Academics
Course Description
Prepares students for entry-level employment as a technician in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry. Students successfully completing the program will be given the EPA 608 Refrigerant Certificate exam. This certification meets the Federal EPA requirements and is required for employment as a technician in the HVACR field.
Prepares students for diesel technician positions working on heavy construction equipment, trucks, industrial plant vehicles, and agricultural equipment. Students will work with: basic diesel engines, fundamental driveline, hydraulic and electrical systems and preventative maintenance.
This course surveys history from ancient times through the modern period from a world perspective. Students are introduced to the ancient river civilizations, the Empires of Greece and Rome, and medieval life. The course continues with the development of European monarchies and their evolution into modern nations. Finally, students will investigate causes and results of twentieth century global events/conflicts. Emphasis is placed on emergence of new nations and the potential of today’s society.
Introduction of drawing techniques and use of drawing pencils along with a review of the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design. Students will be taught how to use line, shape, value and compositional strategies to create drawings from observation. A variety of subjects will be covered, some of which might be still life, portraits, figure drawings, landscapes, and interiors. A variety of materials will be used. Drawing from observation is fundamental in the creation of art. The ability to alter, abstract, or change what is observed is critical and necessary for the visual communication of ideas. Visual perception is developed using technical and analytical skills necessary for rendering observed reality.
