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matc moberly area technical center 1623 gratz brown road moberly mo 65270 660.269.2690 nonprofit org u.s postage paid moberly mo permit 262

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director s message skills that are practiced and developed here i encourage you to visit our facility and observe the ways the equipment and technology are used to provide opportunities for our students to become highly skilled individuals preparing themselves for their currently matc offers 13 programs that have future consistently served an average of 716 students over the last five years in a short period of time sincerely matc s enrollment has greatly increased in 1997 the enrollment was 307 students in 2011 michael the enrollment is 714 students this rapid rise barner in enrollment occurred because of our highly director qualified staff cutting edge equipment and technology a quality facility and outstanding students who are self-disciplined and goal driven we are very thankful to be able to educate students in their career development students come to matc from the following high schools madison cairo salisbury westran harrisburg moberly ncrs sturgeon higbee and we welcome our newest member school fayette another strong area that matc is developing is student involvement in our ctso s these curriculum based organizations include ffa deca skills usa and fbla students get additional skills and training from each of these organizations with many of our students competing at the district state national and even at the international level with a high degree of success an important area which matc continues to grow and improve in is the continual equipment and technology upgrades in order to keep up with current industry standards each year matc spends hundreds of thousands of dollars to stay current and also to stay on the cutting edge of current industry technology these upgrades in technology and equipment are reflected in the new applications and processes that our students use in each of their classes the staff at moberly area technical center considers matc to be the cornerstone of your future due to the opportunities for education and moberly area technical center has a long standing tradition of providing career and technical education which results in highly skilled graduates over the three previous years matc has undergone and completed a total overhaul of its facilities and programs computer information systems mikemattox scott dunwoody joe mattox steve hinz chris sago austin kyser shannon smith jim st clair michael thomas karl janson wyatt mathis welding dan bloomquist don johanning david breid cale johanning susan brouk les keleher lloyd gittemeier deon love mike herrin phil smyser computer aided design drafting greg peck jacob curless curt porter kim dickerson jason robbins jared embree mikeschmidt brandon harvey james sells brian knaebel james tayon andy maynard machine tool peter hengemuehle greg carney dave kinder charlie dawson ethan lee todd flaspohler don nelson marcus flood dakota owen kyle gittemeir chris owen gary devenport greg roth eric gittemeir scott simpson dale imgarten advisory committees medical terry bichsel moberly area community college laurie boardsen moberly medical clinic inc philip stitzer d.o diane burke moberly radiology imaging edith cameron facility advisory nurse ii mo dept of health senior services susan dannull central missouri physical therapy pat egsdal harry s truman va hospital heidi freeman moberly high school alicia hayden urgent care michelle herron dialysis clinic inc crystal hess michael w berry melinda reed heartland medical associates rebecca schaedel private duty nurse in homes jo ann taylor ravenwood terrace assisted living lori turk moberly radiology imaging shelby aleshire student brandon fugate student agriculture cyle cundiff student central christian college becca burkhart ffa secretary kelsi haytt ffa vp leslie joseph century 21 mckeown and associates theresa hyatt hyatt farm and hubbell paula burkhart grand valley farms tom burkhart salisbury city manager ed miller miller farms marie mcsparen ffa parlimentarian tony joseph aeci mark belcher ffa advisor wendy davis mfa marla stegall stegall fabrication and engineering matt joseph ffa president jerry mcbee mckay cattle company www.moberly.k12.mo.us

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automotive james wilham david minks dennis bradley paul penrod danny brown randy rindom kevin burger wayne rindom troy deskin danny moutray justin klein kelly walker josh klein alan pierce mark lowery adult education cheryl allen erik henderson bob cunningham mary sue darwent felicia scott theresa hyatt janet myers diane noah brian young carma smith rebecca dulany electronics glenherron jim adams andy karso william cleeton john lloyd larry eskew jim maag caleb eskew derek robb al goodger jeff weggs patrick goodger john welker ray haque adam wegs building technology ryan longbine robert creed rick ridgeway shelby creed drew seidel jeff emory justin skinner todd fuemmeler tim wetrich bob kuehl mark lingle advisory committees collision repair justin adams steve hines lonnie burnett dave martin dan calvert kevin meeks sean garrett chuck richardson kenny haskamp greg smith george perkins jimmy smith business &technology leann koenig moberly middle school debra mcdonough-clifton hill lumber susan arment-orscheln industries debbie miller-moberly chamber of commerce ben leach-moberly area community college samuel c richardson ii diane richardson crystal oetting-sturgeon high school marla butts-cardinal health morgan rockett-moberly area community college matt ward-student fbla president marketing wanda finnegan century 21 mckeown assoc arnold hoch retired amy price maurices chris white chamber of commerce mrs redding moberly school district alyssa kroner college student macc reba halterman business leader kelsey boardsen college student mu marcy grammer former educator brad jorgensen anm8 marketing david beck premier paper packaging jamie morgans macc director of marketing amy hagar macc director of financial aid scott taylor macc-marketing/management brynne stansberry former student/business professional bailye stansberry former student/business professional this is a committee that s in career technical schools it is designed to enhance the delivery system within the school and to assist in providing quality programs and expanding the opportunities for all students it has three roles as follows provide information that will update modify and expand and improve the quality of the program support and strengthen the partnership between business labor the community and education make recommendations that will strengthen and expand the technical curriculum and provide assistance in implementing the recommendations skills expo thursday january 19 2012 6-8 pm moberly area technical center students parents and community members are invited to attend the skills expo at moberly area technical center thursday january 19 6-8 p.m inclement weather day is january 26 this is an exciting opportunity to experience first hand the cutting-edge technology available at matc you will see technical center students showcasing their skills and be able to talk with the technical center instructors selecting a career is not a single decision it is a process of choices students visit to the skills expo can be an important part of that process they will discover the choices available to them and how those choices can impact their future matc students use their experience to successfully enter their career field immediately after high school or advance their career options at the post-secondary institution of their choice.

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agriculture natural resources adult community education are you interested in hunting and fishing do you enjoy working outside with state of the art landscape equipment or inside in a modern greenhouse have you ever dreamed of building both large and small projects out of metal do you want a program that is diverse that encompasses everything from animal science to agricultural construction then agriculture natural resources is the program for you in the many agricultural and natural resources classes you will learn many different disciplines such as fish wildlife management conservation animal science agriculture construction-welding horticulture greenhouse operation agriculture economics and landscape and turf management when you complete the program you will be prepared to enter the world of work in the agriculture field or pursue an advanced degree in agriculture you can also articulate with a post secondary college with our excellent landscape and turf management training course a few of the knowledge and skills you will acquire in agriculture natural resources are how to propagate plants and plan and implement a successful landscape and garden project in addition you will receive extensive leadership training through our local ffa chapter monthly meetings barnwarming a yearly trip to the national ffa convention in indianapolis motivational conferences and contests are just a few of the many opportunities available as a result you will learn premier leadership have personal growth and career success through moberly ffa agricultural natural resources is a progressive four year program that will develop you as a leader and train you for life after high school for more information please go to classjump.com moberlyffa mark belcher instructor adult and community education has already completed classes in american first aid and cpr for several groups sam s health mart in moberly moberly spartan coaching staff home care of mid-mo and boone supported living we have also conducted several classes in crisis physical integration for the moberly school district we can offer this training to your staff at your facility or here at matc at a budget price and timeline that meets your business needs we are excited to offer a returning spanish for medical issues class based on a group of volunteers in the moberly area who have made a commitment to volunteer at samuel s house outside of caracas venezuela they have come to matc to take short-term classes to increase their ability to communicate with the residents and staff at samuel s house how to safely operate landscape equipment such as a compact tractor zero turn lawnmower garden tractor tiller weed trimmer plow disc and box blade how to construct a metal and wood project how to safely operate an electric mig and oxy welder how to safely operate power tools understand the science associated with animals and plants we currently publish our course offerings for community education on the mpsd website at http www.moberly.k12.mo.us go to the pulldown tab that says adult/community ed and you can see a listing of courses we have offered if you see a class that has already started please call and see when we can form an additional class for you you can also email me leah stein at lstein@moberly.k12.mo.us or contact me at 269.2690 i m excited to say that we are very close to the needed enrollment to offer an intro to microsoft word this is an excellent class to help you learn a major component of microsoft office suite at a low cost.

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automotive technology 2012 tech prep student of the year each year one student is recognized as the moberly area technical center career technical student of the year to be eligible for this award students must meet the following criteria personal commitment to career and technical education program in which enrolled or completed success in core requirements evidence of personal character and leadership involvement in school/community activities involvement in career and technical student organizations commitment to post-secondary career and technical program or 2+2 program this year alex egley was chosen as the moberly area technical center career technical student of the year alex is a senior from moberly high school and is enrolled in the computer aided design drafting program he intends to continue his education at the university of kansas majoring in architectural engineering alex is pictured with mark hawkins computer aided design drafting instructor at matc because working on cars was my hobby and i had family members who were i n the automotive field i have always been interested in cars and thought i would like to further my knowledge as a junior i learned about engine repair brakes tires alignment electrical and how to use a scan tool after my junior year at matc i got a job at lee tire company in moberly working through the summer doing suspension repairs and alignments it wasn t like going to work students are also trained in the proper use of it was fun this experience helped me decide diagnostic test equipment in the repair that i wanted to pursue a career as an automotive process the course is divided into the eight technician automotive service excellence ase training last year i was recruited out of mr magruder s areas class at matc to further my training with mckenworth i started by spending the summer in automotive technology you will study at the mhc-kenworth shop in columbia i then engine repair went to oklahoma state university in okmulgee engine performance oklahoma for 8 weeks of classroom training i suspension and steering will continue this rotation from school to work for brakes two years when i will then be a full time diesel electrical systems technician automatic transmissions manual drive trains aaron findling heating and air conditioning i have been working on trucks for a while with you will perform wheel alignments engine my dad we build trucks to race in the mud and teardowns and repairs transmission teardown we also do trail riding i decided i wanted to and repairs brake overhauls engine tune-ups know more about mechanics so i signed up for the automotive technology class at matc i am and electrical repairs a second year student and have learned about i use my advisory board as a link to the real world tools shop safety steering and suspension and they help me stay up to date on current vehicles we are now studying electricity and electronics they also advise me on changes needed in the earlier this year i totally rebuilt a chevrolet v8 shop and curriculum sometimes they will hire engine i hope to compete in the skillsusa and ford aaa contests later this year i plan to attend my students and allow others to job shadow the mhc kenworth school when i graduate dylan huffman i enrolled in the automotive technology class charlie magruder instructor automotive technology is a two-year automotive service excellence ase certified program open to juniors and seniors designed to prepare students to service and repair automobiles course content includes development of inspection skills diagnosis of defects or malfunctions disassembly repair overhaul and replacement of automobile engines power trains steering brakes and electrical systems.

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building technology building technology i is an introduction into the world of construction and all things related to it the skills attained range from things as basic as reading a tape measure to things as complicated as using a transit building technology ii is more advanced and gets more in-depth into the world of construction so students get a real feel for how the field the real world is going to be students are expected to have mastered competencies from building technology i and have more to master in building technology ii what students learn in building technology basic carpentry basic plumbing basic cabinet making introduction to iron working tie steel and some welding skid loader operation use of layout tools such as a builder s level and transit basic roofing projects each year the building technology program gets to work on various projects throughout the district and community we do at least one roof each year pour concrete and we have framed up a pitched roof sheeted and put tin on it other projects could include pole barns and maybe a house the other kinds of projects will be ones the students want to do in the winter when it is cold each student is allowed to do a pre-approved project in the shop it can be anything from a deer blind to a china cabinet all the student needs is a print with shop drawings to work from a material list or take off sheet and the material itself material will not be provided for personal projects possible projects concrete decks cabinetry skid loader operation and maintenance personal projects plumbing exercises adam smith instructor the embedded credit program is an opportunity for students to earn one 1 credit in mathematics and/or communication arts along with the six 6 credits students will earn in their technical program at moberly area technical center during the student s junior and senior years to enroll in the embedded credit program a student must have their home school counselor verify that the embedded math and/or embedded communication arts credit is needed for the student s graduation requirements counselors will then initiate embedded credit enrollment of the student at matc communication arts mathematics student must be a junior or senior student must be enrolled in a 3-hour technical program student will take a pretest covering 28 math concepts to determine weak math skills the embedded mathematics will be taught within the technical program where the mathematic concepts and topics will be applied to the technical program s competencies and may include assignments outside of the technical program s classroom/shop/lab six 6 math topics will be mastered each semester for .25 credit therefore one 1 credit may be earned over a two-year period each math topic must be completed at 70 or higher accuracy the embedded mathematics credit will be granted at the end of each semester that the student has successfully completed six 6 math topics student must pass the technical program to earn the embedded mathematics credit student must be a junior or senior student must be enrolled in a 3-hour technical program the embedded communication arts will be taught within the technical program where the concepts and topics will be applied to the technical program s competencies completion of some assignments will require time outside of the technical program s classroom/shop/lab four 4 objectives or assignments will be completed each semester for .25 credit therefore one 1 credit may be earned over a two-year period each assignment must be completed at 70 or higher accuracy the embedded communication arts credit will be granted at the end of each semester that the student has successfully completed four 4 assignments student must pass the technical program to earn the embedded communication arts credit embedded credit terry soendker coordinator

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computer applications computer application is another name for computer software it is software that is developed by a company or single person that performs a task computers are an integral part of the business landscape they are an effective tool in so many different aspects of a business s daily operations including bookkeeping business communications product design manufacturing inventory control and marketing microsoft office 07 is an essential skill for today s employee having critical business information stored electronically and the ability to easily extract specific data from the database is a valuable asset to a business database programs such as access are used to print high quality and professional looking output many companies use a spreadsheet for numerical and financial data and to analyze and evaluate information excel spreadsheets are used for creating financial statements preparing budgets managing inventory and analyzing cash flow being an effective communicator is o n e of the most marketable job skills you can possess microsoft power point is a presentation graphics program that can be projected through a computer to a large screen or other formats including slides or transparencies communicating and managing information are needs that drive our entire economy word is a program that helps individuals and companies organize analyze and present information students quotes i chose to take computer applications so i can better understand how microsoft office works and to learn to type faster and more accurately in this class i have learned how to use microsoft office 07 programs for example word and excel i have also learned to type more quickly and efficiently gabe warren moberly high school i chose to take computer applications because some day i want to become a photographer in order to become one i must learn how to use the photoshop software i need this core class in order to learn more advance software in classes like graphic arts and multimedia ­ kiatcha schultz moberly high school student services accounting i ii accounting provides business people with the ability to track all aspects of the financial side of a business no matter what your chosen role in the business world accounting can provide a solid foundation for the financial side why should my student attend ma tc matc combines technical skill training with traditional academics to prepare our students to meet the challenges of a continually changing workforce as you read through this publication and view the many unique opportunities available to students enrolled at matc please consider how these many opportunities can benefit your student your student will have the opportunity to spend time learning in a field which is of high interest thereby making the educational process more enjoyable and beneficial your student will have the opportunity to learn from instructors who have actually worked in their respective industries many of our instructors continue to work in industry our instructors also regularly attend trainings and workshops to stay abreast of current industry standards your student will have the opportunity to participate in a program with curriculum supervised by industry each program is reviewed at least twice a year by an advisory committee whose members are comprised of industry professionals parents and current students when working with your student to plan out his her high school career please consider the many opportunities available at moberly area technical center for further information please contact sharon johanning student services coordinator at sjohanning@moberly.k12.mo.us or check out the matc prospective student website at classjump.com/p/prospectivestudents sharon johanning student services graphic arts i/ii professionals in graphic design jobs influence how we perceive the world using colors illustrations photos and fonts look at a book or magazine go to a coffee shop or take a drive when you do you ll encounter graphic design from company logos to road signs to product packaging design is an integral part of modern life web design web designers have one of the greatest and most exciting jobs in today s business world a web designer creates web sites businesses promote their products and services through web sites and many will even sell their products directly to consumers through their websites or other web platforms organizations rally support for their causes online and nearly every company organization and cause maintain a blog that must be updated regularly a web designer job description includes taking the messages of these companies and groups and creating a web site that achieves their desired goals multimedia multimedia artists and animators work primarily in the movie industry computer and video games advertising and computer systems design services they both draw by hand and use computers to create the series of pictures that form the animated images or special effects seen in movies television programs and computer games storyboards present television commercials in a series of scenes similar to a comic strip and allow an advertising agency to evaluate commercials proposed by advertising companies storyboards also serve as guides to placing actors and cameras on the television or motion picture set and to other production details student quotes everything you do is hands-on and nobody s finished work will be the same you get to be creative in every assignment kelcey multimedia the teachers are so awesome and there are fun classes jourdan graphic arts i love my classes at matc shelby-graphic arts web design in accounting students become familiar with the accounting equation and how sole proprietorships and partnerships do basic record keeping this course provides students with a basic understanding of business forms how to complete them and then how to utilize them students also become familiar with the payroll process the use of automated systems and basic financial decision making the second year expands upon this to help prepare the student for the working world your student will have the opportunity to earn free college credit through our many established articulation agreements business management are you interested in how business is organized owned and managed business principles and management is designed to provide an understanding of the characteristics organization and operations of business the course is geared to students who are exploring the possibility of a career in business and focuses on the role of the manager things like the concepts that will aid them in becoming effective members of the business community studying such topics as business environment types of ownership and the law information and communication systems production and marketing finance human resources and management are covered business law topics such as torts contracts-proper form discharge and remedies for breach employment contracts regulations and employee protections buying and selling goods personal property and bailment will also be covered student quotes the accounting program at matc truly prepared me for my college level accounting courses cassie kressig-moberly high school the way that accounting is taught makes it very easy to understand tyler patterson-moberly high school the accounting class at matc has really helped me in my college level business classes jessica kirkendoll-moberly high school vicki howard instructor meta giarraputo instructor sam richardson instructor business technology your student will have the opportunity to learn and work in a professional environment using the same equipment and software utilized by industry and postsecondary institutions your student will have the opportunity to apply and thereby realize the importance of the three rs of reading writing and arithmetic.

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prerequisite successful completion of medical anatomy or high school level anatomy and physiology this course is designed to build on prior basic anatomy and physiology knowledge the curriculum makes pathophysiology the changes symptoms that accompany a particular syndrome or disease incredibly easy to learn by using vivid graphic characters the characters and pictures help students maximize their power of visual thinking in understanding pathophysiology content includes basic descriptions of how disorders occur what signs to look for and if there are risk factors that contribute to disorders all of which help prepare students pursuing medical careers medical contemporary issues grades 10-121/2 creditsemester this course is designed to build an awareness and understanding of current issues occurring in the field of medicine through the use of group activities students might create a newscast puppet show historical role play or debate an ethical legal social or genetic issue individual activities for students might include making brochures or power point presentations to explain traveler health problems diseases development of new technology or health and fitness issues students are encouraged to take an interest in current local state national and international health issues and research to obtain creditable news sources available basis this course is for students who have a strong desire to pursue a career in the welding or welding engineering field which will require post-secondary training basic welding information and techniques are introduced and students are given hands-on practice in the welding lab by enrolling in this course students will be able to advance to a higher level of skill and knowledge by the time they graduate from high school welding i/ii grades 11-122-3 creditsall yearrecommendationsgood background in math and good hand-eye coordination the welding technology program teaches students the various metals that can be welded and how to weld in different positions students learn basic blue print reading layout skills weld symbols and basic mathematics used by most welders students are taught s m aw stick gmawmig collision repair technology collision repair technology is an automotive class offered in which we work on the bodies of cars the work we do can be on the outside of the car or your interior the types of job we do range from fixing dents to frame work it is one of the programs that offers articulation which is free college credit that will transfer to certain schools if you like hands-on work and are passionate about cars this is a class you may consider taking the class is three periods long and taught by lonnie oliver five things you will learn how to apply primer properly how to repair dents how to work a frame machine how to weld properly how to write an estimation five class projects you will do i car welding test painting projects s.e.m certification skills usa competition optional restoration projects why students enroll in the program cody-wanted to pursue a career in collision after high school austin-thought the program looked cool lauren worked on cars all her life and enjoys doing it jessie-wanted to go to college for collision lonnie oliver instructor mental health issues in health care grades 10-121/2 creditsemester this course is designed for students interested in pursuing a medical career and learning about mental health issues covered within this class include assessment diagnosis and treatment of mental illness in a long term and community based setting diagnoses covered include but not limited to depressive disorders anxiety disorders bipolar affective disorder manic depressive schizophrenia chemical dependence and eating disorders legal and ethical issues in health care grades 10-121/2 creditsemester this course is designed for students interested in pursuing a medical career and will introduce them to legal moral and ethical dilemmas health care professionals deal with on a daily basis students will research and debate malpractice cases investigate cases of license revocation criminal and civil law right to die privacy rights within health care along with current controversial issues within health care the legal and ethical implications of these issues will also be discussed in this course gtawtig ofc/ofwtorch cutting and welding brazing plasma arc cutting carbon arc cutting the use of semiautomatic cutting and welding equipment and are encouraged to work at their own speed second year students will complete projects and have on-the-job training opportunities at some of the community businesses students also have the opportunity to become american welding society aws certified see below this course is a two-year half-day program open to juniors and seniors for 2-3 units of credit each year to enroll in welding ii students must successfully complete welding i american welding society certification level i matc is approved by the american welding society aws to train and certify entry-level welders we are a level 1 sense school schools excelling through national skill standards education students are pre-tested to determine how much training is needed in order to receive certification which requires passing a written exam and hands-on welding tests the written exam consists of 225 questions covering the following topics safety electrical principles math/measuring smaw stick gmaw mig gtaw tig fcaw flux core mig pac plasma arc cutting cac-a carbon arc cutting-air and ofc/w oxy-fuel cutting and welding principles visual exams welding terms and definitions students must also pass hands-on welding tests using the above welding processes records of successful applicants are maintained by aws in a nationwide welding registry this system allows employers to verify individual welding qualifications easily and with confidence without additional testing successful applicants are maintained on active status with the national registry for at least one year 13 welding technology-articulated and dual credit is available for this program embedded credit is available in this program www.classjump.com/s skistler introduction to welding i/ii grades 9-101 creditall yearstudents must complete an application process and be approved for admission by the admission committee enrollment is limited to a space

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in distribution financing marketing-information management and product service management opportunities are provided for students to apply problemsolving information gathering processing and reporting emphasis will be placed on promotional planning and public relations through community involved research projects and event planning activities financial considerations related to business profit/loss will be explored throughout the course students are presented with problem-solving situations for which they must apply high-level critical thinking skills as with marketing the students are also in charge of operating the matc cornerstone school store on a rotation basis throughout the year and participation in the work cooperative education program is an option yet it will give students an opportunity to apply marketing skills in the workplace · · · 1 credit earned for classroom instruction 2 credits earned for classroom instruction and working 10-19 hours per week 3 credits earned for classroom instruction and working 20 or more hours per week students knowledge about the multitude of job opportunities in the health care industry plus enhance their knowledge regarding the nature of work educational requirements training employment earnings career outlook and medical terminology students will learn basic skills such as how to take vital signs cardiopulmonary resuscitation cpr first aid body mechanics etc students will also have opportunities to meet and talk with current health care professionals tour of health care settings and interact with patients by participating in screening clinics at various local businesses ex blood pressure vision etc medical anatomy grades 10­12 1/2 credit 1st semester this course is designed for students interested in pursuing a medical career the curriculum of the program is designed to help students develop a solid beginning foundation in anatomy and physiology the anatomy in clay curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning as students use manikins and clay to build the anatomy systems of the human body the content of this class will enhance students knowledge base needed for pursuing a medical career medical skills grades 10­12 1 2 creditsemester this course is designed to help familiarize students with some of the basic safety and health care skills a medical professional first develops included in the curriculum but not limited to is the practicing of such skills as cardiopulmonary resuscitation first aide vital signs transfers and principles of infection control medical terminology grade 10-12 1/2 creditsemesterarticulated credit is available for this course this course is designed to help students acquire the medical language used by health care professionals the curriculum is presented in an easy format which helps students break down every term into its components by understanding how each term is formed students can then better identify and understand new medical terms in addition each chapter profiles a different health profession and body system while prompting students to master each term and its pronunciation by practicing pronouncing new terms with the aid of an audio glossary introduction to medical administration grade 10-12 1/2 creditsemester this course is designed to review students basic math skills then apply those skills to practical math applications utilized by medical career professionals the curriculum is presented in a problem solving format utilizing applications from different medical fields the content of this course is intended to build a beginning foundation of knowledge by applying and using examples of medication administration and procedures used by medical care professionals no medication will be administered in this course medical pathophysiology grade 10-12 1/2 credit2nd semester computer aided design drafting advanced marketing ii grade 12independent study by arrangement 1-3 creditsall yearprerequisite successful completion of advanced marketing advanced marketing ii continues where students finish in advanced marketing with emphasis on marketing research planning and problem-solving much of the work completed in advanced marketing ii will further developstudent understanding in distribution financing marketinginformation computer-aided design drafting cadd is a two-year program designed to prepare aspiring students with the technical knowledge drafting skills math skills and effective communication skills necessary to become an architect an engineer a designer or a draftsman the cadd program prepares students to enter the engineering construction and manufacturing fields drafting technicians translate the ideas of the engineer or architect into drawings which are the basic means of communication in industry using state-of-the-art computers equipment and software students develop adept drafting skills prepare for a career in drafting earn articulation credit towards colleges that offer a drafting program or prepare for pre-engineering and pre-architecture courses offered by colleges equipment utilized in the cadd program high speed computers with dual monitors autodesk design academy 2011 ­ autocad inventor revit architecture and 3ds max 3d printer ­ for creating real parts in plastic for design concept and prototyping large format photo-quality color plotter clean comfortable modern computer lab with the cadd program offering small classroom sizes this enables students to get personal instruction and high-quality curriculum guided by the drafting advisory committee students who successfully complete the program will be challenged to create technical engineering drawings architectural drawings 3d solid models and animations in both architecture and mechanical engineering design projects new product tower bridges the cadd program is taught by mark hawkins who has over twenty-five years of design drafting experience working in industry and has been teaching cadd at moberly area technical center since 2005 median salary data u.s department of labor 2010 architectural and civil drafters $44490 $48100 mechanical drafters $46640 engineering design technicians as technology continues to advance employers look for drafters with a strong background in fundamental drafting practices and designing ability after gaining professional experience qualified drafters may advance to higher level drafting or designer positions with continued education drafters can work to become engineers or architects often at their employer s expense with tuition reimbursement upon entering the cadd program students should possess good math geometry and basic computer skills management and product service management all marketing students are in charge of operating the matc cornerstone school store on a rotation basis throughout the year participation in the work cooperative education program is an option yet it will give students an opportunity to apply marketing skills in the workplace 12 medical technology articulated credit is available for this program embedded credit is available in this program if students meet the hourly enrollment requirement www.classjump.com/s/scooksey www classjump.com/c/cathykelly preparation for medical professions pre-med grades 11-122 creditsall yearrecommendations­student should have an interest in science and enjoy working with people this two hour block course is designed for junior and senior level students who desire to pursue a medical career the curriculum of the program will enhance students medical career education by developing a solid foundation of knowledge and skills necessary for obtaining a medical career the content of the program will expand why students took the computer aided design drafting program i chose this cadd program because i wanted to learn how to draw blueprints and how to read prints correctly it s a good start for careers like video game design and architecture when i was doing the 8th grade tours the big 3d printer caught my eye and i looked into cadd and found out i can do architecture and was sold ever since i chose the cadd program because i toured a bunch of vo-tech classes and this one stood out the most to me i thought that it would be interesting and a good skill to learn i was right because i ve always wanted to do something with engineering and i also like computers so cadd was perfect for engineering and computers what students have learned so far by taking this program there is more to drafting than just drawing how to make basic parts all the way to designing a house there is so much i can take away from this program when i go into the work force i ve learned how to design machine parts section and dimension them we ve learned how to create blueprints for houses which is great i have learned so far that without precise directions nothing can be built i have also learned how to discern one view from another mark hawkins instructor

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work like to fix things like using your mind and hands to build things then you need to enroll in introduction to machine tool technology you will experience the excitement of producing your own projects in a stateof-the-art machining lab while creating your projects you will learn basic machining information and techniques you will also have the opportunity to develop advanced machining skills and knowledge by the time you leave high school machine tool technology i/ii grades 11-122-3 creditsall year students will learn to operate lathes milling machines grinders and computer numerical control cnc machines to fabricate many different projects from steel and aluminum skills are taught through classroom instruction and hands-on training second year students learn mastercam programming for cnc operations metallurgy heat treatment a n d precision grinding design students will use a variety of skills attitudes and abilities needed for success in today s workplace career planning critical thinking decision making and teamwork the application of mathematics english and technology will all be used to execute marketing activities and projects the students are also in charge of operating the matc cornerstone school store on a rotation basis throughout the year participation in the work cooperative education program is an option yet it will give students an opportunity to apply marketing skills in the workplace · · · 1 credit earned for classroom instruction 2 credits earned for classroom instruction and working 10-19 hours per week 3 credits earned for classroom instruction and working 20 or more hours per week advertising and sales promotion grades 10-12 ½-1 ½ creditssemester recommendations computer applications math skills communication skills in this semester course students will gain knowledge in the advertising and promotional components of the promotional mix promotion and advertising is key to persuasive communication companies use promotional techniques to enhance their public image and reputation as well as educate the public about an issue or cause this course will educate the students in the marketing mix promotional mix types of promotion display features artistic design advertising media elements of advertising and advertising layout students will have the opportunity to work with local patrons businesses and/or school officials in completing project work hospitality travel and tourism grades 10-12 ½-1 ½ creditssemester recommendations computer applications math skills communication skills students will gain insight towards the changing career opportunities in hospitality travel and tourism tourism is one of the top leading industries hospitality prepares students to work in the catering and accommodation industries from hotels and restaurants to leisure centers and hospitals tourism courses enable you to work in hotels restaurants travel companies as a tour operator or travel agent guide rep and manager another key component of this course may include but is not required student travel through deca an association of marketing students as well as a summer travel abroad to a destination determined by the group leader a variety of locations will be scheduled as an opportunity for students with summer international travel scheduled every two to three years as students discuss and/or participate in travel experience they will gain a multitude of knowledge from other cultures an irreplaceable way to learn advanced marketing grades 11-121-3 creditsall year prerequisite successful completion of marketing i recommendation advanced computer skills advanced marketing further develops student understanding computer information systems are you the one that all of your friends and family come to when their computer doesn t work right or maybe you are interested in knowing how computers really work or how to connect them together are you already an avid user but want to know more and are considering a career in pc repair or networking the cis program is the place to start you will learn to design build and troubleshoot personal computers laptops and network servers you will be introduced to operating systems with advanced study in windows xp vista windows 7 server 2008 linux and mac os you will learn basic network setup network administration local area network lan wireless local area network wlan and wide area network wan configuration you will be introduced to basic robotic programming 3-d graphics basic computer programming voice over ip phone systems and power over ethernet cameras you will also create a website and movie maker project you will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills needed to pass the ic3 certification a nationally recognized testing program that certifies the competency of entry-level computer service technicians students in the cis program will have the opportunity to earn embedded credit in math and language arts projects create a website assemble a computer setup cable a network and server install create a movie maker project setup ip phones cameras student quotes why they took the program nick marshall -westran i took cis because i enjoy computers and i wanted to do something in life that i enjoy brett blakemore -harrisburg i am very interested in computers and i don t know anything about them and i want to learn about them wyatt mathis -cairo i took this program to learn network security student quotes what have they learned in this program tiffany sharon -sturgeon how to use microsoft s server 2008 michael thomas -cairo the knowledge to setup a network and server zach richardson instructor cis i bill mosness instructor cis ii the machine tool technology program provides students with training for the following career areas cnc operators quality control engineers production engineers tool and die apprentice lathe operation milling machine operation surface grinder operation and precision measurement students completing the machine tool program enter the job market with the potential for high employment and high wage opportunities or enter post-secondary education with a solid background in machining the course is a two-year half-day program open to juniors and seniors for 3 units of credit each year to enroll in machine tool technology ii students must successfully complete machine tool technology i 11 marketing-articulated marketing credit is available for this program www.classjump.com/c/classjumpcomstuart grades 10-121-3 creditsall year recommendations computer applications math skills communication skills marketing is the process of planning and executing the product price distribution and promotion of goods and/or services this course provides students with the application of marketing activities within the promotional mix advertising personal selling promotional planning and public relations the course also provides students with a variety of projects covering research and product what you can learn in the cis program how to assemble a pc and repair common problems how to create a basic website how to create a movie maker project how to configure and repair windows 7 how to set up configure and support a network server how to produce 3d graphics animations how to configure and support ip phones cameras

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windows 7 server 2008 linux and mac students will learn basic network setup network administration local area network lan wireless local area network wlan and wide area network wan configuration students will be introduced to basic robotic programming 3-d graphics basic computer programming voice-over ip phone systems and power over ethernet cameras students will also create a website and movie maker project students will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills needed to pass the ic3 certification a nationally recognized testing program that certifies the competency of entry-level computer service technicians to enroll in cis ii students must pass unit 1 of the ic3 certification and earn a minimum of a c each semester in computer information systems i in many technical fields computers to lasers to fiber optics this is the course for you you will be from automotive robotics 8 cooperative career education cooperative career education www.classjump.com/b beets grade 11-121-3 creditsall yearrestrictions the program coordinator must approve the optional training station this class prepares students for employment students enrolled in this program will receive classroom instruction encompassing employer-employee relations selfknowledge career exploration working with others in teams and how to apply and resign from a position students will explore the world of work through various educational methods and will conduct in-depth career research through the internet additional units will cover workplace readiness a n d engaged in hands-on labs that will develop your knowledge and skills in ac and dc and simple digital electronics you will learn how these circuits are used in audio-video surveillance systems robotics lasers avionics bio-medicine and computers electronics technology i/ii grade 11-123 creditsall year students in electronics technology will learn the necessary skills needed to prepare for the field of electronics from basic dc/ac electronic theory to advanced digital applications students will design build and test a variety of electronic circuits a hands-on intense program students will work in a progressive lab with state-of-theart test equipment during the first year students will be introduced to audio-video surveillance robotics and sound system installation during the second year students will learn advanced-security systems robotic programming fiber optics and advanced sound system programming students also have the opportunity to become iscet certified see below this course is a two-year half-day program open to juniors and seniors for 2-3 units of credit each year to enroll in electronics technology ii students must successfully complete electronics technology i international society for certified electronics technicians i.s.c.e.t recommendations algebra upon completion of electronics technology i students can take the associate-level cet test for technicians or students with less than four years of experience testing for the journeyman-level cet is also available international musical instrument technical association i.m.i.t.a upon completion of electronics technology ii students can take the test to be certified through i.m.i.t.a as a technician electronics technology economics at work students enrolled in cce may opt to enroll for cooperative education credit if they have a coordinator approved training station · · · 1 credit earned for classroom instruction 2 credits earned for classroom instruction and working 10-19 hours per week 3 credits earned for classroom instruction and working 20 or more hours per week 9 electronics technology-articulated credit is available for this program embedded credit is available in this program www.classjump.com/m/matc electronics introduction to electronics technology grade 101 creditall year students will be introduced to the exciting field of electronics technology through a state-of-the-art lab if you are interested in becoming an electrical engineer electronic technician or gaining the foundational skills used the electronics technology program is geared to teach students about the amazingly wide field of electronics all students will receive instruction in dc ac solid state devices semi-conductors digital and microprocessors computers then during their second year students can choose to specialize in a variety of areas such as rf radio frequency telecommunications low voltage wiring techniques hvac high voltage alternating current security cameras laser light amplified through stimulated emissions of radiation audio systems video systems programmable logic controls robotics automation and/or fiber optics students will learn through lecture power point presentations and labs with hands-on activities all lessons are taught in a fundamental manner allowing students a choice of many fields to go into everything from avionics to x-ray technology students will learn how to use oscilloscopes in order to precisely measure voltage volume amplitude time and frequency use voltmeters ohm meters and ammeters use logic probes in order to troubleshoot digital systems computers use radio frequency antennae analyzers learn how to read a schematic diagram in order to troubleshoot and repair an electrical system as well as build an electronic circuit five projects that electronics students will be doing build multiple 555 timer circuits that can be programmed to turn things on and off at regular intervals or to create a frequency build a back and forth flasher that flashes a group of 16 leds on and off in a visually appealing pattern build an alarm system keypad lockout that teaches students how to build combinational lockouts for alarms build a signal tracer which is a small high-gain audio amplifier used in audio system troubleshooting build program and maintain a robot 10 articulated credit is available for this program embedded credit is available in this program www.classjump.com/m machinetooltechnology introduction to machine tool technology grade 101 creditall year if you are mechanically inclined creative enjoy challenging machine tool technology why students take electronics technology i m taking this program because it enables me to explore a variety of careers in electronics austin carlin 2nd year student moberly high school i want to go into avionics or installation of mobile electronic devices cj bothe 1st year student moberly high school i ve enjoyed the reactions of my fellow students when i power up one of my projects for the first time adam wegs 2nd year student moberly high school tim davis instructor

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6 computer aided design drafting-articulated credit is available introduction to engineering architectural design and for this program embedded credit is available in this program www.classjump com/m/markhawkins grade 10-121 creditall year recommendations good math background and basic computer skills this course is designed for students with little or no drafting background who are aspiring to become a drafter architect engineer or designer the course explores the basics of drafting and this advanced course focuses on training students in the techniques of 3-d modeling rendering and animation on the personal computer the course introduces the principles of visualization which enables students to create presentation drawings for both architectural and industrial product design the course focuses on teaching students the design of parts by parametric solid modeling autodesk inventor and solidworks in the study of mechanical drafting detail and assembly drawings and advanced dimensioning and tolerancing techniques students will learn system customization including menu development and macro programming using autolisp advanced drawing techniques and drafting applications will also be included students become familiar with the different methods of developing 3d graphics and animation using autodesk 3ds max software advanced architecture in commercial design will also be taught using autodesk revit software this course uses design projects to teach students about working on design teams students will also learn techniques about obtaining a drafting job upon successful completion students will be able to obtain a drafting job and/or earn articulated college credit 7 computer information systemsarticulated credit is available for this program embedded credit is available in this program www.classjump.com/c computerinformationsystemsi www.classjump.com/m matc_cis2 machine tool technology computer information systems i/ii grades 10-122 or 3 creditsall yearprerequisite computer applications and no computer violations for school year previous to enrollment students may appeal this decision in writing to the matc director within 5 days of enrollment rejection notification computer information systems cis is a course designed for students that aspire to be in the technology industry and want to be exposed to the various disciplines this course is a two-year program open to sophomores juniors and seniors for 2-3 units of credit first year 3 units of credit second year students enrolling for 2 units of credit first year will still be expected to complete all of the course work this option should only be utilized by students who either have a solid background in computers or excel at concept mastery students will learn to design build and troubleshoot personal computers laptops and network servers students will be introduced to operating systems with advanced study in windows xp vista blueprint concepts through hands-on experience while using autocad computer drafting software course content includes careers in drafting/engineering/architecture use of drafting equipment drafting techniques lettering geometric construction multi-view and isometric drawings and basic dimensioning students will also be instructed in residential architecture drafting techniques required to design and draft floor plans computer-aided design drafting i grade 11-122-3 creditsall yearrecommendations good math background and basic computer skills want to build an engine from a block of steel do you enjoy learning how mechanical things work and would like to build them from raw steel do you want a career that pays you a high wage doing what you enjoy machine tool technology is the class for you you will learn how to operate milling machines lathes grinders saws and how to program and run cnc mills and lathes when you earn your completers certificate you will have the skills to start to work out of high school in an entry level position or you can articulate your credit with four post secondary colleges to pursue a degree a few skills you will learn in machine tool are fabricate a project from blueprints how to work safely and efficiently in a machine shop how to use precise measuring equipment leadership skills working on group projects or participating in skills usa how to program basic cnc projects using mastercam a few projects you will have the opportunity to make are hammer air powered engine signs on the cnc mill motorcycle parts gearshift knob the machine tool program is instructed by dusty ancell and has an advisory committee comprised of local machinists parents and community leaders who make decisions on curriculum and equipment purchases here is what machine tool students have to say i took machine tool because it looked interesting cody agee-moberly high school i have learned how to fabricate parts on mills and lathes from blueprints and write cnc programs alex grafelman-cairo high school dusty ancell instructor this course is designed for students with little or no drafting background who are aspiring to become a drafter architect engineer or designer the course covers the basics of drafting and blueprint concepts through hands-on experience while using autocad computer drafting software course content includes careers in drafting/engineering use of drafting equipment drafting techniques lettering geometric construction multi-view and isometric drawings sectional and auxiliary views and basic dimensioning students will also be instructed in residential architecture drafting techniques required to design and draft floor plans using architecture computer drafting software in the event of over-enrollment a basic visualization/math aptitude assessment test which emphasizes skills needed to be successful in this course will be administered to determine final enrollment to enroll in computer-aided design drafting ii students must earn a minimum of `c each semester in computer-aided design drafting i computer-aided design drafting ii grade 122-3 creditsall yearprerequisite c or better each semester of computer-aided design drafting i.

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and techniques utilized in solving business problems and making financial decisions students will develop skills in analyzing and interpreting information common to partnerships and corporations preparing formal statements and supporting schedules and using inventory and budgetary control systems the entire accounting cycle is expanded manually and on the computer using excel and quickbooks accounting software this program is highly recommended for anyone planning to attend college to be a certified public accountant cpa in a business-related field or for anyone planning to enter the workforce as a bookkeeper business principles management grades 10-121 creditall year are you interested in how business is organized owned and managed business principles and management is designed to provide an understanding of the characteristics organization and operations of business the course is geared to students who are exploring the possibility of a career in business and focuses on the role of the manager students will learn principles and concepts that will aid them in becoming effective members of the business community studying such topics as business environment types of ownership and the law information and communication systems production and marketing finance human resources and management business law topics such as torts contracts-proper form discharge and remedies for breach employment contracts regulations and employee protections buying and selling goods personal property and bailment will also be covered this course is especially recommended for those who will continue in any area of business at the college level or for those who have an interest in owning and operating their own business personal finance grade 101/2 crediteither semesterrequired for students to graduate understanding and managing personal finances are key to one s future financial success this one-semester course is based on the missouri personal finance competencies and presents essential knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about real-world financial issues students will learn how choices influence occupational options and future earning potential students will also learn to apply decision-making skills to evaluate career choices and set personal goals the course content is designed to help the learner make wise spending saving and credit decisions and to make effective use of income to achieve personal financial success supervised business experience sbe grades 11-121-2 creditsall year restrictions 1 the student must be at least 16 years old and a junior 2 the student must be enrolled in a technical business class and be responsible for transportation to and from the worksite enrollment is by approval of the sbe coordinator this course offers a supervised learning experience through the cooperation of school and business it provides an opportunity for students to attend classes at school and work in a business office to apply business knowledge skills and techniques to a specific job situation earned credit depends upon the number of certified hours worked per week by the student the instructor must approve all workstations the student must also be enrolled in a technical business course at the same time as earning supervised business experience credit credit · · 1 credit earned for working 10-19 hours per week 2 credits earned for working 20 or more hours per week credit is available for this program embedded credit is available in this program www.classjump.com/l lonnieoliver collision repair technology i/ii 5 collision repair technology articulated grades 11-123 creditsall year this program is certified by the national automotive technicians education foundation natef recommendations ­ students should have the ability to understand and apply math skills general knowledge of the use of hand and power tools possess good hand-eye coordination manual dexterity and be free from allergies students in collision repair technology will learn to repair damaged vehicles to their pre-accident condition using the same state-of-the-art equipment used in industry students in collision repair technology i will be introduced to the different types of technology used in collision repair they will use hand and power tools learn to raise and support vehicles repair sheet metal plastic and fiberglass use plastic body filler replace panels and be introduced to refinishing in addition first year students will learn how to complete damage reports used for estimating students enrolled in collision repair technology ii will repair panels made of plastic metal and fiberglass replace whole panels practice refinishing learn frame repair and repair suspension systems collision repair technology students receive practical experience in auto body repair parts replacement automotive painting welding and frame straightening this course is a two-year half-day program open to juniors and seniors for 3 units of credit each year to enroll in collision repair technology ii students must successfully complete collision repair technology i sem certified technician students completing in-shop training can be sem certified in the following areas 1 plastic repair and refinishing 2 interior repair 3 metal bonding 4 spray-on bedliners pro spot welding systems technician students completing in-shop training can be pro spot certified in basic squeeze type resistance spot welding and weld testing what is marketing all about marketing is the process of planning and executing the product price distribution and promotion of goods and/or services this course provides students with marketing activities that focus on the promotional mix advertising personal selling promotional planning and public relations this course also provides students with a variety of projects covering research and product design students will use a variety of skills attitudes and abilities needed for success in today s workplace career planning critical thinking decision making and team work the application of mathematics english and technology will all be used to execute marketing activities and projects the students are also in charge of operating the matc cornerstone school store as students advance to a second year in advanced marketing they will further develop understanding in distribution financing marketing-information management and product service management opportunities are provided for students to apply problem-solving information gathering processing and reporting emphasis will be placed on promotional planning and public relations through community involved research projects and event planning activities financial considerations related to business profit/loss will be explored throughout the course students are presented with problem-solving situations for which they must apply high-level critical thinking skills why should students enroll in marketing students should enroll in marketing to further their knowledge in business and marketing marketing is in everything around us this course is designed to give hands-on experience with equipment as well as working with customers it is a great way to explore the world of business and marketing in order to see if this might be something for your future five things students will learn in the marketing program work experience in a retail business matc cornerstone school store increase communication skills presentations to judges at academic competition preparing presentations preparing reports increase mathematic skills counting back cash researching and calculating business operations costs researching and calculating profit/loss career skills preparing resume cover letter references etc connect to business/local community public relations projects and customer service activities five projects students will complete in marketing career documents and electronic portfolio research projects business/marketing plan desktop publishing projects business cards brochures flyers etc for the business/marketing plan business web site commercials using imovie and/or movie maker why students took marketing and what they have learned i took advanced marketing because i loved being in deca and marketing as a junior i fell in love with deca my senior year when i went to state competition in march i realized that pursuing marketing as a career is something i really wanted to do it allows me to think creatively and outside of the ways i do in all of my other classes mrs stuart is also incredibly supportive and enthusiastic about being involved in deca and marketing i have learned how to create brochures flyers and other promotional items i have also made a professional looking resume and learned how a business works i know now how to effectively use the microsoft office suite for several different documents knowing how to market myself is one of the most important skills i have gained i know how to present myself in an interview and as a professional i have gained knowledge of the business world through deca i know how to speak in front of a judge and present ideas in an effective way i have also met amazing friends who i will probably keep in touch with through college i know how to act in a professional environment and interact with new people kelsey boardsenmoberly high school the school store teaches kids to take control when it s your turn to work it gives them work experience and kind of the feel of working keri benner moberly high school the store offers a beginning to a job for students like me derian inlow-smith moberly high school marketing sonda stuart instructor

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estimating supervision layout and problem solving the course is a two-year half-day program open to juniors and seniors for 3 units of credit each year to enroll in building technology ii students must successfully complete building technology i multimedia grades 10-121 creditall yearprerequisite computer applications-both semesters this course addresses the technological skills required of students to create effective electronic presentations for companies the demand for multimedia knowledge and ability to apply it will continue to increase as businesses utilize multimedia functions such as graphics audio video and electronic presentations students will work with multimedia software to develop advanced electronic presentations they will learn how to manipulate text art graphics photography animation audio and video for presentations in various media formats web design grades 10-121 creditall yearprerequisites computer applications-both semesters rapid technological advancement by businesses to reach global markets greater focus on industry 4 business and technology articulated credit is available for this program www.classjump.com/v vhoward classjump.com/c coachrichardsonsclass www classjump.com/g/giarraputo computer applications grades 9-121 creditall year this course is designed to help students master beginning and advanced skills in the areas of word processing database management spreadsheet applications desktop publishing multimedia internet usage and integrated software applications ms office 2007 xp will be used in this course mos certification grades 10-121/2 creditsemester prerequisite computer applications with a minimum grade of b for both semesters medical technology think you might be interested in a health career then consider the unique opportunity offered by the medical technology program at the moberly area technical center while attending your home high school you can also enroll in one of the nine medical technology classes mrs cooksey and mrs kelly the medical technology instructors have many years of experience in the health profession plus they have experience working with students interested in pursuing a career in health the nine classes offered are geared towards exposing students to the basic foundation of knowledge required when pursuing a professional career in health want to know more the following is a list of classes with what you will learn from the medical technology program also included are the student s thoughts and comments about their classes medical anatomy ­students will learn through the use of a skeleton manikin and molding clay how to mold and identify the structures and functions of the twelve body s systems in this class i have learned most of the bones in the body i have also learned the names of the muscles and where they are located i am very happy to have taken this anatomy class ­ krissi smith fayette i took medical anatomy because i felt it would prepare me for my future career as a physical therapist elaina sells moberly i have learned first aid cpr and how to use an epi pen ­ liticia allen moberly medical terminology ­will learn the prefixes suffixes root words spelling and pronunciation of medical terms medical contemporary issues ­ produce a traveler health care brochure group and individual power points presentations related to current issues in health care introduction to medical administration ­ use basic math skills and critical thinking on how to figure and measure iv drip rates intake and output of fluids and how to calculate oral and liquid medication dosages i took mrs cooksey s medical classes for two years because i am interested in dentistry and the classes will help cheyanne hubert ­ moberly this program has a wide variety of opportunities and gives students a choice to succeed in their goals tiffany smith fayette students will prepare for the microsoft office specialist mos word excel and powerpoint exams these exams will certify students according to nationally recognized computing skills standards students will take the mos exams on-line through microsoft corporation if passed students will be nationally certified which will help advance career prospects in a competitive job market or result in advanced standing in post-secondary programs graphic arts i grades 10-121 creditall year prerequisite computer applications-both semesters this is an introductory course designed to prepare students for employment in a career area which includes graphic arts skills students develop proficiency in the areas of publication set-up typography concepts managing images demonstrating design concepts and performing print processes this course follows industry standards for professional layout and design in the world of publishing using adobe cs4 software students learn the basics of how to create professional looking documents in a creative graphic design atmosphere graphic arts ii grades 11-121 creditall yearprerequisite computer applications and graphic arts 1 this is an advanced course designed to prepare students for employment in a career area which includes graphic arts skills students develop proficiency in the areas of publications set-up typography concepts managing images demonstrating design concepts and performing print processes this course follows industry standards for professional layout and design in the world of publishing using adobe cs4 software students learn the basics of how to create professional looking documents in a creative graphic design atmosphere certifications and national skill standards expansion of responsibilities of office workers portability of employee skills ­ all these increase the need for business students in career education programs to have skills in web design and maintenance this course deals with the use of html graphics applications and other web authoring tools to design edit launch and maintain web sites and pages such topics as internet theory web page standards web design elements user interfaces special effects navigation and emerging web technologies will be included accounting i grades 10-121 creditall year this course introduces double-entry accounting it covers the complete accounting cycle in its simplest form and then expands the cycle by using special journals subsidiary ledgers and detailed financial statements microcomputers and practice sets will be used to reinforce accounting concepts additional units include instruction in payroll checking accounts the 10 keypad and preparation of personal income tax returns this course reinforces needed skills characteristics and attitudes not just for business purposes but for everyday living students will learn principles that are important for personal use for use by all business workers for use in decision-making by management and to prepare for a career accounting ii grades 11-121 creditall yearprerequisite computer applications and a minimum grade of c in accounting i this course is designed to help students acquire a more thorough in-depth knowledge of accounting procedures medical pathophysiology ­describe six different diseases that occur with each of the body s twelve systems which include how it happens symptoms to look for and risk factors for the disorder medical skills ­ will learn american heart association s cpr and first aid medical technology program advisory committeethis program has a very active advisory committee which is made up of people from our community and surrounding area members of this committee volunteer their time to work with the medical technology instructors to insure that the program keeps current regarding new health care and educational trends advisors make many suggestions regarding the curriculum and classroom equipment members volunteer to be judges during the skills usa contest donate supplies and scholarship money to students we want to thank the members for their leadership role and their contributions they make for 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is an integral part of the course offering students the opportunity to be involved in leadership activities and to receive recognition for accomplishments made pertaining to classroom achievement fish and wildlife management/forestry grades 9-12offered 2012-2013 school year1 creditall year this course is designed to give instruction in the areas of fish wildlife and forestry units include natural resource conservation conservation careers fish and wildlife values habitat management principles and techniques animal life histories fish and wildlife protection forest units include the importance of forest resources identifying missouri trees planting trees forestry tools and equipment and timber stand improvement ffa is an integral part of the course offering the opportunity to be involved in leadership activities and to receive recognition for accomplishments made pertaining to classroom achievements landscape and turf management i/ii grades 9-122 creditsall year this course is designed to give instruction in landscaping and turf management and to develop entry level skills in designing landscapes for homes and businesses as well as taking care of athletic fields and golf courses units include how plants grow use of hand and power tools installation of trees shrubs bedding plants ground covers turf grass site analysis and evaluation plant identification and selection design elements and cost estimates students examine science as both content and process practical experience outside the classroom on-site will be provided students will perform actual landscaping work appropriate dress is recommended ffa is an integral part of the course offering the opportunity to be involved in leadership activities and to receive recognition for accomplishments made pertaining to classroom achievements to enroll in landscape and turf management ii students must have successfully completed landscape and turf management i agricultural cooperative education grades 11-121-2 creditsall yearrestrictions ­ students workstation must be a full time agriculture business with approval of agricultural instructor all credit earned depends on exact number of weekly hours worked averaging work hours is not allowed students must be concurrently enrolled in agribusiness i or ii participation in the agricultural cooperative education program will follow all requirements as set down in the current program requirements published by the agriculture program this course is designed for an agriculture student to train at an instructor-approved agricultural or related workstation the work must be paid work with earned academic credit depending upon the number of certified work hours engaged in weekly by the student all workstations must be pre-approved by the instructor before enrollment in the course credit · 1 credit earned for working 10-19 hours per week · 2 credits earned for working 20 or more hours per week credit is available for this program embedded credit is available in this program www.classjump.com/m magruder automotive technology i/ii grades 11-123 creditsall year this program is certified by the national automotive technicians education foundation natef recommendations students should have a good math and science background the automotive te chnologyprogramteaches students to service and repair automobiles course content covers development of inspection skills diagnosis of malfunctions disassembly repair or replacement of automobile engines power trains steering brakes electrical systems and air-conditioning instruction includes proper use of diagnostic test equipment and tools used in the repair process this course is a two-year half-day program open to juniors and seniors for 3 units of credit each year to enroll in automotive technology ii students must successfully complete automotive technology i 3 building technology-articulated credit is available for this program embedded credit is available in this program www.classjump.com/b/buildingtrades building technology i/ii grades 11-123 creditsall year recommendations student should have a good math and general science background mechanical aptitude dexterity balance and good hand-eye coordination the building technology program teaches students the basics of carpentry masonry electrical wiring and plumbing as related to residential structures students learn how to operate hand and power tools commonly used in the construction trades students also receive instruction in first aid safety and communication skills second year students c a n specialize i n medical technology preparation for medical professions this is a two-hour block class in which you will learn 300 dean vaughn medical terms medical skills careers in the medical field and lots more i took preparations for medical professions because i am planning on going into a medical field i m glad i did because i love it molly gregory-sturgeon the preparations for medical professions class has helped me so much in pursuing a career in the health field giving me and teaching me about all the different career options has helped out in directing me towards a career in the dental field once i graduate from college shelby aleshire ­ moberly i took the preparations for medical professions class because i want to go into the medical field it s a very informative class and it helps with the basics of the medical field it includes things like learning 300 root words it s easier than it sounds trust me and how to check vital signs it s a must for those interested in anything medical kelli westhues ­ moberly i took preparations for medical professions because i found out if you re going into the medical field this would be a very good class to prepare you for whatever medical field you are seeking at first i didn t know how it was going to be but it has turned out to be very helpful and lots of fun zach vomund ­ moberly mental health issues in health care ­ learn about the history of mental illness and examine the different diagnoses such as anxiety disorder schizophrenia addictions and much more i took mental health issues in health care to learn more about the mind when working in a health field you have to know how to treat the whole person mrs kelly is a great teacher and she has exposed us to other topics that i haven t learned in any other class before logan nichols ­ moberly legal and ethical issues in health care ­ want to dive into legal and ethical dilemmas by debating discussing and researching issues such as stem cell research euthanasia the right to die etc then join us as we learn laws and ethical issues that concern health care the legal and ethical issues in health care class room itself is very mellow and calm the materials and books covered the curriculum very well opinions from experts and physicians were added and reviews of court cases that covered the subject of the chapter were included this class would be helpful to anyone interested in going into the field of medicine brandon fugate moberly 2 automotive technology-articulated sherry cooksey instructor cathy kelly instructor

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