Susan Reyes
Counselor sreyes@dentonisd.org
940-369-4838

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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 1 st level of engineering.
There are fees involved for all classes that vary from $3 to $1600 depending on the class.
Some classes have internships that may require personal transportation.
ATC school hours are 8:25-11:00 am for morning classes and 12:20-2:45 for afternoon classes.

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.

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
S while using Apple Final Cut Pro
Studio software. They also participate in filming district and community activities and events outside of school.

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)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Automotive Technology
Advanced Automotive Technology
Students earn an ASE (Automotive
Service Excellence) Certification through hands on learning in all systems of an automobile.

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 four full blocks a year (coming to the ATC every morning or afternoon) for two years to complete the program. When they graduate, they will test to receive their
Cosmetology license.

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.

Precision Metal Manufacturing
Advanced Precision Metal
Manufacturing
In this class you will learn how precision metal products are manufactured for the aerospace, automotive, medical and many other industries. You will work with
CAD/CAM software used in industry. Students will also learn about material machinability and how to select and use the precision instruments.

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 11 th or 12 th 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.
Student maybe placed in clinical rotation internships at the hospitals or complete work through a lab based class.
Principles of Health Science is a required prerequisite and Health
Science is a required prerequisite for all Practicum in Health Science
Classes.

Anatomy & Physiology 1 st Semester
Problems & Solutions 2 nd 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
4 th 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.

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 classroom instruction along with a clinical instruction at the Nursing
Facility.

Job Shadow Internship Seniors only
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
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.

This is a dual credit program offered with NCTC that will prepare students for the EMT certification. The course will all the skills necessary to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with an ambulance service or other specialized services.

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 1 semester
Forensic Science 1 semester
(4 th 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 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.

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.

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 10 th grade and continue through the 12 th 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 4 th high school science credit (Scientific Research & Design).