Aviation Technology Pathway

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Aviation technology includes the design, production, repair, and maintenance of all types of aircraft. Employees with aviation technology degrees are highly sought after for careers in the aviation industry, manufacturing, and maintenance, repair and overhaul, in northern Illinois and nationwide. Potential Careers in Transportation Technology (RPS 205)• Airplane Pilot/Co-Pilot • Air Traffic Controller • Avionics Technician • Cargo and Freight Agent • Customs Inspector

• Environmental Manager • Facility Engineer • Industrial Equipment Mechanic • Industrial and Packaging Engineer • International Logistics Specialist

• Safety Analyst • Storage and Distribution Manager • Urban and Regional Planner

Potential Careers in Aviation Maintenance (Rock Vally College)• Aviation engine mechanic• Airframe mechanic• Sheet metal construction and repair• Reciprocating and turbine engine repair

Graduates with a Bachelor of Science, Aviation Management Technology (NIU) find careers at companies like• Lockheed Martin• McDonnell Douglas• Hamilton Sundstrand (UTC Aerospace Systems)• Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway

International Airports • Ingersoll• Motorola• Siemens• Underwriters Labs

• Woodward

584,000 new maintenance technicians will be needed to maintain the world fleet over the next 20 years. Source: The 2014 Boeing Pilot & Technician Outlook

$55,980 – median salary of an aircraft mechanic Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Rock Valley College has a state-of-the-art Aviation Maintenance Educational Facility, scheduled to open Fall 2015 at Chicago Rockford International Airport.

All required 300-400 courses in NIU’s Aviation Management Technology program are offered online.

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4 SemestersCoursework at Rockford Public Schools – EMITT Academy Transportation Technology Pathway

6 SemestersCoursework at Rock Valley College Associates Degree (AAS) – Aviation Maintenance, including completion of FAA Airframe and Power Plant Certificates

2 SemestersCoursework at Northern Illinois UniversityBachelor of Science, NIU Aviation Management Technology Requires Associates Degree (AAS) – Aviation Maintenance

The table below shows the courses that, if taken in this sequence, should result in completion of the program in the least amount of time while evenly distributing the course load. Some courses are prerequisites for the courses that follow in the sequence and are subject to change. Please consult your institution’s advising staff for the latest program requirements when registering for courses.

Missing coursework will hinder a students’ progress in the program. To progress seamlessly from one institution to the next, students should obtain a degree from the first institution. All plans of study should meet local and state high school graduation requirements, general education requirements, and prerequisites for advanced courses.

To read this table - Each column represents a single grade year or semester as noted. Summer coursework may be necessary for some students. All information was taken from online materials published by each institution on its website in February, 2015.

Aviation Technology Pathway Model

RPS 205 - EMITT Academy Transportation Technology RVC - Aviation Maintenance Technology NIU - Bachelor of Science, Aviation Management TechnologyGrade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Semester 5 Semester 6 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4Freshman Seminar Orientation to

TransportationAutomotive Technology I

Automotive Technology II

Materials & Processes (AVM 101)

Basic Electricity (AVM-102)

Aircraft Electrical Systems (AVM-245)

Basic Powerplants (AVM-162)

Fuel and Lubrication Systems (AVM-160)

Engine Support Systems (AVM-161)

Trigonometry (MATH 155)

Plant location, Layout and Materials Handling (TECH 429) - TECH 265 also a prereq

Industrial Project Management (TECH 496) - ENGL 308 and TECH 415 or 416 and senior status required

Workshop in Technology (TECH 497)1-6 credits

Exploring Engineering (Semester Elective)

Principles of Aero. Science and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (ERAU)

Automotive Suspension and Brakes Certificate (RVC Course)

Aviation Math Physics (AVM-103)*

Records and Publications (AVM-104)

Cleaning and Corrosion Control (AVM-106)

Aircraft Finishing and Covering (AVM-241)

Ignition Systems (AVM-163)

Engine Electrical Systems (AVM-165)

Basic Statistics (STAT 208)

Energy Management (TECH 484)

Disaster Preparedness (TECH 432)

Elective 1

Aircraft Drawing - Weight & Balance (AVM-105)*

Aircraft Metal Structures (AVM-247)

Aircraft Instrument & Communication Sys. (AVM-246)

Cabin Atmosphere Control Systems (AVM-242)

Advanced Powerplants (AVM-164)

Propeller Systems (AVM-166)

General Chemistry (CHEM 110)

Industrial Quality Control (TECH 391)

Human Factors in Industrial Accident Prevention (TECH 434)

Elective 2

Hydraulic & Pneumatic Control Systems (AVM-248)*

Landing Gear Systems (AVM-251)

Composition I (ENG-101)

Aircraft Welding (AVM-243)

Introduction to Technical Writing (ENG-110) or Fundamentals of Communication (SPH-131) or Composition II (ENG-103)

General Chemistry laboratory (CHEM 111)

Supervision in Industry (TECH 404)

Basic Physics and Laboratory (PHYS 150A)

Aircraft Fuel Systems (AVM-249)*

Aircraft Auxiliary Systems (AVM-244)

Technical Writing (ENGL 308)

Facilities Management Technology (TECH 406)

Introductory Financial Account-ing (ACCY 206) or Fundamentals of Accounting (ACCY 288)

Assembly & Rigging (AVM-250)*

Airframe Inspection (AVM-252)

Recommended Electives: Exploring Engineering, Aerospace, Introduction to Industrial Tech and Engineering

Recommended out of school experiences in workplaces, weekend and summer activities:

Other Notes:*AVM 101, 103 and 105 must be taken concurrently.*AVM 248, 249 and 250 must be taken concurrently.

Technology Electives (Choose 2)Green Technologies (TECH 305) - MATH 155 and CHEM 110 prereq Industrial Training and Evaluation (TECH 402) - MATH 155 and TECH 265 prereq Work Simplification (TECH 442) - MATH 155 and TECH 265 prereqEngineering Economy (TECH 443) - MATH 155 prereqProduction Control Systems (TECH 444) - MATH 155 and TECH 265 prereqManufacturing Distribution Applications (TECH 492Workshop in Technology (TECH 497

For more information about Rockford Public School’s –EMITT Academy Transporation Technology program, contactDave CarsonExecutive Director, College and Career Readiness 815-966-3123

For more information about the Rock Valley College Aviation Maintenance Technology program, contactMark AdolphsonAcademic Chair, Aviation Technology815-921-3015

For more information about NIU’s Bachelor of Science, Aviation Management Technology Program, contactStacey DeeganProgram Advisor815-753-9943

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Applied Manufacturing Technology includes the planning, management, and processing of materials into intermediate or final products as well as professional and technical support activities such as production planning and control, maintenance and manufacturing process engineering. Demand for skilled employees is growing rapidly in this field. Manufacturing Technology Occupations in Highest Demand (P-20 Network, 2015)• Chemical engineer• Electrical engineer• Electronics engineer• Health, safety, environmental assurance• Industrial engineer

• Labor relations manager• Logistician• Maintenance and repair workers• Manufacturing engineer• Materials engineer

• Mechanical engineer• Operations manager• Quality control technician• Production manager• Team assembler

Potential Careers in Manufacturing Engineering Technology (Rock Vally College)• Product design• 3-D CAD modeling• Process planning

• Production scheduling• Quality technician• CNC programming and operation

• Automated production• Technical sales

Graduates with a Bachelor of Science, Applied Manufacturing Technology (NIU), find careers at companies like• AON• Caterpillar• Chrysler• Conner-Winfield

• Hamilton Sundstrand (UTC Aerospace Systems)• Ideal Industries• Ingersoll

• Motorola• Siemens• Underwriters Labs• Woodward

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Analysts project 1,000,000 manufacturing vacancies by the year 2020. Source: The 2014 Boeing Pilot & Technician Outlook

The average US Manufacturing worker earns more than $77,000…almost 25% more than other sectors. Source: National Association of Manufacturers

The fastest-growing jobs in the Rockford area are in the manufacturing of transportation equipment, electrical equipment, appliances, and components. Source: Regional P-20 Network Emerging Jobs Report

All required 300-400 courses in NIU’s Applied Manufacturing Technology program are offered online.

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4 SemestersCoursework at Rockford Public Schools – EMITT Academy Manufacturing Operations Pathway

6 SemestersCoursework at Rock Valley College Associates Degree – Manufacturing Engineering Technology

2 SemestersCoursework at Northern Illinois UniversityBachelor of Science in Technology, Applied Manufacturing Technology (online)

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Applied Manufacturing Technology PathwayApplied Manufacturing Technology Pathway

The table below shows the courses that, if taken in this sequence, should result in completion of the program in the least amount of time while evenly distributing the course load. Some courses are prerequisites for the courses that follow in the sequence and are subject to change. Please consult your institution’s advising staff for the latest program requirements when registering for courses.

Missing coursework will hinder a students’ progress in the program. To progress seamlessly from one institution to the next, students should obtain a degree from the first institution. All plans of study should meet local and state high school graduation requirements, general education requirements, and prerequisites for advanced courses.

To read this table - Each column represents a single grade year or semester as noted. Summer coursework may be necessary for some students. All information is taken from online published materials by each institution on its website in the late summer of 2015.

Applied Manufacturing Technology Pathway

For more information about Rockford Public Schools – EMITT Academy Manufacturing Operations Pathway, contact Dave CarsonExecutive Director, College and Career Readiness 815-966-3123

For more information about the Rock Valley College Manufacturing Engineering Technology program, contact Ron GearyVice President, Career and Technical Education/Outreach815-921-3101

For more information about NIU’s Bachelor of Science, Applied Manufacturing Technology program, contactStacey DeeganTechnology Program Advisor815-753-9943

RPS 205 - EMITT Academy Manufacturing Operations Pathway RVC - Manufacturing Engineering Technology NIU - Bachelor of Science, Applied Manufacturing TechnologyGrade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Semester 5 Semester 6 Semester 1 Semester 2Freshman Seminar Intro to Industrial

Technology and Engineering

Introduction to Engineering Design (only at East, Guilford; Project Lead the Way)

Machine Tool I (only at Jefferson)

Beginning Algebra Part II (MTH-092); prerequisite MTH 091

Manufacturing Processes I (MET-110)

CNC Machine Setup/Operations/Programming (MET-111)

Hydraulics, Pneumatics and PLCs (MET-146)

DC/AC Circuits and Electronics I (EET-141)

Robotics and Automated Systems (EET-254)

Industrial Quality Control (TECH 391) Industrial Project Management (TECH 496)

Semester Elective (1 Semester)

Orientation to Manufacturing (only at Jefferson)

Machine Tool II (only at Jefferson)

Intermediate Algebra Part II (MTH 094 2 credits) or Combined Beg & Intermediate Algebra (MTH 096S 6 credits)

Introductory CAD and Print Reading (MET-100

Graphics/SolidWorks CAD I (MET-133)

Strength of Materials (MET-218)

Applied Physics (MET-162)

MET Capstone Project (MET-249)

Supervision in Industry (TECH 404) Human Factors in Industrial Accident Prevention (TECH 434)

Fabrication I (only at Auburn, Guilford)

Fabrication II (only at Guilford)

Metrology (MET 106)

Statics (MET-217) Mechanisms (MET-220) for MD emph. OR CNC/CAM Operations I (MET-226) for AP emphasis

Machine Design (MET-221) for MD emp. OR Manu-facture Methods, Process Plan & Syst (MET-247) for AP emphasis

Facilities Management Technology (TECH 406)

Manufacturing Distribution Applica-tions (TECH 492)

Fabrication II & III (only at Auburn)

Composition I (ENG-101)

Materials and Processes (MET-105)

Composition II (ENG-103) or Introduction to Technical writing (ENG-110)

Plant Location, Layout & Materials Management (TECH 429)

Elective 1 - choose from list below

Plane Trigonome-try (MTH-125) or College Algebra & Trigonometry (MTH-132)

Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing (MET-243)

Disaster Preparedness (TECH 432)Management Technology

Elective 2 - choose from list below

Fundamentals of Communication (SPH-131)

Technology Electives (Choose 2)Green Technologies (TECH 305) - MATH 155 and CHEM 110 prereq Industrial Training and Evaluation (TECH 402) - MATH 155 and TECH 265 prereq Legal Aspects of Safety (TECH 435) - Prereqs?Work Simplification (TECH 442) - MATH 155 and TECH 265 prereqManufacturing Control Systems(TECH 444) - Prereqs?Energy management (TECH 484) - Prereqs?

Recommended out of school experiences in workplaces, weekend and summer activities:

Emphasis in Mechanical Design or Automated Production should be chosen by the end of Semester 4DRAFT

Nursing Pathway Model for Exemplary Students

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Nursing includes the promotion of health, prevention of illness, and the care of ill, disabled and dying people. Advocacy, promotion of safety, research, participation in shaping health policy and in patient and health systems management, and education are also key nursing roles. Strong demand for nurses will continue.

Potential Careers in Nursing• Registered nurse• Licensed practical nurse

• Nurse practitioner• Medical and health services management

Where Nurses Work• General and surgical hospitals• Doctor’s offices• Nursing care facilities

• Outpatient facilities• Home health services• Pharmaceutical companies

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Recent nursing school graduates enjoy some of the highest starting salaries among their peers in other industries$86,470 – Personal Care Services$79,530 – Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)$74,940 – Pharmaceutical and Medical Manufacturing$74,930 – Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools $74,180 – Medical Equipment and Supplies ManufacturingSource: Bureau of Labor Statistics

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4 SemestersCoursework at U-46 – Barlett, Elgin, Larkin, South Elgin, or Streamwood High Schools Health Sciences Cluster, Therapeutic Services Pathway, Registered Nursing Program

4–6 SemestersCoursework at Elgin Community College Associates Degree – Nursing

* See grid on following page for more information about the transition from RN to BSN

3 SemestersCoursework at Northern Illinois UniversityRN to BS in Nursing Completion of general education course require-ments may require an additional semester.

Did you know...The job outlook for Registered Nurses is projected to grow at a rate of 19% between 2012 and 2022 (faster than average growth rate of occupations - 11%) . Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Registered Nurses receive an annual median pay of $65,470 per year with an Associate’s degree Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

581,500 more nursing jobs are expected by 2018 Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

NIU’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program ranks 21 out of the top 50 schools offering BSN degrees that “...offer the best combination of cost and return on investment so you can know you’re getting a degree that is worth your time and tuition.” Source: www.valuecolleges.com

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The table below shows the courses that, if taken in this sequence, should result in completion of the program in the least amount of time while evenly distributing the course load. Some courses are prerequisites for the courses that follow in the sequence and are subject to change. Please consult your institution’s advising staff for the latest program requirements when registering for courses.

Missing coursework will hinder a students’ progress in the program. To progress seamlessly from one institution to the next, students should obtain a degree from the first institution. All plans of study should meet local and state high school graduation requirements, general education requirements, and prerequisites for advanced courses.

To read this table - Each column represents a single grade year or semester as noted. Summer coursework may be necessary for some students. All information is taken from online published materials by each institution on its website in February of 2015.

Nursing Pathway Model for Exemplary Students

U - 46 Health Sciences, Therapeutic Services Pathway, Nursing Program ECC - Associates Degree Nursing NIU - RN to BS in Nursing

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Prerequisites Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3*Honors English Honors English Honors or AP

EnglishAP English (writing course)

Testing - PSB- Health Occupations Aptitude Exam 25 percentile or above; ACT subscores of English (20 or better), reading, (18 or better), and math (23 or better); COMPASS Reading test score of 80, Writing test score of 6, and Math test score of 55-59. Limits on the validity of tests score may apply (http://elgin.edu/students.aspx?id=88).

Nursing Fundamentals (NUR 115)

Common Health Challenges (NUR 120)

Complex Health Challenges (NUR 212) Prereq: NUR 120, NUR 122, NUR 124, & BIO 265

Complex Health Challenges III (NUR 220)

Concepts of Professional Nursing (NURS 347) PRQ: RN status

Practicum in Leadership and Population-Focused Nursing (NURS 463)

Lifespan Development Course (testing or FCNS 280)

Honors Algebra or higher math

Honors Geometry or higher math

Honors Algebra 2 or higher math

Honors Pre-calc, AP Calculus, or AP Statistics

Honors biology Honors chemistry AP biology or Principles of Biology (Dual Credit for ECC BIO 110)

AP chemistry BIO 110 or AP Biology Score of 4 or 5 Introduction to Pharmacology (NUR 116)

Caring for Women & Children (NUR 122)

Complex Health Challenges II (NUR 214) Prereq: NUR 120, NUR 122, NUR 124, & BIO 265

Integrative Nursing Experience (NUR 222)

Health Assessment (NURS 304)

Genetics and Human Genomics for Nurses (NURS 408)

Basic Nutrition (testing or FCNS 201)

BIO 240 or BIO 245 with C or better or Dual Credit from U-46 for BIO 245

Health Assessment Laboratory (NURS 307)

PE/Health PE/Drivers Ed PE PE Introduction to Psychology (PSY 100) or AP Psychology score of 4 or 5

Socialization into Nursing Program (HPE 101)

Professional Aspects of Nursing (NUR 124)

Human Anatomy and Physiology (BIO 240)

Professional Socialization (NUR 224)

Alterations in Biological Systems (NURS 308)

Gerentological Nursing (NURS 435)

*If not completed through testing or transferred from another institution, these additional course requirements must be fulfilled prior to degree completion.

Foreign Language Foreign Language AP Psychology Human Anatomy and Physiology I (Dual Credit for ECC BIO 245)

English Composition 1 (ENG 101) or AP Literature & Composition or AP Language & Composition Score of 4 or 5

Principles of Sociology (SOC 100)

Human Growth & Development (PSY 218)

English Composition II (ENG 102) or AP Language and Composition Score of 5

Research in Nursing Research and Evidence-based Practice (NURS 312)

Nursing, Ethics and the Law (NURS 488)

Orientation to Health Occupations

AP US History HHE234HN 1/2; CNA (AC: NUR: 105)

2 semesters high school chemistry with a C or better each semester or CHM 112 or CHM 101, or CHM proficiency test

Fundamentals of Speech (CMS 101)

Liberal Studies Elective (HUM 216: Ethics, recommended)

Population-focused Nursing (NURS 419)

Nursing Informatics (NURS 425)

Additional Recommended Electives: Foundations of Health Care Science, Fundamentals of Human Anatomy, Advanced Health Care Science, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Principles of Biomedical Sciences, Principles of Biomedical Sciences, Human Body Systems, Medical Interventions, Health Care Science Internship

Interdisciplinary Humanities/Fine Arts Course

*Before the RN to BS NIU Degree- Achieve/maintain licensure as RN in the state of Illinois- If not directly from ECC,

• Currently employed as a RN or • Have worked as a RN within the past 5 years and have a current license or• Have taken a refresher course and have a current license

Processes for Nursing Leadership (NURS 432)Fine Arts Course

Program admission and degree completion requirements require different coursework at subsequent institutions. AP scores of 4 or 5 in the suggested content areas can greatly reduce time to degree completion.

Social Studies Course General Education Requirements: Creativity and Critical Analysis (6), Nature and Technology (6), Society and Culture (6), An elective from any knowledge domain

Recommended out of school experiences in workplaces, weekend and summer activities

Thick-bordered boxes indicate an opportunity for AP credit to apply.

AP or other testing may account for up to 50% of coursework for a degree at ECC.

For more information about Health Sciences, Therapeutic Services Pathway, Nursing Program, contactCarol DePueCareer and Technical Education Coordinator847-888-5000 x5310

For more information about the Elgin Community College Associate Degree-Nursing program, contactAnn AmaefuleDirector of Nursing Program847-214-7304

For more information about NIU’s RN to BS in Nursing program, contactJan StromSchool of Nursing and Health Studies Chair815-753-6550

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