Susan Reyes
Counselor
sreyes@dentonisd.org
940-369-4866
Important Information
about the ATC
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We offer over 25 different programs, many
have the opportunity to earn a license or
certification upon completing the program.
Only juniors and seniors are able to take
classes with the exception of sophomores in
the 1st level of engineering.
There are fees involved for all classes that vary
from $3 to $1500 depending on the class.
Some classes have internships that may
require personal transportation.
All students will earn OSHA (Occupational
Safety and Health Administration)
certification.
Important Information
 ATC
school hours are 8:20-10:45 am for
morning classes and 12:15-3:00 for
afternoon classes.
 Krum ISD will provide transportation for
students next year.
 Mandatory parent/student meeting will
be held April 30th, 5:30-7:30 pm and May
3rd 9:30-11:00 am at the ATC.
 All Krum ISD students must attend two
programs unless they are Cosmetology
students.
Aircraft Technology
Aircraft Technology
Advanced Aircraft Technology
Students will learn general
repair and maintenance of
aircraft systems. As well as
being introduced to the
aviation industry, air traffic
control, ground operations,
weather considerations and
safety.
Animation
Animation
Advanced Animation
Students will learn to use Adobe
Flash to create animations and
games in the first level of this
class. In level two the students
will use NewTek and Lightwave
to create texture, light and
render characters. Students may
earn ACA-FL (Adobe Certified
Associate in Flash) and ACA-DW
(Adobe Certified Associate in
Dreamweaver) as well as
possible college credit.
Architecture
Advanced Architectural Design
Practicum in Architectural Design
This course begins to prepare students
for a career in the architectural field.
Students will use AutoCAD to design
residential and commercial structures.
The use of green materials and solar
energy will be researched and applied
to their final projects.
Audio Video
Production
Audio Video Production
Advanced Audio Video Production
This program provides training for entry
level employment in the Radio,
Television and Film Industries. Students
learn about the pre-production,
production and post-production
phases of producing films and videos
while using Apple Final Cut Pro
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Studio software. They also
participate in filming district
and community activities and
events outside of school.
Automotive Technology
Automotive Technology
Advanced Automotive Technology
Students earn an ASE (Automotive
Service Excellence) Certification
through hands on learning in all systems
of an automobile.
CISCO Internetworking
Technologies
Cisco Internetworking I
Cisco Internetworking II
This program helps prepare
students for entry-level career
opportunities in computer
internetworking. Students
may earn several
certifications including CCNA
(Cisco Certified Network
Associate), ICND 1 & 2 and
CompTia Nework +. This
interactive class allows
students to work with networks
of all sizes.
Commercial
Photography
Commercial Photography
Advanced Commercial Photography
This course develops students’ skills and
knowledge in commercial photography
projects. Students will also develop the
knowledge and skills necessary to
analyze customer needs and
preferences and develop photographs
using a variety of production processes.
In this class, students may earn ACA-PS
(Adobe Certified Associate in
Photoshop)
Computer Maintenance
Computer Maintenance
Computer Technician
IT Essentials curriculum provides an
introduction to the computer hardware
and software skills needed to help meet
the growing demand for entry-level ICT
professionals. The curriculum covers the
fundamentals of computer hardware and
software as well as advanced concepts
such as security, networking, and the
responsibilities of an ICT professional.
Students in the second level course will
complete hands on training through the
repair of computers, cell phones and
tablets. Students may receive a CompTia
A+ and a CompTia Server+ certification.
Cosmetology
Cosmetology I & Intro to Cosmetology
Cosmetology II & Cosmetology Problems &
Solutions
Through the Cosmetology program, students
will learn how to treat hair, skin and nails in
accordance with Texas state licensing
requirements. This program takes two full
blocks a year (four class periods) for two
years to complete the program. When they
graduate, they will test to receive their
Cosmetology license.
Culinary Arts
Hospitality Services
Culinary Arts
Practicum in Culinary Arts
Restaurant Management
Hospitality Services
Practicum in Hospitality Services
Culinary courses will give the students
hands on experience in the world of
professional food production. They will
learn about many facets of the food
service industry from the kitchen to
catering. Students will have the
opportunity to take the Serv-Safe
certification. Hospitality Services will
develop skills needed to excel in careers
including; Hotel and Restaurant Manager,
Cruise Ship Director, Chef, Amusement
Park Manager, Travel Agent, and many
more. Instruction will be delivered through
classroom instruction and/or internships in
community hotels.
Graphic Design
Graphic Design & Illustration
Advanced Graphic Design &
Illustration
This course develops students skills
and knowledge in graphic design
and illustration which is a creative
study of the art of visual
communications and advertising
through creativity, illustration, design,
analysis, approach and technical
skills.
Students may earn an ACA ( Adobe
Certified Associate)for Adobe
Photoshop and Illustrator.
Welding
Welding
Advanced Welding
This course follows the
American Welding Society’s
(AWS) “SENSE” guidelines to
prepare students for a Entry
level certification after
completing Advanced
Welding. It is a hands on
course that is designed for a
student with little or no
experience in welding.
Health Science
Health Science 11th or 12th grade
This course is designed to provide for
the development of multioccupational knowledge and skills
related to a wide variety of health
care careers. Students will have
hands-on experiences for continued
knowledge and skill development.
The course may be taught by
different methodologies such as
laboratory, clinical rotation, or
cooperative education. Student
maybe placed in clinical rotation
internships at the hospitals.
Allied Health Careers
Anatomy & Physiology 1st Semester
Problems & Solutions 2nd Semester
(Seniors only)
Students learn the structure and
functions of the body systems.
This is class where dissection labs
are required and it is taught at a
college level.
Students may take this class as their
4th science credit. (both semesters
must be taken to receive credit)
Students may also receive college
credit if they pursue an allied health
degree at NCTC.
Certified Nurse Assistant
(C.N.A.)
C.N.A.
Seniors only
This course is designed to provide
instruction toward a Certification with
the State of Texas for Certified Nursing
Assistant Students will be able to work
in a medical facility after passing state
certification. Class requirements
include 76 hours of classroom
instruction along with a minimum of 30
to 40 hours of clinical instruction at the
Nursing Facility.
Health Science
Job Shadow
Job Shadow Internship Seniors only
Prerequisite: Health Science
Job Shadow Internships in a selected
specialty area are what this course
entails. This course provides students
an opportunity for an unpaid
internship at a medical location
correlated with the student’s career
goals. It can also be used as an
occupational course specifically
designed to provide knowledge and
skills for certification or licensure in an
allied health career. Students develop
advanced clinical skills necessary for
employment in the health care
industry or continued education in
health careers.
Pharmacology
Pharmacology
Seniors only
The objective of the Pharmacy
Technician Program is to provide
students with the skills and knowledge
to prepare them for the national
Pharmacy Technician Certification
Board exam and enable students to
qualify for entry-level positions in retail
and hospital pharmacies. Students will
develop an understanding of
pharmaceuticals and its impact on the
health care industry. Career options in
pharmacy will also be explored
Pre-Vet
Pre Veterinary Internship
Seniors only
Pre-Vet Internship is designed
to give students practical
application of previously
studied knowledge and skills.
Students develop advanced
clinical skills necessary for the
employment in the health care
industry(veterinary medicine).
Students will document
technical knowledge and skills
and will be expected to
update a professional portfolio.
Students will participate in
clinical observations at various
facilities in the North Texas area
during a portion of class time.
Court Systems and Practices
Court Systems and Practices
Practicum in Law, Public Safety,
Correction & Security
Students learn an overview of
federal and state court systems.
During this class, students will
participate in mock trials.
Students in the Practicum class
will complete an internship at
the Denton County District
Attorney’s office or a private law
firm.
Disaster Response
Forensic Science
Disaster Response 1 semester
Forensic Science 1 semester
(4th Science Credit)
Disaster Response and Forensic
Science are each a one semester
class that are normally paired
together. In Disaster Response
students will learn about procedures
in the event of a disaster. They will
become CERT (Citizen Emergency
Response Teams) certified.
Forensic Science is designed to
provide students with an introductory
understanding of criminology.
Knowledge and skills will be gained in
hair/fiber analysis, blood type analysis,
bloodstain patters, DNA, and
fingerprint comparison.
Law Enforcement
Law Enforcement I
Law Enforcement II
Level one of the law enforcement
class is an overview of local, state
and federal law enforcement.
Students will learn the basics of
patrol functions and crime scene
investigations. Level two is a
practicum class where students will
complete an internship at the
Denton County Sheriff’s
Department and the City of Denton
Police Department. They will also
receive emergency response
training (911) that may lead to
certification.
Education and Training
Instructional Practice in
Education & Training
Practicum in Education & Training
Students will learn about
becoming a classroom teacher
through hands on learning
experiences in an elementary or
middle school classroom.
Students are placed in an
experienced teacher’s
classroom where they will tutor
students, prepare and present
lessons, develop activities, and
learn about classroom
management.
Advanced Electronics
Practicum in STEM Electronics
This is an exploratory course
that introduces the student to
a variety of electrical and
electronic theories, hands-on
experiments, and projects
that are designed to interest
and inspire students to pursue
additional studies and
careers in the electrical and
electronics career fields.
Students may earn 4
certifications through the
International Society of
Certified Electronics
Technicians Certifications.
Electronics
Engineering
Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) Year 1
Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)
Principles of Engineering (POE) Year 2
Digital Electronics (DE)
Engineering-Scientific Research & Design Year 3
Engineering Design & Development (EDD)
Students may begin the engineering program
in the 10th grade and continue through the 12th
grade. In this program, students will learn
about many facets of the engineering process
from research and design, to math and
electronics, to completing a project to address
a technical problem. This program is taught
using the Project Lead the Way (PLTW)
curriculum where students may test to earn
college credit and also their 4th high school
science credit (Scientific Research & Design).