Automotive Technology - (OM) (6 Credits)
Students in this technology will receive instruction in the eight areas of the ASE (Auto Service Excellence) Test. These areas include engine repair, electrical systems, automatic transmission/transaxles, manual drive train and axles, wheel alignment, brakes, heating and air conditioning, and engine performance. ASE has certified the Auto Technology Program in eight automotive areas. This is a Tech-Prep course that allows for advanced placement at some local colleges.
Engine Theory and Repair - (OR) (1 Credit)
Students will learn the principles of operation of the internal combustion gasoline engines, as well as ignition and fuel systems. Each student will be required to disassemble an engine, check all components for tolerance, make necessary adjustments, reassemble the engine, and be required to demonstrate knowledge of the theories of operation of the various fuel and ignition systems found on small industrial power units and automotive engines.
Advanced Engine Performance and Driveability - (OR) (1 Credit)
Prerequisites: Engine Theory and Repair
This course is designed for all students who wish to have advanced training in engine performance. The course will include fuel, ignition, and emission systems of the automobile, as well as mechanical and electrical systems.
BUSINESS EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY:
Completion of the Business Education Technology program will allow for advance placement at some local colleges.
Advanced and Computerized Accounting - (OM) (1 Credit) Grade Level: 11
Advanced and Computerized Accounting provides students opportunities to apply accounting theory to computerized information systems. Introduction to Accounting is a prerequisite to this course for students enrolled in the Accounting career pathway.
Banking Applications - (OM) (1 Credit) Grade Level: 12
Advanced Banking Applications expands the principles, functions, and procedures introduced in Introduction to Banking Applications. This course includes advanced applications and a focus on banking services Record Keeping or Introduction to Accounting and Computerized Accounting are prerequisites to this course for students enrolled in the Banking and Financial Support Services career pathway.
Computer Software Applications - (OM) (1 Credit) Grade Level: 10
Computer Software Applications prepares students to complete business, personal, and educational applications using commercially available software packages. Emphasis is placed upon using word processing, database, spreadsheet, and integrated application packages. Computer Skills is a prerequisite to this course.
Advanced Computer Software Applications - (OM) (1 Credit) Grade Level: 11
Advanced Computer Software Applications expands the principles and applications introduced in Computer Software Applications. Students will refine skills associated with word processing, database, and spreadsheet software applications, as well as telecommunications. Emphasis will be placed on the integration of various software applications to solve problems, the use of presentation software to improve communications, and utilization of desktop publishing skills to enhance printed documents. Computer Skills and Computer Software Applications are prerequisites to this course for students enrolled in the Administrative Assistant/Secretarial Sciences or Information Processing/Data Entry Technician career pathway.
Food and Restaurant Marketing - (OM) (1 Credit) Grade Level: 11
Food and Restaurant Marketing prepares students to perform marketing tasks specifically applicable to food supplies, restaurant marketing, grocery wholesaling, and retailing. Marketing Functions and Foundations is a prerequisite to this course for students enrolled in the Hotel/Motel and Restaurant Management career pathway.
Hotel/Motel Management - (OM) (1 Credit) Grade Level: 12
Hotel/Motel Management is a course designed to prepare students to perform marketing tasks applicable to a wide variety of hospitality and leisure industry settings. Marketing Functions and Foundations and Food and Restaurant Marketing are prerequisites to this course for students enrolled in the Hotel/Motel and Restaurant Management career pathway.
Introduction to Accounting - (OM) (1 Credit) Grade Level: 10
Introduction to Accounting introduces accounting principles, theory, and procedures for proprietorships, partnerships and corporations. The accounting cycle will be completed using double-entry accounting.
Marketing Functions and Foundations - (OM) (1 Credit) Grade Level: 10
Marketing Functions and Foundations is designed to give students a basic understanding of the role of marketing in our free enterprise economy. Emphasis is placed on the nine marketing functions. This course is a prerequisite to all marketing pathway courses. This course is also available as an elective to all non-marketing pathway students.
Specialized Information Processing - (OM) (1 Credit) Grade Level: 12
Specialized Information Processing is designed to prepare students to perform a wide variety of current automated office procedures. In addition to the reinforcement of administrative office procedures, the course also focuses on exposing students to office procedures which are specific to banking, legal, and medical careers. Computer Skills, Computer Software Applications, and Advanced Computer Software Applications are prerequisites to this course for students enrolled in the Administrative Assistant/Secretarial Sciences career pathway.
Business Ownership - (OR) (1 Credit)
Business Ownership examines entrepreneurship and the day-to-day operations of small business. Business aspects to be covered include startup costs, risk management, and employee training. This course is recommended for all students.
Computer Skills - (OR) (1 Credit)
Computer Skills is designed to teach students how to use computers and computer based equipment. Students will also demonstrate their ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, access and use automated electronic research services, and understand and comply with telecommunication etiquette.
Programming with Business Applications - (OR) (1 Credit) Prerequisite: Computer Skills
Programming with Business Applications provides instruction using Visual Basic computer language, not only for reviewing structured programming design, but also for introducing advanced techniques, such as sorting, indexing, and character string manipulation. Emphasis will be placed on structured programming design. Programming assignments will emphasize business applications.
Web Site Construction - (OR) (1 Credit) Prerequisite: Computer Skills
This course is designed to introduce students to various forms of computerized communication beginning with the broad concept of telecommunications and working toward more specific areas including the Internet, scanners, digital cameras, and on-line communication. Creating web pages using screen-design principles, images, wave-form audio recording, and multimedia integration will be used in this course. Proper use of grammar, punctuation, and writing skills will be stressed through the use of various computer software programs. Effective communication skills, both written and oral, will be taught and assessed on a daily basis.
COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING:
Computer Aided Drafting - (OM) (6 Credits)
Students will learn the fundamentals of Computer Aided Drafting, using software that is currently in use in professional offices. During the course, students will learn Architectural Drafting, Mechanical drafting, Electronic Drafting, the drawing of site plans, Landscape layouts, and Structural drawings. Students will learn these skills up to the level that is required of an entry-level draftsperson in an Architectural, Mechanical or other drafting office.
Introduction to Computer Aided Design - (OR) (1 Credit)
This is a course for students from vocational areas other than CAD. During one semester the students are taught the basics of computer aided drafting and then go on to apply this knowledge to draw assignments from architecture, mechanical engineering, interiors, landscape, etc.
Technical Sketching and Blueprint Reading - (OR) (1 Credit)
This course is designed to teach students skills that will enable them to make sketches and scale drawings to convey their ideas of projects. It will also enable them to read blueprints and extract meaningful information, such as preparing quantities of materials, calculating areas, understanding dimensioning, and cross-referencing.
Surveying - (OR) (1 Credit)
This course aims to teach the student the skills necessary to make measured drawings of rooms, building, and their elements recording the location of services and their nature, as well as teaching the fundamental skills involved in land surveying and the use of surveying equipment.
Related College Studies:
Students may elect to participate in the Tech Prep program and earn college credits while still in high school.
-Two year Architectural or Engineering technology degree.
-Four year professional degree in Architecture or Engineering
Computer Engineering Technology:
Computer Enginnering Technology is the only shop at Polytech High School that starts at the Freshman year. It is the only 4-year shop due to the detail and goals of the shop. During the course of the shop, students will take industry standardized tests that will give them certifications that most people cannot get until college or later.
Computer Engineering Technology I-IV (6 Credits)(OM)
Students will learn all about the hardware and software components of computers, computer peripherals, and computer networks. Students will learn how these devices operate, and how to troubleshoot malfunctioning components that are causing both software and hardware problems.
Advanced Shop Opportunities:
-A+ Certified
-NET+ Certified
-MCSA Certified
-MCSE Certified
-WIN2k Certified
-WINXP Certified
PC Support: (1 Credit) (OR)
An Occupational Related class that teaches the basis of PC support to students who are not in the Computer Engineering Shop.
ELECTRONICS:
Electronic Technology - (OM) (6 Credits)
Students in this technology will begin with basic electricity and continue through a comprehensive study of electronic circuits: utilizing transistors, SCRs, and other special purpose semiconductors along with digital and linear integrated circuits, microprocessors, microprocessor interfaces, and robotics. Emphasis is placed on practical application of such circuits to communications, home entertainment systems, and the industrial utilization of control and microcomputer systems. Both practical troubleshooting and simple design are included, and when students graduate, they will have the skills they will need to enter the field of industrial electronics on the apprentice level. Students will also gain practical and technical experience involving worldwide communication systems via voice, satellite, and digital communication modes. Students will have an opportunity to earn an FCC (amateur radio) license which will permit individuals to communicate worldwide via direct and satellite links. This is a Tech-Prep course that allows for advanced placement at some local colleges.
Helpful Electronics Procedures (Help) - (OR) (1 Credit)
This course gives students the perfect introduction to Electricity/Electronics and opens the doors to a wide array of career opportunities. The course begins by introducing the student to the properties of electricity and the fundamentals of direct current. The students will learn to use basic test equipment to repair electronic devices, video tape recorders, and audio systems. This course will conclude with training on the reading of wiring and simple schematic diagrams.
Digital Logic and Basic Programming - (OR) (1 Credit)
This course starts with an introduction to logic circuits and internal computer operation. Students will design, build and test logic gates, and sequential and combinational digital circuits. The course concludes with BASIC computer programming.
RADIO/TV PRODUCTION AND BROADCASTING:
Radio/TV Production and Broadcasting Technology - (OM) (6 Credits)
Students in this technology will begin with basic audio and video production techniques used in the Radio/TV broadcasting and recording industries. Students will learn single and multi-camera TV production (in front of and behind the camera), DJ techniques, radio/TV station operations (including camera operation, lighting, set design, control room operations, scripting, video engineering, audio engineering), and on-air performance. As a part of the program, students will learn by working in student-operated TV and recording studios. This is a Tech-Prep course that allows for advanced placement at some local colleges.
Advanced Video Production - (OR) (1 Credit)
This course is a requirement for Radio/TV Broadcasting Juniors. This class will cover extensive scripting and technical production. Juniors must take this class at least one semester.
PANTHER PROWLER.COM - (OR) (1 Credit)
Prerequisites: Journalism, Web Design, Visual Communications I, or TV Production I
This is an intermediate course for students interested in creating electronic media. In this class, you will construct POLYTECH's electronic newspaper, The Panther Prowler. Students interested in web page construction and design, journalism/reporting, electronic graphics/art, or video for the web are encouraged to sign-up.
