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Industrial Trades
Program Instructor:
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Jonathan Hubbard
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General Program Description:
This program offers diverse construction-based opportunities to obtain skills in Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and Welding using an applied approach from the classroom to the lab. Skills such as wiring residential circuits, soldering copper pipes, installing mini-splits/boilers, and various welding applications are developed over a two-year period. The students are taught the safe and proper handling of sophisticated industrial equipment, making career choices or post-secondary school choices. If your interest lies in construction-type trade areas and you would like some choices, this program provides opportunities to learn using hands-on experiences as well as the necessary employability skills needed. Certifications are available through the American Welding Society, NCCER, and OSHA10.
Overall Program Highlights:
Students are able to take the skills they learn and apply them to fabrication assignments and projects, a functioning half bathroom utilizing the plumbing, electrical, and HVAC skills learned while still in the classroom setting.
Industrial Trades - Level I
Credit: 3-4 elective credits
Eligibility: Students in grades 10 with instructor interview, 11 and 12
Prerequisites: Basic algebra and geometry skills
Scheduled Class Time: Full-year; 2 hours per day, 7:45 AM to 9:45 AM
Level I Highlights
Industrial Trades provide opportunities for students in four different trade areas. All students work with blueprints, learning how to sketch, read, and build from them. We emphasize workplace safety and practical application of skills in Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and Welding. Welding units include Stick, MIG, TIG, Oxy-Acetylene cutting, Plasma cutting, and fabrication skills. Students will utilize their Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC skills and build a functioning bathroom with electrical wiring circuits, ventilation, lighting, soldered copper piping, PEX piping, heating, and cooling.
If you are interested or are considering a career as an electrician, plumber, HVAC technician, welder, general property manager, physical plant manager, or contractor, Industrial Trades is the ideal match for you. The class is limited to 16 students to provide plenty of hands-on lab projects and individual instruction to meet the individual needs of the students. At the end of the two-year program, you will have a step up to start your next step in a career or in pursuing further training in your chosen industry.
Industrial Trades Level II
Credit: 2-3 Elective Credit
Eligibility: Students in grades 11 and 12
Prerequisites: Grade of 70 or better in industrial Trades Level I
Scheduled Class Time: Full-year; 2 hours per day, 11:40 PM to 1:40 PM
Highlights:
After successfully completing Industrial Trades I, students will choose either a co-op job shadow or staying in the lab to further their welding skills. Specific learning will explore the details of their chosen field.
During the second quarter, students will learn the fine art of interviewing, resume writing, cover letters, and job/career searches. During the second semester, students will concentrate on one of the many areas in Industrial Trades. Students are also eligible to enroll in evening electrical and plumbing-related apprenticeship classes, thereby starting their licensing requirements immediately while still in high school, giving them a huge advantage when searching for employment.
Using a hands-on, independent approach to a variety of performance-based projects, they will be prepared for cooperative work placements, apprenticeships, and leadership skills, including participation in local, state, and national SkillsUSA activities. Graduates may continue further educational opportunities to obtain industry certifications (such as plumbing and electrical licenses or HVAC and American Welding Society certifications), including two or four-year college programs or apprenticeship training, or they may seek entry-level positions within the trade areas.
Career Opportunities
- Electrician
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technician
- Plumber
- Welding Fabrication
- Maintenance Technician
- Renewable Energy Installation and Design Technician
Embedded Academic Credit: Math
Industry Recognized Credentials
- 10-hr OSHA Certificate
- American Welding Society-SMAW 1G,2G,3G,4G, and 6G
- NCCER Construction Core Curriculum
Vermont Career Technical Education (CTE) Program Critical Proficiencies
Program Advisory Members and Organization
- Harold Elliott- Cota & Cota
- Frank Gould- Gould Electric
- Brian Hernon - HB Energy Solutions
- Jeff Mars- Control Technologies
- Burt Riendeau - New England Airgas/American Welding Society
- Jerry Torino - New England Airgas
Student/Parent Quotes:
"This program has taught me to take things one step farther and to accomplish goals."
"After taking this class, I have a totally different perspective on life. I am able to think and do things for myself."
"I feel better and more complete as a person more ready for the world."
"Industrial Trades has changed my plans completely for what I want to do after high school — for the best, I think."
“Four years ago, if someone had said that we would be in this place with our son now, considering colleges; consideration education after high school, I would have said I wasn't sure. We've always known his potential, but had a hard time getting him to believe.. But you've taken his passions and molded them and shaped them, into the substance and foundations on which he will work to build his dreams. No words can adequately give the thanks that we feel for that; for the doors you've opened and the inspiration and honesty that you've instilled. Thank you!
Pre Tech Foundations/Intro Course Description - Springfield High Only
Introduction To Industrial Trades and Manufacturing/Engineering
½ credit
Instructor: Jonathan Hubbard
This class offers students the opportunity to explore potential careers in Electrical, Plumbing, Welding, and HVAC through hands-on learning. In this one-semester course, during the first two weeks, the class learns safety, drawing, and measuring. Students will then learn the safe and proper use of welding and fabrication equipment, residential wiring, and plumbing. These proficiencies will be demonstrated by the completion of individual projects.
Information Technology
Program Instructor:
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Kristen WilsonPhone Number: (802) 885-8318Email:
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ADULT COMPUTER CLASS 2025 Agenda
General Program Description:
Information Technology at RVTC opens many doors for possible career paths or areas for further study in areas such as computer science and cybersecurity. The recommended path in IT is Technology Essentials, followed by Hands-On Computer Systems.
Students engage in graphic design, web design, programming, and basic IT literacy. Technology Essentials is a class centered around industry standards for Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator and web design standards. Students can earn college credit through River Valley Community College and take the Running Start Adobe Graphics course and or Web Design. Students build websites and write basic javascript and python programming interacting with microcontrollers. Students take design work straight to production on the 3D printers and laser cutter and fabricate designs.
Students explore hands-on learning in the lab and gain knowledge of computer components and operating systems such as Windows, Macintosh, and Linux. Students build a complete computer system through lab activities and academic classroom study. Students order parts, assemble and configure a computer, install software, and troubleshoot hardware and software problems. Students follow best practices in maintenance and safety and take full responsibility for maintaining computer equipment in the classroom and lab. The aim is the national certification exam, CompTIA’s IT Fundamentals, and CompTIA’s A+ certifications. Three college credits through Running Start at RVCC are offered as a full-year course.
Program Highlights:
- Earn up to 9 credits through the River Valley Community College
- CompTIA IT Fundamentals Certification
- CompTIA A+ Core 1&2 Certification
- Adobe Certified Associate in Adobe Illustrator
- CIW Site Development in web design
Technology Essentials
Credit: 3-4 elective credits
Eligibility: Students in grades 10, 11 and 12
Prerequisites: None
Scheduled Class Time: Full-year; 2 hours per day 7:45 AM to 9:45 AM
Technology Essentials Highlights:
Technology Essentials is a class centered around a variety of software and technical skills needed for basic computer literacy. We begin with Industry-standard programs, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator, to manipulate images and vector graphics. Students can earn college credit through River Valley Community College in New Hampshire and take the Adobe Graphics course in addition to the Web Design course. Students build website pages with HTML and CSS using Adobe Dreamweaver and Notepad, then explore javascript and Python programming. This creative and engaging class prepares students for graphic design, web design, or programming careers. Microcontrollers like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Micro:bit, and mBots, as well as cyberbots, allow students to interact and invent with technology.
Hands-On Computers
Credit: 3-4 Elective Credit
Eligibility: Students in grades 10, 11 and 12
Prerequisites: None
Scheduled Class Time: Full-year; 2 hours per day, 11:40 PM to 1:40 PM
Hands-On Computers Highlights:
Students explore with hands-on learning in the lab as they develop an in-depth knowledge of computer components and operating systems. Students learn to build a complete computer system through a combination of a lab classroom and hands-on activities, ordering parts, assembling and configuring a computer, installing software, and troubleshooting both hardware and software problems. They discover best practices in maintenance, safety issues and take full responsibility for maintaining computer equipment in the classroom and lab. The student works primarily on Windows machines and is exposed to Macintosh and Linux systems.
Students compete in CyberStart at local, state, and national levels. When completing the program, they are prepared for a national certification exam, CompTIA’s IT Fundamentals, CompTIA’s A+ Core 1&2, and may earn up to three college credits at the River Valley Community College.
Hands-On is an exciting look into the inner workings of the technology we use every day. It’s a chance to learn how to manage, repair, and even build computers from their separate components. We learn how to fix printers and manage networks, skills needed for businesses everywhere. Not only can students take their CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification exam, opening countless job opportunities, but we can also come to understand the technology seen everywhere in modern life.
Post Secondary Opportunities
- Certificate Programs - Computer Networking/Website Design
- Associate of Science (A.S.) - Computer Technology
- Associate of Applied Science (A.S.) - Computer Software Engineering
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Computer Engineering Technology
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Computer Information Technology
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Computer Software Engineering
- Desktop Support Specialist
- IT Support Specialist
- Help Desk Technician
- Computer Support Specialist
- Software Designer
- Programmer
- Computer and Peripheral Repair
- Website Developer
- Animation and Game Developer
Dual Enrollment / Postsecondary Agreements:
River Valley Community College - CSCI 213R - 3 Credits - Computer Graphics I
Description: Graphic Design is the focus with Adobe Illustrator and vector graphics. Students create branding materials and train for the Adobe Certified Associate certification
River Valley Community College - CSCI 103R - 3 Credits - Website Design
Description: Write Code with HTML and CSS to create website pages with Adobe Dreamweaver and notepad. Work with local clients and update websites.
River Valley Community College - CSCI 101R - 3 Credits - Computer Architecture and Operating Systems
Description: A year-long course with a goal of the CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification in addition to CompTIA A+ certification, industry standards for entry-level work in IT. The focus is on hardware, software, security, networking, and customer service.
Embedded Academic Credit: Math
Industry Recognized Credentials:
- Adobe Certified Associate-Photoshop
- Adobe Certified Associate-Illustrator
- CIW Site Development
- CompTIA IT Fundamentals
- CompTIA A+ Core 1&2
Vermont Career Technical Education (CTE) Program Critical Proficiencies
Program Advisory Members and Organization:
- Chris Maggiolo, Director of Development, Operations, & Finance. Black River Innovation Campus (BRIC)
- Ben McVety STEAM. Black River Innovation Campus (BRIC)
- Sue Dowdell Springfield Library
- Jessica Martin Springfield on the Move
- Karen Longo Dragonfly Designs
- Taylor Drinker Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce
Student/Parent Quotes:
"Your courses have provided me with countless useful skills and has offered me a better understanding of the courses and paths I want to pursue in college. I also wanted to thank you for all the letters of recommendation and time given to work on scholarships as all the hard work has now payed off. I am excited to attend UVM this fall and wanted to thank you for all the support you have offered over the past two years.
All the best,
Elijah"
"Ms. Wilson,
I wanted to extend a huge, big thank you for your tutelage of Logan. You made him realize that he could accomplish things if he put his mind to it. Through your teaching, he has thrived. That is the most important thing for him. I know he's going to miss the class. You have been that influence in his life that I don't think he'll ever forget.You've touched your students' lives and have inspired them to be better. That is the mark of a great teacher. I'm so thankful that you were his teacher.
Have a lovely summer. I hope you are doing well.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Anne"
Pre Tech Foundations/Intro Course Description - Springfield High Only
Introduction To Information Technology
½ credit
Instructor: Ms. Wilson
Learn how to navigate today’s digital landscape! Get to know a computer and how it works and take it apart. Create websites as a portfolio of your explorations in the field of information technology. Design in Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator and take your file straight to production on the 3D printer. Make graphic designs with our laser cutter. Learn Python and programming languages. Make video games. Investigate cybersecurity and work with microcontrollers like Raspberry Pi and Microbits.
PreTechnical Studies
Program Instructor:
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Mr. Gabriel VastolaPhone Number: (802) 885-8356Email:
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General Program Description:
Pre Technical Studies is designed to provide 9th and 10th-grade students with a unique experience in career exploration as they learn about and experience each of the various career development programs at RVTC. Throughout the first portion of the year, students work collaboratively to solve real-world problems related to each program in the center. They get hands-on experience in each program, learn about the various career opportunities related to each cluster, and visit local employers to see for themselves where professionals in these fields work and what work looks like on a daily basis.
Later in the program, students are tasked with developing, executing, and reflecting upon an independently-designed career-based project that will further their learning and skills in a career that inspires them most. Throughout this course, students will have access to a variety of resources to build skills in the career of their choice, including hand and power tools, 3D printers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, CNC machines as well as a Mac & PC design lab. In addition to these tools and equipment, students may also have the opportunity to work with individual program instructors to help facilitate their learning. This program can assist in student preparation for 11th and 12th-grade technical programming as well as an insight into the world of work that awaits them as they approach adulthood.
Program Highlights:
- Earn English, math, and elective credits
- Investigation of all RVTC programs
- In-depth career pathway development
- A hands-on approach to learning
Pre Technical Studies
Credit: English, Math, and Two elective credits
Eligibility: Students in grades 9 and 10
Prerequisites: None
Scheduled Class Time: Full-year; 2 hours per day 7:45 AM to 9:45 AM or 11:40 AM to 1:40 PM
Embedded Academic Credit: English and Math
Industry Recognized Credentials:
- American Heart Association - First Aid & CPR
Vermont Career Technical Education (CTE) Program Critical Proficiencies
Pre-Tech Exploratory CTE Programs
Embedded Academic Proficiencies and Performance Indicators
Mathematics
Modeling: a(CAT), b(CAT), c(CAT), e(CAT), f(CAT)
Algebra: g(CAT), i(CAT),k(CAT)
Geometry: a(CAT),h(CAT), l(CAT), m(CAT), n(CAT)
Statistics and Probability:a(CAT),c(CAT), e(CAT)
Proficiency Crosswalk Key
(DE) - Dual Enrollment
(IRC) - Industry Recognized Credential
(CAT) - Certified Academic Teacher Verification
(VC) - Vendor Curriculum
(CL) - AOE Competency List plus
(XXX-1) - Level 1/Year 1
(XXX-2) - Level 2/Year 2
Student/Parent Quotes:
“You get to interact with different students and experience different opportunities.”
“You get to try a whole bunch of different things and work with different people. The work in Pre Tech wasn’t easy, but I’m glad I took it.”
“Pre Tech opened my eyes to a lot of things I never knew about. I began the year with one career path in mind but through what we did in class I was able to see and try other things (jobs/careers) that I didn’t know much about. I changed my career path part way through the year to another career that I wouldn’t have known anything about. That wouldn’t have been possible without taking Pre Tech first.”
“It’s never boring. You’re always doing hands-on stuff. You get to participate in whatever the classes are doing whenever you visit them. It gives you ideas to think about a career you might want to do after high school.”
“Taking Pre Tech provides you with the life skills you will need farther down the road.”
“Amazing programs for high school students. Well organized and a true benefit to Springfield students and surrounding towns.” Pre Technical Studies Parent