Fox Valley Career Center

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING FOX VALLEY CAREER CENTER COURSES

If you are considering a program offered through the Fox Valley Career Center for next year, please read the following before making your decision. The Fox Valley Career Center offers a variety of specialized vocational courses and program that its individual member schools are unable to support on their own. Batavia High School's affiliation with the Center represents a significant financial commitment on the part of School District. Therefore, before enrolling in a Fox Valley Career Center course we ask that you consider the following:

FVCC programs run for the entire school year. You may not drop a course during the year.
Satellite courses are offered at various sites, and students signing up for these courses are responsible for their own transportation. Make sure you have reliable transportation before signing up for a satellite course. Be aware that signing up for a satellite course does not automatically guarantee you a parking space at BHS.
The time schedules for satellite courses often do not fit well with our schedule. Students may have to leave early and arrive late to classes and may have not have a full lunch period. It is the student's responsibility to make arrangements with BHS staff to make up any materials missed.
Batavia High School attendance and discipline policies will be followed at the satellite course locations. If these expectations cannot be met, students may be dropped from the program without credit, will not be able to enroll in another course, and will be assigned to in-schoolsuspension for the remainder of the semester.

Finally, we ask that you read the class description thoroughly and ask questions so that you are comfortable that this program and the schedule will meet your needs. Student initiated changes will not be permitted after May 15. Descriptions of courses at Fox Valley Career Center are given below. These courses are open to juniors and seniors. On site Fox Valley Career courses consist of two (2) blocks all year. If there is a charge in addition to the home school fees, it is shown in the description. These fees will be paid at FVCC. The costs listed below are projected from the 2005-2006 school year and are as accurate as possible at this time. Minor changes may occur due to supplier cost fluctuations.
On site classes:
Fox Valley Career Center
Kaneland High School, Maple Park, IL

The bus is an extension of Batavia High School, and the same behavior expectations listed in the Batavia High School Student Handbook are thus in effect. If a student cannot meet these expectations, he or she will be dropped from the program without credit, will not be able to enroll in another course, and will be assigned to In School Suspension for the remainder of the term. All students taking on site FVCC classes will also be required to take Technical Math as a junior and Technical Writing as a senior.

Automotive Technology I & II (4 terms, 3 credits)

Prerequisite: None
Level: Jr & Sr Elective
Fee: $32.00 per year. Students are required to furnish safety glasses and personal hand tools. (Hand tools average between $150-$250 and subject to change due to manufacturers costs.) Tools are required by 2nd week of class.
The students have the opportunity to master fundamental skills necessary to obtain employment in the automotive service industry. Areas studied include electrical systems, tune-ups lubrication, fuel systems, cooling, exhaust, brakes, steering and alignment. Job seeking and job keeping skills will also be covered. Second year advance students will continue to develop engine skills in computer diagnostics and engine building. Articulated credit is available at Waubonsee and Elgin Community College.

Computer Technology I & II (4 terms, 3 credits)

Prerequisite: None
Level: Jr & Sr Elective
Fee: $20.00 per year plus $8.00-$10.00 for wristband.
Students in this class will learn basic concepts related to computer maintenance and repair, computer upgrading and software installation. Major topics to be covered include: how software and hardware work together, the system board, floppy drives, hard drive installation and support, troubleshooting fundamentals, understanding and managing memory, supporting Windows 95/98, electricity and power supplies, multimedia technology, and building your own PC. Students will gain hands-on experience in the above areas. A review of MS Office Skills will also be covered. Students will also prepare for the A+ certification exam (an entry-level exam for PC technicians offered by the Comp TIA organization. The second year students will learn how to create a web page using HTML. Students will learn how to incorporate text, links, graphic images, image maps, forms, and tables into a web page. Additionally, students will use a digital camera to incorporate images into their web pages. Organizing and managing a web server will also be discussed.
During the second semester, students will have an opportunity to learn about computer networks. Students will learn key concepts related to networking technologies, including cable types, protocols, and network designs. Each student will have an opportunity to install, configure and manage a network server using Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 operating system.
Students will be expected to help with special projects related to both PC maintenance and repair as well as web page design and/or network administration projects.

Electronics Technology I & II (4 terms, 3 credits)

Prerequisite: None
Level: Jr & Sr Elective
Fee: $36.00 for Electronics I / $16.00 for Electronics II
A variety of common electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, transformers, inductors, and a number of different types of transistors and integrated circuits are covered in this class. These components are used by the students to build and experiment with large variety of common electronic circuits. Students learn how to troubleshoot and repair common electronic circuits by using difference kinds of electronics testing equipment such as digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes and audio generators. A large amount of electronics work requires the reading of color coded components; therefore, color blindness could be a severe hindrance to a students in this program.
The second year is an extension of the first with a heavy emphasis on digital electronic components and circuits, more complex/expensive test equipment, and an increased emphasis on troubleshooting and repairing electronic circuits.

Small Engine Mechanics I & II (4 terms, 3 credits)

Prerequisite: None
Level: Jr & Sr Elective
Fee: $30.00 plus all students are required to purchase hand tools and safety glasses. (Hand tools average between $150-$200 and subject to change due to manufacturers cost.) Tools are required by the 2nd week of class.
Emphasis will be placed on small engines including lawnmowers, motorcycles, snowmobiles and chain saws. Content will include units from minor tune-ups and adjustments through major overhauls. Students will learn how to use measuring instruments such as micrometers. Second year students will diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and make repairs in a minimum amount of time. The diagnosis will require problem-solving ability. The student will advance to work on multi-cylinder engines.

Electrician-Residential/Commercial I & II (4 terms, 3 credits)

Prerequisite: None
Level: Jr & Sr Elective
Fee: $20.00 per year plus all students are required to purchase safety glasses.
In this course, a variety of wiring practices involving the use of Romex cable and thinwall steel conduit to construct most of the lighting and receptacle outlet circuits found in modern homes. Included in the course are basic electrical circuit theory, electrical motor theory, multimeter and continuity test usage, troubleshooting of electrical circuits, National Electrical Code rules, blue print reading and meter box and circuit breaker panel wiring. The second year is an extension of the first year of the program with a heavy emphasis on thinwall conduit work, more complex circuits and components, and much more emphasis on the National Electrical Code rules. Also included in the course is work with magnetic motor control circuits and components and 200 amp service entrance meter box and circuit breaker panel wiring. A large emphasis is placed on blueprint reading.

Welding I & II (4 terms, 3 credits)

Prerequisite: None
Level: Jr & Sr Elective
Fee: $35.00 per year plus students must supply their own safety glasses, heavy gloves, work shirt, and necessary tools.
This introduction course is designed to help students master skills in the following areas: shielded arc welding, gas metal arc welding, tungsten metal arc welding, oxyacetylene welding, bronzing, and flame cutting. Welding I students will complete a competency chart. Students must supply their own safety glasses, heavy gloves, and work shirt.
Welding II will utilize the concepts practices in Welding I with more in-depth specialization. A higher level of competency is expected. The course materials will be developed around problem solving fabrication equipment, operational procedures, production layout, technical functions and specific applications.

Early Childhood II (4 terms, 3 credits)

Prerequisite: Child Development and Child Care Lab
Level: Sr Elective
Fee: $25.00
This course continues the learning begun in Early Childhood I (Child Development & Child Care Lab). The emphasis is on working with infants and toddlers, children with special needs, and elementary schools throughout the community. Employability skills such as communicating and working with others are covered. Students will continue working on their professional portfolios. This class meets at Fox Valley Career Center. Students will ride the FVCC bus and take Technical Writing at BHS in conjunction with this class

Fire Science I (4 terms, 3 credits)

Prerequisite: None
Level: Jr & Sr Elective
Fee: $35.00
Students will cover fire suppression activities as prescribed by the IFSTA Essential Manual. In addition, they will cover the First Responder course and, if successful, they will become certified as a First Responder. Career and vocational center occupational training programs provide students with in-depth, hands-on learning experiences using laboratory facilities and equipment.

Horticulture I & II (4 terms, 3 credits)

Prerequisite: None
Level: Jr & Sr Elective
Fee: $25.00
The Horticulture program prepares students to produce, process, and market herbaceous and wood plants used for ornamental purposes. Students will also learn how to establish, maintain, and manage horticulture enterprises in the areas of floriculture, greenhouse operations, landscaping, nursery operations and turf management. Instruction in the use and maintenance of machinery and equipment is included. The class is located at Fox Valley Career Center. Students will ride the FVCC buss and take Technical Math or Technical Writing at Batavia High School in conjunction with this class.

Satellite Classes

All the programs listed below are located at an off-campus site and students must provide their own transportation.

Cosmetology I & II (4 terms, 3 credits)

Prerequisite: None
Level: Jr & Sr Elective
Site: Approved Cosmetology School
Fee: $2,250 also registration fee $100.00, plus kit fee between $650-$700 during the Cosmo I. Cost for the second year will average $250. (Subject to change by Cosmetology school)
Cosmetology I is divided into several units of study that include hair shaping, hair styling, draping, shampooing, blow dry styling, manicuring, facials, waving and sanitation. Chemistry and professional ethics will be taught in conjunction with the above units. Laboratory work and classroom instructions help students learn the theory required for licensing. Cosmetology II students continue work as a continuation of Cosmo I to acquire more hours toward the 1500 hours required to meet the needed hours of licensing. After competing the second year of cosmetology and the 1500 required lab hours, students may take the Illinois Cosmetology Licensing Exam and become a licensed Cosmetologist.
Special requirements for Cosmetology Students: Students are required to furnish their own transportation to the training schools, buy uniforms, shoes, mannequin, supplies, and pay the required registration and lab fees. Fox Valley Career Center will pay the tuition for 750 of training hours during the school year.

Health Occupation-CNA (4 terms, 3 credits)

Prerequisite: None
Level: Jr & Sr Elective
Site: TBA
Fee: $20.00 plus CNA book $60-$100. Additional supplies at student's cost: uniform, identification badge, gait belt, stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, and watch with a second hand (prices vary depending on where students purchase items - cost range for items are $75-$100)
Health Occupations introduces the student to various health concepts and trains the student to work as a Certified Nursing Assistant CNA). The CNA is responsible for giving basic nursing care. This program is available to students who plan to go into the health care system. Upon completion of Health Occupations, the student is prepared to take the Nursing Aide Training Competency Exam which allows for certification from the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Special requirements: All students must purchase FVCC prescribed student uniform top with white pants for clinical sites. White support shoes are required with white hose or socks. A watch with a second hand is mandatory to take vital signs. The law requires all persons involved in patient care in any health agency to have a chest x-ray or 2-step tuberculin skin test as part of their yearly physical exam. This must be done before clinical experiences begin.

Health Occupation-Exploring Medical Careers (4 terms, 3 credits)

Prerequisite: None
Level: Jr & Sr Elective
Site: TBA
Fee: $20.00 plus textbook/lab book $60-$100. Additional supplies at student's cost: uniform, identification badge, gait belt, stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, and watch with a second hand (prices vary depending on where students purchase items - cost range for items are $75-$100 required manual
The Health Occupations-Exploring Medical Careers class is designed for students who are interested in exploring health related career opportunities. Students learn a variety of medical techniques and procedures while visiting various health care facilities for a firsthand view of careers. First semester concentrates on exploring areas of interest such as: physical therapist, physician, registered nurse, radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, pharmacist, electrocardiogram technician and over 200 more careers.
Second semester allows student a mentoring/job shadowing experience which allows the student to choose careers of interest and do an in-depth study of the profession in various health care facilities.

Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice (4 terms, 3 credits)

Prerequisite: None
Level: Sr Elective
Site: TBA
Fee: College texts average $150-$200
Programs in Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice are designed to prepare people for careers in federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, in correctional agencies and instructions, and in private security agencies. Students will be introduced to the criminal justice system, the local state, federal agencies and their jurisdiction responsibilities. Communication skills, observation, reporting, and record keeping as they pertain to law enforcement will be studies. Students will also be introduced to patrolling and field operations.
Students will be involved in interviewing techniques, preliminary investigations, police security, pursuit and arrest. Students will be introduced to additional training for people already involved in law enforcement administration, correctional administration, forensic science, and security management. Students study the roles and activities of people with regard to maintaining law and order, providing services, protecting life and property, and conducting administration, planning, and research. Students may participate in off-campus activities such as demonstrations, tours, and internships. Students that receive a grade of B or better may receive college credit at Waubonsee Community College.