Career & Technical Education

Career & Technical Education CHERRY CREEK SCHOOLS 2013-2014 Course Catalog

Registration Information About Cherry Creek Career & Technical Education The Cherry Creek School District Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs are pleased to offer the highest quality programs to meet both college and workplace standards. The CTE Building is located on the northwest side of the Cherry Creek High School Campus. Courses at Pickens Technical College and some select out-of-district programs are also available (see next pages). All CTE programs require an application. Students interested in any of the CTE courses listed in this catalog are encouraged to obtain information by contacting the CTE office: Cherry Creek School District Career and Technical Education 9150 E. Union Avenue Greenwood Village, CO 80111 720.554.4551 2 NOTIFICATION OF NONDISCRIMINATION Cherry Creek School District No. 5 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The Cherry Creek School District No. 5 Career and Technical Education Department does not discriminate in enrollment or access to any of the programs available. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the district s activities and programs. The Cherry Creek School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding these laws may be forwarded to the designated compliance coordinator: Ms. Kathryn Vining, District Compliance Officer, Educational Services Center, 4700 S. Yosemite St., Greenwood Village, CO 80111, or directly to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, Region VIII, Federal Office Building, North 1244 Speer Blvd., Suite #310, Denver, CO 80204 Process Step 1: Gather all relevant information via course catalogs, brochures, phone calls, emails and meetings. Step 2: Complete an application for admission. This application may be found at: www.cherrycreekschools.org/cte/pages or at each high school counseling office. If you do not have an application and would like one, please call 720.554.4551. Step 3: Take completed application to the home high school counselor and discuss. Step 4: Counselors send in completed applications to the Cherry Creek CTE office no later than March 8, 2013. Late applications will be accepted based upon availability. Cherry Creek Schools

Many of the courses Cherry Creek CTE offer are courses. The following are answers to frequently asked questions about this program: Q: What is the Program? A: CCSD students receive both high school credit and college credit for classes. Students begin building a college transcript while they complete their high school graduation requirements. Students must receive a grade of C or better to receive transfer-able college credit. Q: What s the cost? A: Tuition is paid by Cherry Creek Schools and the College Opportunity Fund (That s over $250 savings per class!). Q: What is COF (College Opportunity Fund)? A: All students must apply for COF. The COF stipend pays a portion of a student s tuition. All students must complete an application for the College Opportunity Fund (COF) at: https://cof.college-assist.org. Q: Am I eligible for the Program? A: High school students can take classes. Q: Is this right for me? Will my credits transfer? A: The Program creates options for students still in high school. It prepares students for the rigor and culture of college. Students build a college transcript while still in high school. Students may transfer their college credits to any two or four-year college or university. Check with the accepting institution for credit acceptance. Application Due: March 8, 2013 Career & Technical Education 3

Cherry Creek Career & Technical Education Course Descriptions AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY I OPEN TO GRADES: 10,11, 12; Fee $50; 1 credit OVERLAND HS: 7:10-8:50 Blue Days M, T, Th, F 7:55-9:25 Blue Days W SMOKY HILL HS: 12:55-2:30 Green Days M, T, Th, F 1:05-2:30 Green Days W This course teaches the principles and fundamentals of automotive systems and the safe use of hand and power tools, instruments, and test equipment. A full year of study involves the following systems: cooling, power train, brakes, lubrication, alignment starting/charging electrical, ignition, fuel, and suspension systems. Emphasis is placed on safe working practices, preventive maintenance, basic trouble shooting/diagnosis, and tune-up procedures. These will take place through classroom and laboratory learning experiences. AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY II, III OPEN TO GRADES: 11, 12; Fee $50; 2 Credits PREREQUISITES: Automotive Technology I SMOKY HILL HS: 7:10-10:27 Red Days M, T, Th, F 7:45-10:42 Red Days W OVERLAND HS: 1:05-2:45 Blue Days M, T, Th, F 1:15-2:45 Blue Days W ARAPAHOE COMMUNITY COLLEGE: (with CTE Coordinator Approval) This course aligns with the Colorado Community College courses ASE 123 Automotive Electrical and ASE 150 Automotive U-joint & Axle services. Students will earn high school credit while, at the same time, enroll in and earn Arapahoe Community College credit toward a 2 year A.A.S. (Associate of Applied Science) and Certificate degree program. All students enrolling in this course must have instructor approval. See instructor for more information or call 720.554.4551. AVIATION TECHNOLOGY OPEN TO GRADES: 11, 12; 1 credit GRANDVIEW HS: 7:10-8:49 A & B Days M, T, Th, F 7:50-9:19 W CTE BUILDING: 11:10-12:00 M-F OHS/IST BLDG: 1:05-2:45 A & B Days M, T, Th, F 1:15-2:45 W This program helps students understand and appreciate all of the facets of the Aviation careers and Aerospace industries of today. Topics range from how to achieve a private pilot license to careers at NASA. Additionally, students will prepare for the FAA private pilot knowledge exam; the first step for a flying career Former students are currently employed in careers such as air traffic controllers, airline and military pilots, and aircraft mechanics. Instruction includes lecture, discussion, and computerbased flight simulator programs. The class also participates in various field trips to places such as Peterson Air Force Base, Centennial Airport, NORAD, and the United Airlines Training flight simulator. An aviation club is also associated with the class. Any student who has previously taken the FAA ground school, (and taken the FAA test) or is planning on taking an outof-class FAA ground school or is a private pilot will not be able to take this class. 4 Cherry Creek Schools

Cherry Creek Career & Technical Education Course Descriptions COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY OPEN TO GRADES: 10, 11, 12 FEES: $75 CREDITS: 2 or as applicable/school approved LOCATION/TIMES: CTE BUILDING: 1:45-3:15 M-F This dynamic, hands-on, project-oriented photography class challenges students to think critically, learn professionalism, and produce critically acclaimed art. Assigned projects prepare students to strengthen their creative eye and see life from a different perspective. Students learn both film & digital photography, use a darkroom, as well as learn the industry standard, professional software: Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. Students will explore career possibilities, develop a resume, and meet photographers, all while preparing for college and industry. The course will include: understanding the commercial photography business, composition theory, digital ethics, competition events where students produce a portfolio and earn concurrent enrollment credit. This course aligns with Arapahoe Community College s course MGD 111. Students earn high school and community college credit which may lead toward a 2 year A.A.S. (Associate of Applied Science) and Certificate degree program. DIGITAL COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY OPEN TO GRADE: 10, 11, 12 CREDIT: 1 FEES: $35 LOCATION/TIMES: CTE BUILDING: 7:10-8:01 am M-F LENGTH: 1 year Class provides each Sophomore student with a digital DSLR camera to use all year; students will explore the realm of Commercial Photography learning Adobe Photoshop CS6 & Lightroom 4 while producing both individual/team fun projects! Great course to learn digital commercial photography with an emphasis of Career & Technical Education theory. CRIMINAL JUSTICE OPEN TO GRADES: 11, 12; CREDIT: 1 GRANDVIEW HS: 7:10-8:49 A Days M, T, Th, F 7:50-9:19 W CHEROKEE TRAIL HS: 7:10-8:49 B Days M, T, Th, F 7:50-9:19 W CTE BUILDING:1:45-3:15 A or B days M-F This course aligns with the Colorado Community College Criminal Justice course. This course may earn both high school credit and community college credit toward a 2 year A.A.S. (Associate of Applied Science) and Certificate degree program. This Criminal Justice course will concentrate on potential careers in the criminal justice system and law enforcement in general. This course will have a heavy emphasis on law enforcement, crime scene investigation, and forensic science. The Criminal Justice program, in general, may be taken for either one or two years, as the courses offered alternate each year. This class is open to either juniors or seniors. It is highly recommended that students be able to read and write at the 10th level in order to receive the community college credits in addition to the high school credits. This course is taught at a college level. As such, students will be expected to have the dedication and the motivation that they would apply to a college level course. This course is an academic course and is not an academy-based, hands-on, law enforcement course. Field trips will be taken to the CELL Terrorism Museum, Arapahoe Community College s Firearms and Police Pursuit Training simulators. Students will need to arrange to carpool or independently drive to each of the field trips, as no buses will be provided. TRANSPORTATION The Cherry Creek School District will make every attempt to provide transportation to and from classes at the Cherry Creek CTE Building and Pickens Technical College for morning classes only. For all other classes, students will need to provide their own transportation or ride RTD buses. The District may provide bus passes to those CCSD students who will use RTD. Look to each course description to see if a bus may be a possibility. Career & Technical Education 5

Cherry Creek Career & Technical Education Course Descriptions FASHION DESIGN I & II GRADE LEVEL: 11 12 FEES: $10.00 per Semester Ames Facility (Littleton School District) 7:30 9:20 am T-R or 12:55 2:45 pm T-R Fashion Design is a year-long career pathway program introducing students to the many facets of the fashion de-sign industry. Students begin the semester looking at the history of American fashion starting in the 1920 s. The elements and principles of design as they relate to fashion are explored along with fashion drawing, basic garment silhouettes, and construction details. Basic garment construction is also integrated with a sewing project. During second semester, students will explore the marketing and merchandising side of fashion. The fashion capitals of the world are examined, revealing the global perspective of the industry. Next, students take a fashion garment from concept to consumer, prototyping their product, and creating a design portfolio representing their knowledge of the design process. The fashion cycle and green design are also explored. COMPREHENSIVE GRAPHIC DESIGN OPEN TO GRADES: 10, 11, 12 CREDITS: 2 CTE Building: 8:15-9:45 M-F; 10:15-11:45 M-F; 1:45-3:15 M-F This course aligns with the Colorado Community College Multimedia Graphic Design course MGD 112, Adobe Illustrator 1. This course will earn both high school credit and community college credit toward a 2 year A.A.S. (Associate of Applied Science) and Certificate degree program. This class provides talented artists an opportunity to explore a career in Graphic Design. Students will learn how to work for a client and produce creative solutions for a variety of commercial needs. Activities include creating promotional materials such as logos, brochures, posters, cards, and advertising. Students will employ hand drawing, and Adobe programs such as Photoshop and Illustrator to complete their assignments. Students will develop professional portfolios and may submit work to contests and for college scholarships. Students may receive concurrent enrollment credit for this program. HEALTH SCIENCES GRADE LEVEL: 11 12 FEES: $25 - $50 CREDITS: 2 or 1 depending on location of program 2 CREDIT PROGRAM: Ames Facility (Littleton School District) students must visit program before acceptance. Biology preferred as a prerequisite. 1st Semester: 7:30-9:00 or 12:30-2:30; 2nd Semester: 7:00-9:45 or 12:00-2:45 1 CREDIT PROGRAM: Overland High School Prin ci ples of Health Science no prerequisites for students. 7:10-8:50 M, T, Th, F; 7:55-9:25 W, A or B Day During the first semester students explore the healthcare industry and begin to lay the foundation for an entry level career. The rigorous curriculum includes: basic anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, health care systems, medical legal and ethical issues, and health career exploration. Students will be exposed to experts in the industry through guest speakers and field trips. Individual career pathways are developed during the second semester. Students may participate in the Nurse Aide Program, individual internships or other health career training opportunities. Professional portfolio development, employment skills and leadership training through the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) are emphasized during the second semester. College Credit may be available. Visit required as part of the application process. 6 Cherry Creek Schools

Cherry Creek Career & Technical Education Course Descriptions EXECUTIVE INTERNSHIP OPEN TO GRADES: 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Semester PREREQUISITES: Application and Interview CREDIT: 1.5 (half day) or 3 (full day) credits INTERNSHIP HOURS: 14 hrs or 28 hrs per week LOCATION: Career Technical Education Building This program will provide students with the opportunity to apply for interesting and challenging internships that will take them ahead of the competition! Selected students will spend a semester with an executive or professional in the field of their choice. Within each internship, students can expect to do various work assignments, attend meetings, complete projects, all while applying the skills and knowledge they have gained in their education. Students should be above average academically or especially talented in the career area they wish to pursue. Professional success also depends on the students maturity, responsibility and reliability. Internships are unpaid. This program is selective, and additional application materials are required. Students may obtain these in their counseling offices. TEACHER CADET OPEN TO GRADES: 11, 12 Overland HS 1:05-2:45 M, T, Th, F CREDIT: 1 Course LENGTH: 1 year Ames Facility (Littleton School District) 7:30-9:20 am M-F -or- 12:55-2:45 pm M-F 1:15-2:45 W The Teacher Cadet program is an innovative program that introduces high school students to the teaching profession. Students will explore the learner, the school, and the role of the teacher through exciting hands-on activities, guest speakers, field trips, 15 hours of both classroom and other school observations, classroom observations, job shadowing, and cooperative learning situations. During second semester, students will participate in an extended field experience in which the Cadets will work closely with a cooperative teacher for 8-10 weeks. The Cadet will be immersed in the classroom experience by helping students one-on-one or in large groups, plan lessons, grade, create, and teach. This rewarding experience will also help Cadets earn hours for education programs at the college level. Each cadet will work on a portfolio throughout the entire year. CATERING OPEN TO GRADES: 11, 12 CREDIT: 1 Overland High School; to be determined (alternating block schedule) Sheridan HS: 2:40-3:30 M-F Catering is an overview of traditional and contemporary banquet menus with an emphasis on quality, quantity, set-up, timing, service, event planning, and execution of large-volume cooking and catering. This course reinforces basic cooking and serving competencies and develops new skills specific to banquet preparation and service. Topics include contemporary American banquets, classical cuisine banquets, hot and cold buffet stations, special events, various styles of service, psychology of service, guest relations, the sequence of service, and professional standards for dining room personnel. Students practice the skills of controlling inventory, analyzing costs and sales, and operating a complete catering/banquet business under the direction of a faculty member. Students will help run the FCCLA catering business as a member of this class! B.E.T.A. (BUSINESS EDUCATION TRANSITION ALLIANCE) OPEN TO GRADES: 10, 11, 12 COURSE LENGTH:.25 Quarter increments The BETA program is a work-based alliance for students with special needs and students who are at-risk. The BETA program will coordinate a specially designed learning experience to include workplace skills. It will meet the needs of the students within a flexible environment. The class allows students to earn credit through career exploration and community connections. The program introduces students to a number of career opportunities through job shadows, internships and skillbuilding classroom experiences. The BETA program goals: 1. Place students in career pathway experiences 2. Prepare students for the workforce 3. Locate entry level job opportunities for high school students approaching graduation 4. Expose students to post high school training in their career interest area 5. Partner with Denver Metro employers and provide work ready employees. Career & Technical Education 7

Pickens Programs These are the courses that are offered at Pickens Technical College COURSE TITLE COST TIME CREDITS Aircraft Maintenance $200 PM only 3 Collision Repair Technology 1 $430 AM or PM 3 Collision Repair Technology 2 $205 AM or PM 3 Computer Service Technology (1 semester each Net + and A +) $60 AM or PM 3 Construction Technology 1 $195 AM or PM 3 AM BLOCK: M, T, R, F 7:50 10:40 am, W 8:50 11:00 am PM BLOCK: M, T, R, F 12:05 2:55 pm, W 12:45 2:55 pm Construction Technology 2 $120 AM or PM 3 Dental Assisting (Must be a senior and 18 by December) $540 AM or PM 3 Diesel Technology 1 $280 AM or PM 3 Diesel Technology 2 $200 PM only 3 Early Childhood Education $20 AM or PM 3 Electrical Occupations 1 $480 AM or PM 3 Electrical Occupations 2 $190 AM or PM 3 General Electronic Technology (digital and analog) $275 AM or PM 3 Foundations for Healthcare Professionals $475 AM or PM 3 Heating and Air Conditioning $285 AM or PM 3 Landscape Assistant 1 M-F 9:30 11:00 AM 2 Landscape Assistant 2 M-F 9:30 11:00 AM 2 Landscape Management 1 $115 AM or PM 3 Landscape Management 2 $115 AM or PM 3 Power Sport Technology 1 $245 AM or PM 3 Power Sport Technology 2 $155 AM or PM 3 Precision Machining 1 $240 AM or PM 3 Precision Machining 2 $115 AM or PM 3 Property Maintenance Technology - 1 semester (1st or 2nd) $80 AM or PM 1.5 Vet Assistant $350 AM or PM 3 Welding 1 $340 AM or PM 3 Welding 2 $285 AM or PM 3 *Fees are for 1 school year and reflect approximate charges for mandatory books and fees. Additional optional fees may exist. These costs may change. *Credit listed is per school year. 8 Cherry Creek Schools