Auto
Body
& Paint

This two-semester course is designed to equip students with entry-level skills to enable them to obtain jobs as helpers in auto body and paint shops to: 

1) do such jobs as remove, replace and repair the various parts of an automobile body such as doors, hoods, grills, and bumpers; prepare automobiles for priming, spot painting and complete paint jobs, 

2) develop a knowledge of materials, tools and equipment used in auto body repair, 

3) develop an appreciation of good, clean, safe, skillful and accurate working methods, 

4) develop common trade practices, and 

5) develop the responsibilities of an alert, safe worker.

This two-semester advanced course is designed to prepare students with current entry level job skills, for advanced job placement in specialized positions. Upon completion of the entry level training in Auto Body Repair, an advanced student will be prepared to obtain jobs requiring skills in: 
1. Creating the surface angles and curves to a desired specification 
2. Layout and application of artistic designs utilizing pinstripping materials on prepared surfaces 
3. Perform custom painting to a customer's specifications 
4. Perform custom design concepts off of detailed drawings or from verbal instructions 
5. Making a damage appraisal, estimating labor and parts costs, and completing required paperwork 
6. Ability to repair plastic materials and equipment, understand plastic repair methods of specific specialized materials 

Articulation with Santa Barbara Community College: Those students who complete this course with an A or B grade, and who have successfully completed all course competencies will not be required to take the prerequisite Auto 101 or Auto 110 courses at Santa Barbara City College, but will instead be able to enroll in one of the specialty automotive service courses. Upon successful completion of the student's first SBCC specialty automotive service course, SBCC will award retroactive college credit for the Auto 101 and Auto 110 course satisfied by taking this ROP course.

Instruction will cover the following: banking terminology, basic bookkeeping, check processing, cross selling, teller procedures, reading of computer printouts, location of errors, operation of a variety of banking machines, etc.

Carpinteria HS

Experience during both semesters will be in the on-site child care laboratory continuing to participate and do in-depth study and projects. Their emphasis will be on advanced responsibilities and experiences similar to a head teacher.

Articulation with Santa Barbara Community College: Those students who complete this course with an A or B grade, and who have successfully completed all course competencies, and who enroll in SBCC within two years from the semester date on which the course was completed at the secondary level, and after successful completion of SBCC courses ECE 103 and ECE 104 with a grade equal to that received upon completion of the ROP course, will be awarded college credit for ECE 152B.

Introduction to the Electronic Computer 
Accounting Principles 
Spreadsheets 
Professions Accounting -- Doctor/Dentist 
Pegboard Payroll/Automated Payroll 
Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable 
Advanced Accounting Simulation IBM 
Ten Key by Touch 
Telecommunications Unit 

Articulation with Santa Barbara Community College: Those students who complete this course with an A or B grade, and who have successfully completed all course competencies, and who enroll in SBCC within two years from the semester date on which the course was completed at the secondary level, and after successful completion of SBCC course Accounting 210 with a grade of B or better, will receive SBCC credit for Accounting 110.

This two-semester program is designed to teach basic data processing and computer concepts. It will provide hands-on experience with micro-computer terminals, floppy disk drives and printers. This program will provide students with a variety of experiences working with computers. Students will be working areas of data entry, computer operations, and Business Applications Programs. 

Note: Students will earn 3 SBCC credits for each semester

This course is designed to teach basic word processing concepts. It will provide hands-on experience with PCs designed with software to execute word processing functions for business applications. This program will provide students with a variety of experiences working with micro-computers and printers. Students will be rotating through various experiences in manuscript storage, retrieval, revision, formatting, proofing and reproduction. 

Note: Students will earn 3 SBCC credits for each semester

This one-semester course is designed to teach basic medical terminology and medical office procedures. Students will create sample office records and forms using sophisticated Medical software created by the instructor. 

• Use a computerized medical records program 
• Work with medical history/correspondence program 
• Understand medical terminology/symbols 
• Be familiar with work done by medical specialists 
• Transcribe medical related documents with machine transcriber 
• Work with a computerized billing program using CSN codes 
• Handle checking account for medical office 
• Use a medical insurance program to handle insurance procedures 
• Use computerized program to order supplies, prepare POs 
• Keep medical appointments using a computer 
• Use proper telephone procedures 
• Handle emergency treatment for patients 

A 90-hour course designed for juniors and seniors who are interested in computer science. The course has two major segments: Object-based programming and HTML/Java script Web page design.

In the object-based section, students will learn how to use Microsoft¹s Visual Basic. They will design user interfaces, set the properties for the different controls, attach code to the controls, work with forms, buttons, menus, dialog boxes, radio buttons, checkboxes, code event procedures, and compile their work creating a setup program. Students will learn program design, arithmetic functions, If/Then statements, and how to use strings. In addition, students will learn how to improve the appearance of printed reports, design interactive programs, summarize, using subtotals and group printing, learn how to write programs in modules, learn how to use controlled loops, create tables, sort data, handle character data, and create data files.

In the HTML/Java Script portion of the program, students will learn programming for the Web. They will create numerous Web pages for business, government, and educational institutions and learn how to use image tags, links to other pages, frame tags, table tags, form tags and scripting to validate input.

Note: Students will earn 3 SBCC credits for each semester

Carpinteria High School

This job preparation course will provide students with skills necessary to gain an entry-level position in the field of Graphic Design and Digital Imaging.

The course will cover the use of the Macintosh computer, scanners, digital cameras, CD-ROM digital libraries, design, illustration, and proof printing in the digital imaging industry.

Students will learn to use Adobe Illustrator, Adobe PhotoShop, Quark, Painter, Kai's Power Tools, Bryce 4, and other appropriate image creation software. The focus will be on graphic design and editing for generating files for print publication. Students will keep a portfolio of their work to show prospective employers.

Successful completion of this course will prepare students for entry-level employment in graphic design, multimedia, and Internet industries.

Prerequisites: Completed a beginning art class and a computer operations class.

*Satisfies UC A-G 'f' Entrance Requirement

A basic course in construction skills and concepts. The emphasis is on wood construction. In succeeding semesters there is increased opportunity for individual responsibility and self-paced learning activities in non-wood trades, including electrical, plumbing and dry wall.

Entry level job skills, effective work habits and safety is stressed. In addition, the course emphasizes the concepts of construction technology, which are necessary for further technical training and career advancement.

Basic math, graphic and verbal communication skills are developed. Classroom instruction will be paired with construction lab activities and simulations in order to cover course subject areas. Whenever possible, this lecture/lab simulation format will be supplemented with appropriate construction projects that fit into the course scope and sequence.

Upon completion of this 360-hour course sequence, students will earn a Certificate of Skills that details the competencies they have mastered. Program graduates will be eligible for entry level employment in the area of construction specialty pursued in this course.

The computer Technology and Repair Course will train students in fundamental computer maintenance and repair and prepare students to take the A+ Certification Exams. Students will learn and develop entry-level skills utilizing classroom small/large group interaction, lab training, and cooperative group learning activities. The students will learn (1) the workings of disk drives, computers, monitors, and printers, (2) the operation of test equipment, and (3) the electronic fundamentals necessary to understand and service basic computer systems.

San Marcos HS
Santa Barbara HS

This is a simulated business class that is modeled on the successful Virtual Enterprises International program taught in many high schools and colleges throughout the world. It is designed to give students the experience of working in a real business environment.

The students will determine the nature of their business, its products and services, its management and structure, and learn the daily operation of a business under the guidance of the instructor with the support of real business partners.Emphasis will be placed in using current business software packages and the Internet for business transactions.

Students will conduct transactions with other high school and college Virtual Enterprise businesses in California, the United States and throughout the world. Students will be engaged in a variety of specific activities including market research, advertising, buying and selling products and services, accounting, paying wages and taxes and negotiating loans with a central bank.

The Junior Achievement economics unit has been incorporated into the curriculum to provide the students with an overview of micro and macroeconomics. Students will study supply and demand, the Federal Reserve System, taxation by local, state and federal governments, business organizations, the stock market, and international transactions.

This course qualifies for Economics credit for graduation; it will also satisfy UC A-G entrance requirements.

This two semester course is designed to give students a basic understanding of video technologies and their applications. Areas of instruction will include camera operation, audio recording, composition, writing for video and video editing. Some of the video genres to be instructed are: music videos, TV news, documentaries, and commercials.

This two-term course is designed for students who will be pursuing a career in the health care field. The course will focus on the concept and principles of the structure, function and systems of the human body in relationship to growth and development.

The course will cover:

1) career opportunities in health care as well as the roles and responsibilities of health care team members
2) the law and professional ethics of the health care field
3) understanding the patient as a person
4) the use of fundamental patient care equipment
5) medical terminology and vital signs
6) the importance of nutrition and exercise

This two-term advanced course is intended for students in grade 12 who will be pursuing a career in the health care field that requires postsecondary education. The course will provide students with opportunities to obtain entry-level job skills while training in an actual health care setting.

The course will cover:

1) the development of student health careers portfolio
2) characteristics of successful health care professionals
3) communicating in the workplace
4) patient examination techniques
5) heart anatomy, physiology, and EKGs
6) student internships in the lab, emergency room, therapy, radiology, ophthalmology, nutrition, and perinatal nursing areas at our local hospitals
7) and student preference of selected health care areas.

Lifeguard/ Swim Instructor Training

Carpinteria City Pool

This competency-based course prepares students to enter and succeed in the advanced Networking Technology Course (Cisco Academy).

Included are information technology core skills in the area of internetworking. Skills are developed from hands-on training on high-tech networking equipment. Students with intermediate computer skills will learn IT core basics such as local area network fundamentals, internet fundamentals, server types and operations, protocols and addressing, topologies, OSI models and media types, networking security issues and solutions.

Networking Technology
(Cisco Networking
Academy)

Dos Pueblos HS

This competency-based course prepares students for entry-level jobs as network technicians. Included are information technology core skills in the area of internetworking. Skills are developed from hands-on training on high-tech networking equipment.

• Students with intermediate computer skills will learn IT core basics such as local area network fundamentals, internet fundamentals, server types and operations, protocols and addressing, topologies, OSI models and media types, network security issues and solutions.
• Students will develop skills that will include command line operations, installation and configuration of client networking hardware, software, media, routers, and servers.
• Particular emphasis given to the use of network administration and troubleshooting techniques that include decision-making and problem-solving techniques in applying science, mathematics, communication, and social studies concepts.
• Additional training and instruction are provided in the proper care and maintenance of tools and equipment, and local, state, and federal safety building and environmental codes and regulations.
• Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include basic academic skills, communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving, safety, technology, and other employment skills.

Note: Students will earn 3 SBCC credits for each semester.

Restaurant Occupations

Dos Pueblos HS

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This course will provide students with opportunities to prepare for and achieve career objectives in selected food service occupations. Learning experiences are designed to lead to employment and/or advancement of individuals in occupations in public or private enterprises or organizations related to the multifaceted food service industry.

Note: Students will earn 1 SBCC credit for one semester.