BHS Course Catalog
Fox Valley Career Center
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 programs that its individual member schools cannot support on their own. Click here to visit the FVCC website program offering page for their Course Catalog, which has additional information on each of their courses.
Batavia High School’s affiliation with the Center represents a significant financial commitment on the part of the School District. The opportunities are exceptional for those interested in hands-on careers. There are a few points we would like you to consider before enrolling in a Fox Valley Career Center course:
- FVCC programs run for the entire school year.
- You may not drop a course during the year.
- Transportation will be provided for on-site courses
- 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, unable to enroll in another course, and will be assigned to In-School Suspension for the remainder of the term.
- Satellite courses are offered at various sites, and students signing up for them 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 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-school suspension for the remainder of the semester.
- Students who fail a 1st Semester FVCC course will not be allowed to continue with the 2nd Semester course.
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.
Below are descriptions of courses at Fox Valley Career Center. 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.
On-site Courses
Automotive Technology I introduces students to the wide field of auto repair. The class is divided into four main areas of study: brakes, steering and suspension, electrical, engine repair, and computer controls. Students will also be instructed on how to locate service data, determine what is important, and use that information to troubleshoot and repair automobiles. Students must supply their own safety glasses and steel-toe shoes/boots. Tools will be provided.
FVCC Fee: $45.00. Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: None
Automotive Technology II is an extension of Automotive Technology I. We will continue the four main areas of study from Auto I. This course will be project-based, and students are allowed input into which topics are covered. Students are encouraged to suggest or bring their own projects and are given more time in the lab to complete larger repairs. All projects must be approved by the instructor. Students must supply their own safety glasses and steel-toe shoes/boots. Tools will be provided.
FVCC Fee: $45.00. Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: Auto Tech I
Electrical Systems I – Residential Wiring covers a variety of wiring practices involving the use of Romex cable and conduit to construct most of the lighting and receptacle outlet circuits found in modern homes. The course includes units on basic electrical circuits, magnetic motor control circuits and components, National Electrical Code rules, blueprint reading, and meter box and circuit breaker panel wiring. Students will also regularly collect and monitor data from our existing solar panels. Students must supply their own safety glasses and steel toe shoes/boots.
Fee: $45.00 Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: None
Electrical Systems II – HVAC The Electrical Systems II course is an extension of the Electrical Systems I course with a heavy emphasis on residential Air Conditioning and a goal of passing the EPA 608 refrigeration exam. Most projects will require reading schematics and circuits
that are more complex. Students will learn the basics of installing a residential split A/C system, including brazing copper. The course will also include work on 220-volt circuit breaker panel wiring as well as more detailed blueprint reading. Students will design, analyze data, and complete a class project that will incorporate what they learn. Students must supply their own safety glasses.
Fee: $45.00 Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: Electrician I and Teacher Recommendation
Exploring Medical Careers (EMC) In this course, students learn anatomy/physiology, medical terminology, as well as techniques and procedures while visiting various health care facilities for a first-hand view of careers. The first semester concentrates on exploring areas of interest, such as a physical therapist, physician, registered nurse, radiological technician, respiratory therapist, pharmacist, and electrocardiogram technician. The second semester provides an internship experience to allow students to do an in-depth study of the profession in healthcare facilities.
Fee: $30 + $200 for supplies, book, and background check. Additional Costs include uniform, drug screening, and a TB test
Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: A/P Course is highly recommended. Students should have excellent reading and writing skills, good physical health, and emotional maturity. Note: this is a full-year course with clinicals
When students are taking part in clinical hours at an area hospital, they must provide their own transportation.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a National Registry course that will prepare students to become competent, entry level EMTs in order to serve in volunteer and/or professional career positions in the United States.
The EMT program fulfills the prescribed requirements by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and prepares students to practice the art and science of pre-hospital medicine in conjunction with medical direction. The goal is to prevent and reduce mortality and morbidity due to illness and injury. An EMT primarily provides care to patients in a pre-hospital setting and serves as a vital member of the healthcare team.
This program is available to students who plan to go into the healthcare field (EMT, Paramedicine, Nursing, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Physicians), Fire Service, or another area of emergency service like law enforcement. Upon successful completion of EMT, the student is prepared to take the National Registry EMT exam for certification.
EMT program fulfills the prescribed requirements by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and prepares students to practice the art and science of prehospital medicine in conjunction with medical direction. The goal is to prevent and reduce mortality and morbidity due to illness and injury. An EMT primarily provides care to emergency patients in a prehospital setting and serves as a vital member of the healthcare team.
This program is available to students who plan to work in healthcare, fire science, or another area of emergency medical services. Upon completion of EMT, the student is prepared to take the EMT State Exam, which allows for certification from the IDPH.
Special Requirements: All students must purchase a FVCC Uniform top, pants, ID badge, stethoscope, watch with a second hand and textbook. In addition, students must complete and pass an American Heart Association (AHA) healthcare provider BLS CPR class. As part of the EMT class, students will complete a minimum of twenty five (25) hours of emergency room clinical in the prescribed time indicated by the instructor. The law requires all persons involved in patient care at any health agency to have a 2-step tuberculin skin test or blood draw, proof of vaccinations for MMR (mumps, measles, and rubella), and hepatitis B. Optional at this time are COVID and flu vaccine. The students must also pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
Fee: $30.00, which includes a background check. The uniform costs approximately $100, and the EMT textbook and supply fee is $227. The student is responsible for the drug screen, TB test, and vaccines.
When students participate in clinical hours at an area hospital, they must provide their own transportation.
Grade: 12 Prerequisite: Grade of B or greater in Biology
Fire Science I: All first-year students (junior and senior) follow the complete IFSAC Firefighter Curriculum, which includes the cognitive and psychomotor components to NFPA 1001 Firefighter 1, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations, Fire Service Vehicle Operator, and NIMS 100 and 700. Students will engage in simulated firefighting activities. Drills will increase in complexity to challenge and evaluate firefighter capabilities. Drills combine students from Fire Science 1 and Fire Science II programs to simulate real-life emergency scenarios. Fire Science is a dual credit program with Waubonsee Community College. There is a processing fee per credit hour for college credit.
Fee: $45 + Uniform
Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: None.
Fire Science II: Second year students follow IFSAC NFPA 1001 Firefighter 2 Curriculum including the cognitive and psychomotor components related to a journeyman firefighter as outlined by NFPA 1001. Students will receive complete training toward NFPA 1006 Vehicular Extraction, Apparatus Pump Operator NFPA 1002, and NIMS 200-800. Students will engage in live simulated activities, progressing through graduated skills evolution. Drills are added with increasing complexity to challenge and evaluate firefighter capabilities. Drills combine students from Fire Science I, Fire Science II program to simulate real life scenarios. Fire Science is a dual credit program with Waubonsee Community College. There is a processing fee per credit hour for college credit.
Fee: $45 + Uniform
Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: Fire Science I
Health Occupations–Basic Nurse Assistant Training (BNAT): Health Occupations introduces various health concepts and trains them to work as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). The CNA is responsible for giving nursing care. Upon completion of Health Occupations – BNAT, the student is prepared to take the Nurse Aide Training Competency Exam which allows for certification from the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Special requirements for Health Occupations: All students must purchase an FVCC scrub uniform and white shoes, gait belt, and vital sign equipment for clinical sites. Also, a watch with a second hand is mandatory to take vital signs. The law requires all persons involved in patient care at any health agency to have updated vaccinations such as a 2-step tuberculin skin test, hepatitis B vaccination series, MMR and varivax vaccination series as part of their yearly physical exam; or a religious exemption. Students must also pass a drug screen and health care worker criminal background check. Students who receive a grade of B or better can receive college credit. Students must provide their own transportation to off-campus clinical sites.
Fee: $30.00. Supply fee: $200 for supplies, books, and background check. Additionally, uniforms and equipment are approximately $200. FVCC covers the State CNA exam fee and provides each eligible student with a voucher for the CNA exam.
Grade: 11-12 Prerequisites: Read at an eighth grade level, perform basic math skills, lift 50 pounds with no restrictions, be 16 years of age, and have a valid social security number. Students should show emotional maturity and be in good physical health.
Note: This is a full-year course with clinicals.
Welding I This introductory 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, brazing, flame cutting, and the fundamentals of weld shop fabrication. Other manufacturing skills include shop and machine maintenance, welding materials, and blueprint reading. Welding I students will be tested on the various processes they learn in this class. Students must supply their own steel-toe shoes/boots, safety glasses, heavy leather gloves, work shirts, and necessary tools.
Fee: $75 Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: None, but Introductory Industrial Technology courses are recommended.
Welding II This course will utilize the concepts practiced in Welding I with more in-depth specialization. A higher level of competency is expected. The course material will be developed around problem-solving fabrication equipment, operational procedures, production layout, technical function, pipe welding, and necessary tools/materials. Students must supply their own steel-toe shoes/boots, safety glasses, heavy gloves, work shirts, and necessary tools/materials.
Fee: $75 Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: Welding I
Satellite Courses
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 instruction help students learn the theory required for licensing. Students must complete their first year hours to continue the program in year two. Students must furnish their own transportation to the training schools, buy uniforms, shoes, and cosmetology kits, and pay the required registration and monthly tuition.
Fee: (Contact FVCC for details) Students are required to furnish their own transportation to the training schools, buy uniforms, shoes, and cosmetology kits, and pay the required registration and lab fees.
Grade: 11-12 Prerequisite: None
Cosmetology II Students will continue to work to obtain the required 1500 hours and meet state requirements for licensing testing. After completing the second year of the cosmetology curriculum and graduating from high school, students must enroll as private students to complete the remaining 1500 required lab hours in order to take the Cosmetology Licensing Exam and become licensed cosmetologists.
Fees: (Contact FVCC for details) Students are required to furnish their own transportation to the training schools, replenish any needed supplies, buy uniforms and shoes, and pay the required monthly tuition. Grade: 12 Prerequisite: Cosmetology I and teacher
recommendation.