Career & Technical Education

14_8607_0 Commercial Photography I

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 11052-I

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: None

CTE Credential:  Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: The ability to apply principles of visual literacy to produce visual content gives students an advantage in today's global, multimedia society. Students will be taught industry-relevant technical skills and have the opportunity to work with a variety of technology, including digital cameras, design software, and editing tools to stage, shoot, process, print, and present professional-grade images. In addition, students will evaluate and critique photographic work and investigate the history of photography, including (optionally) the fundamentals of film and darkroom development.

14_8608H_0 Honors Commercial Photography II

Credit: 2 CTE Credits; SCED 11052-II

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Commercial Photography I 

CTE Credential: Adobe Certified Professional Examinations: Photoshop

Notes: To meet CTE seat time requirements, this course requires the face-to-face class in addition to a virtual component to complete field work. 

Description: The ability to apply principles of visual literacy to produce visual content gives students an advantage in today’s global, multimedia society. In this second year of Commercial Photography, students continue to learn industry-relevant technical skills. Students have the opportunity to work with a variety of technology, including digital cameras, external flashes, studio strobes, design software, and editing tools to stage, shoot, process, print, and present professional-grade images. Students will develop a portfolio for a related career. In addition, students will explore the fundamentals of film and darkroom development. A large part of the curriculum is individualized for each student, focusing on the student's main area of interest in photography. In addition to having an area of focus throughout the year, students will have challenge projects to learn new things and push the limits of their comfort zone with subject matter and technique. Students will also be expected to participate in an enrichment experience throughout the school year, which can include, but is not limited to: professional photographer interning or shadowing, attending local camera club meetings, and participating in local photography organization events.

14_8229_0 Nutrition and Wellness

Credit: 1 Elective Credit; SCED 19253-36

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: None

CTE Credential:  Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: Nutrition and Wellness is a food introductory class. Nutrition and Fitness are major components of the class. Labs are required activities along with other projects that are used to enhance the understanding of cooking and food production. Student participation in FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) is encouraged.

14_8250_0 Intro to Culinary Arts

Credit: 1 Elective Credit; SCED 16051-36

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Completion of Nutrition and Wellness with a C or better

CTE Credential:  Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: Units of study include food science and technology, dietetics and nutrition services, diverse cuisines and service styles, current trends, food and beverage production and preparation, and food safety and sanitation. Students combine classroom instruction and supervised on-the-job training in an approved position with continuing supervision throughout the school year.

14_9062_4 Dual Enrollment (DE) Teachers For Tomorrow I

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 19151-I and 3 Dual Enrollment Credits

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: None

CTE Credential:  Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow (VTfT) fosters student interest, understanding, and appreciation of the teaching profession and allows secondary students to explore careers in education. Students build a foundation for teaching; learn the history, structure and governance of teaching; apply professional teaching techniques in the VTfT classroom and field experience; and reflect on their teaching experiences. Additional educational leadership opportunities are offered through the student organization, Rising STARS.

14_9072_4 Dual Enrollment (DE) Teachers For Tomorrow II 

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 19151-II and 3 Dual Enrollment Credits

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: DE Teachers for Tomorrow I

CTE Credential:   ParaPro Assessment 

Description: Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow II (VTfT) fosters student interest, understanding, and appreciation of the teaching profession and allows secondary students to explore careers in education. Students continue to explore careers in the Education and Training Career Cluster and pathways. This course provides the opportunity for students to prepare for careers in education as they research postsecondary options, learn about the process of teacher certification in Virginia, and participate in a practical experience.

06_6120H_0 Economics And Personal Finance Honors 

06_6120H_3 Economics And Personal Finance Honors - Virtual

06_6120H_5 Economics And Personal Finance Honors - Early Morning

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 19262-I

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: None

CTE Credential: W!SE Financial Literacy Certification

Note: Description: Students will learn how to make financial decisions related to budgeting, banking, credit, insurance, spending, taxes, investing, buying/renting a home and vehicle. The course also develops an understanding of basic economic structures and the global economy and uses simulations to practice navigating the financial decisions of a virtual life.

14_6121_3 Finance - Virtual

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 19262-II

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in or have previously passed AP Microeconomics and /or AP Macro Economics

CTE Credential: W!SE Financial Literacy Certification

Note: This course along with either AP Microeconomics or AP Macro Economics satisfies the Economics and Personal Finance requirement for graduation for student.

Description: Students will learn how to make financial decisions related to budgeting, banking, credit, insurance, spending, taxes, investing, buying/renting a home and vehicle. The course also develops an understanding of basic economic structures and the global economy and uses simulations to practice navigating the financial decisions of a virtual life.

14_8403_0 Technology Foundations

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 21003-36

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: None

CTE Credential: Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: In this hands-on technology education course, students use tools to build and control objects and systems using engineering design. Students will learn about materials, energy, and engineering processes. Students design, create, and assess innovations, systems, and products to learn about how and why technology works.

14_8421_0 Technology Robotic Design

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 21009-36

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12Exploration of

Prerequisite: None

CTE Credential:  Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: Students will engage in the study of robotic systems and their applications. Students will apply the engineering design process and explore topics including programming, electrical and mechanical concepts, and control systems. Learning and problem-solving activities will challenge students to design, build, and program robotic systems.

14_8487_0 Aerospace Technology I

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 21055-I

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Technology Foundations 

CTE Credential: Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: Aerospace Technology I provides an introduction to the aerospace industry through a hands-on approach and exploration of topics such as flight, space, and supporting technologies. Students explore the history of aviation, aerodynamics and aircraft components, flight conditions, airport and flight operations, space systems, rocketry, and living and working in the space environment. Students will also gain experience flying drones.

14_8488H_0 Aerospace Technology II - Honors

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 21055-II

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Aerospace Technology I  

CTE Credential: FAA Remote Pilot Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certification Examination

Description: Aerospace Technology II provides an advanced exploration of flight, space travel, and supporting technologies through a practical approach centered around problem solving and design. Students explore concepts in aircraft operations; aircraft design, flight safety, and maintenance; airport infrastructure; rocketry; and small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS).

14_8450_0 Engineering I

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 21005-I

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: None

CTE Credential:  Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: An introduction to engineering as a profession, a process, a mindset, and the application of technical skills and knowledge. Students will design, prototype, test, and report on a wide range of projects. Students will learn basic programming, computer aided design (CAD), computational software, and electronics, as well as teamwork and problem solving.

14_8451_0 Engineering II

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 21016

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Engineering I

CTE Credential:

Description: Students will build on their experiences in Engineering 1, proposing, and completing independent projects. Students will develop advanced skills in programming, CAD, computational software, circuit design, and robotics.

14_8452H_0 Engineering III - Honors

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 21005-II

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Engineering II

CTE Credential:  Onshape Certified Associate Examination

Description: This Honors course is designed for sophomores, juniors, and seniors who intend to pursue engineering or other technical fields after high school. In Engineering 3, students are responsible for the development, design, prototyping, implementation, optimization, and presentation of self-guided projects. Students will develop a mastery of Computer Aided Design (CAD), programming, electronics, advanced manufacturing, project management, and technical writing.

14_8453H_0 Engineering Practicum - Honors

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 21047

Grade: 12

Prerequisite: Engineering II or III Honors

CTE Credential: Pre-Engineering/Engineering Technology Assessment or Pre-Engineering Certification Examinations or Stratasys Additive Manufacturing Certification Level I Examination

Description:  This course will enable students to examine technology and engineering fundamentals related to solving real-world problems. Students examine ethics and intellectual property and design a practicum/capstone project through a High Quality Work-Based Learning Experience, a culmination of knowledge and skill gained in the previous engineering courses. In addition, students continue to investigate engineering specialty fields and related careers to determine whether they are good candidates for postsecondary educational opportunities in engineering.

EGR121 Dual Enrollment (DE) Foundations of Engineering (Fall Semester)

Credit: 1 CTE Career Pathway Credit; SCED 21047 and 2 Community College Credits

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Engineering III; 3.0 GPA minimum; or qualifying score on ACT, PSAT, or SAT; or qualifying VPT score

Description: This Dual Enrollment course is taken online through Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) and is designed for juniors and seniors who intend to pursue engineering or other technical fields after high school. This course introduces the engineering profession and its impact on society and the environment, including engineering problem solving, the engineering design process, and professional practices. Covers fundamental engineering calculations, descriptive statistics, basic spreadsheet and mathematical scripting language applications, professional ethics, teamwork, and communication.

EGR122 Dual Enrollment (DE) Engineering Design (Spring Semester)

Credit: 1 CTE Career Pathway Credit; SCED 21002 and 3 Community College Credits

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Dual Enrollment Foundations of Engineering

Description:  This Dual Enrollment course is taken online through Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) and is designed for juniors and seniors who intend to pursue engineering or other technical fields after high school. Applies engineering methods to a semester-long team design project with an emphasis on engineering software involving 2D and 3D computer aided design; data modeling and analysis; and iterative programming solutions. Covers design drawings and dimensioning; spreadsheet software usage; mathematical scripting language; and professional practices.

14_8910_0 Unmanned Aircraft Systems I - Honors

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 20905-I

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Engineering 1

CTE Credential: Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: This course prepares students to fly drones under the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Part 107 Guidelines. Students get an overview of the national airspace system, FAA regulations, and the design and operation of small drones. Students will also monitor weather, address loading and performance of drones, and coordinate flight operation logistics. Students perform administrative tasks, train to fly, and finally, fly small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS).

14_8911H_0 Unmanned Aircraft Systems II - Honors

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 20905-II

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Unmanned Aircraft Systems I - Honors

CTE Credential: FAA Pilot Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certification Examination

Description: In Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Advanced, students learn the applications of small, unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) such as photography, videography and analysis of data collected through sensors and cameras. Students receive hands-on instruction in piloting a sUAS while learning about various sensors, flight operations, regulations, and commercial flight planning.

14_6640_0 Exploring Computer Science

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 10152-I

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: None

CTE Credential:  Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: This is an introductory, college prep course that provides students with foundational computer science knowledge and computing skills. The course consists of human computer interaction, problem solving, web design, an introduction to programming, computing and data analysis, and robotics. The inquiry-based instructional design of the course provides the opportunity for students of all skill levels to engage the curriculum and be well prepared to enter a rigorous and rewarding computer science pathway.

14_6641_0 App Development

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 10152-II

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: None

CTE Credential:  Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Skills Examination

Description: Students in this course explore programming concepts, use algorithmic procedures, implement programming procedures with one or more standard languages, and master programming fundamentals. Coding is used throughout the course. Graphical user interfaces may be used as students design and develop apps and employ block programming such as Scratch and Lego Mindstorm.

14_6302_0 Cybersecurity Fundamentals 

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 10302-I

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Exploring Computer Science (strongly recommended)

CTE Credential: Security+ Certification Exam

Description: This course focuses on the evolving and pervasive technological environment with an emphasis on securing personal, organizational, and national information. Students will be introduced to the principles of cybersecurity, explore emerging technologies, examine threats and protective measures, and investigate the high-skill, high-wage, in-demand career opportunities in the field of cybersecurity.

13_3186_1 AP Computer Science Principles

Credit: 1 Elective Credit; SCED 10019

Grade: 9 -12

Prerequisite: None

Assessments: AP Exam

Note: Students are expected to take the AP examination, which is offered in May. College credit may be earned depending upon the score achieved and individual policies of colleges and universities.

Description: AP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world. With a unique focus on creative problem solving and real-world applications, AP Computer Science Principles prepares students for college and career. 

13_3185_1 AP Computer Science A

Credit: 1 Elective Credit; SCED 10157     May also be used as a Science or Math Credit also

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Algebra II

Assessments: AP Exam

Note: Students are expected to take the AP examination, which is offered in May. College credit may be earned depending upon the score achieved and individual policies of colleges and universities.

Description: This advanced placement Java programming course emphasizes object-oriented programming methodology with a concentration on problem solving and algorithm development. Other topics covered include data structures, program design and abstractions.

14_8302_0 Introduction to Health and Medical Sciences

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 14001-II

Grade: 9, 10, 11

Prerequisite: None

CTE Credential: Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: This course introduces the student to a variety of healthcare careers and develops basic skills required in all health and medical sciences. It is designed to help students understand the key elements of the U.S. healthcare system and to learn basic healthcare terminology, anatomy and physiology for each body system, pathologies, diagnostic and clinical procedures, therapeutic interventions, and the fundamentals of traumatic and medical emergency care. Throughout the course, instruction emphasizes safety, cleanliness, asepsis, professionalism, accountability, and efficiency within the healthcare environment.

14_8383_0 Medical Terminology

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 14154-II

Grade: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Introduction to Health and Medical Sciences

CTE Credential: Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: Medical Terminology is designed to help students learn common medical terms essential for a career in health care. Topics are presented in logical order, beginning with each body system's anatomy and physiology, progressing through pathology, lab tests, and clinical procedures, and rounding out with therapeutic interventions and pharmacology. Students learn concepts, terms, and abbreviations for each topic. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

16_7660_0 Sports Medicine I

Credit: 1 Elective Credit; SCED 22906-I 

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: None

Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of athletic training. Topics that will be covered include anatomy, tissue response to injury, medical terminology and prevention, assessment and rehabilitation of injuries. Students will also obtain certification in  CPR and First Aid.

14_8008_0 Introduction to Animal Systems

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 18101

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Foundations of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (recommended)

CTE Credential: Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: Students will continue their knowledge related to agriculture in the Charlottesville High School garden and in other related settings through authentic, hands-on experiences with animals. Students develop competency in each of the major areas of the animal systems career pathway including animal nutrition, reproduction, breeding, care, management, and safety. Students also learn agricultural mechanics skills applicable to animal systems.

14_8040_0 Introduction to Natural Resources and Ecology Systems

Credit: 1 CTE Credit; SCED 18504

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: None

CTE Credential: Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination

Description: Students will explore environmental science, conservation management, and the study of natural resources to develop knowledge and skills required for employment in occupations related to ecology, forestry, and wildlife and natural resources management.