This is a course in the applied visual arts that prepares individuals to use artistic techniques to effectively communicate ideas and information to business and consumer audiences via illustrations and other forms of digital or printed media. Instruction includes training in concept design, layout, paste-up, and techniques such as engraving, etching, silkscreen, lithography, offset, drawing and cartooning, painting, collage, and computer graphics. These courses are based on the state task list.
This course is designed for students who are interested in understanding the principles of nutrition and in maintaining a healthy life style. Attention will be given to the selection and preparation of food and personal health and well-being.
This course introduces students to the world of fashion. Areas to be included are: elements and principles of design, textiles, consumerism and careers, with an emphasis on personal application.
This course is part of a sequence of courses that prepares individuals to use artistic techniques combined with a commercial perspective to effectively communicate ideas and information to business and consumer audiences via the use of digital photography. Instruction includes training in specialized camera and equipment operation, software usage, maintenance, applications to commercial and industrial needs, and photography business operations.
Note: Student will need access to a digital camera.
For students interested in a career in fashion. This introduction includes fashion cycles, leaders, textiles, apparel details, color, designs, fashion history, retailing and promotion.
The primary focus of this class is hands-on, on-site early child development experiences. This course prepares individuals for careers related to early childhood education. Experiences include: program planning and management, resource and facility management, supervising recreational and play activities, preparing and implementing a large variety of learning experiences for children, the application of individual teaching skills, and preparation for a career and/or entrepreneurial opportunities. Student leadership (FCCLA) may be an integral part of the course.
Note: There are a limited number of in-school lab positions available. Students must successfully complete Child Development and Early Childhood Education I Curriculum and Lab before enrolling in this course.
Food Handler's Permit required.
This is the second instructional course in a sequence of courses that prepares individuals with knowledge of residential architectural and related construction. This course includes instruction in building materials, building codes, typical wall sections, interior elevations, plot plans, Specifications, electrical plans, architectural renderings, and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software with a major emphasis on 3D.
This course is a continuation of Early Childhood Education I Curriculum. Students must successfully complete Childhood Development and Early Childhood Education I Curriculum before taking this course.
Note: Food Handler's permit is required.
This course prepares individuals for child-related careers and/or more extensive parenting skills through personal interaction with children. Instruction is given in developing positive relationships with and learning experiences for children, childcare policies and management, guidance techniques, and health and safety concerns. On-site preschool and/or child care experiences will be a major component of the course. Previous completion of the Child Development course is recommended. Student leadership (FCCLA) may be an integral part of the course.
This course is designed for students who have interests in the fields of design, apparel, textiles, and clothing construction. Individual projects using design principles will be used as vehicles to further develop the students’ skills. Experiences may include pattern design, surface design, principles of clothing construction, fitting and alteration, custom sewing, home decorating, and other entrepreneurial opportunities.