Real Life, Real Learning
Kent Career
Tech Center
2013–2014
Tech Deck
Program Guide
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Real Life, Real Learning
Kent Career Tech Center (KCTC) has been
an important educational service of the
Kent Intermediate School District for the
past 40 years. Classes are designed around
work environments and emulate real-world
applications. Lab instruction emphasizes
computers and technology.
KCTC enrolls more than 2,500 students from
nearly 60 public and private high schools
each year. The Center provides students
with quality training in over 20 career
and technical programs including core
technical training, academic integration and
alignment with post-secondary education.
Directory Information
KCTC personnel are happy to answer any questions
you may have. Please call if you have any questions
about the Tech Center.
Enrollment616.301.6180
Registrar616.365.2315
Student Support Services Secretary
616.365.2370
Attending Kent Career Tech Center
• Attendance is free to all high school students and
non grad students under the age of 20.
• Credit for Kent Career Tech Center programs is
granted by the home school.
• Students who attend must be at least
sixteen years old by December 1 of
the school year in which they enroll. Please note: some programs have specific age
requirements
• Transportation is arranged by the home school.
• One session at KCTC equals three one-hour classes
at the sending school. Three sessions of 2 hours and
15 minutes are offered Monday through Friday.
• Seniors completing the first year of a two-year
program may return for a second school year
if openings are available in that same program.
However, high school students get priority
placement. Changing programs is not possible for
high school graduates. A $200 tuition fee may apply
as confirmation of intent to return.
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Articulation
Kent Career Technical Center works with colleges
and universities to coordinate the curricula of a
number of career and technical programs in an effort
to save its students time and tuition. Visit our website
at www.thetechcenter.org for additional programspecific information.
Academic Credit Options
KCTC is working to provide more opportunities for
students to earn academic credit through their KCTC
coursework. Program descriptions are coded with
the following symbols to indicate opportunities to
earn core credit.
E = English
M = Math
S = Science
V = Visual, Performing & Applied Arts
O = Online Learning Experience
Session Times
1st session
2nd session
3rd session
6:55 am - 9:10 am
9:15 am - 11:30 am
12:00 pm - 2:15 pm
Byron Center Regional Theatre Technology Only
3rd session
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Please contact KCTC at 364.8421 or visit our
website – thetechcenter.org – for additional
information.
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Graphic Communications
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Graphic Communications introduces students to digital
imaging, layout/design, electronic publishing, printing
technologies and 3D Game Design. Students excited by visual
arts, electronic art and technology may be the perfect fit for
this program.
advertisements for real clients
• Design your own 3D animation game
• Use professional digital photography techniques
• Design and print t-shirts, brochures, and programs
• Credit Equivalency: E V O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Interested in computer graphics
• Excels under pressure and meets deadlines
• High school classes in Art, Mechanical Drawing, Auto CAD,
Keyboarding, Math, English and Science
Career Entry Opportunities
• Graphic Artist Designer
• Digital Photographer, Web Designer or Game Designer,
Electronic or Printing Press Operator
• Artist, Animator or Illustrator
Regional Theatre Technology
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Students work alongside national touring performance
groups and earn an opportunity to gain internships and
apprenticeships. Regional Theatre Technology students
produce and work on shows in a world class theatre at the
Van Singel Fine Arts Center.
Content Areas
• Create a successful show including staging, set
construction, lighting, wardrobe and makeup, sound
board operation, and box office management
• Apprentice and work alongside a professional road
show technician
• Credit Equivalency: V
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Curious about theatrical production
• Willingness to collaborate with others
• Previous experience in the arts is helpful
Career Entry Opportunities
• Production or Stage Manager
• Costume or Scenic Designer
• Master Electrician
• Sound Engineer
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Arts & Communication Pathway
Content Areas
• Combine art and technology to develop logos and
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Students excited by leadership, the stock market, organization,
working with numbers and technology may be the perfect
fit for this program. Accounting Online introduces students
to accounting cycles and systems, business, analysis of
transactions and the e-Commerce world.
Content Areas
• Perform basic finance, accounting and industry practices
• Analyze business transactions, accounting systems, assets
and financial statements
• Work from home in a schedule that meets your needs
• Earn Microsoft Excel certification
• Credit Equivalency: E M O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Works and learns independently of others
• Excels in problem solving
Career Entry Opportunities
• Office Manager
• Accountant
• Bookkeeper
Accounting Systems and
Solutions
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Accounting Systems and Solutions introduces students
to corporate accounting procedures and computerized
accounting software training. Students excited by
numbers, ideas, balancing a checkbook, and carrying ideas
through to the end product may be the perfect fit for this
program.
Content Areas
• Develop the financial management skills that form the
foundation of business
• See how companies use sustainable business practices
• Analyze data with top-of-the-line software that West
Michigan employers use
• Apply corporate accounting procedures and processes
• Credit Equivalency: E M O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Computer literacy and keyboarding experience
• Excels in problem solving
Career Entry Opportunities
• Accounting Clerk, Inventory Control Clerk, Accounts
Payable/Receivable Clerk, Inventory Clerk, Inventory
Control or Payroll Clerk
• Accountant
• Bookkeeper or Office Manager
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Business, Management, Marketing & Technology Pathway
Accounting Online
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Information Technology introduces students to network
fundamentals, routers, switches and wide area networks.
Students excited by the tools and technology that drive our
world may be the perfect fit for this program.
Content Areas
• Create applications using XBox360 controllers and mobile
devices as you learn programming
• Join the KCTC Cisco Academy to learn how to install
and service switches, routers, LANs, WANs, and network
security
• Participate in Cisco Certified Network Administrator
(CCNA) training worth thousands of dollars
• Solve real-world problems faced by IT professionals
including security and encryption
• Credit Equivalency: E M S O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Eager to learn about computers
• Excited about learning in fun, collaborate groups
Career Entry Opportunities
• Job Shadows
• Internships
• Employment in education, businesses, or health
Entrepreneurship & Marketing
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Students excited by sports and entertainment promotion,
marketing and trends in global business may be the
perfect fit for this program. Students simulate the work
environment by developing in-depth business projects and
working with local business owners.
Content Areas
• Develop your own business plan
• Create marketing surveys, flyers, business cards and ads
• Explore the growing role of social media in marketing
and business
• Complete team projects and develop leadership skills
• Credit Equivalency: E M V O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Dreams of owning and operating a business
• Embraces a customer service attitude
• Values teamwork and communication
Career Entry Opportunities
• Business Owner
• Social Media Management/Specialist
• Online Marketing Representative or Retail Salesperson
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Business, Management, Marketing & Technology Pathway
Information Technology
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Students excited by building structures, reading diagrams,
woodworking and material selection may be the perfect fit
for this program. Residential framing, installing windows,
completing interior and exterior work, using hand and power
tools, and learning building codes, principles of Green
Construction and LEED Certification are just some of what this
program has to offer.
Content Areas
• Work on an actual home construction site every day
• Operate a full range of power tools
• Use Net-Zero building concepts of alternative energy and
sustainability
• Participate in the start-to-finish process of home building
• Credit Equivalency: M V
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Works outdoors in adverse weather (hot and cold)
• Uses and applies math
Career Entry Opportunities
• Carpenter and Construction Manager
• Surveyor and Installer/Hanger/Finisher
• Material Moving Occupations
Electronics/Electrical Trades
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Students excited by electrical blueprints, surveillance
cameras, wiring electrical circuits and home automation
may be the perfect fit for this program. Electronics/
Electrical Trades introduces students to cable testing and
troubleshooting, installation, storage, and electrical and
alternative energy generation systems.
Content Areas
• Use cutting-edge equipment to learn about turbine
power, photovoltaics, and wave generation
• Discover the latest trends in power generation,
surveillance systems, and home entertainment systems
• Install, test, and troubleshoot multiple devices and
electrical systems, including digital
• Understand electrical code requirements, common
practices, and industry standards
• Credit Equivalency: M S
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Classes in Math/Algebra, Computer Applications
• Good vision and color perception
• Good spatial and mechanical aptitude
Career Entry Opportunities
• Electrical Trades Apprenticeship
• Electronic Systems Technician
• Provide Installation and Field Maintenance Service
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Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology Pathway
Applied Construction
Technology
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Students who are curious about how things work and are
interested in Mechanical or Architectural design and data
management may be a perfect fit for this program. This
program provides students with two options for study:
Mechanical Design or Site Development.
Content Areas
• Discover the basic skills for engineering careers while
learning about seven different engineering disciplines
• Design and prototype products, then examine the design
results through our 3D printer
• Use maps, Global Information Systems (GIS), aerial/
satellite imagery, and software for the environmental and
facilities fields
• Design a commercial project using land use and
management techniques
• Credit Equivalency: E M S V O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Classes in Mechanical Drafting, Art, Keyboarding, Math,
and Science
• Word processing, spreadsheets and databases
Career Entry Opportunities
• Environmental and Design Firms, State and Federal Agencies
• Architectural or Civil Drafter
• Engineering
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
and Refrigeration (HVACR)
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Students who are excited by furnaces, refrigerators and
air conditioners and who are curious about testing and
installing equipment may be the perfect fit for this program.
Installing new climate control systems in homes through
a partnership with Habitat for Humanity is just one of the
perks of this program.
Content Areas
• Plan, install, and service HVAC systems in an actual home
• Apply mechanical code to the planning and installation
of systems, including mechanics, circuits, controls and
programmable controllers
• Discover the important role this industry has in
environmental protection
• Credit Equivalency: M S O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Classes in Science, Metal or Wood Shop, Technology
and Mechanical Drawing
• Manual dexterity and mechanical ability
Career Entry Opportunities
• Retail/Wholesale Salesperson
• Refrigeration or Service Technician
• Heating/Cooling Systems Installer, Sheet Metal Installer
• Sheet Metal Fabricator
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Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology Pathway
Engineering Technology/Site
Design Management
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
The Precision Machining Technology program is partners
with Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC). Class takes
place at the Applied Technology Center (ATC) on GRCC’s
main campus. Students who are curious about how things
work and who are mechanically inclined may be the perfect fit
for this program.
Content Areas
• Use computers to design parts, program and operate hightech manufacturing equipment
• Create prototypes from plastics, non-ferrous metals and
their alloys
• Check design results with our 3D rapid prototype machine
• Learn CAD/CAM software and the design process
• Credit Equivalency: M V O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Ability to visualize drawings and objects
• High school classes in Technology and Math
Career Entry Opportunities
• Machine Operator or Machinist
• CAD/CAM Designer/Programmer
• CNC Programmer
• Apprenticeships in a variety of careers
Auto Collision Repair
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Students who enjoy painting, repairing and working on
the exteriors of damaged vehicles may be the perfect fit
for this program. This program maintains a high industry
standard through the ASE NATEF certification process.
Students in this program learn entry-level skills that
prepare them for state and national certification.
Content Areas
• Repair, refinish, and restore damaged vehicle exteriors
• Use air brushes, spray guns, and custom painting tools
and techniques
• Weld and use a variety of specialized, high-tech tools
• Earn certifications and begin apprenticeships
• Credit Equivalency: M S V
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Solves problems and works independently
• Spatial and mechanical aptitude
Career Entry Opportunities
• Apprenticeships are available
• Body/Bumper Repairer or Frame Repairer
• Detailer/Polisher or Spray Painter
• Auto Insurance Estimator
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Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology Pathway
Precision Machining Technology
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Our Automotive Technology Program is ASE (Automotive
Service Excellence) certified. Maintaining ASE certification
reflects our commitment to high industry standards. Students
who are curious about the electrical components of cars,
engine performance, brakes, suspension and steering may be
the perfect fit for this program.
Content Areas
• Diagnose and repair customer cars and manufacturerdonated vehicles
• Use the latest tools and technology in the automotive industry
• Earn Michigan certification in brakes, electronics, engine
performance and/or suspension and steering
• Credit Equivalency: E M S V O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• High school classes in Science, Math and Language Arts
(informational or technical reading)
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Reliable Attendance
Career Entry Opportunities
• Automotive Parts Store Clerk
• Quick Lube Technician
• Automotive Technician
Aviation Maintenance
Technology
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
The Aviation Maintenance program is housed at the Gerald
R. Ford International Airport. Students who are excited
about the airport environment, jet engines, helicopters and
other aircraft components may be the perfect fit for this
program. This program gives students the opportunity to
earn both national and international certifications.
Content Areas
• Disassemble, inspect, reassemble, and check
components on actual aircraft in our hangar at
Gerald R. Ford International Airport
• Start and taxi a single-engine aircraft
• Operate turbine engines, hydraulic systems and more
• Prepare for national and international certifications
• Credit Equivalency: E M S O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
A genuine interest in aviation
Career Entry Opportunities
• Aviation Ground Service Technician
• Aircraft Mechanics Helper
• Aircraft Detailer
• Airline Ramp/Freight/Operations Agent
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Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology Pathway
Automotive Technology
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
The Avionics - Aircraft Electronics program may be a perfect
for students who are interested in electricity, electronics,
avionics, aircraft maintenance, air traffic control, engineering
and flight sciences. This course is offered at our hangar at the
Gerald R. Ford International Airport and offers opportunity to
earn national certification usually earned at the college level.
Content Areas
• Operate a turbine engine and a complete aircraft
electrical system
• Install and test communication, navigation, and control
systems of real aircraft
• Read aircraft instruments and navigation maps
• Practice flying in our flight simulator
• Credit Equivalency: E M S O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
High school courses in physics, algebra and mechanics
Career Entry Opportunities
• Mechanics Assistant or Avionics Assistant
• Avionics Technician
• Airline Ramp/Freight Operations Agent
• Aviation ground Service Technician
• Electrical/Electronic Systems Fabricator
Diesel and Equipment
Technology
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Diesel and Equipment Technology introduces students
to servicing, maintaining, repairing and rebuilding
components in engines, vehicles and heavy equipment.
Students excited to work with heavy equipment, diesel and
gas engine systems may be a perfect match for this program.
Content Areas
• Start, operate, and troubleshoot a wide variety of heavy
equipment used in construction, trucking, agricultural,
and material handling industries
• Operate specialized testing equipment
• Learn and practice welding techniques
• Service, repair, and rebuild light and heavy duty engines
• Credit Equivalency: S
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
Mechanical aptitude
Career Entry Opportunities
• Apprenticeship programs are available
• Diesel Equipment Technician and Preventative
Maintenance Technician
• Equipment Operator
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Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology Pathway
Avionics – Aircraft Electronics
Technology
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Students who are excited to learn about clean, renewable
power and fuel supply may be a perfect match for this
program. Our Alternative Energy program provides
an introduction to alternative energy related fields and
preparation for new, emerging careers.
Content Areas
• Discover the science and engineering behind emerging
technologies in wind, solar, battery and biofuel power
• Build alternative energy projects and see them work
• Investigate pros and cons of various energy sources
• Prepare for new careers in energy generation and
distribution
• Credit Equivalency: E M S O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Solves problems and communicates within a team
• Classes in Applied Math, Biology, Earth Science and Computers
Career Entry Opportunities
• New and emerging fields to be created in the next 5 years
• Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Environmental
Engineer or Chemical Engineer
• Product Designer and Developer
• Repair/Installation Technician across multiple industries
Mechatronics
Course may be taken for 1 year
Mechatronics combines the fields of mechanical and
electrical engineering with IT, control systems and math.
Students (10-12th grade) excited by high-tech robotics,
advanced electronics and clean manufacturing may be
the perfect fit for this program.
Content Areas
• Work with intelligent machines that respond to their
environment in real time
• See the role that advanced robotics, electronics, and
clean manufacturing play in local companies
• Discover related career opportunities in aerospace,
biomedical, computer hardware/software, robotics,
and telecommunications
• Credit Equivalency: M S O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Completion or current enrollment in Algebra II
• Motivated and self-directed
Career Entry Opportunities
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Robotics
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Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Technology Pathway
Alternative Energy
Health Sciences Early College
Academy (HSECA)
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Students in HSECA can earn up to 12 free direct college
credits, 6 per year. HSECA offers three exciting courses
– Biomedical Technology, Diagnostic Services and
Therapeutic Services – in actual healthcare settings.
Students excited about biotechnology, genetics, cell
structure, anatomy, diagnostic tests, and direct patient care
may be a perfect match for these courses.
Diagnostic Services and Therapeutic Services Programs
Located at Metro Health Hospital
• Examine actual human anatomy in a visit to a cadaver
lab and observe muscles, organs and their functions
• Observe nursing home patients, perform tests, and
present findings to the Director of Nursing
• Use lab and forensic science to perform microbiology,
grow and study bacteria, and collect and identify crime
scene information to solve crimes
• Credit Equivalency: E S O
Biomedical Technology Program
Located downtown Grand Rapids at GVSU’s Cook
DeVos Center for Health Sciences
• Explore the cutting edge cures on Grand Rapids’
Medical Mile through participation in pathophysiology
and biomedical technology projects
• Practice medical procedures in actual GVSU labs for
sonography, electrocardiography, live blood draws, lung
testing, & biomedical experiments
• Separate DNA for forensic identification using
electrophoresis
• Credit Equivalency: E S O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
High school courses: Algebra I, Anatomy & Physiology,
Chemistry, English I and II
Career Entry Opportunities
• Registered Nurse
• Biomedical Engineer
• Neurologist
• Clinical Data Manager
• Cardiovascular Technologist
• Sonographer
• Nuclear Medicine
• Physical Therapist
• Microbiologist
• Biochemist
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Health Sciences Pathway
Content Areas
Health Careers Main Campus
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Students who are excited about scientific investigation,
phlebotomy, medical imaging, direct patient care, speech
therapy, rehabilitation or retail pharmacy may be a perfect
match for one of these courses. The Main Campus Health
Careers program provides students 6 course offerings to
explore a variety of healthcare fields and careers. Each
course is one year with the option to take two years of
programming. Health Careers Main campus course offerings
include: Exploring Health Careers, Diagnostic Laboratory,
Medical Imaging/Radiology, Certified Nursing Assistant,
Rehabilitation, Pharmacy Technician.
terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• Provide real-life patient care at Grand Rapids area health
care facilities
• Earn CPR, First Aid, as well as other specialized
certifications
• Participate in county-wide disaster drills, organize school
blood drives, and implement health-related service projects
• Credit Equivalency: E S O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Integrity and dedication
• Enjoys the challenge of a changing environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Career Entry Opportunities
• Registered Nurse
• X-ray Technician
• Neurologist
• Ultrasound Technician
• Cardiovascular Technologist
• Rehabilitation Aide
• Medical Laboratory Scientist
• Radiologist
• Pharmaceutical Chemist
• Psychiatrist
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Health Sciences Pathway
Content Areas
• Jump start your career with the basics in medical
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Hospitality
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Students who are excited about customer service, food
processing and tourism may be a perfect match for this
program. Course offerings begin with Introduction to
Hospitality. The program begins with an introductory year,
then branches into the student’s choice of Baking or Culinary
Arts for the second year. An additional fellowship year
(following graduation from the local district) allows students
to earn up to 18 free credits from Ferris State University.
canapés, soups, salads, and entrées in our commercial-grade
kitchen, bakery, and restaurant
• Bake cookies, tortes, breads, bagels, doughnuts and
decorate cakes
• Operate grills, broilers, automatic slicers, commercial-grade
mixers and carousel ovens, plus learn about hospitality law,
marketing, customer service and catering
• Credit Equivalency: E S V O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Restaurant, hotel or tourism experience
• Classes addressing nutrition, food, business math and science
• Physical stamina and manual dexterity
Career Entry Opportunities
• Caterer
• Assistant Banquet or Restaurant Manager
• Baker
• Cook: line, preparation, second
• Pastry Chef
• Hospitality Salesperson
• Cake Decorator • Hotel Porter
Criminal Justice
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Students who are excited about law enforcement, legal
services, corrections and emergency response may be a
perfect match for the Criminal Justice Program.
Content Areas
• Remains calm in high pressure and potentially
dangerous situations
• Interested in serving people
• Strong reading, math and science skills
• Clean traffic, criminal, and school records
• Credit Equivalency: E V O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills
• Physical fitness
• Problem solving and decision making skills
Career Entry Opportunities
• Police Officer, Detective or Special Agent/Investigator
• Lawyer, Court Clerk, Paralegal
• Detention Officer
• Crime Tech, Polygrapher, Medical Examiner
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Human Services Pathway
Content Areas
• Prepare and serve everything from hors d'oeuvres to
Sustainable Agriscience
This program introduces students to a field that is constantly
growing and changing. New technologies in this industry
bring improved agricultural products to consumers, while
minimizing impact on the environment. Students who are
excited about the preservation of natural resources, plant life,
landscaping, greenhouse operations and pest management
may be a perfect match.
Content Areas
• Identify, propagate, and grow plants in a real greenhouse
and arboretum
• Operate hand tools and agriscience equipment
• Manage pests using modern techniques
• Earn Michigan Certified Green Industry Professional and
Pesticide Applicator licenses
• Credit Equivalency: E M S V O
Helpful Experiences and Aptitudes
• Solves problems and communicates within a team
• Develops, designs and creates landscapes and growing
systems
• Enjoys working outdoors
Career Entry Opportunities
• Landscape Designer or Landscape Maintenance
• Golf Course Technician or Grounds keeper
• Greenhouse Grower or Nursery/Garden Center Manager
Student Organizations
Students not only come to the Tech Center for
academics and career exploration, but they also have
the opportunity to participate in several student
organizations. These groups give students experience
in leadership roles, help enhance the skills they
learn in our labs and classrooms and some offer
competition at local, state and national levels.
SkillsUSA
HOSA
FFA
Mites
Principal’s Leadership Team
Young Creatives
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Natural Resources & Agriscience Pathway
Course may be taken for either 1 or 2 full years
Find the Right Fit
The Tech Center offers a program to fit just
about every student. In fact, we have so
many options that determining the right
pathway and program can be the hardest
part. That’s why we’ve created the guiding
questions below. Use the questions on the
front and back of this card to help determine
which pathway is best for each student.
Then, use the cards throughout this guide to
choose the program that’s the right fit.
Arts & Communications
• Are you a creative thinker?
• Are you imaginative, innovative and original?
• Do you like to communicate ideas?
• Do you like making crafts, drawing, playing a musical
instrument, taking photos, or writing stories?
Business, Management,
Marketing & Technology
• Do you enjoy being a leader, organizing people,
planning activities, and talking?
• Do you like to work with numbers or ideas?
• Do you enjoy carrying through with an idea and seeing
the end product: Do you like things neat and orderly?
• Would you enjoy balancing a checkbook, following the
Engineering/Manufacturing &
Industrial Technology
• Are you mechanically inclined and practical?
• Do you like reading diagrams and blueprints, and
drawing
• building structures?
• Are you curious about how things work?
• Would you enjoy painting a house, repairing cars,
wiring electrical circuits, or woodworking?
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stock market, holding an office in a club, or surfing the
internet?
Health Sciences
• Do you like to care for people or animals that are sick
or help them stay well?
• Are you interested in diseases and in how the body
works?
• Do you enjoy reading about science and medicine?
• Would it be fun to learn first aid or volunteer at a
hospital or veterinary clinic?
Human Services
• Are you friendly, open, understanding, and
cooperative?
• Do you like to work with people to solve problems?
• Is it important to you to do something that makes
things better for others people?
• Do you like to help friends with family problems?
• Do you like reading, storytelling, traveling, or tutoring
young children?
Natural Resources &
Agriscience
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• Are you a nature lover?
• Are you practical, yet curious about the physical world?
• Are you interested in plants and animals?
• Do you enjoy hunting or fishing?
• Do you like to garden or mow the lawn?
• Are you interested in protecting the environment?
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2013-2014 Programs
Arts and Communications
Graphic Communications
Regional Theatre Technology
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Business, Management, Marketing & Technology
Accounting Online
Accounting Systems & Solutions
Information Technology
Entrepreneurship & Marketing
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Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial
Technology
Applied Construction Technology
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Electronics/Electrical Trades
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Engineering Technology/Site Design Management 8
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning &
Refrigeration (HVACR)8
Precision Machining Technology
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Auto Collision Repair
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Automotive Technology
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Aviation Maintenance Technology
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Avionics - Aircraft Electronics Technology
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Diesel & Equipment Technology
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Alternative Energy
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Mechatronics12
Health Sciences
Health Sciences Early College Academy (HSECA)
Health Careers
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Human Services
Hospitality15
Criminal Justice
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Natural Resources & Agriscience
Sustainable Agriscience
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Satellite Programs and Locations
Regional Theatre Technology
Located in the Van Singel Fine Arts Center at Byron
Center Public Schools in Byron Center
Precision Machining
Located at GRCC's Applied Technology Center with easy
access to advanced equipment and GRCC classes
Health Sciences Early College Academy
Located at Metro Health Hospital – Therapeutic Services
and Diagnostic Services
Located at GVSU's Cook-DeVos Center Center for Health
Sciences – Biomedical Technology
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Get more details online at thetechcenter.org
Aviation Maintenance Technology and
Avionics - Aircraft Electronics
Located at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport
2013–2014
Tech Deck
Program Guide
Ask our students and they'll give
lots of reasons to join them here at
the Tech Center:
• Learn in a real-world way
• Try out and gain experience in
different careers
• Meet local business people
• Get college and/or high school
credit
• Experience an adult setting
• Meet students from other schools
• Make new friends who share your
interests
• Find great teachers who challenge
you and really care
Real Life, Real Learning
thetechcenter.org
1655 East Beltline NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
616.364.8421