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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

 COURSE

LOCATION

Courses at School Locations  
Automotive Service Technician
M.E. LaZerte School
Community Care  McNally School
Culinary Arts Harry Ainlay School
Exploring Aviation J. Percy Page School
Green Lighting Design and Renewable Electrical Technology Queen Elizabeth School
Restauranteur Victoria School
Courses at Industry Partner Training Facilities   
Introduction to Carpentry and Painters & Allied Trades Industry site
Introduction to Electrical and Pipe Trades Industry site
Introduction to Iron Working and Millwrighting Industry site

 

Automotive Service Technician 

15 credits, second semester
M.E. LaZerte School, mechanics lab with adjacent classroom
Monday to Friday, three blocks per day

Description: Students will work alongside industry professionals as they begin the technical training component of the Automotive Service Technician apprenticeship. The course work fills three of four blocks in the second semester, and is very rigorous as it is equivalent to the first year of a post-secondary program. Students will become eligible to challenge the first-period Automotive Service Technician apprenticeship exam upon successful completion of all the modules in this course. Students will then be able to acquire the necessary hours to continue on to the second year of their apprenticeship in post-secondary.

Potential certification: Partial completion of Automotive Service Technician apprenticeship

Skill development includes:

  • Vehicle service information
  • Electrical circuits
  • Brake fundamentals
  • Suspension systems
  • First period apprenticeship training

Recommended prerequisites: English 10, Math 10, 20-level science course and Mechanics 10 (or relevant automotive experience) 

School contacts: If you have questions about this course, please reach out to Koreen Trefanenko and Mitch Lauzon.

Interested in this course? Complete the 2024–25 Expression of Interest form.

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Community Care

10–15 credits, second semester
McNally School
healthcare room with an eight bed hospital lab, plus classroom space
Monday to Friday, two blocks per day

For 2024–25, Community Care at McNally School is also offering an optional dual credit course where students can earn both high school credits and credits that count toward a post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree. For more information, students can contact Amy Sanders.

Description: Community Care builds awareness, understanding and career readiness in the healthcare supporting field. Students will explore healthcare supporter roles, responsibilities, communication and legislation, study anatomy and physiology of body systems and disease, and investigate mental health, wellness and nutrition. This is a work-ready hands-on course that promotes the development of 21st century skills through project work and labs. After successful completion, students may be eligible to register for a dual credit post-secondary course offered in conjunction with NorQuest College, and perhaps have the opportunity to engage with clients in a variety of off-site settings.

Potential certification:

Skill development includes:

  • Mealtime assisting
  • Client hygiene care
  • Bed making
  • Use of mobility aids
  • Lifting and transfer of patients
  • Trauma informed care
  • Individual support planning

Cost: $175 (consumables in labs, certification costs, etc.)

Required prerequisites: English 10-1 or English 10-2

School contact: If you have questions about this course, please reach out to Amy Sanders.

Interested in this course? Complete the 2024–25 Expression of Interest form

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Culinary Arts

10 credits, second semester
Harry Ainlay School, commercial kitchen with adjacent classroom
Monday to Friday, two blocks per day

Description: Students will learn alongside a Red Seal chef in a commercial kitchen as they begin the training component of a culinary apprenticeship. This opportunity will prepare students with the foundational skills to pursue cooking as a profession as they learn to make restaurant-quality entrees and desserts. Students may enter part-time employment in a restaurant during or following their culinary arts experience.

Potential certification: Government of Alberta Food Handler Certificate

Skill development includes

  • Breakfasts
  • Meats and poultry
  • Pastries and breads
  • Salads
  • Soups
  • Stocks

Recommended prerequisite: 65% in Math 9 or 50% in Math 10C

School contact: If you have questions about this course, please reach out to John Neufeld.

Interested in this course? Complete the 2024–25 Expression of Interest form.

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Exploring Aviation

10 credits, second semester 
J. Percy Page School, computer lab with access to flight simulators
Monday to Friday, two blocks per day

Description: Students will explore careers related to aviation. In preparation for completing a Private Pilot License, students will have the opportunity to write exams and gain certificates. Careers in ground support, operations and maintenance will also be investigated.

Potential certification:

  • Ground school for gaining a Private Pilot License (PPL)
  • Restricted Radio Operator Certificate (ROC-A)
  • Student Pilot Permit (PSTAR)
  • Small Basic Pilot Certificate for Drone Operation

Skill development includes:

  • Participating in ground school
  • Training in a flight simulator
  • Gaining drone experience
  • Taking comprehensive industry exams
  • Participating in industry networking and mentorship opportunities

Recommended prerequisite: Math 10

School contacts: If you have questions about this course, please reach out to Shannon Kampen and David Williams.

Interested in this course? Complete the 2024–25 Expression of Interest form.

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Green Lighting Design and Renewable Electrical Technology

10–15 credits, second semester
Queen Elizabeth School, Innovate Lab STEM classroom
Monday to Friday, two blocks per day

Description: Students will gain experience and knowledge in lighting design and processes related to the electrical industry, including green and renewable energy technologies. Combining theory, design and project work, students will develop skills related to the electrical trade and a variety of STEM careers. Animated lighting displays, renewable energy installations and live-event productions are potential projects in this course. Students will work alongside industry professionals for practical hands-on experience as they receive credits in Electro-Technology—students may also be able to pursue work experience or apprenticeship opportunities through the connections they make in this course.

Potential certification:

  • Construction Safety Training Systems 2020 (CSTS 2020)
  • Rigging, Hoists and Cranes (CSTS 2020)
  • Mobile Equipment Awareness, Basic Ladder Safety (CSTS 2020)
  • Credit hours towards Entertainment Technician Certification Program (ETCP) in either Entertainment Electrical or Portable Power Distribution

Skill development includes:

  • Electrical theory and mathematics
  • Understanding the Canadian Electrical Code
  • Lighting visualization software and hardware
  • Designing, programming, and installing lighting and basic electrical systems 
  • Experience using a variety of tools and equipment 
  • Integrating green and renewable technologies 
  • Electrical and job site safety 

Recommended prerequisites: English 10-1 or 10-2 and Math 10C

School contact: If you have questions about this course, please reach out to Brian Sloane.

Interested in this course? Complete the 2024–25 Expression of Interest form.

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Restauranteur

12–22 credits, second semester
Victoria School, Canvas Cafe and Canvas Canteen
Monday to Friday, two blocks per day

Description: Students will be immersed in an opportunity that closely mirrors the professional fields in small business and culinary arts. Through the planning, development, preparation and execution of daily service and special event management, students will be exposed to a wide variety of entrepreneurship skills. Along with receiving credits in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management (through Tourism Studies), and Enterprise and Innovation, students will connect with community professionals and have the opportunity to participate in major special events.

Potential participation in:

  • High School Culinary Challenge
  • Skills Canada
  • restaurant take-over

Potential certification:

  • Government of Alberta Food Handler Certificate
  • WHMIS
  • First Aid

Skill development includes:

  • Production and event management
  • Marketing and promotions
  • Venture planning and portfolio development
  • Quality service and supervision strategies
  • Culinary Arts, including:
    • Breakfasts
    • Meats and poultry
    • Pastries and breads
    • Salads
    • Soups
    • Stocks

Cost: $60 (consumables in labs, certification costs, etc.)

Required prerequisites: Math 10-3 or 10C and Science 14 or Science 10

School contact: If you have questions about this course, please reach out to Christina Woodbridge.

Interested in this course? Complete the 2024–25 Expression of Interest form.

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Introduction to Carpentry and Painters & Allied Trades

Work Experience credits, second semester
Offered in collaboration with The Educational Partnership Foundation
Industry locations (Alberta Carpenters Training Centre, International Union Of Painters & Allied Trades Local 177)
Monday to Friday, four blocks per day

Description: Students will learn about various aspects of the skilled trades, and gain skills in the highly demanded trades of carpenter, painter decorator, glazier, scaffolder and floor covering installer. Students will be learning from industry professionals in an industry setting. This course is recommended for students 16 years of age and older.

Watch these Building Trades of Alberta videos about the carpentry trade, painter and allied trades, and glazier trade.

Potential certification: Industry recognized credentials

Skill development includes:

  • Theoretical foundation
  • Practical applications
  • Safety awareness
  • Workplace competencies
  • Industry engagement

Required prerequisites: HCS 3000 and Construction Safety Training Systems 2020 (CSTS 2020)

School contacts: If you have questions about this course, please reach out to George Lampos.

Interested in this course? Complete the 2024–25 Expression of Interest form.

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Introduction to Electrical and Pipe Trades

Work Experience credits, second semester
Offered in collaboration with The Educational Partnership Foundation
Industry locations (Electrical Industry Training Centres of Alberta, Alberta Pipe Trades College)
Monday to Friday, four blocks per day

Description: Students will gain skills in various aspects of the pipe trades, including plumbing, steam fitting, pipe fitting, gas fitting, B-pressure welding and sprinkler fitting. Students will also gain skills in various aspects of the exciting electrical trade. This course is recommended for students 16 years of age and older.

Watch these Building Trades of Alberta videos about the electrical trade, plumbing trade and steamfitting/pipefitting trade

Potential certification: Industry recognized credentials

Skill development includes:

  • Theoretical foundation
  • Practical applications
  • Safety awareness
  • Workplace competencies
  • Industry engagement

Required prerequisites: HCS 3000 and Construction Safety Training Systems 2020 (CSTS 2020)

School contacts: If you have questions about this course, please reach out to George Lampos.

Interested in this course? Complete the 2024–25 Expression of Interest form.

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Introduction to Iron Working and Millwrighting

Work Experience credits, second semester
Offered in collaboration with The Educational Partnership Foundation
Industry locations (Ironworkers Local 720, Local 1460 Alberta Millwrights)
Monday to Friday, four blocks per day

Description: Students will gain skills in various aspects of the iron-working trade. Students will also gain skills in various aspects of the millwright/industrial mechanic trade. This course is recommended for students 16 years of age and older.

Watch these Building Trades of Alberta videos about the iron working trade and millwright trade

Potential certification: Industry recognized credentials

Skill development includes:

  • Structural and ornamental iron-working
  • Reinforcing (tying rebar)
  • Welding
  • Precision layout
  • Optical leveling
  • Identifying tools
  • Reading blueprints

Required prerequisites: HCS 3000 and Construction Safety Training Systems 2020 (CSTS 2020)

School contacts: If you have questions about this course, please reach out to George Lampos.

Interested in this course? Complete the 2024–25 Expression of Interest form

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