Career Technical Education
Advanced Technology Projects 19976
1 year course – 5 elective credits per semester
Open to grades: 11-12
Description: Offered as a third and fourth year of both Automotive Technology and Multimedia Contemporary Design (MCD). Students will work with the instructor independently to continue to build upon skills learned in Auto 2 and/or MCD 2.
Automotive Technology 1 09381
1 year course – 5 elective credits per semester
Open to grades: 10-12
Description: Automotive Technology 1 (Auto Tech) is a one year course. This basic course focuses on the fundamentals of automotive theory and hands-on practice. The course is 50 percent theory and 50 percent practical experience. Safety and
the proper use of tools and equipment as they relate to the automotive industry are constantly reinforced.
Automotive Technology 2 09382
1 year course – 5 elective credits per semester
Open to grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: C or better in Auto Tech 1
Description: Automotive 2 is a yearlong course. This advanced course focuses on expanding the fundamentals of automotive theory and hands-on practice. The course includes an in-depth study of fuel delivery, electrical, and braking systems, as well as engine breakdown/repair and trouble shooting. The course is 50 percent theory and 50 percent practical experience. Safety and the proper use of tools and equipment as they relate to the automotive industry are constantly reinforced.
College and Career I 04106
1 year course – 5 elective credits per semester
Open to grades: 11-12
Description: High school students have many questions about the college application process, what it takes to be a successful college student, and how to begin thinking about their careers. In College and Career Preparation I, students
obtain a deeper understanding of what it means to be ready for college. Students are informed about the importance of high school performance in college admissions and how to prepare for college testing. They know the types of schools and
degrees they may choose to pursue after high school and gain wide exposure to the financial resources available that make college attainable. Career readiness is also a focus. Students connect the link between interests, college majors, and future careers by analyzing career clusters. Students come away from this course understanding how smart preparation and skill development in high school can lead into expansive career opportunities after they have completed their education and are ready for the working world. Students who complete College and Career Preparation I have the basic skills and foundation of knowledge to progress into College and Career Preparation II, the capstone course that provides hands-on information about the transition from high school to college and career. The course is based on the American School Counselors Association National Standards for school counseling programs.
College and Career II 04107
1 year course – 5 elective credits per semester
Open to grades: 11-12
Description: High school students have many questions about the college application process, what it takes to be a successful college student, and how to begin thinking about their careers. College and Career Preparation II builds on the
lessons and skills in College and Career Preparation I. The course provides a step-by-step guide to choosing a college. It walks students through the process of filling out an application, including opportunities to practice, and takes an in-depth look at the various college-admission tests and assessments, as well financial aid options. College and Career Preparation II also instructs students in interviewing techniques and provides career guidance. Students explore valuable opportunities such as job shadowing and internships when preparing for a career. Students who complete this course obtain a deeper understanding of college and career readiness through informative, interactive critical thinking and analysis activities while sharpening their time management, organization, and learning skills that they learned in College and Career Preparation I. College and Career Preparation II prepares students with the knowledge and skills to be successful in college and beyond. This course is built to the American School Counselors Association National Standards for school counseling programs.
Computer Science Principles AP 05197
I year course – 5 elective credits per semester
Open to grades: 9-12
UC A-G Certification: Meets the UC a-g [g] Elective requirement with a C or better grade
Description: This course is designed to be equivalent to a first-semester introductory college computing course. In this course, students will develop computational thinking vital for success across all disciplines, such as using computational
tools to analyze and study data and working with large data sets to analyze, visualize, and draw conclusions from trends. The course is unique in its focus on fostering student creativity. Students are encouraged to apply creative processes when
developing computational artifacts and to think creatively while using computer software and other technology to explore questions that interest them. They will also develop effective communication and collaboration skills, working individually
and collaboratively to solve problems, and discussing and writing about the importance of these problems and the impacts to their community, society, and the world. It is recommended that a student in the AP Computer Science Principles course should have successfully completed a first year high school algebra course with a strong foundation on basic linear functions and composition of functions, and problem solving strategies that require multiple approaches and collaborative
efforts. In addition, students should be able to use a Cartesian (x, y) coordinate system to represents points in a plane.
Multimedia Contemporary Design 1 02089
1 year course – 5 elective credits each semester
Open to grades: 9-12
UC A-G Certification: Meets the UC a-g [f] Visual / Performing Arts requirement with a C or better grade
Description: This course will introduce students to effective communication approaches for the 21st Century; going beyond the simple written and oral communication to interactive multimedia using text, graphics, animation, video, and sound. Animation in 2-D format and its application in current industries will be an integral part of the class. Introduction to 3-D format background and character development will be incorporated, as well. Focus will also be placed on introducing the student to art, design, and the technologies of this new media. This integrated curriculum forms a solid groundwork from which students may build upon in Multimedia Contemporary Design 2 and is the first sequence of classes in the Digital
Design and Engineering Academy.
Multimedia Contemporary Design 2 02090
1 Year Course - 5 elective credits per semester
Open to Grades: 10, 11, & 12
UC A-G Certification: Meets the UC a-g [g] Elective requirement with a C or better grade
Description: Multimedia Contemporary Design 2 is the intermediate level course that builds on the students’ fundamentals from MCD I with a focus on the computer animation process and audio engineering. Students who complete this course will
increase their drawing, computer, and presentation skills, necessary to obtain employment in the industry. They will learn about the industry through terminology, technique, further educational opportunities and job research. Each student will
have the opportunity to enter their work in school and industry competitions throughout the year. The student will leave the class with a professional portfolio of work that can be used for entrance to academic programs as well as the job
market. The portfolio will contain a title page, table of contents, résumé, class notes and samples of their work. To be truly effective this portfolio should be updated throughout the semester eliminating the stress of a large final project and will act
as a reference for what work the student has done and what grade they currently have. This multimedia class has been structured to reflect the California Challenge Standards for Visual Arts and the National Education Technology Standards.
Work Experience 18701
Open to grades: 11-12; 10 if 16 years old
Students enrolled in General and Exploratory Work Experience must attend required classroom instruction provided by the Work Experience Coordinator. Work Experience Education Standards are aligned with Board of Education approved
curriculum. Some of the topics covered in four semesters include State and Federal Labor Laws, Sexual Harassment, Workers Compensation, Ethics at Work, Safety at Work, Students Rights at Work, Credit and Credit Cards, Identity Theft Protection, Protecting Yourself During a Workplace Robbery, Personal Budgeting and Goals, Payroll Deductions, Taxes, Resumes, Interviewing, Job Applications, Employment Documents, Letters of Recommendations and Resignation and Career Research. Students enrolled in Work Experience must have and maintain a C average /2.0 GPA with no F’s, along with satisfactory attendance, work at least 10 hours a week on a regular basis with a minimum of 200 hours per semester in order to earn 10 credits. The student must be 16 years old and may take 2 semesters of this class. Class meets one day a week.
- General Work Experience: This course will introduce the working student to the concepts involved in the world of work, and assist in their preparation and training with information and laws pertaining to the working minor. Students must pre-enroll with an enrollment packet in which all legal documents must be signed by the Parent/Guardian, the employer and the student. All job sites must be pre-approved by the Work Experience Coordinator prior to enrollment. Students must have a job to enroll into General Work Experience and must have a “C” average or above with no “F” grades throughout the entire enrollment per AVUHSD requirements in order to hold a clear work permit. All students have an opportunity to earn 10 elective credits per semester for a maximum of 40 semester credits during a 2 year period. Students may also be on a 4/4 or 5/5 reduced day schedule in order to meet the requirements of the program.
- Exploratory Work Experience: This course assists students seeking community service hours and exploring career options. The student is required to perform non-paid work activities while exploring the occupation on a limited, periodic and sampling basis. The length of the exploratory assignment may vary, depending on the aptitude of the student, the occupation being explored, the facilities of the work station and the job classification. The school district provides workers’ compensation insurance for the student. Students receive no pay but earn school credit. The school district provides close supervision to assure that students are not exploited and do not replace paid employees. Students must have a voluntary position before enrolling into Exploratory Work Experience and must have a “C” average or above with no “F” grades throughout their entire enrollment per AVUHSD requirements, in order to earn credits.
All students have an opportunity to earn 5 elective credits per semester for a maximum of 20 semester credits during a 2 year period. Students may also be on a 5/5 reduced day schedule in order to meet the requirements of the program.