Exploring Vo-Tech
Introduces students to a variety of vocations such as auto/diesel, welding, HVAC, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and aviation. These skills will be taught in 3-4 week rotations and will involve classroom and hands-on training.
- $150 class fee per semester
- Limited enrollment
Auto/Diesel Technology I
Designed to provide training as general service technicians in the maintenance and light repair of all types of auto and diesel vehicles. Students will receive training in basic shop safety and proper use of hand tools and equipment. Thorough classroom and hands-on training using techniques and industry standard tools for computer diagnostics, brakes, steering, suspensions, engines, transmissions, electrical systems and more. Prepares students for entry level ASE certification. Requires at least 90 hours of internship to be completed outside normal class hours.
- Grades 11-12
- $500 class fee per semester
- Limited enrollment
- Class meets two hours daily and earns two credits per year
Auto/Diesel Technology II
Continues training students in auto diesel service and repair. Students will be taking on more responsibility and leadership roles. Gives students who are possibly pursuing a career in this field a greater opportunity to be more fully prepared by participating in an internship program. Completion of course yields EPA and ASE certification.
- Grade 12
- Prerequisite: Auto/Diesel Technology I
- $500 class fee per semester
- Limited enrollment
- Class meets two hours daily and earns two credits per year
HVAC Technology (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning)
Designed to provide training as general service technicians in maintenance, installation and repair of residential heating and air condition systems. Students will receive training to safely use modern techniques and industry standard tools and equipment. Involves training in HVAC theory, diagnostics, and repair procedures. Incorporates an understanding of environmental issues and indoor air quality standards that are associated with the HVAC industry. Prepares students to be quality entry-level technicians prepared for employment as apprentice in the HVAC industry or for further post-secondary training. The students should be prepared to take and pass the student level EPA certifications.
- Grades 11-12
- $500 class fee per semester
- Limited enrollment
- Class meets two hours daily and earns two credits per year
Welding Technology
Designed to prepare students to become entry level welding technicians, to be employed as an apprentice in the welding industry, or to pursue further post-secondary training. Students will be instructed in the latest technology in welding including:
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- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) (MIG)
- Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Gas Welding (GTAW) (TIG)
- Oxygen acetylene welding and cutting
- Blue print reading and fabrication
The students will have the opportunity to seek welding certifications in their chosen field as well as have opportunities for on-the-job training.
- Grades 11-12
- $500 class fee per semester
- Limited Enrollment
- Class meets 2 hours daily and earns 2 credits per year