 
Course Descriptions Message from the Director The future of your education will revolve around job skills, reading, math comprehension, and adaptablilty to changes in the work place. Today's youth and adults must prepare for a high technical changing society. Every person will be faced with an increasing demand on the quality of the work force and competition for employment.This competition will be won by the successful individuals who find an appropriate occupation for their talents, abilities, and interests. The student must blend these qualities with their occupational training. The Mineral County Technical and Adult Education Center provides a state-of-the-art training setting for students from the Mineral County School system. It also serves adults from Mineral County and the adjoining five counties --Hampshire, Hardy, Grant, Allegany, and Garrett. The occupational programs stress technical skills and knowledge which are necessary for entry employment and advanced occupational placement. Successful students gain valuable training which is useful in the local area and the nation at large. Employers throughout the six-county region are the target groups which regularly utilize the Center for employment needs and retraining of existing personnel. Training labs are reviewed annually and programs are modified. Students who are interested in the opportunities at the Center should contact their guidance counselors or the Center for enrollment information. Various forms of financial aid are available for adult enrollment. Investing in training is investing in your future. The 21st century will challenge everyone to be occupationally literate. Training and retraining will be an everyday way of life. The Mineral County Technical and Adult Education Center can serve you. Alan Whetzel Vocational Director INTRO TO MAJORS BUSINESS, MARKETING and FINANCE Business, Marketing and Finance describes careers for students who are often good with words and/or numbers and enjoy working and leading others. They enjoy performing numerical calculations, clearly defines duties and orderly operations. [More information] ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL Engineering and technical describes careers for students who may enjoy working with things rather than people. They are curious, like to use tools, see practical results and enjoy solving problems.[More information] HEALTH SERVICES Health Services describes careers for students who care about the well-being of others. They have strong verbal skills, get along well with people, provide a service to sustain life and make that life more fulfilling. [More information] PUBLIC and HUMAN SERVICES Public and Human Services desribes careers for students with a natural interest in working with people and serving their needs in the related fields of government and social sciences, public safety education, child care, leisure and human services. These occupations support human dignity, citizenship and interdependence through support, development and organization of human society. [More information] SCIENCE and NATURAL RESOURCES Science and Natural Resources describes careers for students who want to work in the outdoors or with materials, products or life in the natural world. They are curious, creative, studious and do not mind working alone. [More information] #78-1500 Work Base Learning/Internship Students in the Internship class will be involved in work base learning activities. Instruction will occur in Job Keeping Skills, Safety, Problem Solving, and Job Learning Skills. Students must make applictaion. A placement location must be verified before the internship is scheduled. Assistance can be provided in locating a suitable internship placement. Juniors may apply for one block of internship per year, seniors may apply for up to two blocks per term. [More information] BUSINESS/MARKETING ACCOUNTING #1401T0 - Accounting I (Grades 11-12, Adult) introduces the fundamental accounting concepts and principles with emphasis on management money, checking accuracy, promoting honesty, and encouraging efficiency and speed in the processing of data. The course is recommended for ALL business students. (No prerequisite)[More information] #1413T0 Computer Applications II (Grades 9-12, Adult) is designed to enhance learning from the introductory computer course. Students will use Microsoft Office, a windows based program, which consists of a group of computer applications that work individually and have the ability to integrate. The areas covered in the course include word processing using Word, spreadsheets using Excel, database management on Access, and presentation graphics on PowerPoint. (Prerequiste: #141100 Computer Applications)[More information] #1403T0 - Accounting II (Grades 11-12, Adult) expands on the principles and procedures to include corporate accounting and decision making based on financial reports. It provides occupational preparation for employment or background for the study of accounting or accounting-related fields in college. (Prerequisite #1401T0)[More information] #0416T0 - Management and Entrepreneurship (Grades 11-12, Adult) is a course designed to help a student learn how to own and operate a business. Students will be introduced to the qualities and traits of a successful entrepreneurs, and they will learn that operating a business is not all fun! They will actually choose a business they would like to open, research its potential for the Mineral County area, and write a business plan. Entrepreneurship is a hands-on course with the final product being a business plan the student could submit to area banks to obtain financing to actually open their proposed business. (No prerequisite)[More information] #1435T0 - Business Economics (Grades 10-12, Adult) This course focuses on the impact of economics as it relates to business and individuals. Because businesses are part of the overall economy, the success for any individual business is stringly affected by events in the economy as a whole. In addition, the economy as a whole is affected by the actions of the individual members within it. Coursework varies from a variety of topics including economic systems, supply and demand, economic wants and needs economic measures, etc.(No prerequisite)[More information] ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT/SECRETARIAL #1409T0 - Business Communications (Grades 11-12, Adult) is designed to provide the learner with basic knowledge and skills needed to communicate effectively in business. Messages are sent by speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Knowledge of English grammar and usage will be applied to oral and written communications. (Prerequisite: #141100 Computer Applications)[More information] #1401T0 - Accounting I (Grades 11-12, Adult) introduces the fundamental accounting concepts and principles with emphasis on management money, checking accuracy, promoting honesty, and encouraging efficiency and speed in the processing of data. The course is recommended for ALL business students. (No prerequisite)[More information] #1413T0 Computer Applications II (Grades 9-12, Adult) is designed to enhance learning from the introductory computer course. Students will use Microsoft Office, a windows based program, which consists of a group of computer applications that work individually and have the ability to integrate. The areas covered in the course include word processing using Word, spreadsheets using Excel, database management on Access, and presentation graphics on PowerPoint. (Prerequiste: #141100 Computer Applications)[More information] #1449T0 - Office Management (Grades 10-12, Adult) is designed to aid students in becoming more skillful in the operation of an office. Major instructional areas include: personal development and employability skills; managing records; processing mail, communication duties, keeping financial records, applying computing, accounting, and data skills, processing business correspondence, operating office equipment, using management skills, and completing office support activities. (Prerequisite: #141100 Computer Applications)[More information] #1429T0 - Desktop Publishing (Grades 10-12, Adult) will introduce students to a variety of ways that people use tools and resources to communicate. Students will explore various applications in desktop publishing through hands-on activities and experiences which may include brochures, pamphlets, newsletters, letterheads, tables (graphs, charts, etc.)memo forms, advertisements, banners, business cards, webpages. (Prerequisite: #141100 Computer Applications) [More information] MARKETING #0422T0 - Principles of Marketing (Grades 10-12, Adult) introduces students to basic concepts of marketing and its functions in developing and promoting products and services in the business world. Students will study basic economic concepts like supply and demand, utility, elasticity, the free enterprise system, and international trade to provide background for an understanding of American business and our role in a global economy. Students will explore target marketing, channels of distribution, demographics, psycho graphics, life styles, human relations, marketing mathematics, and business management. Students also complete a sales manual and give a sales presentation.(No prerequisite - grades 10-12, Adult)[More information] #0425T0 - Marketing II (Grades 11-12, Adults) continues a students's study of marketing by concentration on sales promotion, product design, risk management research pricing and the distribution of a firm's products and/or services. Through various projects and activities, students learn the tools business persons use to make decisions related to successful operation of their business. For example, when studying advertising, students will design advetising campaigns including print and broadcast advertisement as well as budgets. (No prerequisite)[More information] #0416T0 - Management & Entrepreneurship (Grades 11-12, Adult) is a course designed to help a student learn how to own and operate a buisness. Students will be introduced to the qualities and traits of successful entrepreneurs, and they will learn that operating a buiness is not all fun! They will actually choose a business they would like to open, research its potential for the Mineral County area, and write a buiness plan. Entrepreneurship is a hands-on course the final product being a business plan the student could submit to area banks to obtain financing to actually open their proposed business. (No prerequisite)[More information] #1435T0 - Business Economics (Grades 10-12, Adult) This course focuses on the impact of economics as it relates to business and individuals. Because businesses are part of the overall economy, the success for any individual business is stringly affected by events in the economy as a whole. In addition, the economy as a whole is affected by the actions of the individual members within it. Coursework varies from a variety of topics including economic systems, supply and demand, economic wants and needs economic measures, etc. (No prerequisite)[More information] #1455T0 - E Commerce & Web Page Design(Grades 11-12, Adults) is designed to give students an introduction to a fast growing computer field in electronic commerce, this course is divided into three units with the first unit introducing students to Web commerce and buying online. In the second unit students explore doing buisness on the web. The course concludes with students developing electronic commerce websites. through the use of Microsoft's FrontPage.(No prerequisite)[More information] #0434T0 - Sports, Entertainment, Recreation in Marketing(Grades 11-12, Adults) provides a project driven introduction to the fast-growing field of sports and entertainment marketing. Students study all aspects of the industry from selecting players to building the stadium, from choosing concessions to planning special events. (No prerequisites)[More information] #0428T0 - Marketing Internship (12th only- Instructors permission required) MarketingInternships are available only to students who were enrolled in marketing education in their junior year and who satisfactorily mastered marketing concepts and prerequisite skills. Students may opt in the senior year to complete a 15-hour per week marketing work experience. To be eligible, the must be emplyed in an approved marketing related occupation by the first day of school in the senior year. In Marketing Cooperative Work Experience, students see the real-life application of the marketing tehniques and strategies they have studied in class. From developing the job-seeking and job-keeping skills necessary for successful employment, seeing the concept of supply and demand in action, and testing various promotional mixes, the student has the opportunity to make the transition from high school into business world. Enrollment by approved application. [More information] ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY College Credit - Students may receive two hours of college credit upon successful completion of the Auto Tech Program of Study if they continue their studies at Allegheny College. This program currently is NATEF certified ASE(Automotive Service Excellence). Any student wishing to complete his/her ASE instruction must successfully Complete all Automotive Technology classes and an additional 30 hours of training in an Approved Automotive Technology facility between 10th and 12th grade. #1631T0- Fundamentals and Basic Automotive Electrical Systems (Grades 10-12, adult) is designed to offer the following: Concepts and skills: orientation; proper safety; identification of basic hand tools and equipment and their functions; description and demonstration of basic electrical theory; diagnosis of electrical systems; battery diagnosis and service; starting system diagnosis and repair procedures and identification and repair of charging system components (No prerequisite).[More information] #1625T0 - Theory and Operation of Brake, Steering and Suspension Systems (Grades 11-12, adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: performing hydraulic system diagnosis and repair, drum brake diagnosis and repair, disc brake diagnosis and repair, power brake diagnosis and repair. (No prerequisite)[More information] #1623T0 - Introduction to Basic Engine Concepts and Performance (Grades 10-12,adults) is designed to offer the following: fundamentals of engine diagnosis, fundamentals of cylinder head/valve train repairs, fundamentals of lubrication and cooling systems, general engine performance diagnosis, fundamentals of ignition systems and fundamentals of fuel and exhaust systems. (No prerequisite)[More information] #1635T0 - Suspension & Steering Diagnosis (Grade 11-12, Adults) This course will introduce students to the following concepts and skills: steering systems diagnosis and repair, front suspension, service inspection, wheel alignment and repair, tire diagnosis and repair. (No prerequisite)[More information] #1629T0 - Engine and Power Train/Automotive Electrical Systems (Grades 11-12, adults) is designed to offer the following: Analysis and diagnosis of automotive electrical systems and specific applications, diagnosis and repair of electrical accessories, analysis and diagnosis of engine assemblies, analysis and diagnosis of automatic transmissions/transaxles, analysis and diagnosis of manual transmissions, analysis and diagnosis of differential assemblies and analysis and diagnosis of 4-wheel drive components. (No prerequisite)[More information] #1627T0 - Automotive Electronics (Grades 11-12, adult) is designed to offer the following: Analysis and diagnosis of automatic/semi-automatic temperature controls; analysis and diagnosis of on board computer components; performance of spark timing control tests; fundamentals of idle speed controls; diagnosis and repair of gas recirculation systems; diagnosis and repair of exhaust gas treatment system; diagnosis and repair of inlet air temperature controls; diagnosis and repair of early fuel evaporation systems; fundamentals of vapor recovery systems and analysis, inspection and repair of fuel injection components. (No prerequisite)[More information] COLLISON REPAIR AND REFINISHING This program currently is NATEF certified with ASE (Automotive Service Excellence). Any student wishing to complete his/her ASE instruction must successfully complete all the Collision Repair and Refinishing classes and an additional 30 Hours of training in an Approved Collision repair facility between the 10 and 12th grade. This area of study is designed to provide learners with job entry level skills in auto body and fender repair occupations. Major instructional concepts include the following classes along with general occupational information and computer applications. #1671T0 - Introduction to Collision Repair and Refinishing (Grades 9-10 - 11th and 12th must interview with instructor for approval) This class is designed to introduce students to basic skills and concepts that apply to a career in Collision Repair & Refinishing. The students will learn the skill's apprentices need to be successful in Auto Body Shops. Areas of study include: Non structural repair; Surface preparations and asfety precautions .(No prerequisite)[More information] #1675T0 - Non-Structural Damage Repair (Grade 10-12, adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Analysis and preparation of a vehicle for repair; determination of the extent of vehicle damage, vehicle method plan for repair and making outer body panel repairs, replacement and adjustments; metal finish a damaged panel to its original form; mixing and applying body fillers and inspection, adjustment, repairing or replacing moveable glass and hardware. (No prerequisites)[More information] #1677T1 - Structural Analysis & Damage Repair I (Grades 10-12, adult) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Identification and repair of various weldable materials; removal and replacement of fixed glass using manufacturers procedures; analysis, repair, and replacing structural panels according to manufacturers specifications; diagnosis, measurement and repair of frame damage; diagnosis, measurement and repair of unibody damage and identification inspection and repair of suspension and steering systems. (No prerequisites)[More information] #1677T2 - Structural Analysis & Damage Repair II (grades 10-12, adult) is designed to offer the following concepts: Diagnose, measure and repair frame damage; Diagnose, measure and repair unibody damage; Identify, inspect and repair suspension and steering systems. (Prerequisites #1677T1)[More information] #1679T1 - Surface Preparations & Painting Refinishing(Grades 10-12, Adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Preparing a surface for refinishing using proper safety precautions and inspecting, cleaning and operating spraying equipment. (No prerequisites)[More information] #1679T2 - Surface Preparation & Painting Refinishing (Grades 10-12) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Mixing, matching and applying various refinishing systems; identifying and solving point application problems and identifying finish defects and determining cause and cure. (No prerequisites)[More information] #1673T0 - Mechanical and Electrical Components/Plastics and Adhesives (Grades 10-12, adults) is designed to offer the following concepts: Analysis, repair and replacement of electrical components; inspection, adjustment and repair of hydraulic brake systems; inspection and servicing air conditioning systems; inspection and servicing cooling systems; removal and replacement of drive train assemblies; removal inspection, and replacement fuel intake and exhaust systems; servicing active restraint systems; inspection and servicing passive restraint systems; inspection and servicing supplemental air bag restraint systems and identification and repair of various types of automotive plastics. (No prerequisites)[More information] #2202T0 - Occupational Safety/Fire Science (Grades 10-12, adult) This program of study will provide the student with the knowledge and skills to enter the Fire Service or prepare the student for advanced studies at the college level in Fire Suppression, Industrial Safety, or Public Education and Safety. The courses will provide the necessary minimum requirements to meet NFPA standards 1001, Firefighter Professional Qualifications. In addition general safety requirements for National Safety Standards Board Regulations (OSHA, NIOSH, etc.) will be reviewed. (No prerequisite)[More information] GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTION #2021T0 Introduction to Carpentry (Grades 9-10) This program enables students to become familiar with the tools, and how they are used safely in the building of projects. Practical experience in making a different type of cut and shape are made, and then procedures to assemble or join the shapes together, in the proper manner, are also taught. How to plan and layout any wood project, even housing construction, will be discussed, demonstrated and applied. (No prerequisites)[More information] #1763T0 - Introduction to Electricity (Grades 9-10) This program enables students to become familiar with the basic concepts of electricity and how to work safely around electricity. They will also be able to pursue careers in three different ways, as an Engineer, Electrician, or Maintenance Electrician. Tool identification and use will be a part of this program. Most of the class outline will be based on residential house wiring, layout of a circuit, service entrance, wiring receptacles, switches and lights, as set forth by the National Electrical Code. (No prerequisites)[More information] #1827T0 - Preparing to Build (Grades 11-12, adult) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Identification of basic hand tools and their safe and appropriate use, identification of basic power tools and their safe and appropriate use, identification of basic safety equipment procedures and their appropriate use, proper and safe use of ladders and scaffolds, fundamentals of foundation and floor plans and basic framing materials. (No prerequisites)[More information] #1825T0 - Foundation and Framing (Grades 11-12, adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Preparation for foundation walls, construction of foundation walls, construction of floor framing, construction of wall framing and construction of roof framing. (Prerequisite course #1827T0)[More information] #1829T0 - Masonry & Plumbing (Grades 11-12, adult) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Rough-in a plumbing drain system, rough-in electrical wiring and install insulation and estimate, layout and prepare masonry materials. Prerequisite 1827T0, 1825T0. [More information] #1823T1 - Finishing Work (Grades 11-12, adult) is designed to offer the following: Covering of interior walls , installation of fascia and soffit on eaves and installation of attic ventilation. (Prerequisites courses #1827T0 and 1825T0) [More information] #1823T2 - Building Preparation Specialization (Grades 11-12, adult) is designed to offer the following: Advanced application of schematics and blueprints, construction of foundation walls, frame carpentry skills, installation of finish plumbing, installation of finish wiring, and finish skills on interior and exterior covering. Prerequisite 1827, 1825, 1829, 1923 NOTE: Advanced students may enroll in Building Trades Specialization course for special projects- instructor's permission required. [More information] ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY #1787T0 Introduction to Electron Physics (Grades 10-12, Adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: identify and test basic circuit components, soldering and printed circuit construction, ohms law formulas and Computer Aided Labs, and hand-on learning by doing exercises and career opportunities in Electronics field. [More information] #1783T0 - Basic AC Circuits (Grades 10-12, Adults) This course will introduce students to skills and technology involved in components used with alternating current, basic test equipment, evaluate magnetic and electromagnetic properties, and students will construct AC circuits with the use of a variety of test equipment to analyze these circuits.[More information] #1761T0 - Introduction to Electronics (Grades 10-12, Adults) was developed to meet the needs of a pre-engineering or pre-technician students. Under EIA (Electronics Industries Association) model students will learn basic equipment usage, tool usage and theory integrated into a highly motivated hands-on basic electronics program. The curriculum structure requires out of class reading and study time. Immediate hands-on activity creates a feeling of "really doing something" while the student learns common theory, terms and mathematics needed for advanced electronics programs. Theory will cover electronic components identification, use and testing. Block diagrams of working systems along with schematics will be used to explain the functions of electronic circuits. Test equipment and use will be demonstrated to the student. Activities and projects assembled by the student will be used to teach the use of electronic circuits. Test and measurement will be part of the hands-on lab projects. Mathematics and formulas will be taught as part of the hands-on lab experiments when they are needed. CISCO Computer Networking (11th, 12th & Adults) Courses #1645T0, #1651T0, #1649T0, 1647T0 This course is designed to teach students the skills needed to design, build and maintain small to medium sized networks. This training provides them with the opportunity to enter the workforce and/or further their education and training in the computer networking field. The course includes: Networking Fundamentals Routing Theory and Routing Technicques, Advanced Routing and Switching and Project Base Networking. Credentialing will occur upon completion of these units and successful completion of the CISCO cerification test. #1645T0 - Network Fundamentals (Grades 11-12, Adults) will cover routing theory, components, set-up, start-up and configurations. Students will learn and be associated with hardware and software tools and techiques. Learning cable management and the ability to design, install, and maintain networks will finish the first semester. #1651T0 - Routing Theory II (Grades 11-12, Adults) will deal with increasingly sophisticated router and switch configurations and network troubleshooting skills. Students will be required to maintain a journal and develop an electronic portfolio. #1649T0 - Routing/Switching III (Grades 12, Adults) will involve IP addressing, structured cabling, including cable installation of patch cables. Students will be required to work on teams and present oral exams.presentations. #1647T0 - Project Base Networking IV (Grades 11-12, Adults) will include review for the Certification Exams (CCNA) and practical design with Wide Area Networks (WAN), fiber optics and preparation for 2 and 4 year Information Technology (IT) programs. HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING/REFRIGERATION #1606T0 - Basic Compression Refrigeration (Grades 10-12, Adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Performing fabrication operations with copper tubing and demonstration of knowledge and skills needed in compression refrigeration. (No prerequisites)[More information] #1607T0 - Heating Systems (Grade 11-12, adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Demonstration of knowledge and skills needed to install and service electric heating systems and demonstration of knowledge and kills needed to service and install gas and oil heating systems. (No prerequisites)[More information] #1601T0 - Electrical Controls and Circuits (Grades 11-12, adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Application in servicing electrical controls and circuits and applications in servicing residential, commercial and industrial air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. (Prerequisite courses #1605T0 and #1607T0)[More information] #1603T1 - Domestic, Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration (Grades 11-12, Adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Demonstrating knowledge and skill in all applications of refrigeration and demonstrating knowledge and skill in all applications of air conditioning. (Prerequisites #1605T0 and #1607T0)[More information] #1603T2 - Adult HVAC & R Specialization (Adult Only) WELDING #1985T0 - Introduction to Welding (Grades 10-12, adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Welding fundamentals, welding processes and opportunities in welding; identification and safe practices for tools and equipment used in welding; mathematical relationships in welding and drawings, sketching and spatial interpretations in welding. (No prerequisites)[More information] #1995T0 - Oxyfuel Cutting (Grades 10-12, Adults) is designed to introduce the process of oxy-acetylene cutting. Set- up operation, safety, maintenance and practical use of the equipment will be stressed. (No prerequisites)[More information] #1993T0 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Grades 10-12, adults) is designed to introduce the process of shielded metal arc welding. Set-up operation, safety, maintenance and practical use of the equipment will be stressed. (No prerequisite)[More information] #1989T1 - Gas Metal Arc Welding/Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (Grades 10-12, adults) is designed to introduce both gas welding processes. The student will run bead in flat position and learn safety and practical application of both processes. Prerequisites #1985T0, #1995T0, #1993T0. [More information] #1989T2 - Shielded Metal Arc II & Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II (Grades 10-12, adults) is designed to offer advanced technique in both processes. Position welding and meeting industrial standards and specifications will be the emphasis in this course. (Prerequisite courses #1985T0, #1995T0, #1993T0 and #1989T0)[More information] #1987T0 - Flux Cored Plasma Arc and Metal Arc Welding is designed to offer safety maintenance and practical applications of this advanced welding process. (Prerequisite courses #1985T0, #1995T0, #1993T0 and #1989T0) [More information] AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS #0101T0 - Agriculture Science I (Grades 9-12, adults) The bassic course areas are Plant Science/Pre-Forestry/Ag-Science and Mechanics and Shop Practices. The areas of curriculum involvement are animal care both large and small, identification of animal breeds, introduction to aquaculture, plant science/pre-forestry curricula, plants and tree identification, soil testing, and growing and care of greenhouse plants. Students will also identify and use ag mechanics tools and equipment, make shop drawings and use mechanical skills and construct a shop project. FFA Leadership Skills will be required in the areas of Creed, public speeaking, FFA history and contest participation. [More information] #0112T2 - Agriculture Mechanics I (Grades 11-12, adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Oxygen & acetylene Safety-cutting-welding and shielded arc-mig-tig-plasma-cutting, plumbing and framing designs and concrete & masonry [More information] #0113T0 - Agricultural Mechanics II (Grades 11-12, adults) This course is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: small engine overhauls, multi-cylinder overhauls, design maintenance and tune-up, hydraulic principles and electrical concepts.[More information] #2004T0 - Blueprint Reading/CAD Systems (Grades 10-12, adults) This basic course is a series which provides instructional materials and practical applications for students, apprentices, technicians, and others who must develop the ability to read and interpret blueprints and make mechanical drawings. The course will expand into an AutoCAD It. section where students will design, draw, and plot specific images. The course will give you the freedom of upward mobility into a full power Computer Assissted Drafting course at the post secondary level. (No prerequisites)[More information] #2002T0 Small Engines & Power Tools (Grades 10-12, adults) Instruction is designed to enable students to further develop abilities and skills necessary for successful employment or to be a basis for higher education. While in class, students have the opportunity to develop skills in order to become proficient in Power Tools & Small Engines. The areas of curriculum involvement are: single cylinder overhaul procedures ie: (Kohler, Briggs & Tech.) safe operation of hand and portable power tools, safe operation of stationary power tools, tool fitting, record keeping - SAEP #2006T0 - Introduction to Oxy-Actylene/Arc Welding(Grades 10-12, Adults) Instruction is designed to enable students to further develop abilities and skills necessary for successful employment or to be a basis for higher education. While in class, students have the opportunity to develop skills in order to become proficient in Oxyacetylene & Arc Welding. The areas of curriculum involvement: Ox-Acet. Safety, Cutting and Welding. Overview also of Plasma Cutting, Arc Welding Safety and Skill Exercises, Pad Welding, Electrode Selection, Flat, Horizontal, and Vertical Welding, Record Keeping -SAEP HEALTH OCCUPATIONS SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY Students work in the field of health and medical sciences. The program is designed to prepare students to exit the program with current knowledge and basic skills in a variety of health fields. In particular occupations such as nursing, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, x ray, and all of the medical/lab sciences will be introduced. Exiting students will be eligible to sit for the certified geriatric assistant exam, be certified in CPR and certified Level 3 First Aid. This program is primarily a pre- professional development course which helps students gain realistic options in preparation for post high school training in a selected health field. Courses: #0717T0 - Clinical Concepts/Applied Body Structures (Grades 11-12, Adult) The well-informed health care worker of today must be knowledgeable of common diseases affecting the body systems. Diseases and body functions are presented within the context of each body system. Also included is expanded information on Cancer, cardiovascular surgeries, immunity and Universal Precautions, and information on Diabetes, hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia. All body systems will be discussed and hands-on activities will be completed. This course is a required prerequisite to Diversified Clinical Applications. (No prerequisites)[More information] # 0711T0 - Medical Terminology (Grades 11-12, Adults) This is an introductory unit for students who are interested in entering the health field. Identification of root words, prefixes and suffixes and their meanings is the foundation of medical terminology. Terminology will be covered that is appropriate to the body systems. (Three hours of articulation credit with Allegheny College available to successful completers.) (No prerequisites)[More information] #0715T0 - Concepts of Health Care (Grades 10-12, Adults) This course introduces the personal qualities and communication skills needed to work successfully in a health care setting. The Course also integrates medical terminology and medical math into wellness scenarios. Major areaas of study are legal and ethical responsibilities of health care workers, patient rights and wellness behavior. (No prerequisite)[More information] #0719T4 - Diversified Clinical Applications - 12th Grade Clinical Internship in hospitals, health departments, nursing homes and other health service areas is available to students who complete #0717T0. 8 Hours articulation credit with Allegany College, certification in Nursing Assistant, Home Health Aide, CPR, and First Aid available to successful completers.[More information] PUBLIC/HUMAN SERVICE FOOD MANAGEMENT #1013T0 - Fundamentals of Food Technology/Prostart IA (Grades 10-12, adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Current and future employment opportunities in the food service industry; appropriate personal hygiene; sanitation and safety; use and care of tools, utensils and equipment, standard food preparation techniques, essentials of basic nutrition, math skills for food service and kinds of menus and how they are used. (No prerequisite)[More information] #1019T0 - Basic Food Production/Quick Service/Prostart IIA (Grades 11-12, adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Identification of the components of the Quick Service Food industry, use of convenience foods in quick service preparation, safe and appropriate use of knives and cutters, operation of a salad station, operation of sandwich station, operation of a bake and dessert station, operation of a grill/short order station, operation of a beverage station and plate and garnish menu foods. (No prerequisites)[More information] #1014T0 - Prostart IB/Dining Room Customer Service/Professional Foods Careers (Grades 12) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Safety practices applicable to customer service, sanitation practices applicable to customer service, dining room set-up procedures, appropriate dining room serving techniques, employability skills for the foods industry, communication techniques for the foods industry and computer applications to the industry. [More information] #1020T0 - Prostart IIB/Food Production/Culinary Arts (Grade 12, adults) is designed to offer the following concepts and skills: Classifying and choosing spices, herbs and extracts to enhance flavors in foods; preparation of stocks, soups and sauces; preparation of vegetable and fruits; preparation of meats; preparation of poultry; preparation of fish and seafood; preparation of dairy, egg and farinaceous products; preparation of bakery goods and desserts and preparation of hors d’oeuvres and canapes. (Prerequisite course #1011T0)[More information] #7811T6 - Foods Internship (Grade 12, adults) (Instructor's permission required) [More information] SCIENCE/NATURAL RESOURCES AQUACULTURE/BIOTECH #0141T1 - Aquaculture/Biotech I - WarmWater (Grades 10-12, adults) Topics to include: Importance of Warmwater Aquaculture; History of Warmwater Aquaculture, Economic Perspective of Aquaculture - Improved Fish and Seafood; Species of Warmwater Fish - Tilapia, Hybrid Striped Fish, Catfish, Ornamental Fish; Computer Monitoring of the Aquaculture Lab; Computer communications - Internet and Email Communication with Cooperating Schools; Water quality Testing; Stream Monitoring/Warmwater Fish Anatomy; Body Systems of Aquaculture Species; Reproductive Processes of Warmwater Fish; Nutrition of Aquatic Species; Ornamental Garden Pools; and Plant Science as Related to hydroponics. (no prerequisite)[More information] #0141T2 - Aquaculture/Biotech II- ColdWater (Grades 10-12, adults) This advanced aquaculture class is for students interested in expanding their knowledge of aquaculture and fisheries management. Emphasis will be placed on the culture and physiology of coldwater aquatic species; however students will manage warmwater and coldwater aquaculture laboratories as well as the thirty eight tank aquarium system. Fish reproduction, nutrition and disease will also be covered. Students will also participate in a work bases experience as a component of the class. [More information] #7811T1 - Internship - Aquaculture (Instructor's permission Required) FORESTRY College credit is available at Allegheny College. #0182T0 - Introduction of Forestry/Wildlife (Grades 11-12, adults) Introduction Forestry/Wildlife Mamagement is a period Ag. Education course which focuses on basic management skills. Students in the class will receive instruction in the classroom and practical outdoor labs. (no prerequisites)[More information] #0183T0 Dendrology/Forest Measurement (Grades 11-12) This first semester course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills for proper identification of major hardwood and conifer tree species of West Virginia. Topics involved are; identification by leaves, bark, twigs and fruit, tree morphology, growth characteristics, site conditions and species distribution. Forest Protection includes insect and disease control in the forest environment. Forest Protection also includes forest fire prevention and emergency control measurements. This course will also provide opportunities for students to obtain competency skills in forest measurements, surveying principles, and timer volume estimates. Topics involved are: compass use, pacing practices use of transit in surveying, knowledge of property deeds, calculation of saw timber and pulpwood volumes and use of timber cruising instruments. The majority of class time involved an outdoor lab setting. [More information] #0184T0 - Forest Management/Harvesting (Grades 11-12,adults) Students enrolled will receive a basic knowledge and the skills required for proper management and harvest of forests. Topics include; silvicultural principles, forest product types, chain saw operation and safety, best management practices, forest protection - fire, insects and diseases, and harvesting methods. Learning activities involve classroom and outdoor lab experiences. [More information] #0190T0 - Wildlife Management - Recreational Planning (Grades 11-12, adults) This course is designed to provide students with a basic knowledge of wildlife management and recreational planning techniques. Topic’s include; wildlife concepts, specie characteristics, wildlife food identification, management practices, habitat plans, water quality & Stream surveys, conservation laws, principles and practices used in recreational planning. [More information] HORTICULTURE #0150T0 - Plant Science (Grades 10-12,adults) This program is one block course designed to provide students with a basic knowledge of plant physiology and greenhouse management skills. Students in grades 10, 11, and 12 may enroll in the course. Students are expected to be members of the FFA Chapter and conduct a Supervised Agricultural Experience Program (SAEP) which carries an additional 1/2 credit for successful completion beyond the regular class credit. [More information] #0213T0 - Floral Design and Mangement (Grades 11-12,adults) Identification of plant material - foliar flowering and cut flowers. Arrangement of cut flowers, construction of wreaths and corsages. Designing and decorating with flowers and plants, interior plant identification and design. Greenhouse management skills and floriculture is also included in instruction and hands on experiences. (Alternate years:not taught in 2002-2003) (No prerequisite)[More information] #7811T1 - Internships in Aquaculture, Forestry, Horticulture and Veterinary Science/Animal Technology possible. (Instructor arranged) VETERINARY SCIENCE OR ANIMAL TECHNOLOGY #0138T0, Animal Vet Science I (Small Animals) (Grade 10-12, adults) This class serves as an introduction to animal science. Animal breeds, reproduction and behavior. Animal welfare and rights are covered of both large and small animals. Introduction to disease and nutrition is included as an introduction to Animal Vet Science II. (No prerequisites)[More information] #0137T0, Animal Vet Science II (Large Animals) (Grades 11-12, adults) The Animal Vet Program is primarily designed as a pre-professional curriculum for students interested in pursuing agriculture biology science or veterinary medicine related careers. The curriculum also is valuable for any student with strong animal science interests. Students in the program learn about new technology in the field of animal and veterinary science while studying large and small animals. Principles of animal and veterinary science are investigated through lecture and lab activities in this advanced specialized class. Course topics include: Experimentation in Animal Science, Introduction to Aquaculture, Equine Science and Management, Animal Health, Animal Physiology, Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction, Small Animal Care, Leadership Development, Aquaculture, Wildlife Management, Animal Welfare/Animal Rights, Marketing Animal Products, Animal Research Developments, Disease Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention, and Basic Pharmacology and Vaccinations in Animal Science. [More information]
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