CTE

Agriculture & Natural Resources

ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURE [Concentrator Course] OH Info Video

Grades: 10-12

Graduation Requirement: Elective 

A-G: G

Prerequisite: None

Floral Design provides an introduction to artistic and creative perception including aesthetic valuing through a series of projects in various media. Students are also introduced to the elements and principles of visual art design such as line, shape/form, color, balance, and emphasis using a series of floral-based projects to explore the connections, relations, and application to visual arts design. Students will research and study floral trends to understand and develop an appreciation for floral design within historical and cultural influences. This class will also develop your leadership experiences through the FFA Organization.

Ornamental Horticulture is the first class in the Horticulture CTE Pathway.

ADVANCED ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURE [Capstone Course] Adv. OH Info Video

Grades: 10-12

Graduation Requirement: Elective

A-G: G

Prerequisite: BIOLOGY AND SUSTAINABLE AG is recommended, but not required before taking this class

Floral Design provides an introduction to artistic and creative perception including aesthetic valuing through a series of projects in various media. Students are also introduced to the elements and principles of visual art design such as line, shape/form, color, balance, and emphasis using a series of floral-based projects to explore the connections, relations, and application to visual arts design. Students will research and study floral trends to understand and develop an appreciation for floral design within historical and cultural influences. This class will also develop your leadership experiences through the FFA Organization.

Advanced Ornamental Horticulture is the second and final class in the Horticulture CTE Pathway.

AG MECHANICS 1/2 (Introduction to Welding/Metal Working) [Intro & Concentrator Courses] 

Ag Mechanics 1  Info Video Ag. Mechanics 2 Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Elective

A-G: G 

Prerequisite: None

This course is designed to give the students specialized classroom work and experiences in welding. This includes welding and SHOP SAFETY.

Students will be working for 8 weeks on Arc welding and 8 weeks on oxy welding with 2 weeks on fun student projects. Students will also get an AWS certificate in welding safety. These applications and methods lead into any future experiences in the advanced welding classes. As a reminder all students will be required to participate in FFA events.

Ag Mechanics 1 & 2 are the first and second classes in the Ag Mechanics CTE Pathway.

AG MECHANICS 3/4 (Advanced Metal Working) [Capstone Course] Ag Mechanics 3-4 Info Video

Grades: 10-12

Graduation Requirement: Elective or Third Year Math (Not A-G Math)

A-G: G

Prerequisite: Ag Mechanics 2

The course is designed to give the students more advanced, specialized classroom and shop experiences in welding. Proper SHOP SAFETY will be required. Students will cover out of position welding in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Oxygen Acetylene Welding and cutting (OAW),  Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). Students will be introduced to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). Students will develop the proper and safe use of Plasma Arc Cutting (PAC), and advance their skills in Sheet Metal Working.  Basic welding symbols will also be covered. Students will have an opportunity to develop detailed plans and build self-guided welding projects.

Ag Mechanics 3 or 4 is the third and final class in the Ag Mechanics CTE Pathway.

Arts, Media, & Entertainment

2D STUDIO ART 1 -3 [CTE Pathway When All 3 Levels Completed]  Studio Art Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts/VAPA

A-G: F

Prerequisite: None

2D Studio Art is an exploratory course designed to give the beginning art student an understanding of artistic expression through a variety of media. Art 1 may include drawing with pencil, pen and ink, watercolor and tempera painting technique, and color theory. Instruction moves with assigned projects, each accompanied by a teacher demonstration and examples of previous student works. Individual instruction is given in the development of each student’s project.

After completion of introductory course, Students have the opportunity for personalized expression in any area/media explored in 2D Studio Art 2 & 3, with the addition of new instruction in acrylic painting. Students will practice critical thinking with artwork critiques, and hone artistic expression through individual sketchbooks.

2D Studio Art 1 is the first, 2D Studio Art 2 is the second, and 2D Studio Art 3 is the third class in the third and final class in the Studio Art CTE Pathway.

COMMERCIAL CERAMICS [Concentrator Course] Ceramics Info Video

Grades: 10-12

Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts/VAPA

A-G: F

Prerequisite: 2D Studio Art 1 [Intro Course]

This is a studio course providing the beginning art student with an in-depth study of three-dimensional artwork in clay. Instruction moves with assigned projects, each accompanied by a teacher demonstration and examples of previous student works. Individual instruction is given in the development of each student’s project. Ceramic forms will include containers, wall pieces, and sculpture. Other sculpture media may be explored during the course. Careers that use ceramic skills will be explored. This is the second class in the CTE pathway.

2D Studio Art 1 is the first class and Commercial Ceramics is the second class in the Ceramics CTE Pathway.

ADVANCED COMMERCIAL CERAMICS [Capstone Course] Ceramics Info Video

Grades: 10-12

Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts/VAPA

A-G: F

Prerequisite: Commercial Ceramics

This course is designed for students with the basic ceramic skills moving towards advanced individualized creative expression in clay. The focus will be in developing creative thinking, self-evaluation and individual style. The students have the opportunity for personalized expression in clay and mixed media. Emphasis is placed on contemporary ceramic art movement and the Northern California influence and Careers that might use ceramic skills. This is the Capstone or final course in the Ceramics CTE Pathway.

Advanced Commercial Ceramics is the third and final class in the Ceramics CTE Pathway.

COMMERICAL PHOTOGRAPHY [Concentrator Course] Comm Photo Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts/VAPA

A-G: F

Prerequisite: 2D Studio Art 1 [Intro Course]; Helpful to provide own DSLR camera

This course builds on the foundation explored in 2D Studio Art 1 by connecting the commercial application of design principles to photography. Students will create, manipulate, and analyze photographs used to express feelings and communicate ideas. Students will study the historical and cultural development of photography and its impact as a communications tool. Students will become familiar with current industry practices and applications including digital photography and alternative processes. Instruction includes digital camera function, exposure control, technical and creative control, and computer manipulation of images.

At the end of this course, you will:

• Know how to use various features of the camera to have creative control of your photographs.

• Be able to decide what type of lighting to use in a given situation to produce optimum results.

• See how photographic composition can make or break a photograph.

• Understand how to use photo editing software to improve the overall appearance of images.

2D Studio Art 1 is the first class and Commercial Photography is the second class in the Photography CTE Pathway.

ADVANCED COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY [Capstone Course] Comm Photo Info Video

Grades: 10-12

Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts/VAPA

A-G: F

Prerequisite: Commercial Photography with a "C" or better; Helpful to provide own DSLR camera

This course explores advanced photographic principles and concepts introduced in Commercial Photo 1. Students will continue to create, manipulate, and analyze photographs used to express feelings and communicate ideas. Students will further their studies of the historical and cultural development of photography and its impact as a communications tool. Students will deepen their familiarity with current industry practices and applications including digital photography and alternative processes. Instruction includes advanced digital camera function, advanced exposure control, advanced technical and creative control, and advanced computer manipulation of images. The course culminates in a capstone project and portfolio.

Advanced Commercial Photography is the third and final class in the Photography CTE Pathway.

JOURNALISM 1-3 (Hillmen Messenger) [CTE Pathway When All 3 Levels Completed] Journalism Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Technology or Elective

A-G: G

Prerequisite: None

This course explores the legal, moral, and ethical rights and responsibilities of a free and responsible student press. Students will develop the skills the aspiring journalist will need to possess to communicate in the 21st century. All aspects of newspaper writing, reporting, photojournalism, and page production will be covered including in-depth investigation, feature and profile writing, ethics/libel issues, and contemporary design. Skills include information gathering, copy writing/editing, desktop publishing, photography, web design and digital imaging and marketing. Students will also learn how to effectively use social media to report on current events. Students will produce the school newspaper (Hillmen Messenger), and/or manage the online newspaper (hillmenmessenger.com). The majority of students in Journalism 2 are hired as editors. Roles include Editor-in-Chief, features editor, opinions editor, perspectives editor, web editor, design manager and business manager. Students learn the skills necessary to lead manage employees, as well as assigning stories, copy editing, and decision making.

Journalism 1 is the first, Journalism 2 is the second, and Journalism 3 is the third and final class in the Journalism Pathway.

PROFESSIONAL THEATER 1 (Drama) [Intro Course] Drama Program Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts/VAPA

A-G: F

Prerequisite: None

Professional Theater 1 is based on the existing Drama 1 class that has been modified to put greater emphasis on developing industry-standard skills based on the CTE Arts Media Standards for the Performing Arts Pathway (specifically Performing Arts Standards B3.0, B6.0, B7.0, B8.0 and B9.0).  This course would teach students to develop strong foundational professional acting skills by exploring the major theories and techniques of acting, including improvisation, physical expressiveness, voice production, character portrayal, and scene work.

Pro Theater 1 is the first class in the Theater CTE Pathway.

PROFESSIONAL THEATER 2 [Concentrator Course] Drama Program Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts/VAPA

A-G: F

Prerequisite: Pro Theater 1; Audition/Interview Required with Teacher

This course is the concentrator (second course)  in a series of three courses that provide professional theater training in the rehearsal and performance of stage plays and/or musical theater. It is designed for students who have previously taken Professional Theater 1. Students audition with the director for participation in a stage play or musical. This course may include acting, singing, and/or dancing, and requires technical/dress rehearsals and preparation.

Pro Theater 2 is the second class in the Theater CTE Pathway.

PROFESSIONAL THEATER 3 [Capstone Course] Drama Program Info Video

Grades: 10-12

Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts/VAPA 

A-G: F

Prerequisite: Pro Theater 2; Audition/Interview Required with Teacher

This course is the capstone (final course)  in a series of three courses that provide professional theater training in the rehearsal and performance of stage plays and/or musical theater. It is designed for students who have previously taken Professional Theater 1 and 2. Students audition with the director for participation in a stage play or musical. This course may include acting, singing, and/or dancing, and requires technical/dress rehearsals and preparation. The course culminates in a capstone project, which includes performing in a production and completing an acting portfolio (with resume, actor bio, and headshot, as well as a professional audition package).

Pro Theater 3 is the third and final class in the Theater CTE Pathway.

STAGE TECHNOLOGY 1 [Intro Course] Drama Program Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts/VAPA

A-G: F

Prerequisite: None

Stage Technology 1 introduces the techniques and processes involved in stage management, prop construction, lighting, the setup and operation of sound systems, and the operation of projection equipment. The course develops basic construction techniques for stage property and scenery; affords practice in stage crew work, which includes the erection and striking of scenery; and provides an overview of related occupations in theater.

Stage Tech 1 is the first class in the Stage Tech CTE Pathway.

STAGE TECHNOLOGY 2 [Concentrator Course] Drama Program Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts/VAPA

A-G: F

Prerequisite: Stage Tech 1

Stage Technology 2 will further train students in the use and management of the various elements of technical production during a theatrical performance. These elements include the rigging and movement of sets, scenery, and lighting equipment, the use of computerized switching systems for lighting and sound, the management and distribution of stage properties, etc. Students will also be taught to manage the complex support tasks that are involved in a performance.

Stage Tech 2 is the second class in the Stage Tech CTE Pathway.

STAGE TECHNOLOGY 3 [Capstone Course] Drama Program Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Fine Arts/VAPA

A-G: F

Prerequisite: Stage Tech 2

Stage Technology 3 will build on foundation skills in Stage Technology 1 and 2 to include design in a theatrical production. Students will use analytical skills to interpret literary material to create a design concept. Students will be familiar with design elements, drafting techniques, computer software, and modeling skills necessary to prepare designs and models of theatrical sets, lighting plots, and/or sound design. They will also become familiar with the diverse array of production materials and techniques used to augment live theatrical productions. Finally, students will explore apprenticeship, higher education options, career training, and professional placement.

Stage Tech 3 is the third and final class in the Stage Tech CTE Pathway.

INTRO to VIDEO PRODUCTION AND BROADCASTING [Intro Course] Video Production Info Video

Grades: 9

Graduation Requirement: Technology or Fine Arts/VAPA

A-G: F

Prerequisite: None

In Introduction to Video Production and Broadcasting, students develop a working knowledge of both the history and production of film. The course will include two critical written elements involving film reviews and film theory. Class Projects revolve around the filmmaking process, including screenwriting, storyboarding, shooting scripts, cinematography, storytelling, and editing. Students will master planning, pacing and post-production techniques using cloud-based editing software and Adobe Premiere or its equivalent. Most work is contained within the school day, and all projects are group based.

Intro to Video is the first class in the Video Production CTE Pathway.

VIDEO PRODUCTION [Concentrator Course] Video Production Info Video Video DE Spanish Version

AAD 79. INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL FILMMAKING (Also known as COMM 31A)

Units: 3

Hours: 90 (36 lecture, 54 laboratory)

Grades: 9-12 (10-12 if DE credit is Desired)

Graduation Requirement: Technology or Fine Arts/VAPA

A-G: F

Prerequisite: None

Use of digital cameras for producing short form video projects. Introduction to principles, techniques and the terminology of video production and digital filmmaking. Guided classroom exercises and projects, including pre-production planning, video and audio recording techniques, on-location set-ups and studio set-ups, lighting for filmmaking, and basic video editing and output. (CSU)

Dual Enrollment: While enrolled in Video Production at Placer, students have the opportunity to dual enroll in AAD 79. Introduction to Digital Filmmaking at Sierra College. When the course is completed students will have earned 3 college units that are transferable to CSU.

Video Production is the second class in the Video Production CTE Pathway.

ADVANCED VIDEO PRODUCTION [Capstone Course] Video Production Info Video

Grades: 10-12

Graduation Requirement: Technology or Fine Arts/VAPA

A-G: F

Prerequisite: Video Production

This course is based on the course AAD0082 (Intermediate Digital Filmmaking) at Sierra College. This intermediate-level course allows students to build upon the skills and knowledge learned in the Video Production course. Students will learn more advanced levels of video editing (Adobe Premiere), will be introduced to Adobe After Effects, and will learn more advanced filmmaking concepts. Students will use the entire filmmaking process to produce a short film (12 to 20 minutes). The curriculum will focus heavily on Project Management.

Advanced Video is the third and final class in the Video Production CTE Pathway.

YEARBOOK 1-3 (Two Term Class) [CTE Pathway When All 3 Levels Completed] Yearbook Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Technology or Elective

A-G: G

Prerequisite: None 

Be a part of a class that is more like a student-run business than a regular high school course. If you are creative, have great ideas, and enjoy photography, feature writing, or computer design, the yearbook has a spot for you! Be a part of this two-semester elective that produces and markets Placer High’s  “Greatest Book on the Hill”. Students will determine and assign the stories, photos, and artwork as well as make all decisions necessary for a great publication. They create the layout using Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Members of the staff are expected to have a high level of maturity and the ability to work independently at times. This is a wonderful opportunity for members of the staff to exercise their creativity while developing new skills in computer design, photography, marketing, budget management, copywriting, and project management.

Yearbook 1 is the first, Yearbook 2 is the second, and Yearbook 3 is the third and final class in the Yearbook CTE Pathway.

Building & Construction Trades

WOODWORKING 1 [ Intro Course] Wood 1 Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Technology or Elective

A-G: G

Prerequisite: None

This course is an exploratory course into the technical and aesthetic design elements and principles using the medium wood. The purpose of this course is to provide students an opportunity to develop a sound foundation in art and design elements through the woodworking process. The focus will be concentrated upon pattern/repetition, balance/symmetry, shape, color, space, and texture. The technical aspects of the course will include basic drafting instruction and layout as well as safety and machine use. Instruction will include basic rules and guidelines to insure safety, proper operational procedures, names and proper terminology used for each tool, and techniques necessary for quality production.  The goal is to expose the student to each of these areas of study while applying a method or technique through project based learning. (not transferable)

Dual Enrollment: While enrolled in Woodworking 1 at Placer, students have the opportunity to dual enroll in BI 3. Introduction to Construction and CNC Woodworking at Sierra College. When the course is completed students will have earned 3 college units at Sierra College.

Woodworking 1 is the first class in the Woodworking CTE Pathway.

WOODWORKING 2 [Concentrator Course] Wood 2, 3 , 4 Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Technology or Elective

A-G: No

Prerequisite: Instructor/Counselor recommendation or Woodworking 1 with a "C" or better

This course is designed to teach students the basics of construction and woodworking skills required to be successful in the construction and woodworking industries.  The focus will be concentrated on fundamentals of construction/woodworking, safe operation of hand tools, and introduction to construction/woodworking materials, project drawings, environmentally sound design and construction/woodworking techniques. The goal is to expose the student to each of these areas of study while applying a method or technique through project based learning. 

Woodworking 2 is the second class in the Woodworking CTE Pathway.

WOODWORKING 3 [Capstone Course] Wood 2, 3 , 4 Info Video

Grades: 10-12

Graduation Requirement: Technology or Elective or Third Year Math (Not A-G Math)

A-G: No

Prerequisite: Instructor/Counselor recommendation or Woodworking 2 with a "C" or better 

This course is designed to introduce the student to the build environment, students will exposed to building industry: trends, organizations, construction processes, contracting laws, regulations, business aspects and career pathways.  This course will provide instruction and assignments centered on basic home building process i.e.  Property/house selection, permits, site preparation, foundation, framing calculation and characteristics of materials, carpentry, framing, basic electrical wiring, plumbing, measurement systems, and the safe use of hand/ power tools. The goal is to expose the student to each of these areas of study while applying a method or technique through project based learning.

Woodworking 3 or 4 is the third and final class in the Woodworking CTE Pathway.

WOODWORKING 4 [Capstone Course] Wood 2, 3 , 4 Info Video

Grades: 11-12

Graduation Requirement: Technology or Elective

A-G: No

Prerequisite: Woodworking 1, 2, and 3 with a "C" grade or better

This course emphasizes the need for excellence in craftsmanship. This capstone course allows students to design and build projects of their choice.  During the first quarter of the course the students will build four projects, with emphasis on CNC machining, fine joinery, and fine finishing touches. The second part of the class emphasizes an instructor-approved project designed by the student. Projects must meet approval of the instructor and will be deemed appropriate based upon the nature and complexity of the materials required for his or her skills.  Emphasis will be to have student’s challenge themselves to build upon the skills mastered in previous woodworking projects. Students will be provided with appropriate assignments, if they elect not to complete projects of their own choosing in order to earn a grade.

Woodworking 3 or 4 is the third and final class in the Woodworking CTE Pathway.

Business & Finance

ASB LEADERSHIP (BUSINESS LEADERSHIP 2)  [CTE Pathway] Leadership Info Video Flyer Leadership Application Staff Recommendation Form

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Elective

A-G: G

Prerequisite: Self-motivated and willing to work outside of class/school hours; All students are selected by an application process which includes an application and teacher recommendations (all due March 15, 2024); Students who are accepted into the class are obligated by the ASB constitution to follow the guidelines of the class and Code of Conduct.

The Placer High School Leadership Class is responsible for all student activities at Placer including: Dances, Rallies, Community Service Projects, Homecoming, Spirit Week, Placer Palooza as well as the monitoring of all clubs on the PHS campus. The class is responsible for maintaining the culture and climate of Placer High School and its rich history and tradition. Students should be prepared to roll up their sleeves and jump right in to make Placer the best that it can be for all students. This class fulfills the concentrator course requirement in the Business Management CTE Pathway. 

Business Leadership 2 is the first class in the Business Leadership CTE Pathway.

ASB LEADERSHIP (BUSINESS LEADERSHIP 3)  [CTE Pathway] Leadership Info Video Flyer Leadership Application Staff Recommendation Form

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Elective

A-G: G

Prerequisite: ASB Leadership (Business Leadership 2) with a "C" or better; Self-motivated and willing to work outside of class/school hours; All students are selected by an application process which includes an application and teacher recommendations (all due March 15, 2024); Students who are accepted into the class are obligated by the ASB constitution to follow the guidelines of the class and Code of Conduct.

The Placer High School Leadership Class is responsible for all student activities at Placer including: Dances, Rallies, Community Service Projects, Homecoming, Spirit Week, Placer Palooza as well as the monitoring of all clubs on the PHS campus. The class is responsible for maintaining the culture and climate of Placer High School and its rich history and tradition. Students should be prepared to roll up their sleeves and jump right in to make Placer the best that it can be for all students. This class fulfills the capstone course requirement in the Business Management CTE Pathway. 

Business Leadership 3 is the second and final class in the Business Leadership CTE Pathway.

VAULT (BUSINESS LEADERSHIP 2) [CTE Pathway] VAULT Info Video Application Flyer

Grades: 10-12

Graduation Requirement: Elective

A-G: G

Prerequisite:  Self-motivated and willing to work outside of class/school hours; All students are selected by an application process and/or staff recommendation. Application (due March 15, 2024); Students who are accepted into the class are obligated to uphold the pillars of the school. 

The Placer High School VAULT Class is responsible for activities at Placer including: Mental Health Week, Peer Mentors, Kindness Week, birthday recognition, varsity athlete recognition, 2nd grade buddies, and more. Students should be prepared to roll up their sleeves and jump right in to make Placer the best that it can be for all students. This class fulfills the concentrator course requirement in the Business Management CTE Pathway. 

Business Leadership 2 is the first class in the Business Leadership CTE Pathway.

VAULT (BUSINESS LEADERSHIP 3) [CTE Pathway] VAULT Info Video Application Flyer

Grades: 10-12

Graduation Requirement: Elective

A-G: G

Prerequisite: VAULT (Business Leadership 2) with a "C" or better; Self-motivated and willing to work outside of class/school hours; All students are selected by an application process and/or staff recommendation. Application (due March 15, 2024); Students who are accepted into the class are obligated to uphold the pillars of the school. 

The Placer High School VAULT Class is responsible for activities at Placer including: Mental Health Week, Peer Mentors, Kindness Week, birthday recognition, varsity athlete recognition, 2nd grade buddies, and more. Students should be prepared to roll up their sleeves and jump right in to make Placer the best that it can be for all students. This class fulfills the capstone course requirement in the Business Management CTE Pathway. 

Business Leadership 3 is the second and final class in the Business Leadership CTE Pathway.

Information & Communication Technologies

EXPLORING COMPUTER SCIENCE [Concentrator Course] Exploring Computer Science Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Technology or Elective

A-G: G

Prerequisite: None

Explore Computer Science is a course that was developed around a framework of both computer science content and computational practice. Assignments and instruction are contextualized to be socially relevant and meaningful for all students. Units in this course utilize a variety of tools/platforms. Topics include: Human Computer Interaction, Problem Solving, Web Design, Block Programming, Robotics, and Physical Computing (Arduino).

Exploring Computer Science is the first class in the Computer Science CTE Pathway.

HONORS COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES [Capstone Course] Computer Science Principles Info Video

Grades: 10-12

Graduation Requirement: Technology or Elective or Third Year Math (Not A-G Math)

A-G: D

Prerequisite: Exploring Computer Science with a grade of "C" or better

Computer Science Principles offers a multidisciplinary approach to teaching the underlying principles of computation. The course will introduce students to the creative aspects of programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cybersecurity concerns, and computing impacts.  

Computer Science Principles is the second and final class in the Computer Science CTE Pathway.

Product Innovation & Design

TABLETOP GAME DESIGN [Intro Course] Table Top Game Design Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Visual and Performing Arts

A-G: F

Prerequisite: None

This course is an introduction in tabletop game design principles and aesthetics. Students will start by playing and critiquing a variety of card and board games that are examples of successful/award-winning titles in the current industry. Following this, students will brainstorm and pitch game design concepts to each other, responding with constructive feedback to everyone’s ideas. Finally, students will take their game ideas through prototype, playtesting, artistic design, and blind-playtesting phases, before creating final portfolios. The course will also include information on the publishing side of the industry (including selling games through crowd-funding and/or online/brick-and-mortar merchants). 

Tabletop Game Design is the first class in the Tabletop Game Design CTE Pathway.

INTERMEDIATE TABLETOP GAME DESIGN [Concentrator Course] Table Top Game Design Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Visual and Performing Arts

A-G: F

Prerequisite: None

In the intermediate/concentrator course, students will continue the practice of playing and critiquing multiple card and board games in the current industry. Students wil also develop their original game design concepts they outlined in the introductory course. They will play one another's prototype games, providing and responding to constructive feedback. Finally, students will revamp their prototypes, including artistic design and game mechanic phases. This intermediate course will also include further information on the publishing side of the industry (with a focus on crowd-funding and game conventions). 

Tabletop Game Design is the second class in the Tabletop Game Design CTE Pathway.

ADVANCED TABLETOP GAME DESIGN [Capstone Course] Table Top Game Design Info Video

Grades: 9-12

Graduation Requirement: Visual and Performing Arts

A-G: F

Prerequisite: None

Students will have previously designed a game portfolio in the intermediate/concentrator course, and in the advanced/capstone course, they will continue to playtest and develop their design idea(s). Further building on industry concepts introduced in the first two courses, students will take their designs to final prototype status and they will blind playtest their games with members of the public (locally and via online game forums). Finally, students will polish their prototypes and create a business plan, based on research in the tabletop gaming industry. This course will continue to prepare students for a career in the tabletop game design industry, including card games, board games, and/or RPG (role-playing) games. 

Tabletop Game Design is the third and final class in the Tabletop Game Design CTE Pathway.

Transportation

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES [Concentrator Course] Intro to Auto Info Video

Grades: 11-12

Graduation Requirement: Elective

A-G: No

Prerequisite: None

Entry Level instruction focused on engine performance, engine repair, automotive maintenance, electrical systems, transmissions and drivelines, brake and front end service, suspension, emissions and tool safety. Hands-on Involvement in Automotive Services.

Auto Services is the first class in the Auto CTE Pathway.

ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES [Capstone Course] Adv. Auto Info Video

Grades: 11-12

Graduation Requirement: Elective or Third Year Math (Not A-G Math)

A-G: No

Prerequisite: Intro to Automotive Services with "C "or better

Advanced instruction in all A.S.E. (Automotive Service Excellence) areas including:  introduction to on-board computers and testing; smog control testing procedures; and engine overhaul and advanced automotive technologies. Success in this course could lead to the next level of Internship opportunities which may include: auto dealerships, automotive repair or body shops, retail parts businesses, machine shops, brake and front end shops, motorcycle repair shops or specialty shops

Advanced Auto Services is the second and final class in the Auto CTE Pathway.

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES  INTERNSHIP Auto Internship Info Video

Grades: 11-12

Graduation Requirement: Elective

A-G: No

Prerequisite: Advanced Auto with C or better AND Teacher Approval

This is for students who successfully completed Advanced Auto and are looking to further their skill and development in Automotives for personal or professional goals by going out into the community and working at a local automotive industry.  Internship opportunities may include: auto dealerships, automotive repair or body shops, retail parts businesses, machine shops, brake and front end shops, motorcycle repair shops or specialty shops.

This class is not part of the CTE pathway.