CTHSS
ELECTIVE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2008-2009
(The following are approved elective courses which may NOT be offered at all sites. 
Please contact the respective school Guidance Department for their elective offerings.) 

ART
2-D Design (1 credit)
This course explores the elements of art and principles of design.  Students will be introduced to a variety of medium including drawing, painting, printmaking, lettering and mixed media. Lectures and student research on art history will be included.  An inexpensive notebook or sketchbook is required.

3-D Design I (1 credit)
This course explores the elements of art and principles of design using a variety of techniques and materials.  Emphasis is placed on the various ways of creating 3-D designs using shapes, planes, and forms. Instruction is given using paper, wood, plaster, wire, papier-mâché and clay. Lectures and student research on art history are included. 

3-D Design II (1 credit)
In this course, students will have an opportunity to create and respond to visual arts, focusing on 3-D design.  This course will be a continuation of 3-D Design I.  This course explores the elements of art and principles of design using a variety of techniques and materials.  Emphasis is placed on the various ways of creating 3-D designs using shapes, planes, and forms. Instruction is given using paper, wood, plaster, wire, papier-mâché and clay. Lectures and student research on art history are included. 

Advanced Art (1/4 credit, 1/2 credit)
This course is an advanced study of art principles and design.  Students will advance skills in creating and interpreting art and will prepare portfolios of their work.

AP Studio Art I And II (1 credit)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Introduction to Art and serious interest in drawing
AP Studio Art is a college-level course focusing on drawing that requires the development of a portfolio demonstrating quality, breadth and concentration. This course concentrates on developing the student’s creativity and technical drawing skills in the areas of realism and fantasy. Intense instruction is provided in shading, landscape, still life, portraiture, human body figure, value and perspective. Various techniques are taught, including tennebrism, stippling, chiaroscuro, cross-hatching and printing methods. Many different mediums are used, including pencil, charcoal, watercolor, crayon and pastels. To qualify for college credit, students must submit a portfolio of slides meeting specific criteria in May of their senior year.

Art Portfolio Development (1 credit)
This class is designed for the art student who wishes to pursue a career in the arts after graduation. Students develop a portfolio of quality 2-D works of art which can be used in application to art schools or art programs. Students create 10-15 strong works of art using a variety of media such as pastels, acrylics, watercolor, colored pencil, charcoal and multimedia focusing on traditional still life arrangements as well as non-objective, abstract compositions.  All student work will be original work.

Drawing I and II (1/4 credit, 1 credit)
This course focuses on drawing techniques and tools.  Students will demonstrate and understand basic drawing using visual measurement, shading, composition, perspective, drawing techniques, sustained drawings and written reflection.  Students have an opportunity to use various drawing media and develop drawing skills, observation skills, and confidence in the use of media and drawing.  Exposure to various media, subject matter, and knowledge of history and culture through art will also be emphasized.  Drawing II includes more advanced application of drawing, expanding students’ skills and using a variety of materials. Knowledge of history and culture through art will be explored in more depth.

Floral Design (1 credit)
In this course, students will explore art and 3-D design through the medium of floral design. Students will use live flowers, silks, and mixed greens, among other materials to study the design styles, history, art, and personal expression of this art form.

French Art Appreciation (1/4 credit, ½ credit, 1 credit)
The course surveys art, artists and artistic styles from France.  The class will explore ways art reflects and shapes social, religious and political concerns. Students are expected to produce drawings and/or models as well as research. Note: This course is offered only at Wilcox Technical High School.

History of Art and Architecture (1/4 credit)
The course surveys various art and architectural styles from around the world.  The class will explore ways art and architecture reflect and shape social, religious and political concerns. Students are expected to produce drawings and/or models as well as research.

Introduction to Traditional Art (1 credit)
This course explores the elements of art and principles of design.  Students will study various traditional arts utilizing the techniques of weaving, metal work and fabric.

Jewelry Making (1/2 credit)
This course introduces students to the principles and design of jewelry making.  Students will explore the techniques, history, materials and concepts used to create original jewelry.  A variety of mediums will be used including clay, metal, plastic, paper and recyclable materials.  Various processes used will include the kiln, soldering and AutoCAD.

Painting I and II (1/4 credit, 1 credit)
Painting I is a techniques and tools class.  Students are exposed to various painting techniques and media.  They will also engage in written reflection of their own art and the artwork of others.  They will also be exposed to paintings from different time periods and cultures.  Painting I gives students an understanding and appreciation of painting processes, aesthetics, criticism and history.  Essential visual arts concepts and skills in this course provide a foundation for continuing study in art.  Painting II includes more advanced and in-depth application of the aforementioned painting principles.

Pre-AP Art (1 credit)
This is a preparatory course for advanced studies in the arts and careers in art.  A major focus is portfolio development in a concentrated area, i.e., Drawing, 2-D Design and 3-D Design.  Students will address three areas of the portfolio: breadth, concentration and quality.  Students will be challenged to develop technical, visual, artistic and critical thinking skills as they develop their own personal work.  Substantial outside work is necessary.  Maturity, self-direction and commitment to art work are expected.

Printmaking (1 credit)
This course focuses on printmaking as an art form.  Various techniques and processes will be explored.  Students will apply various problem solving and design principles to create printmaking products including pulled string, monoprinting, linoleum block, recycled relief, silk screening and brush stencil cutting.

BUSINESS
Computerized Accounting (1 credit)
This course will help students understand and become familiar with accounting principles and operation of small business to prepare students to operate a small business.

Business Management (1 credit)
This course deals with business management as it relates to entrepreneurial ventures and starting a small business.

Spreadsheet Applications for Small Business (1 credit)
In this course understanding the concept of a small business is explored through a collection of data. The data is then organized, analyzed and applied to different business simulations in an effort to make wise business decisions.

COMPUTER EDUCATION
Desktop Publishing (1/4 credit)
The goal of this course is to enhance the student portfolio using various technology applications. Students will utilize the advanced features of word, spreadsheet functions, and develop projects and presentations incorporating multimedia for inclusion in the final portfolio submission.

HTML (1/4 credit)
In this course, students will explore HTML and web page design. The students will evaluate web page formats and design layouts.  Students will learn how to code HTML, understand cascading style sheets and proper graphical user interface design, and build a site for a targeted audience.  Students will create products to include the following areas:  business, academics, personal, and trade related.

Introduction To Computer Education (1/4 credit, ½ credit, 1 credit)
The Computer Education program provides opportunities for students to develop competency and demonstrate technological proficiency in areas related to computer literacy standards. Students will demonstrate the ability to work with a variety of software applications, technologies and equipment, as well as keyboarding at the proficiency standard. The ninth and tenth grade program offers a course sequence in computer literacy including Basic Operations and Concepts, Social Ethical Issues, Technology Productivity and Software Applications, Technology Communications, Technology Tools, and Problem-solving. Students are expected to demonstrate mastery of Word, Excel and Power point to design projects and products.

Java Scripting (1/2 credit)
The students will learn the fundamentals of Java programming language.  Topics to be covered include: Program structure, operators, variables, comments, data types, conditional statements, loops, arrays, input/output, and exception handling. Students must demonstrate mastery in writing JAVA scripts using features covered in the identified topics.

Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Certification (1/2 credit)
The MOUS coursework series are based on the Microsoft MOUS Certification program.  Students must demonstrate proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. This course will cover identified core level skills in each of these applications. Upon completion of the course outline, students will take the MOUS certification exam.

ENGLISH
Please Note:  All 1 credit elective courses which qualify as English course requirements are focused on the five goals of the standard English 11 and 12 curricula. Therefore, the qualifying English elective courses require students to read and interpret fiction and informational texts, engage in frequent writing tasks, conduct research to produce a paper or project, and practice effective communication skills. Unless an elective course description states otherwise, a 1 credit English elective course (or a combination of ½ credit English electives) can be used to satisfy the requirements for an English 11 or 12 course. Due to the abbreviated nature of a ¼ credit elective, none of these courses can be applied toward satisfying the English11 and 12 requirements.  All of the courses which do not apply toward fulfilling the English 11 and 12 requirements are marked with an asterisk (*).

African American Literature (1 credit)
Students will focus on reading, writing, and interpreting African-American literature from various periods.  Students will be able to identify themes of African-American culture and relate these themes to the literature and contemporary American culture.

Business Writing (1 credit)*
This 1 credit course does not fulfill the English III or English IV requirement.  Students’ work will focus on effective written and oral communication in the workplace.  Students will learn about and create documents that are found typically in the workplace.

Cinema Literacy (½ credit, 1 credit)
Students will explore the genre of film in order to develop visual literacy and the ability to read film critically.  Students will learn the technical vocabulary related to film and analyze the directors' goals in the portrayal of characters, conflicts, and themes.  Students will become active viewers and engage in multiple writing assignments that encourage analysis of course concepts.

Classic Literature on Film I (1 credit)
Students will explore classic works of literature through the medium of film, compare and analyze the translation of the written text into the visual medium, and read film critically. Students will write reviews in which they critique and analyze author’s purpose, director’s goals, characterization, conflict, theme, and the application of literary devices.  In addition, students will research a particular film or director and prepare a paper, project, or presentation for class.
 
Classic Literature on Film II (1/2 credit)
This course continues the goals of Classic Literature on Film I through the use of different film titles.

Creative Writing (½ credit, 1 credit)
Students will read and analyze examples of short fiction and poetry in order to build a vocabulary for discussing the craft of writing and to become acquainted with masters of the form. Through writing exercises and work on their own compositions, students will hone their skills. This course introduces the basic conventions of fiction and poetry and helps students develop techniques to polish their writing in any genre. Class time will be spent discussing and practicing writing and in workshop.

Drama (1 credit)
Students will read and view plays in order to develop an understanding of the structure and conventions of drama.  A brief history of playwriting will be introduced, and students will learn the components of stagecraft.  In addition, students will write their own play.

English/American Studies (1 credit)
American Studies is an integrated instruction program in American literature and Modern U.S. History.  The course develops the student's understanding of the American character and culture while fostering an understanding of the social, political, and economic institutions of the United States.  This course provides the basic foundation in history and literature that is fundamental to student understanding and appreciation of the evolution of the American character and the uniqueness of the American culture.

Introduction to Classic Gothic Literature (1/4 credit)*
This elective cannot be applied toward satisfying the English III or English IV requirement.  Students will read novels and short stories belonging to the British and American Gothic literature era.  Students will examine the literary devices and the elements that are specific to this period of literature.

Introduction to Journalism (½ credit, 1 credit)
This course will introduce students to the role of the journalist in American society.  Students will develop writing skills by studying and applying rules of form for composing news stories, reviews, features, and editorials.  In addition, students will become critical and active readers of newspapers and periodicals.  Students will learn to adhere to standards of journalistic ethics through their work in the course.

Language of Images (1 credit)*
This 1 credit course does not fulfill the English III or English IV requirement.  Students will develop critical thinking skills as they explore the functions of art and writing, improve oral and written communication; engage in on-going class dialogue through written reflections and in-class critiques.

Literature of Vietnam War (1 credit)
Students read a variety of fiction and non-fiction pieces about the Vietnam War, some from the perspective of the North Vietnamese.  Among the authors are Vietnam War veterans Phillip Caputo and Tim O’Brien.  Requirements of the course include 3 oral presentations/speeches and a research paper, in addition to exams and written responses on the assigned readings.

Mythology (1 credit)
Students will examine a cross-cultural and historical survey of world mythology.  Students will become familiar with the ways different cultures have interpreted the world in which they live and how cultures created their own explanations for phenomena they could not understand.  Myths, fables, and legends from Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas will be examined.  This course will also consider ideas such as the meanings of myth, the purposes and functions of myth; theories of how myths originated; and ways that myths have been analyzed and interpreted.  This course will trace the manner in which some myths have been given expression in literature, visual art and film.  Students will learn to compare and contrast myths and discuss common elements in myths and to interpret the meaning of the myths in the cultural and historical context in which they were written.

Novels to Film (1 credit)
This course is designed for readers who are interested in comparing literary works to their film counterparts.  Students will critique films and literature based on an examination of authors' purposes and directors' goals.  The parallel portrayal of characters, conflicts, and themes will be analyzed.  Students will read texts, view films, discuss ideas, and write throughout this course.  The final trimester will culminate with an independent comparison project based on a study of a literary work and its film counterpart.

School Newspaper Production (1/4 credit)*
This elective cannot be applied toward satisfying the English III or English IV requirement. Students will develop writing skills and knowledge of basic journalistic form through the production of a school newspaper.

Speech Communication (1 credit)
Speech communication encompasses all aspects of communication.  Various speaking situations will be presented, and students will learn to be good speakers and critical listeners.  Interpersonal communication will be accentuated as students prepare presentations. Students will read a variety of speeches, and will engage in a critical study of A Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass.

Study of Science Fiction (1 credit)
Through readings in the genre of science fiction, students will study man in relationship to his future--a future dominated by science and technology.   The many questions studied are the nature of man and his future societies; the treatment of current social problems; the division of peoples; and prescriptions for the new society, the new people, and the new belief systems.

Wesleyan Humanities (1 credit)
Students will interpret and reflect upon six major literary works.  The students will read the books in class, write responses to the literature, attend college level lectures (often with expert professors), and view complementary films works.

World Mythology/Shakespeare and His World (1 credit)
This course will introduce students to selected works of Shakespeare, the Elizabethan Age, and world mythology.  Students will gain an understanding of the role of mythology in a cross-cultural context and how modern literature has evolved from the beginnings of story-telling.

MATH
CAPT Connection-Math (1/4 credit)
To prepare students for the CAPT by providing: a review of math skills, practice using CAPT released items, problem solving strategies and skills, which will be essential for CAPT and students further education.

Math in Music (1/4 credit)
Whether one is speaking about changing pitches in melodies or the intricate rhythms of an Indian or African drum, mathematics is closely linked with music. This course explores:  rations and fractions as they apply to musical tones, lengths and widths of guitar strings and organ pipes, time signatures, divisions of rhythm, the Pythagorean overtone series (harmonics), varying frequencies, constructive and destructive combinations of frequencies, pattern recognition as it relates to “Form” in music (ex: ABA, 145), the decibel scale and spectral plots describing the energy of sound.

MUSIC
Chorus (1/4 credit, 1/2 credit, 1 credit)
This course is open to students who have a desire to sing.  Emphasis will be placed on singing, alone and with others using a varied repertoire of choral music. In addition, musical reading skills and ensemble skills will be developed.  No experience necessary.  Skills that will be emphasized include the following: 1. Tone, intonation technique, musicianship 2. Control sound, melodic and harmonic intonation, rhythm, diction, accuracy, dynamics, phrasing and balance.  

Guitar I (1/2 credit)
Open to all students who own a guitar or bass. Music reading skills not required. Emphasis will be placed on performing a variety of music alone and with others, as well as the development of musical reading skills and ensemble skills.  If a student wishes to enroll but does not own a guitar, a limited number of school instruments are available on a first-come, first-served basis.  

Guitar II (1/2 credit)
Prerequisite: Guitar I
Open to students who have successfully completed Guitar I and would like to continue more advanced study.  Students will learn higher level repertoire and techniques, with greater emphasis on public performance.  

Instrumental Ensemble (1/4 credit, ½ credit, 1 credit)
This course is open to students who wish to play traditional band/orchestra instruments.  Prior experience with your instrument is required.  Focus will be on ensemble skills, reading musical notation, and other musical concepts.  Students must supply instruments and personal instrument supplies (i.e. reeds).    

Keyboard (1/2 credit)
Keyboard class is open to all students who own a portable keyboard (full-size keys only).  Music reading skills not required.  Emphasis will be placed on performing a variety of music alone and with others, as well as the development of musical readiness.  

Music Appreciation (1/4 credit, 1/2 credit)
This is an introductory course for students with little or no previous studies in music.  A major percentage of this course will be devoted to listening actively to music of all types.  The class will also prepare students for further music study.  

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH
Advanced Fitness and Wellness (1/4 credit, 1 credit)
Students will engage in fitness related activities to improve one’s overall health and wellness.  Students will design and implement a personal fitness program designed to strengthen fitness deficits while improving and maintaining one’s physical health and well-being.

Body Sculpting (1/4 credit)
A combination of anaerobic and aerobic workouts for students: including learning the proper technique for lifting weights, TAE BO, Yoga, Pilates and various cardio activities.

Strength and Conditioning (1/4 credit)
Strength and conditioning is designed for those students who want to develop overall body strength and muscular endurance.  The program is designed to strengthen the major muscles of the human body, through lifts such as, bench press, squats, incline bench press. (Course offered only for Grades 11 and 12).

Fun, Food and Fitness (1/2 credit)
This elective course will allow students to develop and refine skills to increase their overall physical fitness, eating habits and food choices through individualized activities.

Lifetime Activities (1 credit)
Students will participate in individual and dual sport activities designed to improve one’s overall physical health and well-being.  Students will partake in a variety of activities designed to improve one’s physical fitness while providing positive opportunities to engage in recreation.

SCIENCE
Astronomy (1 credit)
This course is an introduction to the study of the solar system, the stars, galaxies, nebulae and newly discovered celestial bodies.  This course is designed to raise the level of student awareness of celestial objects, including history, properties, interrelationships, and the impact upon the understanding of the universe.  Laboratory activities are included.

CAPT Connection-Science (1/2 credit)
This course will reinforce, enhance and expand on experimentation concepts, not easily mastered by our incoming freshman students.  After evaluating prior knowledge, students will work on basic experimentation skills, while practicing collection, evaluate while practicing collection and evaluation of data.

Chemistry in the Community (1 credit)
Each unit in this course includes a chemistry related theme related to real life of the student and to the community.  It is designed to provide the student opportunities to develop and use important chemistry concepts and skills needed to understand the chemistry behind some issues and problems that arise in your community.  Laboratory work is an integral part of the course.

Introduction to Optics (1/2 credit)
Optical systems are used almost everywhere today.  From eye glasses to medical instrumentation, from telecommunications to space exploration, optical systems make a difference in our world.  This short course covers the fundamentals needed to understand optics.

Propulsion (1 credit)
This course is designed to apply science and trade knowledge in solving real world problems.  Each semester will study a different aspect of propulsion, as follows:  Trimester 1 - Physics of a car crash; Trimester 2 - Alternative fuels/transportation; and Trimester 3 - Rocketry.

River Health and Fresh Water Ecology (1 credit)
Design and conduct appropriate scientific investigations to answer different questions, identify independent and dependent variables. Assess the reliability of the data that is generated in the investigation. Use mathematical operations to analyze and interpret the data. Articulate conclusions and explanations based on research data.

Science of Communication (1 credit)
The course provides a framework wherein students will examine the progress of man's communications as well as the ultimate goal of the interrelationships of the principles and practices that shape our modern "information age."

SOCIAL STUDIES
American Studies/English (1 credit)
American Studies is an integrated interdisciplinary course in Modern U.S. History and American literature.  This humanities course focuses on the 20th century to the present and is taught cooperatively with Social Studies and English. Using a thematic approach the course develops the student's understanding of the American character and culture while fostering an understanding of the social, political, and economic institutions of the United States.  This course provides the basic foundation in history and literature that is fundamental to student understanding and appreciation of the evolution of the American character and the uniqueness of the American culture. Students will develop historical thinking through active inquiry and research using multiple sources.  Students will analyze multiple perspectives and interpretations and write to inform and persuade the reader.
Three American Wars (1/2 credit, 1/4 credit)
This course is a study of the Revolutionary War, Mexican American War and the Civil War.  The course will focus on the historical, social, political, intellectual, cultural and economic causes and consequences of these wars in early American History.

Civil War History (1 credit)
Students will explore the genre of film in order to develop visual literacy and the ability to read film critically.  Students will learn the technical vocabulary related to film and analyze the directors' goals in the portrayal of characters, conflicts, and themes.  Students will become active viewers and engage in multiple writing assignments that encourage analysis of course concepts.

Connecticut History (1/4 credit, 1 credit)
The course examines the growth and development of Connecticut from Pre-Colonial times to the present.  Students will be able to explain historical, cultural, economic, legal and political development in Connecticut.  Many people believe that Connecticut is different from the rest of traditional New England and that it does not share fully the Yankee traditions, values and institutions associated with New England.  Just how unique is Connecticut?

Holocaust, Genocide, and Human Rights (1/4 credit, 1/2 credit, 1 credit)
This course is an in-depth study of the Holocaust as well as genocide and terrorism in the 20th century to the present.  The course will focus on the historical, social, political, intellectual, cultural and economic causes and consequences of the Holocaust as well as current examples of genocide and terrorism.

Topics in Modern U.S. History (1 credit)
This course focuses on key people, events and technology during specific historical periods in American History such as slavery, freedom and the struggle for empire; revolution and the new nation; expansion and reform; development of the industrial United States, emergence of modern America, contemporary United States.  Students will compare and contrast time periods as well as evaluate foreign and domestic policy decisions.  Students will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of specific events by completing individual projects choosing from a variety of formats.

STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
Academic Access (1/4 credit)
Academic access provides students with two (2) periods per week of structured time to meet with teachers for additional one on one instruction, make-up tests and assignment completion, enrichment activities, peer tutoring and time to use the media center resources. 

Career Building (1/4 credit)
This course is designed to assist students preparing for job entry or presently employed looking to improve their job performance skills including: interpersonal, communication, self-image, and opportunities for career advancement.  Content includes, but is not limited to: personality/self inventories; goals and self-concept inventories; job discovery searches; in-depth job web searches; job preference surveys; elements of job success; and, business English skills. 

SAT Math Test Prep (1 credit)
This course prepares students for the SAT exam and includes a review of basic math skills covered in the exam and test-taking strategies in order for students to familiarize the students with the exam format.  General elective credit will be offered.  Math credit will not be offered for this course offering.

SAT Preparation (1/2 credit)
This course focuses on preparing students for the math, reading and writing portions of the SAT.
Students will learn test-taking reading and critical thinking skills, verbal reasoning, sentence analysis, vocabulary building, identification of errors of grammar, word choice, usage, idiom, improving sentences, and improving paragraph structure. Math preparation focuses on skill building exercises in Arithmetic, Algebra, and Geometry. Students will learn test-taking strategies, practice appropriate exercises and study logical thinking.

SAT Prep-Reading/Writing (1 credit)
This course prepares students for the SAT I exam. The content includes reading skills and critical thinking skills incorporating activities in verbal reasoning, sentence analysis, vocabulary building, identification of errors of grammar, word choice and usage, idiom, improving sentences, and improving paragraph structure.

Seminar by Grade (1 credit)
Seminar is designed to provide students with strategies for successfully meeting the academic, technical and social expectations placed upon high school students at each grade level. We will focus on readiness factors involved at the college and work.

Seminar Series (1/4 credit)
Senior seminar is designed to provide students with strategies for successfully meeting the academic, technical and social expectations placed upon high school students at the senior level. This course will focus on readiness skills in preparing students for successful transition to work or college.

Skills USA-PDP Plan (1/2 credit, 1 credit)
Skills USA's Professional Development Program (PDP) guides students through varied standards-based employability skills activities. PDP includes self-assessments in communications skills, ethics, conflict resolution, government awareness, time management skills, and career research.

Teen Leadership (1/4 credit, 1/2 credit, 1 credit)
The course provides students with the opportunity to explore the diverse personal, interpersonal, cultural, social and financial elements which influence students' abilities to act responsibly, become good citizens in school and in their communities, and learn to lead with vision.  By first coming to understand themselves and the way peer pressure affects them, students will work to build a healthy self-concept and utilize effective conflict resolution strategies.  They will develop self-confidence, a sense of personal responsibility, respect for others and the ability to form and maintain strong personal relationships with peers and adults.  Understanding emotional and principle-based decision making, students will learn to regard sound values, self-motivation and creative thinking in life and work.  More specifically, students will improve their abilities to make a good impression, to communicate effectively on a personal and public level (public speaking), to mediate conflicts (peer mediation), to meet present day money management and family needs; thereby learning to set firm personal and professional goals.

Teen Leadership/Career Development Course (1 credit)
The course delivers the mandatory 11th grade Career Development course in an Advanced Teen Leadership model.  Students will develop the skills and competencies necessary to succeed as employees, entrepreneurs, advanced learners and leaders.  Exploring their professional and personal vision, they will work with the Career Development topics that include communicating effectively, interviewing, portfolio development/presentation, and resume writing.  Within the Advanced Teen Leadership program, students learn to model personal responsibility, speak well in public, meet present day money management needs and exercise sound fiscal judgment; all as a basis for making principle-based personal and professional decisions.  Students will become skilled in making post-secondary advanced education and career decisions.

TRADE/TECHNOLOGY
Technical Drawing/Basic Drafting (1/4 credit)
Students will perform to basic components of instrumental drawing and lettering.  Students will use basic drafting techniques to complete different types of engineering and construction drawings.  Students will read and interpret basic multi view drawings.

WORLD LANGUAGES
French I (1/2 credit, 1 credit)
Students will develop basic speaking proficiency, correct pronunciation, listening comprehension and the ability to read and write idiomatic expressions in French for basic communicative purposes as well as to enhance the skills of their selected trade.  Language skills and cultural knowledge are enhanced by the use of technology - CD-ROMs, Internet, audio and video tapes and slides.

Italian I (1/2 credit)
Students will develop basic speaking proficiency, correct pronunciation, listening comprehension and the ability to read and write idiomatic expressions in Italian for basic communicative purposes as well as to enhance the skills of their selected trade.  Language skills and cultural knowledge are enhanced by the use of technology - CD-ROMs, Internet, audio and video tapes and slides.

Spanish I (1/2 credit, 1 credit)
Spanish 1 will offer students basic communicative skills to develop speaking proficiency, correct pronunciation, listening comprehension, and the ability to read and write idiomatic expressions in the targeted language to enhance the skills of their selected trade. 

Conversational Spanish (1/2 credit, 1 credit)
This course will offer language application as seen from an oral and conversational perspective.  This course will apply the basic skills to the areas of communication, background of cultures, linguistic connections to their own language, and comparisons among cultures and communities.  Students will participate in a range of communicative activities from role-playing to group dialogues using vocabulary in context.  Language skills and cultural knowledge are enhanced by the use of technology, CD-ROMs, Internet, audio and video tapes, and slides.