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All CI's Programs of Study
Architecture and Interior Design / Arquitectura y Diseño de Interiores [Architecture and Construction Cluster] The Architecture and Interior Design pathway is designed to meet the needs of students interested in pursuing a career in residential or commercial Architecture and Interior Design. Students in this program of study will gain knowledge and skills about space planning; interior building materials and finishes; casework, furniture, furnishings and equipment; lighting; acoustics; wayfinding; ergonomics and anthropometrics; and human environmental behavior. The Architecture and Interior Design program of study is available in all 3 Career Institutes. [Read more][Leer más] |
Automotive Technician / Técnico Automotriz[Transportation and Logistics Cluster]The Automotive Technician program of study is designed to introduce students to the automotive service industry. Students will learn knowledge and skills in the repair, maintenance, and diagnosis of vehicle systems. The purpose of this program is to prepare students for a future career as automotive technicians. The Automotive Technician program of study is available only at the Career Institute North. [Read more][Leer más] |
Aviation / Aviación[Transportation and Logistics Cluster]This pathway is designed to meet the needs of students interested in pursuing careers in aerospace, aviation, air traffic control, and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) operators or electro-mechanical technicians. There is a significant need in this industry, as many pilots and air traffic controllers are retiring without qualified replacements in the pipeline. The Aviation pathway is available at the Career Institute North and at the Roberth and Charmaine Price Institute, also known as Career Institute South. [Read more][Leer más] |
Construction and Carpentry / Construcción y Carpintería[Architecture and Construction Cluster]This course is an introduction to the carpentry trade and its application as a career in the construction industry. Basic building materials and construction methods are thoroughly covered in preparation for the program’s projects. Each course has a laboratory component that applies classroom curriculum to assigned shop projects, includes appropriate local field trips, and begins site preparation and layout for the fall and spring semester’s class projects. The Construction and Carpentry program is available at all 3 Career Insitutes. [Read more][Leer más] |
Cybersecurity / Ciberseguridad[Information Technology Cluster]The Cybersecurity pathway is designed to prepare students for the growing field of cybersecurity and computer science. Cybersecurity is the protection of internet-connected systems, including hardware, software, and data from malicious attacks. Once a specialty only associated with government agencies and defense contractors, cybersecurity has now entered the mainstream. Industries such as health care, finance, manufacturing, and retail all hire cybersecurity professionals. This program of study is offered at the 3 Career Institutes. [Read more][Leer más] |
Dental Assistant / Asistente Dental [Health Science Cluster] The Dental Assistant program of study is designed to initiate secondary students to the field of dentistry and related topics. Students will be able to identify dental related career pathways; explain dental legal and ethical responsibilities; recognize professional healthcare behavior and demeanor; and perform routine dental office procedures. The purpose of this program is to prepare secondary students for a future career in dentistry as a Registered Dental Assistant. [Read more][Leer más] |
Electrical and Solar Technology / Electricidad y Tecnología Solar[Architecture and Construction Cluster]The Electrical and Solar Technology pathway introduces students to the basic principles of electricity and proceeds to the concepts of solid-state components such as diodes, transistors, integrated circuits and microprocessor systems, according to the National Electrical Code. Courses simulate actual working conditions in fully equipped laboratories where students put electrical-electronics theory into practice. Along with laboratory experience setting up circuits, troubleshooting and calibrating systems, computer-simulated circuit analysis is used in many of the courses. The Electrical and Solar Technology program of study is available at all 3 Career Institutes. [Read more][Leer más] |
Emergency Medical Technician / Técnico de Emergencias Médicas [Health Science Cluster]The Emergency Medical Technician program of study introduces students to the Emergency Medical Technician occupation and educational opportunities related to the fields of health science and emergency services. Students will learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, communicate effectively, and work well with others. [Read more][Leer más] |
Game Design and E-Sports / Diseño de Videojuegos y E-Sports[Information Technology Cluster]The Game Design & eSports program will introduce students to the programming and design skills required to create fully functional video games. Students will learn the process of developing a game from start to finish. Students will use computer programming, 2D and 3D polygon modeling, and apply textures and materials to prepare for a career in the game design industry. [Read more[[Leer más] |
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration / Calefacción, Ventilación, Aire Acondicionado y Refrigeración[Architecture and Construction Cluster]The HVAC/R pathway concentrates on many of the important side issues in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) field. Students will learn trade-specific basic safety practices, hand and power tools identification and usage, metal piping systems, the fundamentals of electricity, and basic heating systems. Additionally, students will earn the OSHA Safety Certification. Each HVAC course prepares students for success as they train for their senior-level Practicum in Construction Technology. This program of study is accessible at all 3 Career Institutes. [Read more][Leer más] |
Mechatronics and Advanced Manufacturing / Mecatrónica y Fabricación Avanzada[Manufacturing Cluster]The Mechatronics/ Advanced Manufacturing pathway is designed to prepare students for the growing field of mechatronics, manufacturing, and industrial robotics. Mechatronics is a blending of electrical and mechanical engineering and design. It is a study of the design of “intelligent” systems to achieve improved product quality and performance. On this inquiry-grounded project-based learning course, students act as engineers, designing, analyzing, and building systems that automate industrial processes. The Mechatronics and Advanced Manufacturing program of study is open at the Career Institute North and the Career Institute South. [Read more][Leer más] |
Pharmacy Technician / Técnico Farmaceutico[Health Science Cluster]The Pharmacy Technician program of study introduces students to occupations and educational opportunities related to the pharmacy profession. Students will learn skills to perform tasks such as: receiving prescription requests from patients and doctors’ offices, accurately measuring medication amounts, packaging, and labeling prescriptions, establishing, and maintaining patient records, accepting payment for prescriptions, processing insurance claims, and managing inventory. The practicum courses are designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur as internships, mentorships, independent study, or laboratories. The practicum can either be school-lab-based or work-based. Students will be provided opportunities to obtain up to five certifications. [Read more][Leer más] |
Patient Care Technician / Técnico de Atención al Paciente[Health Science Cluster]The Patient Care Technician 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. While pursuing a career in the health science industry, students will learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, communicate effectively, and work well with others. [Read more][Leer más] |
Phlebotomy & EKG / Flebotomía y Electrocardiogramas [Health Science Cluster]The Phlebotomy & EKG program of study is designed to initiate secondary students to the field of diagnostic medicine. This program 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 will also include exploration into the opportunities associated with blood laboratories. [Read more][Leer más] |
Plumbing and Pipefitting / Plomería e Instalación de Tuberías[Architecture and Construction Cluster]The Plumbing and Pipefitting Pathway is an instructional program that prepares individuals to practice as licensed plumbers or pipefitters by applying technical knowledge, safety and skills to layout, assemble, install and maintain plumbing fixtures and systems for steam, natural gas, oil, hot water, heating, cooling, drainage, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems in the home and business environments. The program combines classroom and practical learning experiences that correspond with applicable codes and standards. This program of study is currently available at the 3 Career Institutes. [Read more][Leer más] |
Software Development / Desarrollo de Software [Information Technology Cluster]The Programming and Software Development program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with researching, designing, developing, and testing operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific and general computing applications. This program of study also includes exploration into creating, modifying, and testing the codes, forms and scripts that allow computer operations to run. The practicum courses are designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur as internships, mentorships, independent study, or laboratories. The practicum can either be school-lab-based or work-based. Students will be provided opportunities to obtain up to six certifications. This program is offered at the 3 Career Institutes. [Read more][Leer más] |
Welding / Soldadura [Manufacturing Cluster] The Welding program of study focuses on the development and use of automatic and computer-controlled machines, tools, and robots that perform work on metal or plastic. Students will learn how to modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain individual machines, and how to use hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment. [Read more][Leer más] |