CAREER & TECHNICAL COURSES

 

 

Course Number

 

 

Course Description

 

 

Pre-Requisites

 

 

Grade

 

 

Units

Diploma Option

C-College Prep

TC – Tech/Career

07.4411096

07.4411097

 

07.4411099

Computer Applications is a foundation course that introduces practical computer applications.? Recommended for all students.?

None

09-12

1.0

C/TC

07.4110096

07.4110097

Accounting I A & B introduces elements and concepts of double-entry accounting in the basic accounting cycle for proprietorships and partnerships using spreadsheets and accounting software.

None

10-12

1.0

C/TC

07.4211098

Banking examines the basics of the banking system including the history, various types of financial and non-financial institutions, role of the FDIC and the state and federal laws that impact the banking industry.? Banking operating procedures, terminology, and the credit function of banks are also studied.?

None

10-12

.50

C/TC

07.4260098

Finance explores the development, implementation, and reevaluation of a financial plan.? The various types of savings and investments are analyzed as well as the benefits of diversification.? Business finance and credit are also studied.

None

10-12

.50

C/TC

06.4150096

06.4150097

Legal Environment of Business A & B is designed to concentrate on the legal aspects of business ownership and management.  Legal issues will include contracts, sales, consumer law, and government effects on business.  It is the second course within the "Small Business Development Career Pathway."

 

11-12

1.0

C/TC

06.4170096

Entrepreneurship concentrates on the management skills necessary for successful business operations.  Students will develop and implement business plans to include structuring the organization, financing the organization, and managing its information, operations, marketing, and human resources.  International business principles are also infused within it.  This is the third course in the Small Business Development Career Pathway.

Legal Enviroment of Business

12

.50

C/TC

07.4831099

Multi Media Y  emphasizes the development of skills required for improved productivity in producing and editing electronic communications and professional business presentations incorporating multimedia.  Students will create, format, illustrate, design, and print business presentations and utilize communication software applications to manage contacts, send/receive email, organize notes and tasks, and use calendar tools.  Upon completion of this course students will be able to participate in certification examinations for presentation and communication software applications.

Computer Applications

9-12

1.0

C/TC

08.4740096

Prinicples of Marketing I A & B addresses the ways in which marketing satisfies consumer and organizational needs and wants for products and services.? Students develop an understanding of basic marketing concepts to marketing, distribution and logistics, marketing information management, product/service planning, pricing mixes promotional strategies, and personal selling.  This is the first course within the "Marketing and Management Career Pathway."

None

10-12

.50

C/TC

08.4780099

Sports & Entertainment Marketing Y introduces the marketing and management functions and tasks that can be applied in amateur or professional sports or sporting events, entertainment or entertainment events, or businesses primarily engaged in satisfying the desire to make productive or enjoyable use of leisure time.

 

11-12

1.0

C/TC

08.4130099

 

Fashion Marketing Y introduces the student to the fashion industry including the fundamentals of fashion marketing, types of businesses involved in the industry, and the array of career opportunities available in fashion marketing.

Marketing Principles

10-12

1.0

C/TC

08.4750099

Adv Marketing Y builds on the principles and concepts taught in Marketing Principles.? Students assume a managerial perspective in applying economic principles in marketing, analyzing operations needs, examining distribution and financial alternatives, managing marketing information, pricing products and services, developing product/service planning strategies, promoting products/services, purchasing, and professional sales.  This is the second course within the "Marketing and Management Career Pathway."

Marketing Principles

10-12

1.0

C/TC

08.0910099

Marketing Co-op I Y May be taken in conjunction with any Marketing course.  Serves as the Marketing Program's  work site learning component as it correlates with the Marketing curriculum.  Students may enroll starting with the introductory course, Marketing Principles.  Requires supervision by the marketing instructor.  Training plans and training agreements are evaluated by both the employer and instructor.  Program must meet Work Based Learning standards.  The employer must compensate Co-Op students.

Teacher Rec.

11-12

1.0

C/TC

08.0920099

Marketing Co-op II Y extends the site-based work component for marketing students.  Taken in conjunction with a Marketing instructional class.

Marketing Co-Op Internship I

11-12

1.0

C/TC

 

Youth Apprenticeship I Y is a work-based programs course for students committed to pursuing post-secondary training for preparation in a specific career/technical field.  The student participates in a career and technical course on campus, in addition to experiencing a paid or non-paid, mentor-supervised, on-the-job training experience.

Simultaneously Enrolled in a Career/Technical Course Plus Teacher Recommendation

11-12

1.0

C/TC

 

Youth Apprenticeship II Y

 

 

 

 

70.0210099

Internship I Y is a course that enables students to participate in a mentor-supervised, on-the-job training experience for career awareness/exploration.  Students select a specific career field or industry?s entry-level job in which to participate. The Work-based Programs Teacher-Coordinator visits the job mentor to assess student performance and supervises the student in job search skill development.  The student maintains a weekly journal, records weekly hours on the job, and must complete program participation forms.

On Track for Graduation

11-12

1

C/TC

70.0220099

Internship II Y is a course that enables students to participate in a mentor-supervised, on-the-job training experience for career awareness/exploration.  Students select a specific career field or industry?s entry-level job in which to participate. The Work-based Programs Teacher-Coordinator visits the job mentor to assess student performance and supervises the student in job search skill development.  The student maintains a weekly journal, records weekly hours on the job, and must complete program participation forms.  Students may be placed in paid or non-paid, mentor-supervised, on-the-job training experience.

Internship I

11-12

1

C/TC

70.0110099

Mentorship Y enables students to serve as an administrative aide during one period of the daily schedule.  The student will demonstrate use of clerical skills in performing administrative assistant duties under the leadership/guidance of the school?s office personnel.  The student also maintains a daily log of hours worked, records journal notations, and exhibits appropriate work ethic behaviors.

On Track for Graduation Plus Teacher Recommendation

11-12

1

C/TC

43.4300096

43.4300097

 

43.4300099

Foundations of Public Safety A & B (& Y) is an introductory course that covers the various agencies and professions in law enforcement, private security, corrections, fire, and emergency management services by examining governmental structure, citizenship nights/duties, and the criminal justice system.

None

9-12

1

C/TC

43.4310099

Introduction to Law Enforcement is for students interested in pursuing a law enforcement career. Crime classifications, Georgia criminal and traffic laws, and crime detection/prevention strategies are addressed

Found Public Safety

9-12

1

C/TC

48.5610099

Introduction to Graphic Communications I Y is the first in a series of courses that prepares the student for employment or entry into a postsecondary education program in the graphic communications career field.  Topics to be covered include:  Introduction to Graphic Communication Career, Digital File Preparation, Press Operations, Measurement, Safety and First Aid, and Math for Printing.

None

9-12

1

C/TC

GRAPHIC ARTS

48.5620099

Fundamentals of Graphic Communications Y provides an opportunity for the student to gain fundamentals of graphic communication, which leads to the completion of standards for the PrintEd accreditation requirement for Introduction to Graphic Communication instructional area.  Topics include:  Inage Capture, Digital File Output, Illustration, Page Layout, Press Operations, Job Application and Interpersonal Skills.

Intro to Graphic Comm

9-12

1

C/TC

48.5660099

Printing Technology Y provides the student an opportunity to enhance basic skills, in a laboratory setting, of the Graphic Communications industry learned in the introductory courses, without specializing in a particular area.  Topics include:  Safety, Digital File Preparation, Digital Output, Press Operations, Finishing and Binding, and Screen Printing.

Fund Graphic Comm

10-12

1

C/TC

ENGINEERING DRAWING & DESIGN

48.5410099

Introduction to Engineering Drawing Y is an introductory course and a pre-requisite to all other Engineering Design and Drawing courses.  Emphasis is placed on safety, correct use of tools and equipment, drafting media, sketching, lettering, fundamentals of CAD and multi-view drawings.

None

9-12

1

C/TC

48.5430099

Solid Modeling Y is designed for students who are interested in mechanical drafting areas that provide more in-depth study of mechanical design.  Emphasis is placed on 3-D drawings, wire frames, rendering, solid modeling, and graphic presentations.

Intro Eng Draw

10-12

1

C/TC

48.5450099

Archeticture Drawing & Design I Y introduces students to the basic terminology, concepts, and principles of Architectural Design.  Emphasis is placed on house designs, floor plans, roof designs, elevations sections and details and foundations.

Intro Eng Draw

10-12

1

C/TC

48.5460099

Archeticture Drawing & Design II Y builds on the skills developed in the prerequisite course.  Emphasis is placed on schedules, plumbing, heating and air, graphic presentations, plot/site plans, specifications, and building estimations.

Arch Draw/Design I

11-12

1

C/TC

48.5480099

Civil Engineering Y introduces students to the basic terminology, concepts, and principles of Civil Engineering Drawing.  Drawing assignments emphasize the most common mapping and civil site planning design problems.

Intro Eng Draw

10-12

1

C/TC

BROADCAST/VIDEO PRODUCTION

10.5111099

Broadcast Video Production I Y will develop skills in basic theory, practice, and operations of a television studio, the portable camera, and videotape editing.  Through problem-solving activities, projects, and discussions, knowledge of how video/film affects life and society will be demonstrated.

None

9-12

1.0

C/TC

10.5121099

Broadcast Video Production II Y will enhance level-one skills by providing more in-depth and specialized experiences in video and film equipment operation.

Video Prod I

10-12

1.0

C/TC

10.5131099

Broadcast Video Production III Y enhances level-two skills and provides entry-level occupational skills.

Video Prod II

10-12

1.0

C/TC

10.5141099

Broadcast Video Production IV Y enhances level-three skills and provides instruction in producing a broadcast production.  Students will be able to perform at an independent level of proficiency in an area of specialization.

Video Prod III

11-12

1.0

C/TC

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE

20.4010196

20.4010197

Foundations Family Consumer Science A & B is a course designed to assist students in developing the core knowledge and skills in the areas of leadership, human development, family and parenting education, consumer economics and resource management, housing and living environments, nutrition and foods, textiles and apparel, and career preparation.  The course allows students to select specific areas for future concentrated study.

None

9-12

1.0

C/TC

20.5252096

20.5252097

Early Childhood Education A & B prepares students for employment in early childhood education and services.  The course addresses childcare and development issues that include guiding the physical, intellectual, social, and psychological development of children.  The course includes the planning of appropriate practices for working with young children.

 

10-12

1.0

C/TC

20.4161099

Nutrition & Wellness Y is designed to introduce students to the field of nutrition and wellness including major trends and issues and employment opportunities and career paths.  Areas of study include an overview of wellness, factors contributing to an individual’s wellness, and the relationship of health risks, physical activity, food choices, and nutrition to wellness.  Safe food handling and storage practices are introduced.

FACS

10-12

1.0

C/TC

20.4171099

Advanced Nutrition & Wellness Y develops skills in the analysis of food nutrients and nutritional programs; development of menus to meet Nutrition Standard Menu Planning guidelines; and the appropriate sanitary practices and safe use of equipment in different service assemblies.

Nutr & Well

11-12

1.0

C/CT

20.5321099

Professional Foods I Y prepares students for employment in a wide spectrum of food industry careers.  The course of study includes the development of skills in food safety and sanitation, accident & injury prevention, kitchen basics, operating and maintaining commercial utensils and equipment, preparation of commercial food items, the art of service, controlling costs, food management functions, and customer relations.  At the end of the course students must have participated in 200 hours of work-based learning experiences and pass a final exam to fulfill partial requirements for the National ProStart Certificate.

FACS & Teacher Rec

10-12

1.0

C/TC

20.5331099

Professional Foods II Y enhances level-one competencies by providing a broader exposure to the food and hospitality industry.  Class experiences build on previous instruction.  At the end of the course students must have participated in 200 hours of work-based learning experiences and pass a final examination to fulfill the balance of requirements for receiving the National ProStart Certificate.

Prof Foods I

11-12

1.0

C/TC

20.4411099

Introduction to Interior Design Y is designed to prepare students to understand the interior design industry.  Areas of study include:  world of interior design; social, psychological, and economic influences; trends and issues; elements of design; and interior design principles.

FACS

9-12

1.0

C/TC

 

TEACHER APPRENTICESHIP

13.0110099

Introduction to Teaching Y introduces the profession of teaching. It covers the operations and behaviors for effective learning and a variety of teaching strategies. Field experiences under the direct supervisor of an experienced teacher are integrated into the course.

None

10-12

1.0

C/TC

13.0120099

Teaching as a Professional Y enhances the skills learned in the Introduction course and increases the field experiences of working directly with children.

Intro to Teaching

11-12

1.0

C/TC

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

11.0160092

11.0160093

AP Computer Science A & B conforms to the College Board syllabus for the Advanced Placement Computer Science A Examination.? It covers object-oriented programming methodology, concentrating on problem solving and algorithm development, fundamental data structures, design, and abstraction.

Algebra II

11-12

1.0

C/TC