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Poudre Career Tech Center (Formerly Futures Lab)

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Poudre Career Tech Center offers concurrent enrollment opportunities for Poudre School District students to earn college credit in high school.

About Poudre Career Tech Center

Poudre Career Tech Center offers a learner-centered, hands-on experience that complements the learning at a student's home high school campus. Courses at the Center support college and career readiness by allowing students the opportunity to deepen their learning and develop in-demand career skills. Concurrent enrollment allows all students to have additional options when leaving high school and introduces them to local institutions like Aims Community College that offer degree opportunities in their interest areas and the ability to earn college credit in high school at no cost. 

Students are co-enrolled from all high schools in the Poudre School District in this central innovation center where students can explore their college and career interests. Concurrent enrollment opportunities complement the Futures Lab design principles of autonomy, connection, authentic work, and deep learning.  

"Taking AIMS Concurrent enrollment classes at Futures Lab has allowed me to better understand how college classes work, and, at the same time, get ahead on college credit. Financially, it has been really beneficial for my family, as it costs a lot less than normal college classes. I get credit for exploring my interests at a lower cost."
--Meghan Satterwhite, Senior at Rocky Mountain High School and Futures Lab, Aviation Pathway

We're Here to Help

To enroll, please work with your high school counselor. For more information about high school programs at Aims, contact the Aims team.

High School Enrollment Team

Emily Furtner

Poudre Career Tech Center Counselor

High School Enrollment Team

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Rachel Carey

Program Coordinator II, Concurrent Enrollment
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Isabelle Wolfe

Enrollment Coach
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Sera Winchel

Senior Advisor, HS2Aims

Current Available Courses

The selection of available courses may change for each new semester.

ASE 1001 - Auto Shop Orientation

Covers safety instruction in the shop and on the automobile. Emphasis on the proper use and care of test equipment, precision measuring and machining equipment, gaskets, adhesives, tubing, wiring, jacks, presses, and cleaning equipment and techniques. Differential tuition rates apply. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Credits

2

ASE 1070 - Laboratory Experience I

Continues to build upon the principles that are expected to be understood by students. .  Course is repeatable with a maximum of 6 credit hours.https://www.aims.edu/departments/cashiers-office/tuition-feesDifferential tuition rates apply

Course Prerequisites

ASE 1001 or DPM 1001 with a grade of "C" or better

Credits

0 to 6

ASE 1010 - Automotive Brake Service I

Introduces the basic theory of automotive braking systems including operation, diagnosis, basic repair of disc and drum friction assemblies, and basic hydraulic braking systems. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST program accreditation requirements. . Course is not repeatable for credit.https://www.aims.edu/departments/cashiers-office/tuition-feesDifferential tuition rates apply

Course Prerequisites

ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001 with grades of "C" or better

Credits

2

CAD 1100 - Print Reading for Computer Aided Drafting

Covers linetype identification, use of lineweights, file management, prototype/template creation using AutoCAD. Covers interpretation of industry standards in dimensioning, symbology, drawing notes, scales, and reading working drawings. Architecture, engineering, design related, civil/survey, manufacturing, HVAC, and welding are industries discussed in this course. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Credits

3

CSC 1019 - Introduction to Programming: (Programming Language)

Focuses on a general introduction to computer programming. This course emphasizes the design and implementation of structured and logically correct programs with good documentation. It is centered on basic programming concepts, including control structures, modularization, and data processing. A structured programming language is used to implement program designs. It emphasizes the writing of multiple programs following the software development process, from start to finish, including design, implementation, and testing. Course is repeatable for credit under different titles.

Credits

3

RTV 1006 - Principles of Audio

Focuses on basic audio production techniques to be used in television production. Includes the use of basic audio equipment and mixer to produce audio tracks for radio and television production. . Course is not repeatable for credit.https://www.aims.edu/departments/cashiers-office/tuition-feesDifferential tuition rates apply

Credits

3

UPH 2075 - Special Topics

Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest. . Course is repeatable with a maximum of 12 credit hours.https://www.aims.edu/departments/cashiers-office/tuition-feesDifferential tuition rates apply

Credits

1 to 12

CNG 1024 - Networking I: Network +

Provides students with the knowledge necessary to understand, identify and perform necessary tasks involved in supporting a network. Covers the vendor-independent networking skills and concepts that affect all aspects of networking, such as installing and configuring the TCP/IP. This course also prepares students for the Networking II: Network + course. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Credits

3

MGD 1063 - Sound Design I

Explores the use of sound in multimedia production and audio storytelling. Students examine the principles of recording. Classes focus on how sound can enhance interactive productions and improve computer presentations. Students learn how to use the computer as a full audio editing studio. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Credits

3

RTV 2003 - Audio Mixing

Includes the fundamentals of audio mixing from the audio source to final master. By explaining the principles of mixing and the technical foundations of audio recording. Analyzing the principles of acquiring, manipulating, recording, and final mixing of audio and discussing the differences between digital and analog recording. Each student will summarize the function of microphones, audio sources, recording devices, and speakers and complete recording exercises and projects according to provided guidelines. Demonstration of linear and non-linear master mixing will also be required. . Course is not repeatable for credit.https://www.aims.edu/departments/cashiers-office/tuition-feesDifferential tuition rates apply

Course Prerequisites

RTV 1006 with a grade of "C" or better

Credits

3

MTE 1101 - Introduction to Manufacturing

Focuses on the fundamentals of manufacturing and the responsibilities of the manufacturing technician, including design, procurement, assembly, maintenance, operations, accounting and the importance of Quality Assurance (QA) throughout the manufacturing process. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Credits

3

MTE 1102 - Safety Manufacturing Environment

Introduces Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) federal and state regulations, industrial practices, and accident investigation techniques; including topics such as hazard communication standards, lockout/tagout procedures, eye safety, lifting techniques, electrical safety, stored energy safety, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and safety program development and monitoring. Course is not repeatable for credit.

Credits

1

AVT 1055 - Unmanned Aircraft Systems Flight Training

Introduces and develops flight control and piloting techniques for common UAS platforms. Students will learn and demonstrate maneuvers, procedures, and best practices for safe UAS operation on fixed wing and rotary wing unmanned aircraft systems (drones). . Course is not repeatable for credit.https://www.aims.edu/departments/cashiers-office/tuition-feesDifferential tuition rates apply

Credits

3

AVT 2055 - Unmanned Aircraft Systems Ground School

Demonstrates readiness for the UAS Operator written test. Regulations pertaining to UAS operations will be introduced, including airspace, weather, and flight parameter limitations. The student will also demonstrate knowledge of UAS components and systems, maintenance, autonomy, ground stations, and telemetry. Course is not repeatable for credit.https://www.aims.edu/departments/cashiers-office/tuition-feesDifferential tuition rates apply.

Credits

2