Auto Body Repair

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes the name, use, and care of tools of the trade; skills needed for welding, replacing and repairing parts, and panels, as well as interior and exterior cleanup. Spray gun technique along with care of paint equipment, including types of paint and refinish systems are taught. Another unit is repair estimating.

COURSE LENGTH: Two year program

Automotive Mechanics

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course combines technical background information in the classroom and practical experience in the shop. Training is given on many types of vehicles and engines, using the latest types of equipment. Work and study is done on engine overhaul and tune-up, suspension brakes, wheel balancing, electrical systems, carburetion, emission control computer systems, air-conditioning, and accessories.

COURSE LENGTH: Two year program

Child Care

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to provide students interested in a career in child and day care operations with information and practical experiences needed for the development of job-related competencies. Students will be provided laboratory experiences either in a school-based or extended campus facility. Students will be expected to develop appropriate skills in program development and in assisting with children's and/or adult's activities. Classroom study is concerned with the philosophy and management of care centers and the state and local regulations governing care-giving operations. The main learning experiences will involve actual work with children/adults in situations that simulate those found in business and industry, as well as preparation for that activity. Leadership and employability skills will also be a part of this course.

COURSE LENGTH: One year program

Electronics

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is a training program for junior or senior students who desire a career in some field of electronics or computer networking including both theory and practical experience. Introductory principles ranging from AC-DC circuitry through Novell networking and Cisco Routers will be taught. Practical skills will include troubleshooting methods, reading schematic diagrams and programming at 3 levels. Tools used will include meters, oscilloscopes, power supplies and software. Advanced topics include solid state devices, microprocessors, digital circuits and interfacing. Computer circuitry, repair of computers and LAN cabling is included. Successful completion of the program should enable the student to complete the (A+ certified) computer technician certification, Novell network manager Certified Network Administration (CAN) certification of other electronic technical certification.

COURSE LENGTH: Two year program

Power Mechanics

COURSE DESCRIPTION: A two year course vocational in nature is for those junior or senior students who aim for a career in the repair and assembly of farm machinery. Instruction will be given for all types of mechanical equipment, including diesel motors, and hydraulic and electrical systems.

Diagnostic equipment for engine analysis will be used and advanced welding will be included. Assembly of new equipment, tune up, and complete overhaul of old equipment will be part of the course.

COURSE LENGTH: Two year program