Trade and Industrial Education

Location:       Career Academy and Technical School (CATS) 
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Description: This course covers basic electrical theory and magnetism.  Learning objectives include basic electrical safety, the use of electronic equipment, and electronic components.  Students will apply procedures used in ohms law and other basic mathematics, understand electronic measurements used in DC Electronics and apply procedures used in series, parallel, and series/parallel circuits.

Location:       Career Academy and Technical School (CATS) 
Grade Level: 10-12
Course Description: This course covers applications of procedures used in numbering systems and conversions.  Students will understand block diagrams—schematics-wiring diagrams. Students will also understand the basics of testing equipment, precise measurements and safety precautions used in digital electronics.  Other learning objects include understanding theory of digital logic functions, circuitry and digital computer electronics.

Location:       Career Academy and Technical School (CATS) 
***Students must sign up for both IC002X0A and IC115X0H  (CATS only)
Course Description: This course covers the national Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Core certification modules required for all the NCCER curriculum-area programs, and an additional Green module. The course content include: basic safety, introduction to construction math, introduction to hand tools, introduction to power tools, introduction to blueprints, material handling, basic communication skills, and basic employability skills, and “Your Role in the Green Environment”. The additional Green module has been added to provide students with instruction in the green environment, green construction practices, and green building rating systems. Also it will help students better understand their personal impacts on the environment and make them more aware of how to reduce their carbon footprint. English Language Arts and Mathematics are reinforced. 

Location:       Career Academy and Technical School (CATS)
Grade Level: 10-12
***Students must sign up for both IC002X0A and IC115X0H  (CATS only)
Course Description: This course covers basic masonry terminology and develops technical aspects of masonry with emphasis on development of introductory skills. This course introduces the nature of masonry technology, materials and supplies, and employability skills. Topics include safety, layout, tools, leveling, and plumbing, use of straight-edge, and jointing brick and block in wall construction. Mathematics and English language arts are reinforced. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include apprenticeship, cooperative education, internship, and job shadowing. This course helps prepare students for National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences.

Location:       Career Academy and Technical School (CATS)
Grade Level: 10-12
Prerequisite:  Masonry I
***Students must also sign up for CS952X0TI due to the location
Course Description: Masonry II builds on skills mastered on Masonry I and provides advanced masonry skills including measurements, drawing and specifications, mortar, masonry units, and installation techniques. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include apprenticeship, internship, and job shadowing. This course helps prepare students for the NCCER certification.

Honors - LNHS Only
Prerequisite:  Math I
Can Count as 1 Full Math Credit
Course Description: This course introduces students to the use of simple and complex graphic tools used to communicate and understand ideas and concepts found in the areas of architecture, manufacturing, engineering, science, and mathematics. Topics include problem-solving strategies, classical representation methods such as sketching, and geometric construction techniques as well as CAD (computer aided design), orthographic projection, and oblique, isometric and 3-D modeling. Skills in communication, mathematics, science, leadership, and problem solving are reinforced in this course. Job shadowing is an appropriate work-based learning strategy for this course. Hands-on work experiences and SkillsUSA leadership activities provide many opportunities to enhance classroom instruction and career development.

Grade Level: 10-12
Prerequisite:  Drafting I
Can Count as 1 Full Math Credit
Course Description: This course is focused on the principles, concepts, and use of complex graphic tools used in the field of architecture, structural systems, and construction trades. Emphasis is placed on the use of CAD tools in the creation of floor plans, wall sections, and elevation drawings. Mathematics, science, and visual design concepts are reinforced. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are apprenticeship and cooperative education. Hands-on work experiences and SkillsUSA leadership activities provide many opportunities to enhance classroom instruction and career development.

Grade Level: 11-12
Recommended:  NC Math 3
Prerequisite:  Drafting – Architectural II
Course Description: This course introduces students to advanced architectural design concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of CAD tools in the design and execution of site and foundation plans as well as topographical information and detail drawings of stairs and wall sections. Teaming and problem-solving skills are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are apprenticeships, internships, and cooperative education. Hands-on work experiences and SkillsUSA leadership activities provide many opportunities to enhance classroom instruction and career development.

Grade Level: 10-12
Prerequisite:  Drafting I
Can Count as 1 Full Math Credit
Course Description: This course focuses on engineering graphics related subjects introducing the student to symbol libraries, industry standards, and sectioning techniques. Topics include coordinate systems, principles of machine processes and gearing, and the construction of 3-D wireframe models using CAD. Mathematics, science, and mechanical engineering concepts involving the working principles and design of cams and gears are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are apprenticeship, internships, and cooperative education. Hands-on work experiences and SkillsUSA leadership activities provide many opportunities to enhance classroom instruction and career development.

Grade Level: 11-12
Recommended:  NC Math 3
Prerequisite:  Drafting – Engineering II
Course Description: This course introduces the student to advanced engineering concepts. Using CAD tools, topics studied include descriptive geometry, geometric tolerancing, and advanced engineering design concepts such as surface and solid modeling. Science and mathematics concepts are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are apprenticeship, internships, and cooperative education. Hands-on work experiences and SkillsUSA leadership activities provide many opportunities to enhance classroom instruction and career development.

Location: Career Academy and Technical Schools (CATS)
Grade Level: 11-12 
Prerequisite:      Adobe Courses II31 and/or II33
Course Description: This course focuses on understanding Adobe Animate and applying procedures to create animations.  Students will have project requirements and must demonstrate knowledge of ActionScript 3.0, JavaScript for HTMLS Canvas.

Location: Career Academy and Technical Schools (CATS) 
Grade Level: 11-12 
Prerequisite:      Adobe Courses II31 and/or II33
Course Description: This honors level course for juniors and seniors focuses on the methods and techniques for reporting, producing, and delivering news and news programs through the internet, television, and mobile media. This class will prepare students for higher education to be professional broadcast journalists, editors, producers, and directors. Course will include instruction in the principles of broadcast technology, broadcast reporting, video editing, news directing, television production, and professional standards and ethics. Students will work together under the guidance of a teacher/mentor as they report on events throughout Iredell County, and combine their work into a weekly news broadcast. Emphasis is placed on students demonstrating their abilities to use content and apply knowledge to real world situations, enhancing their skills in leadership, communication, writing, speaking, problem solving, and conflict resolution.

Location:       Career Academy and Technical School (CATS)
Grade Level: 11-12 (by application)
Prerequisites: Adobe Courses II31 and/or II33
Course Description: This double block, semester-long honors course for juniors and seniors will cover advanced practices in both Photography and Digital Film Production. As many of the concepts are intertwined, these two subjects are extremely complimentary.
The Photography portion will take the advanced student photographer to the next level, aiding them in developing a professional portfolio consisting of work with real-world clients. Basic concepts of image composition and image manipulation will be reviewed, as students learn to look critically at their work and view the photograph as a full story within the image. Projects will focus on portraiture, advertising, photojournalism, and nature photography.
Digital Film Production will take the aspiring director to the next level, focusing on the entire production process. From concept development to client meetings; budgeting to wardrobe design; shooting and editing; and finally distribution, students will be engaged in learning the responsibilities of every major position on a film set. Working as a team, students will create full-length productions such as a music video for a local band, commercials for local businesses, and short film for festival entry.
This course will prepare each student for an easy transition into college, trade schools or directly into the field. Networking and job shadowing opportunities will be available for students to begin building their bank of mentors.

Grade Level: 9-10
Course Description: This course provides basic career information in public safety including corrections, emergency and fire management, security and protection, law enforcement, and legal services. Emphasis will be placed on Fire Science Technology. Additionally students will develop a personal plan for a career in public safety or fire science. The course includes skills in each area, using resources from the community to help deliver instruction to the students. English language arts are reinforced.

Location:       Career Academy and Technical School (CATS)
Grade Level: 11-12
Prerequisites: Students must register for Fire Fighter Technology I & II due to location.
Course Description: This course covers part of the NC Firefighter I/II combination certification modules required for all firefighters in North Carolina. The modules include: Fire Department Orientation and Safety; Fire Prevention, Education, and Cause; Fire Alarms and Communications; Fire Behavior; Personal Protective Equipment; Portable Fire Extinguishers; and Fire Hose, Streams, and Appliances. English language arts are reinforced. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course including job shadowing. Apprenticeship and cooperative education are not available for this course. This course prepares students for the North Carolina Firefighter I/II certification modules. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences.

Grade Level: 11-12
Location:       Career Academy and Technical School (CATS)
Prerequisites: Students must register for Fire Fighter Technology I & II due to location.
Course Description: This course covers additional NC FireFighter I/II combination certification modules required for all firefighters in North Carolina. The modules include: Ropes; Ladders; Forcible Entry; Ventilation; Water Supply; Sprinklers; and Foam Fire Stream. English language arts are reinforced. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course including job shadowing. Apprenticeship and cooperative education are not available for this course. This course prepares students for the North Carolina FireFighter I/II certification modules. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences.

Grade Level: 11-12
Location:       Career Academy and Technical School (CATS)
Prerequisites: Firefighter Technology II
Course Description: In this course, students select one specific occupation in the Career Cluster and conduct research to include the nature of the work, work environment, training, education, and advancement, and job prospects. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include job shadowing and internship. Apprenticeship and cooperative training are not available for this course. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences.

Must Register for IM422X0A
Grade Level: 11-12
Location: Career Academy and Technical School (CATS)
Course Description: This course introduces various processes and job opportunities in manufacturing with emphasis on machining metal parts. Topics include safety, math, measurement, blueprint reading, layout, bench work, sawing, drilling, turning, and milling. Mathematics and English language arts are reinforced.  * Due to potentially hazardous processes and equipment, a maximum enrollment of 20 is recommended.

Must Register for IM412X0A 
Grade Level: 11-12
Location: Career Academy and Technical School (CATS)
Course Description: This course provides advanced instruction in manufacturing and introduces computer-assisted drafting/manufacturing and numerical control processes. Topics include safety, environmental protection, quality control, metallurgy, materials, layout, assembly, sawing, turning, milling, grinding, computer numerical control, computer-aided manufacturing, welding, and maintenance. English language arts and mathematics are reinforced.
* Due to potentially hazardous processes and equipment, a maximum enrollment of 20 is recommended.

Grade Level: 11-12
Prerequisite:  Student should have completed or be enrolled in a second level course in their chosen CTE Cluster in which he/she wishes to intern. Application required, contact your Counselor or Career Development Coordinator.
Course Description: To receive 1 unit of credit the student must intern a minimum of 135 hours. Internships can be offered 1st or 4th block, after school or in the summer. Internship can be paid or unpaid depending on job site. The student is required to submit a timesheet and daily journal. This program is designed to help students to reflect on their experience in order to make more informed decisions about future career paths.