Grade 10-12.
Chinese 2 builds on the listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills developed in Chinese 1 by broadening student knowledge of vocabulary and more complex language patterns. Students expand their level of self-expression in everyday situations with family and friends. Classroom instruction is centered on an in-depth exploration of cultures, products, and practice through the use of authentic materials. Students continue to expand their cultural understanding and awareness. This course is designed for non-native/non-heritage students; simplified characters are taught.
Grade 9-12.
Chinese 1 is an introductory course to the Chinese language and culture. It introduces the student to the basics of pronunciation, grammatical structures, and character writing systems that enable the student to participate in basic conversation and self-expression. Students gain beginning proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The introduction of cultural products, practices, and perspectives is also an integral part of the course. This course is designed for non-native/non-heritage students; simplified characters are taught.
Grade 10-12. Year-long. Prerequisite is IED, POE, or Drafting and Design. Weighted grade.
The major focus of this course is completing long-term civil engineering and architecture projects that involve the development of property sites that involve applying what they learn to the design and development of a property. The course provides teachers and students freedom to develop the property to simulate the experiences of civil engineers and architects. Students work in teams, exploring hands-on activities and projects to learn the characteristics of civil engineering and architecture. In addition, students use 3D design software to design solutions to major course projects. Students learn to document their project, solving problems and communicating their solutions to their peers and members of the professional community of civil engineering and architecture. A lab fee will be charged.
Grades 10-12. Year long. Prerequisite is appropriate grade-level math and science. Weighted grade.
This survey course of engineering exposes students to some of the major concepts they will encounter in a postsecondary engineering course of study. Students investigate engineering and high-tech careers and develop skills and understanding of course concepts. Students employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solution of engineering design problems. Students learn to document their work and communicate their solutions to peers and members of the professional community. A lab fee will be charged.
Grades 9-12. Year-long. Prerequisite is Algebra 1, enrolled concurrently in Geometry and the appropriate grade level science. Weighted grade.
In this course, students use 3D solid modeling design software to design solutions to proposed problems. Students will learn to document their work and communicate solutions to peers and members of the professional community. The major focus of the IED course is to expose students to the design process, research and analysis, teamwork, communication methods, global and human impacts, engineering standards and technical documentation. A lab fee will be charged.
Grade 10-12. Year-long. Prerequisite is Media Production 1.
In addition to expanding on the curricular units in Media Communication and Production I, students will work in a team-based environment to create advanced content emphasizing visual storytelling and editing technique. Students will learn fundamentals of broadcast journalism and advanced media production. A lab fee will be charged.
Grade 9-12. Year-long.
This course is a survey of Mass Media designed to provide students an introduction to the various forms of digital media. Students will be introduced to various forms of storytelling through radio/podcasting, television, film, broadcast journalism, and other forms of mass media. Through the study of these areas, students will develop media literacy and skills necessary to create and produce in a changing media environment. In addition to media theory, students will learn the technological, operational, and creative aspects of producing media content.
A lab fee will be charged.
Grade 10-12. Year-long. Prerequisite is Power Mechanics OR instructor approval.
This is a lecture/laboratory course designed primarily to prepare students for job entry or advanced training in automotive service. The students will develop a background in the design, operation, and troubleshooting procedures of the gasoline engine and other related components such as the transmission and driveline, brake, and electrical systems. Also stressed will be the disassembly of engines, identification of parts, use of test equipment and service manual, and shop safety. Laboratory procedures will be covered. Safety glasses are required. Lab and workbook fees will be charged.
Grade 10-12. One semester. Not a prerequisite for Automotive Mechanics.
This course is designed for students to gain basic knowledge and skills to maintain automobiles. This course covers the following areas in automotive maintenance: engine tune-up, lubrication maintenance, electrical maintenance, tires and wheels, drivetrain maintenance, and seasonal maintenance procedures. Lab and workbook fees will be charged.
Grade 9-12. One semester. No Prerequisite.
This is an introductory course in the area of gasoline engine operation and fluid power mechanics. The course of study will concentrate on small two- and four-cycle engine operations. In Power Mechanics, students will also disassemble, inspect, and reassemble small gasoline engines and learn about the different types of systems. Students will be introduced to the operations of automotive engines, automotive maintenance, and car design. A lab fee will be charged.