Career and Technology Studies

Automotives

Automotives gives students an in-depth understanding of the Automotive-Mechanics trade and its related occupations. Students in Automotives are given the opportunity to learn the maintenance and repair skills required to work on automobile systems.

Carpentry

Carpentry is a course for everyone; it offers a blend between preparing students for the trades and encouraging students who are simply looking for a fun and creative experience. Each level of Carpentry is fully hands-on and project based. Pre-determined projects range from bedside cabinets, jewelry boxes and home furnishings to skateboards, instruments and novelty items as well as large scale construction projects like sheds and garages. Students also have the opportunity to design and create their own projects in each level along the way.

Computer Science / Robotics / Web Design

Computer Science / Robotics 1 is a combined introductory course that introduces students to fundamental concepts and ideas related to computers, programming, electronics and robotics. Students create animations using Alice, build robots using Lego NXT/EV3 kits and begin scripted programming with Java.

Robotics 2 introduces students to the concepts and skills necessary to solve problems using programmable systems. Students program Arduino Sketches while integrating various measurement sensors (ultrasonic, touch, light detection, etc) and actuators (stepper motors, servos, motors) in a “Makerspace” environment that includes 3-D printers.

Computer Science 2 introduces the algorithm as a problem-solving tool.

Topics include: fundamental data structures, basic operators and data types, sequential flow of control, modular programming. Mathematics 10C is a recommended prerequisite.

Web Design 2 introduces students to the tools needed to build their own web pages. Students learn HTML, CSS, & JavaScript and create their own live web pages to serve as portfolios of their creations.

Robotics 3 is a project-based course that extends concepts in electronics, process control, and robotics applications. Students define their own projects and build increasingly complex automated systems/applications that can repeatedly perform a defined task. Specific modules may be tailored to meet student interests or academic focus.

Web / App Design 3 is a project-based course that allows students to create webpages of increasing complexity based on practical or personal considerations. Students may explore dynamic and interactive techniques, debugging, more complex data structures, callbacks and closures, event-driven programming, and methods on arrays.

Computer Science 3 extends students’ understanding of software development by moving from procedural programming approaches to an object-oriented programming (OOP) approach. Students learn how (OOP) can improve the efficiency and robustness of algorithm development.

Networking

The Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) program is the most popular IT certification in the world. Networking courses follow the first two courses offered towards CCNA certification, developing relevant skills to match the rapid deployment of technologies in today’s sophisticated networking environment.

Networking 1 is based upon the Information Technology (IT) Essentials course offered by Cisco. The goal of this course is to introduce you to computer hardware and software, as well as operating systems (Windows & Linux), networking concepts, mobile devices, IT security, and hardware/ software troubleshooting. This course blends online course materials with hands-on labs/activities to complete five (5) CTS/Networking modules (credits).

Networking 2 is based upon CCNA Routing & Switching (R&S) Essentials course offered by Cisco. The goal of this course is to introduce you to fundamental networking concepts and technologies. Students gain the knowledge necessary to plan and implement small networks across a range of applications. Students will practice and apply new skills to create and test networks in Packet-Tracer and build physical networks using Cisco hardware. This course blends online course materials with hands-on labs/activities to complete five (5) CTS/Networking modules (credits).

Cosmetology

Cosmetology curriculum focuses on personal and professional grooming, body care and enhancement practices. The program also provides students with the opportunity to explore and prepare for cosmetology related careers through client work and work study assignments throughout the community.

Culinary Arts

Before there were great chefs, there were students finding their way! Awaken your taste buds and be open to the possibility to develop your culinary skills.

Consider starting an exciting career in one of the many areas of the hospitality industry, while working towards your high school diploma. Get the hands-on experience and understanding you will need to be a chef.

Digital Arts 10-20-30

Digital Arts allows students to explore photography, videography, graphic design, audio editing, animation, various types of media, and design. Students who take this program either further their interest and enhance their skills for personal reasons and as hobbies, or students improve their skills to a level where they are prepared for entry into a post-secondary New Media or Visual Communication program.

Looking at the first column of courses available, students begin with a mandatory module focused on the basics of design: COM1005. Once students have completed COM1005 they select four or more other areas that interest them. Students can focus on something like photography by studying 1035, 1205, 1215 and 1275, or they can pick and choose other modules according to their interests. Combined module projects may also be made available to students.

Intermediate (column 2) and Advanced (column 3) students continue down the pathways they have started, and have the option to remain generalists doing a bit of everything, or specializing into one or two areas and spending entire semesters working only in one area (ex. photography and photo editing/video, animation and advertising/graphic design/etc.). Because there are so many modules available, students can sign up for more than 3 semesters.

All courses have projects where students use the theory they learn early in the course to create high quality final products using the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and other relevant software. The Skills Canada competitions, Grad Videos and various other school based activities give students opportunities to compete and to advance their skills.

Fashion

The Fashion curriculum provides opportunities for students to increase their knowledge and appreciation of the scope and role of the fashion industry, and its importance to daily living and business. Each course provides opportunities for students to link practice to theory through practical hands-on techniques. These abilities can lead to career opportunities such as: Fashion Designer, Dressmaker, Theatre Production, Clothing Retailer, Small Business Owner, Wardrobe Consultant, Home Economist or CTS Teacher.

In Production, students are responsible for the purchase of their own supplies including fabric and other sewing notions for each project. If purchasing some of your own supplies creates a hardship, please see the instructor for an alternate solution. Design examines the elements and principles of artistic design and applies them to fashion illustration. Students will do basic bookwork using resources from magazines, computers etc. Merchandising is learning how clothing goes from a designer’s idea to the retail market. Students will do basic bookwork as well as interviewing people in the retail field.

Students will enroll in a general Fashion Studies class. Upon successful completion of compulsory courses, students will then select those courses of interest to them from the Introductory, Intermediate, or Advanced groupings.

Foods

Foods 1 - Introductory courses are for students who have no previous experience in the program. Students study and practice basic cooking skills and techniques.

Foods 2/3 - The intermediate and advanced courses require a higher degree of expertise, and focus on developing specific competencies required for entry into the work place or a related post-secondary program.

Students may register in Foods 2/3 in only one semester of a school year.

Welding

The Welding Program is a hands-on course that allows students to fabricate a variety of projects while teaching basic welding skills, metal fabrication, and the use of metal working tools. In the intermediate and advanced level courses students have the opportunity to design and weld their own projects to take home. In addition, the program reinforces print reading, basic math, and product design.

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