NEWPORT AREA CAREER AND
TECHNICAL CENTER
OUR
MISSION
The mission of the Newport Area
Career and Technical Center, in partnership with students,
parents, faculty and sending communities is to provide all
students with a quality education. The education provided
is based on professionalism; high expectations of technical
and academic excellence, in a work-based learning
environment that will prepare our graduates with
competencies for entry-level employment, post-secondary
education, and to compete successfully in a rapidly
changing technological world.
The Newport Area Career and Technical Center community has
identified and adopted four core Student Learning
Expectations which support the accomplishment of the
school’s mission and are aligned with the standards and
performance indicators identified in district and school
curriculum documents.
These interdisciplinary expectations encompass academic,
civic, and social outcomes and identify what a Newport Area
Career and Technical Center student should know and be able
to do.
Students will
demonstrate the acquisition of a body of knowledge as
contained in the NACTC academic expectations
by:
- Integrating and applying acquired skills and knowledge
- Applying research skills
- Using a variety of technology tools
- Implementing academic
and career decision-making skills
- Writing clearly and concisely
- Listening for understanding in a variety of settings
- Speaking clearly
- Reading for understanding
- Using other forms of
expression
- Defining the problem accurately
- Collecting, organizing, and analyzing information
- identifying and evaluating appropriate strategies
- Selecting, implementing, and evaluating a plan of action
- Drawing logical,
in-depth conclusions
- Contributing to the well-being of the school and community
- Taking responsibility for personal and academic choices
- Exhibiting integrity and a high level of effort towards goal attainment
- Recognizing and
respecting the diversity and individuality of others
BUSINESS
APPRENTICE #103
0.5 Credit – ½ Year Course – Grades 9 – 12
The purpose of this course is to expose students to a wide variety of business topics. The students will learn about business by engaging in several hands-on business projects. The topics discussed and resulting projects will cover industries such as sports franchises, restaurants, entrepreneurship, real estate and personal finance. Students will use physical displays, the internet, word processing, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing to complete the tasks. Business Apprentice students will compete with each other over the course of the semester to see who will receive the annual scholarship awarded to the top Business Apprentice student.
WEB PAGE
DESIGN #787
0.5 Credit – Semester Course – Grades 9 – 12
Students are introduced to Web design with an applications course that offers considerable “hands on” computer experience using Web tools such as Macromedia Studio MX 2004 software. The suite includes: Dreamweaver, Fireworks and Flash. Basic HTML programming is also included. The course is designed to strengthen problem-solving skills, which can be applied to a wide range of related topics.
ESSENTIALS OF
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY #702
0.5 Credit – Semester Course – Grade 9
Essentials of Computer Technology is a course designed to prepare students for requirements for proficiency-based graduation. Along with informing and familiarizing students with all requirements, it will include technology, proficiency, interest inventories for career exploration, plagiarism and the internet, standard portfolio (journal format), and senior exhibition requirements. Students will demonstrate proficiency in an end of course exam. Students will be required to submit a portfolio of work, create a PowerPoint and write a reflective essay.
This course is required for all grade 9 students.
ESSENTIALS OF
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 2 #709
0.5 Credit – Semester Course – Grades 11, 12
Essentials of Computer Technology 2 is a course designed to prepare students for requirements for proficiency-based graduation. Along with informing and familiarizing students with all requirements, it will include technology, proficiency, interest inventories for career exploration, plagiarism and the internet, standard portfolio (journal format), and senior exhibition requirements. Students will demonstrate proficiency in an end of course exam. Students will be required to submit a portfolio of work, create a PowerPoint and write a reflective essay. This course is to assist students in meeting benchmark course work.
ACADEMY OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The Academy of Information Technology, commonly referred to around school as the AOIT, has become the course that students who wish to be successful in their high school careers enroll in when going into 9th grade. Evidence of this fact is that approximately ten out of the top fifteen juniors at Rogers, who took the PSATs in 2007, were AOIT students during 9th and 10th grades.
Due to popular demand, the program has been expanded, and students can now continue their studies in the academy which will ultimately lead to IC3 certification. IC3 is an acronym for Internet and Computing Core Certification. IC3 is the first globally accepted, standards-based, validated certification program for basic computing skills and is often the first certification individuals pursue to show competence in computer skills. Becoming IC3 certified demonstrates that you possess the knowledge required for basic use of computer hardware, software, and the Internet. The program leading to this certification gives individuals sufficient Internet and computing literacy skills to enter current job markets or begin higher education programs.
Level I (1 period)
Grade 9 #705
This is a full-year course covering Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Publisher. Students enrolled in the first year of the academy will become extremely proficient computer users in all areas of Microsoft Office. This proficiency will allow them to use technology more successfully in all of their subject areas and will lay an excellent foundation for their remaining years in the academy as well as their remaining years in high school.
Level II (1
period) Grade 10 #710
Students taking the second year of the Academy of Information Technology will enjoy an exploratory year covering a multitude of topics in the field of computer technology. Students will be exposed to an array of topics including emerging technologies, computer architecture, networking, specialized applications, the internet, E-Commerce and computer utilities. Students will become familiar with the use of various computer peripherals including digital cameras, scanners, LCD projectors, and Smartboard. Students will learn how to set up a new computer and how to take apart and reassemble an older computer. Finally students will learn HTML, the language of the internet, and Scheme, a programming language.
Pre-requisite: Level I or for non-AOIT students is successful completion of Computer Applications #703 or Essentials of Computer Technology #702 with instructor approval)
Advanced Level II
(1 period) Grade 11 and 12 (Pre-requisite Level II) #710A
The third year of the program will focus on making final preparations for students to receive their IC3 certification. Students will be able to engage in an online course of study, working at their own pace toward certification. Students must take and pass three certification exams in order to become IC3 certified. They are Computer Fundamentals, Key Applications, and Living Online. The first two levels provided a foundation for passing these exams. This year will be spent, in part, filling any gaps that exist in student preparedness for the exams. Successful students can begin working toward other certifications, as NACTC is a Certiport testing center.
AUTOMOTIVE
TECHNOLOGY 1, 2, 3, 4 # 714/715/716/713
2 credits - Grades 9-12
The Automotive Technology Program is designed to ensure that students reach their maximum potential in the Rhode Island Department of Education mandates, NATEF and AYES certification requirements. The program is currently divided into four levels (Level 1, 2, 3, 4) in which different instruction is implemented to reach appropriate proficiency outcomes. At each level the mastery of business and industry standards are met through a variety of assessment techniques
The program offers instruction and practical experience in the repair of all types of vehicles. This includes hydraulic systems, heating and air conditioning systems, alignment and electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, brake systems, suspension systems, steering systems, as well as engine tune-ups.
Students have opportunity to practice their new found knowledge and skills in the automotive shop, where they practice on donated automobiles prior to working on authentic automobiles. At this level, students are required to analyze and troubleshoot problems and to determine a course of action for the service they must perform. During the school year students provide a service to the community as they service automobiles belonging to the general
public. Forth-year students acquire the knowledge and skills to work outside of the school in partnerships and co-operative placements with major automotive businesses.
Upon successful completion of the entire program, the student has the opportunity to become certified through NATEF (National Automotive Teachers Educational Foundation) and AYES (Automotive Youth Educational System) licensing processes. Both certification processes include a written and practical examination component. Certification will give the student a choice to seek professional employment. Another option offered to the student is to further their education in a post-secondary institution.
RESIDENTIAL
CARPENTRY TECHNOLOGY 1, 2, 3,4 #739/740/741/742
2 credits - Grades 9-12 Levels 1,2,3,4
Students learn all phases of house construction. Realistic experience is gained by actual home construction- type building projects. This includes house framing, shingling, inside and outside finishing and cabinet work. This course offers a solid foundation on which to build a career in construction carpentry.
The objective of this course is to provide hands-on learning experiences related to the Construction industry. Students successfully completing the course will be prepared for entry-level positions within the construction industry utilizing the minimum industry accepted standards of punctuality, accuracy, timeliness, cost effectiveness, ability to get along with and work cooperatively with others, accept responsibility, and work independently. This course will upon successful completion prepare students for directly related postsecondary education or training.
Co-operative education opportunities in the construction field are available to level 4 students.
COSMETOLOGY 1, 2,
3, 4 #
717/718/719/721
3-4 credits - Grades 9-12
Students interested in the Cosmetology program must commit to four years in order to satisfy the 1500-hour R.I. State Licensing requirements. Excellent attendance is expected. This program is designed to assist students in meeting the Cosmetology National Standards and to equip students with the entry-level skills salons require for employment.
Level 1 - Basic vocabulary and practical work on mannequins
Level 2 - Beginning theory, practical work on mannequins and each other
Level 3 - Mid level theory, practical work on each other and clients
Level 4 - Advanced theory, practical work on clients and community service
Students will posses a working knowledge of Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology, English Language Arts Standards and Math Standards, as they directly relate to the field of Cosmetology.
Manipulative (hands-on) skills are practiced on manikins, students and weekly clients requesting our services. Students’ skills are further enhanced by community service in our many outreach programs.
Upon graduation from the Cosmetology program, students will be competent in hair styling, hair cutting, hair coloring, permanent waving, chemical hair straightening and all facets of skin and nail care, and salon management. Students successfully completing the program are eligible to sit for the R.I. Cosmetology State Board Exam. Upon passing the state board exam graduates will have the option of becoming employed immediately and/or to continue their education in a post-secondary institution.
ADVERTISING DESIGN
& NEW MEDIA ACADEMY 1, 2, 3, 4
# 724/725/726
2 credits - Grades 9-12 Levels 1,2,3,4
The Advertising Design & New Media Academy program offers instruction in four levels to grades 9-12 in the areas of Multi Media, Video Production, Photography and Advertising & Design. Students will explore a variety of careers that are directly related to the media field. Students may then choose to further their education or become directly involved in the industry.
Successful completion of this course will provide the student with knowledge of the industry and an understanding of how to construct and implement a basic design. Each student will develop professional skills that will enable him/her to become a more competent employee in the media field.
Our program is dedicated to training visual specialists who will shape the world of media. This field skillfully integrates creative thinking, computer technology, photography, digital imaging, animation and sound recording technologies. In addition to career preparation, students will apply the skills learned in this program to senior projects and presentations, as well as digital portfolios.
Computer programs used in the class: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Final Cut Pro, Motion, DVD StudioPro, Soundtrack, and Flash.
ProStart CULINARY
ACADEMY® 1, 2, 3, 4 #751/752/753/756
2 credits - Grades 9-12 Levels 1,2,3,4
The Culinary Arts four year program provides an extensive program in entry-level cooking and baking. Students perform active, practical applications in a full service commercial kitchen with an accompanying 50-seat restaurant dining room. Culinary academics are a major portion that gives individuals a well-rounded education in food preparation.
The ProStart Culinary program aligns students with the National Restaurant Association standards and industry certification. The objective of this course is to provide hands-on learning experiences related to the food service industry. Students successfully completing the course will be prepared for entry-level positions within the culinary/baking-pastry areas of the food service industry utilizing the minimum industry accepted standards of punctuality, accuracy, timeliness, cost effectiveness, ability to get along with and work cooperatively with others, accept responsibility and work independently. Upon completion of the program, students are well positioned to be accepted in post-secondary culinary schools and/or enter the private sector in this field.