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Canyons Technical Education Center
Course Catalog
Skills for Today and Tomorrow
DrDavidS.Doty,J.D..Ph.D.SuperintendentofSchools9150S.500West,Sandy,Utah84070:801826‐5010F:801826‐5053
www.canyonsdistrict.org
SuperintendentofSchoolsDavidS.Doty,J.D.,Ph.D.Phone:801826‐5010Fax:801826‐5053
DearStudentsandParents,OnbehalfofCanyonsSchoolDistrictandtheBoardofEducation,IencourageyoutoconsiderthecareerandtechnicaleducationopportunitiesofferedattheCanyonsTechnicalEducationalCenter.CanyonsDistrictandCTECarecommittedtoprovidingcareerpathwaystohigh‐wage,high‐demandjobsbothinsideandoutsidetheStateofUtah.Whetheryourinterestisinbuildingahouseoracutting‐edgeWebsite,orbecominganengineeroranERnurse,youwillfindchallengingandrelevantcourseworktaughtbytheoutstandingfacultyatCTEC.Pleasetakethetimetobrowsethecoursecatalogfortheeducationalopportunitiesmostappealingtoyouandyourcareergoals.Welookforwardtoprovidingyouwithapathwaytosuccess.Sincerely,DavidS.Doty,J.D.,Ph.D.SuperintendentCanyonsSchoolDistrict
CANYONS SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION Tracy Scott Cowdell, President Sherril Taylor, Vice President
Kevin Cromar Kim Horiuchi Paul McCarty
Mont Millerberg Steve Wrigley
DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION Superintendent: David S. Doty, J.D., Ph.D.
Chief Financial Officer, General Counsel: Keith Bradford, J.D., CPA Deputy Superintendent /Chief Academic Officer: Ginger Rhode, Ph.D
Assistant Superintendent /Chief Operations Officer: Robert Dowdle, Ed.D Assistant Superintendent /Chief Performance Officer: Kathryn U. McCarrie, Ph.D.
Chief of Staff: Charles Evans
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION Janet Goble, Director
Patricia Thomas, District Coordinator
CANYONS TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER Ken Spurlock, Principal
Denise Hodges, CTE Specialist Sharon Squires, CTE Specialist
Canyons School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color national, origin, gender or disability, in its programs and activities. The district Civil Rights and Accommodations Office handles inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies. Complaints can be made to school administrators or to the Civil Rights and Accommodations officer at 801-826-5350
Published December 2011
GENERAL INFORMATION Canyons Technical Education Center
825 East 9085 South Sandy, Utah 84094
www.canyonstech.org Phone : 801-826-6600Fax: 801-826-6609
REGISTRATION PROCEDURES
STEP 1 Read the catalog or check out course information at www.canyonstech.org. Select a program. Courses are available to Junior and Senior students only. Any student enrolled at CTEC must also be registered at a Canyons School District or Wasatch Front Consortium affiliated high school.
STEP 2 Evaluate your schedule, graduation status, time restrictions, and career goals with your
CTE Coordinator and/or counselor at your school. Review the course requirements and take the steps necessary to meet those requirements.
STEP 3 Fill out the online application. Go to www.canyonstech.org and click on the link
Online Application. Make sure that you are using a computer that has the latest version of Adobe Reader Installed. (Get the free latest version of Adobe Reader from http://www.get.adobe.com/reader). After you have filled out the application completely, click the Submit Form button. If you wish to apply for more than one program, you must fill out separate applications and submit them online as well.
STEP 4 Pre-testing is required for some CTEC programs. Check the catalog or the Pre-Testing
Schedule and Information link on the website to see if it is required for your program. STEP 5 See your school’s CTE Coordinator to have your high school transcript forwarded to
Canyons Technical Education Center. STEP 6 Selected students will receive notification of acceptance from the Canyons Technical
Education Center. Your school will register you for classes. A class schedule should be ready for you on the day designated by your school. If you were not selected for the class you chose, see your CTE Coordinator to discuss alternative courses.
Canyons District CTE Coordinators Alta High School Robyn Sleight 801-826-5641 Brighton High School Carolyn Chipman 801-826-5841 Hillcrest High School Leslie Covington-Taft 801-826-6041 Jordan High School Brent Boswell 801-826-6241
Other CTE Contacts Bingham High School Wayne Dittmore 801-256-5125 Copper Hills High School Nicole Blanco 801-256-5329 Herriman High School Craig Cottle 801-567-8447 Riverton High School Gayle Whitefield 801-256-5825 West Jordan High School Shawnee Mounga 801-256-5609 Valley High School David Tangaro 801-572-7035 Granite School District James Taylor 385-646-4340 Murray School District Rob Couraud 801-264-7460 Salt Lake School District Jan Hedberg 801-481-4949 Tooele School District Marianne Oborn 435-833-1900
AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR TECHNICIAN Skilled and Technical Sciences
Instructor: Barry Wootton [email protected] 801-826-6636
Length of Program: Full Year - AM or PM sessions (2nd year advanced)
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits total Concurrent Credit: AR 1100: 5 credits AR 1111: 7 credits Additional Opportunities: Students may experience youth leadership and service through
SkillsUSA. Skills Certification: Students prepare to take Utah State Skills Competency Exam Certificate. Required: Students must possess a current driver’s license. Recommended: Auto I, Welding I and mechanical ability and good memory skills are
suggested.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: First Year: Students will be able to diagnose and repair collision damage. They will gain a basic understanding of: • Estimating • Metal repair • Paint chemistry/application • Fiberglass and plastic repair • Automotive-related welding Second Year: Students will further develop their first year skills and be able to pursue their areas of interest in more detail. This course provides students with entry level knowledge and skills as an Auto Collision Technician. It also prepares students for opportunities in post-secondary education as an Auto Collision Technician. Students can qualify to participate in job shadowing and in externships. COURSE OBJECTIVES: This course provides students with entry-level knowledge and skills in preparation to work in the auto collision industry. It also provides pathways for students to pursue in post-secondary education in this field. Career and Technology credit, competency certification, job placement assistance, youth leadership opportunities, Concurrent Enrollment credit, up to 12 credits. COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Students will be working with power tools and hazardous materials such as paint, solvents, and fillers. Safety glasses, paint respirator, and proper clothing are required. This is a competency based course. Each competency will help students develop skills needed in the collision repair industry. Student projects will require approval; costs will be paid by the student.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (mandatory) $40Work Keys Certification (mandatory) $15SkillsUSA Membership Fee (optional) $15Safety glasses, paint respirator, personal safety equipment, work clothes, work shoes, hand tools, spreaders and mixing boards
$50-$100
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION (ON-SITE) Skilled and Technical Sciences
Instructor: Fred Smith [email protected] 801-826-6668
Length of Program: Full Year - AM or PM sessions (2nd year available)
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits total Concurrent Credit: BCCM 1010: 3 credits (optional) BCCM 1045: 4 credits (optional) BCCM 1145: 4 credits (optional) Additional Opportunities: Students may experience youth leadership and service through
SkillsUSA. Skills Certification: Students will prepare to take the Utah State Skills Competency
Certificate Test. Recommended: Woodshop is suggested.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will participate in all phases of constructing a house. First Year: Skills learned include layout work, stairway installation, windows, and trusses, footings, sheetrock and taping, cement flat work, finish carpentry, sub-floors, aluminum cornice and siding installation, framing of walls and roof, shingle application, proper use of tools, reading blueprints, following safety instructions, masonry and ceramic tile. Second Year: Students will further develop their first year skills and be able to pursue an area of interest in more depth. COURSE OBJECTIVES: Career and Technology credit, youth leadership opportunities, job placement assistance, concurrent enrollment credit. COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Training will take place at a construction site close to the CTEC campus. Students will be working with power equipment, on scaffolds (at heights), and be exposed to hot and cold weather.
Costs/Fees: * The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (optional-one time only) $40SkillsUSA Membership Fee (optional) $15Safety glasses, personal safety equipment, work clothes, work shoes and hand tools
varies
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT TRAINING Business
Instructor: Renee Pay [email protected] 801-826-6632
Length of Program: Full Year - AM or PM sessions
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits total Senior Language Arts Credit Concurrent Credit: Mgmt 1100: 3 credits Fall Mgmt 1600: 3 credits Spring Comm 1010: 3 credits Fall Comm 1020: 3 credits Spring Industry Certification: IC3 Certification Skills Certifications: Utah State Skills Competency Certificates Recommended: Keyboarding, word processing and computer technology are suggested.
COURSE DESCRIPTION :In this program, students will learn success strategies, design their own program of study, and gain actual work experience as a professional employee in a simulated business environment. Students will complete professional seminars on Time Management, Maximum Achievement: Keys to Peak Performance and Personal Leadership; Programming Yourself for Success; Good to Great; One-Minute Manager; The “Fish” Philosophy; and Who Moved My Cheese. Students may earn up to 12 college credits in Management and Communications.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: Students will obtain actual management experience and build a resume and an impressive job portfolio of competency certificates for future employers. Students will also create an actual strategic business plan and gain real-life business knowledge and experience. Students who complete the management program will leave empowered.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Students will be expected to be professional, ethical, and work as part of a management team. They must also adhere to the Canyons School District Computer Use Policy.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (optional-one time only) $40IC3, MTA, Adobe, IT STRATA Testing Fee $45
CONSTRUCTION TRADES FOUNDATION Skilled and Technical Sciences
Instructor: Fred Smith [email protected] 801-826-6668
Length of Program: Full Year – AM or PM session
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits total Concurrent Credit: BCCM 1010: 3 credits (optional) BCCM 1045: 4 credits (optional) BCCM 1145: 4 credits (optional) Additional Opportunities: Students may experience youth leadership and service through
SkillsUSA. Skills Certification: Students will prepare to take the Utah State Skills Competency
Certificate Test. Recommended: Woodshop is suggested.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will frame a house and learn how to be a Job Superintendent, Project Manager. Skills taught include math, job scheduling, layout work, stairway installation, windows, and trusses, footings, sheetrock and taping, cement flat work, finish carpentry, sub-floors, aluminum cornice and siding installation, framing walls and roof, shingle application, proper use of tools, reading blueprints, following safety instructions, masonry, and ceramic tile. This course will emphasize concepts in project management, supervision and math skills. COURSE OBJECTIVES: Career and Technology credit, youth leadership opportunities, job placement assistance, concurrent enrollment credit, up to 8 credits. COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Training will take place at a construction site close to the CTEC campus. Students will be working with power equipment, scaffolds (at heights), and be exposed to hot and cold weather.
Costs/Fees: * The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (optional-one time only) $40SkillsUSA Membership Fee (optional) $15Safety glasses, personal safety equipment, work clothes, work shoes and hand tools
varies
COSMETOLOGY/BARBERING Skilled and Technical Sciences
Coordinator: Shelli Ivie [email protected] 801-826-6661
Length of Program: One Year or Two Year - AM or PM sessions Juniors and Seniors accepted
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits total Concurrent Credit: Orientation Barb/Cos Lab I: 3 credits Inter. Barb/Cos Lab I: 3 credits Orientation Barb/Cos Lab II: 3 credits Inter. Barb/Cos Lab II: 3 credits Orientation Barb/Cos Theory: 4 credits Inter. Barb/Cos Theory: 4 credits Intro to Barb/Cos Lab I: 3 credits Advan. Barb/Cos Lab I: 3 credits Intro to Barb/Cos Lab II: 3 credits Advan. Barb/Cos Lab II: 3 credits Intro to Barb/Cos Theory: 4 credits State Board Prep: 4 credits Additional Opportunities: Students may experience youth leadership and service through Skills
USA. Industry Certification: Students will work towards the State of Utah DOPL: Utah Cosmetology/Barbering Licensing Exam. Recommended: Good eye-hand coordination, artistic color and design principles, basic
geometric design, logical reasoning, basic math and customer service skills.
Pretesting: Required, contact CTE Coordinator at your school before March for test
dates.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The CTEC Cosmetology/Barbering Program is a SLCC Concurrent Enrollment program. The program provides the high school student with the ability to advance their education and practical skills before their high school graduation. Students earn hours towards the State of Utah required 2000 clock hours and credits towards SLCC Barber/Cosmetology course curriculum requirements. Upon high school graduation, the student will have a head start in their education of the Cosmetology/Barbering fields. The Cosmetology/Barbering lab runs as a full service salon that is open to the public. The student has the opportunity to practice men’s and women’s hair styling, cutting, coloring, perming, chemical relaxing, skin care, and nail care with emphasis on safety, sanitation and professionalism.
COURSE OBJECTIVES AND EXPECTATIONS: To complete the state licensing requirements, after high school graduation the student will need to complete their required clock hours by enrolling into a cosmetology/barber program of their choice. Students interested in completing their SLCC certificate will need to attend the 5 required college classes and clock hours to fulfill the SLCC Cosmetology/Barbering course curriculum. Upon the students’ completion of the state license requirements, the student will be prepared to take the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology, INC. (NIC) test and apply for a Cosmetology/Barbering license.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (mandatory) (one time only) $40Books (mandatory) (Price subject to change) $275Kit Cost (mandatory) (Price subject to change) $850CTEC Lab Fee $600 per semester (mandatory) $1200Skills USA Membership Fee (optional) $15
CRIMINAL JUSTICE Skilled and Technical Sciences
Instructor: Jamie Hurd [email protected] 801-826-6648
Length of Program: Semester AM or PM sessions
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 2 credits total Concurrent Credit: CJ 1010: 3 credits (required) CJ 1330: 3 credits (required) CJ 2540: 3 credits (required) Recommended: Law Enforcement, Psychology and Sociology are encouraged.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This program is designed to introduce students to the Criminal Justice system in conjunction with the SLCC Criminal Justice curriculum. Each student will have the opportunity to enroll in SLCC Concurrent Enrollment and receive college credit for this course work. During this semester class, the student will take criminal justice courses covering subjects such as Criminal Justice, Criminal Law, and Careers in Law Enforcement.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of these courses, the student will have the knowledge and will have completed the necessary classes to enroll in other college-level criminal justice courses toward an associate degree through SLCC and/or enrollment in the SLCC self-sponsored Peace Officer’s Standards and Training (POST) Peace Officer Certification. COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Come to class ready to pay attention and work. Only one thing will mean the difference for you and for you community: WORK. But not just any kind of work will do. Come to class excited about learning principles of law, equity, moral absolutism, and magnanimity of character—the true purveyances of justice. Furthermore, come to class ready to excel physically, spiritually, socially, and mentally as all good criminal justice professionals should.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (one time only) $40
DIGITAL MEDIA/3D ANIMATION Academy of Information Technology
Instructor: Lisa Wadzeck [email protected] 801-826-6654
Length of Program: Full Year - AM or PM sessions (2nd year advanced)
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits total Concurrent Credit: ART 1020: 3 credits (optional) ART 1800: 4 credits (optional) Industry Certification: IC3 Certification, Adobe ACA for Photoshop, Flash and Premiere Utah State Skills Competency Exam Certificate Recommended: Computer skills, computer graphics and art classes are helpful.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Level 1: This course prepares students for a variety of careers in the field of digital media. Within an environment geared towards creativity and teamwork, students will have the opportunity to develop a variety of skills in areas such as: 2D and 3D graphics, text, 2D and 3D animation, audio and video. Students will also learn project development skills such as project management, script writing, storyboarding, design skills, and project evaluation and critiquing skills. After completion of the course, all students will leave with a professional digital portfolio containing their work. Some examples of student projects may include: illustrations, posters, CD covers, advertisements, training software, video games, animations, radio spots, original music score, etc.
Level 2: Students who return for a second year will continue to develop their professional portfolio and learn higher level skills.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: The objective of this course is to prepare students to participate in paid internships and receive training in a high skill, creative and fun occupation.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Each student must abide by the CTEC and Canyons District Computer Usage Policy. Excellent attendance is critical for success in this course.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (optional-one time only) $40IC3, MTA, Adobe, IT STRATA Testing Fee (optional) $45SkillsUSA Membership Fee $15
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN Skilled and Technical Sciences
Instructor: Roger Wilcox [email protected] 801-826-6667
Length of Program: Full Year - AM or PM sessions
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits total Courses included: Electrical 1, Electrical 2 and Building Construction Overview Concurrent Credit: BCCM 110: 3 credits (optional) Additional Opportunities: Students will experience youth leadership and service through SkillsUSA. Recommended: Algebra I would be helpful, but not required.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Installation of electrical equipment and systems in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local regulations. Students will learn residential and commercial wiring methods, trade mathematics, reading, interpreting NEC 2011, trade and theory applications, reading and following diagrams and blueprints, troubleshooting and problem-solving, work as member of a construction team, prepare and apply for a job. Students will receive a general overview of building construction as it relates to electrical installation by working at the project house. COURSE OBJECTIVES: Students will learn construction and electrical safety, conductors, hand bending, fasteners and anchors, electrical theory one and two, electrical test equipment, introduction to the NEC, raceways, boxes and fittings, Career and Technology credit, youth leadership opportunities, job placement assistance. COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Training will take place in a classroom setting and at a construction site close to the CTEC campus. Students will be climbing ladders and scaffolds (at heights); working with power equipment, and have exposure to electrical circuitry.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (optional-one time only) $40SkillsUSA Membership Fee (optional) $15Electrical tools recommended varies
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) Health Sciences
Instructor: Kacey Thorne [email protected] 801-826-6657
Length of Program: Full Year - AM or PM sessions
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits total Concurrent Credit: MA 1100: 2 credits (optional) 9 Extra credits available through UVU upon certification Industry Certification: Students will prepare to take Utah Basic EMT Certification Test. Required: Seniors MUST be 18 by August of the year of program completion. It is
strongly recommended that students have current immunizations including the hepatitis A and B series. A current TB test is also required. Students must provide their own transportation to all clinical sessions. Students must be able to lift 125 pounds.
Recommended: Previous Courses in Biology, Health Occupations, Medical Anatomy and
Physiology are suggested. Pretesting: Required, contact CTE Coordinator at your school for test dates.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course prepares students with the skills to function as an EMT and to administer Basic Life Support by: assessing patients, bandaging, splinting and immobilizing procedures, administering first aid, assisting with allowed medications of patients, lifting, moving and transporting patients, working as a member of a medical team; airway stabilization, medical terminology, operating a defibrillator, assisting patients with childbirth, measurement and monitoring of vital signs.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: The objective of this course is to prepare students to take the State EMT licensing exam, become CPR certified, earn college credit, and to be prepared for further education in the health field.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Students must demonstrate excellent attendance. There are some inherent risks in his training program. The course involves strenuous physical activity, lifting and moving patients. There is possible exposure to body fluids. Students may use mechanical and electrical devices and perform these activities in less than ideal circumstances. Clinical training will take place evenings and some Saturdays.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (optional-one time only) $40State Testing Fees (mandatory) $160-$195HOSA Membership (optional) $25CPR and First Aid Fee $70First Aid Kit (mandatory) $15TB Test (mandatory) variesEMT Uniform variesEMT Textbook $105Medical Terminology Text $25
FIRE SCIENCE Skilled and Technical Sciences
Instructor: Scott Bringhurst [email protected] 801-826-6666
Length of Program: Full Year - AM or PM sessions
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits total Concurrent Credit: ESFF 1000: 4 credits (optional) Industry Certification: FF1 Certification, Haz Mat Awareness, Haz Mat Operations Recommended: Algebra, physical fitness, and a mature attitude are encouraged.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class is designed to build teamwork and help safely fight fires in a variety of situations including structural, wild land, automobile and hazmat incidents. This course uses a hands on approach that develops skills within specific evolutions. It uses coaching techniques to provide a better overall understanding of the topics being taught. Key content includes: safety, ICS, fire behavior, SCBA, fire attack, search and rescue, ventilation, salvage and overhaul, vehicle fires, Hazmat, and brush fires. COURSE OBJECTIVES: The objective of this course is to prepare the student for a career in the fire service and/or fire industry. The course objectives cover fire technology education, career opportunities, public fire protection, chemistry and physics of fire, public and private support, resources, fire administration, support functions, training, prevention, codes and ordinances, fire protection systems and equipment, emergency management and operations. COURSE EXPECTATIONS: The course includes classroom participation and field trip participation. Students may earn concurrent credit through Utah Valley University. Registration fees for college credit are established by the fire academy. A higher level of physical fitness, attendance, punctuality, responsibility, and a mature attitude while dealing with emergency situations is a must.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Concurrent Enrollment Fee for UVU (optional-one time only) $35Certification Fees $40 for each test $120SkillsUSA Membership Fee (optional) $15Gloves $50Hood $20Shirts $10Class Fees $40
GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT/FLORAL DESIGN Agriculture
Instructor: Max Lunt [email protected] 801-826-6646
Length of Program: Fall Semester PM only Students may also register for Nursery and Landscaping Spring Semester Second-year programs are available High School Credit: CTE Credit (1) and Science Credit or Elective Credit (1): 2 credits total Additional Opportunities: Youth leadership in FFA and job placement assistance are available. Required: Students should enjoy working with flowers and potted plants, and be
able to work independently. Recommended: Previous courses in Biology or Art are helpful.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to train students to enter the floral and greenhouse industries and be prepared for related college courses. Applied skills are developed through a variety of topics, projects, activities, and instructional methods.
Topics Include: Floral design principles, care of indoor plants, floral business principals, plant science, wedding and holiday arrangements, greenhouse structures, plant and flower identification, greenhouse crops, and plant care.
Projects and Activities Include: Corsages and boutonnieres, poinsettia crop management, flower arrangements, terrariums, field trips, FFA State Floriculture Competition.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: The objective of this course is to provide hands-on training in the agriculture career field. Students will learn about plant science, floral design, and greenhouse operation. Students will be working in the classroom, school campus, and greenhouse doing academic and hands-on activities. Business, science, and artistic skills will be developed in class and advanced through lab assignments.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Attendance is important. Students should like working with their hands and enjoy working with plants, trees and gardens.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Course Fees None
HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS/DIESEL Skilled and Technical Sciences
Instructor: John Christensen [email protected] 801-826-6637
Length of Program: Full Year - AM or PM sessions (2nd year Advanced program)
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits Concurrent Credit: DST 1045: 4 credits (optional) DST 1065: 4 credits (optional) Additional Opportunities: Students may experience youth leadership and service through
SkillsUSA. Recommended: Automotive classes and mechanical experience are helpful.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: First Year: Topics include learning the mathematics and measuring tools for measuring internal and external diesel engine components. Complete engine rebuild, 12/24 volt electrical systems learning Ohms law in incorporating math into the electrical systems, voltage drop, resistance, wiring, and trouble shooting. Students will learn to use power tools and hand tools safely. Brakes and air brake systems, arc welding and gas torch use, suspensions on trailers, truck and alignments, transmission, clutch repair, truck preventive maintenance, differential removal and rebuild. Reading and understanding shop manual use will also be covered. Second Year: Students will further develop their first year skills and be able to pursue their areas of interest in more detail. These subject areas include: advanced electronics, engine performance, hydraulics and canbus communication/multiplexing.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: Career and Technology credit, youth leadership opportunities, articulation agreement–SLCC Concurrent Enrollment, up to 8 credits, program certificate and job placement assistance are available through this course.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS: In this class, students will be exposed to oils, fuels, cleaning solutions, heavy equipment, power equipment and welding torches.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (optional-one time only) $40Protective glasses $5Workbook $20SkillsUSA Membership Fee (optional) $153-ring binder varies
INTERNET DATABASE AND ADVANCED WEB DESIGN New Information Technology
Instructor: TBA 801-826-6655
Length of Program: Full Year AM or PM sessions
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits total Industry Certifications: CIW, Adobe, IC3, IT STRATA, Network +, MTA Concurrent Credit: Pending Recommended: General Computer Knowledge, Computer Technology Graphics or Art
Classes, Business and/or Marketing Courses
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will design and develop websites, create web databases, and understand the basic tools of internet marketing. Students will learn to use web languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SQL and become proficient in using industry tools including Photoshop, Flash, After Effects, Notepad++, and JQuery. Each student will also have the opportunity to earn the CIW (Certified Internet Webmaster) industry certification, IC3 certification, Photoshop, Flash, Dreamweaver, IT STRATA, and Network+. COURSE OBJECTIVES: This program helps students prepare for a career in the Web Development field by creating, developing, and publishing professional web pages on live servers. Students will be able to register and create their own domain name and create a personal presence on the web. In addition, students will create, use, and connect internet databases as well as understand how to use the internet as a marketing tool. Students will create an on-line portfolio for future clients and/or employers.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Students must abide by the CTEC and Canyons District Computer Usage Policy and use ethical guidelines while creating web sites and databases in this program. Students are expected to have a strong work ethic, professionalism, and good attendance.
Costs/Fees: * The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. IC3, MTA, Adobe, IT STRATA Testing Fees (optional) $45CIW Testing Fee per test (optional) $80Concurrent Enrollment Fee (pending) $40SkillsUSA fee $15
MEDICAL ASSISTANT Health Sciences
Instructor: Mary Lee Hackman [email protected] 801-826-6640
Length of Program: Full Year PM Session only
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: total of 4 credits Concurrent Credit: MA 1100: 2 credits (optional) Skills Certification: Utah State Medical Assistant Endorsement Required: Seniors only Recommended: Medical Anatomy and Physiology strongly suggested. Pretesting: Required, contact CTE Coordinator at your school for test dates.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course teaches students the clinical skills to work in a physician’s office. These clinical skills include: taking vital signs, drawing blood, giving shots, performing simple lab tests, and documenting information in patient’s medical records. Front office skills that are taught are: setting up patient records, billing medical insurances, scheduling patient visits and managing the office setting.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: To prepare students to become medical assistants. Students will work as an extern in a medical office and take the required tests to become a Utah Endorsed Medical Assistant.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Students are required to do the following:
Participate as medical assistant and patient in venipuncture, injections, finger sticks and urinalysis.
Learn and follow safety precautions when working with patient body fluids. Pass 4 State competency tests at the end of the course with a score of 80% or better. Complete a 160 hour externship working for a physician.
Costs/Fees: * The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. HOSA Membership (optional) $25Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (optional) $40CPR and First Aid Fee $70Blood Pressure Equipment $35TB Test (mandatory) variesHepatitis A & B Series variesMMR, TD variesPearson’s Medical Assisting Textbook $83Electronic Health Record Kit varies
MEDICAL FORENSICS New Health Sciences
Instructor: TBA 801-826-6600
Length of Program: Full Year AM and PM sessions
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: total 4 credits Skills Certification: Pending Cooncurrent Credit: Pending Required: Seniors only Recommended: Medical Anatomy and Physiology strongly suggested.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This program is designed to create an awareness of the branch of health science relating to medical forensics. Students will learn to identify, analyze, and process logically using deductive reasoning and problem solving. Medical forensics involves many aspects of health science instruction including laboratory skills and safety, microscopy, toxicology, measurement, physical evidence identification, pathology, anthropology, entomology, psychology, blood spatter analysis, and career exploration. In addition, students will learn related medical terminology and explore other related medical and health topics.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: To prepare students to work in a medical laboratory setting.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Students are required to do the following:
Learn medical and laboratory procedures dealing with cultures and pathogens. Pass a state skills competency test at the end of the course with a score of 80% or better. Exhibit professionalism in a lab setting.
Costs/Fees: * The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. HOSA Membership (optional) $25Lab Coat $20Concurrent Enrollment Fee $40Textbook $65
NETWORK SYSTEMS Academy of Information Technology
Instructor: Lezlie Harper [email protected] 801-826-6653
Length of Program: Full Year – AM or PM sessions
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: total 4 credits
Industry Certification: A+, Network +, CCNA, MTA, IC3, IT STRATA Additional Opportunities: SkillsUSA Competition, Learn Key State Competition Additional Information: A+ PC Repair taught 1st semester Networking taught 2nd semester Recommended: Keyboarding, TLC and Foundations of Technology
COURSE DESCRIPTION: A+ Certification: This course introduces students to the computer’s inner workings. Students learn how to troubleshoot and repair various hardware, software, and configuration problems. Students also learn how to install computer components as well as to install and configure software ranging from operating systems to applications. This course prepares students to pass the CompTIA A+, IT STRATA, IC3 and MTA certification exams. Digital Networks (CCNA) & (Network+): The basic concepts of functionally connecting multiple computing devices are addressed in this course. Physical connections as well as logical connections are presented. Concepts such as bandwidth, access time, data rate, and error detection and correction, as well as other appropriate topics are covered. This course prepares students to pass the Cisco CCNA and the CompTIA Network+ certification exams.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: The objective of this course is to prepare students to support computer systems and networks in a business environment, get real world experience in supporting systems, learn to troubleshoot computers, and optimize computer systems. Students will receive training in a high skill, high demand profession.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Each student must abide by the CTEC and Canyons District Computer Usage Policy.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver.
Tool Rental Fee $20SkillsUSA Membership Fee (optional) $15IC3, MTA, Adobe IT STRATA Certification Test Fee (optional) $45CCNA Certification Test Fee (optional) $125A+ - 2 Tests Certification Test Fee (per test) (optional) $80 Network + Certification Test Fee (optional) $125
NURSE ASSISTANT (CNA) Health Sciences
Instructor: Joy Phillippy [email protected] 801-826-6658
Length of Program: Fall or Spring Semester AM or PM sessions
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: total 2 credits Concurrent Credit: MA 1100: 2 credits (optional) HLTH 1200: 3 credits (optional) Additional Opportunities: Students may experience youth leadership and service through HOSA. Industry Certification: Students prepare to take the State Nurse Assistant Certification Test. Required: Excellent attendance is important. Students must attend one clinical
session each week, above and beyond class time (see below). Must have current immunizations: Hepatitis B series, Tuberculosis (TB) skin test, Tdap, Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR), Flu and Varicella vaccine are required.
Recommended: Biology, Health Occupations, Medical Anatomy, and Physiology, Health
Sciences and Biology are suggested.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students will provide patient care, assess patients wellness, report changes in patient condition, measure intake/output, perform range of motion tests, and measure vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature, height, and weight). Additionally students will assist with lifting, moving, walking, turning and positioning patients. CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) certification, medical terminology, basic human anatomy and physiology concepts will be taught.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: To obtain Career and Technology credit, learn about a possible career in nurse assisting, gain a basic medical understanding, become a Certified Nursing Assistant through the State Certification Program (must qualify), become CPR and First Aid certified, access youth leadership and benefit from job opportunities. Receive Medical Terminology and First Aid and Safety Concurrent Enrollment Credit.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS: In addition to classroom requirements, students will be training at a skilled nursing facility or hospital, which provides care to patients. Clinical training will take place evenings and some Saturdays. 100 hours of clinical experience is required.
Costs/Fees: * The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (optional-one time only) $40State Testing Fees $70HOSA Membership (optional) $25Medical Equipment $40CPR and First Aid Fee $70TB Test variesHepatitis B Series variesMedical Terminology Book $25Nursing Workbook $20
NURSERY/LANDSCAPING Agriculture
Instructor: Max Lunt [email protected] 801-826-6646
Length of Program: Spring Semester PM only Students may also register for Greenhouse Management/ Floral Design Fall Semester. Second-year programs are available High School Credit: CTE Credit (1) and Science Credit or Elective Credit (1): total 2 credits Additional Opportunities: Youth leadership in FFA and job placement assistance are available. Required: Students should enjoy working with flowers and potted plants, and be
able to work independently. Recommended: Previous courses in Biology or Art are helpful.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to train students to enter the retail or wholesale nursery industry, a landscaping business or to explore the field of landscape design and to prepare students for related college courses. Applied skills are developed through a variety of topics, projects, hands-on activities, and instructional methods. Topics Include: Landscape design, plant identification, landscape installation, nursery operation, landscape maintenance, sprinkler installation and repair, pruning trees and shrubs, bedding plant production, turf management, salesmanship. Projects and Activities Include: Orchard pruning, internships, field trips, service projects, grow bedding plants, project house landscaping, botanical garden care, FFA competition.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: The objective of this course is to provide hands-on training in the agriculture career field. Students will learn about interiorscaping and plant science. Students will be working in the classroom, school campus, at the project house and the greenhouse doing academic and hands-on activities. Business, science, and artistic skills will be developed in class and advanced through lab assignments.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Students will be working both indoors and outdoors doing academic and hands-on activities in a variety of weather conditions. Transportation to internships at local nurseries will be the responsibility of each student.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Course Fees None
PROGRAMMING/SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT Academy of Information Technology
Instructor: Cody Henrichsen [email protected] 801-826-6651
Length of Program: Full Year - AM or PM sessions
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits total Math Credit Concurrent Credit: CS 1400: 4 Credits CS 1410: 4 Credits AP Credit: AP Computer Science test available Additional Information: Lego Robotic Tournaments, Compete in Programming Competitions Industry Certification: IC3 certification Skills Certification: Utah State Skills Competency Tests Recommended: Algebra II, Keyboarding and Basic Computer Skills
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is an introduction to fundamental computer science concepts. These concepts include data representation/abstraction, recursion, software engineering, sorting/searching, and object oriented programming. Student’s problem-solving skills will be developed through designing, implementing, and executing computer programs. The Java programming language will be used for the majority of the class. Students will work with web, console, mobile and Windows development. They will have opportunities to participate in programming competitions against other schools and gain marketable skills before they graduate high school.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this class, students should:
Have a working knowledge of an industry standard programming language. Develop their critical thinking, problem solving, and teamwork skills through the application
of programming/engineering methodology. Use and understand data structures and abstract data types (ADT). Design and implement classes based on inheritance and composition. Be prepared to take the state, educational, and industry certified exams in computer
programming (see the certification exams section for details). COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Each student must abide by the CTEC and Canyons District Computer Usage Policy.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver.
Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (one time only) $40SkillsUSA Membership Fee $15IC3, MTA, Adobe, IT STRATTA Certification Test Fee (optional) $45
AP Test Fee (optional) $87
TECHNICAL DESIGN New Skilled and Technical Sciences
Instructor: TBA 801-826-6600
Length of Program: Full Year AM or PM sessions
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits total Skills Certification: Utah State Skills Competency Certificates in Technical Design and
Architectural Design Concurrent Credit: Pending Recommended: Basic Math and Computer Skills
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Design Technology is the study, design, development, application, implementation, support and management of computer and non-computer based technologies to design and construct products. It is specifically focused on supporting, maintaining and training design and engineering applications and tools and working closely with IT to provide necessary infrastructure, for the most effective use of these applications and tools. Design Technology is used in building design, construction and maintenance, but is also applicable to industrial and product design and manufacturing processes.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: Students will have hands-on practice with computer aided design and project-based learning. The course will prepare students for college-level courses in design technology and give them real- world career experience in the fields of engineering and design.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS: Each student must abide by the CTEC and Canyons Schools Computer Usage Policy. Students will be expected to work independently and in groups, and maintain a professional attitude and work ethic.
Costs/Fees: * The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. SkillsUSA Membership (optional) $15Lab Fee $40
WELDING TECHNICIAN Skilled and Technical Sciences
Instructor: Leslie DeMille [email protected] 801-826-6638
Length of Program: Full Year - AM or PM sessions
High School Credit: CTE Credit or Elective Credit: 4 credits Concurrent Credit: WLD 1110: 3 credits (optional) WLD 1111: 7 credits (optional) Additional Opportunities: Students my experience youth leadership and service through SkillsUSA. Skills Certification: Students will prepare to take the Utah Skill Certificate Test. Requirements: Students should show an interest in welding and a desire to learn.
Beginning or advanced students are welcome. No welding experience is necessary.
Recommended: Drafting, Auto I, and Woods I are suggested.
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The American Welding Society sets the standards for all skills that will be taught in this program: torch, stick, mig, tig, lay out-metal fabrication-fit up, metal blueprint reading, proper clean-up procedures, basic math and measuring, arc gouging, pipe welding, skills for entering post-secondary programs, teamwork and independent work, and general employability skills. COURSE OBJECTIVES: Career and Technology credit, youth leadership opportunities, State Certification Testing, Welding Certification (X-Ray), Concurrent Enrollment, up to 10 credits, job placement assistance are offered.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS: In this class students will be exposed to various welding conditions such as electricity, gases, and ultra-violet light.
Costs/Fees: *The portion of fees related to concurrent or advanced placement courses are not subject to fee waiver. Other optional costs may also not be subject to fee waiver. Concurrent Enrollment Fee for SLCC (optional-one time only) $40SkillsUSA Membership Fee $15Safety glasses, welding gloves, overalls, leather shoes varies
