Students who enroll in the Trade and Industrial Education program will be prepared to enter the work force or further their education in the areas of auto technology, cosmetology, culinary arts, child care, drafting, electricity and electronics.

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The second year of the program consists of a two-hour block everyday.

The third year of the program consists of a three-hour block everyday, stressing hands-on repair in an actual automotive shop setting.

The second year combines theory with service, covering all vehicle systems. The subject matter is arranged so the student first studies fundamental operation and system construction. When the system is fully understood, the student moves to diagnosis, service, and system repair.This course meets for a two-hour block each day.

Prerequisite: Automotive Service Techonology I

The third year consists of hands-on diagnosis and repair in an actual automotive shop setting. Third year students establish their own methods of troubleshooting and develop skills in repairing fuel injection systems, transmissions, and suspension systems. Students are also tested on their automotive knowledge by taking the ASE certification test. This course meets for a three hour block each day.

Prerequisite: Automotive Service Technology II

COMPUTER NETWORKING I      
1 hour/1 unit               8542, 8543           Grades 11-12

Dual Enrollment

This is the first course of a two-year sequence designed to provide students with classroom and laboratory experience in current and emerging networking technology that will empower them to enter employment and/or further education and training in the computer network field. Particular emphasis is given to the use of decision-making and problem-solving techniques in applying science, mathematics and communications to solve networking problems. Computer Networking I and Computer Networking II are dual enrollment courses. Students may receive both high school and college credit for these courses. This is a dual enrollment course through Virginia Highlands Community College.

COMPUTER NETWORKING II  
1hour/1 unit                8544, 8545           Grade 12

Dual Enrollment

This is the second course of a two-year sequence designed to provide students with the knowledge to successfully take and pass the C.N.A. exam. Laboratory assignments deal with the total operation of a LAN. Computer Networking I and Computer Networking II are dual enrollment courses. Students may receive both high school and college credit for these courses.  

Prerequisite: Computer Networking.

This is a dual enrollment through Virginia Highlands Community College.

 VOICE AND DATA CABLING
1hour/1 unit              JDI8533                 Grades 9-12

This course is designed for students interested in the physical aspects of voice and data network cabling ad installation. This course focuses on cabling issues related to data and voice connections. This hands-on lab-oriented course stresses documentation, design, and installation issues, as well as laboratory safety, on-the-job safety, and working effectively in group environments.

COMPUTER REPAIR    
1hour/1 unit                 8622                  Grades 10-12

Computer repair is one of the most sought after entry-level positions in industry. This course covers a broad range of hardware, software, and networking technologies. Students will learn how to construct, troubleshoot, service and repair computer systems. They will also learn how to install and maintain basic local area networks.

COSMETOLOGY I     
1 hour/1 unit                   8527                      Grade 10

COSMETOLOGY II     
 2 hours/2 units               8528                     Grade 11

COSMETOLOGY III       
3 hours/3 units                8529                    Grade 12

CULINARY ARTS I       
1 hour/1 unit                    8521                 Grades 9-12

Students in this course learn the basic requirements for career opportunities in the field of food preparation and service. They learn skills necessary for entry-level employment and continued education. Students will focus on sanitation, recipe usage and safety standards.

CULINARY ARTS II       
2 hour/2 unit                   8522                 Grades 11-12

Students will further their skills in recipe usage, management and development. Sanitation and safety will be covered in more depth. Processing, purchasing, ordering, storage and preparation, learn catering and Banquet preparation will be incorporated into this class. Menu development will be emphasized. Baking skills will be developed. This is a dual enrollment class
Prerequisite:  Culinary Arts I

 HOUSEHOLD MAINTENANCE    
1 hour/1 unit                 8590                 Grades 9-12

In this course, students learn to service a variety of structures, including commercial and industrial buildings, as well as taking care of one’s own home. Topics include basic cleaning, maintenance and repair skills relating to air conditioning, heating, plumbing and electrical systems. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the skills to gain employment in the custodial field.