and community customers. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course will study basic principles of animal science and related agribusinesses. Topics include exploration of careers and current events, and the production, reproduction, nutrition and health management of animal species with focus on dairy and beef cattle, swine, sheep, goats and equine. Students will receive opportunities for various hands-on activities with a number of large animal species on the small-scale school farm as both individual and group opportunities. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course will continue their animal science studies focusing on the intricacies of equine science and management. Topics include more in-depth studies of equine breeds, anatomy and physiology, selection, uses, reproduction, nutrition and health. Specifically associated agribusinesses and the economic importance of the equine industries on the local, state, regional, national and global levels will be covered in individual and group activities. Hands-on activities will be available on the small-scale school farm. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides an opportunity for students to learn and experience a SOHO network to introduce some basic networking concepts such as cabling, addressing, wireless, and security, and teaches students how to plan, deploy, and troubleshoot a small network. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides an opportunity for students to learn and practice theory and procedures associated with the automotive electrical steering, suspension, braking, fuel (including fuel injection), and emission control systems. Students develop skill in the use of electrical measuring devices, computerized engine analyzers, and diagnosis of computer related systems. Successful completino of this course earns three credits.
This course provides an opportunity for students to learn and experience the theory and operation of the automotive transmission system. Opportunity is provided for students to use state-of-the-art computerized wheel balancing and alignment equipment on customer-related work. Throughout the course, skills in basic math, reading, and writing are reinforced. Successful completion of this course earns two credits.
This course provides an opportunity for students to learn and experience introductory computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level ICT professionals. The curriculum covers the fundamentals of PC computer technology, networking, and security, and also provides an introduction to advanced concepts. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides the opportunity for students to gain the knowledge and skills to earn the ASE Student Certification for Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair. Using I-CAR (an industry-recognized training program) curriculum, students complete assignments and tasks related to body panel repair; metal finishing; movable glass; metal welding and cutting; and plastic repair. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides an opportunity for students to combine an ethical methodology with the hands-on application of security tools to better help students secure their systems. Students are introduced to common countermeasures that effectively reduce and/or mitigate attacks. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides students with opportunity to learn and practice skills associated with precision machining of all types of metals. Students use both hand and machine tool operations to construct complex projects that require accurate measuring in both decimal and metric scales. Computer numerical control lathes and mills are used to develop basic skills and understanding of modern technology. Successful completion of this course earns two credits.
This course gives students opportunity to learn and practice welding skills on complex projects using shielded metal arc and gas metal arc (Mig) welding practices and techniques. Students design, plan, and construct projects using modern manufacturing and fabrication technology. Successful completion of this course earns two credits.
This course provides an opportunity for students to learn and practice skills associated with oxyacetylene, shielded metal arc and gas tungsten arc (Tig). Students who successfully complete this course are given opportunity to become certified welders by achieving passing scores on tests administered by an independent testing laboratory. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides an opportunity for students to use small and medium business sized networks to take concepts such IP addressing, switching, routing, WAN technologies, and security to the next level. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This foundation course provides an overview of engineering and engineering technology and exposes students to major concepts they'll encounter in a postsecondary engineering course of study. Topics include mechanisms, energy, statics, materials, and kinematics. They develop problem-solving skills and apply their knowledge of research and design to create solutions to various challenges, document their work and communicate solutions. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course will begin with safety procedures within the construction craft. International Residential Code (IRC) certification will begin and students will have an opportunity to take two certification exams in the 11th grade and two certification exams in the 12th. Transit leveling, floor systems, wall, and ceiling framing will be practiced with "hands on” tasks. Roof framing, sheathing, and exterior finishes will be applied. Portfolio development rubrics are in place and give the opportunity to have students at the beginning of the year to apply for real project management positions within the class structure. An introduction to facility management and job opportunities in that field will be developed through an actual work order process within the school. Successful completion of this course earns two credits.
This foundation course introduces students to applied digital logic, a key element of careers in engineering and engineering technology. This course explores the smart circuits found in all modern electronic devices such as mobile phones, MP3 players, laptop computers, digital cameras and high-definition televisions. Students are introduced to the process of combinational and sequential logic design, engineering standards and technical documentation. This course is designed for 10th and 11th grade students. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course focuses on broadening the student's skills and knowledge in residential, commercial, and industrial light, power, and control wiring. Content includes interpreting and use of the national electrical code, calculating circuit capacity by reading, drawing, and analyzing electrical schematics, diagrams, and blueprints, and installing and maintaining light, power, audio, video, signal, and alarm circuits. Successful completion of this course earns two credits.
This specialization course explores the evolution of flight, navigation and control, flight fundamentals, aerospace materials, propulsion, space travel, and orbital mechanics. In addition, this course presents alternative applications for aerospace engineering concepts. Students analyze, design, and build aerospace systems. They apply knowledge gained throughout the course in a final presentation about the future of the industry and their professional goals. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides an opportunity for students to gain knowledge and experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning systems. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course is designed to give students hands-on experience in the design, installation, repair, and maintenance of residential, commercial, and industrial heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning systems. Students learn state and local HVAC codes to ensure proper installation and will participate in the residential house construction project. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides an opportunity for students to learn and experience CompTIA Security+ is an international, vendor-neutral certification that demonstrates competency in: Network security, Compliance and operational security and Threats and vulnerabilities. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides an opportunity for students to learn and experience architectural design of residential structures. Also, students will use CAD programs for 3D modeling/solid editing. Students will learn to render 3D drawings (making the drawings look photo-real.) Students will also learn to animate a 3D drawing (to show movement). Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This specialization course explores the interrelationship and dependence of the fields of civil engineering and architecture on each other. Students apply their knowledge to the design and development of residential and commercial properties and structures. In addition, students use 3D design software to design and document solutions for major course projects. Students communicate and present solutions to their peers and member of a professional community of engineers and architects. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides opportunity for students in the hands-on practical use and performance of activities directed toward a general understanding and skill in a variety of printing occupations. Students gain skill in both technical and operational fundamentals, which include an overview of the offset printing industry, desktop publishing, electronic pre-press, platemaking, offset press operations, and bindery and finishing procedures in a modern computerized laboratory. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides an opportunity for students to learn communication principles and concepts, technical information, and operational experiences necessary for desktop publishing and electronic pre-press to support the offset printing process. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course will give students the opportunity to perform advanced technical procedures and applied science as they relate to graphic communications. Students will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and skill in advanced desktop publishing, electronic pre-press, press operation, job estimating, paper selection, fundamentals of shop management, and employment preparation. Successful completion of this course earns two credits.
This capstone course will allow students to work in teams to design and develop an original solution to a valid open-ended technical problem by applying the engineering design process. Students perform research to choose, validate, and justify a technical problem. After carefully defining the problem, teams design, build, and test their solutions while working closely with industry professionals who provide mentoring opportunities. At the end of the course, student teams present and defend their original solution to an outside panel. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
These two courses (CT27/CT55) provide the foundation for students interested in pursuing careers in a wide variety of allied health fields. Course content includes medical terminology, medical math, basic anatomy and physiology, rehabilitation concepts, team building and professionalism. Basic skills such as temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure are introduced and practiced. Students are exposed to a variety of career opportunities in the health care field via speakers, classroom activities and field trips. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides opportunity for students to acquire knowledge and skills in the care and beautification of the hair, complexion, and hands. Students acquire skill in shampoos, rinses, and scalp treatments; hair styling, setting, cutting, coloring, tinting, and lightening; permanent waving; giving facials; and manicuring. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides opportunity for students to gain knowledge in bacteriology, anatomy, hygiene, sanitation, and customer relations, as well as advanced skills in hair design, cutting, and coloring. Students gain experience in basic shop operations, appointment setting, and processes and practices. They also have the opportunity to practice cosmetology on adult day care clients at no charge. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides opportunity for students to gain knowledge in bacteriology, anatomy, hygiene, sanitation, and customer relations, as well as advanced skills in hair design, cutting, and coloring. Students gain experience in basic shop operations, appointment setting, and processes and practices. They also have the opportunity to practice cosmetology on adult day care clients at no charge. Successful completion of this course earns two credits.
This course emphasizes preparation for the state board of cosmetology examination and completion of 1500 clock hours of instruction in theory and practical skills. Students gain skill in the operation of the school's cosmetology clinic and practice professional cosmetology on customers. They also can participate in the Career Research and Development Program. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides students with an opportunity to learn and use basic techniques and equipment to prepare food for commercial restaurant and retail distribution. Students gain experience and skill in following safety and sanitation procedures, using tools and equipment, measuring ingredients, following recipes, utilizing kitchen staples, preparing stocks and sauces, and demonstrating professionalism. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides students with an opportunity to learn and practice commercial food preparation skills. Students utilize principles of nutrition, menu planning, cooking, and baking to prepare a variety of foods for customers of the "Thomas Run Inn.” Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides students an opportunity to organize, manage, and operate the "Thomas Run Inn” and "Cobra's Cove.” Students gain experience and skill in customer service, inventory and ordering, food costing, banquet set-up and plate presentation. They also have the opportunity to earn ServSafe Sanitation Management certification. Successful completion of this course earns four credits.
This introductory course provides a foundation for students interested in pursuing careers in a wide variety of allied health fields. Course content includes medical terminology, medical math, basic anatomy and physiology, rehabilitation concepts, team building and professionalism. Basic skills such as temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure and height and weight are learned. Students are exposed to a variety of career opportunities in the health care field via speakers, classroom activities, and field trips. At the end of this course, students will choose to pursue the Nursing Assistant or Sports Technician tract. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This program is a joint venture between the Harford County Public Schools, the Association of Volunteer Fire and Emergency Medical Services of Harford County and the Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute of Maryland (MFRI). This one-year program provides (a) state certification in the area of fire, rescue, and emergency medical skills and techniques, and (b) a Career and Technology Education program completer status for registered students. Individuals electing this program must register in the Career Research and Development Program and receive one credit for the first course. Upon completion of the program, students will receive four credits, and will be Career and Technology Education (CTE) program completers and receive articulated credits through the University of Maryland at College Park. The program will encompass one full year of half days. Successful completion of this course earns four credits.
This course will introduce students to Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness guidelines, concepts, and action plans. Emphasis will be placed on unique aspects of public safety and public health. The course will explore the various methodologies for intelligence gathering and dissemination and will introduce students to various local, state, and federal assets. Students will prepare an action plan that includes initial notification, emergency response (on and off scene), and recovery. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course provides an introduction to the biomedical sciences through exciting "hands-on” projects and problems. Student work involves the study of human medicine, research processes and an introduction to bio-informatics. Students investigate the human body systems and various health conditions including heart disease, diabetes, sickle-cell disease, hypercholesterolemia, and infectious diseases. A theme through the course is to determine the factors that led to the death of a fictional person. After determining the factors responsible for the death, the students investigate lifestyle choices and medical treatments that might have prolonged the person's life. Key biological concepts including: homeostasis, metabolism, inheritance of traits, feedback systems, and defense against disease are embedded in the curriculum. Engineering principles including: the design process, feedback loops, fluid dynamics, and the relationship of structure to function are incorporated in the curriculum where appropriate. The course is designed to provide an overview of all the courses in the Biomedical Sciences program and to lay the scientific foundation necessary for student success in the subsequent courses. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course will engage students in the study of basic human physiology, especially in relationship to human health. The human body is a complex system requiring care and maintenance. Students will use a variety of monitors to examine body systems (respiratory, circulatory, and nervous) at rest and under stress, and observe the interactions between the various body systems. Students will use LabView® software to design and build systems to monitor body functions. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course includes interventions to support humans in treating disease and maintaining health. Student projects will investigate various medical interventions that extend and improve quality of life, including gene therapy, pharmacology, surgery, prosthetics, rehabilitation, and supportive care. Students will study the design and development of various medical interventions including vascular stents, cochlear implants, and prosthetic limbs. They will review the history of organ transplants and gene therapy, and read current scientific literature to be aware of cutting edge developments. Using 3-D imaging software and current scientific research, students will design and build a model of a therapeutic protein. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This capstone course gives student teams the opportunity to work with a mentor, identify a science research topic, conduct research, write a scientific paper, and defend team conclusions and recommendations to a panel of outside reviewers. Each team will have one or more mentors from the scientific and/or medical community guiding their scientific research. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course will introduce students to Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness threats to public safety and health, decontamination, protection, detection and identification, and planning concepts. Emphasis will be placed on the utilization of science to protect the public against chemical and biological threats. The course will explore the various methodologies, capabilities and limitations for individual and collective protection, handheld and fixed detection, and field sampling and laboratory identification. Students will prepare a chemical and biological incident response plan as an end of course assessment. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course will focus on developing the student's scientific research, problem solving and writing skills. Emphasis will be placed on research and analysis, technical writing, team dynamics, and laboratory analysis and skills. The course will actively engage the student in market survey techniques, technical publication layout and design, team building skills and role play, and proper implementation of laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This class will introduce students to multiple aspects of criminal justice and law enforcement. Students will explore the criminal process, various forces that impact law enforcement, and the rights of citizens. Students will understand the difference between juvenile and adult justice, and classifications of different crimes. This class will give students a general knowledge needed for students to enter various law enforcement careers at the federal, state, and local levels. Successful completion of this course earns one credit. Note: Students earning an "A" or "B" are eligible to receive credit through Harford Community College under the articulation agreement. See your teacher for further information.
This class will continue the student's knowledge of criminal justice and law enforcement. In this course students will be introduced to evidence collection, analysis, and forensic examination. The role of law enforcement officials as a first responder will also be discussed as well as the duties of police officers. Students will also identify various careers in law enforcement. Successful completion of this course earns one credit. Note: Students earning an "A" or "B" are eligible to receive credit through Harford Community College under the articulation agreement. See your teacher for further information.
INTRODUCTION TO GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND REMOTE SENSING Course I will introduce students to Geographic Information System (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) technology through academic study and applied instruction. This course is the foundation of the STARS Entry-Level GIS Technician Certification. Teachers and students will use a locally customized Geographic Information System (GIS) to learn about their local community. They will use the same data, imagery and software that NASA uses to study their state, county and school campus. SKILL-BASED TRAINING FOR GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND REMOTE SENSING Course II will help the student learn the skills required to work on and/or build a Geographic Information Systems/Remote Sensing project. Students and teachers will follow a course of hands-on instruction to learn skills ranging from introductory digital mapping to image analysis. In this second course on the path to STARS Entry-Level GIS Technician Certification, students are introduced to each skill with a real world application and led in the problem solving process. Follow-up applied practice application will direct the student to apply acquired skills to cases in the local community using the supplied data. This repetition will set the stage for further student driven projects.
ADVANCED SKILL-BASED TRAINING FOR GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND REMOTE SENSING Course III will continue to help students learn the skills required to work on and/or build a Geographic Information Systems/Remote Sensing project. Students and teachers will follow a course of hands-on instruction to learn skills ranging from introductory digital mapping to image analysis. Through Course I and Course II, students learned some of the basic skills necessary to GIS. In Course III, students will learn to apply those skills. Students will learn and apply Spatial Analyst and 3D Analyst. The ArcGIS Spatial Analyst extension allows students to examine the spatial relationships within a specific area as well as study site suitability. The ArGIS 3D Analyst extension allows students to gain a different perspective on their environment by modeling surfaces three dimensionally. Students will also learn methods of integrating external hardware in order to incorporate real time data from GPS units in order to accurately survey their community. Combined with a trouble-shooting unit and general review of skills acquired in Course II, Course III can become an invaluable tool. S.T.A.R.S. COURSE IV GEOSPATIAL APPLICATION PROJECT Course IV is the final course in the STARS Certification series. In the beginning of this course, students will use the Project Management Model to discuss and build a campus-wide base map. Once finished with the base map, each student selects one of the campus-based projects to complete. Each of the "final" projects are designed to let the students put their Geospatial skills to use. Each student will need to complete one project and achieve a 70% or higher on the written STARS exam to become STARS certified.
The Internship/Capstone Experience is the culminating course for the Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Program. This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to extend and apply their classroom learning in one of the career areas of Homeland Security Sciences, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement, or Information/Communications Technology. Students will have the option of completing an industry-mentored project, internship, or enrolling in a post-secondary course. They will play an integral part in determining which type of experience will be most beneficial and supportive of their individual goals. At the end of the course, students will compile a working portfolio which documents their academic and technical skill attainment and present it for critique. Subject to administrative approval, students will enroll in approved post-secondary courses in lieu of completing a project or internship. Links between secondary and post-secondary institutions will be established to allow students to dual enroll in criminal justice or environmental technology-related courses, receiving both high school and college credit.
This course will begin researching careers and will take a variety of career and interest assessments. Students will begin to develop a portfolio demonstrating workplace and academic readiness. Students will learn how to effectively plan for their future incorporating both employment, education and training goals, begin developing financial literacy skills, and integrate the Maryland's Skills for Success as they begin to manage their career choices and educational choices. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course will begin researching careers and will take a variety of career and interest assessments. Students will begin to develop a portfolio demonstrating workplace and academic readiness. Students will learn how to effectively plan for their future incorporating both employment, education and training goals, begin developing financial literacy skills, and integrate the Maryland's Skills for Success as they begin to manage their career choices and educational choices. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course will begin researching careers and will take a variety of career and interest assessments. Students will begin to develop a portfolio demonstrating workplace and academic readiness. Students will learn how to effectively plan for their future incorporating both employment, education and training goals, begin developing financial literacy skills, and integrate the Maryland's Skills for Success as they begin to manage their career choices and educational choices. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course will begin researching careers and will take a variety of career and interest assessments. Students will begin to develop a portfolio demonstrating workplace and academic readiness. Students will learn how to effectively plan for their future incorporating both employment, education and training goals, begin developing financial literacy skills, and integrate the Maryland's Skills for Success as they begin to manage their career choices and educational choices. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course will begin researching careers and will take a variety of career and interest assessments. Students will begin to develop a portfolio demonstrating workplace and academic readiness. Students will learn how to effectively plan for their future incorporating both employment, education and training goals, begin developing financial literacy skills, and integrate the Maryland's Skills for Success as they begin to manage their career choices and educational choices. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course involves students applying the knowledge gained in the first course to the practical experience of their work-based learning placement. Students will continue building a career portfolio that demonstrates proficiencies in workplace readiness, personal financial management, personal growth and development, and employment experiences. Students will learn to plan effectively for their future incorporating employment, education and training goals, building financial literacy skills, and integrating the Maryland's Skills for Success as they begin to manage their career and educational choices. An alternative to the Career Development, Preparation and Transition course will be a dual enrollment option through Harford Community College with HD103- Career and Life Planning. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course involves students applying the knowledge gained in the first course to the practical experience of their work-based learning placement. Students will continue building a career portfolio that demonstrates proficiencies in workplace readiness, personal financial management, personal growth and development, and employment experiences. Students will learn to plan effectively for their future incorporating employment, education and training goals, building financial literacy skills, and integrating the Maryland's Skills for Success as they begin to manage their career and educational choices. An alternative to the Career Development, Preparation and Transition course will be a dual enrollment option through Harford Community College with HD103- Career and Life Planning. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course involves students applying the knowledge gained in the first course to the practical experience of their work-based learning placement. Students will continue building a career portfolio that demonstrates proficiencies in workplace readiness, personal financial management, personal growth and development, and employment experiences. Students will learn to plan effectively for their future incorporating employment, education and training goals, building financial literacy skills, and integrating the Maryland's Skills for Success as they begin to manage their career and educational choices. An alternative to the Career Development, Preparation and Transition course will be a dual enrollment option through Harford Community College with HD103- Career and Life Planning. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course is designed to assist each student to become more aware of the processes of career and life planning and their relationship to interests, values, abilities and goals. It prepares the student to establish, change or confirm career goals through investigation and integration of the theory of the developmental process of career decision-making, self-analysis and a survey of career information.
The Work-Based Learning Coordinator will coach and assist students as they secure employment based on the results from career research, interest inventories, and aptitude assessments taken in the Career Research and Development course and the Career Development, Preparation, and Transition. This workplace component is mentored, on-the-job training enables students to receive the knowledge, skills, and appropriate attitudes needed to be successful in today's workplace. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
The Work-Based Learning Coordinator will coach and assist students as they secure employment based on the results from career research, interest inventories, and aptitude assessments taken in the Career Research and Development course and the Career Development, Preparation, and Transition. This workplace component is mentored, on-the-job training enables students to receive the knowledge, skills, and appropriate attitudes needed to be successful in today's workplace. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
The Work-Based Learning Coordinator will coach and assist students as they secure employment based on the results from career research, interest inventories, and aptitude assessments taken in the Career Research and Development course and the Career Development, Preparation, and Transition. This workplace component is mentored, on-the-job training enables students to receive the knowledge, skills, and appropriate attitudes needed to be successful in today's workplace. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
Students are required to complete one year of related classroom instruction. The classroom instruction can be offered prior to or simultaneously with the work-based learning experience. The school systems Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator and designees are responsible for ensuring that this is reflected on the student’s schedule and that credit is are earned towards high school graduation. In addition, the related classroom instruction must assist the student in meeting the goals outlined in the student training plan. The Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator and/or designees must collaborate with the classroom instructors and the Eligible Employer to coordinate the design of a realistic training plan that meets the needs of the Eligible Employer and the capacity of the classroom instructor and school district.
Students are required to complete one year of related classroom instruction. The classroom instruction can be offered prior to or simultaneously with the work-based learning experience. The school systems Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator and designees are responsible for ensuring that this is reflected on the student’s schedule and that credit is are earned towards high school graduation. In addition, the related classroom instruction must assist the student in meeting the goals outlined in the student training plan. The Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator and/or designees must collaborate with the classroom instructors and the Eligible Employer to coordinate the design of a realistic training plan that meets the needs of the Eligible Employer and the capacity of the classroom instructor and school district.
"This course is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied theory. The students have a clinical rotation in long-term care experience and obtain the required clinical hours qualifying them to obtain their Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification. This course also includes a classroom component which continues the required theory for certification. In the classroom, students are further able to reinforce the concepts they have learned during their clinical experience. Successful completion of this course earns two credits. Note: Students earning an "A" or "B" in this program are eligible to receive credit through Harford Community College under the articulation agreement. See your teacher or counselor for further information."
The first part of a work-based learning experience which takes place at a work-site and must be a paid experience (at least minimum wage). All three parts of WBL experience must cumulate to a minimum of 450 hours. This experience is directed by the WBL agreement provided by the school system and a student work plan developed among the student, WBL coordinator, and eligible employer. The student work plan identifies the appropriate competencies, duties, tasks and outcomes in academic, technical, and workplace readiness areas that apply directly to the student’s goals for a specific work-related placement.
The first part of a work-based learning experience which takes place at a work-site and must be a paid experience (at least minimum wage). All three parts of WBL experience must cumulate to a minimum of 450 hours. This experience is directed by the WBL agreement provided by the school system and a student work plan developed among the student, WBL coordinator, and eligible employer. The student work plan identifies the appropriate competencies, duties, tasks and outcomes in academic, technical, and workplace readiness areas that apply directly to the student’s goals for a specific work-related placement.
The second part of a work-based learning experience which takes place at a work-site and must be a paid experience (at least minimum wage). All three parts of WBL experience must cumulate to a minimum of 450 hours. This experience is directed by the WBL agreement provided by the school system and a student work plan developed among the student, WBL coordinator, and eligible employer. The student work plan identifies the appropriate competencies, duties, tasks and outcomes in academic, technical, and workplace readiness areas that apply directly to the student’s goals for a specific work-related placement.
Course Description: The second part of a work-based learning experience which takes place at a work-site and must be a paid experience (at least minimum wage). All three parts of WBL experience must cumulate to a minimum of 450 hours. This experience is directed by the WBL agreement provided by the school system and a student work plan developed among the student, WBL coordinator, and eligible employer. The student work plan identifies the appropriate competencies, duties, tasks and outcomes in academic, technical, and workplace readiness areas that apply directly to the student’s goals for a specific work-related placement.
The third part of a work-based learning experience which takes place at a work-site and must be a paid experience (at least minimum wage). All three parts of WBL experience must cumulate to a minimum of 450 hours. This experience is directed by the WBL agreement provided by the school system and a student work plan developed among the student, WBL coordinator, and eligible employer. The student work plan identifies the appropriate competencies, duties, tasks and outcomes in academic, technical, and workplace readiness areas that apply directly to the student’s goals for a specific work-related placement.
Course Description: The third part of a work-based learning experience which takes place at a work-site and must be a paid experience (at least minimum wage). All three parts of WBL experience must cumulate to a minimum of 450 hours. This experience is directed by the WBL agreement provided by the school system and a student work plan developed among the student, WBL coordinator, and eligible employer. The student work plan identifies the appropriate competencies, duties, tasks and outcomes in academic, technical, and workplace readiness areas that apply directly to the student’s goals for a specific work-related placement.
This course emphasizes types of technically oriented, practical report writing skills necessary to develop progress reports, proposals and recommendation reports. Through individual assignments, students learn the techniques of definition, description of a mechanism and a process, clarification, analysis and interpretation.
This course will explore best practices for the care of infants and toddlers. The importance of nurturing relationships will be discussed, along with how to turn caregiving routines into learning opportunities. Attention will be given to how partnerships can be formed with families and children, including those from diverse backgrounds. Issues important to the effective care of very young children will be addressed including: special needs, breastfeeding, SIDs prevention, effective environments, and equity.
This course presents best practices in the care of children from ages five through twelve. Topics covered include development and learning theories, effective environments, the importance of relationships, curriculum development, selection of age-appropriate materials, forming partnerships with families, and current trends in the field of school-age child care. Considerations when caring for children from diverse backgrounds, including children with disabilities, will be discussed.
This survey course of contemporary mathematics and applications is intended for nonmath, non-science majors. Topics include logic, introductory probability and statistics, financial management, and mathematical modeling.
This course emphasizes the development of a design. Through hands-on projects, students apply engineering standards and document their work. Students use industry standard 3D modeling software to help them design solutions to solve proposed problems, document their work using an engineer's notebook, and communicate solutions to peers and members of the professional community. This course satisfies the technology education requirement normally met with Foundations of Technology. Successful completion of this course earns one credit.
This course covers all learning objectives in the College Board’s new Computer Science Principles Framework. This approach provides the opportunity for students to get AP credit for earning a qualifying score on the AP Computer Science Principles exam. CSP aims to develop computational thinking, generate excitement about career paths that use computing, and introduce professional tools that foster creativity and collaboration. The course also aims to build students’ awareness of the tremendous demand for computer specialists and for professionals in all fields who have computational skills. Units focus one or more computationally intensive career paths. Students use Python® as a primary tool and incorporate multiple platforms and languages for computation. Students practice problem solving with structured learning experiences and progress to open-ended projects and problems that require them to develop planning, documentation, communication, and other professional skills.
This course is a work-based learning experience with an employer for a specific period of time. The experience may be paid and must be related to the career and specific curriculum in which the student is enrolled. It is an opportunity for the student to supplement/integrate classroom learning with learning from a related work setting. A student registers for one to four credits of Cooperative Education in the curriculum in which he/she is enrolled.
Cooperative Education experiences are work-based learning experiences with an employer for a specific period of time. The experience may be paid and must be related to the career and specific curriculum in which the student is enrolled. It is an opportunity for the student to supplement/integrate classroom learning with learning from a related work setting. A student registers for one to four credits of Cooperative Education in the curriculum in which he/she is enrolled.
This is an introductory course taught in the C/C++ language. Students learn to define, solve, code, enter, test, debug and document solutions to programming problems. The imperative/procedural programming standard is used for software design in the course. Course Fee.