This course is open to students in Grade 9 and 10. Students will create jewelry and unique personal projects for themselves and their homes. Techniques include enamel bead making, rings, soldering, chain making, two and three dimensional wirework and much more! There is a small cost to students who take… Read more

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Art Metal Jewelry 12 introduces you to the artistic possibilities in metalwork. Come and create many unique and personal projects for you and your home! Techniques and skills include copper enameling and bead making, pewter and silver casting, ornamental chain making, two and three dimensional wire work, and much more…. Read more

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The Auto Body 10 Exploration course gives students the opportunity to participate in a hands-on experience working on and repairing a vehicle’s fender. Skills and activities that are introduced include: gas welding, M.I.G. welding, panel and dent repair, surface preparation, painting, auto detailing and personal projects. This course is a… Read more

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Note: Introduction to Auto Body 10 is not a prerequisite. This course is for students wanting to experience a single block of Auto Body or continue on into the Career Prep or Ace It Auto Body programs. Students choosing Career Prep Auto Body Program must also take Auto Body 11B…. Read more

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This is the second course in the Career Prep Auto Body Program. Students will further develop their skills and increase their knowledge of Auto Body repair on more challenging projects.

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This course will expand student skills and knowledge that were introduced in the Auto Body 11A and Auto Body 11B courses. They will repair body panels on vehicles and prepare them for the final paint stage. Oxyacetylene and MIG welding are covered as well as minor damage analysis.

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This course is a continuation of Auto Body 12A. Previous skills and knowledge are further developed in preparation for the transition to the auto body repair industry. By this time Career Preparation Auto Body students should be ready to successfully complete their Work Experience Placements in commercial establishments.

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Students in this course will continue their development of vehicle engines and drive trains. Students will be required to do a full engine tear down and rebuild including measurement and testing. Students will also learn about a variety of engines, plus transmissions, transaxles and other drive train components. Students who… Read more

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You can increase your knowledge and confidence about automobiles by taking this course. You will learn about purchasing and owning an automobile, auto shop safety, automotive tools and equipment use. This course will introduce you to automotive maintenance and what you should be doing regularly to keep your car running… Read more

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Students in Automotive Technology 12 can continue to develop their knowledge and skills in the automotive shop and classroom. You will develop a more comprehensive understanding about the maintenance and repair of vehicle systems. This level is more intricate and challenging than Automotive Technology 11 and requires students to be… Read more

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This class is for students who love to bake. You will make more challenging baked products, explore the world of pastry and yeasts breads and have hands on experience decorating beautiful baking that looks and tastes good enough to sell in a top bakery or hotel. Learning never smelled so… Read more

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This course is for anyone who wants to learn how to build a house from the ground up. Knowing how to design, estimate, and build your own home is a future benefit that will save and earn you $$ money $$.

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This course is divided into two areas: website development and game programming. If you want to make web sites with a multi-media web experience, then this is the course for you. ICT Computer Programming 11 is an introduction to web based design and development. Students will learn XHTML, CSS, VBScript…. Read more

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Computer Programming 12 will further develop students’ skills in computer programming. Students will also continue to develop their web programming skills in XHTML, CSS, ASP, SQL, and Visual Basic. Students will develop more advanced computer programming skills and web development skills. Students will write computer applications on web servers. This… Read more

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Video games are not just fun to play but fun to create. The video game industry is a booming area and is quickly becoming one of the largest markets of the entertainment industry. Students will learn to develop sprites (character animations) and apply these animations to have characters interact with… Read more

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If you are interested in learning to develop professional pamphlets, brochures, or PowerPoint presentations, then this is the course for you. This class is also a must if you are planning on going to university or college where essay writing requires that students know how to properly footnote, create multiple… Read more

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This is an exciting course for students who want to further develop their graphic design and website design skills. This course is for students in grade 11 or 12 with an interest in learning about a variety of popular graphic and video software programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, In… Read more

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As an apprentice, you are introduced to the career of electrical trades through theory and practical applications. You will gain valuable core knowledge required for the electrical trade industry. Then you will be able to put your knowledge to practice by doing hands-on applications, such as plan reading, layout, house… Read more

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This course builds on Electrical Apprenticeship 11, taking your knowledge and skills to the next level. By the end of this course you will have covered the four Electrical Apprenticeship Program Modules introduced in Electrical Apprenticeship 11.

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Please note: This is the last opportunity to take Entrepreneurship as a grade 12 credit prior to implementation of the new BC curriculum. All businesses begin with the ideas of entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs identify and explore opportunities, research the resulting ideas, locate and organize resources, and begin to turn the ideas… Read more

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Students will be introduced to the business and design of the fashion industry. This course will explore all aspects of the fashion industry; elements and principles of design, fashion illustration, textile science, technology and design, ready to wear industry, haute couture, eco-fashion movement, merchandising and retailing. Students will also be… Read more

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Fashion Design 12 is a course that provides students with both the theory and practice needed to create a self-designed fashion line. Students will explore many of the fashion illustration and pattern drafting skills as well as the construction processes needed to bring their ideas to life. This course will… Read more

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You will start with breakfasts and baking, move into lunch and dinner menus and finish the course with desserts. You will have lots of hands on learning as you make a wide variety of delicious foods.

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You will start with international cuisine for breakfasts; make more complicated baked products then make more international cuisine for lunch and dinners. The major project for this course is a research project to learn about the cuisine of your cultural heritage. This project includes a big international buffet to share… Read more

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You’ll be living on your own soon. Would you like some tasty recipes that will fit your budget, busy lifestyle and impress your friends? How about exploring your creativity and more international cuisine. You will make more international cuisine and bake more complex baked products then make more international cuisine…. Read more

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Welcome to Hair Design 10! This course introduces students to the dynamic and ever changing world of hair design.  During class, students use professional tools to achieve the latest hair styling techniques.  Students receive their training in a modern fully equipped hair salon where they learn how to operate as… Read more

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Hairdressing 11 consists of three blocks: Hairdressing 11A: Introductory Theory Part 1 Hairdressing 11B: Introductory Basic Practical Skills Hairdressing 11C: Building Practical Skills Students will learn the following: Professional Development, Salon Ecology, Anatomy, Trichology, Design Decisions, Chemistry, Career Portfolio, Salon Business Level 1, Haircutting Level 1, Hairstyling Level 1, Permanent… Read more

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Hairdressing 12 consists of four blocks: Hairdressing 12A: Theory Part 2 Hairdressing 12B: Practical Skills Level 2 Hairdressing 12C: Practical Skills Level 3 Hairdressing 12D: General Trade Practices Students will learn the following: Professional Development, Salon Business Level 2, Career Portfolio, Chemistry, Electricity in Cosmetology, Advanced Haircutting, Advanced Hair Styling,… Read more

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Information Technology 9 is a survey course that is intended for students at all levels of experience and ability with computers. Students will learn many valuable skills that will help them in many of their other courses. Students will become proficient in using Google Apps, word processing, spreadsheets and presentation… Read more

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This course is open to students in the Grade 9 or 10 levels. You will learn about electronics and electrical in a fun and creative way. Besides learning about electrical safety and components (resistors, LED’s, capacitors, SCR’s) as well as building electronic prototypes and projects, you will learn to use… Read more

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This class introduces you to the world of mechanics – bike, small engine, and automotive. You will learn about the maintenance and repair of bicycles through learning to tear down and rebuild a bike. Then on to small engines, where you will use a single cylinder Briggs and Stratton engine… Read more

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Keyboarding 11 is a computer course designed to develop keyboarding skills as both a personal life skill and as a foundation for career development. In addition to learning to keyboard without looking at the keys, students will learn basic word processing skills, such as proof-reading, editing, and formatting, using Microsoft… Read more

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This course is open to students in Grade 9 and 10, and is designed for students to learn metalwork techniques on the fabrication of projects such as: Sheet metal license plate box, C Clamp, balancing man aluminum casting and CNC plasma cutting projects. Emphasis will be on the creativity and… Read more

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Metalwork 11 introduces a wide range of metalworking skills which allow students to create and fabricate projects such as: Aluminum tool box, Collapsible shovel, CNC plasma cutting projects, as well as personal projects. Skills developed include machining (drill press, lathe, and milling machine), forging, casting, welding (gas, arc, m.i.g.). There… Read more

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Metalwork 12 allows you to build on the previously learned skills from Metalwork 11. Time will allow you to create larger self-designed projects. The topics covered are similar to those in Metal 11, but are covered in more detail. Students are encouraged to engage in more challenging and complex project… Read more

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This is a project based course that introduces grade 9 and 10 students to the variety of trade program options available at Victoria High School. You will have fun while you explore the areas of electrical, carpentry, metal fabrication, welding, joinery and automotive repair. You will start to develop the… Read more

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The course builds on the grade 10 Trades Exploration course. You will continue to develop your skills in the areas of electrical, auto body, carpentry, metal fabrication, welding, joinery and automotive repair. You will take on a role as lead tradesperson and supervisor in order to get a deeper understanding… Read more

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This textiles course is designed for the BEGINNING sewing student who has little or no previous experience. Students will learn to safely use the tools and equipment needed to produce both clothing and craft items. Students will make a minimum of 2 pieces of clothing as well as craft and… Read more

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This textiles course is for the INTERMEDIATE sewer and is open to the student who has previously taken a textiles course. Students should be able to sew independently. It is expected that students will be familiar with commercial pattern use and have mastered basic sewing skills. Students will construct at… Read more

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This textiles course is an ADVANCED textiles course and open to students who have demonstrated an above average ability in sewing. At least 4 garments will be constructed using 25 different sewing techniques many of which will be at an advanced level. Students will examine historical, social and cultural influences… Read more

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Tourism is a sustainable industry and one of the largest employment sectors in Canada.  This class will look at the sectors of Food and Beverage, Transportation, Accommodation, and Attractions.  Students will gain an understanding of the characteristics of these sectors and how they relate to business and jobs.  They will… Read more

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In this course you will make a variety of projects from wood. These include a display table, a box of your choice, a wood turned bowl and, if time permits, another project of your choice. Students will learn the safe operation of tools and equipment, as well as wood characteristics,… Read more

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In this course you will continue to develop your woodworking skills and knowledge through the construction of a Shaker table with a drawer, a dovetail box, and an advanced woodturning. You will also be challenged with a sustainable wood project and learn about wood species and characteristics. There is a… Read more

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In this course you will build a tall clock cabinet and do a small chair design challenge. You will learn about various types of woodworking techniques and artifacts. There is a $15 material cost to students who take this course to partially cover the cost of the material of projects… Read more

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In this course you will be required to design and construct your own woodwork project using the skills and knowledge you have acquired through previous woodworking courses. Due to the scope and nature of the course, students will be required to cover the cost of the materials used in the… Read more

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