(Updated 24-Sep-2013)
WHO CAN ENROLL IN ROP CLASSES?
The ROP was established to provide career technical education for high school students 16 years of age or older (typically 11th and 12th grade students). Students under the age of 16 can be enrolled in an ROP class only if the student is enrolled in grade 11 or higher. If the student is in grade 10, the student must receive a counseling referral to ROP as part of a specific career technical pathway, complete with parental consent.
CAN SCHOOL CREDIT BE EARNED FOR ROP COURSES?
High School students who satisfactorily complete the course requirements can be granted credit according to local district policies. ROP students in the Rialto District can earn no more than 20 credits per semester and 40 lifetime credits.
ROP students completing a course receive a Certificate of Competency, which is signed by the instructor. In addition, there are a few classes that are articulated with local community colleges.
Building & Construction Trades - Industry Sector
Woodworking Manufacturing (1 year course)
This competency-based course prepares students for entry-level positions in woodworking industry. The course includes the use of basic and advanced tools and equipment, as well as, special materials and various finishes. The course is designed to serve students with limited background in woodworking and to serve students with previous training and experience in woodworking. The students will demonstrate their knowledge and skill level by designing and completing wood projects.
Engineering & Architecture - Industry Sector
Digital Electronics (1 year course)
This Project Lead the Way course will provide students with a solid foundation in Digital Electronics. Students will learn the basic properties of electricity and electronic circuitry. Students will design, test and construct actual electronic devices. Instructional topics will include fundamentals of electricity, Boolean algebra circuit design, and digital electronics application. Other topics covered are computer simulation, programming and Boe-bot coding.
Health Science & Medical Technology - Industry Sector
Intro. to Health Careers: (1 semester course)
This course is designed for students interested in a career in the Health Care Industry. Students research career path options and learn about a variety of careers in the health care. Students receive instruction in the concepts of group dynamics, conflict resolution and negotiations, leg responsibility, safety, legal and ethical responsibility, safety, first aid, and standard precautions. Related mathematics, language arts standards are reinforced.
Medical Records Specialist (1 semester course)
This course is designed for students interested in a medical career in a hospital or clinic environment. This course prepares students to enter employment or to continue their training in the medical field. Students receive instruction in all aspects of maintaining medical records and filing systems, including how to transfer, release, purge, store, retrieve and destroy records and files. The importance of confidentiality and ethical conduct is stressed. Students practice using terminology and communication skills that are appropriate for the medical office.
Medical Terminology (1 semester course)
This course is a prerequisite for the majority of health career classes and most health careers. This course it centered on the language of healthcare (medical terminology) through the study of anatomy and physiology. A strong foundation in medical terminology is necessary for all students who want a career in the Health Science and Medical Technology Industry Sector.
Intro. to Nursing Careers: (1 year course)
This course is designed for students interested in a career in nursing. Students research career path options and educational requirements. Students receive instruction in the fundamental skills and concepts of patient care, mathematics, human anatomy, legal and ethical responsibility, safety, first aid, and standard precautions. Related mathematical and language arts standards are reinforced. Students may complete certifications in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Providers and Automated External Defibrillation. (AED)
Manufacturing & Product Development - Industry Sector
Welding Technology (1 year course)
This course introduces students to various welding techniques. This is an exploratory course to introduce students to a possible career path into welding and related endeavors. The course will include classroom and practical instruction in arc, oxy-acetylene, metal inert gas, tungsten inert gas welding and cutting methods. Students will also learn metal fabrication mechanical skills and practicing shop safety. Students that achieve competency in this course can progress to the Welding Certification course and prepare to become a Certified Welder.
Welding Certification (1 year course)
The course is designed for students with some basic welding skills. The course will include classroom and in-depth practical instruction in oxy-acetylene, metal inert gas and wire feed welding, and shielded metal arc welding, project building and fabrication. Students that achieve competency in this course have an excellent opportunity for entry-level employment in the welding field and will be prepared to take the welding certification examination.
Transportation - Industry Sector
Auto Collision Repair (1 year course)
This course is designed to provide students with the skills to gain entry-level employment in the field of auto body repair. Included in the instruction and practical application of this course is straightening, welding, forming, filling, sanding and painting of automobile bodies. This classroom is equipped with a state-of-the-art paint booth, framer and laser equipment.
Advanced Auto Collision Repair (180 hours)
Advanced Auto Collision Repair is for students who have completed one year of Auto Collision Repair. One hundred eighty (180) hours of instruction will be provided in the areas of estimation, repair of frame and unitized body, and advanced refinishing techniques. The emphasis of the course is to continue objectives provided in the standard course such as:
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