Coming Together! Our Mission The Eastern Westmoreland Career and Technology Center is a part-time All students will complete a rigorous, career and technology center located in Latrobe, Westmoreland County. The CTC serves over 575 students from three public school districts: relevant program that equips them with the Greater Latrobe, Derry Area and Ligonier Valley. EWCTC offers 15 pro- knowledge and real world skills necessary to grams in one of five career clusters—Automotive, Construction, Commu- succeed in both postsecondary education nications and Information Technology, Manufacturing and Services. Stu- dents can obtain nationally recognized certification in 13 of our 15 pro- and 21st Century careers. grams. At EWCTC we believe that high levels of both academic knowledge and technical skills are vital to student achievement. As educators it is our business to create opportunities for students and to provide the sup- TABLE OF CONTENTS port needed for success. Effective interpersonal skills are essential to success in all aspects of life. It is our belief that the responsibility for Overview ...... 1-2 improving student achievement is shared by students and teachers and is Automotive Technology ...... 3-4 actively supported by parents and the business community. It is our goal to focus on rigor, relevance and relationships. Cabinet Making...... 5-6

Collision Repair Technology ...... 7-8 It’s Not The “Vo-Tech” it Used to Be! Computer Engineering Technology ...... 9-10 How many times have you heard “you can’t go to college if you go to the Construction Trades ...... 11-12 vo-tech!” Let’s get this straight: we’re no longer “vo-tech” - we’re a ca- reer and technology center! We offer highly technical programs that pro- Cosmetology ...... 13-14 vide the challenge and rigor required to compete in the workforce. Sec- ondly, nearly 50% of our students go on to pursue postsecondary educa- Culinary Arts ...... 15-16 tion. Because of this, many opportunities are available for students to Digital Media Technology ...... 17-18 earn college credits while still enrolled in their CTC program! Graphic Communications ...... 19-20 The choice to attend postsecondary education is completely up to our students. Upon graduation, many of our students are industry certified Health Occupations Technology...... 21-22 and obtain employment immediately out of high school. Further, our pro- Machine Tool Technology ...... 23-24 grams prepare students for high priority occupations, which basically means that between now and 2016, jobs related to the program will be “in- Masonry ...... 25-26 demand”. Our placement rate for students is 95%. This means that 95% of our students are either employed, attend postsecondary school, or Mechatronics ...... 27-28 have enlisted into the armed forces. Plumbing/HVAC ...... 29-30

Welding Technology ...... 31-32

Additional Programs ...... 33

Student Organizations ...... 34 Page 1 Helping Students Learn, Succeed, and Grow! Our students mean everything to us. It’s a lot like family at EWCTC— the teachers, administration, and staff strive to see students succeed both in and out of school. Our goal is to provide the best education to our students and we do this by hiring educators with proven industry experience, provide unique practical experiences, and practice hands -on skills in state-of-the-art labs. But we don’t stop there! We want our students to excel in their academic classes as well! That’s why all of our students participate in weekly or daily academic integration activities. Because of this initiative, we’ve seen sky rocking improve- ment in our students’ latest PSSA scores in both reading and math!

Postsecondary Opportunities For today’s careers, it is important that students combine a strong academic background with technical skills. CTE students should follow the recommended Program of Study Scope and Sequence below. As a result, students will be eligible for State-wide articulation credits. Visit www.collegetransfer.net for more information to see how your CTE courses will transfer and articulate to a variety of postsecondary institutions across the State of Pennsylvania.

Dual Enrollment EWCTC and Westmoreland County Community College have collaborated to provide a Dual Enrollment program that allows eligible students to take classes that will simultaneously fulfill graduation requirements at both WCCC and the student’s sending district. For more information, please contact our Guidance Counselor at 724-539-9788 x 309.

Page 2 Program Description This program is designed to provide students with the technical knowledge and hands on experience of the automotive repair process. Students enrolled in this program learn to accurately locate and diagnose the source of on-board computer system malfunctions using digital diagnostic equipment. Students will learn to make proper repairs and perform periodic maintenance inspections to maintain today’s high technical automobiles in top running condition. The Automotive Program is certified through the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), a nationally-recognized agency in the automotive industry.

Program of Study Units of Instruction

 Safety  Tools  Suspension & Steering Systems  Brakes  Electrical/Electronic Systems  Engine Performance

Successful Student Profile Postsecondary Schools

An automotive technician needs to have good hand-eye coordina-  Commonwealth Technical Institute tion, manual dexterity, hearing, mechanical ability and patience.  Community College of Allegheny County Good reading skills and a working knowledge of math are impor-  Community College of Philadelphia tant to properly interpret charts and technical manuals. Inter-  Delaware County Community College* personal skills, the ability to deal with the public and the capacity  Johnson College* to work on your own are also important. The ability to diagnose  Luzerne County Community College* the source of a problem quickly and accurately requires good  Northampton County Community College* reasoning skills and problem solving skills. Computer skills are  Pennsylvania College of Technology* also helpful. At a minimum, it is recommended that students fol-  University of Northwestern Ohio* low an academic schedule that consists of college prep courses  WyoTech in English, math, science, and humanities. *Articulation Agreements (You can earn college credits at one of these colleges!)

Page 3 Industry Certifications The following industry certifications are available upon successful comple- tion of this program:

 State Safety Inspection/ Emissions Inspection

 National Automotive Technician Education Foundation Certifica- tions

Career Pathways This program prepares you for ca- reers in the Automotive Technology field. Examples of careers include:

 Master (ASE) Service Technician

 Engine Performance Specialist

 Air Conditioning and Heating Specialist

 Brake System Specialist Teacher Highlights

 Transmission Specialist Mr. Gerald Frain Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 343  Four Wheel Alignment Technician  Industry Certifications: Master ASC Certified  B.S., Vocational Education  Insurance Adjuster  Years Teaching: Since 1980  Service Manager

 Parts Manager

 Automobile Sales Person

Page 4 Program Description Successful Student Profile Cabinetmaking involves the design and construction of custom Important attributes of the cabinetmaker include furniture, cabinets and countertops using specialty woods and good eye-hand coordination, patience, precision and high-tech machinery. Cabinetmakers/millworkers are skilled pro- a respect for fine workmanship. Good reading skills, fessionals who are comfortable working with technically sophisti- as well as a basic knowledge of math and geometry, cated equipment in a manufacturing setting. A large portion of the are needed for understanding blueprints. At a mini- cabinetmaker’s job is to set up and operate a variety of machines mum, it is recommended that students follow an in order to craft kitchen cabinets, doors, tables, desks, chairs, academic schedule that consists of college prep etc. Students in this program will learn how to draw and read courses in English, math, science, and humanities. blueprints to determine specific material needs, from the type of wood to the required finish. Instruction will also cover hardware installation, finishing procedures, assembly, and installation work. **Students enrolled in this program rotate through the four con- Postsecondary Schools struction programs.  Johnson College Program of Study Units of Instruction  Penn State University  Pennsylvania College of Technology Hand Tools/Power Tools and Machining Operations  Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology  Wood Identification, Blueprint Reading and Planning  Westmoreland County Community College  Hardware Installation & Finishing Procedures  Cabinet and Furniture Construction

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Career Pathways Teacher Highlights This program prepares you for ca- reers in the Cabinetmaking field. Ex- Mr. Kevin Schmucker amples of careers include: Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 324

 Years in Industry: Since 1991  Cabinetmaker  Industry Certifications: Hilti Operator; Firestop Systems;  Furniture Maker UBC Scaffolding Qualification  Millworker

 Kitchen Remodeler  Sprayer/Finisher  Patternmaker  Furniture Designer

Page 6 Successful Student Profile Program Description This field requires good manual dexterity, good gen- Collision Repair Technology is rapidly evolving and becoming eral health, a reasonable amount of physical more sophisticated with the use of new technologies including strength and the ability to work cooperatively and computers and hydraulics. Students in this program learn all communicate with others. Mechanical aptitude, abil- facets of collision repair, from repairing small dents to total ity to accurately discriminate colors, patience to reconstruction of today’s vehicles. The Collision Repair Technol- perform very detailed work, and the ability to per- ogy program uses the state-of-the-art water-based paint sys- form repetitive work (i.e. grinding and sanding). At a tem to educate students on proper painting techniques. Estimat- minimum, it is recommended that students follow an ing job costs, time, and material help students prepare for suc- academic schedule that consists of college prep cess in the workplace. This program has received national certi- courses in English, math, science, and humanities. fication by NATEF.

Program of Study Units of Instruction Postsecondary Schools  Collision Design & Construction  Basic Hand Tools/Shop Equipment  Community College of Allegheny County  Nonstructural Repair, Replace, and Align  Johnson Technical Institute  Use of Body Fillers  Pennsylvania College of Technology*  Sanding Techniques  Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology*  Basic Refinishing Equipment and Spraying Technique  University of Northwestern Ohio  Damage Reports and Estimating  WyoTech  Measuring Methods  Welding Auto Body Metal *Articulation Agreements (You can earn college  Body Panel Straightening and Alignment credits at one of these colleges!)  Plastic Repair  Structural Repair, Replace, and Align  Refinishing  Fuel, Exhaust, and Restraint Systems  Electrical System Repair  Steering and Suspension Systems  Welding and Cutting  Glass Removal and Replacement  Interior and Exterior Trim and Hardware  Painting Equipment  Drive Train

Page 7 Industry Certifications The following industry certification is available upon successful completion of this program:

 PPG Certifications

Career Pathways This program prepares you for ca- reers in the Collision Repair field. Examples of careers include:

 Auto Detailer

 Automotive Estimator

 Auto Body Repair Technician

 Auto Glass Installer

 Collision Repair Technician

 Frame Straightener

 Metal Straightening Technician

 Painter Teacher Highlights Mr. Jacob Hoffman Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 341  Industry Certifications: PPG Certified  Years in Industry: Since 2003  B.S., Art Education  The Far Garage, Automotive Custom Painting Business

Page 8 Program Description Graduates of the Computer Engineering Technology program will have the opportunity to prove their knowledge by obtaining a variety of computer-related certifications. These include Comp TIA A+, Net- work+, and Security+, and CISCO’s prestigious CCNA certification. The first year of the program covers computer hardware and basic com- puter networking. Over the next two years, a portion of each class is set aside to teach the CISCO CCNA curriculum. Traditionally enrolled students will learn the CISCO curriculum as well as wireless network- ing, computer and Internet security, and Visual Basic .NET computer programming. Students have the potential to earn up to 23 college credits as a result of the national articulation agreement. In lieu of the three-year program, students may choose to participate in two additional opportunities. The CISCO-CCNA Only option is a two period class offered to Juniors and Seniors. The Online Intro to Com- puter Engineering Technology is a highly interactive and practical look at computer hardware. This interactive one-semester on-line elective is tailored to Freshmen and Sophomores who want to know more about their computer and how to improve its performance.

Program of Study Units of Instruction

 Computer Hardware (A+) Successful Student Profile  Network Technologies, Media, Topologies, and Devices Students must have strong problem-solving, ana-  Network Management, Tools, & Implementation lytical, and communication skills. The constant interaction with other computer personnel, cus-  Network Maintenance & Operations tomers, and employees requires computer sup-  Network Security Administration and Planning port specialists and systems administrators to communicate effectively on paper, via e-mail,  Network Operating Systems over the phone, or in person. Strong writing skills  Network Monitoring and Optimization are useful in preparing manuals for employees and customers. Knowledge of math and science is  Network Recovery an attribute of a good candidate for this pro-  Upgrading Network gram. At a minimum, it is recommended that students follow an academic schedule that con- sists of college prep courses in English, math, science, and humanities.

Page 9 Postsecondary Schools

 Butler County Community College*  Clarion University of PA*  Community College of Philadelphia*  Johnson College*  Lehigh Carbon Community College*  Luzerne County Community College*  Peirce College*  Pennsylvania Highlands Community College*  Pennsylvania State University  Redding Area Community College *  University of Pittsburgh  Westmoreland County Community College *

*Articulation Agreements (You can earn college credits at one of these colleges!)

Industry Certifications The following industry certifications are available upon successful completion of this program:

 CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA)  CISCO Entry Networking Technician  A+ Certification  Network + Certification Teacher Highlights  Security + Certification Mr. William Beldham Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 340 Career Pathways  Years in Industry: 20+ This program prepares you for careers in the  B.S., Chemistry Computer Engineering Technology field. Examples  Industry Certifications: CISCO Certified Network of careers include: Associate (CCNA)

 Computer Information Analyst  Database Administrator  Network Administrator  Network Technician

Page 10 Program Description Successful Student Profile Construction Trades prepares students with the basic technical Students should demonstrate a working knowledge and hands-on skills required for the erection and installation of of math, good reading and interpretation skills, and buildings and other structures. Students will develop technical the ability to work at varying heights. Good hand- and math skills required in all stages of the construction proc- eye coordination, manual dexterity, and the ability ess, from design and layout to finishing and trim installations. to lift heavy objects are important in this industry. At a minimum, it is recommended that students **Students enrolled in this program rotate through the four follow an academic schedule that consists of col- construction programs. lege prep courses in English, math, science, and humanities.

Program of Study Units of Instruction

 Residential Wiring

 Operation of Power/Hand Tools Postsecondary Schools  Building Layout  Pennsylvania College of Technology  Blueprints  Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology  Roof Framing  Triangle Tech  Finish Carpentry  Wall Framing

 Interior Finishes

Page 11 Industry Certifications The following industry certifications are available upon successful comple- tion of this program:

 Pennsylvania Builder’s Associa- tion Skills Certificate

 Residential Construction Acad- emy (RCA) National Registry

Career Pathways This program prepares you for ca- reers in the Construction Trades field. Examples of careers include:

 Job Site Supervisor

 Quality Control Technician

 Estimator Teacher Highlights  Building Superintendent Mr. Scott Hogben  Project Manager Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 319

 General Contractor  Industry Certifications: Commercial Carpentry  B.S., Technology Education  Years in Industry: Since 1992

Page 12 Program Description Cosmetology involves the science of improving beauty through the care and treatment of skin, hair, and nails. Students in the Cosmetology Program learn all aspects of hair, nail, and skin care. In addition to technical skills, students learn hands-on by participating in clinical experiences. During clinical, students practice their skills in our on-site beauty salon where they schedule appointments with clients, sanitize equipment, perform services and keep accurate records.

Units of Instruction

 Scalp Treatment and Shampoo  Hairstyling  Hair Shaping  Permanent Waving  Facial and Hair Removal  Nail Technology  Hair Coloring  Chemical Relaxer and Ethnic Hair  Wigs and Hair Pieces  Salon Management

Successful Student Profile Many in this field are artistically inclined, possess positive atti- tudes and strive to keep up with current hairstyle trends. Stu- dents must be willing to learn chemistry and anatomy as it re- Postsecondary Schools lates to the cosmetology field. Other characteristics of success- ful cosmetologists may include manual dexterity, eye-hand coor-  Pennsylvania Academy of Cosmetology dination, color perception and the ability to accept constructive  Douglas Education Center criticism. Physical demands include standing or sitting for an extended period of time and exposure to chemicals (with proper  Empire Beauty Schools ventilation). At a minimum, it is recommended that students fol- low an academic schedule that consists of college prep courses in English, math, science, and humanities.

Page 13 Industry Certifications The following industry certification is available upon successful completion of this program:

 Pennsylvania State Board of Cos- metology

Career Pathways This program prepares you for ca- reers in the Cosmetology field. Exam- ples of careers include:

 Cosmetologist

 Nail Technician

 Salon Manager

 Salon Owner

 Make-Up Artist

 State Board Examiner

 Competition Stylist Teacher Highlights  Instructor

 Hair Stylist Mr. Glenn Isaac Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 312  Field Technician  Years Teaching: Since 1997  Wig Dresser  Industry Certifications: Cosmetology Teacher Certification   Body Make-Up Artist B.A., Communications  Vocational Teaching Certification  Mortuary Beautician

Page 14 Program Description Culinary Arts is a basic program to develop a professional foun- dation in the work habits, techniques, and attitude necessary to obtain and retain an entry-level position in the food service indus- try. Students are prepared for all phases of the food service industry including short order cook or server. With additional training, students may become chefs. Training includes menu planning, portion sizing, and food cost control measures, as well as purchasing and inventory control. The procedures, method, goal, and laboratory experiences are directed toward a variety of career objectives and educational needs of individual students. Our program offers students a supervised situation in which to practice leadership responsibilities, even though additional edu- cation may be desired upon graduation from high school. Pride in and the dignity of gainful employment appropriate to one’s capaci- ties, skills and ability are a strong emphasis of the program. Stu- dents have the opportunity to earn a ServSafe Certificate, along with the PA Food Employee Certification provided by the Pennsyl- vania Department of Agriculture.

Program of Study Units of Instruction

 Maintain Hygiene and Sanitation  Perform Basic Cooking Skills Successful Student Profile  Prepare Eggs and Dairy Products  Prepare Cold Foods and Beverages Most people in this industry have a strong desire to  Prepare Reconstituted Foods work with and serve other people. Students must  Prepare Basic Fruits and Vegetables accurately weigh and measure ingredients, requir-  Produce Basic Bakery Goods and Desserts ing a good knowledge of math skills. Good hand-eye  Prepare Stocks, Soups, and Sauces coordination and manual dexterity are important  Prepare Farinaceous Foods and Cereals when working with kitchen tools and machinery.  Prepare Meat and Poultry / Fish and Seafood Good hygiene and the ability to maintain a sanitary  Plan, Organize, and Administer Culinary Program environment is essential when working in the food industry. At a minimum, it is recommended that stu- dents follow an academic schedule that consists of college prep courses in English, math, science, and humanities.

Page 15 Postsecondary Schools

 Art Institute of Pittsburgh  Bradford School  Community College of Allegheny County  Culinary Institute of America  Indiana University of Pennsylvania  Johnson and Wales University  Pennsylvania College of Technology  Pennsylvania Institute of Culinary Arts  Pennsylvania State University  Sawyer School  University of Pittsburgh  Westmoreland County Community College*

*Articulation Agreements (You can earn college credits at this college!)

Industry Certifications The following industry certification is available upon successful completion of this program:

 ServSafe Certification

Career Pathways This program prepares you for careers in the Teacher Highlights Culinary field. Examples of careers include: Mrs. Dhara McCaver Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 336  Chef  Baker  Years Teaching: 1987  Banquet Manager  Industry Certifications: ServSafe Proctor  Cake Decorator  B.S., Food Service Management  Deli Manager  Dietary Aide  Dietician  Food Service Management  Hotel Restaurant Management  Sanitation Manager

Page 16 Program Description Successful Student Profile The evolution of digital media in our culture has created a Most people in this industry are creatively inclined demand for professionals in web design, animation, multime- and have strong color perception, hand-eye coordi- dia, digital video production, and digital photography. Students nation, and manual dexterity qualities. Attention to interested in pursuing one of these careers will benefit from detail is a key characteristic of professionals in this attending the Digital Media Technology program. field. Students should possess skills in computer, math, art, grammar, spelling and visual communi- Designed to provide students with the technical and job skills cations. At a minimum, it is recommended that stu- needed to succeed in these industries, the DMT program of- dents follow an academic schedule that consists of fers hands-on experience with state of the art equipment and college prep courses in English, math, science, and software. Students attending the DMT program become daily humanities. users of industry standard software including Adobe CS4 Photoshop for image editing; Adobe CS4 Premiere and After Effects for digital video editing; Adobe CS4 Dreamweaver for Postsecondary Schools web page authoring; and Adobe Flash for multimedia anima-  Art Institute of Pittsburgh tion. Students also have the opportunity to work with profes-  California University of PA sional video and Digital SLR cameras. Curriculum is student-  Indiana University of PA centered and allows for practical learning experiences where  Oakbrook Academy* students apply their skills by managing nonprofit or school  Pennsylvania College of Technology wide projects.  St. Vincent College

 Westmoreland County Community College *

Units of Instruction *Articulation Agreements (You can earn college  Introduction to Digital Media credits at one of these colleges!)

 Digital Design

 Photography

 Video Production

 Web Design

 Flash Animation

 Photoshop

Page 17 Industry Certifications The following industry certification is available upon successful completion of this program:

 Adobe Certified Associate

Career Pathways This program prepares you for ca- reers in the Digital Media field. Exam- ples of careers include:

 Web Page Designer

 Multimedia Artist

 Video Producer

 Photographer

 Marketing/Advertising

 Camera Operator Teacher Highlights  Public Relations Mrs. Melaney Brubaker Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 311  Graphic Design  Years in Industry: Since 1998  Years Teaching: Since 2006  Animation Design  B.S., Communications Media  M.Ed., Business Workforce Development  Affiliations: National Business Education Association

Page 18 Successful Student Profile Program Description Students entering this program should have good This course will help students understand the technologies of hand-eye coordination. Creativity, communication print media, preparing them for careers in today’s most dynamic and problem solving skills, as well as familiarity with fields. Skills are developed in a variety of areas including digital many computer graphics and design software pro- imaging, typography, graphic design, desktop publishing, image grams, are also important. Measurements, art, capture and graphics. Students are challenged to understand and grammar, spelling and visual communications is implement current industry trends utilizing Macintosh computers helpful. Most people in the industry have good eye- in conjunction with a vast array of digital printing applications. sight, color perception and manual dexterity. Atten- Program specific software includes In Design, Photoshop, Illus- tion to detail is a key quality. At a minimum, it is rec- trator, and Acrobat. ommended that students follow an academic sched- ule that consists of college prep courses in English, Students have the opportunity to receive industry certification in math, science, and humanities. two areas: Introduction to Graphic Communications and Digital File Preparation. Students that graduate with PrintED certifica- tion have the equivalent of six months of on-the-job training.

Program of Study Units of Instruction

 PrintED Accreditation Program  Introduction to Graphic Communications  Digital File Preparation  Job Production Management  Digital File Output  Typography  Page Layout Postsecondary Schools  Image Capture  Art Institute of Pittsburgh*  Press Operations  California University of PA  Binding and Finishing  Carnegie Mellon University  Platemaking  Commonwealth Technical Institute*  Illustration  Oakbridge Academy of Arts*  Digital Imaging  Pennsylvania College of Technology  Internet Basics  Pittsburgh Technical Institute*  Color Theory  Seton Hill University  PDF  St. Vincent College  Westmoreland County Community College *

*Articulation Agreements (You can earn college credits at one of these colleges!)

Page 19 Industry Certifications The following industry certification is available upon successful completion of this program:

 PrintEd Certification

Career Pathways This program prepares you for careers in the Graphic Communications field. Examples of careers include:

 Graphic Designer  Creative Director  Print Production Artist  Cartoonist  Digital Imaging Specialist  Scanner Operator  Graphic Artist  Pre-Press Specialist  Bindery Technician  Illustrator  Offset Press Operator

Teacher Highlights Mr. Brent Polinsky Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 335  Years Teaching: Since 2000  A.A.S., Digital Design & Desktop Publishing  Industry Certifications: PrintED Instructor; Evaluation Team Leader – PrintED; Active Member  International Graphic Arts Education Association (IGAEA)

Page 20 Program Description The Health Occupation Technology Program offers a combination of subject matter and clinical education designed to prepare indi- viduals for entry level positions in the health field. The program covers all requirements for the first step on the health career ladder and provides basic preparation for "spring boarding" to other Health Occupation careers such as, but not limited to, Licensed Practi- cal Nurse, Registered Nurse, Lab Technician, X-ray Technician, Dietician, Medical Transcriptionist, Unit/Ward Clerk, etc. Successful completion of the program will provide the graduate with eligibility for the PA State Competency Evaluation for Nursing Assistants and a completed task list of medical office assistant competencies.

Nurse Assisting is designed to prepare students to work in an entry level position in a health care facility. Students will study basic nursing skills, infection control, rights/abuse prevention, personal care skills, basic wound care, mobility skills, nutrition/hydration, client’s rights, and restorative skills. Upon successful completion of the 200 hour theory and clinical requirements, students will participate in the 40 hour clinical rotation where they will provide care to patients in an actual health care facility under supervision of their instructor. Students will then qualify to take the Pennsylvania Certified Nurse Aide exam. Upon successful completion of the state exam, students will be placed on the PA Nurse Aide Registry as Certified Nurses Aides. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in the cooperative education program where they continue their learning in an actual health care facility.

Medical Assisting primarily focuses on two areas: administration and clinical. The administration curriculum includes medical office management, business administration, medical insurances, transcription, recordkeeping, and accounting. The clinical curriculum focuses on medical office procedures consisting of patient assessment, lab techniques, patient documentation, anatomy/physiology, medical terminology, medical law and lab safety. Students enrolled in the medical assisting program will study both theory and clini- cal matter in the health career field. Students will have the opportunity to participate in job shadowing activities and the cooperative education program where students continue to learn in an actual workplace setting.

Program of Study Units of Instruction

 Human Needs and Human  Communications Development  Moving, Lifting, and Positioning  Infection Control  Personal Care Skills/Basic Nursing Skills  Safety and Body Mechanics  Urinary / Bowel/ Elimination/ Nutrition  Medical Terminology and Hydration  Resident Unit  Confusion, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s/  Common, Chronic, and Acute Death and Dying Conditions  Rehab/Restorative/Mental Health and  Nursing Assistant and Care Team Illness  Legal and Ethical Issues  Emergency Care and Disaster Preparedness

Page 21 Successful Student Profile Industry Certifications The health care professional must possess a genuine in- The following industry certifications are available upon terest in helping others. The ability to multi-task and be successful completion of this program: able to perform in different environments is a must. They must also be a team player to be able to deal with the pub-  CPR /First Aid lic population. Health care professionals must possess  PA Nurse Aide Certification good hygiene, a pleasant demeanor, and must be able to respect the confidential nature of medical information. At Career Pathways a minimum, it is recommended that students follow an academic schedule that consists of college prep courses This program prepares you for careers in the Health Oc- in English, math, science, and humanities. cupations field. Examples of careers include:

 Licensed Practical Nurse Postsecondary Schools  Medical Office Assistant  Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County*  Nurse Aide  Career Training Academy*  Occupational/Physical Therapy Assistant  Commonwealth Technical Institute*  EMT/Paramedic Technology  Conemaugh School of Nursing  Registered Nurse  Fayette County AVTS Practical Nursing Program *  Medical Assistant  Greater Altoona CTC*  Medical Transcriptionist  Greater Johnstown CTC  Medical Biller  Greene County CTC*  Massage Therapist  Harcum College *  ICM School of Business  Johnson College*  Lancaster County CTC* Teacher Highlights  Lenape AVTS Practical Nursing Program* Mrs. Lindsey Smetak Mrs. Susan McCreery  Northern Tier Career Center* Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]  Pennsylvania Institute of Technology* Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 314 Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 317  Pennsylvania College of Technology  Years Teaching: Since 2003  Years in Industry: Since 1994  Pennsylvania State University  A.D.N., Registered Nurse  B.S.N., Registered Nurse  University of Pittsburgh  Industry Certifications:  Industry Certifications:  Western School of Health and Business Careers American Heart Association American Heart Association  Westmoreland County Community College First Aid /CPR Instructor First Aid /CPR Instructor;  Wilkes-Barre Area CTC* Gerontology

*Articulation Agreements (You can earn college credits at one of these colleges!)

Page 22 Program Description Successful Student Profile Almost every product that we use on a daily basis has gone A successful machine tool student should start through a machining process of one type or another. In EWCTC’s out with a good mechanical aptitude and basic Machine Tool Technology program, the students learn how to cre- math reasoning skills. ate the parts that make modern technology work. A machinist can take raw materials and produce a specialized finished product Good communication skills are a plus along with a through knowledge that is a combination of theoretical informa- good attitude for learning. tion and hands-on experience. With practical experience in bench work, assembly layout, manual machining and numerical control At a minimum, it is recommended that students programming, the student will be prepared to handle a wide range follow an academic schedule that consists of col- of responsibilities in the metalworking industry. lege prep courses in English, math, science, and humanities. Early emphasis will be placed on measuring tools and basic ma- chining principles gradually growing skills until the student is ready to make National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Postsecondary Schools projects. Upon completion of this program, the student will have  California University of PA achieved an excellent basis upon which to enter related employ-  Community College of Allegheny County ment, postsecondary education, or enter the National Tooling and  Pennsylvania College of Technology Machining Association Apprentice Training Program. This program  Pennsylvania State University is accredited by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills.  University of Pittsburgh  Westmoreland County Community College*

Units of Instruction *Articulation Agreements (You can earn college  Band Saw, Drill Press, & Mill Operations credits at this college!)  Lathe Operations and Threading  Lathe: Tapers and Turning  Mill: Rotary Tables and Boring  Grinder Operations & Grinding Threading Tools  Blueprint Reading  Machine Tool Technology Mathematics Teacher Highlights  Master CAM Mr. Kenneth Pedder  CNC Lathe and Mill Setup Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 328  Die Making  Tools and Fixtures  Journeyman Tool & Die Maker  Computer Measuring Machine  Years in Industry: Since 1988  Years Teaching: Since 2004  All NIMS Level 1 Industry Certifications  A.A.S., Engineering

Page 23 Industry Certifications The following industry certifications are available upon successful completion of this program:

 National Institute of Metal Working Skills (NIMS) - various certifica- tions

Career Pathways This program prepares you for careers in the Machine Tool field. Examples of careers include:

 Mechanical Engineer

 Shop Foreman

 Machinist Apprentice

 Toolmaker Apprentice

 Tool and Die Maker

 Machine Operator (lathe, milling machine, drill press)

 CNC Setup and Programmer

 Gunsmith

 Quality Control Inspector

 Aerospace

 Heavy Equipment Repair Machinist

 Entrepreneur (Business Owner)

Page 24 Program Description Masonry is the use of brick, block and stone to create structural projects. Students learn to construct foundations, brick veneer, fireplaces, arches, and retaining walls. They will get extensive hands on training of the basics of brick and block laying. Students will get a view of all phases of masonry construction both residentially and commercially. They will learn how to set up supply, layout, construct and finish projects on their own. Students will also learn the basics of layout, estimating and blueprint reading of masonry projects.

An introduction to concrete work and tiling is also available. Here, the students learn the basics of footings, sidewalks, and con- crete slabs. Layout and installation of various tile types are also introduced.

Upon completion of required tasks, students are able to earn an Advanced Certificate of Completion by constructing various ad- vanced and more challenging masonry projects. Arches, projections, quoins, rakes, and serpentine projects are examples of the advanced projects introduced. Hard work, quality of work and attention to detail are stressed daily. The goal is to give students a real world masonry experience to better prepare them for a career or a postsecondary masonry education.

**Students enrolled in this program rotate through the four construction programs. Successful Student Profile

A hard working mentality with a creative mind- Program of Study Units of Instruction set suits a mason well. Basic math skills, alge- bra, geometry and problem solving skills are  Blueprint Reading necessary. Manual dexterity, attention to detail  Masonry Hand Tools and pride in one's work are also important. At a minimum, it is recommended that students  Building Site Preparation/Layout follow an academic schedule that consists of  Scaffold Building/Safety college prep courses in English, math, science,  Power Tool Safety and humanities.  Masonry Ties and Fasteners  Bricklaying Techniques  Block Laying Techniques Postsecondary Schools  Mix and Spread Mortar  International Masonry Institute  Fireplace and Chimney Construction  PA Local #9 Apprenticeship Program  Arch Construction   Estimating Pennsylvania College of Technology  Thaddeus Stevens School of Technology

Page 25 Industry Certifications The following industry certifications are available upon successful completion of this program:

 10 Hr. OSHA Certification (Pending)  PA Homebuilders Association  PACMA (Pending)

Career Pathways This program prepares you for careers in the Masonry field. Examples of ca- reers include:

 Bricklayer

 Blocklayer

 Stone Mason

 Cement Finisher

 Masonry Laborer

 Tile and Marble Setter

 Contractors

 Estimator Teacher Highlights

 Ceramic Tile Design Mr. William Wilson Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 321  Construction  Years in Industry: Since 1995 (Commercial and Residential)  Estimator  Industry Certifications: OSHA Certification  Job Site Supervisor or Foreman  Industry Affiliation: PACMA

 Mason Contractor

 Quality Control Technician

 Masonry Restoration

Page 26 Program Description Successful Student Profile Mechanical and Electronics Engineering are emerging fields of Engineering technicians use the principles and theo- engineering that integrate electrical engineering, mechanical ries of science, engineering, and mathematics to engineering, computer science, control engineering and informa- solve technical problems in research and develop- tion technology. Mechatronics combines areas of engineering to ment, manufacturing, sales, construction, inspection, allow the design, development and application of "smart devices" and maintenance. Because many engineering techni- in an integrated, cross-disciplinary manner. Mechatronics is the cians assist in design work, creativity is desirable. science of intelligent systems where students learn to design, Good communication skills and the ability to work well develop, fabricate, and test smart systems. Robotics is a good with others also are important. At a minimum, it is example of Mechatronics since it combines various mechanical recommended that students follow an academic parts such as arms, actuators, gears and wheels, with electronic schedule that consists of college prep courses in components that control movement, and provide power. Hands- English, math, science, and humanities. on projects emphasize design of mechanical systems using em- bedded real-time computing including projects in robotics, auto- mation and controls to include building and programming your Postsecondary Schools very own robots.  California University of Pennsylvania  Carnegie Mellon University  ITT Technical Institute Program of Study Units of Instruction  Johnson College*  Pennsylvania College of Technology  Electronics (AC/DC Circuits analog and digital)  Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics*  Universal Technical Institute  Robotics (Battle Bots VEX / Boe-Bots)  University of Pittsburgh  Introduction to Engineering (electronic/mechanical/robotic)  Westmoreland County Community College*  Parametric Solid Modeling (Solid Works) *Articulation Agreements (You can earn college  Rapid Prototyping (3 Dimensional Printing) credits at one of these colleges!)  Programmable Logic Controllers (motor and pneumatic con- trols)  Introduction to Nanotechnology

Page 27 Industry Certifications The following industry certifications are available upon successful comple- tion of this program:

 Electronics Technicians Associa- tion (ETA)  Certified Electronics Techni- cian (CET)  Student Electronics Techni- cian (SET)  Electronics Technology

Career Pathways This program prepares you for ca- reers in the Mechatronics field. Exam- ples of careers include:

 Electro-Mechanical Technicians

 Robotic Engineers

 Mechanical Engineering Techni- cians

 Field Technician Teacher Highlights  Electrical and Electronics Re- Mr. Jeff Mori pairers, Commercial and Indus- Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 317 trial Equipment  Industry Certifications: Electronics Technicians Association (ETA)  Certified Electronics Technician Administrator (CETA)  Biomechatronics Worker  United States Army Veteran  Electrical and Electronic Engi-  Years in Industry: Since 1995  Baccalaureate degree from Saint Vincent College neering Technicians  Industrial Machinery Mechanics

 Cybernetics Technician

Page 28 Program Description The Plumbing program is designed to prepare students for careers in the plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air condi- tioning industries. Throughout the program, students learn the basics of blueprint reading, layout and assembling, install- ing, altering and repairing of piping and plumbing fixtures. Design and installation of plumbing systems for both residen- tial and commercial buildings are emphasized. Upon success- ful completion of the program, students are awarded the Pennsylvania Homebuilders Association Certificate.

**Students enrolled in this program rotate through the four construction programs.

Program of Study Units of Instruction

 Residential Plumbing  Plumbing Materials  Power/Hand Tool Safety  Layout and Design  Install Draws and Tubing  Rough-In Plumbing  Blueprint Reading  Mathematics for Processes  Blueprint Reading for Heating Successful Student Profile  Hydronic Heating Students should be skilled in advanced math, have  AC / Refrigeration good reading and interpretation skills, and the ability  Electrical Troubleshooting to work at varying heights. Good hand-eye coordina-  Sheetmetal Layout tion, manual dexterity, and the ability to lift heavy  Furnace Installation objects are important in this industry.

At a minimum, it is recommended that students fol- low an academic schedule that consists of college prep courses in English, math, science, and humani- ties.

Page 29 Postsecondary Schools

 Advanced Training Institute  Pennsylvania College of Technology  Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology  Triangle Tech  Universal Technical Institute  Westmoreland County Community College *

*Articulation Agreements (You can earn college credits at this college!)

Industry Certifications The following industry certifications are available upon successful comple- tion of this program:  PA Homebuilders Association  Refrigerant Recovery Certifica- tion (EPA 608)

Career Pathways Teacher Highlights This program prepares you for ca- reers in the Plumbing field. Examples Mr. Gary Zacur of careers include: Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 323  Years Teaching: Since 1994  Heating, Ventilation and Air Con-  Years in Industry: Since 1985 ditioning Installer  A.A.S., Specialized Technology  Utility Worker  Industry Certifications: CFC Certified  Pipe Fitter  Plumber  Plumbing Draftsperson  Plumbing Inspector  Plumbing Salesperson  Steamfitter  Boilermaker Page 30 Program Description Successful Student Profile Welding is a vital part of our society’s infrastructure. As a result, Successful welders have good manual dexterity, career opportunities in the welding field are endless and in de- hand-eye coordination, physical strength and a mand. Upon successful completion of this program, students will working knowledge of mathematical processes. be ready for the challenges of this growing field. The Welding pro- Other personal characteristics include the ability to gram teaches various methods to permanently fuse metals by work in close quarters, tolerance of strong odors, applying intense heat and filler metal. Students will learn basic heat and bright light. In addition, welders must work blueprint reading, metallurgy, safety, testing, fabrication, as well well with others and in independent setting. At a as inspection. Theoretical and practical study covers carbon minimum, it is recommended that students follow an steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and other materials. Curriculum academic schedule that consists of college prep includes instruction in oxy-fuel cutting, shielded metal arc, gas courses in English, math, science, and humanities. metal arc, flux-cored arc, and gas tungsten steel welding tech- niques. This program is certified by the American Welding Society.

Postsecondary Schools Program of Study Units of Instruction  Community College of Allegheny College*  Principles of Welding  Harrisburg Area Community College*  Manual Oxy-Fuel Gas Cutting  Pennsylvania College of Technology*  Pennsylvania Highlands Community College*  Shielded Metal Arc Welding  Northampton County Community College*  Gas Metal Arc Welding  Westmorland County Community College*

 Welder’s Drawing/Symbol Interpretation *Articulation Agreements (You can earn college  Visual Examination, Inspection, and Testing credits at one of these colleges!)

 Flux-cored Arc Welding

 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

 Mechanized Oxy-fuel Gas Cutting Teacher Highlights  Manual Plasma Arc Cutting Mr. Lou Toth  Manual Air Carbon Arc Cutting Email: [email protected] . Phone: 724-539-9788 ext. 339  Brazing and Soldering  Years in Industry: Since 1995  Years Teaching: Since 2007  Industry Certification: AWS D1.1. Certified Welder

Page 31 Industry Certifications The following industry certification is available upon successful completion of this program:

 American Welding Society—D1.1. Welding Certification

Career Pathways This program prepares you for ca- reers in the Welding Technology field. Examples of careers include:

 Welding Technician

 Welding Engineer

 Welding Inspector

 Metal Fabricator

 Welding Supervisor

 Maintenance Welder

 Ironworker

 Boilermaker

 Metallurgist

 Underwater Welder

 Pipe Welder

 Shipbuilder

 Steamfitter

 Structural Steel Worker

 Quality Control Technician

Page 32 INTERNSHIP Programs Allied Health: This program will provide interns with information to make an accurate decision about a future health care career. Interns gain academic, personal and technical skills. The program is flexible to meet the individual needs of those interns who apply for acceptance. In order to accommodate this, transportation to Excela Health Latrobe Area Hospital and other clinical sites must be provided by the intern. This feature allows interns the flexibility they need regarding scheduling and hospital activities at the end of the day. Interns must have at least one period free at the end of the day. The interns spend 120 hours or more in classroom instruction and clinical rotations. In- terns must have a solid preparation in science, mathematics and English. Classes will include health care and management trends, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, safety, infection control, first aid, CPR, patient confidentiality, legalities and ethics. Daily objectives and assignments will document hours. Journaling will reflect activities. One personal eight hour practicum case study is required. Credit towards graduation may be awarded by school districts. Clinical will encompass diagnostic, therapeutic, and ancillary health care careers such as: laboratory, radiology, pharmacy, veterinarian, cardiac, nursing, optical, emergency, family practice, pediatrics, chiropractic, surgi- cal, dentistry, speech therapy, physical/occupational therapies.

Pre-Engineering: Pre-Engineering Technology is a career exploration program designed to define engineering and permit students to in- vestigate the broad-based nature of engineering positions. Students will explore career requirements and opportunities in Civil, Electrical/ Electronic, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Biomedical, Chemical, and Specialty Fields in Engineering. Guest speakers and site visits to engineer- ing firms and local industry will provide access to educational requirements, career information and employment outlooks. Students will gain further exposure to the career through job shadowing and a six- week internship with a local company. This program also examines the general academic and safety requirements of the engineering field. Classes will include a focus on the mathematical, scientific and communi- cation skills necessary for engineers. Students will learn key concepts in manufacturing, such as blueprint reading and problem- solving. The Pre-Engineering Technology program is a .5 credit course. The course meets at EWCTC one period per day for one semester for a total of 90+ hours in classroom instruction and internships. Students must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, complete an application for acceptance and have teacher recommendation to be eligible for this rigorous program. Grades are based on daily participation, tests and theory. This is a newly proposed program that will operate based on enrollment.

Cooperative Education School-to-work experiences are offered under the Cooperative Education Program for seniors who complete basic competencies and port- folio requirements. It is an extension of the classroom because the employer takes on the role of furthering the student’s education by pro- viding meaningful work activities for which the student is paid. Cooperative education students are not simply part-time employees. The activities assigned to them are designed in cooperation between the cooperative education coordinator and the employer. New and chal- lenging activities should be assigned on a periodic basis so that the student’s skill and knowledge are being increased. A training agreement is signed by the student, employer, parent and school identifying the critical roles that each play in the cooperative education process.

9th Grade Career Exploration This is a unique option for selected 9th grade students who are highly motivated in career and technical education. Selected students spend a half-day in the high school and a half day at EWCTC. Enrollment is limited.

Page 33 National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) NTHS, a non-profit educational organization, was created to reward excellence in CTC education. Only those students with a overall grade point average of a 3.0 or higher, recommended by the faculty, and exhibit the qualities of skilled workmanship, honesty, responsibility, leadership, citizenship, scholastic achievement, and excellent attendance are selected into membership.

SkillsUSA In becoming a SkillsUSA member, you will: participate in community projects, skill competitions, fund raising projects, SkillsUSA– spon- sored social and recreational activities; develop leadership skills, high standards in trade ethics, workmanship, scholarship and safety; be able to have a voice in school-related activities and be eligible to run for a SkillsUSA office, school-wide and in-class. The purpose of Skill- sUSA is to unite a common bond for all students enrolled in trade, industrial, technical and health education; to develop leadership activi- ties through participation in educational, CTC, civic, recreational, and social activities; to promote high standards in trade ethics, work- manship, scholarship and safety.

Red Cross Club

The Red Cross Club is an integral part of the Health Assistant Endless Opportunities At EWCTC! program at EWCTC. The students gain experience in leadership, Our students have opportunities fund-raising and disaster preparedness. The Red Cross Club that wouldn’t be available any- sponsors an annual blood drive and participates in disaster team where else. These opportunities training are relevant work-based activities where students use their skills to help our communities. Projects Home Builders Association are live work requests, permitted Home Builders Association is an organization dedicated to en- only to non-profit organizations. riching and advancing the education of those students in the building industry. The goal of this organization is to provide One example is the recent Lincoln trained skilled workers, promote the industry as a career and Highway Roadside Giant project. help the membership address its need for qualified employees. This project involved students Students who are enrolled in the construction programs or any from the Welding, Machine Tool, other related program at EWCTC have the opportunity to join this Graphic Communications, and organization. Digital Media Technology pro- grams. Students helped design, construct, and document this BotsIQ historical project from conception BotsIQ is an educational program where students from various to completion during the 2009—10 programs join forces to create and produce a homemade re- school year. mote controlled robot used to compete in various competitions across the State.

For more information, please contact our Guidance Counselor, Heather Kaecher, at 724-539-9788 extension 309. Brochure Design and Photo Credits: Digital Media Technology Students

Page 34 TITLE IX COMPLIANCE STATEMENT Eastern Westmoreland Career and Technology Center, in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, will not discriminate in educational pro- grams which it operates, or in admission or enrollment procedures on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, or handicap. The Eastern Westmore- land Career and Technology Center is an equal opportunity employer and educational institution. We assure that procedures and practices are followed to provide equal access to all programs. Any questions concerning the application of Title IX, compliance or complaints may be referred to the Vocational Administrator, Compli- ance Officer, at 4904 Route 982, Latrobe, PA 15650, 724-539-9788 - Extension 331.