Technology Department
These courses will help you get employed!
Aviation and Aerospace - SHSM
Holy Cross is excited to offer a unique SHSM to our community. This specialized program allows students to experience learning activities in the Aviation and Aerospace Sector while meeting the requirements for the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). This opportunity for students occurs in their grade 11 and 12 years.
The SHSM program is a practical and effective way to provide students with skills and Aviation and Aerospace Sector training that assist in the transition of students from secondary school to apprenticeship training, college, university or the workplace.
The Aviation and Aerospace Sector is a growing and rewarding career area and includes fields of work in Aircraft Mechanic, Aircraft Technician, Aircraft Inspector, Aircraft Welder, Aeronautical Engineering, Space Systems Engineering, Air traffic Controller, Metal fabricator Fitter, Quality Control Technician, Air Pilot, Flight Engineer, Flying Instructor, Aircraft Assembler, transportation and Crew Scheduler.
At graduation, students who complete the SHSM requirements receive a special diploma with a red seal as well as a records card that outlines all of the sector recognized training and certifications that the student has gained in the Aviation and Aerospace Sector.
Each SHSM consists of five required components:
Bundled credits: A defined bundle of credits consisting of eight to ten Grade 11 and Grade 12 credits, including cooperative education credits
Certification and training: Sector-recognized certifications and training courses and programs
Experiential learning and career exploration activities: Experiential learning and career exploration activities within the sector
Reach ahead experiences: Learning experiences connected with the student's postsecondary plans
Essential Skills and work habits: Development of Essential Skills and work habits required in the sector, recorded using the tools in the Ontario Skills Passport (OSP)
Links
The Ministry of Education, information about SHSM: http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/morestudentsuccess/SHSM.html
Ministry of Education, information about Aviation & Aerospace SHSM: http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/morestudentsuccess/sector/aviation.html
Business Studies
Highlights
GRADE 10: Intro to Business, we learn basic skills ot understand and set up a business. How to access finances and proper planning. We prepare students to develop employable skills. Plan your future!!!!
ENTREPRENEURIAL STUDIES (Grade 11) This course focuses on the details of establishing your own business. Can you be an entrepreneur? This is a fun course and we have a special day where you too can make money at school. Be part of the growing population owning their own business!!
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS: You can learn the many unique features of the far reaching corners of our world, through international business. There are so many opportunities awaiting you to explore as we examine the potential trade partners in the world.
ACCOUNTING GRADE 11 AND 12 We have an extremely strong accounting program at Holy Cross. Several past grads have gone completed the highest designation in their fields. There are numerous employment opportunities in this field. Please seriously consider it. This course is not about bookkeeping it is about managing finances, as one student stated, I WAS SURPRISED THIS COURSE WAS REALLY FUN!
Remember no plans to fail, THEY FAIL TO PLAN!!!!!
Course Course Offerings
Grade 10 Introduction to Business
Grade 11 Accounting Fundamentals
Grade 11 Entrepreneurship
Grade 11 Business Marketing (E-Learning)
Grade 12 Financial Accounting
Grade 12 International Business
Computer Technology
COURSES OFFERED:
Grade 10 Computer Engineering
Grade 11 Computer Engineering
Grade 11 Intro to Computer Programming
Grade 11 Intro to Computer Science
Grade 12 Computer Engineering
Grade 12 Computer Programming
Grade 12 Computer Science
Student Work
Construction - SHSM
Cosmetology
Student Work
COURSES OFFERED:
Grade 9 Cosmetology
Grade 10 Cosmetology
Grade 11 Cosmetology Duel Credit with Fleming (2 credits)
Grade 11 Cosmetology
Grade 12 Cosmetology Duel Credit with Fleming (2 credits)
Grade 12 Cosmetology
Food and Nutrition
COURSES OFFERED
Grade 9 Food & Nutrition
Grade 10 Food & Nutrition
Grade 11 Food & Nutrition
Grade 12 Food & Nutrition
Student Work
Technological Design
Transportation Technology
COURSES OFFERED
Grade 9 Exploring Transportation Technology
Grade 10 Transportation
Grade 11 Transportation (Automotive)
Grade 11 Transportation (Non - Automotive)
Grade 12 Transportation (Automotive)
Grade 12 Transportation - Vehicle Maintenance