This course is highly recommended for students who have an interest in pursuing any major in business at the college level, or are considering owning their own business in the future. This course includes planned learning experiences that develop initial and basic skills used in systematically computerizing, classifying, recording, verifying and maintaining numerical data involved in financial and product control records including the paying and receiving of money. Instruction includes information on keeping financial records, summarizing them for convenient interpretation, and analyzing them to provide assistance to management for decision making. Much of the work in this class is done electronically, reflecting how accounting has become a computerized profession. In addition to stressing basic fundamentals and terminology of accounting, instruction will provide initial understanding of the preparation of budgets and financials reports, as well as career opportunities in the accounting field. Professional Bookkeeping Certification is available.

Honors*

Honors Accounting 1 will cover the same areas of study as Accounting 1 (see course description above). Additionally, students develop a deep knowledge of the principles of accounting with more emphasis being placed on financial statements and accounting records. This year-long course covers the learning objectives of a traditional college level accounting course covering specialized fields of financial, managerial, nonprofit, tax and payroll accounting. Students learn how to businesses plan, evaluate operations, financing and investing decisions, and how to provide data to internal and external stakeholders. This course is highly recommended for students who have an interest in pursuing any major in business at the college level. Exposure to professional opportunites in the industry. Computer applications will be integrated throughout the course. Professional Bookkeeping Certification is available.

Accounting 2 is a course that builds upon the foundation established in Accounting 1. Additionally, students develop a deep knowledge of the principles of accounting with more emphasis being placed on financial statements and accounting records. This year-long course covers the learning objectives of a traditional college level accounting course covering specialized fields of financial, managerial, nonprofit, tax and payroll accounting. Students learn how to businesses plan, evaluate operations, financing and investing decisions, and how to provide data to internal and external stakeholders. This course is highly recommended for students who have an interest in pursuing any major in business at the college level. Exposure to professional opportunites in the industry. Computer applications will be integrated throughout the course. Professional Bookkeeping Certification is available.

The course will provide hands-on instruction in Microsoft® Excel. Students will complete applications and demonstrate competence in the performance of a variety of spreadsheet and database tasks. Students will gain experience with beginning, intermediate, and advanced capabilities of the program. Students will learn how to complete complex and repetitious calculations accurately, quickly, and easily using a computerized spreadsheet. This course is highly recommended for students interested in business industry careers. Microsoft® Office Specialist Certification test is available.

This course will provide an overview of an array of topics and concepts related to the field of business. Students will be exposed to business concepts such as banking and finance, the role of government in business, consumerism, credit, investment, and management. An overview of the American economic system and corporate organization will also be included as well as all aspects of business, including the concepts, functions, and skills required for meeting the challenges of operating a business in a global economy.

Computer Operations & Programming is designed to develop computer programming and program design skills through the use of various programming languages such as Python, Java, SQL, C+ and other object-oriented languages. Students will learn techniques to help with system analysis and design, as well as gaining knowledge of the systems development life cycle. Instruction will include basic programming tools that are common to many programming languages, including input/output statements, constants, assignment statements, input statements, string and numeric variable types, conditional, and branching and looping control structures. Students will learn programming techniques such as counting, averaging, rounding and the use of random numbers to develop a good programming style. Students will apply what they learn to create programs and applications that solve real world business related problems. Students will create programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data and information.
Students will gain valuable experience in logical problem solving and structured programming. The student will learn to develop program solutions using event-driven procedures and structured.

This course covers the fundamentals of data communications and networking principles. Students will learn network standards, protocols, and topologies. Students will also learn network architectures of Local Area Networks and Wide Area Networks and related media, connections and components. Other topics covered include the OSI model, TCP/IP, and network security. Note: Successful students will possess basic computer skills prior to enrolling

CTE - Work Experience is designed for senior students interested in gaining work experience in their focused field of study. Goals will be set cooperatively by the student, Coordinator, and employer. Students are released from school for work experience and will participate in related classroom instruction. Classroom instruction will focus on providing students with job survival skills, career exploration skills related to the job, and improving students’ abilities to interact positively with others. Written training agreements and individual student training plans are developed and agreed upon by the employer, student and Coordinator. The Coordinator, student, and employer assume compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The goal of the CTE - Work Experience is for the student to gain part-time employment and maintain employment with acceptable skills.
Areas of concentration include:
1. Developing job skills as required at the training site
2. Maintain employment throughout each semester
3. Demonstrating job punctuality and attendance
4. Performing clerical duties
     a. Completing job station reports
     b. Completing training agreements
     c. Completing time sheets
5. Job problem-solving
     a. Using effective communication techniques
6. Meeting with work study coordinator to monitor on-job performance.

Ready to take your marketing skills to the next level with this second semester of Advanced Marketing? Promotion will be emphasized while focusing on the end consumer and product or service. Students will create and manage accounts on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, and YouTube while developing real-world skills in branding and content creation. Topics include current trends, influencer marketing, best practices, and ethical issues. Through hands-on projects and campaigns, students will learn how companies and influencers build a brand, connect with audiences, and go viral.

This introductory course gives students hands on exploration to create, design, and produce a variety of multimedia products found within advance courses. Students will gain entry-level experience with industry-standard tools including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Lightroom as well as online platforms for content creation and social media. Projects will include video storytelling, digital photography, photo editing, layout design, and social media branding. By the end of the course, students will have a strong foundation in creative media and a better understanding of which advanced courses best match their interests within Video Production, Yearbook Design, and Digital Marketing.

This course is designed to familiarize students to their role as consumers in the free enterprise system. This course will teach students how to manage their personal resources by making informed choices as consumers in the marketplace. Specific consumer problems that students will encounter during both their school years and adult lives will be discussed. The abilities to make personal financial decisions in the areas of budgeting, record keeping, insurance, credit, investing, and financial institutions and services will be emphasized in the learning activities.

This course is designed to develop and enhance the abilities to key by touch, proofread, correct errors, and format a variety of documents used throughout the OTHS curriculum. Students enrolled in Technology Essentials will obtain necessary skills related to the daily use of technology in education. They will learn to properly utilize the OTHS student data drive, develop important file management skills, format documents in Microsoft Word including announcements, letters, and MLA reports, utilizing a variety of Word 2019 features and shortcuts. Students will also gain experience with their OTHS Cloud email accounts and learn email etiquette while developing the ability to organize work and meet deadlines.
Students enrolled in this course are encouraged to continue with Microsoft Office Applications or Advanced Applications – Word/PowerPoint.

Video Production is a course designed to provide students with the skills needed for a career in the technical aspects of broadcasting. Instruction includes camera operations, audio and video editing, sound and lighting techniques, and sound mixing. Students will gain an understanding of the basic principles and concepts of digital video production using digital video cameras, digital still cameras and computer software for finished video productions. Students will be required to produce individual videos as well as a variety of cooperative productions.
Successful completion of this course will prepare students for participating in the Broadcast Club and working with the Panther Beat.

In this course students will expand on the activities explored in Video Production. Utilizing Adobe Suite Applications with special emphasis on Advanced Premier Pro and After Effects. Students work in a team-based environment to create a variety of video and audio-related broadcasts. Instruction includes single and multi-camera operations, video editing, production and post-production processes, sound mixing, multi-track production, audio editing, and special effects. Students in this course will be responsible for producing the Panther Beat broadcast and developing video projects for a variety of activities at OTHS. Students also have the opportunity to participate in several live stream events for the high school. Students who take multiple semesters of this course will build their portfolios with increasingly challenging projects and collaborating with community organizations.

This course is designed to develop skills in yearbook production by providing experiences in selected aspects of yearbook production. Students learn basic principles of yearbook design and production and develop skills that include writing copy, captions and headlines; digital photography; desktop publishing and using appropriate technology tools for media production. Students will work in a project-based environment in this class. Students will use image-editing programs to manipulate images, computer graphics, and original artwork. Instruction will include creating graphical headers and visually appealing backgrounds. Students will be required to cover both in and out of school events through photography and reporting assignments. Students enrolled in this course are responsible for producing the school’s yearbook and contributing to other student media.

CEO is a year-long course designed to utilize partnerships that provide an overview of business development and processes. Our local business community partners with area schools to create project-based experiences for participants by providing funding, expertise, meeting space, business tours, and one-on-one mentoring. Students visit area businesses, learn from guest speakers, participate in a class business, write business plans, and start and operate their own businesses. At the heart of a student’s development through CEO are the foundational areas learned through the experiential process: financial literacy, communication, critical reasoning, business management, and employability skills. An application process for the program is required.

Student laboratory assistants will be required to aid the teacher in preparation for instruction in the classroom and to assist the teacher in the preparation, organization, maintenance, distribution, and storage of laboratory materials and equipment.
Note: In order for a student to be a Lab Assistant, it must be their sixth class.

This course includes basic classroom and laboratory experiences needed to develop knowledge and understanding of basic food principles and applied nutrition for people of all ages. This course content centers around: promoting food service and preparations management; applying nutrition concepts; meeting health needs in planning, preparing, and serving food; maximizing resources; promoting hospitality; and analyzing individual and family nutritional needs. Information related to careers in foods and nutrition, along with safety and sanitation is incorporated throughout the course.

This course will focus on the culture, foods, and recipes of cuisine found throughout the world. Emphasis is placed on management skills, human relations, personnel selection, supervision and career opportunities. Training experiences involve equipment and facilities that simulate those found in the restaurant business and industry when available.

This course addresses the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors associated with supporting and promoting optimal growth and development of infants and children. The focus is on research-based nurturing and parenting practices and skills, including brain development research that supports positive development of children. The theories of Erikson, Piaget, Vygotsky, and others will be studied as a foundation to understanding the physical, social, cognitive and emotional developmental milestones in children prenatally to 12 years. Students will explore opportunities in human services and education-related careers. Students enrolled in this course will be required to take home an infant simulator.

This course provides students with information and practical experiences needed for the development of competencies related to childcare, day care, and other education services occupations. Curriculum includes the philosophies of education, classroom management, and lesson planning for developmentally appropriate practices. Students will experience teaching in front of a class. Federal laws, licensing and regulatory requirements for programs serving children birth to12 years are covered. The history of educating children from birth to 12 years will be addressed. This course does not include the infant simulators.

This course is designed to address health, safety, and social/emotional issues related to children, parents, and families. The curriculum will move through all the life stages and discuss the development of humans as well as struggles and milestones of families. Students interested in the fields of early childhood education, family studies and social services would especially benefit from this course. This course requires students to take home an infant simulator.

No more than one individualized instruction student will be assigned to an instructor during a given semester. Students will be required to select a topic for study and Laboratory work must be a component of the study. The instructor must approve the topic during the first four weeks of the semester. A written contract specifying work to be completed must be signed by both the student and the instructor. At the end of the semester the student must submit a written report to the instructor. After grading, a copy of the report will be placed on file with the department chairperson.

Student laboratory assistants will be required to aid the teacher in preparation for instruction in the classroom and to assist the teacher in the preparation, organization, maintenance, distribution, and storage of laboratory materials and equipment.

This course provides students with a core knowledge of the health care industry and helps refine their health care-related knowledge and skills. Students will develop cognitive and affective skills in formulating a strong foundation for entry-level skill development. Topics will include (but are not limited to) an overview of health care delivery and culture; patient care, including assessment of vital signs, body mechanics, and diet; health care industry ethics; health professions licensure; emergency response; health care confidentiality; health care personnel and roles; health care sanitation; and health care rules and regulations.

This course is highly recommended for every course within the Industrial Technology & Engineering sequence. Technical Drawing and Engineering Design will introduce students to AMSE Y14 drafting standards. Instruction will foster an awareness and understanding of technologies in graphic communication. Topics such as spatial visualization; orthographic, Multiview, oblique, and axonometric projection; lettering; section views; geometric construction; auxiliary views; and dimensioning provide the necessary foundation for pictorial communication. Students will be introduced to drafting communication using both manual and computer-aided design techniques and will utilize the most recent version of Auto-Cad software on the market today. Making this course extremely beneficial for any student wishing to further study engineering after high school.

This course introduces drafting-related occupations and the knowledge and skills needed for these occupations. Units will foster an awareness and understanding of drafting terms, drafting instruments and their uses, lettering styles and procedures, sketching and shape description, geometric construction, and multi-view projection. This class provides a foundation for students interested in engineering- or architecture- related careers. Mathematical learning standards and workplace skills are addressed in this class.

This course continues to provide skills for students interested in engineering or architecture-related careers. This course is designed to provide students with information and practical experience needed for the development of job-related competencies. The course content includes planning and organizing activities, researching information, preparing various mechanical and architectural sketches, performing basic layouts, detailing drawings such as sectional and isometric views. Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software is used to generate various types of drawing. Mathematical learning standards and workplace skills are addressed in this class.

This course builds upon CAD skills obtained in Architectural Drafting (CAD) 1 emphasizing technical drawings. The areas of performing presentation techniques such as producing architectural drawings, interpreting codes and constructing structural working drawings, producing mechanical and electrical/electronic working drawings, and producing civil engineering drawings. This class provides a foundation for students interested in engineering or architecture-related careers. Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software is used to generate various types of drawings. Mathematical learning standards and workplace skills are addressed throughout the class.

This course consists of planned learning experiences designed to introduce this student to construction-related occupations and the knowledge and skills needed for these occupations. Areas of instruction include tools, materials, techniques, equipment, and processes utilized in the carpentry areas of construction. The Illinois Learning Standards (ILS) addressed in this class are mathematics, science and language arts.

Construction 1 is designed as an introductory course with emphasis on construction industry. It is also designed to provide comprehensive groundwork for construction. Instruction covers, but is not limited to, topics of: blueprint reading, residential floor/wall roof framing, estimating/structural computations, excavation, footings, and foundations. This course provides comprehensive background in the use of power tools.

Construction 2 is a skill-level course with emphasis on the construction industry. Instruction covers: interior walls, interior and exterior doors, window framing, roof and rafter construction and finish carpentry work. Emphasis will be placed on good work habits and practices, safety of both hand and power tools. Mathematics, science, and language arts learning standards are addressed in this class. All students receive OSHA 10 lifetime certification when completing course.

This course consists of planned learning experiences designed to introduce the student to electricity and electronics occupations. Interactive laboratory activities provide hands on knowledge and skills needed for a variety of occupations. and the knowledge and skills needed for these occupations. Areas of instruction include electron theory, OHMS LAW A.C. and D.C. circuits, and the equipment used in analyzing and testing. Additional content areas include residential wiring exercises, the National Electric Code, and Alternative energy including Hydro, Solar, and Wind.

This course will be an exploration into current 3D computer modeling primarily using Blender, a free, open source software. This course applies to students interested in a variety of industries and endeavors including: Manufacturing such as 3D printed fine art, commercial product design, architecture, and machinery; Medical, forensic, aerospace, geologic, and all other scientific fields that use models for simulations, products, and research; Entertainment such as the video game industry, web developer, graphic designer, and CGI for animation and films.

This course will be an exploration into current 3D design and software and techniques for modeling 3D objects to be used in products such as games, movies and for production with 3D printers.

This course provides experience related to maintenance and repair of a variety of equipment such as lawn mowers,
chainsaws, and rotary tillers. Areas of instruction include but are not limited to safety principles and practices; internal
combustion engine principles; carburetion principles; disassembly and reassembly of small gas engines; reading from
technical manuals; measuring and performing mathematical calculations related to small engine mechanics.

Beginning Welding is designed to introduce the student to the basic fundamentals of all types of welding. Instructions will include safety procedures, identification of oxy-acetylene equipment, electrode identification and the making of proper settings of arc welding machines when welds are to be made. It is recommended, but not required, for Technical Drawing and Engineering Design is taken prior to this course

This course further develops skills obtained in Beginning Welding with additional areas of instruction including
advanced shielded metal arc welding using E6010, E7018, and E7024 electrodes, as well as an introduction to gas metal arc welding and flux core arc welding processes. Emphasis will be placed on building proper size fillet welds in the 2-F welding position.