Health Care Core (HCC)

In this course, the student will learn about different aspects of the medical field. They will focus on the requirements needed by healthcare workers in a variety of health care settings.

The student will:

• Explore the importance of effective communication among healthcare workers and clients.

• Be presented with challenges to develop the sensitivity needed to understand the health care needs of clients. Topics include the impact disease has on individuals; the emotional, spiritual, and social needs of clients; as well as the care needed by different age groups.

• Explore a framework for dealing with diverse clients and staff, such as belief systems, cultural practices, and respect of cultural and gender issues. Use of effective strategies to deal with client and staff diversity is emphasized.

• Explore the rules and standards related to regulatory policies required of health care facilities as well as personal safety standards and requirements to work in healthcare settings.

• Learn the legal issues related to clients and health care workers are critical.

• Explore areas as healthcare laws, client rights and responsibilities, confidentiality, liability, documentation, and regulation are explored.

• Discuss the relationship between ethics and legal issues. Ethical frameworks are provided for discussion of ethical challenges in health care and the difficult decisions that need to be made.

Assessment

Medical Terminology

This course focuses on the recognition and understanding of medical terms after students learn the meaning of word parts. A systems approach based on human anatomy is used.

The student will:

• Learn to interpret and implement common medical abbreviations and symbols used on healthcare forms and in medical records. Correct pronunciation and spelling of terminology is emphasized. Eight to nine body systems are covered with their related medical terminology.

Assessment

Anatomy and Physiology

This course explores the human body and its function. Anatomy and physiology are the building blocks to a successful career in the medical services field. Anatomy will help you identify certain structures within the human body, and physiology will help you understand what these structures, processes, and functions are within the human body.

The student will:

• Learn in depth information about the human body to understand location and function of organs and systems, and learn about processes such as homeostasis that work to keep the human body in balance.

• Learn the following systems: Respiratory, Cardiovascular, Skeletal and Muscular, Immune, Nervous, Reproductive, Urinary, Endocrine and much more.

• Understand a patient’s presentation, anticipate what may be wrong with a patient, and make a decision regarding the care of a patient.

• Gain knowledge of anatomy and physiology is a fundamental portion of the education of any health care provider.

Assessment

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

This is a PSEO class for college credit only. Students will need to meet PSEO guidelines to qualify, and register the Spring semester before the class is offered. This course is designed to teach students the skills and knowledge to become Certified Nursing Assistants, and enter the field of Health Care with clinical experience. Students take this PSEO course at Minneapolis College.

Students will:

• Learn and practice basic caregiving skills with each other and specialized mannequins to prepare for clinicals.

• Take a two-part exam at Minneapolis College to become a Certified Nursing Assistant, upon completion of clinicals.

• Can/will work in the field upon the passing of this test.

Assessments

• Accuplacer or equivalent assessments to qualify for the PSEO course at Minneapolis College. Assessments vary on the college's requirements.

• Certified Nursing Assistants Exam- Students will then be certified as a practicing Nursing Assistant upon completion of the exam.

Welding 1

This course is designed for students who want to learn basic construction welding skills and be introduced to career opportunities within the industry that require employees to have training in welding. The two welding processes covered are Oxyacetylene Welding and Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG) Welding. Topics include: safety, setup of equipment, metal transfer, shielding gases, and welding ferrous and nonferrous metals. Lab experience will provide for skill development in these areas. Students will also complete construction career exploration activities such as tours of construction job sites and trade union apprenticeship facilities.

Assessments

Welding 2

This course is designed for students who want to continue learning basic construction welding skills and be introduced to career opportunities within the construction industry that require employees to have training in welding. The two welding processes covered are: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) or stick and Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG). Topics include: safety, setup of equipment, electrode selection, metal transfer, shielding gases, and welding ferrous and nonferrous metals. Lab experience will provide for skill development in these areas. Students will also complete construction career exploration activities such as tours of construction job sites and trade union apprenticeship facilities.

Assessments

Welding 3

This course is designed for students to expand their construction welding skills and to gain a deeper understanding in their material selection based on the type and purpose of the weld being completed. Students will review and show mastery of the processes of welding 1 and 2. The students will identify the purpose of a weld and the material and utilize one of the three welds they learned in Construction welding 1 and 2 to complete projects.

Assessments

Building Construction Trades 1 & 2

The purpose of this course is twofold. First the course will build an understanding of the construction trades to create skillful and knowledgeable construction consumers. Secondly, this course will prepare students to possibly enter an apprenticeship in one of the building trades of the construction industry.

This course will further develop and build basic skills in the areas of carpentry, tile and others as time permits. Students will be able to identify and demonstrate safe usage of hand and power tools pertinent to each of the trades introduced. Measurement and workplace math calculations will be incorporated. An overview of the construction trades, work expectations and career opportunities will be incorporated.

Assessments

Building Construction Trades 3

Assessment

Computer Aided Drafting and Design

This is an entry-level Computer Aided Drafting and Design course. Students will be introduced to drafting terminology, computers and software used to make drawings and plans, the elements of design and the design process. Students enrolled in this course will have an opportunity to plan, design, and draw sketches, floor plans, elevations, and site plans for a home or structure of their own design. Career opportunities in drafting, architecture, engineering, design and related fields will also be discussed.

Assessment

Small Engines

Small Engine repair includes hands-on lab work, reading assignments, and written classroom exercises. Students in this course will learn principles of engine operation and construction, the difference between 2 and 4-stroke engines, carburetor, complete disassembly and reassembly of small gasoline engines, and mechanical components of an engine. Reading from technical manuals (repair and service manuals) is an essential part of this course as is the ability to measure and perform mathematical calculations related to small engine mechanics.

Assessments

Basic Auto Maintenance 1

Students will develop their automotive maintenance skills through hands-on activities and labs, technical reading, and computer based learning aligned to ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) task list items. This course covers the correct procedures for servicing vehicles, shop safety and use of service manuals and bulletins, automotive tools, the operation of shop equipment; and minor service repairs such as tire inspection, fluid conditions, fluid levels, changing and repairing tires, and how to maintain an automotive maintenance log.

Assessments

Basic Auto Maintenance 2

Students will further develop knowledge gained in Basic Auto Maintenance. Students will increase their automotive maintenance skills through hands-on activities and labs, technical reading, and computer based learning aligned to ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) task list items. The semester will cover engine performance, rear suspension brakes/anti-lock brakes, auto electrical systems, and front end, steering and suspension and alignment.

Assessments

ASE Automotive MLR A/B

The course will follow the NATEF approved curriculum for Auto Maintenance Light Repair (MLR). Students will be instructed and tested using the SP2 safety testing common in the automotive industry. Basic tools, equipment, and shop procedures will be reviewed. Content will include electrical systems and engine performance. Curriculum is in preparation for the post secondary ASE G1 MLR certification. Note: It is intended that this course be combined with MLR-B for a blocked sequence.

The course will follow the NATEF approved curriculum for Auto Maintenance Light Repair (MLR). It is intended that this course be combined with MLR-A for a blocked sequence. Students will focus on steering and suspension systems including wheel alignment. Also covered in this course will be brake systems. Safety and appropriate shop practices will be emphasized. There will be an emphasis on safety related to specific NATEF MLR curriculum areas taught. Curriculum is in preparation for the post secondary ASE G1 MLR certification.

Assessments

ASE Automotive MLR C/D

The course will follow the NATEF approved curriculum for Auto Maintenance Light Repair (MLR). Students will be instructed and tested using the SP2 safety testing common in the automotive industry. Basic tools, equipment, and shop procedures will be reviewed. Automatic transmissions, manual transmission and drive train instruction will follow industry standards. Curriculum is in preparation for the post secondary ASE G1 MLR certification. Note: It is intended that this course be combined with MLR-D for a blocked sequence.

The course will follow the NATEF approved curriculum for Auto Maintenance Light Repair (MLR). It is intended that this course be combined with MLR-C for a blocked sequence. Students will focus on engine repair, heating and air-conditioning systems including safe handling and recycling of refrigerants following EPA guidelines. Engine repair will include diagnosis, maintenance, and operation. There will be an emphasis on safety related to specific NATEF MLR curriculum areas taught. Curriculum is in preparation for the post secondary ASE G1 MLR certification.

Assessment

Upon completion of all components students will have certification.

Collision

The course will follow the NATEF approved curriculum for Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair. This course is intended to provide the knowledge and working skills to be able to perform repairs, removal, replacement, and adjustment of interior and exterior panels and moveable glass. Welding and plastic repair procedures are also learned during this course. The goal of this course is designed to provide the necessary knowledge and working skills leading to completing the ASE task list in Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair.

Assessment

ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE

SPANISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE

Prerequisite: English 10 for IB English Language and Literature, Spanish Immersion 10 for IB Spanish Language and Literature

Description

Language & Literature comprises the study of a range of texts and text-types, literary and otherwise, in various media. It involves the close study of language itself as well as the ways whereby it defines culture and identity, and is defined by them. Diverse approaches will be taken: literary theory, sociolinguistics, media studies and the analysis of critical discourse, to name a few.

-2-year course fulfills 2 Language Arts graduation credits

-2-year course offered at both Standard and Higher Level (SL and HL)

Assessments

Internal Assessment

• Individual oral SL and HL : Referring to extracts from one literary and one non-literary work, explore the global issue of your choice.

External assessments

• Paper 1 Guided analysis. SL writes about one non-literary text; HL writes about 2 texts.

• Paper 2 Comparative essay SL & HL Respond to one question chosen from 4 topics, based on two of the works studied in class.

• Higher Level Essay (HL only) 1200-1500 words based on a collection of texts, or one literary work. This is completed outside exam time and submitted to the IB for scoring.

Differences Between Taking the Course at Standard or Higher Level

• HL is required to read more texts in the various parts of the course

• SL writes Paper 1 on one text; HL must write on two texts

• HL has an additional required essay based on a collection of texts/literary works read in class

• The exams are weighted differently for HL and SL for an overall IB course score

HISTORY OF THE AMERICAS

Prerequisite: Completion of 9th and 10th grade Social Studies classes

Description:

History of the Americas is grounded in inquiry-based learning. Students will be asked to engage with many perspectives and opinions. While studying the past, students will develop a deeper understanding of the nature of humans and the world today, specifically in North and South America.

• 2-year Higher Level course (not offered at Standard Level)

• Year 1 fulfills the world history graduation credit requirement

• Year 2 fulfills government and economics graduation credit requirements

Assessments

Internally graded:

Historical investigation (essay - student topic choice 2,200 words)

Externally graded:

Paper 1 (written response to prompt), Paper 2 (essay exam), Paper 3 (essay exam)

MATHEMATICAL ANALYSIS & APPROACHES

Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra

Description:

This course caters for students who wish to develop mathematical concepts. The material covered is more geared to those who enjoy Mathematics and wish to pursue the subject in more theoretical context. The majority of these students will expect to need a sound mathematical background as they prepare for future studies in subjects which might have a more mathematical nature. The course will include the following required topics over two years: Numbers & algebra, functions, geometry & trigonometry, statistics & probability, calculus.

• 2-year course offered at Standard Level

• Year 1 fulfills a math graduation credit

• Year 2 can serve as a math or elective credit

Assessments

External Assessments

Paper 1 Short & extended-response questions w/o calculator

Paper 2: Short and extended-response questions w/calculator.

Internal Assessment:

Mathematical Investigation: Written work investigating an area of mathematics.

MATHEMATICAL APPLICATION & INTERPRETATION

Prerequisite: Advanced Algebra

Description:

The emphasis in this course is on applying math to the real world. It is designed for students with varied math backgrounds & abilities. This course would be appropriate for students interested in careers in the social sciences, humanities, languages or arts. Required topics: number and algebra; descriptive statistics; logic, sets and probability; statistical applications; geometry and trigonometry; mathematical models; introduction to differential calculus.

• 1 year Standard Level course

• Fulfills a math or elective graduation credit

Assessments

External Assessments:

Paper 1: Short-response questions w/calculator.

Paper 2: Extended-response questions w/calculator.

Internal Assessment:

Mathematical Investigation: Written work investigating an area of mathematics. Written in school and sent to the IB to be scored.