Programs
High School Programs
- Agriculture
- Automotive Collision
- Automotive Technology
- Business
- Child Care & Development
- Construction
- Family & Consumer Science
- Health Science careers
- Information technology & Cybersecurity
- Machine Tooling & Welding
- Work Based Learning
Agriculture
Agriculture Education
Today, less than 2% of people employed in agriculture are farmers and ranchers while the rest are in careers that are explored in the following offered courses:
- Introduction to AgriScience
- AgriScience I
- AgriScience II
- Food Science
- Horticulture
- Introduction to Food Science
- Intro to Vet Science
- Small Animal Care
AgriScience 1 - Offered Even Years
Elective 9-10
1 Credit
AgriScience integrates biological and technological concepts with the basic principles of agriculture. This course encourages the student to realize the importance of agriculture in the sciences. Topics of learning include: biotechnology, career options in AgriScience, leadership development and the FFA, management, and plant physiology and reproduction. Units in welding/carpentry are included. FFA participation is strongly encouraged.
AgriScience 2-Offered Odd Years
Elective 9-10
1 Credit
AgriScience integrates biological and technological concepts with the basic principles of agriculture. This course encourages the student to realize the importance of agriculture in the sciences. Topics of learning include: biotechnology, career options in AgriScience, leadership development and the FFA, management, and plant physiology and reproduction. Units in welding/carpentry are included. FFA participation is strongly encouraged.
Small Animal Care
Elective 9-12
1/2 Credit
This course is designed to provide students with the skills and concepts involved in the care and management of companion animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, fish, and reptiles. Students will learn basic information on breed characteristics, nutritional requirements, health requirements including common species diseases, grooming, handling, training, housing needs, and the retail pet business. The student will be studying animal/human relationships and how animals play a very large role in our lives today. Career and hobby opportunities in small animals are also explored. The current pet situation in our society will be discussed.
Intro to Veterinary Science
Elective 10-12
1/2 Credit
This course is designed to introduce students to the exciting field of veterinary science as it relates to the animal owner/veterinary assistant. This course will cover many facets of veterinary science that deals with the health, behavior, and well-being of animals including animal anatomy, physiology, nutrition, diseases, and common surgical procedures. The student will learn the technical skills and knowledge necessary in caring for animals.
Intro to Food Science
Elective 9-12
1/2 Credit
This semester-long course is designed to introduce students to the food industry in American focusing on the processes of food from harvest to consumer. Topics include the nutrition, composition, preservation, chemistry, environmental concerns, and world needs of our food supply. The focus is on the basic understanding of the industry of food science as it is today in America.
Supervised Ag Exp Program
Elective 9-12
1/4 Credit
This course provides credit for FFA Supervised Agricultural Experience Programs (SAEs) conducted by FFA members. Assessment is in the form of proficiency awards and degrees obtained. The instructor acts as an advisor assisting the student to develop and maintain accurate records and inventory in his/her entrepreneurship/placement SAE.
Intro to Agriculture Science
Elective 9-10
1/2 Credit
This semester-long course is designed to introduce students to the scientific applications in agriculture. Topics include agricultural research and advancements, genetics, genetic engineering, biotechnology, soil science, aquaculture, fiber science, the forestry industry, and cell science. This course will give you a better understanding of how agriculture relates to the sciences.
Cooperative Work Experience
Elective 11-12
1/2 Credit
This course provides students with a regularly scheduled, supervised employment opportunity related to agriculture occupations in order to develop and improve work skills. This course will cover skills needed to find and secure a job including how to write a resume and cover letter, fill out a job application, keys to a successful interview, and what to do once the interview is over.
Horticulture
Elective 9-12
1/2 Credit
This course introduces students to the horticultural industry by providing hands-on-lab activities in a greenhouse. Students will produce greenhouse/nursery plants, maintain plant growth and examine the importance of soils, plant structure and anatomy, plant reproduction and entomology. The course is designed to reinforce and extend student understanding of science by associating basic scientific concepts to the field of horticulture.
Automotive Collision
Automotive Collision Technology
Both Automotive Programs at the CTC are NATEF Certified Training Programs.
- Small Dent Repair
- Welding
- Panel Replacement
- Painting Techniques
- Special Paint Applications
- Estimating
- Glass and Hardware
Auto Collision Technology 1
Elective 11-12
2 Credits
Students will work on repairing damaged automobiles and body parts of automotive vehicles. They will learn to: fix dents, weld and work with panel bonding and plastic materials, use arc plasma cutter, cutting torch and mig wire feed welder. They will file, grind and sand repaired surfaces by using power and hand tools. They will also refinish repaired surfaces by applying primer-surfacer coat and sanding. Students may find work as an auto collision tech or assistant.
Auto Collision Technology 2
Elective 12
2 Credits
Prerequisite: Auto Collision Technology 1
Students will learn to do a complete refinish paint job, identify and apply different types of primers, single-stage topcoats and basecoat/clearcoat finishes. They will identify and remedy different paint problems. Students will learn the installation of different automotive hardware, glass and vinyl decals. Students will study automotive estimating and shop layout. Students are prepared to be an auto collision tech, or assistant. Cooperative Education Experience is available to qualified students. This program is ASE certified in paint and refinishing.
Automotive Technology
Automotive Technology
Both Automotive Programs at the CTC are NATEF Certified Training Programs.
- Engine Repair
- Electrical/Electronic Systems
- Brakes
- Suspension and Steering
- Use of Diagnostic and Testing Equipment
Automotive Technology I #17032 Elective 11-12 2 credits
This course is one half of a two part, two year program designed to prepare a student for entry level employment in the Automotive field or advanced placement in a Technical College Automotive Program. This part of the program is focused on Brake Systems, Transmissions and Drive Trains, Suspension Systems, and Steering Systems and is aligned with those ASE and NDCTE Standards.
Automotive Technology II #17037 Elective 11-12 2 credits
This course is one half of a two part, two year program designed to prepare a student for entry level employment in the Automotive field or advanced placement in a Technical College Automotive Program. This part of the program is focused on Engine Repair, Engine Performance, Electrical and Electronic Systems, and HVAC Systems and is aligned with those ASE and NDCTE Standards.
Foundations of Automotive #17029 Elective 9-10 1/2 credit
This course is designed to prepare students to understand the features, care, cleaning, and basic maintenance of motor vehicles. It instructs students in shop safety procedures, as well as proper care and use of hand tools and equipment found in a typical shop. It also introduces the student to career opportunities in the automotive field.
Business
Why take Business Education or information technology classes?
Business Education courses add new dimensions to learning: hands-on in addition to eyes-on. Many students learn better that way. A business course relates academic subjects to the real world and shows how reading and math can be applied in “real world” situations. Self-confidence, self-awareness, good work habits, problem solving, critical thinking, punctuality, reliability, teamwork, and leadership are learned in Business Education classes. Students will explore career interests and learn applications that will be used for a lifetime.
*Some information provided by
National Business Education Assoc.
BUSINESS/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Why take Business Education or information technology classes? Business Education courses add new dimensions to learning: hands-on in addition to eyes-on. Many students learn better that way. A business course relates academic subjects to the real world and shows how reading and math can be applied in "real world" situations. Self-confidence, self-awareness, good work habits, problem solving, critical thinking, punctuality, reliability, teamwork, and leadership are learned in Business Education classes. Students will explore career interests and learn applications that will be used for a lifetime. Students must take ½ credit in a computer literacy course. Courses that meet this requirement are denoted in the list. *Some information provided by www.nbea.org
WORD PROCESSING - Meets 9–12 Requirement - 1/2 credit
Prerequisite: None.
Are you ready to create professional looking documents for your teachers? You will begin with a foundation of the basics skills needed to prepare an assortment of business documents using Microsoft Word. We will also explore other application software such as PowerPoint. You will select and apply software to common tasks. Students will also learn about internet safety and ethics through the I SAFE program. This course is for students who have not taken Word Processing previously.
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS - Meets 9–12 Requirement - 1/2 credit
Prerequisite: None, Recommended MS or HS Word Processing
This is a practical course that trains students to use a wide range of computer applications programs.
Students will practice using Word, Excel and Publisher. The course will familiarize students with
computers and their applications. Students will apply skills that will be used throughout high school,
college, and future careers.
WEB PAGE & GRAPHIC DESIGN - Meets 9–12 Requirement - 1/2 credit
Prerequisite: None, Recommended Word Processing/Computer applications
Students will plan and design personal web pages using Wordpress and Adobe dream weaver software. Throughout the course, the students will also learn to take digital pictures, edit those images and manipulate them to create various graphic designs using Adobe Photo Shop. Students will learn to incorporate their graphic designs into the web pages they create and maintain. We will also explore various careers that involve web and graphic design. This class is the stepping stone for you being a webmaster in Web Page and Graphic Design 2.
WEB PAGE & GRAPHIC DESIGN 2 - Elective 9–12 - 1/2 credit
Prerequisite: Web Page and Graphic Design
Are you ready to take on the role of WEBMASTER? During this course you apply all of your skills from Web Page and Graphic Design and much more. You will act as the webmaster for assigned pages on the high school web, which will include the design, creation, maintenance and publishing of your pages. You will develop strong communication skills while interviewing and obtaining information from a variety of sources to keep our website up-to-date. Throughout the course, you will also be diving into some advanced features of web design, Photoshop and much more.
PROGRAMMING - Elective 10–12 - 1/2 credit
Prerequisite: Word Processing, Computer Applications or Web Design
Programming is a semester course designed to provide the student with basic programming concepts that can be transferred to other programming languages. Foundational concepts and fundamentals of computer programming are explored and students are provided with opportunities to increase their communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills. Languages used will include HTML, JavaScript, and Visual Basic. This is an upper level class.
ACCOUNTING 1 and 2 - Elective 9–12 - 1 credit
Prerequisite: None, Algebra recommended
A study of topics in financial accounting including: the accounting cycle forms of business organizations, assets, liabilities, owner’s equity, and financial statement preparation and analysis. Students will work with an online automated accounting system and complete a business simulation. This is a vital course for any student who desires to gain a better understanding of how businesses function and maintain accurate records of their operations.
ACCOUNTING 3 and 4 - Elective 10–12 - 1 credit
Prerequisite: Accounting 1 & 2
This course is designed to meet the needs of students interested in entry-level jobs in accounting and/ or business or who are interested in furthering their study in a post secondary school. Students will perform daily activities and end-of-fiscal period work for a departmental merchandising business organized as a corporation. An automated simulation on a corporation and a manufacturing cost for a business simulation will also be included.
PERSONAL FINANCE - Required 11–12 - 1/2 credit
Prerequisite: None
Get ready for the “Real World”! This class will provide you with a strong foundation of personal finance skills to help you become effective citizens. You will learn the responsibilities and realities of acquiring, handling, and spending money and the legal responsibilities that go along with each of these. We will sharpen your ability to manage your own finances and make you aware of some of the inducements and temptations you will face as you choose how to manage your money. Units covered are Financial planning, Budget, Credit, Banking, Investment, Insurance, Careers and living on your own.
MULTIMEDIA I - Meets 9–12 Requirement-1/2 credit
Prerequisite: None, Computer Applications, or Word Processing recommended
Students will utilize multimedia software to create images, logos, backgrounds, and navigation tools
for digital display in multimedia and internet applications. Students will learn the basics of digital and
audio/video editing, how to create digital animations and create basic multimedia applications.
MULTIMEDIA II- Elective -1/2 credit
Prerequisite: Multimedia I, Web Design I
Students will utilize multimedia skills to enhance school and community communications. Students
apply digital and audio/video editing to school wide projects and utilize more sophisticated tools in
graphics design and production. Students must be able to demonstrate a professional attitude and ability
to work independently and in groups.
Child Care & Development
Child Development
Elective 9-10
1/2 Credit
Child Development is the study of how children grow and develop. Students will investigate how children grow – physically, mentally, socially, emotionally, and morally. Students will discover how to help children be healthy, secure, and happy. The child as a member of a family will be a topic, with emphasis placed on the importance of both mothering and fathering roles.
Current social issues affecting children will be addressed. These may include impact of family crises on children, child abuse and neglect, children with special needs, education, and non-family care. Consumer education will be included in topics such as the costs of bearing and raising a child.
Care & Development of the Young Child
Elective 11/12
2 Credits
This course is open to males and females in the 11th and 12th grades. It provides classroom instruction relating to the physical, mental, and social growth and development of the preschool child. A unit on parenting and infant care is also included. Students learn to operate and manage a play school at the Career and Technology Center and get additional experience by assisting in elementary classrooms, local day cares and nursery schools. This is a valuable course for students interested in early childhood education, elementary education, or those planning to be a parent, nanny, or operate or seek employment in a day care center.
Cooperative Learning
Elective 12
1/2-1 Credit
Prerequisite: Care and Development of the Young Child
This is a credit course designed for seniors who have successfully completed Care and Dev of the Young Child. It is designed to give students additional opportunity for skill development in their chosen occupational area. The student will meet with the teacher on a regularly scheduled basis while receiving experience working with children. Training plans and agreements are developed by the teacher and the student focusing on the career development of the student. This can be a paid or unpaid work experience.
Students in Child Development coloring with their feet to grasp the concept of how difficult it is for children to write, color and develop fine motor skills.
Construction
Construction Technology 1
Elective 9-10
1 Credit
This course is designed for the student who would like beginning hands on experience in the construction technology industry. Students will be instructed in basic carpentry skills. This course covers safety, tools, basic plumbing, electrical, and entry level construction skills. This is a valuable life skill course for any student who plans on using carpentry tools to repair, remodel, or construct a building, cabinets, or furniture.
Construction Technology 2 (Carpentry)
Elective 11-12
2 Credits
Carpentry skills geared to the construction and finishing of buildings and structures, as well as precision carpentry are taught. Students will also be instructed in basic plumbing and wiring of house electrical systems. Entry level occupations include: construction worker, house repairman, apprentice mason and roofer.
Construction Technology 3
Elective 12
2 Credits
Prerequisite: Construction Technology 2
Building construction, planning, estimating costs, and advance carpentry skills, including some management training are taught. Entry level occupations include: carpenter apprentice, cabinet maker, apprentice electrician, drywall worker, and painter.
Family & Consumer Science
All Family & Consumer Sciences classes listed below are held at Jamestown High School.
CLOTHING/TEXTILES 1 -Elective 9–12 -1/2 credit
Students in Clothing and Textiles Class will explore such topics as clothing and society, the fashion world, careers in fashion and the textiles industry, color and design, fibers and fabrics, clothing selection – within a budget, care and repair of clothing and textiles in home decor, sewing techniques – both machine and hand stitching and needlework crafts. The students will complete 2 major projects, one of which is constructing a quilt using the various techniques learned in class. The skills learned in this class will be used throughout life when planning, selecting and caring for clothing and other textile items in the home. There will be a cost involved for the project the students complete and take home.
CLOTHING/TEXTILES 2 (Offered when numbers justify) - Elective 10–12 -- 1/2 credit
This course is a continuation of Clothing/Textiles 1. It provides students with knowledge and skills to identify and incorporate design details in textile items for the home or in garments. Students will assess and use commercially produced patterns, and design patterns for use in quilt making. This is a project-oriented class that incorporates all curriculum areas. Sewing lab experiences may include design and construction of one or more projects related to the concepts taught. Students will create a quilt of their own design or approved pattern. There will be a cost involved for materials for the projects the students make and take home.
FAMILY LIVING - Elective 11-12 - ½ credit
Family Living class is designed to help students meet the challenges of shifting life styles and prepare them for future roles. The class looks at past and present customs and family traditions. Through the use of videos, guest speaker presentations, and class discussions, students will look at: dating and peer pressure, decision making and communication skills, marital and family adjustments, family crisis and how to cope, parenting, aging parents, and other current topics related to family living. Students will go through the process/customs involved in becoming engaged, planning for marriage and a wedding – preparing a cost sheet illustrating the actual cost of a wedding. The class is an excellent way to strengthen one’s self, to be more effective in their present families, and in turn be effective parents, should they choose to have families of their own.
INDEPENDENT LIVING - Elective 11–12 - 1/2 credit
Independent Living class is designed to help students become better prepared to live on their own. They will begin by taking a close up view of themselves – their growth and development, personalities, attitudes and decision making skills. The second part of the class deals with skills for life, such as careers, a place to live, clothing selection, maintenance and repair, meeting food needs, and managing time and money. The students will learn basic sewing techniques and complete a sewing project, practice safety and sanitation in the kitchen when preparing food items, and complete a room design project. This is a class that will benefit everyone as they graduate high school and become independent citizens in our society.
NUTRITION & FITNESS - 1 Semester 1/2 credit
Nutrition and Fitness is a joint class with the Physical Education Department. This course looks at current topics in Nutrition, Wellness and Physical Activity.
NUTRITION & FOOD PREP 1 - Elective 9-10 - 1/2 credit
This course is designed to introduce students to the world of Foods and Nutrition and to begin to develop a love of cooking. It will increase their knowledge and skills when working with food. It allows students to discover how the food they eat affects their health. They will investigate and analyze healthy diets and various eating disorders. Students will learn how to plan nutritious and appealing meals. They will prepare foods from each of the food groups as well as teen favorites, including salads, soups, breads, cakes, cookies, appetizers, meats and dairy products. They will also have an opportunity to sample various foods prepared for them as demonstrations by the instructor. They will learn of the importance of safety and sanitation in the kitchen and practice these skills when cooking in the kitchen labs. Students will have a chance to share a food tradition or family favorite food during the two family tradition feast days.
NUTRITION & FOOD PREP 2 - Elective 11–12 - 1/2 credit
Students will have an opportunity to practice many cooking techniques as they prepare a variety of foods from the food groups and various meal courses. Tasting new foods through demonstrations and cooking labs is an important part of the class. Students will spend time investigating food cultures and cuisines of people around the world, preparing many foods from the various countries and enjoying recipes prepared by guest cooks. A highlight of the class is the ethnic taste day and project. Students will also review safety and sanitation in the kitchen as well as the nutrition information necessary for healthy food choices. The skills learned in the class can be used throughout life when planning, selecting and preparing food for themselves and their families.
Health Science careers
Health Science Careers gives you medical fundamentals and allows you to explore a variety of Health Career Services.
- Medical Terminology-Dual Credit Option*Anatomy and Physiology
- Certified Nurse Aide Training
- Nursing Fundamentals
- Disease Prevention
- CPR and First Aid Certification
Intro to Health Careers
Elective 10-12
1 Credit
This program is designed to introduce students to today’s health care community. Students will receive instruction on how the health care system works, current issues and trends, careers in health, and units of study on professional ethics, confidentiality and patient rights. Students will participate in a project-based curriculum through the use of guest speakers and hands-on-activities throughout the year. All students have the opportunity to obtain CPR, First Aid, and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certifications by May of the school year. This program is a one-year program providing students an opportunity to explore a variety of health occupations.
Health Science Careers
Elective 11-12
2 Credits
Health Careers is designed to provide students considering a career in health the opportunity to develop a broader knowledge and insight into the work of the health professionals. Health Careers uses classroom-based instruction, hands-on experience, speakers from the community and field trips to instruct the student. Students will expand their skills and knowledge in specific areas of career interest by being involved in actual on-the-job experiences. The program is designed to give students a better understanding of their career focus and help them in making career decisions.
Cooperative Learning
Elective 11-12
1/2 Credit
Prerequisite: Intro to Health Careers, Medical Terminology or Health Careers
Cooperative learning is open to students who have proved they are responsible, self-motivated, have a positive work attitude. The student will meet with the instructor/coordinator on a regularly scheduled basis. The student will receive employment experience in a health care facility with the purpose of providing occupational training that gives the students a first-hand experience of work in their chosen field. Training plans and agreements are developed by the business training sponsor, teacher, and student focusing on the career development of the student. Students are normally paid according to the cooperative job performed and are released from school during approved training periods.
Special Note: The number of recommended hours of training is 15 per week for 36 weeks (540 hours) per credit. A student must be employed a minimum of 150 hours for 18 weeks, or the equivalent to earn ½ credit. Students are not normally allowed to be employed by a parent or relative.
Medical Terminology
Elective 11-12
1/2 Credit
Medical abbreviations and terminology are used in all health care occupations and faculties. In order to communicate effectively, health care workers must be familiar with common abbreviations and terminology. Medical terminology will interest students who are contemplating entering the health care field as well as students who are consumers of medical services.
Information technology & Cybersecurity
Machine Tooling & Welding
Machine Tool Technology 1
Elective 11-12
2 Credits
Machine Shop will provide the basic metal knowledge and dexterous skills required for a machine operator in the metal working industry. Training is provided on: metal cutting lathes and drill presses, the use of precision lay-out tools, blueprint reading, and shop math.
Machine Tool Technology 2
Elective 12
2 Credits
Prerequisite: Machine Tool Technology 1
Machine Shop 2 is a continuation of developing more advanced machining knowledge and skills for industry. This class teaches advanced training in print reading with the understanding of the Geometric Dimension and Tolerance concept. Study will include basic CNC operation, and programming utilizing programming software. Students must complete several advanced mill projects. Upon completion of the course students will have a very good understanding of safety, precision instruments, math, blueprint reading, and machine operation. This class will qualify a successful student as a machine operator in the work field. Cooperative Education Experience available to qualified students.
Work Based Learning
Adult Education Services
Adult Learning
The Adult Education program provides adults with the means necessary to improve their education through programs developed uniquely for each individual. Services are available to anyone 16 years or older who is not currently enrolled in another academic institution. Services are free of charge for all eligible North Dakota residents. There is a fee for the actual GED tests.
Programs offered:
GED Study and Testing
The GED prep program helps students to identify which subjects within the GED they need to prepare, and which they can test out. From there, the program is individualized and each student finishes based on their own time schedule and skill level. The GED consists of 4 core tests: Science, Social Studies, Mathematical Reasoning, and Reasoning Through the Language Arts (RLA). The Center has a variety of study material including the GED Ready tests, which are half the questions and half the time of the GED, but provide a GED score, text books and workbooks along with 2 online options. Once a student is enrolled in the program, they have access to all materials at no charge.
Civics Education
In order to receive a credential of GED, all students are required to study for and pass the Civics test. Study material is provided and the Civics testing is free.
Career Awareness
Students are assisted to identify which careers they are interested in as well as what is needed to do in order to complete their professional goals.
Refresher Skills
There is a variety of paper material and online resources available to improve educational functioning skills in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
English Language Learners (ELL)
This program is provided for English Language Learners who want to improve their verbal, reading, and writing skills in English. Through study aides, verbal exercises, and real life activities, adults can improve their language skills at their own pace.
Citizenship
This program is offered for immigrants who wish to become US Citizens. Study materials are provided for all aspects of becoming a US Citizen.
Computer
Students utilize North Dakota Citizen Skills for All which has a variety of topics and is provided for free by North Dakota Edu Tech. North Dakota Citizen Skills for All can be accessed by everyone and on any computer.
Financial
Students utilize Smartwithmymoney.nd.gov and is provided by the Bank of North Dakota for free. Smartwithmymoney.nd.gov can be accessed by everyone and on any computer.
Graduation
Region VI ALC holds a graduation ceremony every December and May for those individuals that have completed the GED. Caps and gowns are provided, with the added bonus of the current year’s graduating tassel.
Instructor: Chantal Molina
Valley City – REGION VI Valley City Adult Learning Center Sheyenne Valley Area Career & Technology Center 801 Valley Ave SE Valley City ND 58072 Phone: (701) 845-0256
Instructor: Bryan Miller
Jamestown (Satellite program of Region VI) Jamestown Adult Learning Center James Valley Career & Technical Center 910 12th Ave NE Jamestown ND 58401 Phone: (701) 952-4160
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