Career Readiness, Life Literacies, and Key Skills

The ninth-grade course will provide the foundation for advanced exploration in the areas of flying, aerospace engineering, and unmanned aircraft systems. Students will learn about engineering practices, problem solving, and the innovations and technological developments that have made today’s aviation and aerospace industries possible. Students will also learn about the wide variety of exciting and rewarding careers available to them. The ninth-grade course will inspire students to consider aviation and aerospace careers while laying the foundation for continued study in grades 10 through 12 and beyond.

INTRO TO FLIGHT, AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS, AND PERFORMANCE - CP

Prerequisite: None

5.0 Career Readiness Credits

In the Introduction to Flight course, students pursuing the Pilot and UAS tracks will look closely at the aircraft they may one day operate. Students will begin with an exploration of the types of aircraft in use today before learning how aircraft are made and how they fly. Students will understand how aircraft are categorized, be able to identify their parts, and learn about aircraft construction techniques and materials. They will gain an in-depth understanding of the forces of flight—lift, weight, thrust, and drag—including how to make key calculations. They will then touch on aircraft design, looking at stability, aircraft controls, and maneuvering flight. The course will focus on career skills related to these topics. In the Aircraft Systems and Performance portion of the course, students in the UAS and Pilot tracks will take an in-depth look at the systems that make crewed and uncrewed aircraft work. Beginning with aircraft powerplants and fuel systems, students will learn about the options available and how they affect aircraft design and performance. They will explore other key aircraft systems, including electrical, pitot-static, and vacuum systems. Throughout the course, they will learn about the flight instruments associated with each system and how to identify and troubleshoot common problems. This unit also covers aircraft flight manuals and required aircraft documents. Finally, students will learn about the factors that affect aircraft performance and how to determine critical operating data for aircraft.

THE FLYING ENVIRONMENT AND FLIGHT PLANNING - CP

Prerequisite: Intro to Flight, Aircraft Systems and Performance

5.0 Career Readiness Credits

This is an upper level course that will prepare students to take the Private Pilot's Knowledge Test, which is required to start earning flight hours. The first semester is foundational for both manned and unmanned aviation, and will prepare students to take either of two Federal Aviation Administration tests: the Private Pilot Knowledge Test or the Part 107 Remote Pilot Knowledge Test. In the first semester, students pursuing either pathway will look closely at the flying environment, with eight weeks focusing on weather and its impact on flight, along with weather services and planning flights around weather conditions. The rest of the semester will close out with airport categorization, operations, aeronautical charting, and the national airspace. The second semester will take the Pilot Pathway (manned flight). Students will begin with an in-depth review of sectional aeronautical charts and instruction in the use of a plotter and mechanical flight computer called the E6B allows students to plan a short cross country flight. Students will learn to use performance charts to determine takeoff, climb, range, endurance, descent, and landing performance. Aircraft move and operate in many different environments, and sometimes pilots are subjected to conditions that can affect their health and safety. Students will learn about medical clearance requirements, spacial disorientation, and other conditions that impact aeronautical decision-making, along with strategies to improve it. Students will conduct an in-depth review of the FAA regulations that are most common for private pilots in Parts 91 and 61. Lastly, the year will close out with a final private pilot project to deepen students' understanding of the year's topics.

CONSTRUCTION & INTERIOR DESIGN TECHNOLOGIES - CP

Prerequisite: None

5.0 Career Readiness Credits

This is a comprehensive semester course that analyzes both interior and exterior construction, design, and careers. Understanding global living environments and universal housing systems equips students to be independent and prepares them to run their own household or pursue a career in the trades, architecture or real estate. Coursework includes the history of housing, careers in the industry, housing and technology, the study of blueprint, and the financial management of a home.

ADVANCED WEB DEVELOPMENT - CP

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Web Development

Credits: 2.5

This course examines how to develop professional digital media content for the internet. Students will build on prior HTML and WYSIWYG knowledge while incorporating new applications like Adobe Creative Suite, with which one can create, design, produce, and publish Web pages in a streamlined graphics environment. The industry-standard software suite provides for the efficient creation of graphics and animation on web sites and standalone presentations. This enables students to enhance their Web skills to create dynamic, interactive web pages as well as rich Internet applications and user interfaces.

DESIGN INTERNSHIP - CP

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation; 12th graders only

Credits: 5.0

This internship provides students with hands-on experience in problem-solving, troubleshooting, and managing technology and design projects. Students will work to incorporate technology into the classroom, take the lead on creating design projects, and contribute to creative brainstorming sessions. Interns will explore and create compelling visual design concepts with typography, imagery, logos, and icons for online and offline media. Students will learn how to communicate effectively and provide constructive feedback, maintaining productivity throughout the design

CAD MODELING & MANUFACTURING - CP

Prerequisite: N/A

Credits: 2.5

Computer-aided design (CAD) systems are used by designers and manufacturers in virtually every industry to create engineering design solutions. Students explore the fabrication process from planning and design through creation throughout this class, specifically: drafting, 3D models, 3D prints, and creating 3D renderings. In learning the basics of CAD software: creating points, lines, other geometric forms, isometric drawings, and 3D models, they will learn how to translate initial concepts into functional designs in this hands-on introductory-level course. Foundations of Fabrication & Design introduces students to Engineering, Architecture, and 21st-century manufacturing careers.

ADVANCED CAD MODELING & MANUFACTURING - CP

Prerequisite: Successful completion of CAD Modeling & Manufacturing, Teacher Recommendation

Credits: 2.5

This course builds on the 3-Dimensional CAD skills and design principles learned in the Foundations of Fabrication & Design. Students further examine the fabrication process from planning and design through creation as they engage in longer-format projects. The project-based learning class focuses students on applications for this technology in various global industries, including but not limited to: medical, fashion accessories, construction trades, and consumer products. This class focuses on using drafting, 3-Dimensional CAD modeling, and 3D printing technology to design solutions to real-world problems. Students analyze how architectural, civil, and mechanical drafters or engineers move ideas from inception to production.

VIDEO EDITING - CP

Prerequisite: N/A

Credits: 2.5

This course is designed to foster positive learning experiences while teaching the foundational production and editing techniques of cinematography. The course is designed to involve students in the technological environment of recorded video productions. It is a hands-on course that involves active participation of the students working under time constraints of production deadlines for videos. The course has a project-based approach where students record and edit scenes as part of structured classroom experiences. Students work to build a final video portfolio of these experiences.

ADVANCED VIDEO EDITING - CP

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Video Editing

Credits: 2.5

This course is designed for students to dive more deeply into the world of video editing and manipulation that was touched upon in Introduction to Video Editing. Students will concentrate on using software such as Adobe AfterEffects and Adobe Premiere to bring their ideas to life. Major concepts covered will include green screening, timeframe, and composition manipulation, and combining layer effects. Projects will be rubric-based but will allow for students to be as creative as possible with each assignment.

TV PRODUCTION - CP

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Advanced Video Editing, Teacher Recommendation

Credits: 5

This course allows students the opportunity to examine the history of television, explore how media have evolved, learn how to work a camera, and develop videography and editing skills. Students will work on live shoots and be responsible for managing projects as part of their course work. Students will learn the ins and outs of television broadcasting by putting together shows, developing their production skills, and creating school announcements. Students will learn all aspects of creating a show, including commentating, camera work, script writing, graphics, and the entire production process.

21st CENTURY CAREERS - CP

Prerequisite: N/A

Credits: 5

Problem solving, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity are essential skills to master and navigate the future in the 21st century. In this project-based authentic-learning course, students will build their skills and learn to support their abilities and strategies for college and career readiness. Students will be able to identify what 21st century skills are while completing a series of activities and challenges that aim to enhance their skill sets for success in our global society and workplace.

ENGINEERING-CP

Prerequisite: Geometry

Credits: 2.5

This course is designed to teach students about the fundamental principles of engineering, which will be applied to solve real-world problems. This hands-on course will focus on the basics of engineering. Students will build structures, investigate different materials (toothpicks, straws, balsa wood, etc.), and test out their projects. Students will build and test various structures including buildings, bridges, as well as engage in career exploration, including Mechanical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering.

ADVANCED ENGINEERING-CP

Prerequisite: Engineering; Teacher Recommendation

Credits: 2.5

Students will use their previously learned engineering skills from the introductory course to expand their understanding of real-world problems. They will expand their materials understanding to include various metals and plastics, both pre-formed and designed. This course will have a design element using 3D printers. Students will create, design, and test their projects throughout the scope of the course in a fun and

competitive environment.

TOMORROW'S TEACHERS

Prerequisite: English 10, 3.0 minimum GPA; Must also be approved for Option II Teacher Mentorship

Credits: 5.0

The course offers students valuable insight into the rewards and challenges of being an educator and the critical issues affecting the quality of education in American schools. It also equips these aspiring teachers with awareness about teaching and learning that empowers them to become community leaders and advocates for education. Students will meet with their teacher 2 times per week, the other class periods are devoted to assignments provided by Rider University as well as Teacher Mentorship experiences in grades Preschool through 12.

EXPLORING AVIATION AND AEROSPACE

Prerequisite: None

Credits: 5.0

TOMORROW’S TEACHERS - HONORS

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Graphic Design

Credits: 2.5

Prerequisite: English 11, 3.0 minimum GPA; Must also be approved for Option II Teacher Mentorship
5.0 Career Readiness Credits
The course offers students valuable insight into the rewards and challenges of being an educator and the critical issues affecting the quality of education in American schools. It also equips these aspiring teachers with awareness about teaching and learning that empowers them to become community leaders and advocates for education. Students will meet with their teacher 2 times per week, the other class periods are devoted to assignments provided by Rider University as well as Teacher Mentorship experiences in grades Preschool through 12.

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