Business
(83161) – Learn the Office Suite: WORD; PowerPoint; Excel
This course applies advanced concepts and principles using word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and electronic presentation software. Students may have the opportunity to obtain a Microsoft Office Specialist industry certificate through Microsoft and Certiport per district discretion. The certification is recognized worldwide as the best method for employers to validate computer skill proficiency. Students will integrate applications learned. Participation in a CTSO may be an integral part of this course.
(98421) – Learn the Office Suite: WORD; PowerPoint; and Excel while getting Concurrent Enrollment credit. Counts as the HS Digital Literacy credit.
A hands-on introduction to problem solving using Computer Tools. Basic hardware and Office software products topics are discussed.
Students can earn Concurrent Enrollment Credit for this course through Salt Lake Community College. You must apply and register for this class through Salt Lake Community College to receive College Credit otherwise you will only receive High School Credit for this course.
CE Code for SLCC: CSIS 1020
(83671) – The Event Planning and Management course is designed for students interested in learning about this multi-billion dollar industry. Students are introduced to many facets of event planning including: site selection, budgeting, promotion, and catering. Students will organize, plan, and evaluate various meetings and events. Examples include, but not limited to, conferences, sporting events, weddings, and workshops.
(83491) – Marketing I explores the seven core functions of marketing which include: marketing planning – why target market and industry affects businesses; marketing information management – why market research is important; pricing – how prices maximize profit and affect the perceived value; product/service management – why products live and die; promotion – how to inform customers about products; channel management – how products reach the final user; and selling – how to convince a customer that a product is the best choice. Students will utilize knowledge in hands-on projects which may include: Conducting research, creating a promotional plan, pitching a sales presentation, and introducing an idea for a new product/service.
(81282) – Development of up-to-date concepts and skills that are used in the development of today’s web sites. Students will learn the fundamentals of how the Internet works. They will learn and use the basic building blocks of the World Wide Web: HTML5 coding, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), and Javascript. They follow the steps to create a website by planning, designing, developing, deploying, and maintaining the web site projects. Students will learn and use different scripting technologies to create more dynamic and interactive web sites. They will learn what it takes for a career in web development as they complete projects and create their own web site.
Child Development
(87001) – Students will understand the aspects of child growth and development, positive guidance techniques, and child-related issues. Learning activities, observation techniques, and lab experiences in working with young children may be included. This course will strengthen comprehension of concepts and standards outlined in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education. Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) supports student leadership and has competitive events that may be an integral part of the course.
Creative Media
(86071) – An introduction to the field of commercial photography. This course will cover concepts, including but not limited to purchasing a digital camera; image capture; image editing; and image output. This course will also feature Adobe Photoshop, its features, and its use. These concepts will enable the student to be more knowledgeable and prepared to enter the field of commercial photography.
Students can earn Concurrent Enrollment Credit for this course through Salt Lake Community College. You must apply and register for this class through Salt Lake Community College to receive College Credit otherwise you will only receive High School Credit for this course.
CE Code for SLCC: ART 1050
(86221) – This course is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge and skills related to the graphic design industry. It is intended to serve as a starting point for several pathways including Digital Media, Graphics and Printing, 3D Animation, and Game Development. This includes instruction and hands-on assignments in the following areas: creative design & layout, typography, color, related software, and computer and professional skills.
(85041) – This class is designed to teach the basics of video journalism, including electronic news gathering, electronic field production, editing, audio, lighting, scripting, graphics, directing, and production crew work. Depending on the needs and interests of the school, productions may include live television broadcasting, on-camera performance, monthly or bi-monthly magazine, daily school news shows, and/or video features. Live-streaming sports is a key component. This course is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge and skills related to the television broadcasting industry. This includes instruction and hands-on assignments in the following areas: camera operation, audio systems, lighting systems, pre-production, studio operations, control room operations, visual effects and graphics, and copyright laws.
(85151) – Learn to tell stories using professional editing tools and techniques to produce commercials, public service announcements (PSA), documentaries & short films. Learn the basics of creating videos worthy of the best social media influencers. Have fun being creative with various electronic media. This course is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge and skills related to the video production industry. Includes instruction and hands-on assignments in the following areas: Camera operation, recording audio, lighting systems, preproduction, production, post production, visual effects and graphics, and copyright laws.
FACS
(87501) – This course is the foundational course in the Culinary Pathway and Food Science, Dietetics and Nutrition Pathway. Experiences will include food safety and sanitation, culinary techniques, food selection, and basic nutrition with a focus on career readiness. Student leadership and competitive events (FCCLA) may be integrated into this course.
(87511) – This course is the second step in the Culinary Pathway. Experiences will highlight food safety and sanitation careers, introduce knife skills and cooking techniques, and basic culinary skills related to stocks, sauces, and yeast breads. There will be a focus on career readiness. Student leadership and competitive events (FCCLA) may be integrated into this course.
(87301) – This course explores how fashion influences everyday life and introduces students to the fashion industry. Topics covered include: fashion fundamentals, elements and principles of design, textiles, consumerism, and fashion related careers, with an emphasis on personal application. This course will strengthen comprehension of concepts and standards outlined in Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education. Participation in a CTSO may be an integral part of this course.
(87771) – This course explores the field of interior design through engaging learning activities. Identification and use of the elements and principles of design are emphasized. Other topics are furniture arrangement, floor plan evaluation, space planning, and design-related careers. Skills learned can be applied to current living environments and future career options. This course will strengthen comprehension of concepts and standards outlined in Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education. FCCLA may be an integral part of this course.
(87781) – This course provides students the opportunity to develop skills in applying the elements and principles of design to interiors. Projects are integrated throughout the course to provide applications as the students’ study: architecture, furniture styles and constructions, surface treatments and backgrounds, design and function of space and lighting. This course will strengthen comprehension of concepts and strands outlined in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education. FCCLA may be an integral part of this course.
(87281) – This course introduces students to basic apparel design and construction skills. These skills prepare students for the exciting global apparel industry and entrepreneurial opportunities. Students will sew apparel and accessory projects. This course will strengthen comprehension of concepts and standards outlined in Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education. Student leadership and competitive events in a CTSO may be integrated into this course.
(87322) – Students will further strengthen and broaden apparel design and production techniques. In this course they design and construct intermediate level projects using various construction techniques. These skills prepare students for the exciting global apparel industry and entrepreneurial opportunities. This course will strengthen comprehension of concepts and standards outlined in Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education. Student leadership and competitive events in a CTSO may be integrated into this course.
Health Science
(71011) – This semester course is designed to create an awareness of career possibilities in health care and inform students of the educational options available for health science and health technology programs. Instruction includes beginning anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, medical ethics, diseases, and disorders. The course prepares students for the Medical Anatomy/Physiology course and/or for a variety of health technology programs.
Manufacturing
(89021) – This is the first instructional course in a sequence prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to lay out and shape stock, assemble projects,saw and sand projects. The course stresses the safe use of a variety of hand and power tools and machinery. Recommended projects would be anything that would allow students to incorporate all joints and tools.
Technology
(81425) – The course emphasizes the principles of computer science rather than just programming. Big ideas and concepts include: (1) Computing is a creative activity. (2) Abstraction reduces information and detail to facilitate focus on relevant concepts. (3) Data and information facilitate the creation of knowledge. (4) Algorithms are used to develop and express solutions to computational problems. (5) Programming enables problem-solving, human expressions, and the creation of knowledge. (6) The internet pervades modern computing. (7) Computing has global impacts.
(81141) – A foundational engineering design course that introduces basic problem-solving and documentation skills. Various aspects of engineering will be explored along with technology’s environmental, societal, political, and economic impacts on our world. By utilizing problem solving skills, students will develop essential abilities and attitudes that will in turn expand their occupational opportunities in the world of engineering.
(84031/84011) – These classes are taken consecutively 1st and 2nd semester.
The first and second in a sequence of courses that prepare individuals for careers in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. This course includes instruction in 2D or 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software to draw a small residential home with an emphasis on blueprint reading as well as on residential methods and materials of construction, codes, and Building Information Modeling (BIM).
(84001/81001) – These courses are taken consecutively in the 1st and 2nd semester.
These courses prepare individuals to develop technical knowledge and skills required to plan and prepare scale pictorial interpretations and technical documentation of engineering and design concepts. This includes instruction in the use of 2D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software, sketching, drawing layout, geometric construction, orthographic projection, and dimensioning. “Hands-on” courses that tie observations and concepts common to a variety of different engineering disciplines in order to develop a better understanding of basic math and science principles used in engineering. By utilizing problem-solving skills in a laboratory environment, students will develop skills and attitudes that impact and expand occupational opportunities.
