What is Northland CAPS? Northland CAPS immerses high school students in professional environments through engaging curriculum that is driven by passionate industry leaders and delivered by visionary instructors.

Current Strands Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing Global Business and Entrepreneurship Medicine and Healthcare Technology Solutions

2015 – 16 Strand Additions Global Logistics and Transportation Technology Solutions Video, Photography, Digital Media

To Apply: Must be a junior or senior for the school year Attend – Kearney, Liberty, North Kansas City, Park Hill, Platte County or Smithville Provide your own transportation Complete on-line application at: and submit bywww.northlandcaps.org/apply February 6, 2015

Career and Technical Education Center (C-Tec) Two Options: Automotive Technology College Information Technology Can do either for one or two years. Located near Northgate Middle School. Bus transportation is provided. Applications available in the Counseling Office

Agricultural Education Construction Technology Culinary Arts Diesel Technology Early Childhood Careers Health Sciences HVAC/R Industrial Welding IT Professionals Law Enforcement/CSI

Agricultural Education is a two-year course designed for instruction in animal science, agricultural business, plant science, conservation, landscaping, biotechnology, food science, agricultural mechanics, career exploration, leadership and personal development, and supervised agricultural experience. Students who successfully complete Agricultural Education will possess the skills and knowledge to enter the workforce or continue with formal education. Along with industry specified skills and basic academic skills Agricultural Education emphasizes the 21 st century skills necessary for gainful employment, such as attendance, teamwork, critical thinking and work ethic. Agricultural Education Course Description What does Agricultural Education have in it for me?  Eight career pathways Plant Systems, Animal Systems, Food Science, Natural Resources, Agribusiness Systems, Biotechnology Systems, Environmental Service Systems and Ag Mechanics  Partnership Opportunities Karbaumer Farm that works with all eight pathways  National FFA Organization Meeting new people across the state and nation through conventions and various other leadership opportunities What is planned for this year? Listed below are possible projects for each pathway. There are many more!  Plant Science—Fast Plants  Animal Science—Nutritional Studies  Food Science—Make Ice Cream  Conservation—Schoolyard Ecosystem  Ag Business—Business Proposal  Biotechnology—Plant Propagation  Landscaping—Creating a Model Greenhouse  Ag Mechanics—Creating Hydroponic Systems FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. FFA Mission FFA Motto Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve

 NCC combines core academics, employability skills, and career specific training  College and career bound opportunities

Credentials Hands-On Experience Exposure to Business & Industry Leadership Opportunities Integrated Academics

Grades...GPA Attendance Math & Reading Scores Sophomore Shadow Experience    

EARLY COLLEGE PROGRAM MCC-BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY

WHAT IS THE EARLY COLLEGE PROGRAM? MCC-Business & Technology and area high schools have developed a new program option for students eager to build skills in high-demand technical career fields: Construction Management CSIS-Cyber Security Engineering Technology HVAC Industrial Technology Students earn a certificate upon completion and head start toward completing an A.A.S. degree.

Construction Manager 20-29% projected job growth ( ) $40.58 hourly, $84,410 annual U.S. median wages (2013) Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. Job titles: Concrete Foreman, Construction Area Manager, Construction Foreman, Construction Manager, Construction Superintendent, General Contractor, Job Superintendent, Project Executive, Project Manager, Project Superintendent Total credit hours 47-54

Information Security/Cyber Security Analyst 20-29% projected job growth ( ) $42.59 hourly, $88,590 annual U.S. median wages (2013) Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. Ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure and respond to computer security breaches and viruses.. Job titles: Information Technology Specialist, Data Security Administrator, Information Security Analyst, Information Security Officer, Computer Security Specialist, Information Security Manager Total credit hours 47-54

Drafting and Engineering Technology (Mechanical/Manufacturing, Electronics/Computers, Architectural, Civil) 10-19% projected job growth ( ) $22.92 hourly, $47,680 annual U.S. median wages (2013) Use computer software and industry knowledge to design processes, places, or products. Job titles: Civil Engineering Technician, Electronics Technician, Industrial Engineering Technician, Manufacturing Production Technician, Process Documentation and Methods Analyst, Electrical Engineering Technicians, Architectural Drafter Total credit hours 48-55

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration 19-29% projected job growth ( ) $21.10 hourly, $43,880 annual U.S. median wages (2013) Install, service, or repair heating and air conditioning systems in residences or commercial establishments. Job titles: HVAC Service Technician, HVAC Installer, HVAC Mechanic, Refrigeration Operator, Transportation Refrigeration Technician, Ammonia Refrigeration Technician, Stationary Engineer, Boiler Operator, Stationary Steam Engineer, Boiler Engineer, Boiler Tender Total credit hours 51-58

Industrial Mechanic/Electrician 10-19% projected job growth ( ) $25.67 hourly, $53,400 annual U.S. median wages (2013) Repair, test, adjust, install, or maintain electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas. Repair, install, adjust, or maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems. Job titles: Maintenance Mechanic, Maintenance Technician, Industrial Machinery Mechanic, Machine Adjuster, Overhauler, Industrial Electrician, Industrial Mechanic, Control Technician, Electronics Technician, Industrial Electrician, Instrument and Electrical Technician (I&E Tech), Electrical and Instrument Mechanic, Repair Technician, Service Technician Total credit hours 48-55

Welder 10-19% projected job growth ( ) $17.49 hourly, $36,370 annual U.S. median wages (2013) Use hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products using prints and industry recognized processes. Job titles: Aluminum Welder, Fabrication Welder, Fitter/Welder, Maintenance Welder, Mig Welder, Braze Operator, Weld Technician Total credit hours 49-56

Machinists and CNC Programmers 20-29% projected job growth ( ) $22.36 hourly, $46,510 annual U.S. median wages (2013) Set up, operate, or program a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Job titles: Computer Numerical Control Programmer (CNC Programmer), CAD CAM Programmer, CNC Operator, Machinist, Machine Operator, Machine Repair Person, Production Machinist, Set-Up Machinist, Tool Room Machinist Total credit hours 49-56

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATES OSHA 30 hour card CPR Card/Certificate ETEC: CADD Certificate INTE: Level I Certificate CSIS: Cyber Security Certificate WELD: Welding Construction Certificate HVAC: Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration - Job Ready Certificate CIMM: Mill and Lathe Certificates Construction Management: Construction Technology Certificate

TRANSFERABILITY Certificates and degrees can transfer to 4 year universities Some of the Universities that degrees transfer to: UCM, UM KC, MU, Pittsburg State, Northwestern, and etc.

HANDS ON EXPERIENCE Each class works in a lab with real world equipment Students will learn from instructor that have been in the field

HANDS ON EXPERIENCE

WHERE TO FIND THE LINKS Go to College & Career Programs on the left, Then click on District Programs