AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY I year 11-12 College
This vocational course sequence is designed for those who have had little or no experience in auto-mechanics. It is offered off-campus, for two periods per day. The four-course sequence includes Introduction to Automotive Technology (AUT 100), Engine Analysis/Tune-Up (AUT 102), Suspension, Steering and Alignment (AUT 103), and Brake Systems (AUT 110). Students will become familiar with safety in the shop and learn how to use various equipment and tools. Students will learn how to properly handle chemicals found in the shop. Strict adherence to safety rules and procedures will be emphasized. Coursework is transferable to CSUs for credit.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY II year 12 College
This vocational course sequence expands upon the skills developed in the first year of automotive technology coursework. It is offered off-campus, for two periods per day. The three-course sequence includes Basic Technician Skills (AUT 101), Automotive Electrical Systems (AUT 111), and Engine Diagnosis/Overhaul (AUT 200). Students completing their second year of the course sequence will be awarded an Automotive Technology Certificate of Achievement. Coursework is transferable to CSUs for credit.
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
Building Construction A year 10-12 College
This vocational course pathway covers the area of building construction technology, with an emphasis on introducing students to the building trades. It is offered off-campus, for two periods per day. There are four courses in this sequence: BCT 100 (Intro to Building Trades), BCT 110 (Blueprint Reading), BCT 101 (Rough Carpentry), and BCT 205 (Forklift Operation). Students completing this sequence will be awarded with a Certificate of Career Preparation, and receive credit towards an A.S. in Building Construction Technology. Coursework is transferable to CSUs for credit.
Building Construction B year 10-12 College
This vocational course pathway covers the area of building construction technology, with an emphasis on carpentry. It is offered off-campus, for two periods per day. There are four courses in this sequence: BCT 200 (Cabinetry I), BCT 201 (Cabinetry II), BCT 202 (Finish Cabinetry), and BCT 210 (Interior Trim). Students completing this sequence will be awarded with a Certificate of Career Preparation, and receive credit towards an A.S. in Building Construction Technology. Coursework is transferable to CSUs for credit.
Building Construction C year 10-12 College
This vocational course pathway covers the area of building construction technology, covering a wide area of subjects related to building construction. It is offered off-campus, for two periods per day. There are four courses in this sequence: BCT 112 (Basic Electricity), BCT 102 (Advanced Framing), BCT 113 (Basic Plumbing), and BCT 212 (Masonry). Students completing this sequence will be awarded with a Certificate of Career Preparation, and receive credit towards an A.S. in Building Construction Technology. Coursework is transferable to CSUs for credit.
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
3D Computer Animation year 10-12 College
This vocational course sequence covers various computer animation and graphic design techniques and topics. It is offered off-campus, for two periods per day. The four-course sequence includes Introduction to 3D Computer Animation (CIS 130), Animation Principles and Production I & II (CIS 131 and CIS 132), and Advanced 3D Computer Animation (CIS 133). Students completing this course sequence will be awarded with a Certificate of Career Preparation. Coursework is transferable to CSUs for credit.
Graphic Design & Web Design year 10-12 College
This vocational course sequence covers the basics of web design and the use of design software for desktop publishing. It is offered off-campus, for two periods per day. The four-course sequence includes Web Page Design Using HTML (CIS 123), Web Page Design Tools (CIS 124), Desktop Publishing (CIS 260), and Adobe Photoshop (CIS 265). Students completing this course sequence will be awarded with a Certificate of Career Preparation. Coursework is transferable to CSUs for credit.
3D Printing & Rapid Prototyping year 11-12 College
This vocational course sequence covers the design, modeling, prototyping, and production of 3D printed objects. It is offered off-campus, for two periods per day. The four-course sequence includes Introduction to 3-D Printing, Setup, & Rapid Prototype Design (CIS 201), 3-D Printing: Basic Model Making (CIS 202), 3-D Printing, Basic Model Finishing (CIS 203), and 3D Rapid Model Making & Prototype Development (CIS 204). Students completing this course sequence will be awarded with a Certificate of Career Preparation. Coursework is transferable to CSUs for credit. Preference is given for students who have completed one or more years of college coursework.
WELDING
WELDING FUNDAMENTALS year 10-12 College
This vocational course sequence is offered by Palo Verde College at an off-campus location, for two periods per day. During the first semester students will learn the theory and practices of acetylene welding in all positions, brazing, cutting and hard surfacing. During the second semester, students will learn basic theories and studies of arc welding practices in all positions, brazing, cutting and hard surfacing. The four-course sequence includes Oxyacetylene Gas Welding (WEL 100), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (WEL 101), Basic Gas Metal Arc Welding (WEL 102), and Basic Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (WEL 103). Coursework is transferable to CSUs for credit.
WELDING APPLICATIONS year 11-12 College
This vocational course sequence is offered by Palo Verde College at an off-campus location, for two periods per day. Students will be taught advanced welding processes, theories, techniques and safety: MIG and TIG welding and methods of cutting by free hand and by machine. The four-course sequence includes Advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding (WEL 200), Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (WEL 201), Advanced Oxyacetylene Gas Welding (WEL 202), and Consolidated Welding (WEL 203). Completion of both Welding Fundamentals and Welding Applications awards a Welding Technology Certificate of Achievement. Coursework is transferable to CSUs for credit.
INDUSTRIAL STEEL WELDING year 11-12 College
This advanced vocational course sequence is offered by Palo Verde College at an off-campus location, for two periods per day. Students will work towards the completion of an advanced certificate based upon completion of Industrial Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW) Welding I and II (WEL 250 and 252) and Industrial Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) Welding I and II (WEL 251 and 253). Coursework is transferable to CSUs for credit.