CTE Career and Technical Education - Centerville Jr. High School

What is CTE?

Career and Technical Education at Centerville Jr. High provides our students with knowledge and skills in many different content areas. Courses combine the academic knowledge and technical skills that are vital for entry into the careers of the 21st century. In grades 9th through 12th, skills gained are verified through CTE State Skill Certificate tests and/or industry tests in each course.

Many CTE courses in high school also offer concurrent enrollment college credit. Career pathways in CTE also help students to seamlessly transition from high school to college to careers and life.

Students enrolled in Career & Technical Education courses are encouraged to participate in the student organization that relates to their area of career interest. The Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) student organization is offered at Centerville Jr. High. The student organizations offered at Viewmont High School are FBLA, DECA, FCCLA, HOSA, TSA.

WHAT IS CTE?

Centerville Jr. High has Course Offerings in the Following Pathways

Architecture and Construction

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Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

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fcs exploration

This course provides students the opportunity to learn essential life skills. It allows them to develop skills in food and nutrition, childcare and safety, interior design, clothing construction, and personal responsibility.

FOOD AND NUTRITION

This class is designed for students who are interested in understanding the principles of nutrition and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Attention is given to the selection and preparation of food and personal health and well-being. Skills gained will be evaluated by the State of Utah Skills Competency Test

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Arts, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications

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SEWING CONSTRUCTION & TEXTILES 1

This course teaches students basic clothing construction skills to prepare students for the exciting global apparel industry. Students will sew apparel and accessory projects. Skills gained will be evaluated by the State of Utah Skills Competency Test.

Digital Media 1

This course is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge and skills related to the graphic design industry. It is intended to serve as a starting point for several pathways including Digital Media, Graphics and Printing, 3-D Animation and Game Development. This includes instruction and hands-on assignments in the following areas: creative design and layout, typography, color, related software and computer and professional skills. Skills gained will be evaluated by the State of Utah Skills Competency Test.

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Digital Literacy

This course is a foundation to the digital world that provides a broad understanding of key applications, computing fundamentals, and living online. Students will have the opportunities to use technology to develop skills that promote creativity, critical thinking, productivity, and collaboration in the classroom and day-to-day life.

This foundation course will introduce the Microsoft Office Suite, audio editing, online safety, and other important computer basics that everyone needs to have to thrive in our growing digital world. The alignment of these national and international benchmarks ensure that students complete this course as a prerequisite to transition successfully to the 9-12 grade digital studies courses.

BUSINESS OFFICE SPECIALIST

This course builds on skills learned in Digital Literacy. This course applies advanced concepts and principles using Microsoft software which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Students may have the opportunity to obtain a Microsoft Office Specialist industry certificate for each software. The certification is recognized worldwide as the best method for employers to validate computer skill proficiency. Skills gained will be evaluated by the State of Utah Skills Competency Test.

Ninth grade students will not earn the concurrent enrollment credit for this course because the credit is only offered at the high school. This course fulfills Davis School District's half-year (.5) Digital Studies graduation requirement.

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College and Career Awareness (CCA)

COLLEGE AND CAREER AWARENESS (CCA)

College and Career Awareness offers exploration and preparation in college and career pathways focusing on jobs that are high skill and high demand, as well as satisfying and financially rewarding. The College and Career Awareness course is designed to help students identify their interests, abilities, and skills. With appropriate developmental information related to careers, educational pathways, and self-knowledge, students are able to begin to make college and career goals for the future. College and Career Awareness is designed to acquaint students with the Utah labor market and the employment opportunities for which they can prepare by defining a College and Career Ready Plan.

Computer Science and Information Technology

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CREATIVE CODING 1

This course is an introduction to programming. Students learn how to code by working in a real software development environment to design, program and publish mobile apps and games. They will be learning to code by creating real products! Students discover how to make amazing things that can have an impact on their world.

Exploring Computer Science

This course will introduce students to the field of computer science. The course is designed to focus on the ideas of why certain tools or languages might be used to solve particular problems. The goal of Exploring Computer Science is to develop thinking practices of algorithm development, problem solving, and programming within the context of problems that are relevant to the lives of today's students. Students will be introduced to topics such as interface design, limits of computers, and societal and ethical issues. Skills gained will be evaluated by the State of Utah Skills Competency Test.

This course fulfills Davis School District's half-year (.5) Digital Studies graduation requirement.

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Education and Training

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TEACHING AS A PROFESSION 1

Learn more about yourself, how to learn, and how human development influences learning. Explore careers in education including teaching, school counseling, media services, or other education professions. Learn about the past, present and future of education in the United States. Create an electronic portfolio that will continue throughout the Education and Training pathway. Skills gained will be evaluated by the State of Utah Skills Competency Test.

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Engineering and Technology

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY

An introductory course focused on construction technology. Students will gain an understanding of how construction technologies impacts politics, the environment, society, and economy. Students will develop a foundation in essential abilities and attitudes that will in turn expand their occupational opportunities in the world of construction.

EXPLORING TECHNOLOGY

This course is a comprehensive, action-based, course that introduces students to technology and its impact on society. Students will develop problem-solving skills, improve awareness for College & Career Readiness (CCR ), and build understanding of the relationship between science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Emphasis is placed on broad exploration in cooperative activities rather than individual skill development and projects.

Manufacturing

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Manufacturing technology

This introductory course focuses on the world of manufacturing technology. Students will gain an understanding of how manufacturing technologies impact politics, the environment, society, and the economy. Students will develop a foundation in essential abilities and attitudes that will in turn expand their occupational opportunities in the manufacturing world. Skills gained will be evaluated by the State of Utah Skills Competency Test.