High School Programs
in Career and Technical Education
Through a partnership with Mesa County Valley School District 51, qualified high school juniors and seniors enroll in classes at WCCC and earn credit toward high school graduation. Students that meet course competencies are eligible for Technical Scholars college credit. Click here to see the credits that students can earn.
Bus transportation is provided between District 51 high schools and Western Colorado Community College. Students do not pay for tuition or textbooks.
WCCC's high school programs provide an application based curriculum in a hands-on laboratory environment. Classes emphasize both technical skills and academic knowledge. Expert faculty and support from industry advisory committees assure the delivery of high quality programs.
Attending WCCC's high school programs is an opportunity you won't want to miss.
Application available by calling 970.255.2670 or click here and download a copy.
WCCC High School Program Student Handbook - the handbook contains important information about the policies and opportunities for learning at WCCC through the career and technical education program.
Program Descriptions
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What do Disney World and the Space Shuttle have in common? Each one starts with an idea, a design and a drawing. Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) is the drafting and engineering tool of today. This program prepares students for career opportunities in drafting and design. Students learn the basic drafting principles and methods in hand drafting as well as the latest CAD software.
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Digital Design introduces students to the fields of visual imaging and storytelling. You will
learn the skills needed to realize your creative ideas through script writing, drawing and
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This course is designed to meet competency-based standards set by industry; it prepares students
for entry level placement in a wide range of manufacturing jobs. Students learn blueprint
reading, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, general machining, CNC machining, process
planning, inspection process planning, maintenance, computer aided drafting/computer aided Classroom instruction is integrated with related lab |
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Students learn marketing, business management, and finance in 22 different areas including:
sports and entertainment; restaurant management; advertising and multimedia; fashion and
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This program prepares students for a career in healthcare. Students learn medical terminology, human growth and development, ethics, first aid, CPR, basic anatomy and physiology, infection control and safety, and the effects of wellness and illness across the lifespan. In the spring
semester students can choose clinical studies including Certified Nursing Assistant, Veterinary
Assistant or Emergency Medical Responder. Clinical experiences and job shadowing in the
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Process Systems Technology is a well-established scientific program using computer-based tools for an integrated approach to modeling, simulation, design, operation, control and management for industrial process control systems. Students develop skills in electronic instrumentation, remote
sensing, telecommunications, computer networking, computer programming and business |
Join the exciting, rapidly changing field of Information Technology and the internationally
accredited Cisco Certified Networking Academy. Students learn the fundamentals of PC
technology including computer hardware and software skills needed to meet the growing Students
are introduced to advanced concepts in computer networking systems from small and home office |
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Students learn the fundamentals of electronics, starters, ignition and charging systems,
and cooling and heating systems. Explore related math concepts, use of technical manuals,
basic management skills, communication skills and leadership. This program stresses safety
practices. Students learn proper use and care of hand tools and equipment used in the
automotive service industry. |
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This program offers the opportunity to become proficient at Stick welding , MIG welding, TIG welding, Flux-cored arc welding, Oxyacetylene cutting and welding, and Plasma Arc Cutting. Through classroom lecture and related lab work, students study welding, cutting, layout, fabrication and technical math. A good attitude and quality workmanship is stressed.
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