Kankakee Area Career Center

This course begins at the basics of auto mechanic repair and the maintenance of automotive equipment. The main principle of an automotive mechanic is preventative maintenance. Preventative maintenance is best achieved through proper care and through diagnosis of failure, necessary adjustment, and of course, repair or replacement of required parts. Most mechanics are responsible and have the ability to work on the total vehicle, yet others choose to specialize in such areas as transmission maintenance, brakes, front-end alignment, exhaust systems, drivability, etc. 

KACC’s Automotive Technology program is designed to prepare the student to enter the field of auto service and repair. Much emphasis is placed on helping students learn to work as much as possible as a mechanic, meeting and addressing a variety of new and different problems with each vehicle encountered. All of the various components and systems of the automobile will be covered including the engine and drive train, fuel systems, brake systems, electrical systems, etc.

Dual Credit Opportunities: Following the successful completion of two years in KACC’s Automotive Technology program, students have the potential to earn 3 dual credit hours from Prairie State in AUTO101: Basic Automobile Service & Systems.

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Students enrolled in the CNA Training program at KACC can become a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant). The CNA program at KACC is taught by Registered Nurses (RNs) who are certified to teach the CNA program through the Illinois Department of Public Health. This program prepares students for their continued education at local community colleges and university-level programs in the following healthcare fields: • LPN • RN • Medical Technologist • Radiology • EMT-Basic • Physical Therapy • Respirational Therapy • Occupational therapy • Pre-Med The CNA program at KACC is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health. After successful completion, the student is eligible to take the Illinois CNA test to become certified as a nurse assistant. In the CNA program, students learn basic nursing skills such as vital signs, nutrition, rehabilitation, and personal care of patients. 

  Additional costs: After successful completion of state requirements, students may take a CNA State Certification Test ($75).   A class fee of $120 is due and payable to Kankakee Area Career Center within the first week of school by cash, check, or credit card. The fee covers the cost of Fingerprint Background Check, CPR card, picture ID badge, and program textbook. 

In Theory, Repair, and Building, students will gain a solid foundation of theory on how a computer and other peripherals work. Students will receive instruction and hands-on experience in repairing or replacing faulty mechanical and electronic parts. They will develop communication skills in order to give technical advice on ways to keep equipment in good operating condition. A+ LabSim Test Out online software is also used for simulating PC building and repair (this same software is utilized by most colleges). Students also receive instruction in the area of installing basic networks.

In Networking and the World Wide Web, students will learn how to connect and install multiple computers and peripherals together to create a computer network. Students build, configure, and maintain network servers along with installing and configuring various network operating systems such as Windows Server. Students learn to use troubleshooting services, system monitoring utilities, and data backup and recovery systems. Other topics include learning how to connect various network components such as servers, printers, and computers together using data cabling, hubs, and switches. Students learn to run, terminate, and troubleshoot data cabling. In addition, students learn how to install and upgrade software across the network, as well as map drives and share resources such as printers, software, and files. The course includes setting up and configuring various network services such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VPN, terminal services, e-mail and web services. Students learn how to secure and protect network servers and data as well as setting up and configuring a firewall, intrusion detection system, and encryption software for identifying and preventing potential network attacks. This course is taught in conjunction with CompTIA’s Network+ and Curriculum.

Dual Credit & Industry Certification Opportunities: Successful completion of both years of Computer Technology allows students the potential to earn 7 credit hours at Prairie State for ITNET160 – Computer Repair and ITNET165 – Intro to Networking. After completing this program, the student will have the opportunity to go on to become A+ Certified and PC PRO Certified. 

Students in Construction Technology build and maintain structures ranging from rough scaffolds, concrete forms, and residential electric to homes that require exact finish work. They work with wood, metal, plastic, and concrete. Using both hand and power tools, people in the construction trade erect wood frameworks for buildings, install window frames, apply exterior siding and install moldings, cabinets, doors, heating and cooling systems, plumbing, and hardware finish. Construction Technology education gives the students the opportunity to participate in the different phases of residential construction. This helps the student decide in which trade or craft they would like to serve as an apprentice.

During the training program, students construct houses on-site and will be involved in all phases of construction. The program is design as preapprentice training and will include the following areas of construction: carpentry, masonry, plumbing, heating, roofing, landscaping, painting, decorating and electrical wiring. The student receives both classroom and on-the-job training. 

Industry Certifications: Students may have the opportunity to earn their OSHA 10 certification. This 10-hour training program teaches workplace safety to reduce jobsite hazards. 

The KACC School of Cosmetology provides the training necessary to become a licensed cosmetologist. While earning hours toward licensure, students have the opportunity to acquire the skills needed in order to perform services on customers in a full-service salon, which is open to the public.

The Cosmetology program is under the instruction of professional cosmetologists. KACC’s licensed teaching professionals follow curriculum, rules, and regulations established by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation. This program provides for 1500 hours of training, which is the minimum requirement needed in order to take the State Board Exam for licensing.

Students have the opportunity to use this course as a stepping stone to complete licensure requirements. The program includes two full school years, Saturday hours, thirty days of summer sessions as well as optional Thursday evening hours. The opportunity is there for students to graduate following completion of their second summer session dependent upon attendance. Hours toward completion may only be earned when in attendance at KACC.

During year 1 of Cosmetology, students receive instruction in both theory and practical application in professional development, salon ecology, trichology, design decisions, hairstyling, women’s haircutting, electricity, and sanitation. Students will also be working with salon clients.

During the second year, students will build upon the knowledge and skills attained in year one and continue working both in the classroom and gain hands-on experience with customers in the salon. Students develop skills in the areas of skincare, hair chemistry, natural nail care, artificial nail care, hair color, permanent waving/chemical straightening, and salon business procedures and processes. 

Industry Certifications: Upon successful completion of this program, students will have the opportunity to take the Illinois State Cosmetology License Exam. 

Required Tools and Supplies: Cosmetology kit – these kits meet industry standards and are sold to students at KACC’s cost. 

Additional Costs: • Phase I – First Year: Textbook $125; Kit fee $125 • Phase I – Summer Session: Tuition $350; kit fee $225 • Phase II – Second Year: Kit fee $600 • Phase II – Summer Session: Tuition $350 Please note: Fees must be paid prior to the beginning of each of the 4 sessions listed above. No enrollment fee will be complete, nor hours earned, until all fees are paid. Tuition and kit fees are subject to change at any time based upon vendor fees for the required supplies. 

Students will learn the fundamentals of the design process utilized by architects and engineers and how drafting aids the process. Students will have the opportunity to work independently and engage in team projects and collaborative projects with other programs within the Career Center. 

Students will have learning experiences in both architectural drafting as well as mechanical drafting. Each year of the program, students will be engaged in curriculum, which meets industry standards and college-level coursework. 

Dual Credit and Industry Certification Opportunities: Students who successfully complete the first year of this program may have the opportunity to earn dual credit at Prairie State for CADMD243 – Intro to AutoCAD. Students also have the opportunity to earn their AutoCAD certification, which verifies student proficiency and is the foundation for a potential career as an engineer or architect. 

The Fire/Rescue program is set to follow the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshall’s Division of Personnel Standards Education objectives for entry-level positions in the fire and rescue field. Students learn how to use self-contained breathing apparatus in addition to the safe and proper use of ropes and knots, ladders and hoses. Using a special smoke trailer, students are exposed to simulated fire conditions within a safe environment. They learn how to perform a search and rescue operation, auto extrication and how to safely remove victims of automotive crashes. Second-year students will begin leadership skills training as Company Officers. They will build upon the skills developed in the first year and learn about detection and suppression systems.

This program is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and has been developed in coordination with local hospitals. Some students earn the opportunity to go on an internship gaining that real-world experience in the day-to-day operations of a firehouse. This course follows all the standards of the Illinois State Fire Marshall, Illinois Department of Transportation and the American Heart Association. 

Students who are thinking about this program need to be aware that certain aspects of this program can be physically demanding.

Dual Credit & Industry Certification Opportunities: Following successful completion of this two-year program, students may have an opportunity to earn 6 dual credit hours at Prairie State College for FRESP101: First Responder and FST101: Intro to Fire Science Technology. Students may also earn the following industry certifications: OSHA 10-hour General Industry (Healthcare) certification – Emergency Medical Systems and Highway Safety, Illinois Department of Public Health Emergency Medical Responder License, American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR/AED Certification, and American Heart Association First Aid certification.

Additional costs: • $50 class fee (includes cost of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR/AED and American Heart Association First Aid certification) • KACC Fire & Rescue uniform t-shirt (optional); $15-$20 

The Law Enforcement program provides students with a basic introduction to all facets of law enforcement. Upon completion of the program, students should have a working knowledge of law enforcement procedures and activities that will enhance their skills on the community college and university levels.

Students will be given the opportunity to achieve some proficiency in the following areas: Traffic & Accident Investigation; Vehicle Stops and Approach; Patrol & Arrest Techniques; Telecommunications Skills; Illinois Vehicle Code; Corrections; Drug Laws; Courts & Legal System; Interview Techniques; Search & Seizure/Evidence Procedures/Crime Scene Investigation; Illinois Criminal Code; Fingerprint Techniques; Criminal Investigation; Report Writing; and, Private Security.

Also included in the program will be interview and interrogation techniques, arrest and handcuffing procedures, an annual research paper and student speech project. Student experiences will involve simulations, demonstrations, guest lectures, tours of various law enforcement departments, and a shadowing program developed with the cooperation of the Kankakee County Sheriffs Police as well as other local police departments.

Industry Certifications: • ASP Baton Certification • Handcuffing Certificate • Self-Defense Compliance Holds • Weather Spotter Certification • American Red Cross CPR Certification (optional) • Global Compliance Network » Blood Borne Pathogen Certification » Sexual Harassment in the Workplace » Effective Communication Certificate » AIDS/HIV Awareness Certificate » Workplace Discrimination Certificate Additional costs: American Red Cross CPR Certification – $25 

This college-level program will teach students to identify medical terms by analyzing their components. Emphasis will be placed on defining medical prefixes, root words, suffixes, and abbreviations. The primary focus is on the development of both oral and written skills in the language used to communicate within healthcare professions.

This program also offers a sequence of organized learning experiences and skills to prepare a person to recognize the signs and symptoms of illness and injury to review the approved and appropriate life-support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and will become First Aid certified through the American Heart Association. The course will also include skill development to prepare students for a variety of health-related occupations.

Students may qualify to participate in an internship program at local extended health care facilities if they have successfully earned their Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification.

Dual Credit and Industry Certification Opportunities: Following successful completion of the Medical Terminology course, students may have the opportunity to earn 6 credit hours for HLTH100: Orientation to Health Careers and HLTH105: Medical Terminology and at Prairie State College. Students will also have the opportunity to earn their First Aid Heartsaver Certification through the American Heart Association. Students will learn life-saving techniques necessary for both adults and children. 

Additional Costs: • $10 class fee is due and payable to Kankakee Area Career Center within the first week 74 2019-2020 CMHS COURSE GUIDE of School. The fee covers the cost of the Picture ID badge and First Aide/Heartsaver certification. • Students who qualify for an out-of-school internship may be required to have a Step 2 TB Test and/or drug screen, and must provide their own transportation and proof of insurance 

Welding is one of the most important crafts necessary for the manufacturing and construction of various products such as buildings, ships, aircraft, storage vessels, power plants, and automobiles. Everything from nuclear reactors to the toaster found in your kitchen is made possible by the process of welding. Careers in the field of welding contain a wide range of possibilities; there are certified welders, fitters, inspection and design professionals, welding engineers and those who are involved in study and development of new metals and joining processes. Salary opportunities in the welding field are excellent. You can go as far as your skill sets and knowledge will take you.

During the first year, the Welding program will consist of exercises using the oxy-acetylene, shielded metal arc, gas metal arc and flux cored arc welding processes in the flat, horizontal and vertical positions. Students will also gain experience in the separation of metal using the oxy-fuel and plasma processes. The study of welding symbols, blueprint reading, joint design and metallurgy are also included.

Second year students will learn advanced application in the vertical and overhead positions using the various processes as well as an introduction to pipe welding in the 2F, 2G and 5G positions. All welds will be subject to a guided bend test. 

The Kankakee Area Career Center’s Welding program is a member of the American Welding Society S.E.N.S.E. (Scholars Excelling through National Standards Education) program. The S.E.N.S.E. program establishes standards for the training of entry-level welders.

Dual Credit & Industry Certification Opportunities: Following successful completion of this two-year program, students may have an opportunity to earn 3 dual credit hours at Prairie State College for WELD115: Basic Arc Welding/Oxyfuel Welding. Upon successful completion of the S.E.N.S.E. curriculum, first year students will receive a SENSE Level I Certificate; second year students will receive a Sense Level II Certificate.

Additional costs: SENSE Certification $15