Full Time

Full time programs

The Automotive Body Repair program is designed to provide training in repairing damaged auto bodies and parts. This program is Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified and will prepare students to obtain individual certification. Students may choose to do general body and paint work and develop skills in many areas, or they may specialize in the areas in which they have the greatest ability and interest.

The Automotive Technology program provides instruction in the latest, most comprehensive methods of diagnosis, services, and repair, of today's sophisticated automobiles. This program enables students to actually perform service jobs such as oil change and lube jobs to brake repair, overhaul of engines and transmissions, and diagnosis of electrical and computer systems with the latest diagnostic equipment.

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The Aviation Maintenance Technology program prepares students to inspect, repair, service and overhaul airframe and powerplant systems. Students also receive training in the electrical and electronics as part of the aviation industry.

The program offers specialized classroom instruction and practical hands on experience in the field of aviation airframe and powerplant maintenance.

Upon completion of the program the student will be eligible to take the Federal Aviation Administration Certification Exam to become a licensed airframe and powerplant mechanic.

The Business Systems Technology program is designed to develop the skills necessary for entry level employment in the office of the 21st Century. While traditional office skills are still needed, there is an increasing emphasis on positive worker characteristics and computer skills. The curriculum is student centered and employment focused.


The equipment that is used in this program is similar to what might be found in a business office. A few of the software programs include Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point.

The Computer Information Technology program is designed to provide training in basic theories, principles, practices, experiments, and hands-on training needed to enable students to become proficient in computer systems.  Students are taught basic concepts as well as computer operations techniques involving hardware and software.  They gain an understanding of microcomputers and computer interfaces.  Knowledge of microprocessors and computer interface is necessary when troubleshooting computers and high-tech equipment.  

The Drafting student is taught to translate the ideas, notes, rough sketches, specifications, and calculations of engineers, architects, and designers into working drawings, which are used by skilled craftsman in manufacturing products. Instruction in the fundamentals of material selection, strength and manufacturing processes are included in the program. 

Students are taught the practical aspects of the graphic communications and printing industry in this program. Included are Layout, Design techniques, Desktop Publishing, Web page design, Electronic Imaging, Pre - Press, Duplicating, and Bindery. Desktop Publishing is taught using state of the art software for page Design, Illustration, Scanning, Image Editing, and Pre- Press. Both PC's and Macintosh Systems are utilized. Graphics are constructed for use both in print and World Wide Web.

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration program is deigned to provide training in troubleshooting, repairing, and installing heat pumps, gas and electric heating equipment, and refrigeration equipment, both residential and commercial.

 

The Industrial Electricity program is designed to provide training in basic theories, principles, practices, experiments, and hands-on experience needed to solve everyday problems involved in electrical maintenance, installation, repair, and operation of electrical equipment.

Industrial Electricity students will use many calculations based on Ohm's Law to solve problems in electrical and electronic circuits. Reading of schematic and line diagrams is included as well.

The Industrial Maintenance program is designed to provide students general skills in a variety of areas common to industry. Students receive one quarter of training in basic welding techniques and cutting processes; one quarter of machine tool technology that includes shop theory, Computer Numerical Control(CNC), milling machines, and lathes;one quarter of training in basic electricity including programmable Logic Controllers; and two quarters of mechanical maintenance that consists of training from lubrication techniques through pumps,bearings, gearing, ect.

The Machine Tool Technology program is a state of the art program aimed at preparing people for entry into employment in machine shop work. Instruction includes shop math, machine shop theory, blueprint reading and sketching, use of hand tools and technical manuals, and the use precision measuring instruments. Instruction also includes the set up and operation of machine tools, use of hand tools, and related processes in the fabrication of articles and parts from metal. The development of skills and attitudes essential to successful employment is also included.

The Practical nurse is an integral practitioner on the health care team who renders nursing within a legally defined role. Practical nurse education prepares persons for gainful employment regardless of age, sex, religion, color, race, national origin, or handicap. The education of practical nurses is provided with planned learning experience in a logical sequence. 

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The Welding program is designed to teach individuals how to weld various metals using different types of welding processes. The student begins with basic welding processes and techniques and then advances into processes such as pipe and tig welding. Students may elect to take the full course or may learn only one or two areas, such as mig welding for a production job or to upgrade current skills.

Welding is used almost everywhere, from construction of buildings and factories to cars and appliances. A good welder is always in demand and earns a good salary.