ACCOUNTING, COMPUTERIZED
This course is offered to students with various level of accounting knowledge. Students with no previous accounting experience will complete the Basic Accounting Principles module before attempting the Computerized Accounting module. The Basic Accounting Principles module introduces and reinforces the principles and processes involved in manual entries of the double-entry accounting system. The Computerized Accounting module introduces and reinforces the use of various computerized accounting systems in recording business financial transaction. Both the Basic Accounting Principles and the Computerized Accounting modules cover accounting for service, manufacturing, and merchandising businesses organized as a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation. Each module includes the analyzing, coding, and recording business transactions, payroll preparation, inventory control, cash and bank reconciliation, and other financial statements and analysis reports. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards.

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY I
This competency-based course introduces students to the field of Automotive Technician. Students receive instruction in component identification, fault diagnosis and replacement, precision measuring, rebuilding and repair, adjustment and servicing procedures. Instruction will provide students with entry-level skills in automatic transmission /transaxle, brakes, electrical system, engine performance, engine repair, heating and air conditioning, manual drive train and axles, and front-end repair. Instruction includes classroom lecture and hands-on practice in a lab along with community classroom/on-the-job training is held at auto shops and auto retail stores in the local area. Evaluation is academic and competency based. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, safety, technology and other employment skills. Students will receive up to three hundred sixty (360) classroom hours and two hundred (200) community classroom hours with a total of five hundred sixty course hours. Students can continue theory and internship experience in Automotive II.
 
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY II
This course is a continuation of Automotive I. Course is designed to train students in an advanced variety of automotive skill areas such as: tune-ups, brakes, safety, automatic transmission, engine repairs, service station skills and parts department. Classroom lecture and hands-on practice in a lab along with community classroom/on-the-job training is held at auto shops and auto retail stores in the local area. Evaluation is academic and competency based. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, safety, technology and other employment skills. Students will receive up to three hundred sixty (360) classroom hours and two hundred (200) community classroom hours with a total of five hundred sixty course hours.

BROADCAST AND MOVIE PRODUCTION I
A course in TV/Video broadcast production using SDR H-18 HD 720p student camcorders and Sony HVR A-1U HD 1080i studio camcorders, Holoset-holographic/chroma key system, Videonices MXPro DV mixer, Yamaha EX7 midi keyboard, Roland 1880 digital audio mixer, Macintosh G-5 computers and Final Cut Pro Studio 2. Students will develop proficiency in the use and care of all equipment software. This course prepares students for jobs as well as entrepreneurial opportunities in the Digital video industry.


BROADCAST AND MOVIE PRODUCTION II
As An Advanced Course In Broadcast TV/Video Production Students Will Be Working Independently Specializing In One Or More Of These Areas: Final Cut Pro, DVD Studio Pro, Sound Track Pro, Motion, Live Type, Cinema Tools, Color And Compressor. Advanced Students Will Be Put In Charge Of Beginning Students Crews. As Needed They Will Also Work With Our Holoset-Holographic/Chroma Key System, Videonics Mxpro DV Mixer, Yamaha EX7 Midi Key Board, Roland 1880 Digital Audio Mixer And Our Sound Proof Recording Booth. All Students Will Have 180 Hours In The Lab But Are Also Required To Work On Digital Video Assignments Outside Of Class Time. CC Hours Are Given As Students Volunteer For Nogales/R.U.S.D./R.O.P. Projects.
 
CHILD CARE OCCUPATIONS INFANT/TODDLER
This course prepares students to work as a Teacher's Aide in an infant/toddler center or other childcare related occupation. In addition to classroom instruction, students have the opportunity to work with infant/toddler-aged children in a childcare center where parents are on-site. Students supervise the infant/toddler in age-appropriate curriculum and activities, facilitating their emotional, physical, social and intellectual growth. Students provide positive guidance, redirection and interaction. In addition to working with infant/toddlers, students gain a working knowledge of licensing requirements, childcare standards and local health and safety regulations. Students demonstrate professionalism working with children, their families, other students and staff. Students who complete this program may be hired as a "Teacher" according to Title 22. This course is included in the Family and Consumer Science pathway in the Rowland Unified School.

CHILD CARE OCCUPATIONS/PRESCHOOL AGE
This course prepares students to work as a Teacher's Aide in a preschool or other childcare related occupation. In addition to classroom instruction, students have the opportunity to work with preschool aged children in licensed childcare centers. Students supervise the young child in age-appropriate curriculum and activities, facilitating their emotional, physical, social and intellectual growth. Students provide positive guidance, discipline and interaction. In addition to working with children, students have a working knowledge of licensing requirements, childcare standards and local health and safety regulations. This course is WASC Accredited. Students who complete this program may be hired as a "Teacher" according to Title 22.

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS, ADVANCED
Advanced Computer Applications is a second-year course, which builds on the techniques learned in computer applications. This comprehensive program prepares students for employment in computer related occupations. Integrated throughout the course is instruction in basic employability skills, career planning, job acquisition skills, word processing, spreadsheet, and database, graphics, telecommunications, desktop publishing and presentation software concepts an Visual Basic programming. Instruction includes lecture, demonstrations, and hands-on work. Evaluation is competency based.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE
This course is designed to give students both theory and hands-on experience in law enforcement occupations. Included are an understanding of institutions and agencies within the administration of justice, crimial traffic, and juvenile proceedings, substance abuse, and emergency preparedness. Emphasized throughout the course is the importance of effective communication and interpersonal skills, personal and professional development, strong academic skills, problem-solving, safety, and the use of technology.
 
DIGITAL ANIMATION
This competency based course introduces students to the field of animation and helps them develop the essential skills for traditional animation and animated film making as well as gain knowledge about the career opportunities within the field. The course is based on three concentrations of all animation: Animation Mechanics, Art and Cinema Skills, Pencil-Acting and Story-Telling. Elements and techniques of the story, basic drawing, technical animation and timing, character construction and design, layout and the history of animation are also covered. Story telling and acting is emphasized. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, safety and technology.

Digital Graphic Design
This course helps students develop aesthetic criteria in order to create graphic art imagery using a microcomputer. The course emphasizes the knowledge and application of the art elements and principles of design as used in visual communication. Students use the computer and digital tools to apply or formulate programs to communicate creative visual ideas, including animation, game production, and artistic aspects of Web site design. This course may also include aspects of the Cinematography/Artistic Videos course. Students study artists who practice these art forms and learn and practice critiques of these art forms.

ELECTRONIC PUBLISHING/GRAPHIC DESIGN
This 525-hour course provides instruction in electronic layout, design, and illustration as used in the preparation of electronic and print-ready artwork. Macintosh/PC computer systems, scanners, printers, and commercial software are used in this course. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, safety, technology, and other employment skills. Training takes place in a classroom/laboratory setting, using state of the art equipment.
 
ELECTRONIC PUBLISHING/GRAPHICS DESIGN, ADVANCED
This 525-hour course is designed to provide instruction in theoretical and technical skills of advanced digital art and multimedia applications. Students will have extensive hands-on use of computer-based materials to develop multimedia projects based on computer graphic applications. Significant emphasis will be implemented focusing on individual artist's creative expression through the use of digital art and multimedia software applications.
 
ENGINEERING MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
Manufacturing/Engineering Technology formalizes cross-curricular involvement between core academics and the application of knowledge. This course promotes interdisciplinary learning with emphasis on high interest projects that provide hand-on opportunities for students to explore engineering and manufacturing processes. Special projects include actual design and construction components. Integrated throughout the course are Career Preparation Standards that include basic safety, technology and employment skills such as communication, interpersonal skills and problem solving. Student outcome is contingent upon a major yearly project that combines academic, manufacturing/technology and imaginative skills. Students demonstrate leadership and management skills. They advertise their projects and enlist corporate and local sponsors. Teams organize budgets, develop timelines and project work schedules. Students develop entry level machining operations on lathes and mills and welding fabrication.
 
FIRST RESPONDER/INTRO TO EMT
This course prepares students in entry-level skills as First Responders emergency personnel who provide immediate care to an ill or injured person and assist emergency medical services (EMS) providers. Included are an overview of EMS, CPR, first aid, patient assessment, legal and ethical issues, and triage and emergency responsibilities. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, safety, technology, and other employment skills. Completion of this class is recommended prior to enrolling in the EMT class and also provides a strong background for those interested in lifeguard positions, fire service, and a variety of health-related fields.

Food Services (Pro-Start II)
Students will be introduced to the fast growing industry of culinary (foods)/hospitality careers. The Pro-Start curriculum is developed by the National Restaurant Association. Skills related to the food (culinary) industry and other service occupations will be covered in the class setting. This is a 4-term class open to juniors and seniors.
The class offers both classroom learning and work experience to succeed in these careers. Hours outside of normal school day are required occasionally. Students will be assisted in finding a job where they will need to work 400 paid hours during the school year. Students desiring national certification must also register in
Culinary/Hospitality Pro-Start Cooperative Work and pass National Pro-Start Year 1 and 2 test to qualify for articulation at a community college culinary arts programs and some 4-year programs.

FOOD SERVICES & HOSPITALITY
This program prepares students for a minimum of an entry-level position in the restaurant field. Students complete both practical experience in the on-campus restaurant lab and advisory approved curriculum to best prepare them for real life experiences. Students are exposed to most aspects of the restaurant industry such as: fast food, banquets, fine dining, delivery service, catering, customer service, purchasing, receiving, food cost percentage and profit and loss. In addition, students have an understanding of basic California State safety and sanitation guidelines, employment skills and menu planning. Students demonstrate professionalism working with staff, student staff, student employees, customers and purveyors.
 
FORENSIC SCIENCE I
This course is designed as an introduction to the field of forensic science. This will provide students with the entry-level skills for future opportunities in this field. The course will introduce the students to crime scene investigation, photographing of the crime scene, collection and preservation of evidence, and fingerprint techniques including comparison, rolling of prints, pattern identification and the Henry Classification.

HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION
This competency-based course will enable students to understand the various aspects of the commercial refrigeration and air conditioning field, including terminology, employment opportunities, shop operations, and safety. Students will also understand the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting of refrigeration, air-conditioning, and heating equipment.
 
HOSPITAL OCCUPATIONS I
This course is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in the hospital and/or community setting. Emphasis is placed on those skills required of a health care worker in an acute care hospital setting and to provide practical information about career opportunities in the medical field. Important topics are Medical/Surgical Asepsis, Anatomy and Physiology, Vital Signs, First Aide, CPR, and Safety.
 
HOSPITAL OCCUPATIONS II
This course is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in the hospital and/or community setting. Emphasis is placed on those skills required of a health care worker in acute care hospital setting and to provide practical information about career opportunities in the medical field. Important topics are Medical/Surgical Asepsis, Anatomy and Physiology, Vital Signs, First Aide, CPR and Safety.

Intro to Design & Media Arts
Integrated Graphics Technology courses provide students with an understanding of manufacturing processes and systems common to careers in integrated graphics technology. Representative topics include integrated text, graphic, audio, and video enterprises; composition and imaging; on-demand publishing; desktop publishing; integrated graphic design; digital imaging; color separation theory; communication techniques; electronic prepress; electronic image assembly; analog and digital audio; integrated graphic media distribution; and integrated graphic media production and storage

LAW ENFORCEMENT EXPLORER ACADEMY
This course is designed to give the student both hands-on and theoretical experience needed to begin a career within law enforcement. Upon graduation from the program, the individual will have the necessary training for a position as an Explorer Scout with a municipal police department, state agency, or sheriff's department. The training will give the student a greater understanding of criminal law, juvenile law, patrol procedures, arrest techniques, investigation, and life-saving techniques leading to a position within the criminal justice system. Strong emphasis will be placed on ethics, communication, interpersonal skills, safety, and physical training. Training will take place in the classroom and at various community sites (sheriff/police departments). Part II Advanced Description. This phase of the course is designed to give qualified students interested in a career in Law Enforcement an opportunity to learn advanced aspects of police work, and the career avenues available. Among units to be covered are patrol procedures, ethics, use of force, communications systems, search warrant/high risk entry, physical training, safety, hostage rescue, firearm training and special teams.
 
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Students are trained in medical assistant administrative and clinical skills which include: answering telephone, greeting patients, updating, and filing patient medical records, filling out insurance forms, handling correspondence, scheduling appointments, and bookkeeping, taking medical histories, recording vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, basic laboratory testing, preparing and administering medications and immunizations, drawing blood and performing electrocardiograms.
The Medical Assistant-Clinical will provide students with skills necessary to obtain entry-level positions within a medical facility. Instruction will include medical and surgical asepsis, assisting the physician with physical examination of the patient, assisting in office surgery, electrocardiography, administration of medication by physician order, laboratory skills, assisting with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, nutrition, vital signs, introduction to anatomy and physiology and related diseases and conditions, and medical terminology, along with basic "core class" skills. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which includes communication, interpersonal skills, and problem solving safety, technology, and employment skills.
 
MEDICAL CORE
This course is for students who are or will be enrolled in a skills-specific ROP class and for those pursuing a career requiring post-secondary education. Topics include socio-economic issues affecting health care in the United States, anatomy and physiology, pathologies of the various systems, job titles and changes in levels of responsibilities, basic medical terminology, and career planning. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, safety, technology and other employment skills. This course assists with preparation for a career in the medical field.
 
MICROSOFT CERTIFIED APPLICATION SPECIALIST
This Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist Exam Preparation (MCAS-EP) course is designed to teach students the skills to successfully pass the MCAS exam. Students will receive instruction in the competencies included on the MCAS exam. The course will primarily serve adults and high school students that meet age and grade level requirements. Instruction will include lectures, tutorial exams, other media, and personal assistance from instructor in the skill and criteria included in the Microsoft Certified Applications Specialist exam.
 
PHOTOGRAPHY, COMMERCIAL
This course is designed to prepare students for careers in photography and/or explore career options related to photography or an ancillary field. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, safety, technology, and other employment skills. The class includes black and white and color film developing, black and white and color negative printing, basic photographic presentation techniques, photo equipment identification and use. The class also provides students opportunities through laboratory experiences to learn portraiture, wedding, commercial photography and current techniques in photo journalism. A major emphasis is placed on the fine arts aspect of photography through discussions and critiques of the photographs of great master photographers, as well as technical comparisons to student-produced work. A portion of this class is dedicated to photo composition via technology. Students at all levels will have the opportunity to use digital cameras, photo-editing computer software, basic scanning equipment, and general digital photographic processes using Macintosh computer systems. Students will prepare a digitally mastered CD portfolio of examples of their best work.

PHYSICAL THERAPY AIDE/RESTORATIVE AIDE
Rehabilitation and specific skills such as range of motion, positioning techniques, minor physical therapy and use of adaptive and assistive equipment are taught in this class. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, safety technology and other employment skills. The Community classroom methodology allows students to train at non paid employment sites. Students receive up to three hundred and sixty (360) hours of classroom instruction and one hundred sixty five (165) hours of community classroom with a total of five hundred and twenty five (525) course hours.
 
PRE-ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
This course is designed to provide students with classroom and laboratory experience in current and emerging engineering technology that will empower them to enter employment and/or further education and training. Content standards are based on a task analysis of current industry/occupational standards, including manufacturing technology, basic electricity and electronics and aerospace technology. Particular emphasis is given to the use of decision-making and problem-solving techniques in applying science, mathematics, communication and other concepts to engineering and technology. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, safety, technology, and other employment skills.
 
PUBLIC SAFETY ACADEMY
The Public Safety Academy is designed to prepare the student for entry-level jobs in the field of security and law enforcement. The classes build a strong commitment to the rigors of the knowledge of law as it pertains to security and law enforcement. The classes offered in the academy consist of the following: AED (Automatic External Defibrillator), Chemical Agents Training (Mace & Pepper Spray), Communications (Tactical), Computer Security & Forensics, Cultural Diversity, Case & Liability Law, Community First Aid/CPR & Safety, Criminal Law, Drugs & Narcotics, Executive Protection, Ethics, Handgun Safety Training, Homeland Security, Juvenile Law, Corrections, Law of Arrest, Officer Survival, Patrol Operations, Report Writing, School Security, Sexual Harassment Prevention, Stun Gun, Weaponless Defense, and Weapons of Mass Destruction.
 
RETAIL SALES/MERCHANDISING
The Retail Sales and Merchandising Services course prepares students for entry-level employment in Retail Sales and Merchandising through classroom instruction and training at various community sites. Included are retail operations, sales and marketing, shipping, receiving, customer service and visual display. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, safety, technology, and other employment skills. In the community classroom (CC) methodology, eligible students receive unpaid on-the-job training in retail establishments. A student may train in any of the job specific areas or in a combination of areas. In the cooperative career technical education (CCTE) methodology, students practice and extend their basic skills in retail merchandising while working in a paid position at a retail establishment. In the classroom they are taught advanced skills in merchandising. A student may train in any of the job specific areas. Each student may receive up to 540 hours of instruction. Students receive 90 classroom hours and a maximum of 150 hours of unpaid (CC) and /or 300 hours of paid (CCTE) training at an approved community site.
 
ROBOTICS
This course is designed to provide students with classroom and laboratory experience in current and emerging engineering technology that will empower them to enter employment and/or further education and training. Content standards are based on a task analysis of current industry/occupational standards, including manufacturing technology, basic electricity and electronics and aerospace technology. Particular emphasis is given to the use of decision-making and problem-solving techniques in applying science, mathematics, communication and other concepts to engineering and technology. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, safety, technology, and other employment skills.
 
SMALL ENGINE TECHNICIAN
Small Engine Technician introduces students to internal combustion gasoline engine technology. Basic concepts will be taught which are built upon to lead the student into an understanding and working knowledge of all engine systems. Academic work in the classroom will be applied in a "hands on" engine lab. Live-running single cylinder engines will be used to expose students to the practical real world activities related to engine service and repair. This course will prepare the student for advanced training in the service and repair of small engines. This course also prepares the student for further training in the automotive area of study.
 
SOUND ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Sound Engineering Technician introduces basic audio for use in video and computer media applications. Topics include basic sounds characteristics, microphones, single and multi-track recording techniques, and sound reinforcement and enhancement. Students work on a production team to complete audio productions. Covers the acquisition, recording, processing, mixing, and distribution of digital audio for media applications. Students get hands-on practice working in multimedia, web, and digital video environments. Format includes readings, lectures, demonstrations, and audio-related projects in various digital media.
 
SPORTS HEALTH CARE
This is a course that prepares the student as a Physical Therapy Aide, Athletic Trainer Assistant, or Exercise Assistant. During the practical application of their content skills, students will support the athletic programs being conducted at their school. After successful completion o this course, students will have the prerequisites skills to pursue advanced studies at the neighboring colleges and universities. A NATA certified athletic trainer may teach the course. Students will receive up to 360 hours of classroom instruction and 165 hours of CC/CCTE with a total of 525 course hours.
 
VIDEO PRODUCTION/TV BROADCASTING
This course prepares the student to work in a broadcast TV studio, cable television production, independent video production company, audio/video departments, and post-production companies. Basic production skills, studio operation, on-location taping and working together as a production team prepare the student for an entry-level production position. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, safety, technology and other employment skills.

Video Production II
Students in this instructional program will be trained to carryout support tasks involved in the successful production of a live television broadcast. They gain expertise in the use of lighting, sound, camera, and switching equipment and software used in various live broadcasts (news, dramatic, musical, dance, and reality based performance genre). Students will become familiar with the skills and equipment necessary for each production element, as well as the collaborative interaction required for success.

WEB DESIGN
Introduction to the Internet is a course that enables the student to identify, analyze and retrieve specific information by navigating the internet utilizing world wide web. The students will learn how to use state-of-the-art search engines to surf the cyberspace information superhighway to research the resources and service available on the internet for business use and/or school projects. Course Concepts will include Netscape Navigator, Yahoo, Lycons (search engines), Microsoft Internet Explorer, HTTP, HTML Home/Web Page basics, E-Mail, Fax, Online Interactive Projects nationwide and worldwide and Telecollaborative Projects in the Electronic Global Schoolhouse.