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One Period Classes

One Period courses are open to 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th graders. No application is needed. If you meet the prerequisite, just sign up through your Guidance Counselor in one or more of these elective courses. Feel free to contact Susan Bosland in Northwest Technical Center’s Guidance Department if you have any questions.

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In Focus: Digital Photography [click to expand]

Communications & Technology Academy

Course# 70801

Learn digital photography and create unique images Using Adobe Photoshop.

Offered as a one period course for 9th-12th graders. One Semester.

Prerequisite: C average or better in Freshman English; or be enrolled in Freshman English or higher level.

Framing Your Future - Beginning Building Trades [click to expand]

Engineering & Technical Systems Academy

Course# 70803

Learn shop safety, project cost estimating, and use equipment to build projects demonstrating basic skills in this industry.

Offered as a one period course for 9th-12th graders – One Semester.

Prerequisite: C average or better in Algebra I or B or better in 311 Math; or be enrolled in Algebra I or 311 Math.

Computers & Networking [click to expand]

Engineering & Technical Systems Academy

Course# 70804

Learn client server operating systems, networking protocols, workstation management, building computers and hardware maintenance.

Offered as a one period course for 9th-12th graders.

Prerequisite: B average or better in Algebra; or be enrolled in Algebra.

Spa Magic [click to expand]

Human Services & Medical Professions Academy

Course# 70805

Learn the business side of operating a spa and discover the science behind aromatherapy, facials, hand and foot massage, manicures, pedicures, waxing, and make-up.

Offered as a one period course for 9th-12th graders – One Semester.

Prerequisite: C average or better in 424 Biology or high level; or be enrolled in 424 Biology or high level.

Rescue 911 [click to expand]

Human Services & Medical Professions Academy

Course# 70806

Learn the academic and hands on skills needed for rescue of people in potentially life threatening situations. You will gain CPR and First Aid Certification.

Offered as a one period course for 9th-12th graders – One Semester.

Prerequisite: C average or better in Freshman English; or be enrolled in Freshman English or higher level.

Culinary Cook-off [click to expand]

Hospitality & Marketing Academy

Course# 70809

Learn the basics of food and kitchen safety. You will learn how to use kitchen equipment and prepare a number of basic recipes. The semester will culminate in a culinary cook-off that will show off your newly learned talents.

Offered as a one period course for 9th-12th graders – One Semester.

Prerequisite: C average or better in Freshman English; or be enrolled in Freshman English or higher level.

Sports & Entertainment Marketing [click to expand]

Hospitality & Marketing Academy

Course# 70800

Learn the basics of marketing through a sports and entertainment model. Create and market your own sports team as part of this course.

Offered as a one period course for 9th-12th graders.

Prerequisite: C average or better in Freshman English; or be enrolled in Freshman English or higher level.

 
 

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