Eastside High School

‍CISCO Systems - This course prepares students for the A+Certification exam, which is an industry-sponsored test that establishes a benchmark level of knowledge and competency expected of computer service technicians who are in entry-level positions. A+ Certification also serves as the foundation for computer service professionals who are pursuing other valuable industry certifications such as the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA), Network +, and Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP).

While preparing for the A+ Certification exam, students will gain a comprehensive knowledge base in PC hardware and Windows operating systems,networking basics, printers, and customer service. This is a participatory course, which means, that in order to learn you must participate in all assignments. Hands-on labs also will provide the opportunity for students to enhance their skills in assembling, disassembling, servicing, trouble shooting and upgrading PC systems. Upon completion of this course, they will also know the basics of building a Windows 2000 network.
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‍Jobs for American Grads (JAG) - Jobs for America’s Graduates is a state-based national non-profit organization dedicated to preventing dropouts among young people who are most at-risk. In more than three decades of operation, JAG has delivered consistent, compelling results-helping nearly three-quarters of a million young people stay in school through graduation, pursue a post-secondary education and secure quality entry-level jobs leading to career advancement opportunities.
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‍Cosmetology - The Cosmetology program prepares students to apply technical knowledge and skills related to experiences in a variety of beauty treatments including the care and beautification of the hair, complexion, and hands. Instruction includes training in giving shampoos, rinses and scalp treatments; hair styling, setting, cutting, coloring, tinting and bleaching;permanent waving, facials; manicuring; and hand and arm massaging.Bacteriology, anatomy, hygiene, sanitation, salon management and customer relations are also covered.
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‍Business Entrepreneurship - This course provide instruction for and about business. Students learn the basics of personal finance, develop techniques for making wise consumer decisions, master economic principles and learn how business operates. The multifaceted discipline of business education includes subject matter area that focus on the core areas of business(Management, marketing, finance, accounting, entrepreneurship) on factors that affect business such as economics, international business, business law, and on examining business from different perspectives.

Automotive Technology - The purpose of this course is to provide the student with the ASE aligned entry-level skills necessary for employment in the automotive technical field. The focus will be on Brake systems and Electrical /Electronic components. We will also cover tasks and competencies in the areas of Engine Performance, Suspension and Steering. Students will practice safety,refine their manipulative skills, expand related math and science information,discuss the job interview process and augment the technological skills necessary for post secondary education or entry-level employment.

Building Trades - This course is designed to provide students with nationally recognized skills providing an emphasis in framing, sheathing,flooring, masonry, footings, foundations, block and brick laying. The instructional program also includes the use of a variety of hand and power tools as well as the needed entry-level skills for employment in the building trades field. Students will also experience the use of computer aided drafting pertaining to floor plans and wiring diagrams.

Electrical Trades - This course covers general and accepted safety rules and practices for working with electrical circuits. Students gain a thorough understanding of federal, state and local safety rules and regulations. The selection and use of hand and power tools for electrical wiring as well as the instruments used for electrical measuring are addressed.The students will also learn to read electrical blueprints. Curriculum covers circuit analysis, branch circuit calculations, electrical theory and load calculations. A lab component affords students the opportunity for hands-on experience wiring a building according to blueprints and computer aided drafting.

Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) - The CAD course is designed to provide a learning experience for students aspiring to pursue a career in computer aided drafting.Students will have the opportunity to become familiar with drafting technology,terminology, and hands-on experience with the Auto Cad software.