NORTH CENTRAL AREA CAREER AND TECHNOLOGYCENTER
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Table of Contents
Mission and Vision Statement for Career and Technology Education 3
North Central Area Career and TechnologyCenter Philosophy 4
North Central Area Career and TechnologyCenter Course Offerings 5
Agriculture Education Course Descriptions 7
Aviation Technology Course Descriptions 10
Business Education Course Descriptions 10
Electronics Technology Course Descriptions 11
Family and Consumer Sciences Course Description 12
Graphic Arts 13
Health Sciences Course Descriptions 13
Information Technology Course Description 16
Marketing Education Course Descriptions 18
Technology and Engineering 19
Welding Technology Course Descriptions 20
Mission and Vision Statement
North Dakota Career and Technology Education
Mission
The mission of the State Board for Career and Technical Education is to work with others to provide all North Dakota citizens with the technical skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for successful performance in a globally competitive workplace.
Vision
The State Board for Career and Technical Education recognizes that a qualified, skilled workforce is essential to the economic well-being of North Dakota's business, industry, and public sector. The Board also recognizes that the economic vitality of North Dakota's citizens will be dependent upon career and technical education's ability to provide an educational experience based on labor market information relating to the needs of business, industry, and the public sector.
The State Board for Career and Technical Education, as North Dakota's public workforce education and training delivery system, is committed to providing career awareness, work readiness skills, occupational preparation, and retraining of workers throughout the state. Career and technical education will span all educational levels, providing youth with exploration opportunities and the foundation skills needed to enter the world of work while providing adults with skills needed to enter, re-enter, or advance in the workforce.
Services will be provided throughout the state in a seamless environment, using both school-based and work-based learning. The system will be developed collaboratively with business, industry, and other agencies. The performance-based system will allow for the flexibility to exit and re-enter as employment demands dictate.
The State Board for Career and Technical Education also recognizes the learner's need to be trained with the latest methods of instruction while using up-to-date technology. The Board is devoted to providing leadership, organizational expertise, technical assistance, and the other resources required to meet the demand.
Quality, accessibility, responsiveness, and commitment to continuous improvement will be the trademarks for North Dakota's Career and Technical Education System.
North central Area Career and Technology Center Goals
statement of philosophy
The North Central Area Career and TechnologyCenter exists to provide career and technical education to high school students living in the north central area of North Dakota. Career and technical education prepares people for work through employment-related education and training programs. These programs provide instruction in related basic education, career development, general vocational knowledge, family living skills, and specific occupational skill training.
At North Central Area Career and TechnologyCenter the curriculum combines classroom instruction, laboratory work, participation in youth organizations, and on-the-job training. The classroom curriculum centers on real-life problems students are likely to meet on the job. Laboratory work provides opportunities for students to work with materials, equipment, and processes of different jobs in a supervised setting. Through career and technical student organizations students are involved in activities designed to develop leadership skills and reinforce other aspects of the curriculum. Cooperative work experiences combine classroom and on-the-job instruction under the close supervision of qualified instructors/coordinators.
A strong background in basic academic skills is the foundation for all learning. Application of academics is infused into the training provided through the Center’s programs. Preparing students for work also includes providing instruction in prevocational, work maturity, communications, and other employability skills in addition to specific skill training. The Center’s programs include support services providing career exploration, planning, and development for students.
North Central Area Career and TechnologyCenter believes in the worth and dignity of each students. All individuals have equal rights and are entitled to equal opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or handicapping conditions. Programs are structured and support provided to allow all students to grow and develop to their maximum potential.
The North Central Area Career and TechnologyCenter believes that the success of career and technical education depends on a close partnership with the community particularly with business, industry, and labor. As the labor force grows so will the skill levels required for occupational success. Technology is advancing at a pace that will leave few if any employment opportunities for unskilled, untrained workers. The Center will meet this challenge by striving to provide quality career and technical programs that will prepare its students for employment in the ever-changing workplace.
North Central Area Career and TechnologyCenter Course Offerings
Agriculture Education
Introduction to Agriculture – 01011
Foundations of Agriculture - 01012
Agriscience Technology III - Vet Science - 01023
Agricultural Business Management-Farm Management – 01035
Agriculture III - 01073
Ag Sales & Service - 01034
Applied Crop Science - 01023
Aviation Technology
Aviation Technology I – 17812
Business Education
Accounting I - 14010
Accounting II - 14020
Accounting III – 14012
Accounting IV –14013
Electronics Technology
Electronics Technology I -17150
Family and Consumer Sciences
Child Development -09026
Independent Living -09025
Family Living -09132
GRAPHIC ARTS
Graphic Design & Photography I - 17072
Health Sciences
Health Careers I - 07033
Emergency Medical Services – 07045
Sign Language I – 07021
Sign Language II - 07022
Medical Terminology – 07036
Certified Nursing Assistant - 07032
Sports Medicine (Prevention/Care of Athletic Injuries) -07034
Health Education Supervised Occupational Experience -07999
Information Technology
Introduction to IT -27101
IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Operating - 27219
Intro to Programming Languages -27120
Programming Essentials-Visual Basic–27122
GPS/GIS - 27400
Marketing Education
Marketing – 04210
Sports and Entertainment Marketing – 04240
Technology & Engineering
STEM Basics – 10610
STEM Seminar - 10610
Welding Technology
Welding Technology I -17236
Welding Technology II - 17237
Agriculture Education
Introduction to Agriculture – 01011
Credits: 1
Grades: 9-12
Instructor:
Delivery Method: ITV (8:30-9:20)
GFACTC
Description: This applied course is designed to introduce students to agriculture, its applications, and leadership development as the core foundation of the Agriculture Education program. Individual units will familiarize the student with: basic mechanical theory and skills – emphasis will be placed on safety and proper use of tools and equipment; principles of evaluation and selection of beef, swine, sheep, horse, and dairy animals; soil and plant relationships that affect the production of food and fiber. Topics may include: soils, irrigation, land judging, plants, crop and weed identification, range management, horticulture, nursery, diseases, insects, and chemicals. This applied course introduces students to agricultural sciences with emphasis on technical skills, entrepreneurship, and occupational opportunities. Units may also include agricultural construction, food and fiber science, supervised agricultural experiences, and leadership development. Agricultural mechanics units are designed to develop skills in selection, operation, and maintenance of engines, hydraulics, and agricultural machinery and tractors. Skills in operation and maintenance of equipment, determining a bill of materials, construction techniques, metal fabrication, and joining processes of metals and alloys will be included. Emphasis is on problem solving and scientific reasoning applied to real world problems integrating knowledge from the life and earth sciences.
Foundations of Agriculture – 01012
Credits: 1
Grades: 9-12
Instructor:
Delivery Method: ITV (12:16-1:01)
Westhope
Description: This applied course is designed to enhance student’s perception of agriculture, its applications, and leadership development as the core foundation of the Agriculture Education program. Individual units will familiarize the student with: basic mechanical theory and skills – emphasis will be placed on safety and proper use of tools and equipment; principles of evaluation and selection of beef, swine, sheep, horse, and dairy animals; soil and plant relationships that affect the production of food and fiber. Topics may include: soils, irrigation, land judging, plants, crop and weed identification, range management, horticulture, nursery, diseases, insects, and chemicals.
This applied course introduces students to agricultural sciences with emphasis on technical skills, entrepreneurship, and occupational opportunities. Units may also include agricultural construction, food and fiber science, supervised agricultural experiences, and leadership development.
Agricultural mechanics units are designed to further develop skills in selection, operation, and maintenance of engines, hydraulics, and agricultural machinery and tractors. Skills in operation and maintenance of equipment, determining a bill of materials, construction techniques, metal fabrication, and joining processes of metals and alloys will be included.
Emphasis is on problem solving and scientific reasoning applied to real world problems integrating knowledge from the life and earth sciences. Foundations of Agriculture can be a continuation of Introduction of Agriculture or can be offered in alternating years with Introduction to Agriculture.
Agriscience Technology III-Vet Science – 01023 (Fall)
Credits: ½
Grades 11-12
Instructor: Mr. James Jansen
Delivery method: ITV (2:35-3:25)
LaMoure High School
Description:This semester-long course will cover animal physiology, nutrition, general animal health, diseases-parasites and genetics-reproduction.
Agricultural Business Management-Farm Management – 01035 (Spring)
Credits: ½
Grades 11-12
Instructor: Mr. James Jansen
Delivery Method: ITV (2:35-3:25)
LaMoure High School
Description:A course designed to introduce the students to agribusiness management in the free enterprise system. It includes a study of economic principles, budgeting, recordkeeping, finance, risk management, business law, marketing, and careers in agribusiness.
Agriculture III – 01073
Credits: 1
Grades: 10-12
Instructor: Ms. Jenny Vandehoven
Delivery Method: ITV (1:04-1:49)
Medina High School
Description: This course develops agricultural skills necessary for employment, entrepreneurship, or further education in agriculture and agricultural occupations. Units may include: crop and livestock production, farm business management, agribusiness, horticulture, natural resources, agricultural mechanics, aquaculture, and water management. Leadership development and supervised agricultural experiences will also be emphasized.
Ag Sales & Service – 01034 (Fall)
Credits: 1
Grades 10-12
Instructor:
Delivery method: ITV (1:52-2:37)
Westhope
Description: To provide students with skills necessary for entry into employment or furthering education in agriculture sales and service. The course deals with business organizations, business structures, job responsibilities, job applications, and interviewing, human relations, marketing, selling, displaying, using business machines, business accounting, and management skills. Learning activities are varied with classroom, laboratory, and field experiences. Leadership development and supervised agricultural experience programs are an integral part of this course.
Applied Crop Science – 01023 (Spring)
Credits:½
Grades 10-12
Instructor: Ms. Misti Steeke
Delivery method: Blended online/ITV (10:18-11:08)
RACTC
Description: This agri-science course integrates biological and technical concepts with a focus on agricultural crop production. Units include studies of cellular biology, genetics and biotechnology, soil science, fertility and conservation. Plant anatomy, physiology, propagation and growth will be emphasized along with individual production requirements for grain, oil, forage, fiber, sugar, fruit and vegetable crops. This course can alternatively be coded as a science credit (13024)
Aviation Technology
Aviation Technology -17812
Credits: 1
Grades: 11-12
Instructor: Mike Kadrmas
Delivery Method: Online
MRACTC Bismarck
Description: This is the entry level course to prepare students for employment in the aviation industry. The course covers fundamentals of flight, flight operations, aviation weather, performance and navigation. The course also explores careers in air traffic control, flight dispatching and airport management. Units of instruction include: safety of flight, airport layout, aeronautical charts, radar, radio procedures, airplane power plant, aerodynamics, weather patterns and hazards. Emphasis on applied academics in math and science are integrated throughout the curriculum along with decision-making principles as it applies to flight-related factors.
Business education
Accounting I (Fall Semester) - 14010
Credits: 1/2
Grades: 9-12
Instructor: Mr. Mike Timm
Delivery Method: ITV (10:59-11:44)
Midkota High School
Description: Accounting I students will learn the fundamentals of Accounting principles that include: terminology, accounting cycle, basic concepts, financial statements, roles of accountants and ethics in accounting. Simulation packets are often integrated into the course.
Accounting II (Spring Semester) - 14011
Credits: 1/2
Grades: 9-12
Instructor: Mr. Mike Timm
Delivery Method: ITV (10:59-11:44)
Midkota High School
Description: Students will continue learning the fundamental concepts of Accounting. Topics covered include terminology, accounting cycle, basic concepts, financial statements, roles of accountants and ethics in accounting. Prerequisites: Accounting I
Accounting III (Fall Semester) - 14012
Credits: 1/2
Grades: 10-12
Instructor: Ms. Joan Birdsell
Delivery Method: ITV (10:11-10:56)
Drake High School
Description: Students will acquire a more thorough, in-depth knowledge of accounting procedures and techniques utilized in solving business problems and techniques making financial decisions. Students will develop skills in analyzing and interpreting financial information common to business. A contemporary business simulation set that lets the student put accounting skills into practice is often included. Prerequisites: Accounting I and II
Accounting IV (Spring Semester) - 14013
Credits: 1/2
Grades: 10-12
Instructor: Ms. Joan Birdsell
Delivery Method: ITV (10:11-10:56)
Drake High School
Description: Students will continue to develop skills in analyzing and interpreting information common to corporate forms of organization, preparing formal statements and supporting schedules, and using inventory and budgetary control systems. Higher level corporate managerial and cost accounting concepts are presented in this course. A contemporary business simulation set that lets the student put accounting skills into practice is often included. Prerequisites: Accounting I, II and III.
Electronics Technology
Electronics Technology I – 17150
Credits: 1
Grades: 10-12
Instructor: Mr. Gullingsrud
Delivery Method: Online using Google Classroom
MRACTC
Description: The course provides an "online" learning experience for the student interested in electronics technology. The program utilizes a computer based textbook connected to a high tech training console, and along with a variety of test equipment. Electronics is the study, design, and use of electrical circuits to manipulate electrical signals. So whether it’s cell phones, MP3 players, or power plant instrumentation, this course prepares the student for career paths such as telecommunications, biomedical, computer networking, automotive technology, and engineering, just to name a few. Successful completion of Algebra I is highly recommended.
Family and Consumer Sciences
Child Development – 09026
Credits: 1
Grades 10-12
Instructor: Ms. Jenessa Fritel
Delivery Method: ITV (8:35-9:20)
NCACTC Leeds
Description:To increase students’ knowledge of how children grow and develop, and to foster acquisition of skills that promote healthy development of the individual. Content may include: processes in individual development; cultural and ethnic differences and similarities in child care; how children learn; age-appropriate activities for children; family development and preparation for parenthood; prenatal development; changing relationships within the family; current issues relating to children and families; sources of support and assistance; related careers; leadership development.
Independent Living – 09025 (Fall)
Credits: 1/2
Grades 10-12
Instructor: Ms. Vukelic
Delivery Method: online
MRACTC
Description:For a student who is looking forward to being on his/her own, taking this course will help you avoid some common problems. Finding and keeping a job you enjoy, handling your money wisely, securing housing, choosing a roommate, making healthy food decisions, and maintaining your personal possessions are topics covered in this class.
Family Living – 09132 (Spring)
Credits: 1/2
Grades 10-12
Instructor: Ms. Vukelic
Delivery Method: online
MRACTC
Description:Thiscourse is about relationships. Factors that contribute to a stable and meaningful family are emphasized. Topics covered include understanding the opposite sex, learning how to relate to friends, avoiding abusive relationships, reducing chances for divorce and coping with family crisis and change.
Graphic Arts
Graphic Design & Photography I - 17072
Credits: 1
Grades: 10-12
Instructor: Ms. Kim Eslinger
Delivery Method: online
Description: This course will introduce students to the skills needed in graphic design. Students will be exposed to photography, scanning, the elements and principles of design, effective thumb-nailing and typography. This course will address how artwork and photographic images can be used in commercial design. Students will create a digital portfolio for their artwork and they will be introduced to the following Adobe Create Cloud Software: InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. Units will be based on the Print Ed competencies and the ND Graphic Communications Education Content Standards for Introduction to Graphic Communications and Advertising Design.
Health sciences
Health Careers I - 07033
Credits: 1
Grades 10-12
Instructor: Ms. Angel Hoffert
Delivery Method: ITV (10:59-11:44) or (2:25-3:15) or online
NCACTC Rugby
Description: The Health Careers course is designed to assist students interested in the medical field in determining an occupation that will best suit their capabilities and interests. The program uses a competency based curriculum that is fundamental to a variety of careers in the health careers industry. “Core” knowledge and skills are introduced the first semester to the students as a foundation in such areas as; Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Related Disorders, Professional Standards, Safety, Monitoring Body Functions, Disease Prevention CPR and First Aid Certification and Introduction to Health Careers. The second semester provides the students the opportunity to expand their skills and knowledge in specific areas of career interest. Career choices such as Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Optometry, Radiology, Respiratory Therapy, Medical Records and Secretarial, Dental Careers, Medical Lab, Medical Assisting, Child care, Nursing, Nursing Assisting and others will be offered. Students may be placed in the community health care setting for on-the-job career experience any time after completion of the Core segment. Emphasis on academics, professional development, leadership, and organizational skills are integrated throughout the curriculum.Prerequisite: Biology or Anatomy is recommended. Students have the opportunity to participate in HOSA.