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Course Length:  Yearlong

Credit:  1.0 credit 

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:  Discover how technology has changed the world around us by perusing technological solutions to everyday problems. While using the Scientific Method and the Engineering Design Process, learn how electricity, electronic systems, magnets, and circuits work. Understand the design process and bring your ideas to life. Explore various inventions and solutions that have solved problems across industries. Students will also use the Engineering Design Process and an Engineering Notebook to reverse engineer a product of their choice.

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 11-12 

Prerequisite(s):  Successful completion of Geometry 

Course Description:  In this course students will learn how to use concepts and mathematical calculations with plans sheets to better familiarize themselves with the construction process.

Notes:  Completion of this course, along with Basic Equipment Fundamentals and Mobile Equipment Maintenance, at a C or better makes the student eligible for a Pre-Apprenticeship Certification endorsed by Local 139–International Union of Operating Engineers. / Completion of this course at a B or better can earn apprenticeship credit at Fox Valley Technical College.

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 9-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:  This course provides students with an introduction of the basic equipment used in the construction industry. Students learn about basic equipment operations and job responsibilities. Students will also explore the related Skilled Trades in the construction field.  This course prepares students for entry level requirements and to use concepts pertaining to safety, maintenance, mathematics and communication that Skilled Trades employees may experience.

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  1.0 credit 

Grades: 9-12 

Prerequisite(s): Microsoft Office 1

This course is for students who wish to learn core skills in Microsoft. After completing this course, students will be prepared to take the Microsoft Office Specialist exam in Excel. Students work through hands-on projects to sharpen skills in data management, formula creation, charts, and other spreadsheet and database tools. Example projects include professional looking budgets, team performance charts, sales invoices, and many more. This course focuses on and prepares students for the Microsoft Excel 2019 Associate certification.  

Note: Dual Credit can be earned  for Microsoft Excel.

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course (2nd semester of a 2-semester course)

Credit:  1.0 credit (.5 credit for 2nd semester)

Grades: 9-12 

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:  Using project-based learning, students will explore the basics of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.  Students will create documents that will enhance introductory skills such as manipulating text and images to create effective projects in both programs.  Students will understand the social and ethical issues surrounding the internet, information, and security. To be successful, students need to commit to the course timelines and guidelines.  Students will take the IC3 Certification.  This certification consists of three exams: Living Online, Computing Fundamentals, and Key Applications.

Personal Computers:  It is strongly recommended that students in this course use a Stride K12 issued computer exclusively for content in this course.

Note:  Dual credit can be earned for IT Security Awareness

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Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit: 0.5 credit

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:   This course examines the impact of human activities on sustainability while exploring the basic principles and technologies that support sustainable design.  Students learn about the potential for emerging energy technologies such as water, wind, and solar power.  They find out how today’s businesses are adapting to the increased demand for sustainable products and services.

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Course Length:  Semester Course

Credit:  .5 credit (English Credit)

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:  Take your communication skills to the next level in this course focused on business and career writing, speaking, and collaboration.  Collaborative communication is one of the top skills employers are seeking across career industries.  Develop those skills as you complete meaningful, real-world applicable projects with your peers in this course. 

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  1.0 credit

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): Computer Literacy or placement exam

Course Description:  Understanding numbers and analyzing data is vital. Learn the functionality of Excel with our Microsoft certification course. This certification course moves swiftly using project-based learning to simulate the time management and professionalism of the workplace environment. To be successful in the course, students need to commit to the course timelines and procedures. Students will learn advanced skills used by every business to create budgets, utilize data analysis tools, functions, pivot tables, automation with macros to create charts in graphs and many more features. Students will take the Microsoft Certification Exam for Excel.

Platform(s):  Students in this course will be expected to access multiple “outside” platforms including GMetrix or TestOut Software, MSi, Certiport (for certification), and Madison College platforms, to name a few.

Personal Computers:  It is strongly recommended that students in this course use a Stride K12 issued computer exclusively for content in this course.

Note: Dual Credit can be earned  for Microsoft Excel.