Career & Technical Education

Auto Body Repair I (8679) 

Credits: 2  

This course prepares students for occupations in the auto body collision repair industry. Using equipment and products currently utilized inthe auto body repair field, students learn the basic skills and techniques of auto body refinishing, basic metal work, body filling and shaping, custom colors in painting, and estimating costs for auto body repairs. Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education. 

Auto Body Repair II (8680)

Prerequisite: Auto Body Repair I 

Credits: 2  

This course provides a continuation of preparation for occupations in the auto body collision repair industry.  Students continue to progress in the knowledge of skills and techniques utilized in auto body refinishing:  basic metal work, body filling and shaping, custom colors in painting, and estimation of costs for auto body repairs. Students successfully completing the course are prepared for entry level employment in the auto body collision repair industry. Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education. 

Automotive Servicing Technology I (8506) 

Credits: 2  

This course provides students who have a genuine interest in automotive repair with the opportunity to become familiar with safety practices, procedures, tools, and equipment involved in the automotive repair profession. Students will learn the importance of observing safety practices, as well as the functions of the various working parts of an automobile, including brakes, electrical system, suspension, steering, and engine performance. Students are also introduced to the procedures for performing a state inspection.  Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education.  

Automotive Servicing Technology II (8507)  

Prerequisite: Automotive Servicing

Technology I

Credits: 2 

This course provides a continuation of the study of safety practices, procedures, tools, and equipment involved in the automotive repair profession. There is continued emphasis on observing safety practices and additional study of the functions of the various working parts of an automobile: brakes, electrical system, suspension, steering, and engine performance. Upon successful completion of the course, students are qualified to take the exam for Virginia State Inspection Certification.  The program also provides a foundation for preparation for the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) national certification tests. Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education. 

Computer Networking –  MTA I (I101C) and II (I130C) 

Credits: 2 

College

Credits: 8 

Designed to prepare students to enter the computer field, this course teaches students how to install, troubleshoot, and maintain computer networks.  The course uses an online curriculum that provides hands-on applications and reinforcement for the skills associated with the first two semesters of the Microsoft Technology Associate Certifications in Networking Fundamentals, Servers, Database and Gaming. The course is also dual enrolled with Central Virginia Community College, and students successfully completing the course can earn up to 6 college credit hours. Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education. 

Computer Repair (I221C) 

Credits: 2 

College

Credits: 4 

This year-long course uses hands-on experiences to maintain, service, and upgrade a computer through hardware and software applications. Students learn the basic vocabulary and troubleshooting skills used by a computer repair technician and are taught the skills that will prepare them for the A+ Hardware and A+ Software exam after successful completion of the class. The course is also dual enrolled with Central Virginia Community College, and students successfully completing the course can earn up to 6 college credit hours. Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education

Cosmetology I (8527) 

11th Graders Only

Credits: 2 

This course introduces students to the skills needed to enter the beauty industry. Students learn the basic skills related to hair design, chemical services, skin care, and nail care and can practice their skills on both mannequins and live models. Safety and sanitation and communication skills are emphasized.  Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education. 

Cosmetology II (8528) 

Prerequisite: Cosmetology I 

Credits: 2 

Only seniors can enroll in this course, which continues instruction in the skills needed to enter the beauty industry. Students continue to use both mannequins and live models to practice skills related to hair design, chemical services, skin care, and nail care. Students who successfully complete Cosmetology I and II are eligible to apply for the Virginia State Board cosmetology licensure examination. Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education. 

Culinary Arts I (8275) 

Credits: 2 

This course provides a foundation for students who wish to continue their education at a culinary arts school or to enter the food service field. After instruction in safety, sanitation, measurement, recipe reading, and equipment operation, as well as an introduction to skills for cake decorating, candy making, and catering, students cater meals for various meetings held at the Technical Center. Students also fill orders for cakes, pies, pastries, and take-out meals for the Technical Center staff. Students receive hands on practice and reinforcement of skills by operating a restaurant for the Technical Center students. Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education. 

Culinary Arts II (8276) 

Prerequisite: Culinary Arts I 

Credits: 2 

This course continues students’ preparation for continuing their education at a culinary arts school or entering the food service field. Students receive additional instruction in safety, sanitation, measurement, recipe reading, and equipment operation, as well as skills for cake decorating, candy-making, and catering. Students continue to receive hands-on practice and reinforcement of skills by catering meals for various meetings held at the Technical Center; filling orders for cakes, pies, pastries, and take-out meals for the Technical Center staff; and operating a restaurant for the Technical Center students. Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education. 

Electricity and Cabling I (8533) 

Credits: 2 

This course provides a foundation in electrical principles and practices, as well as a basic understanding of the National Electrical Code. The course focuses on the “how” and “why” of safe electrical wiring practices, following a logical sequence from residential electrical installations to concepts and principles of commercial and light industrial electrical construction. Students develop safety and workplace skills in tools and materials, electrical theory, and conduit and power systems. With an emphasis on safety, the NCCER Core Curriculum is used in this course. Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education. 

Electricity and Cabling II (8534)

Prerequisite: Electricity and Cabling I 

Credits: 2 

This course continues the study of electrical principles and practices, as well as knowledge and application of the National Electrical Code. The course reinforces the “how” and “why” of safe electrical wiring practices, following a logical sequence from residential electrical installations to concepts and principles of commercial and light industrial electrical construction. Students continue to develop safety and workplace skills in tools and materials, electrical theory, and conduit and power systems. With an emphasis on technical skills, the NCCER Electricity Curriculum is used in this course.  Successful completion of the course prepares students for entry level jobs in the electrical field. Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education. 

Manufacturing Technology/ MT1 (M8425) and II (M8427) 

Credits:2 

This one-year course is designed to meet the growing employment and technical demands of the manufacturing sector. The class is delivered in a modular setting that includes but is not limited to safety and quality practices, measurement, manufacturing processes, electrical and mechanical fundamentals, and maintenance awareness. Students enrolled in MT1 work on developing the following skills:  speaking, active learning, critical thinking, production and process, systems evaluation and math problem solving. Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education. 

Nurse Aide I (836A) and II (836B) 

Credits: 2 

This one-year course is designed to introduce students to career opportunities in the health care field.  Instruction focuses on skills for nurses’ aides. Students learn medical terminology, human anatomy, body functions and disorders, safety, and infection control as they develop health assistant skills. Supervised laboratory experience is an integral part of the course, and clinical practice hours are coordinated through local nursing homes. Students who successfully complete the class are qualified to take the state test for Certified Nurse Aide. Students enrolled in this course will take a career and technical assessment approved by the Virginia Department of Education.