Architecture, Engineering
& Manufacturing

Drafting is a graphic language used by industry to communicate ideas and plans from the design/create state through production. Drafters plan, prepare and interpret drawings and sketches. Materials, equipment and tools common to the Engineering, Architectural, and Graphic Design careers are used to teach skills.

Manufacturing is the process of taking a product from conception to marketing. Students are introduced to the design world by learning a 3D Cad system which will allow them to create drawings of the parts they will build. They will learn to use the machines in the manufacturing plants and processes needed to create the product. Emphasis through out the program will be on safety while in a shop environment.

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Architecture, Engineering
& Manufacturing Syllabus

Curriculum Outline:
Knowledge and Skill Statements

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MITES (Michigan Industrial and Technology Education Society) Student Organization

Automotive Technology

Interested in a fast paced, challenging career working on highly sophisticated computer controlled vehicles?  The automotive service technology program offers nationally accredited (NATEF/ASE) training.  Individualized instructional plans allow opportunities for students to experience many of the specific areas of certification:  brakes and system repair, suspension and alignment, electrical diagnosis and repair, engine operation and repair, drive trains and manual transmission,  engine performance as well as heating and air conditioning systems.  Training involves classroom instruction as well as hands on experience with our live production service floor.  Students will have the option of attaining state or national mechanic certification as well as competing for various scholarships through our very active youth club.

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Automotive Technology Syllabus

Curriculum Outline:
Knowledge and Skill Statements
 

Delta College Skill Day Student Organization

MITES (Michigan Industrial and Technology Education Society) Student Organization

SkillsUSA-VICA Student Organization

Construction/Building Technology

This program trains individuals in the skills needed for residential construction. Areas of study include framing and finish carpentry, roofing, siding, drywall, cabinetmaking and trim.  Residential plumbing focuses on installation of supplies, drain, waste and vent systems and fixture installation.  Student training in masonry includes brick and block laying with emphasis on trowel techniques, layout, patterns and bonds typical of residential building construction.  Residential wiring includes code requirements, circuit design and installation of fixtures.  Advanced electricity includes basic electronics, electric motors, magnetic starters, logic circuits and programmable logic controllers.  Students in the Construction/Building Technology program completely construct a three-bedroom home on-site at the Huron Area Technical Center each year.

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Construction/Building Technology Syllabus

Curriculum Outline:
Knowledge and Skill Statements - Construction/Building Technology

Electrical Technology Syllabus

Curriculum Alignment:  English Language Arts

Curriculum Outline:
Knowledge and Skill Statements - Electrical Technology

MITES (Michigan Industrial and Technology Education Society) Student Organization

SkillsUSA-VICA Student Organization

Cosmetology

The State Board of Cosmetology governs the Cosmetology Program.  This is a 1500-hour program offered to eleventh and twelfth grade students.  Adult students return for a seven-hour day to finish the program, which usually is completed during the fifth semester. The program includes hair shaping, scalp treatments, styling, coloring and texturizing of hair.  Students will be trained in facials, hair removal, hygiene, patron protection, customer relations, sales, and salon management.  VISIONS, a full service salon, is managed by the students and is open to the public.  The curriculum is based on the requirements from the State Board of Cosmetology.  Therefore, students are prepared to pass the State Board Test and earn the State Board of Cosmetology License.  Once licensed, the student will have the opportunity to work in a salon or continue their education.

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Cosmetology Syllabus

Curriculum Alignment:  English Language Arts

Curriculum Outline:
Knowledge and Skill Statements
 

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SkillsUSA-VICA Student Organization

Early Childhood Professions

Early Childhood Professions is an instructional program that focuses on childhood growth and development while preparing students for careers in early childhood education.  The program operates Kid's World Preschool in which the students work directly with children ages three to five years old in a laboratory setting.  Students learn age appropriate activities and behaviors for preschool age children. The students will have the opportunity to explore career choices through work experience at local schools and daycare centers. Students will have the choice to explore infancy through school age programs.  The students will be certified in C.P.R. and first aid and will have the opportunity to receive articulated credits from local colleges and universities.

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Early Childhood Professions Syllabus

Curriculum Alignment:  English Language Arts

Curriculum Outline:
Knowledge and Skill Statements
 

Health Sciences

The Allied Health Technologies program provides opportunities for students to experience and perfect skills required of today's health care industry.  Students learn human structure and function; communication skills; medical terminology; infection control and the skills needed to measure vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure.  Students will be certified in First Aid and Basic Life Support, experience approximately 16 days of non-paid work experience, receive one science credit, and enroll in college courses.  Second year students mentor an actual health care facility approximately three days per week for seven months.  The job opportunities for health care providers exceed the supply in most areas of the United States.

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Health Sciences Syllabus

Curriculum Alignment:  English Language Arts

Curriculum Outline:
Knowledge and Skill Statements

HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) State Competition

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Hospitality/Food Service

The demand for hospitality/food service workers at every level is high.  The Hospitality/Food Service curriculum concentrates on skills from entry level to management.  They include:  table service, cash handling, customer relations, baking, quantity food preparation, short order cookery, sanitation, culinary arts, garde-manger and management.  Students operate The Snack Shop and a banquet facility at the Technical Center, as well as a restaurant, the Main Street Cafe'.  The Hospitality component explores the lodging, travel and tourism industries and offers job specific training in each area.  Upon graduation, students are ready for continuing career education or entry-level employment.

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Hospitality/Food Service Syllabus

Curriculum Outline:
Knowledge and Skill Statements

SkillsUSA-VICA Student Organization

Information Management Systems

Business services are one of the fastest growing occupational areas in our economy.  Successful businesses rely on office and computer professionals for smooth operation.  The Information Management Systems program provides students with skills that will be necessary to be successful in today’s information-based economy.  Information Management Systems students learn basic office skills including preparation of documents using computers and other modern office equipment, filing, telephone usage and mail handling.  Training includes internet usage, computer support, computer operating systems and computer applications including word processing, managing databases, preparing spreadsheets, web page design and desktop publishing.  Students develop the personal characteristics that employers seek in job candidates and participate in on the job training in an actual business office. IMS training can lead to such jobs as office assistant, information processing specialist, medical and legal office specialists, computer specialist, and graphic and web page design careers.  Students have the option of being involved in Business Professionals of America and competing at Delta College Business Division Skill Day competition as well as participating in community service projects and becoming Microsoft Office Specialist certified.

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Information Management System Syllabus

Curriculum Outline:
Knowledge and Skill Statements

Earn College Credits through Articulation Agreement

BPA (Business Professionals of America) Student Organization

Delta College Skill Day Student Organization

Marketing

Do you like people?  Can you persuade some to do things?  Perhaps you need to consider "marketing" - a program that incorporates people skills/communication/creativity.  The many facets of marketing allows for growth, both professional and personal.  Marketing offers the first fully visual "Business Simulation" software, Virtual Business Retailing and Virtual Business Management; with well suited activities in which students control all aspects of their business.  Hands-on activities include operating the campus store, designing and arranging displays as well as personal selling skills.

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Marketing Syllabus

Curriculum Outline:
Knowledge and Skill Statements

DECA Student Organization

Power Technology

This program will help prepare you for a challenging occupation, ranging from a heavy equipment technician, equipment operator to working in the sales field in the truck, off-road equipment or A.T.V. business.  Our individualized program enables students to maintain and repair recreational, agricultural and heavy equipment.  You will tune up, troubleshoot and overhaul gasoline and diesel engines.  You will become familiar with suspensions, power trains, hydraulics, air conditioning and electronics.  You will have the option of attaining State Mechanical Certification.  Our program has an articulation agreement with Ferris State University for 12 credits.  Interested?  Come join us.

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Power Technology Syllabus

Curriculum Outline:
Knowledge and Skill Statements