Section II: Course Descriptions by Department
Business Education Department
Whether you plan to join the work force, attend college, or become a homemaker, business education plays an important role in your future success. All students entering the world of work or college will need keyboarding skills and an understanding of basic business practices. Students not planning to go to college should complete the entire business program. Those planning to attend college should supplement their college courses with relevant business courses.
222 Business Math: (3 credits):
Prerequisite: Sophomore Status
Business Math satisfies one year of the math requirement. This is a basic math course designed for students to be able to do consumer math and personal finance. Students will cover essential math skills.
601 Keyboarding: ( 1 credit ) This is a one trimester course consisting of keyboard review, concentration of the word processing segment of the ClarisWorks program and formatting research papers for high school and college use.
602 Beginning Word Processing (3 credits)
This is a full-year course. The first trimester will concentrate on keyboard review and all applications of the ClarisWorks program - word processing, spreadsheet and data base. During the second trimester, the students will apply the knowledge learned in the first trimester by doing projects related to each application. The third trimester will concentrate on technology, including use of the Internet, and related projects.
603 Advanced Word Processing I (3 credits):
Prerequisite: Beginning Word Processing
This class will be a continuation of beginning word processing for those students wishing to become more proficient in the field of technology. More advanced projects will be presented as well as an opportunity to work for individuals within and outside the school.
220 Accounting I (3 credits):
Prerequisite: Sophomore Status
Students in Accounting I will learn basic accounting skills. At least one year of accounting is recommended for any student interested in business. Accounting I satisfies a math requirement. Students planning to attend Bath Vocational in business education should take Accounting I as Sophomores.
221 Accounting II (3 credits):
Prerequisite: Accounting I
Accounting II is an advanced course in accounting geared to those students with an interest in business. Students taking Accounting II will be exposed to automated accounting.
122 School Publishing(2 credits)/ Publishing Related Projects (1 credit):
Prerequisite: Permission of the Instructor
School Publishing is for students interested in learning how to publish the school yearbook. Students enrolled in the class will be expected to produce the "Log". This is a two-trimester course which will be followed by a trimester of work with computers, exploring related publishing activities. There is a limited enrollment in this course and students need the permission of the instructor to sign up.
Career Education Department
The Career Education Department offers those students planning to join the work force an opportunity to supplement their program with courses which help people get along with each other, plan personal finances, and learn healthy habits. Bath Vocational Students can also supplement their programs with the following electives:
601 Career: Self-Awareness (1 credit; prerequisite: junior or senior status)
This first trimester course is concerned with gaining self-awareness. Students will participate in exercises and inventories which will give them a better understanding of self.
602 Career Exploration (1 credit; prerequisite: junior or senior status)
This second trimester course emphasizes career exploration. Students will participate in interest and aptitude inventories and will be responsible for a research paper based on the career of their choice.
603 Career Skills (1 credit: prerequisite: junior or senior status)
This third trimester course will focus on job skills - i.e. interviews, cover letters, resume writing, and life-skills. Included among life-skills topics are purchasing a car, insurance, taxes, budgeting and 'living on one's own.'
English Department
Each student must enroll in an English course each of the four years of high school. Twelve English credits are required for graduation. Freshmen are required to take and pass Englis h 9. English 10 (for sophomores who have passed English 9) and American Studies English (for juniors) are required courses. Juniors may supplement their program with courses listed under the Junior/Senior Electives. Seniors may build their English program from courses listed under the Junior/Senior Electives. Seniors are required to have 3 trimesters of English. College bound seniors are encouraged to take either A.P. English or the British Literature course and may supplement their English program with other offerings from the electives list. Seniors who elect not to take British Literature or A.P. English must select one of the two blocks of English electives described below.
111 English 9-1 (3 credits)
112 English 9-2 (3 credits)
Freshman English is designed so that students may expand and acquire knowledge, skills and lifelong learning habits. By reading a variety of literary genres and authors, writing in expository and creative modes and speaking in formal and informal situations, students identify and develop grammatical, technical, interpretive and analytical skills and processes.
English 9-1 is designed for the academically motivated, college-bound student, while English 9-2 meets the needs of both the college and non college-bound student.
113 English 10-1 (3 credits)
114 English 10-2 ( 3 credits)
Prerequisite: English 9
Sophomore English is designed as an extension of Freshman English, refining and expanding knowledge, skills and learning habits. Literary studies include a variety of fiction and non-fiction from a selection of genres and world writers. Expository writing skills and style are emphasized, while oral communication skills and practice are increase d.
English 10-1 is designed for the academically motivated, college-bound student, while English 10-2 meets the needs of both the college and non college-bound student.
115 American Studies Junior English ( 3 credits): American Studies English is a literature based course that is taught in conjunction with U.S. History 2. All juniors must take the American Studies English Course.
116 British Literature ( 3 credits):
Prerequisite: Senior Status
Students will study all aspects of British literature including Shakespeare, Chaucer, the Romantic poets, and myths and legends. This course is highly demanding and is recommended for college-bound seniors. Students taking this course will be challenged and will be expected to put forth a strong academic effort.
117 Advanced Placement English (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Permission of the Instructor
This course will challenge students to read widely and deeply within the domain of literature in order to develop accurate, critical insights and an ability to express a particular point of view in clear, concise English. Students taking this course must agree to complete a summer reading program and to sit for the A.P. Examination. Please note there is a fee for taking the A.P. examination which is the responsibility of the student. Students scoring well on the A.P. Examination may receive Freshman English credit at many colleges.
Junior / Senior English Electives
The English electives will be offered in blocks of three courses, each worth one credit. Seniors wishing to satisfy their English requirement from these electives should choose one block of three and not try to select one or two courses from both blocks. Those students supplementing their English may choose any combination, recognizing that the master schedule may not permit all selections.
Block One:
121 Women in Literature (1 credit): Literature Based Course
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Status
This elective will examine the role and position of women in society as portrayed in the short stories and novels of the twentieth century. Read and research your favorite author(s) in depth and in detail.
122 Poetry (1 credit): Literature Based Course
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Status
What is a poem? How does it work? How do you recognize a good poem when you meet one? Are you a poet and didn't know it? For answers to all these questions (and more) try this elective.
123 Great Plays (1 credit): Literature Based Course
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Status
From William Shakespeare to George Bernard Shaw, we will be selecting great plays from the world of literature to read aloud in class. Reading will be followed by in-depth discussions, and a variety of creative writing assignments.
Block Two:
124 Creative Writing (1 credit):
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Status
The fundamental goal of this trimester course is to define, produce and practice writing. Students will read examples of superior writing for modeling purposes and the emphasis will be on exposure to a variety of writing styles. Sharing own work and critiquing the efforts of others will be a regular portion of the curriculum.
125 Short Stories ( 1 credit): Literature Based Course
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Status
Students will be exposed to a diverse collection of short stories, some to read together as a class and others to be perused individually. Writing techniques, themes, and subject matter will be explored, with accompanying written assignments. Near the end of the trimester, students will compose an original short story.
126 Great Novels-Literature (1 credit): Literature Based Course
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Status
Ralph Ellison, Thomas Hardy, Aldous Huxley, George Orwell. Read some of the great novels of the 19th and 20th centuries and find out what these great writers have to say about the world we live in.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT
The Foreign Language program is open to all students. College bound students are encouraged to take four years of a foreign language. Many college bound students elect to take two language programs. Students enrolled in French or German will have the opportunity to visit countries where those languages are spoken during their high school experience.
511 French 1 (3 credits)
This beginning program is designed to develop the basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Vocabulary and grammar are introduced and practiced with a focus on daily-life topics. Culture, history and geography of the French speaking world are introduced.
512 French 2 (3 credits)
Prerequisite: French I
This program builds upon skills acquired in French 1. French is used as the communication tool to learn the language, history, geography, and culture. The focus continues to be on daily-life topics. Students write a self-portrait and communicate with French students via e-mail.
513 French 3 (3 credits):
Prerequisite: French II
This course continues to build oral and written communication skills in French and to enlarge the scope of discussions about culture. There is an introduction to literature and advanced grammar. Asterix and Paris Match are used in addition to text materials to practice daily-life topics.
514 French 4 (3 credits)
Prerequisite: French III
Students explore French literature, history, comics, magazines, and culture. The works of literature read and discussed include le Petit Prince, short stories by Maupassant and other writers, and poetry of various types and schools.
530 German I ( 3 credits)
Introduces the student to speaking, listening, reading and writing. Vocabulary is appropriate for high school level students and deals with such subjects as school, hobbies, sport, music, shopping, family life, and socializing. German culture, history, and geography are also introduced. Dialogs and playacting are emphasized.
531 German II ( 3 credits)
Prerequisite: German I
Speaking, listening and reading continue to be emphasized. Writing, particularly journal keeping, is an integral part of the course. Readings and dialogs deal with subjects of interest to the students. Students are encouraged to answer and ask questions in German. German culture, history and geography are a vital part of the course.
532 German III (3 credits)
Prerequisite: German II
This course continues to emphasize skills acquired in German 1 and 2. Speaking, reading and writing in the target language will receive equal attention. Reading topics will include history, education, social life, travel, social services, etc. Short stories and legends will be used in addition to the textbook.
533 German IV (3 credits)
Prerequisite: German III
This course will refine skills acquired in German 1,2 and 3. Except for grammar the course will be mainly conducted in German. Topics are: German history, current events, short stories, fairy tales, music and film. Students are expected to use the target language. Materials include the text, readers, magazines, and videos.
540 Latin I ( 3 credits)
The successful Latin I student will acquire basic vocabulary and grammar skills. The course will survey the beginnings of Roman civilization and Roman culture.
541 Latin II (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Latin II
The Latin II student will continue the study of basic Latin skills. There will be a major emphasis placed on Roman culture.
550 Spanish I (3 credits)
This beginning program is designed to develop the basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Vocabulary and grammar are introduced and practiced with a focus on daily-life topics. Culture, history and geography of the Spanish speaking world are introduced.
551 Spanish II (3 credits)
Speaking, listening and reading continue to be emphasized. Writing, particularly journal keeping, is an integral part of the course. Readings and dialogs deal with subjects of interest to the students. Students are encouraged to answer and ask questions in Spanish. Spanish and Latin culture, history and geography are a vital part of the course.
Health
Health is a required course for all students. Each student must take both Health 1 and Health 2 in order to meet the graduation requirement. These trimester health courses may be taken at any time during the four year period. Students may also choose to take any of the health electives, in addition to the required health courses. Those students who already have taken two health electives, prior to the 1998-99 school year, have met the health requirement.
801 Health 1 (1 credit, offered first and third trimesters)
This required health class includes units on mental health, social health, human development, and nutrition.
802 Health 2 (1 credit, offered second and third trimesters)
This required health class includes units on fitness, substance abuse, disease prevention, and environmental and community health.
803 Fitness (1 credit, offered first trimester)
This class will provide a thorough, in-depth study of all related fields of fitness, to include weight training, all forms of cardiovascular training, fitness testing and plyometrics. This course requires physical activity and pa
804 Nutrition and Substance Abuse (1 credit, offered second trimester)
Class will provide an in-depth understanding of the importance of these two topics and their role in our health. Class will also focus on the range of choices to be made, skills which will be helpful in making these choices and an understanding of these topics.
805 Community Health (1 credit, offered third trimester)
This class is designed to take an in-depth look into areas such as choosing health care, problems in public health and the available community resources.
Mathematics Department
Students graduating in 2000, 2001 or 2002 will be required to successfully complete 9 credits of math during the four years of high school. Those graduating in 1999 will be required to successfully complete 6 credits of math.
200 Introductory Algebra (3 credits)
This course is designed to give students a review of fundamental mathematical concepts and to develop the necessary proficiency to enable students to advance to Algebra.
222 Business Math: (3 credits):
Prerequisite: Sophomore Status
Business Math satisfies one year of the math requirement. This is a basic math course designed for students to be able to do consumer math and personal finance. Students will cover essential math skills.
201 Algebra I (3 credits)
The major objective of this course is to help students gain an understanding of higher order math skills. Students will learn the basic fundamentals of Algebra.
203 Geometry (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Geometry is a college preparatory course in plane, analytical, and solid geometry with emphasis on formal proof as well as algebraic manipulation of geometric situations.
202 Algebra II (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Geometry
The emphasis in Algebra I I is on developing the skills and concepts necessary to work on a set of complex numbers. Students will be encouraged to become flexible thinkers.
204 Advanced Math (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Algebra II
Advanced Math is a college preparatory course designed for the motivated student. The course will review and expand the student's background in algebra and trigonometry.
205 Calculus (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Advanced Math
Calculus requires that the student have a thorough knowledge of college preparatory mathematics. The student is offered the chance to do college level work in calculus and analytic geometry.
206 Advanced Placement Calculus - BC (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Calculus
This is a challenging course covering the first full year of college calculus and culminating in the Advanced placement test. This course requires approximately fifteen hours of homework weekly. All students are expected to take the A.P. exam and pay the appropriate fee. Topics include limits, continuity, differentiation, integration, applications of calculus to the natural sciences, infinite series, Taylor and Maclaurin Series, and elementary differential equations.
207 Advanced Placement Physics - C (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Calculus and a strong academic record in all areas
This is an extremely challenging course covering the first year of university physics for students majoring in the sciences. All students are expected to take both parts of the Physics (C) advanced placement exam, and to pay the appropriate fee. This course is oriented heavily toward problem-solving and requires about 20 hours of homework per week. The first half of the course covers classical mechanics: linear kinematics, uniform circular motion, the conservation laws, energy, inertia, orbital motion, and rotational motion. The second half covers electricity and magnetism: charge, current, field theory, Maxwell's Equations, RC circuits, capacitance, resistance, induction and basic cosmology.
Music Department
An appreciation of music and an exploration of several musical disciplines is offered by the music program. Three trimesters of chorus, band, or drama will satisfy the fine arts requirement for graduation.
81 Band (3 credits)
Open to all those wishing to play an instrument in an ensemble situation. Students should have or be able to acquire an instrument. May be retaken for credit.
82 Chorus (1 credit)
All types of literature will be explored: pop, music theater, jazz, classical. May be retaken for credit.
83 Drama I (1 credit)
Focuses on the many aspects of drama from basic terminology to improvisational skills. Class will produce a murder mystery dinner theater in trimester two.
84 Drama II/Acting Class (1 credit) Prerequisite: Drama I
This course will produce a play each trimester. May be retaken for credit.
85 Music History (3 cre dits)
This class will focus on the study of western music. Each trimester will trace different musical periods. Music theory, vocabulary, composers, and non-musical aspects of each musical era will be studied. Trimesters one and two will cover t he major periods such as the Middle ages, the Renaissance, Classical, Viennese, and twentieth century music. Trimester 3 will focus on American music since 1890 such as folk, ragtime, Dixieland, swing and bebop. Some student driven topics may be explored. No prior knowledge of music is required.
Physical Education Department
800 Physical Education ( 1 Credit )
In physical education the major emphasis will be on cardiovascular health, body building, leisure and lifetime sports, and nutrition. All students are required to earn 3 credits in Physical Education in order to meet graduation requirements. Each semester of P.E taken is worth 1 credit. Students who successfully complete an athletic season may be granted one trimester of PE credit for each athletic season completed.
801 Advanced Weight Training (1 credit)
This will be a rigorous training program for those athletes who wish to increase their strength and stamina.
Science Department
Students graduating in 2000, 2001 or 2002 will be required to complete three years of science in order to meet graduation requirements. Those planning to apply to a four year college are encouraged to take four years of high school science. Those planning to enter the allied health fields are also encouraged to complete four years of high school science. All students are expected to take Science 9 and Science 10; those students who achieve 'A' all three trimesters in Science 9, and have the recommendation of the science department, may skip Science 10 and take a Theoretical level science course in its place.
300 Science 9 (3 credits)
All freshmen are required to take Freshman Science. Science 9 will consist of a trimester spent with each of the three science instructors. Three weeks of each trimester will involve a unified discovery project that all students will participate in simultaneously. The remainder of the trimester will focus on the elements of the discipline of that particular instructor, i.e. physics, biology, or chemistry.
301 Science 10 ( 3 credits )
All Sophomores are required to take Sophomore Science, except as noted above.Science 10 continues the Science 9 program and will consist of a trimester spent with each of the three science instructors in further exploration of that discipline. A year-long science notebook/journal will be maintained with specific year-long activities conducted independently by each student. The journal/notebook will be an important factor in determining successful completion of the course.
302 Theoretical Biology (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Sophomore status
Students who are very interested in science and who intend to go on to college are encouraged to take this course. The successful student will be able to express an in-depth knowledge of biological concepts. This course is for students who are highly motivated and who want a challenge.
303 Advanced Biology (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Junior/ Senior Status
This is an advanced science class for the serious student who is planning a science or medical career. Students will be asked to write, do research, and possibly publish a scientific paper. Students will be expected to keep a scientific journal throughout the course.
304 Anatomy / Physiology ( 3 credits)
Prerequisite: Junior/Senior status
This course will study all aspects of anatomy and physiology. The course is designed for the serious science student looking for a challenge. Students interested in a medical career should consider taking this course.
308 Applied Physics (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Algebra I
This course is designed for students planning to attend technical schools, entering a vocation, or taking a non-scientific major in college. Basic concepts in physics will be taught with an emphasis on problem solving in the industrial arts/technology lab.
309 Theoretical Physics (3 credits),
Prerequisite: Algebra II (May be taken concurrently with Theoretical Physics); Junior/Senior status
This course is designed for students planning to major in science or engineering at the college level. This is a challenging course with an emphasis on the application of mathematics to real problems. Students will leave the course with a strong foundation in mechanics
310 Advanced Physics (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Theoretical Physics; must be enrolled in Advanced Math or Calculus.This is a rigorous physics course designed for the student planning to pursue science or engineering. Advanced Physics will continue beyond Theoretical Physics.
305 Applied Chemistry (3 credits)
Prerequisit e: Algebra I, Junior/Senior status
This course is designed for students desiring a less mathematical approach to the study of chemistry. Applied Chemistry focuses on the role of chemistry and chemicals in the modern world.
306 Theoretical Chemistry (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Algebra II (May be taken concurrently with Theoretical Chemistry)
This course is designed to meet the needs of all students planning a science-related career. This academically demanding course will provide a solid foundation in the basic principles and methods of chemistry, and emphasizes theory and problem solving.
307 Advanced Chemistry ( 3 credits )
Prerequisite: Theoretical Chemistry
This course is recommended for students who plan to major in sciences in college. Additional breadth and depth will extend the topics mastered in Theoretical Chemistry.
315 Photography (3 credits)
Prerequisite: must own manual 35 mm camera
Students will develop an appreciation for the scientific and artistic aspects of photography. Technical aspects of picture taking and developing will be learned through project and class work. Basic properties of light, lenses, and imaging will be learned through lab work. Grading emphasis will be placed on the quality of projects and student portfolios.
316 Basic Electronics (3 credits)
Students will become familiar with basic electronic theory, learn to identify basic electronic components and values, and gain experience building electronic projects from schematic diagrams and parts. Grading will be based on a combination of written work, tests and project evaluation with the emphasis on project work.
317 Introduction to Oceanography (3 credi ts)
A year long introduction to the chemical, physical, geological and biological aspects of the world ocean. Field work, projects, research, scaling and modeling will be among the expectations for students.
Social Studies Department
Boothbay Region High School has a three-year social studies expectation. All students graduating in 2000 or beyond must take World Cultures and the two-year sequence of U.S. History. Beyond this, students will have electives to choose from.
400 World Cultures (3 credits; Required of all Freshman)
Introduces students to social studies skills, cultural systems, and perspectives (i.e. belief, social, political and economic systems) of the world regions. Students will study cultures from ancient to contemporary times.
401 U.S. History I: World and America (3 credits; Required of all Sophomores)
This course will take students from the Renaissance through the American Reconstruction. Trimester I: Renaissance through the Age of Discovery. Trimester 2: Colonization through the American Revolution. Trimester III: the Federal Era through Reconstruction.
402 U.S. History II:America and the World ( 3 credits Required of all Juniors )
Junior Status - Prerequisite: U.S. History I
This course leads students from the Industrial Revolution to today. Trimester I: Industrialization through Depression. Trimester II: World War II through Vietnam. Trimester III: Post-Modern World. -or-
404 Honors A.P. History: America and the World
Junior Status - Prerequisite: U.S. History I
This course provides advanced study of American history which will include preparation for and taking of the advanced placement examination in U.S. history. The expectation is that students will take the A.P. exam in May. There is a charge for taking this exam which is the responsibility of the student. Students planning to take this course need permission of the instructor.
403 Critical Issues (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Junior, Senior Status
This government- and political-based course utilizing many works of literature is offered to students of all interest and ability levels. Material covered includes but is not limited to: political systems and theory, Bill of Rights issues, the Holocaust, nuclear war and power, and the citizen's role in government.
405 Psychology (2 credits)/ Sociology (1 credit)
Prerequisite: Junior, or Senior Status)
Psychology: This two trimester class will investigate human growth, development, and learning styles. Students will use this survey course to observe and comment on classes from preschool through the high school. Sociology: Th is one trimester class is a course which focuses on the interaction between social groups. This course will also provide a survey of the major social institutions. This selection is designed for students of all ability levels.
406 Economics (2 credits) / Street Law (1 credit)
Prerequisite: Junior, Senior Status (sophomores with instructor's permission)
Economics is a survey course designed to cover the basics of economics. Special attention will be paid to local and state economic issues. The course is specifically designed for both college and non-college bound students. Street Law is designed to acquaint students with the judicial system. Students will cover a variety of topics including individual and consumer rights. The course is specifically designed for students of all levels of ability.
Technology Education
The Technology Education program is open to all, both boys and girls and college and non-college bound students. Rather than take a study hall, students are encouraged to select a technology course, from those listed below, to supplement their schedule.
701 Material Processing (3 credits) This course is designed for the serious vocational student as well as for the student who is interested in exploring manufacturing and design. The course is intended to teach students about common woods, metal, plastics, etc. Students will explore all aspects of manufacturing and design. This course may be retaken for credit.
711 A merica's Cup (1 credit )
Students will design, build and test an America's Cup model sail boat to compete with America's Cup students from other schools. The basic elements of design and construction will be taught.
712 Small Engines (1 credit )
Students will learn about small engines. They will learn basic repair techniques and how to assemble small engine parts.
713 Transportation Auto (1 credit)
Prerequisite: Junior, Senior Status
This course is open to all students and is designed to teach basic automobile maintenance. This course would be especially beneficial to students who seldom work on machines.
722 Technical Sketching and Drawing ( 3 credits)
Students will become skilled in the production of single view, multi-view, perspective, sectional and other types of drawing and will use the same tools to do their drawings that are used in industry.
Visual Arts Department
Students are required to have a fine arts credit in order to graduate. This requirement can be met by earning 3 visual arts credits during the four years of high school.
Introductory Art (3 credits)
This basic one year course will deal with various elements of drawing, two dimensional design/painting and three dimensional design/sculpture. A multitude of materials and techniques will be explored.
Intermediate/Advanced Art (3 credits)
Prerequisite: Intro. Art or equivalent Second, third and fourth year art students may choose to take this course. Many tools, techniques and materials will be used to address drawing skills, two dimensional design/painting, three dimensional design and sculpture. Through the development of a portfolio (slides) third and fourth year students may choose to take this class as an advanced placement (A.P.) course (with instructor's permission).
Art Electives:
814 Hand Building with Clay (1 credit)
prerequisite: Intro. Art
Various methods of creating sculpture and functional pottery will be demonstrated and used in this course. Students will also have opportunities for glazing and other surface decoration.
815 Jewelry/Metals (1 credit)
prerequisite: In tro. Art
This course will include design problems addressing form and function. Materials and methods used will included the manipulation of various types of wire and sheet metal, pewter casting and work with plastic clays (Fimo, Sculpy, etc.)
816 Printmaking(1 credit)
prerequisite: Intro. Art
This course deals with the idea of multiples and various methods of creating prints. Some techniques attempted may include: linoleum block printing, etching, mono-printing, stencil printing, etc. Work on drawing and design skills will be an integral part of this course.
820 Camera! Action! Basic Video Production (3 credits)
This is a course in basic video production designed to introduce the student to communication through the video medium. The history and theory of the medium are examined as well as the tools and techniques of production. Each student will be given the opportunity to participate in the production of a number of short video programs with the possibility of their use on the local cable access channel. In addition, the course will lead to production of a weekly in-house news program. Participants will experience a technologically oriented process of problem solving and critical thinking within an artistic framework.
Bath Vocational Program (12 credits)
900 Bath Vocational ( 12 credits )
The Bath Vocational Program is open to all students at BRHS. Training at the Vocational Center is designed for those students who wish to enter a technical school or a vocational career following high school graduation. Students may be eligible for integrated academic credits through their participation in certain programs at the Vocational Center. It will be possible to earn a math or a science credit through the completion of specific programs at B.V.R.C. if that credit is needed to satisfy graduation requirements at B.R.H.S. If you have questions, please see Mr. Austin before enrolling in the program at Bath. Final approval for the awarding of integrated academic credits is at the Principal's discretion. Programs offered at the Bath Regional Vocational School include:
Automotive Technology I & II
The student with a strong interest in the automotive field will learn to perform all aspects of automotive service through hands-on practice of the theory taught in the classroom.
Building Construction I & II
On-the-job building procedures and techniques allow the student to learn the use of basic tools, methods, processes, and products of the building construction industry.
Computerized Office
Prepare yourself to work in today's electronic office. Using a hands-on approach you will develop an understanding of basic accounting concepts, refine your keyboarding skills, learn the latest computer software, work with a new telephone training system, and develop professional office skills. Complete this program by helping to run Lester Hill Corporation and select a site for your on-the-job training.
Business Administration/Banking
You may choose classes in business administration or specialize in banking. Business Administration teaches you how to function in a business environment, while banking also prepares you for an entry-level bank teller position including on-the-job training in an actual branch office of Bath Savings Institution.
Computer Applications
Enter the world of IBM! Learn Microsoft Word, Excel spreadsheet, Access database, PowerPoint multimedia presentations, and desktop publishing in the Windows 95 environment. You will also learn manual accounting and transfer your knowledge to a computerized accounting program. Leave this program with the computer skills today's employers are looking for, as well as those skills needed for your college career.
Computer Technology and Repair (AM)
This one-year class is for the student who wishes to learn basic computer fundamentals, to troubleshoot and repair various kinds of computers. Use of hand tools, basic digital electronics, schematic reading and wiring diagrams, configuration and installation of software, trouble shooting to an individual board level, etc., will be included.
Culinary Arts I & II
Students learn basic skills in the exciting field of food service. The curriculum is centered around hands-on instruction by our chef-instructor. Basic skills will introduce a number of varied topics such as food preparation, use of commercial equipment and hand tools, communications skills, hospitality, safety and sanitation. Upon completion of this two-year program, successful students will have met all the requirements to enter into employment in food service or will be prepared to further their culinary arts education through entering one of the many culinary arts colleges across the country.
Diversified Occupations I & II
A program designed for students with Individualized Education Plans to explore their vocational interests in light of employment options in the Mid-Coast area. The program exposes students to the world of work through experiences with area businesses, the school community and the classroom.
Drafting & Design Technology I
Students will be introduced to the basic skills required in mechanical and architectural drafting utilizing the drawing board and CAD (computer-aided design).
3D Studio
Students will learn to develop 3D models, assign realistic textures, add animation or morphing and create still images or animated film clips. This class may be taken for one or two semesters (with permission). It may be taken as a stand-alone class or in combination with DDTI.
Drafting & Design Technology II
Students will be introduced to advanced skills required in mechanical and architectural drafting utilizing CAD(computer-aided design). Numerous "real-world" community projects will be utilized as learning tools to prepare students for two- or four-year college programs.
Early Childhood Occupations
The Early Childhood Occupations programs emphasize learning about the social, physical, emotional, mental and language development of children. Both programs also include a work/study component. Each program may be taken independently of the other.
Infants & Toddlers (AM)
An a.m. play group for 3 year olds will teach skills to students interested in caring for very young children.
Preschool/Special Education (PM)
The p.m. nursery school program provides training for students who are interested in caring for children ages 3-5.
Electricity/Electronics I & II
Earn credit toward a license in a high-paying trade. Through on-the-job training and computer-aided instruction, the student can learn residential, commercial and industrial wiring along with basic electronics and programmable logic controllers. All incoming students will obtain a State of Maine Helper Electrician License and upon graduation from this program, students are awarded 576 hours required by the State of Maine toward a Journeyman Electrician's license.
Health Occupations (PM)
This course teaches three content areas: career exploration in the health occupations to look at different career opportunities and learn basic health service skills, Certified Nursing Assistant (see description below), and the standardized medication course for CNA's which prep ares CNA's for the responsibility of administering non-injectible drugs.
Health Occupations II (AM)
This program offers Certified Nursing Assistant skills. Students apply their knowledge and skills at a local nursing home and hospital, with over 100 hours of supervised clinical experience. Upon successful completion of the course requirements, students may take the CNA exam and receive Maine State certification. Students who have completed the CNA program in the AM session may take the standardized medication course the following year in the PM session.
Cooperative Work Experience
Co-op is a partnership between and area employers in which students
develop job skills as paid employees on job sites related to their vocational
program. Co-op may be taken as a third year vocational program
or along with a vocational program as an after school
activity.
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