Career & Technical Education

Course offerings at Uvalde High School

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Endorsement: Business & Industry

Animal Science

The Animal Science program of study focuses on the science, research, and business of animals and other living organisms. It teaches CTE learners how to apply biology and life science to real-world life processes of animals and wildlife, either in laboratories or in the field, which could include a veterinary office, a farm or ranch, or any outdoor area harboring animal

life. Students may also research and analyze the growth and destruction of species and research or diagnose diseases and injuries of animals.


Courses:

Level 1: Principles of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Level 2: Small Animal Management/Equine Science

Level 3: Livestock Production

Level 4: Advanced Animal Science

Applied Agricultural Engineering

The Applied Agricultural Engineering program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with applying knowledge of engineering technology and biological science to agricultural problems concerned with power and machinery, electrification, structures, soil and water conservation, and processing agricultural products. This program of study may also include exploration into diagnosing, repairing, or overhauling farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, dairy equipment, and irrigation systems.


Courses:

Level 1: Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Level 2: Ag Mechanics & Metal Technologies
Level 3: Ag Structures Design & Fabrication/Lab
Level 4: Ag Equipment Design & Fabrication/Lab


This course is offered as dual credit with SWTJC.


Certification: Welding

Architecture & Construction

Endorsement: Business & Industry

Construction Management & Inspection

The Building Codes and Inspection program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with cost estimates for construction projects or services to aid management in bidding on or determining the price of products or services. This program of study may also include exploration into inspecting structures using engineering skills to determine structural soundness and compliance with specifications, building codes, and other regulations.



Courses:

Level 1: Principles of Construction

Level 2: Construction Management

Level 3: Construction Management II

Level 4: Practicum in Construction


Certification: OSHA 30

HVAC

The HVAC and Sheet Metal program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with installing, serving, or repairing heating and air conditioning systems and also the fabrication, assembly, installation, and repair of sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes, and furnace casings. This program of study may also include exploration into preparing cost estimates for certain construction projects involving heating and air conditioning and sheet metal.


Courses:

Level 1: Principles of Construction

Level 2: Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology (HVAC) I

Level 3: Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology (HVAC) II

Level 4: Practicum in Construction Management


This course is offered as dual credit with SWTJC


Certifications: EPA Certification, VGI Certification

Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

Endorsement: Business & Industry

Design & Multimedia Arts

The Design & Multimedia Arts program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with designing or creating graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. This program of study may also include exploration into designing clothing and accessories, and creating special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media, for use in computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.


Courses:

Level 1: Principles of Arts, A/V Technology & Communication Level 1: Digital Media

Level 2: Graphic Design & Illustration I/Lab
Level 3: Graphic Design & Illustration II/Lab

Level 4: Audio Visual Production/Lab

Digital Communications

The Digital Communications program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with the production of audio and visual media formats for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures. This program of study may also include exploration into operating machines and equipment to record sound and images, such as microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment.


Courses:

Level 1: Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, & Communications

Level 2: Audio/Video Production I/Lab

Level 3: Audio/Video Production II/Lab
Level 4: Practicum in Audio/Video Production

Business, Marketing, & Finance

Endorsement: Business & Industry

Business Management

The Business Management program of study teaches CTE learners how to plan, direct, and coordinate the administrative services operations of an organization. Through this program of study, students will learn the skills necessary to formulate policies, manage daily operations, and

allocate the sue of materials and human resources. This program of study will also introduce students to mathematical modeling tools and organizational evaluation methods.


Courses:

Level 1: Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance

Level 1: Business Information Management I

Level 2: Business Information Management II

Level 3: Business Management


This course is offered as dual credit with SWTJC.


Certifications: MOS Excel, MOS Word

Education & Training

Endorsement: Public Service

Teaching & Training

The Teaching & Training program of study prepares CTE learners for careers related to teaching, instruction, and creation of instructional and enrichment materials. The program of study introduces CTE learners to a wide variety of student groups and their corresponding needs. It familiarizes them with the processes for developing curriculum, coordinating educational content, and coaching groups and individuals.


Courses:

Level 1: Principles of Education & Training

Level 2: Human Growth & Development

Level 3: Instructional Practices

Level 4: Practicum in Education & Training


Certification: Educational Aide I

Health Science

Endorsement: Public Service

Health Science Diagnostics/Therapeutics

The Healthcare Diagnostics program of study introduces students to occupations and education opportunities related to performing complex medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. This program of study may also include exploration into the opportunities associated with blood laboratories as well as radiologic technology and ultrasound technology.


The Healthcare Therapeutic program of study introduces students to occupations and educational opportunities related to diagnosing, and treating acute, episodic or chronic illness independently or as part of a healthcare team. This program of study also includes an introduction to the opportunities associated with providing treatment and counsel to patients as well as rehabilitative programs that help build or restore daily living skills to persons with disabilities or developmental delays.


Courses:

Level 1: Principles of Health Science

Level 2: Medical Terminology

Level 3: Health Science Theory

Level 4: Practicum in Health Science


This course is offered as dual credit with SWTJC.


Certifications: Certified Nurse Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, EKG Technician, Phlebotomy Technician

Hospitality & Tourism

Endorsement: Business & Industry

Culinary Arts

The Culinary Arts program of study introduces CTE learners to occupations and educational opportunities related to the planning, directing, or coordinating activities of a food and beverage organization or department. This program of study also explores opportunities involved in directing and participating in the preparation and cooking of food.


Courses:

Level 1: Introduction to Culinary Arts

Level 2: Culinary Arts

Level 3: Advanced Culinary Arts

Level 4: Practicum in Culinary Arts


Certification: ServSafe Manager

Law & Public Service

Endorsement: Public Service

Law Enforcement

The Law Enforcement program of study teaches CTE learners about the development of, adherence to, and protection of various branches of law. Students will learn how to appropriately and legally respond to breaches in the law according to statutory rules and regulations as well as investigate how and why the breaches occurred.


Courses:

Level 1: Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Securities

Level 2: Law Enforcement I

Level 3: Law Enforcement II

Level 4: Forensic Science


This course is offered as dual credit with SWTJC.


Certification: National Emergency Communication Commission (NECC) Basic Telecommunications Certification

Manufacturing

Endorsement: Business & Industry, STEM

Advanced Manufacturing & Machinery Mechanics

The Advanced Manufacturing and Machinery Mechanics program of study focuses on the assembly, operation, maintenance, and repair of electromechanical equipment or devices. CTE learners may work in a variety of mechanical fields, gaining knowledge and experience in robotics, refinery and pipeline systems, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. CTE concentrators may work in a variety of fields of engineering.


Courses:

Level 1: Principles of Applied Engineering

Level 2: Robotics I

Level 3: Robotics II


Science, Technology, Engineering, And Mathematics

Endorsement: Business & Industry, STEM

Engineering

The Engineering program of study focuses on the design, development, and use of engines, machines, and structures. CTE learners will learn how to apply science, mathematical methods, and empirical evidence to the innovation, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of different manufacturing systems.


Courses:

Level 1: Principles of Applied Engineering

Level 2: Manufacturing Engineering Technology I

Level 3: Engineering Design & Presentation

Level 4: Engineering Design & Presentation I


Certification: AutoCAD

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

Endorsement: Business & Industry

Automotive

The Automotive program of study teaches CTE learners how to repair and refinish automobiles and service various types of vehicles. CTE learners may learn to collect payment for services or supplies and perform typical vehicle maintenance procedures such as lubrication, oil changes, installation of antifreeze, or replacement of accessories like wiper blades or tires.


Courses:

Level 1: Principles of Transportation

Level 2: Automotive Basics

Level 3: Automotive Technology I

Level 4: Automotive Technology II


This course is offered as dual credit with SWTJC.


Certification: Automotive Service Excellence