Lewis County Career & Tech Center

Certifications

Business, Marketing & Financial Services
Administrative Support

A program that prepares students to perform the duties of an administrative assistant and or secretary. Class includes instruction in business, computer applications, word processing, desktop publishing, data entry, and personal finance/accounting. Upon completion of the course of studies students meet the requirements for taking a KOSSA test (Administrative Support) for CCR certification.

060112 Digital Literacy
070743 Advanced Computer Applications
060142 Word Processing
060122 Accounting & Finance Foundations or 080719 Financial Literacy

Marketing
A program that prepares students to undertake and manage the process of developing consumer audiences and moving products from producers to consumers. Includes instruction for buyer behavior, marketing research, advertising methods, pricing theory, retailing and consumer relations. Upon completion of the course of studies students meet the requirements for taking a KOSSA test (Marketing) for CCR certification.

060112 Digital Literacy
080716 Principles of Marketing
080717 Advanced Marketing/Sports Marketing
080719 Financial Literacy *

Financial Services
A program that prepares students to perform a wide variety of customer services in banks, insurance agencies, savings and loan companies. Course includes instruction in public relations skills, business and computer usages, and job search skills. Upon completion of the course of studies students meet the requirements for taking a KOSSA test (Finance) for CCR certification.

060112 Digital Literacy
070743 Advanced Computer Applications
060122 Accounting & Finance Foundations
   or 080719 Financial Literacy
060311 Financial Services I
  or 060351 Financial Services II

070743 ADVANCED COMPUTER APPLICATIONS:  This course is designed to provide students an advanced-level experience with practical applications through hands-on instruction. Course content will include understanding of various hardware, software, operating systems, care/operations, administrative applications, and employability skills. The software includes advanced business applications using word processing, presentation, spreadsheets, database management, desktop publishing, and electronic communication. Leadership development will be provided through FBLA. Upon completion of this course, a student will be ready to take the core level tests for MOS Certification and/or the Administrative Support Skill Standard Assessment. Suggested Prerequisite: Digital Literacy or Computer Literacy

060112 DIGITAL LITERACY: Students will use a computer and application software including word processing, presentation, database, spreadsheets, internet, and email to prepare elementary documents and reports. The impact of computers on society and ethical issues are presented.

FINANCIAL SERVICES I 060311 BUSINESS EDUCATION OR 080410 MARKETING EDUCATION: This course is designed for 11th and 12th grade students interested in pursuing a career in the financial institution field. It involves operation of a student financial center in cooperation with a sponsoring bank, which provides application of banking and financial procedures and concepts. Leadership development will be provided through FBLA and/or DECA. (This course is cross referenced with Marketing)  SUGGESTED PREREQUISITE: One Business Or Marketing credit and Special Permission of the Instructor 

FINANCIAL SERVICES II 060351 BUSINESS EDUCATION OR 080451 MARKETING EDUCATION: Financial Services II is a continuation of Financial Services I, providing opportunities to enhance students’ employment portfolio. Students continue to learn and practice financial activities associated with the operation of a bank and other finance-related institutions in addition to assuming management and supervisory responsibilities, including training “new employees.” Students will participate in a work-based learning experience Leadership development will be provided through FBLA and/or DECA. (This course is cross referenced with Marketing Education)   SUGGESTED PREREQUISITE: Financial Services I

060142 WORD PROCESSING: This course is designed for students who have already developed proficiency in Exploratory Computers (or its equivalent). The student will spend two to three weeks reviewing the touch system of keying with emphasis on proper technique and developing speed and accuracy. The student will apply techniques for composing, proofreading, editing, word division, capitalization, and punctuation for production of mail able copies of letters, business forms, tables, and reports. In-depth instruction for the generation of desktop publishing documents, spreadsheets, graphics, graphs, charts, and databases through application is a vital part of this course. The student will also research career opportunities in computer-related careers. A computerized workstation with appropriate software is required for each student. Leadership development will be provided through FBLA.   SUGGESTED PREREQUISITE: Computer and Technology Applications

060171 FINANCIAL LITERACY:  This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to manage one’s financial resources effectively for lifetime financial security. Topics include economics, money in the economy, budgeting, credit, consumer rights, investments and retirement planning. Leadership development will be provided through FBLA/DECA. (Senior Math Credit)

080716 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING:  This course provides a basic foundation for further study in marketing. Students study economic functions at work in the marketplace, marketing functions including purchasing, pricing, and distribution functions. This course is based on the business and marketing core that includes communication skills, economics, financial analysis, and promotion. Both marketing and employment skills learned will improve and increase the chance of successful transition into the world.

080717 ADVANCED/SPORTS MARKETING: This course is designed to enhance marketing skills developed in the marketing prerequisite courses and to learn advanced marketing skills in such areas as sports and entertainment, advertising, customer service, supervision, and employee/employer relations for a wide range of marketing careers. This course is based on the business and marketing core that includes communication skills, emotional intelligence, economics, marketing, operations, promotion, marketing-information management and financial analysis.

060122 ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE FOUNDATIONS: This course will provide an introduction to both areas of accounting and finance. Topics will include banking, credit, financial literacy, career exploration, spreadsheet usage, and technical writing. The accounting principles taught in this course are based on a double-entry system and include preparing bank reconciliations, payroll taxes, and financial statements. Detailed career exploration in the various fields of accounting will be available. Technical writing will be provided through IPAC business plan curriculum and exploration of case studies. Leadership development will be provided through FBLA.

Students should work very closely with the Business, Computer, Marketing Departments and Academic Advisors to make sure the necessary classes have been completed to qualify for a CCR Test.

Computer Aided Design
Civil designer cip 15.1301.01

Civil Designers apply technical knowledge and skills to develop working drawing and electronic simulations in support of civil engineers, geological engineers, and related professionals. Includes instruction in basic civil engineering principles, geological and seismographic mapping, machine drafting, computer-aided drafting (CAD), pipe drafting, survey interpretation, and blueprint reading.

480110 Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting
480113 Engineering Graphics
480112 Intermediate Computer Aided Drafting
480127 Industrial Drafting Processes

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING: Students will use a computer graphic workstation in the application of fundamental principles and capabilities of CAD, basic drafting conventions, and operations. An in-depth study of computer aided drafting commands, terminology, command utilization, and skill development will be provided.  

ENGINEERING GRAPHICS: This course includes exploration of lines and planes as they relate to orthographic projection to show the size and shape of objects. Instruction includes application of principles and graphic elements of sectioning to show interior detail; the techniques involved in creating oblique projections, axonometric projections, and perspective drawings; and the dimensioning techniques and symbol usage common to all drafting disciplines.  

INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING: Students will use CAD software to produce advanced two- and three-dimensional object drawings; advanced techniques of drafting, layering, and symbols associated with one or more design applications; calculations of perimeters, areas, and mass associated with the drawings.

INDUSTRIAL DRAFTING PROCESSES: This course explores weldment design, welding symbols, welding processes, and fabrication techniques, tool and die, and jig and fixture drawings. Design specifications, pattern drawings, casting, forming processes, and mechanical drawing principles in relation to the manufacturing industry, and screw-thread design and related fastening concepts as they relate to manufactured items and construction are also included.

Students should work very closely with the Computer Aided Design Department and Academic Advisors to make sure the necessary classes have been completed to qualify for a CCR Exam.

HEALTH SCIENCES
Pre-Nursing

The Health Science program provides the secondary student with orientation, exploration, and preparation into the health care industry.  Courses are sequenced to provide continuous student progress toward achievement of a career goal in the health care industry.  This cluster assists the student in developing essential cognitive, affective, psychomotor and employability skills necessary to continue post-secondary education or employment opportunities.  Upon completion of the course of studies, students may obtain entry level certification as a Medicaid Nurse aide as well as well as meet requirements for taking KOSSA test (Pre-nursing) for CCR certification.

170111 Principles of Health Science
170141 Emergency Procedures
170131 Medical Terminology
170631 Medicaid Nurse Aide
170167 Body Structures and Functions

BODY STRUCTURES AND FUNCTIONS:  Body Structures and Functions (formerly Basic Anatomy and Physiology) is designed to provide knowledge of the structure and function of the human body with an emphasis on normalcy. The interactions of all body systems in maintaining homeostasis will promote an understanding of the basic human needs necessary for health maintenance Academic knowledge from life science core content as it relates to the human body will be included. Laboratory activities should be a part of the course when appropriate.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES: This course will focus on potential emergency situations. It is designed to promote an understanding of standard precautions necessary for personal and professional health maintenance and infection control. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will demonstrate the necessary skills in First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and will be given the opportunity to take the completion examination as outlined by the sponsoring agency.

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY: Medical Terminology is designed to develop a working knowledge of language in all health science major areas. Students acquire word-building skills by learning prefixes, suffixes, roots and abbreviations. Students will learn correct pronunciation, spelling and application rules. By relating terms to body systems, students identify proper use of words in a medical environment. Knowledge of medical terminology enhances the student’s ability to successfully secure employment or pursue advanced education in health care.

MEDICAID NURSE AIDE: An instructional program that prepares individuals to perform routine nursing-related services to patients in hospitals or long-term care facilities, under the training and supervision of an approved registered nurse. State Registry is available upon successful completion of state written and performance examination. Prior to offering this course, the instructor and health science program must be approved for meeting state requirements set by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services.

Students should work very closely with the health science  Departments and Academic Advisors to make sure the necessary classes have been completed to qualify for a CCR Test. 

CARPENTRY
CARPENTER ASSISTANT

A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to lay out, cut, fabricate, erect, install, and repair wooden structures and fixtures, using hand and power tools. Includes instruction in technical mathematics, framing, construction materials and selection, job estimating, blueprint reading, foundations and roughing-in, finish carpentry techniques, and applicable codes and standards.

Complete (2) TWO CREDITS:

460201 Introduction to Construction Technology
460212 Floor and Wall Framing

Choose (2) TWO CREDITS from the following:

460213 Ceiling and Roof Framing
460217 Construction Prints* AND 499930 Industrial Safety*
460214 Site Layout and Foundations
460242 Co-op (Carpentry) OR 460245 Internship (Carpentry)

Note: (*) Indicates half-credit course

RESIDENTIAL CARPENTER ASSISTANT
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to lay out, cut, fabricate, erect, install, and repair wooden structures and fixtures, using hand and power tools. Includes instruction in technical mathematics, framing, construction materials and selection, job estimating, blueprint reading, foundations and roughing-in, finish carpentry techniques, and applicable codes and standards.

Complete (4) TWO CREDITS:

460201 Introduction to Construction Technology
460212 Floor and Wall Framing
460213 Ceiling and Roof Framing
460214 Site Layout and Foundations

CARPENTRY--TRACK
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to lay out, cut, fabricate, erect, install, and repair wooden structures and fixtures, using hand and power tools. Includes instruction in technical mathematics, framing, construction materials and selection, job estimating, blueprint reading, foundations and roughing-in, finish carpentry techniques, and applicable codes and standard.  Each student must pass an End of Program assessment and complete 8 OSHA Safety modules listed on the “Track” website (http://www.laborcabinetetrain.ky.gov/track.html) to be eligible to receive credit and preference in an organization that sponsors a registered apprenticeship program.  Course credit will be considered at the discretion of training provider (grades and attendance can be taken into consideration).

Complete (4) FOUR CREDITS:

460201 Introduction to Construction Technology
460212 Floor and Wall Framing
460213 Ceiling and Roof Framing
460214 Site Layout and Foundations

460213-CEILING AND ROOF FRAMING:  This course cover s roof types and combinations of roof types used in the construction industry. The emphasis of this course is on layout, cutting and installing ceiling joists, rafters, roof sheathing, and roof coverings for both commercial and residential construction.

460212-FLOOR AND WALL FRAMING:  The student will practice floor framing, layout, and construction of floor frames.  Cutting and installing floor and wall framing members according to plans and specifications will also be practiced.

460201-INTRODUCTION TO CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY:  This course is the introduction to the construction carpentry industry. The class will emphasize safe and proper methods of operating hand tools, portable power tools, and stationary power tools in the construction industry.

460214-SITE LAYOUT AND FOUNDATIONS:  Students will prepare materials, calculate the cost for a building site, and layout a site with a transit, locating property lines and corners. Students calculate the amount of concrete needed for footing and foundation walls and construct different types of foundations and forms.

WELDING
WELDER-ENTRY LEVEL

An Entry Level Welder demonstrates the ability to assist lead welders in the fabrication of steel and metal structures. Must be adept at performing basic welding functions and calculating dimensions as well as operating power equipment, grinders and other related tools. Must be proficient in reading and interpreting basic blueprints and following work procedure specifications (WPS).

Complete (3) THREE CREDITS:
480505 Blueprint Reading for Welding OR
499920 Basic Blueprint Reading* AND 480503 Basic Welding A*
480523 Oxy-fuel Systems OR
480501 Cutting Processes
480521 Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

Choose (1) ONE CREDIT from the following:
480522 Gas Metal Arc Welding
480533 GMAW Groove Lab
480528 SMAW Groove Welds with Backing Lab
480535 SMAW Open Groove Lab
480525 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
219901 Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW)
480541 Cooperative Education (Welding) OR 480544 Internship (Welding)

GAS METAL ARC WELDER
Welds together metal components of products, such as pipelines, automobiles, boilers, ships, aircraft, and mobile homes, as specified by layout, blueprints, diagram, work order, welding procedures, or oral instructions, using electric arc-welding equipment (MIG) process. Knowledgeable in properly setting the gas metal arc welding equipment for the product material required.

480505 Blueprint Reading for Welding
480501 Cutting Processes
480522 Gas Metal Arc Welding
219901 Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW)

SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDER
Shielded metal arc welders work primarily with heavy plate steel and pipe welding in the construction industry, including the building construction and pipeline industries. The oil and gas industry also uses shield metal arc welders for both construction and repair of production facilities. They must set up equipment and welds parts, using the shielded metal arc process (SMAW) while being knowledgeable of the required geometry, physical properties of weld shrinkage and welding techniques.

480505 Blueprint Reading for Welding OR
480523 Oxy-fuel Systems
480521 Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

Choose (1) ONE CREDIT from the following:
480528 SMAW Groove Welds with Backing Lab
219901 Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW)

480501 Cutting Processes: Students will obtain a working knowledge of various cutting processes used by the welding industry. Skills will include, but are not limited to, safety, theory of operation, setup and operating techniques, troubleshooting, and making minor equipment repairs, terms and definitions, identification, evaluation, repair and prevention of discontinuities of cut surfaces. Also included are oxy-fuel cutting, plasma arc cutting, exothermic cutting, air carbon arc cutting, shielded metal arc cutting, and mechanical cutting processes.

480522 Gas Metal Arc Welding:  This course covers identification, inspection, and maintenance of GMAW machines; identification, selection and storage of GMAW electrodes; principles of GMAW; and the effects of variables on the GMAW process. Theory and applications of related processes such as FCAW and SAW and metallurgy are also included. Students learn the practical application and manipulative skills of Gas Metal Arc Welding and the proper safety situations needed in this process. Both ferrous and non-ferrous metals will be covered, as well as various joint designs on plate in all positions.

480521  Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW):  Students learn the identification, inspection, and maintenance of SMAW electrodes; principles of SMAW; the effects of variables on the SMAW process to weld plate and pipe; and metallurgy.

480528 SMAW Groove Welds with Backing Lab:  Students will acquire the manipulative skills to do groove welds in all positions with backing. Prerequisites: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) - 480521 or Consent of Instructor

PROJECT LEAD THE WAY
WELDING ENGINEERING

This pathway provides the opportunity to blend Career & Technical Education (CTE) courses with Project Lead the Way (PLTW) courses to help students apply technical skills along with science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) skills to solve real-world problems.  Welding Engineers design and develop metal components for, products for the pipeline, automotive, boiler making, ship building, aircraft and mobile home industry. Welding Engineers must have knowledge of cutting processes and gas metal arc welding procedures for efficient development of these industrial processes.

219901 Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW)
480505 Blueprint Reading for Welding
480501 Cutting Processes
480522 Gas Metal Arc Welding
219902 Principles of Engineering (PLTW)

ENGINEERING
219901 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN:  This course provides instruction and experiences that develop foundational skills in engineering processes. Students gain skills in problem-solving by using a design development process. Models of product solutions are created, analyzed, and communicated using solid modeling computer design software.

219902 PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING: This course promotes a conceptual understanding of the engineering/engineering technology field. Exploring various technology systems and manufacturing processes help students learn how engineers and technicians use math, science and technology in an engineering problem solving process to benefit people. The course also addresses concerns about social and political consequences of technological change.

219903 DIGITAL ELECTRONICS: This is a course in applied logic that encompasses the application of electronic circuits and devices. Students will become knowledgeable of electrical theory and be able to apply mathematical formulas to calculate circuit performance. Computer simulation software is used to design and test digital circuitry prior to the actual construction of circuits and devices.

219906 ENGINEERING DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT (CAPSTONE): This is a capstone course that culminates and applies concepts learned in previous PLTW courses. In this course, students work in teams to research, design, and construct a solution to an open-ended engineering problem. Students are guided by an engineer mentor. They must present progress reports, submit a final written report, and defend their solutions to a panel of outside reviewers at the end of the course.  This course may be 18 or 36 weeks in duration.

For more information concerning classes and certifications contact:
Mr. Jeremy Ruckel, Principal
Lewis County Career & Tech Center
79 Lions Lane, P.O. Box 99, Vanceburg, KY 41179
Phone: 606-796-6106 | Fax: 606-796-9739
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