Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Students will develop skills beginning with an understanding of the basic elements and concepts of double-entry accounting systems. Skills will include knowledge of the accounting cycle, entering transactions in journals, posting to ledgers, compiling end-of-period worksheets, adjusting and payroll systems, and writing communication examples. 

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Accounting I

Students will analyze transactions involving departmental purchases, sales, cash receipts, and payments. Students will learn different methods of reporting prepaid and accrued expenses and income. Students will complete a simulation on partnerships and corporate financial activities. The student is exposed to transactions affecting capital stocks and bonds and corporate financial reports. The student becomes familiar with the basic principles of cost accounting found both in a service and a manufacturing business. The student will also be able to make basic management decisions by analyzing financial statements to determine what financial changes have taken place from one fiscal period to the next. 

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit

Grade: 12

Prerequisite: AP Computer Science A or Mobile Maker II.

Other Info: JHS only.

Students will choose the Linux or Swift track to focus their learning in this capstone class on the skills and content knowledge required to take the professional certification exam. 

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Other Info: Articulated with ECC BUS 113 (Business Law).

Students will identify law as it applies to our common experiences. Students will investigate the nature and kinds of laws; civil vs. criminal law, courts and the court system, legal rights and duties, how contracts are made, and when they are void or voidable. Students will compare and contrast buyer and seller, legal relations, the differences between real property and personal property, and landlord and tenant legal relations. Students will investigate the rights of holders of commercial paper and the liability of parties involved, including bailments, warranties, and product liability. Students will become engaged in a Mock Trial, playing the roles involved in a trial.

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course utilizes the Internet and multi-media software to develop and create brochures, invitations, calendars, signs, and advertisements. The primary software used is Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator. Students will create, format, illustrate, design, edit, and print publications. 

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.

In the classroom portion of the Work Program, students will complete the process of finding a job, beginning a job, keeping a job, and leaving a job. Students will gain an understanding of the importance of human relation skills, communication skills, and mathematical skills needed to be a success in the world of work. Students will investigate the legal aspects of employment. 

Length: May be taken for 1 semester or 2 semesters (each semester is scheduled as a double period,­ may also be combined with early release in order to provide robust internship experience). 

Credit: 1.0 units/2.0 units 

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: 2.5 unweighted GPA (cumulative).

Other Info: An application and interview are required prior to enrollment in the program for the following school year.

The District 300 Internship Program is a partnership between the high schools and the industrial, business, professional and service communities of the Fox Valley area. The program provides students with an opportunity for hands-on career exploration allowing them to observe daily operations, dialogue with personnel, and gain an understanding about how a particular job/career functions within a total system. Interns receive credit per semester per district guidelines. Interns are not paid and devote a total of 55 to 65 hours over a semester to their internship (ten hours are spent doing career related course work with the program coordinator). An application and interview are required prior to enrollment in the program for the following school year.

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Other Info: DCHS and JHS only

Students will provide first-line technical support resolving general device problems. Students will be trained to support end-users to ensure that all calls and problems are dealt with quickly and effectively. Troubleshooting hardware, basic network concepts, supporting new technologies, and repairing devices are taught in a hands-on class atmosphere. Students gain an understanding of how a help desk functions and the role of customer service in today’s world of technology. 

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit

Grade: 9, 10 (API approval for 11, 12)

Other Info: Meets the Global Economics Graduation Requirement. 

In this course, students will survey an array of topics and concepts related to the field of business. Students will become acquainted with an overview of the American economic system, forms of business organization, small business ownership, human resources, marketing, and management. Topics also include banking, finance, the role of government in business, consumerism, credit/investment, and management. The course will also expose students to the varied opportunities in business, accounting, management, and related career fields. Lastly, get the information you need to buy and insure a car, obtain credit, save and invest your money, and manage a checking account.

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Other Info: JHS only 

Orientation-level course designed to develop awareness and understanding of application software and equipment used by employees to perform tasks in business, marketing and management. Students will apply problem -solving skills to hands-on, real-life situations using a variety of software applications including HTML, spreadsheet software, app design and microcontrollers as well as coding and understand how the programming of these applications relates to computer concepts, operating systems, telecommunications and emerging technologies. The development of employability skills, as well as transition skills, will be included in the course as well as an understanding of the ethical considerations that arise in using information processing equipment and gaining access to available databases. 

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1 unit

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Other Info: JHS only

Description: Students will plan, design, create and maintain web pages and sites. Students will learn the fundamentals of web page design using HTML, HTML editors, and graphic editors as well as programming tools such as JavaScript. Students will work in a project-based environment to create a working website. Students will learn to create pages, add hyperlinks, make tables and frames, create forms, integrate images, and set styles. Software used: Dreamweaver, Fireworks, and Flash. 

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1 unit

Grade: 9 (API approval for 10, 11, 12)

Other Info: JHS only

Description: This course is designed to develop awareness and understanding of application and equipment used by employees to perform tasks in business, marketing and management. Students will apply problem-solving skills to hands-on, real-life situations using a variety of software applications. The development of employability, skills, as well as transition skills, will be included in the course as well as an understanding of the ethical considerations that arise in using technology equipment and gaining access to available databases.

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Other Info: Articulated with ECC MKT 103 (Marketing).

Students will demonstrate knowledge of the scope and importance of the field of marketing and distribution. Students will develop a basic knowledge, attitude and skills needed for entering the field of marketing and management. Students will be introduced to marketing research, product design, pricing, packaging, publicity, international marketing, and entrepreneurship.

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1 unit

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Introduction to Programming Design 

Other Info: JHS only

Description: Mobile Maker I is the first of two skill-level courses designed to develop computer programming and program design skills through the use of various programming languages such as Visual Basic, C#, Java, and other object-oriented languages. Students will be exposed to the fundamentals of system analysis and design (e.g. flowcharting, diagramming, system design and planning), and the systems development life cycle. Instruction will include basic programming tools that are common to many programming languages. These may include items such as input/output statements, constants, assignment statements, string and numeric variable types, conditional processing, and branching and looping control structures. Students will learn programming techniques such as counting, averaging, rounding, and generation of random numbers to develop a good programming technique. Students will apply what they learn to create programs and applications that solve real world business related problems. Students will create programs to store, locate and retrieve data. 

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1 unit

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Mobile Maker I and Introduction to Programming Design

Other Info: JHS only

Description: MobileMakersStudio is a second-year course where students continue to advance and create applications for mobile devices using a variety of commercial and open source software. This course typically addresses the installation and modification of these applications, as well as customer service skills to handle user issues. Mobile Maker II will focus specifically on Swift programming skills, and apply design-forward skills to investigate a client's needs and develop a mobile app solution. Using client management and dev team methods from the industry, students grow their interpersonal and management skills, in a classroom designed to act as a working development studio. Students leave the class internship ready, having worked with clients to create and build an app from ideation to working app.

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is a skill-level course designed to prepare students to plan, design, create and maintain web pages and sites. Students will learn the fundamentals of web page design using HTML, HTML editors, and graphic editors as well as programming tools. Students design logical, creative frames and screen presentations incorporating sounds, graphics, animations, paint and draw programs. Software used: Photoshop, Adobe CC, Web Blender, Frames 4, Audacity, Mixcraft and Comic Life.

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Multimedia I

Students create more advanced screen presentations, video editing, video special effects, sound editing, music editing, finalizing video for DVD format, Podcasting, and basic game design. Software used: WebBlender, Audacity, Mixcraft and Adobe Master Collection CS4 (Photoshop, Soundbooth, After Effects, Premier Pro, Encore, Contribute and On Location).

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Essential Technology

Other Info: JHS only.

Industry Credential: CompTIA-NEtwork+?

Networking Fundamentals is a skill-level course designed to provide students with the skills needed to setup, configure, test, troubleshoot, maintain, and administer a data network using various network operating systems such as Novell, Windows, and Linux. Instruction will include network planning decisions, such as choosing an appropriate network configuration, determining the performance level requirements considering the differences among operating systems. This course builds on the skills introduced in IT Fundamentals and Essential Technology courses. Students learn how to connect and install multiple computers and peripherals together to create a computer network. Students build, configure, and maintain network servers along with installing and configuring various network operating systems such as Novell, Windows, and Linux. Students learn to use troubleshooting services, system monitoring utilities, and data backup and recovery systems. Other topics include learning how to connect various network components such as servers, computers, and printers together using data cabling, hubs, and switches. Students learn to run, terminate, and troubleshoot data cabling. In addition, students learn how to install and upgrade software across the network, as well as map drives and share resources such as printers, software, and files. The course includes setting up and configuring various network services such as TCP /IP, DHCP, DNS, VPN, terminal services, e-mail, and web services. Students learn how to secure and protect network servers and data as well as setting up and configuring a firewall, intrusion detection system, and encryption software for identifying and preventing potential network attacks.

Length: 2 semesters 

Credit: 1.0 unit (depending on the job, this may be extended to a double period for 2.0 units-may also be combined with early release in order to maximize time on the job)

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.

In On-The-Job, the student is placed in a job approved by the teacher/coordinator. The student is required to work at a part-time job a minimum of 15 hours per week. The job is a training station and credit is given for on-the-­job training. 

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units 

Grade: 10, 11, 12 

Prerequisite: Minimum 3.0 GPA

Other Info: JHS only. Course can be taken one or both semesters.

Description: Peer tutors are academically strong sophomores, juniors, and seniors.  To be accepted into the peer tutoring program, candidates must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.  Candidates must also maintain an average or above grade in all classes to remain eligible to tutor. After initial orientation and additional training, peer tutors will serve as resources for their fellow classmates during the school day.  Students who elect to take this course will be required to attend all tutor training, complete all tutor hours, and complete all assignments.

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Other Info: Meets the Global Economics Graduation Requirement 

This course is designed to make students successful in life! Students begin by planning their future through career & college exploration. They will then learn to manage their money by exploring different banking and investments options, such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, IRAs, 401Ks, etc. Students will also spend time exploring the process of home and car buying. This course enables students to become educated consumers in our society. It also fills their consumer education requirement for graduation. 

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1 unit

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Introduction to Programming Design

Other Info: JHS only

Description: Programming Design and Applications is the first of two skill-level courses designed to develop computer programming and program design skills through the use of various programming languages such as Visual Basic, C#, Java, and other object -oriented languages. Students will be exposed to the fundamentals of system analysis and design (e.g. flowcharting, diagramming, system design and planning), and the systems development life cycle. Instruction will include basic programming tools that are common to many programming languages. These may include items such as input/output statements, constants, assignment statements, string and numeric variable types, conditional processing, and branching and looping control structures. Students will learn appropriate programming techniques and apply what they learn to create programs and applications that solve real world business related problems. Students will create programs and apps to store, locate and retrieve data.

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Other Info: Articulated with ECC MKT 105 (Sales).

Students will demonstrate a broad knowledge and understanding of the general principles of advertising and sales. The student will be prepared, as realistically as possible, for the business world. Students will discuss communication skills, advertising, publicity, sales promotion, and advertising layout. The student will complete an oral sales presentation as the culminating activity for the class. 

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 9 (API approval for 10, 11, 12)

Prerequisite: Multimedia I

Description: The Video Game Design/Programming course will offer students experience in solving problems by applying a design development process. This beginner course will introduce students to Game Maker programming language to develop computer games. Often using solid modeling computer design software, students will develop, analyze, and test product solutions models as well as communicate the features of those models. This course will also prepare students to use technology in a proficient and responsible manner in school, the workforce and in every day life.

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Other Info: DCHS and HHS only.

Web Site Construction instructs students how to design and develop web sites. Students will use html language, graphics, buttons, and make animated movies to build web pages. Software used: Dreamweaver, Fireworks and Flash. 

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1 unit

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Introduction to Web Development and Design or Web Development

Other Info: JHS only

Description: This course is designed to develop an awareness and understanding of application and equipment used by employees to perform tasks in business, marketing and management. Students will apply problem-solving skills to hands-on, real-life situations using a variety of software applications. The development of employability, skills, as well as transition skills, will be included in the course as well as an understanding of the ethical considerations that arise in using technology equipment and gaining access to available databases.

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1 unit

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Web Development Management and Ethics

Other Info: JHS only

Description: Web Page and Interactive Media Development I is a skill-level course designed to prepare students to plan, design, create and maintain web pages and sites. Students will learn the fundamentals of web page design using HTML, HTML editors, and graphic editors as well as programming tools such as JavaScript. Students will work in a project-based environment to create a working website. Students will learn to create pages, add hyperlinks, make tables and frames, create forms, integrate images, and set styles. Students will use image-editing programs to manipulate scanned images, computer graphics, and original artwork. Instruction will include creating graphical headers, interactive menus and buttons, and visually appealing backgrounds. Students will use hardware and software to capture, edit, create, and compress audio and video clips.

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1 unit

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Web Page and Interactive Media Development I

Other Info: JHS only

Description: Web Page and Interactive Media Development II is a skill-level course for students who have completed Web Page and Interactive Media Development I. Instruction will include using multimedia authoring applications and programming tools such as JavaScript to create a web site that combines text, hyperlinks, images, video, and sound. Instruction will include using hardware and software to capture, edit, create, and compress audio and video clips as well as create animated text, graphics, and images. Other topics will include using tables to align images with text, creating newspaper-style columns, and inserting side menus and call-outs. Students will learn how to use templates, cascading style sheets and interactive elements to enhance web pages. Students will learn to create dynamic forms that include multiple-choice questions, comment boxes, and buttons. Students will learn how to connect to a database and retrieve and write data. Students are encouraged to develop a portfolio project that demonstrates their expertise in areas such as multimedia authoring, web development, audio and video editing, and advanced JavaScript applications to create interactive web pages.

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Other Info: JHS only

Students will learn techniques of working with birth to three year olds. Students will discover the importance of the early years in infants’ and toddlers’ physical, cognitive, social and emotional development. 

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Child Development I.

Other Info: JHS only

Students will focus on growth, development, and issues related to preschoolers through 9- year olds. Students will explore the areas of development, physical, emotional, social, and intellectual. Health and safety issues and observing young children will be discussed. Careers related to the child care field will be identified. 

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Students will be introduced to the principles and practices of working with food and culinary equipment. Students will practice the basic skills and knowledge necessary for food preparation by planning, preparing, and evaluating a variety of simple, economical, and nutritious dishes. Areas of focus include baking, egg products, and grains. Students will survey careers in the areas of hospitality.

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Culinary Arts I.

Students will expand upon principles and methods of cookery. Areas of focus include the preparation of yeast breads, soups, meats, and the development of knife skills. Students will continue to develop and refine skills regarding safety, sanitation, kitchen management techniques and survey careers in the areas of hospitality. 

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Culinary Arts II

Industry Credential: ServSafe Food Handling

Students will focus on pastry preparation, cake preparation and decoration, ethnic cuisines, and influences on cuisine and quick prep dinner dishes. Students will continue to refine and develop skills regarding safety, sanitation, nutrition, kitchen management techniques, and personal qualities for employment success. Students will also demonstrate a small commercial food service experience.

Length: 1 semester (scheduled as double period for one semester)

Credit: 1 unit 

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Culinary Arts III

Industry Credential: ServSafe Allergens

Students will advance skills in safety and sanitation, including HACCP. Students will demonstrate garnishing and flavor concepts. Students will examine cultural influences, regional cuisine and careers in the hospitality industry. Students will apply concepts of kitchen management and food service operations to implement a restaurant experience. 

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Other Info: Articulated with IIA-S FMM 100 (Survey of the Fashion Industry).

Students will evaluate how the field of fashion merchandising is incorporated in global society. Students will interpret the influence of design in merchandising selection and presentation. Students will explore techniques that are incorporated in marketing, advertising, and consumer behavior. Students will evaluate higher education and career opportunities in fashion merchandising through authentic situations.

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 2.0 units

Grade: 12

Other Info: An application and interview are required prior to enrollment in the program for the following school year.

Textbook and lab fees are paid by the student. Counts as Strand 3. ABC School of Cosmetology offers classes leading to licensure in Barbering. Enrollment is limited. 

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 2.0 units

Grade: 12

Other Info: An application and interview are required prior to enrollment in the program for the following school year.

Textbook and lab fees are paid by the student. Counts as Strand 3. ABC School of Cosmetology offers classes leading to licensure in Cosmetology. Enrollment is limited.

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 2.0 units

Grade: 12

Other Info: An application and interview are required prior to enrollment in the program for the following school year.

Textbook and lab fees are paid by the student. Counts as Strand 3. ABC School of Cosmetology offers classes leading to licensure in Esthetics. Enrollment is limited. 

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 2.0 units

Grade: 12

Other Info: An application and interview are required prior to enrollment in the program for the following school year.

Textbook and lab fees are paid by the student. Counts as Strand 3. ABC School of Cosmetology offers classes leading to licensure in Nail Technology. Enrollment is limited. 

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 

Description: Automotive Technology focuses on small engine repair is an instructional program that prepares individuals to troubleshoot, service, and repair a variety of small internal combustion engines, involving both two and four cycle engines used on portable power equipment. Planned activities will allow students to become knowledgeable of fundamental principles and technical skills related to troubleshooting, repairing, identifying parts and making precision measurements. Safety will be a key component of this class. Students will also be exposed to career opportunities related to small engines, transporting people, and the impact of technology on various types of transportation.

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 

Prerequisite: Automotive Technology I

Description: This course is an introduction to the following areas as defined by NATEF: Engine Repair, Automatic Transmission and Transaxle, Manual Drive Train and Axles, Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Engine Performance and Vehicle Maintenance. Students are introduced to a variety of tools and equipment to supplement their learning. Entry- level skills are reinforced and put into practice. Safety is stressed. Career exploration opportunities will provide students with information about the automotive industry. 

Length: 1 semester (course is scheduled as a double period for one semester)

Credit: 1.0 unit 

Grade: 10, 11, 12 

Prerequisite: Automotive Technology II

Industry Credential: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)

Description: This class prepares students for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) testing that leads to certification. The units of instruction will consist of the following 8 areas as defined by NATEF: Engine Repair, Automatic Transmission and Transaxle, Manual Drive Train and Axles, Suspension and Steering, Brakes, 

Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Engine Performance and other related units approved by the instructor. Lab activities center on the automobile. Students apply newly learned skills on late model vehicles in the auto shop. Students use a variety of testing devices, equipment and specialty tools to supplement their learning in the areas of advanced systems diagnosis. Entry- level skills are reinforced and applied. Safety is stressed. 

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 

Other Info: Articulated with ECC CAD 108 (Intro to Micro-CAD/ Auto-CAD) if taken with Computer Aided Design II.

Description: Students will learn the basic fundamentals of drafting and/or computer aided drafting. Students will discover the importance of drafting and other communication technologies in a variety of industrial occupations. Students will learn basic drafting and communication methods

and techniques and become familiar with the language of those technical fields. Students will be introduced to computers, computer-aided-drafting (CAD), image duplication, freehand sketching, orthographic projection, lettering techniques, dimension standards, pictorial drawings, and drawing reproduction and other similar forms of technical communication. This course will also provide the opportunity for the student to become familiar with the most popular drafting software available today-AutoCAD. The student will be taught basic AutoCAD drawing and editing commands, layout procedures, layering techniques, input methods, set-up processes, dimensioning, and plotting.

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 0.5 units

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 

Prerequisite: IND7911.

Other Info: Articulated with ECC CAD 108 (Intro to Micro-CAD/ Auto-CAD) if taken with Computer Aided Design I.

Description: Computer Aided Design II introduces students to advanced drafting principles and practices. Students will use their previously acquired geometric construction and dimensioning skills to complete multi-view drawings, auxiliary views, sections views, revolutions and working drawings. The student will be taught advanced AutoCAD drawing and editing commands, layout procedures, layering techniques, input methods, set-up processes, blocks, hatching, dimensioning, and plotting.

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit 

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Digital Environment Fundamentals

Other Info: JHS only 

Description: This course explores cybersecurity principles and guidelines for securing a network computing environment through the application of security controls. It is designed to help students learn the nature and scope of today’s cybersecurity challenges, strategies for network defense and detailed information about next-generation cybersecurity. Students will also deploy a variety of security methodologies, along with the technologies used for implementing secure network environments.

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit 

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Digital Environment Fundamentals and Computer Forensics

Other Info: JHS only 

Description: In this course, technological design and innovation are presented through practical applications. Students apply technology, science, and mathematics concepts and skills to solve technological/engineering problems and innovative designs. Students research, develop, create simulations, test, and analyze engineering designs using criteria such as design effectiveness, public safety and human factors. 

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit 

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Other Info: JHS only 

Description: This course employs teaching/learning strategies that enable students to build their own understanding of new ideas. It is designed to engage students in exploring and deepening their understanding of “big ideas” regarding technology and apply technological processes to solve real problems and develop knowledge and skills to design, modify, use and apply technology in the following areas: engineering design, manufacturing technologies, construction technologies, energy & power, information & communication technologies and emerging technologies.

Length: 2 semester

Credit: 1.0 unit 

Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Cyber Security

Other Info: JHS only

Industry Credential: Certified Ethical hacker (CEH) and Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

Description: Emerging Technologies courses emphasize students’ exposure to and understanding of new and emerging technologies. The range of technological issues varies widely but typically include lasers, fiber optics, electronics, robotics, computer technologies (software engineering), Game Art and Design, CAD/CAM, communication modalities, and transportation technologies and leads to certification in Certified Ethical hacker (CEH) and Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing.

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Computer Aided Design II

Description: Pre-Engineering CAD is a capstone class designed for the college bound engineering student. This course will teach the student solid modeling by creating and manipulating solid, three-dimensional (3D) representations of a model, otherwise known as solid modeling. The student will be taught basic and advanced 3D modeling CAD commands including: creating and editing, modeling parameters, feature relationships, manipulation and assembly, layout, dimensioning and plotting. Designing and printing products using the 3D Printer will also be covered.

Length: 2 semesters

Credit: 1.0 unit

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Robotics courses develop and expand students’ skills and knowledge so that they can design and develop robotic devices. Topics covered in the course may include mechanics, electrical and motor controls, pneumatics, computer basics, and programmable logic controllers.