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1 December 20, 2017 To: Chapter Advisors School Directors From: Joshua Klemp, State Executive Director Re: State Contest Rules and Deviations Enclosed are the newly revised Contest Schedule and Supplemental Rules for all State Contests. Registration must be submitted with your registration on February 3, 2017. The registration fee is $15.00 per student. It is important to note that the rules in the state book should be used with the National Standards that each of you should have on file. All contests will include work-place readiness skills, which can be found in PDP 1 and 2. New orders of PDP should be in your schools as of the writing of this memo. Students should have completed these books prior to competition. This book is published electronically and you should have no problem printing out pages for your teachers. Please be sure this info is used in preparation of your in-house contests in January. Please note that rating sheets are included for those contests that have standard rating sheets developed for each state contest. The PDP test will not count towards the contestant’s final score. The PDP t est will only be counted as a tiebreaker. The PDP test is given in all contests except Action Skills. As always, if you have any questions, please contact me at 825-2316. Thank you! Happy New Year! 400 East Ave. Warwick, RI 02886 (401)-825-2316 www.skillsusari.org [email protected]

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December 20, 2017

To: Chapter Advisors

School Directors

From: Joshua Klemp, State Executive Director

Re: State Contest Rules and Deviations

Enclosed are the newly revised Contest Schedule and Supplemental Rules for all State Contests.

Registration must be submitted with your registration on February 3, 2017. The registration fee

is $15.00 per student.

It is important to note that the rules in the state book should be used with the National Standards

that each of you should have on file. All contests will include work-place readiness skills, which

can be found in PDP 1 and 2. New orders of PDP should be in your schools as of the writing of

this memo. Students should have completed these books prior to competition. This book is

published electronically and you should have no problem printing out pages for your teachers.

Please be sure this info is used in preparation of your in-house contests in January. Please note

that rating sheets are included for those contests that have standard rating sheets developed for

each state contest.

The PDP test will not count towards the contestant’s final score. The PDP test will only be

counted as a tiebreaker. The PDP test is given in all contests except Action Skills. As always, if

you have any questions, please contact me at 825-2316. Thank you!

Happy New Year!

400 East Ave. – Warwick, RI 02886 – (401)-825-2316 – www.skillsusari.org – [email protected]

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SkillsUSA RHODE ISLAND CHAMPIONSHIPS EVENTS

Leadership Development Events

Action Skills

Community Action Project

Community Service

Employment Application Process

Extemporaneous Speaking

Job Interview

Job Skill Demonstration A

Job Skill Demonstration Open

Prepared Speech

Promotional Bulletin Board

T-Shirt Design

Occupationally Related Events

Career Pathways Showcase

Customer Service

Entrepreneurship

First Aid/CPR

Health Knowledge Bowl

Health Occupations Professional

Portfolio

Medical Math

Medical Terminology

Related Technical Math

Exploratory and First Year CT

Showcase**

Skilled and Technical Sciences Events

Advertising Design

Architectural Drafting

Automotive Service Technology

Basic Health Care Skills

Bio-Technology**

Cabinetmaking

Carpentry

CNC Milling Specialist

CNC Technician

CNC Turning Specialist

Collision Repair Technology

Commercial Baking

Computer Maintenance Technology

Cosmetology

Crime Scene Investigation

Criminal Justice

Culinary Arts

Early Childhood Education

Electrical Construction Wiring

Electronics Technology

Esthetics

Graphic Communications

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning

and Refrigeration

Industrial Motor Control

Information Technology Services

Interactive Application and Video Game

Design

Internetworking

Marine Service Technology

Masonry

Mobile Robotics Technology

Nail Care

Nurse Assisting

Photography

Plumbing

Restaurant Service

Robotics and Automation Technology

Robotics: Urban Search and Rescue

Sheet Metal

Team Engineering Challenge (MS)

TeamWorks

Technical Computer Applications

Technical Drafting

Television/Video Production

Web Design

Welding

Welding Sculpture

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT EVENTS

Action Skills

Community Action Project

Community Service

Employment Application Process

Extemporaneous Speaking

Job Interview

Job Skill Demonstration A

Job Skill Demonstration Open

Prepared Speech

Promotional Bulletin Board

T-Shirt Design

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

ACTION SKILLS

CHAIR: Marisa Albini

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 3 competitors for this event.

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Knight Campus

Sixth Floor – Orientation Room 6306 and Presentation Room 6304

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 pencil (2), 3 x 5 index card with Title of Presentation for judges, Black or Blue Ink

Pen (2)

SAFETY/ CLOTHING:

Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry. No

jeans allowed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - Contestants will NOT take PDP Test

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in

the national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you

have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean

material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be

suitable for the ceremony

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

COMMUNITY SERVICE

CHAIR: Dr. Rebecca Yount

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 am

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 3 teams for this event.

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Knight Campus

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development

Program and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in

the national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if

you have any issues.

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

All equipment, Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume, #2 Pencil (2)

SAFETY/CLOTHING:

Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry. No

jeans allowed.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean

material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be

suitable for the ceremony

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION PROCESS

CHAIR: TBA

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 3 competitors for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island –Knight Campus

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2) and Resume

SAFETY/CLOTHING:

Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry. No

jeans allowed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development

Program and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in

the national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you

have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean

material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be

suitable for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING

CHAIR: Melissa McCulloch

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 4 competitors for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Knight Campus

Presentation Room 6002, Prep Room – 6006, Holding Room - 6004

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- #2 Pencil (2), 3 x 5 Index Cards, Black or Blue ink pens (2) and Resume

SAFETY/ CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the

professional industry. No jeans are allowed

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development

Program and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in

the national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if

you have any issues.

TOPIC: Topic will relate to a current event story taken from CNN.com, USA Today or

the Providence Journal.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean

material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be

suitable for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

JOB INTERVIEW

CHAIR: Tonia Fay

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 3 competitors for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island - Knight Campus

Holding Room – 6208 and Presentation Room - 6205

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 Pencil (2), Three copies of a "real" resume real name, address, etc. and Black or Blue

Ink Pens (2)

SAFETY/ CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the

professional industry. No jeans allowed

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development

Program and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in

the national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if

you have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean

material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be

suitable for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

JOB SKILL DEMONSTRATION A

CHAIR: Tonia Klemp

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 3 competitors for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island - Knight Campus

Holding Room 6316 and Presentation Room - 6314

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2) and Resume

SAFETY/ CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of

the professional industry. No jeans allowed

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- Chapter Advisors and / or teachers will not be allowed in the contest room or area.

Silence must be observed. The contest rooms will not be available for viewing by the

public.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development

Program and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in

the national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if

you have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean

material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be

suitable for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

JOB SKILL DEMONSTRATION OPEN

CHAIR: Tonia Klemp

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 3 competitors for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island - Knight Campus

Holding Room 6312 and Presentation Room 6310

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2) and Resume

SAFETY/ CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of

the professional industry. No jeans allowed

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- Chapter Advisors and / or teachers will not be allowed in the contest room or area.

Silence must be observed. The contest rooms will not be available for viewing by the

public.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development

Program and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in

the national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if

you have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean

material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be

suitable for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

PREPARED SPEECH

CHAIR: Melissa McCulloch

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 4 competitors for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Knight Campus

Presentation Room 6002 and Holding Room - 6004

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- #2 Pencil (2), 3 x 5 Index Cards, Black or Blue ink pens (2) and Resume

SAFETY/ CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the

professional industry. No jeans allowed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you

have any issues.

TOPIC: “Champions at Work-Preparing America’s Skilled Workforce”. Go to the following

website for more elaboration on our theme: http://skillsusa.org/about/theme.shtml

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material,

"T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

PROMOTIONAL BULLETIN BOARD

CHAIR: Erin Olsen

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 4 competitors for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Knight Campus

All board should be set up in the designated area of the Great Hall

CONTESTANT PROVIDES

- #2 Pencil (2), 3 x 5 Index Cards, Black or Blue ink pens (2) and Resume

SAFETY/ CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the

professional industry. No jeans allowed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you

have any issues.

THEME: “Champions at Work-Preparing America’s Skilled Workforce”. Go to the following

website for more elaboration on our theme: http://skillsusa.org/about/theme.shtml

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material,

"T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

T-SHIRT DESIGN

CHAIR: Merry Peloquin

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed 4 competitors for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Knight Campus

Presentation Room - 6020 and Holding Room - 6016

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: 2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume

SCOPE OF THE CONTEST

The contest consists of two parts: The evaluation of the T-shirt design and an oral presentation

with questions and answers session. All contestants will be asked the same questions

determined by the judges before the start of the contest.

SKILL PERFORMANCE

The contest is designed to assess the ability of the competitor to design and produce a drawing

of that design, as well as give a presentation regarding all aspects of his or her creation of the

design.

SAFETY/CLOTHING:

Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry. No jeans

allowed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you

have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material,

"T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

OCCUPATIONALLY RELATED EVENTS

Career Pathways Showcase

Customer Service

Entrepreneurship

First Aid/CPR

Health Knowledge Bowl

Health Occupations Professional Portfolio

Medical Math

Medical Terminology

Related Technical Math

Exploratory and First Year CT Showcase**

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

CAREER PATHWAYS SHOWCASE

CHAIR: Rahsaan Gomes-McCreary

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 10, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 3 teams for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Providence Career and Technical Academy

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you

have any issues.

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume and #2 Pencil (2)

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the

professional industry. No jeans allowed.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material,

"T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

CUSTOMER SERVICE

CHAIR: Sandy Sokoll

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 3 competitors for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island - Knight Campus

Holding Room 3200

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you

have any issues.

- This event will include a 50 question online Skill Connect Assessment and a 20 question

test based on the Professional Development Program and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume and #2 Pencil (2)

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the

professional industry. No jeans allowed.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material,

"T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

FIRST AID/CPR

CHAIR: Marianne Stepanian, RN

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 3 competitors for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Warwick

Holding Room 6058, Judging Rooms 6054 & 6060

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: 3 x 5 Index Cards, #2 pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2),

Resumeand Must bring reading material (non-medical)

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the

professional industry. No school markings. No jewelry and no artificial nails or polish.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - THIS CONTEST IS OPEN TO ALL SKILLSUSA STUDENTS WITH THE PROPER

CERTIFICATION.

- Contestants will be REQUIRED to present certification credentials from a nationally

recognized source.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material,

"T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

HEALTH OCCUPATIONS KNOWLEDGE BOWL

CHAIR: Karen Mellen

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 2 teams for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island - Knight Campus

Room 1130 & 1128

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 pencils (2), 2 Black Magic Markers, 2 Different color 8 ½ x

11 paper (2 reams), Black or Blue ink pens (2) and Resume

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the

professional industry. No jeans allowed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material,

"T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

HEALTH OCCUPATIONS PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO

CHAIR: JoAnn Warren

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 3 students in this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Knight Campus

Holding Room - 6418 & Presentation Room - 6416

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2) and Resume

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the

professional industry. No jeans allowed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material,

"T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

MEDICAL MATH

CHAIR: Beverly Pepe

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 5 students for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 10:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island - Knight Campus

Bobby Hackett Theater

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2) and Resume.

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the

professional industry. No jeans allowed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material,

"T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be

suitable for the ceremony

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY

CHAIR: TBA

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 5 students in this event.

CONTEST TIME: 10:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island - Knight Campus

Bobby Hackett Theater

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2) and Resume

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the

professional industry. No jeans allowed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material,

"T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

TECHNICAL MATH

CHAIR: Beverly Pepe

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school can register up to 5 students in this event.

CONTEST TIME: 10:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island - Knight Campus

Bobby Hackett Theater

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2) and Resume

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the

professional industry. No jeans allowed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material,

"T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

Exploratory and First-Year Career & Tech Student Showcase

(State Only Contest)

CHAIR: Joyce Anderle

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Registration for this event is for exploratory and first year CTE students.

Registration is open to an unlimited amount of students for each school.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Knight Campus

All board should be set up in the designated area of the Great Hall

PURPOSE: The annual career and technical student showcase is held in conjunction with the

SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships and is an opportunity for SkillsUSA Rhode Island

members to present through a display, the application of skills and education brought about

through career and technical education.

This is a perfect event for students to showcase their skills and whom may not be able to make

the state championships, are new to SkillsUSA programs, or have a special skill or talent they

would like to present through an exhibit.

Participants compete for best in show awards and gain recognition among their peers. All

exhibits are displayed at the State Leadership and Skills Conference for judging. Participants do

not have to attend the SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships.

Contestant Eligibility Requirements/Fees: This contest is open to all exploratory and first-year

career & technical high school members. Please note that this is not a team event and is a state

only contest.

A registration fee of $10 must be included with registration form and returned by the due date.

Showcase Project Specifications:

1. Displays and Project Information

A trifold presentation board should be used to illustrate the evolution of the project from start to

finish. Participants must include a minimum of 3 examples of the connection between applied

learning and academics in relation to their exhibit.

If possible, the actual completed project should accompany the display board and report.

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2. Report Information

A report must accompany each showcase exhibit. The report must include the following

information and be covered in a clear report cover/presentation folder. Please no three ring

binders.

The report should include the following:

A) Cover Sheet

a. Student name

b. Picture of exhibit

c. Name of exhibit

B) Detailed description of the exhibit in paragraph form written by participant.

C) List created by the student on the steps followed in completing the exhibit.

D) Photographs that show the student completing the work.

E) If a finished job has been produced from raw materials, include list of all materials

used.

F) If possible, working drawings should be provided to help judges.

Before & After Contest Day: All exhibits will be set up at Community College of Rhode Island or other designated venue

from 4-6pm the day before the actual contest.

Qualified members from business and industry will do the judging. Judging will happen the

evening prior to or the morning of the SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships. During the

judging time period, the showcase area will be closed to the public. Ribbons will be posted on

each qualifying project immediately at the completion of judging. All exhibits must be retrieved

by the participant or their representative (with proper identification) by closing of the contest

day, approximately 5pm.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage:

Jeans or any jean material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony.

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PARTICIPANT’S NAME: ______________________________________________________

Scoring Detail - Total Score Guideline

16-13 - Gold Standard, 12- 10 - Silver Standard, 10 -7- Bronze Standard, 7 – 6 - Honorable Mention and

5 or below - Participation Ribbon

**If an exhibit is rated less than honorable mention, then the judges will explain why in remarks section of

exhibit score sheet. A copy of the rating sheet will be left with the exhibit

CCSS W.2,

W.4, W.5, L.1,

L.2

4 3 2 1

Grade- Appropriate

Writing

Responds skillfully to all parts of the task.

Organizes ideas and information into purposeful, coherent sentences. Consistently groups related information in a logical way. Uses linking words, phrases and clauses skillfully to connect ideas within categories of information.

Responds to all parts of the task. Organizes ideas and information into logical sentences. Groups related information most of the time. Uses linking words and phrases appropriately to connect ideas within categories of information.

Responds to most parts of the task. Attempts to organize ideas and information into sentences, but includes some incomplete sentences/fragments. Grouping of ideas lacks cohesion (ex. list-like, rambling, or repetitive). Attempts to use some simplistic linking words to connect ideas.

Responds to some or no parts of the task. Does not organize ideas and information coherently due to lack of sentences structure. Does not group related information together. Uses no linking words.

Develops and Strengthens

Writing

Utilizes precise and domain-specific vocabulary accurately throughout student writing.

Utilizes precise language and domain-specific vocabulary.

Utilizes some precise language and/or domain-specific vocabulary but minimally and/or inaccurately.

Does not utilize precise language or domain-specific vocabulary.

Develops and Applies Grade-

Appropriate Grammar

Uses purposeful and varied sentence structure.

Uses correct and varied sentence structures.

Uses some repetitive yet correct sentence structure.

Does not demonstrate sentence mastery.

Develops and Applies Grade-

Appropriate Capitalization,

Punctuation and Spelling

Demonstrates creativity and flexibility when using conventions.

Demonstrates grade-level appropriate conventions; errors are minor and do not interfere with readability.

Demonstrates some grade-level appropriate conventions, but errors may interfere with readability.

Demonstrates limited understanding of grade-level conventions, and errors interfere with readability.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

SKILLED AND TECHNICAL SCIENCES EVENTSAdvertising Design

Architectural Drafting

Automotive Service Technology

Basic Health Care Skills

Bio-Technology**

Cabinetmaking

Carpentry

CNC Milling Specialist

CNC Technician

CNC Turning Specialist

Collision Repair Technology

Commercial Baking

Computer Maintenance Technology

Cosmetology

Crime Scene Investigation

Criminal Justice

Culinary Arts

Early Childhood Education

Electrical Construction Wiring

Electronics Technology

Esthetics

Graphic Communications

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and

Refrigeration

Industrial Motor Control

Information Technology Services

Interactive Application and Video Game Design

Internetworking

Marine Service Technology

Masonry

Mobile Robotics Technology

Nail Care

Nurse Assisting

Photography

Plumbing

Restaurant Service

Robotics and Automation Technology

Robotics: Urban Search and Rescue Sheet Metal

Team Engineering Challenge (MS)

TeamWorks

Technical Computer Applications

Technical Drafting

Television/Video Production

Web Design

Welding

Welding Sculpture

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

ADVERTISING DESIGN

CHAIR: Andrew Schupack

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 24, 2017

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 students for this event.

CONTEST LOCATION: William M. Davies, Jr. Career and Technical High School

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume, #2 pencil (2), USB Storage Device for

saving project, Rulers, Masking tape, Assorted pencils, Ink and assorted technical pens, Eraser, Cutting tools

(razor blades, X-ACTO knife, mat knife and scissors), Assorted felt tip markers, 14" x 17" visualizer pad, 14" x

17" tracing pad, Any additional desired medium for sketches, rough layouts and comprehensives, Additional

tools or art supplies desired by the contestant to complete the project as approved by the technical committee.

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- Students will be using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign CS5. Additionally, Adobe Acrobat Pro 9

will be used for PDF workflow.

- No Clip-Art will be allowed. The committee will provide all of the Clip-Art needed for production.

- All competitors will be using IMAC computers.

- Any school that would like to tour the lab please contact Mr. Joe Fantozzi at [email protected].

- Lunch is provided.

- No observers are allowed. Instructors and contestants may view finished product only. No comments should

be made by anyone.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program and SkillsUSA

Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using an assessment from

www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the national SkillsUSA

Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards (http://www.skillsusa-

register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE:

**Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, and halter-tops. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will

also be suitable for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING

CHAIR: Jonathan Harris

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 17, 2017

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 students for this event.

CONTEST LOCATION: Johnson & Wales University – School of Technology Academic Center,

Room A518 - 138 Mathewson Street Providence

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: All necessary drafting equipment, #2 Pencil (2), Architectural Template,

Architectural Graphic Standards, et al. (not required, at student’s discretion), Calculator, Resume and

Black or Blue Ink Pen (2)

SAFETY/CLOTHING: No clothing that bears the name of and school that a contestant is from will be

allowed. Competitors must look neat and professional.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- Newest AutoCAD Release will be used. Any software other than Release 2013 may require the

student to bring his/her own computer loaded with software to be used.

- Students bringing their own computers should plan on arriving no later than 7:30 a.m. for setting up

equipment.

-Any software other than AutoCAD 2013 must be DXF compatible.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program and

SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using an

assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the national

SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards (http://www.skillsusa-

register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE: **Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on

stage: Jeans or any jean material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY

CHAIR: Bob Kennedy

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 10, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school can register up to 3 students from each school. The host site can

register up to 20 students.

CONTEST TIMES:

7:30 am –Coventry, East Providence, Providence, Warwick

8:30 am – Chariho, Davies, Newport, Woonsocket

11:30 am – New England Tech.

CONTEST LOCATION: New England Institute of Technology – Access Road Campus

Automotive Technology Building

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: Safety Glasses or Goggles, DVOM Meters (optional), Black or Blue ink

pens (2), Resume and #2 pencil (2).

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional

industry.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - Contest includes AC workstation, Brakes, Diagnostics, Information Retrieval, Engine Performance,

Alignment, Engines, Electrical and Emissions.

- Contestant must provide resume.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program and

SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using an

assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the national

SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards (http://www.skillsusa-

register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE: **Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on

stage: Jeans or any jean material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

BASIC HEALTH CARE SKILLS

CHAIR: Heidi Warner

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 students for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Warwick Campus

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: 3 x 5 Index Cards, #2 pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume,

Materials for tabletop demonstration, Must bring reading material (non-medical)

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional

industry. White uniforms or SkillsUSA blue scrubs, no school markings.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - Talking in holding room is not allowed

- Clean white sneakers will be allowed.

- National rules will be followed for tabletop prepared presentation

- Each school must send 2 students to act as a patient. Please have patient wear short sleeves. The

patients will be briefed in the holding room. 2 patients will be assigned in each area. NO student will be

a patient for a student from the same school. No patients are needed for the prepared presentation,

- No jewelry and no artificial nails or polish.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program and

SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using an

assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the national

SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards (http://www.skillsusa-

register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE: **Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on

stage: Jeans or any jean material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be suitable

for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

BIOTECHNOLOGY – STATE ONLY CONTEST

CHAIR: Dr. Aimee Dufresne

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 17, 2017

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 5 teams of 2 competitors for this event.

CONTEST LOCATION: John J. Bowen Center for Technology and Innovation

75 Chestnut Street, Providence

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- Supplies required for gel preparation: distilled water (30-50ml for gel and 250-350ml for running

buffer- depends on size of chamber), gel casting tray from the electrophoresis chamber, comb: number

of wells will depend on the kit protocol – TBA, hotplate/stirrer, balance to mass out agarose

powder/weight boat, small glass beaker, graduated cylinders (10ml and 100ml), thermometer, aluminum

foil, beaker tongs, safety goggles/glasses, and

- Supplies required for Electrophoresis: electrophoresis chamber and power source. (Schools may share

with approval from the Chair.

- Micropipette Supplies: 5-50 µl range pipette and tips and 100-1000 µl range pipette and tips

- Materials Required for Staining and Visualization: UV Tran-illuminators, staining trays, SYBR Safe

(need to purchase from EDVOTEK Cat #608 $25.00 makes 750 ml)

- Digital Camera and USB to capture and print image of the gel

TECHNICAL COMMITTEE PROVIDES:

- Electrophoresis Kits: including agarose powder, stock concentration of Buffer and DNA samples

The DNA kit will be one of the following:

identifying the restriction enzyme cleavage patterns of DNA

determining the size of DNA restriction fragments

DNA Fingerprinting: comparing crime scene and suspect DNA

DNA Paternity Testing Simulation

Detecting a cancer gene

Detecting the gene for Sickle Cell Disease

Detecting of Mad Cow Disease

Cholesterol diagnosis

DNA Based screening for Small Pox

- A color printer to print out the image of the gel

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SAFETY/CLOTHING:

Students must wear business casual and a lab coat during the contest, no jeans will be allowed. Students

must also have safety glasses and gloves.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- Contestants will take a test based on SkillsUSA’s Professional Development Program. The test will be

scored as a tiebreaker.

- Parking on the street is available. URI will only validate parking in the RI Convention Center Garage.

CONTEST SCHEDULE:

Arrival 8:30 am

Contest Briefing 9:00 am

Preperation of an Agarose Gel (20 Minutes)

Casting the gel/Electrophoresis chamber set up (25 Minutes)

Running Buffer Preparation (10 Minutes)

Loading the samples into the wells (15 Minutes)

Running the Samples (40 Minutes)

Staining Gel & De-staining (45 Minutes)

Gel Visualization and Analysis (25 Minutes)

Reporting their Findings (10 Minutes)

Clean – up/Debrief (15 Minutes)

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 pm (Please be punctual)

The Vets in Providence

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02903

Parking is available at the Providence Place Mall or on the street.

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE: Contestants wearing the following will not be allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, and halter-tops. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate,.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championship

CABINETMAKING

CHAIR: Joseph Sepe

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 10, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register up to 2 students for this event. Due to

space limitations the lab cannot accommodate more than 6 students. If registration exceeds 6 total

the online test score will be used to determine who moves forward to the state contest.

CONTEST TIME: 8:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: New England Institute of Technology – Post Road Campus

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 Pencil (2), Claw Hammer, Paper, Combination Square, Block

and/or Rabbet Plane, Utility Knife and Blades, Scratch Awl, Safety Glasses, Push Stick, Finish

Sander and 80-150 grit paper, Carpenter's Rule or Tape, 1/4" - 3/4" Chisel Set, 4 Parallel Jaw

Clamps (not exceeding 42"), Glue Bottle w/Quick-Dry Glue/Glue Brush, Glue Scraper, 1/4" - 3/8"

Electric Drill or Cordless w/ Battery Backup, Drill Index up to 1/4" Diameter, Phillip's Screw

Driver No. 6 for Dry Wall Screw, Counter Sink Bit No. 6 x 1-1/4" Dry Wall Screw (To Take a 3/8"

Diameter Wood Plug), Compass 6" Diameter, Calculator, Laminate Trimmer with Flush Trim Bit,

Laminate Roller, File for Laminate, Finishing Hand Saw, Coping Saw, Nail Sets, Black or Blue ink

pens (2) and Resume.

ADDITIONAL TOOLS WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE CONTEST AREA. LATENESS IS NOT

TOLERATED! POINTS WILL BE DEDUCTED.

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Strict safety precautions will be observed. Students must have appropriate

clothing for the industry, safety glasses or goggles. Hard sole shoes must be worn. (NO

SNEAKERS). No loose fitting clothing. Hair shoulder length or longer must be worn in a ponytail.

No rings, bracelets, or necklaces.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program and

SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using an

assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the national

SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards (http://www.skillsusa-

register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE: **Contestants wearing the following will not be

allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be

suitable for the ceremony

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

CARPENTRY

CHAIR: Dan Ducharme

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 students for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Knight Campus – Great Hall

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 Pencil (2), Cotton Drop Cloth, Two (2) Saw Horses, Cordless

Circular Saw, Any Hand Saws, Claw Hammers (1 Trim and 1 Framing), One (1) Set Chisels (1/4' to

1"), Rafter Square, Folding Rule and/or Steel Tape Measure, Mitre Box or Free-Hand Cut (Wood or

Plastic No Metal) and Back Saw, Utility Knife or Hook bill Knife (Optional), Wrecking Bar or

Gooseneck Pinch Bar (Optional), Coping Saw and Extra Blades, Cat's Paw (Nail Puller), One Each

1/32", 2/32", and 3/32" Nail Sets, Straight Aviation Snip or Any Metal Cutting Snips, Any Short

Length Spirit Level, Block plane, Combination Wood Rasp and File, Stair Gauges (Optional),

Combination Square and/or Speed Square, Calculator, Nail Apron, Black or Blue ink pens (2) and

Resume

NOTE: POINTS WILL BE DEDUCTED FOR UNAUTHORIZED TOOLS AND LATENESS.

LATENESS.

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Strict safety precautions will be observed. Students must have appropriate clothing for the industry,

safety glasses or goggles. Hard sole shoes must be worn. (NO SNEAKERS)

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program and

SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using an

assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the national

SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards (http://www.skillsusa-

register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE: **Contestants wearing the following will not be

allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire will also be

suitable for the ceremony.

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CNC TECHNICIAN (Milling and Turning)

CHAIR: Briar Dacier

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 24, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 6 students

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM

CONTEST LOCATION: William M. Davies, Jr. Career and Technical Academy

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- 3/8 HSS End Mill, 2 Flute

- 3/8" min, ½" max, HSS blank tool bit (lathe)

- Safety glasses or goggles

- Calculator

- #2 Pencil (2)

- Trig. Formular Book

- Black or Blue ink pens (2)

- Resume

SAFETY/ CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- No radios, headphones or electronic devices.

- All tools will be provided by host site.

- Digital readout will be used if there is enough for all contestants.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate

for any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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COLLISION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY

CHAIR: Manuel Couto

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 10, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 6 students in this event

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: New England Institute of Technology – Access Road Campus

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: Flat and Pick Hammers, General Purpose Dolly to Carry Tools,

Metal Grinder, Body File, Clear Safety Goggles, Welding Gloves, Air Tool Amflow #21 Fitting 1

Male and 1 Female by Camel, Rubber Block Sander, Air Sanders: Board and DA, Body Picks and

Spoons, Cartridge Type Respirator (Charcoal or Equivalent), Particle Masks, HVLP Spray Gun

(Siphon Tube or Gravity Fed), Blow guns (Dust off tools), Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume and

#2 Pencil (2)

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Strict safety precautions will be observed. Students are required to wear work shoes/boots

(NO SNEAKERS), plain dark "T" shirts, clean jeans with no rips or tears and safety glasses or

goggles. (TO BE WORN AT ALL TIMES DURING CONTEST)

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- Toolboxes will be checked at the pre-contest meeting.

- Contestants will be required to do plug, stitch, seam/spot welding using MIG welding equipment.

- No oxyacetylene welding will be done.

- Students will be required to gauge and analyze a uni-body car to determine structural damage.

- Using Arnwood gauges, which will be set on vehicle, students will use the symbols on the

diagram to analyze damage. Students must read the #2 and #3 base gauges, the #1 gauge, and the

strut tower gauge.

- Students will be required to do a written estimate on the damaged vehicle.

- Clean-up will be included in the scoring.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program and

SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment on theory.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the national

SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards (http://www.skillsusa-

register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 24, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE: **Contestants wearing the following will not be

allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

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COMMERCIAL BAKING

CHAIR: Chef Christina Harvey

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 17, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school can register up to 2 students for this event

CONTEST TIME: 8:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Johnson & Wales University – Harborside Campus

Center for Culinary Excellence Building

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: no pre-mix icings, Pastry tips for decorating as preferred, Scissors,

Rose Nail, Serrated Bread Knife, French Knife, Paring Knife, Pastry wheel (pizza cutter), Different

shape dough cutters, Bench scraper, Pallet Knives, resume, Black or blue ink pens (2) and #2 pencil

(2)

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Tied shoes or clean sneakers, Chef Jacket or White Shirt, White, Black or

Checkered pants, Apron, Side Towels - 2 or more, Gloves will be available.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- No Neckerchiefs.

- No jewelry (earrings, bracelets, etc. and no visible body jewelry). Watch/wedding rings allowed.

- No make-up

- No Ipods or phones out in the bake shop.

- No piping gel, No pre-made cake garnishes, No pre-colored icing, No rolling pins, No pastry

brushes, No stainless steel bowls, No cake circles and No doilies.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program and

SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using an

assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the national

SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards (http://www.skillsusa-

register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have any issues.

HOST SITE PROVIDES: Cake Pedestal, Alum. Pie Tins, Muffin panitone cups, Plastic pastry

bags, Baking paper sheets, Dough for rolls, All ingredients will be provided for items prepared on

sight, Apple pie fillings, 1 10" cakes, But R-Cream (JAR’s) Cream for icing & Muffin Papers, (2)

9” cake boards, (1) 10 “ gold cake board and electric scales.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE: **Contestants wearing the following will not be

allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

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COSMETOLOGY

CHAIR: Paula McCarthy

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 17, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 students for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Providence Career and Technical Academy – Cosmetology Lab

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- Blow Dryer, Combs/Brushes, Towels and Spray Bottle/Water/Gallon

- Mannequin & Stand Debra or Marianna, CLiC, Brittany (H/C),

- Pivot Point Vanessa 18” (Long)

- Curling Iron/Flat Iron/Electric Rollers

- Cutting Implements (Shears, Razors, Thinning Shears)

- Styling Products of Choice

- Black or Blue ink pens (2) and #2 Pencil (2)

- Resume

SAFETY/ CLOTHING:

SEE CLOTHING SECTION OF THE NATIONAL TECHNICAL STNADARDS

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- Equipment check before contest begins.

- State Association will provide 2 pictures of the hairstyles for the mannequin

- No wetting of the hair between daytime and evening style

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is

appropriate for any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the

ceremony.

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COSMETOLOGY

TIME: Arrival at 8:00 AM; contest begins at 8:30 AM-SHARP

SITE: Providence Career and Technical Academy

DATE: Friday, March 17, 2017

*****************************************************************************

*The contest day schedule is as follows:

8:00 AM ARRIVAL

8:30-8:45 AM Setup 15 minutes

8:45-9:00 AM Briefing 15 minutes

9:00-10:30 AM Set/Evening Style 90 minutes

10:30-11:15 AM Judging of Evening Style

Wet/Blunt Cut 45 minutes

11:15-12:00 PM Lunch 45minutes

12:00-12:45 PM Wet/Razor Cut 45 minutes

12:45-1:00 PM Judging of Razor Cut 15 minutes

1:00 – 1:30 PM Finger Dry 30 minutes

1:30 – 1:45 PM Judging of Finger Dry 15 minutes

1:45 - 2:00 PM Clean/Departure

NOTES:

1. Chairman will provide 3 professional judges for the contest. This must be confirmed by

February 1.

2. SkillsUSA Knowledge Test is the first tiebreaker. Second tiebreaker will be the cut. All

judges scores will be used in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th tie breaker.

3. No hairpieces or ornaments will be allowed in the day or evening style. Earrings may be

used.

4. Each school will solicit prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winner from among their list of

vendors. Prizes must be reported by February 1 to be included in awards programs.

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COSMETOLOGY Page 3

COSMETOLOGY CONTEST DEVIATIONS

1. The SkillsUSA Rhode Island Cosmetology contest will be an open contest, meaning that

the contestant must do any type of style with any length of hair on model for blow dry

style.

2. The SkillsUSA Rhode Island Cosmetology contest will follow the National SkillsUSA

Cosmetology guidelines.

3. Judges will provide 2 simple (views) explaining the haircuts. Judges will check cut

against picture. Pictures will be provided on the day of the contest.

4. Students must cut according to style provided, portion of the contest. Student may use

sheers for the blunt cut and razor for the layer cut. Schools will provide a long hair,

(18") blonde new mannequin and stand.

5. The host site will provide the following items: vanities, mirrors, styling chairs, and hair

dryer. Schools will provide mannequins and RI SkillsUSA will reimburse

6. Each contestant will provide all other items including blow dryer, curling iron, cutting

implement, etc.

7. There will be a contest briefing prior to the contest.

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CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION

CHAIR: Mike Pezzullo

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 10, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 teams of 3 for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: New England Institute of Technology - Access Road Campus

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: Please refer to the rules in the national SkillsUSA

Technical Standards for a list of items needed. Students will also need Black or Blue ink pens

(2), Resume, #2 Pencil (2).

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Students should dress reflective of the industry. Jeans are not allowed.

Students must have safety goggles at all times.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants,

halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for

any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE

CHAIR: TBA

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 10, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 students for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Knight Campus

Holding Room – 6066 and Contest Room - 6068

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: Please refer to the rules of the national SkillsUSA Technical

Standards for a list of items needed. Students will also need Black or Blue ink pens (2),

Resume, #2 Pencil (2).

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Students should dress reflective of the industry. Jeans are not allowed.

Students must have safety goggles at all times.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants,

halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for

any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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CULINARY ARTS

CHAIR: Chef Russ Zito

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 17, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 2 students for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Johnson & Wales University – Harborside Campus

Center for Culinary Excellence Building

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: French Knife, Boning Knife, Paring Knife, Tourner Knife, Spatula, Cook's Fork, Serrated Bread

Knife, Knife Steel, Tools of the trade (nonelectrical) no mandolin and pepper grinders allowed,

Probe Thermometer, Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume,

#2 Pencil (2)

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Hair Net, Tied Shoes or Clean Sneakers, Chef Jacket or White Shirt, White, Black or Checked

Chef Pants, Apron, Side Towels (2 or more), Gloves will be available and judging will occur

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- No Neckerchiefs.

- No Jewelry (earrings, bracelets, etc.). Only watch and wedding rings allowed.

- No Makeup.

- Contest to run 6 - 7 hours, plan for a late pick up.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants,

halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for

any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

CHAIR: Pam Testoni

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 students for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: CCRI - Knight Campus

Holding Room – 6008 and Contest Room – 6010

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: - A small box (shoe box) containing: (Boxes will be checked as contestant enters the site)

Adult scissors, Glue Stick and/or Tape, Pencils, Box of crayons, Ruler, Glue, Regular box of 8

color markers

- Resume, Black or Blue ink pens (2), #2 Pencil (2)

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry. No jeans

allowed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- Students may bring books other than childcare to read while in waiting area.

- No electronic devices are permitted.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment on

theory.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code once again this year. No jeans, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, halter-tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate

for any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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Early Childhood Education cont. page 2

PURPOSE: To give Child Care students the opportunity to demonstrate competence in developing and

presenting a concept that is appropriate for pre-schools as a basic skill of their field.

RULES:

1. The contest is open to Child Care students in a CTE program of study on the secondary

or post-secondary level who are members of SkillsUSA Rhode Island.

2. Each contestant will have 1 hour to plan, print and prepare the presentation, storybook,

and visual aid for transitional activities.

3. The theme will be given to the contestant at the contest site.

4. The printed plan will be collected, and submitted to the judges before the presentation.

5. The presentation will be timed. The contestant will be given 3 to 4 minutes to give their

presentation to two to three adults (adults are optional). Adults represent the preschool

children (these adults may or may not be Judges). A penalty of 5 pts. Will be deducted

for each 30 sec. or fraction thereof over 4 minutes. A one minute warning will be given.

6. The presentation will consist of conducting a lesson in front of judges. You will be

judged on your ability to adapt your lesson plan to 3 or 4 year olds.

7. The lessons will be based on one of the following themes:

Refer to Technical Standards page 286.

A. The lessons should include objectives such as, but not limited to or including all:

*Fine Motor Skills *Gross Motor Skills

*Language Skills

*Following Directions *Sequencing

B. The theme of the lesson does not have to match the storybook topic.

8. The lesson will be printed on the lesson plan outline provided.

9. The lesson will be developed and presented using an accepted technique appropriate for

nursery school children.

10. Judges should not mix with students before competition.

11. Contestants will be given a case situation that will allow them to change their lesson plan

as specified.

12. This change will be presented in an oral presentation to the judges.

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Early Childhood Education cont. page 3

REQUIRED CONTEST PERSONNEL:

Contest chairperson and technical committee members.

8. Three to five judges, certified in Early Childhood Education.

9. Two timekeepers and stopwatch.

PROCEDURE FOR JUDGES:

10. The judges will have no contact with the students prior to meeting them at the actual

competition site. The judges must currently be involved with young children either as a

student teacher or a librarian teacher. The names of the judges must be submitted at

least two weeks before the date of the competition. Judges must attend a pre-contest

workshop prior to the state competition.

11. Judges will report 15 minutes before the start of the competition for final instructions.

12. Judges will be supplied with rating sheets and become familiar with the procedures.

Comments may be written on lesson plans.

13. Judges are asked not to discuss contestant’s scores. Judges will confer after judging.

14. Competition Chair will answer questions for the judges.

15. Judges will be given lesson plans for each student with numbers that correspond to the

rating sheets. Judges will know students by number only.

16. Judges will return rating sheets to the chair after the judging is completed. All

information will be kept confidential until the Awards Program. All rating sheets and

lesson plans will be put into a large envelope and given to a state SkillsUSA

representative at the site.

17. Competitors will be identified by number only. The competitor should use their first

name only when introducing themselves to the judges.

18. There will be no observers, other than judges, in the contest room during the contest.

PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS:

19. Students will assemble at the competition site at the announced time for last minute

instruction.

20. Students will be given their contestant number.

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Early Childhood Education cont. page 4

21. Students will write out their lesson plans and submit their lesson plans to the chair. The

identification number should be written directly on the lesson plan. The lesson plan

should follow the format shown.

22. Student will be given a case situation to adapt the lesson plan. (Judge’s Question)

23. Students will have three to four minutes to present the adapted lesson plan to the judges.

24. Students will take a SkillsUSA /PDP Knowledge test

25. Students may use first names only with judges.

EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS NEEDED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

EQUIPMENT AND MATERIAL NEEDED

1. SUPPLIED BY THE CONTESTANT:

A. TYPICAL SUPPLIES SUCH AS CONSTRUCTION PAPER, SCISSORS, GLUE,

TAPE, PASTE, GENERAL ART SUPPLIES, NEWSPRINT, STAPLES AND A

STAPLER, RULERS, MARKERS, CRAYONS, PENCILS, (BOTH ADULTS

AND CHILDREN’S), PAPER TOWELS AND A HOLE PUNCHER.

2. SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS MAYBE BROUGHT BY CONTESTANT.

HOWEVER, CONTESTANTS MUST BRING ENOUGH MATERIALS FOR

ALL OTHER CONTESTANTS:

B. SUGGESTIONS- CLAY, JARS (DIFFERENT SIZES), WATER, COLOR, PAINT,

STRAWS, YARN OR STRING, WALLPAPER, BOOK, PAPER BAGS (LUNCH

SIZE), TISSUE PAPER, ALUMINUM FOIL, STYROFOAM TRAYS, EGG

CARTONS, POPCORN, INDEX CARDS, POSTER BOARD, TOOTHBRUSHES,

PIPE CLEANERS, PLASTIC CONTAINERS,POPSICLE STICK, NOODLES,

FLANNEL, ELASTICS, TIN CANS, SPONGES, SPOOLS, BOXES,

CHALK, SALT, CUPS, SPLIT PEAS, OAK TAG, Q-TIPS, BUTTONS, MAGAZINES,

PAPER PLATES.....

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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

SkillsUSA COMPETITION

LESSON PLAN

AREA_________________ CONTESTANT NUMBER_________

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Use proper printing.

2. Fill in each category.

ACTIVITY_______________

PURPOSE (objectives): List 2

1.

2.

EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES -List all supplies and any equipment required for your lesson:

PROCEDURE- List the steps involved in your lesson

QUESTIONS FOR PRESENTATION- List 2 questions to ask the children about your lesson:

1.

2

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Early Childhood Education Rating Sheet

Transition & Story Book Reading

Judge_____________________________

ITEMS EVALUATED CONTESTANT NUMBER

Transition & Story Book Reading

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PERSONAL QUALITIES:

-Grammar

-Voice

-Poise

-Attitude

TECHNIQUES:

- Attention Getting

- Voice as a teaching tool

(timing, diction, inflection, and projection)

- Opportunities for children to interact

- Time Penalty

TOTAL POINTS

(Story Book Reading)

Scoring Rubric

0-1 Poor

2-5 Fair

6-10 Good

11-15 Excellent

16-20 Outstanding

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Early Childhood Education Rating Sheet - Curriculum Writing Test

Judge_____________________________ Curriculum Writing

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LESSON PLAN:

- Printing, Spelling, Neatness

- Four Areas of Lesson Plans completed correctly

- Age appropriate teaching methods as outlined in

“Considerations for early childhood educators...NAEYC”

- Age appropriate goals and/or concepts as referred to in

NAEYC

- Does the procedure and use of materials support goals?

PERSONAL QUALITIES:

- Grammar, Voice, Poise, Attitude

-Knowledge of preschool teaching philosophy regarding inclusion and diversity (Judge’s Question)

PRESENTATION TECHNIQUES: - Attention Getting

- Closing/Summation

PRESENTATION TECHNIQUES: - Presentation supported goals

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- Opportunities presented for children to interact with materials - Opportunity construct their own learning as opposed to

teacher-directed instruction

ORIGINALITY/CREATIVITY

LESSON MATERIALS - Geared to the age, ability and

developmental needs of preschool children - Designed to provide a variety of learning experiences

TIME PENALTY

TOTAL POINTS (Curriculum Writing)

Grand Total

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ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION WIRING

CHAIR: Paul Westrom

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 10, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 students for this event

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: New England Institute of Technology - Access Road Campus

Room A1: Residential Wiring Lab

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

National Electrical Code, Multimeter (volt, ohm, amp) or equivalent voltage and continuity

tester, Hacksaw, Pencil (2), Permanent Marker, Black or blue ink pen (2), Tool pouch or med.

size toolbox or bag, Electrician’s knife, Electrical tape, Diagonal pliers, Side cutters, Needle

nose pliers, Pump pliers (Channel locks), Torpedo level, Assorted flat blade screwdrivers,

Assorted Phillips screwdrivers, Measuring tape and/or folding ruler, Wire strippers, ½” EMT

bender, Armored cable cutter (Roto-split), Cordless electric hand drill w/extra battery, #2

Phillips bits and flat bits, Claw hammer and Resume

Note: There will be a penalty of 1 point per missing tool

SAFETY/CLOTHING:

Students should dress reflective of the professional industry. Contestant should dress in clean,

plain t-shirt or work shirt; clean work pants with no rips or tears; safety work shoes/boots;

safety glasses/goggles*. No jewelry (rings, watches, bracelets or necklaces) to be worn in the

contestant area. *Prescription safety glasses can only be used if they are equipped with side shields. If not, they

must be covered with goggles)

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

Contest consists of:

A. Residential Wiring: (anyone of the following or combination thereof)

1. Wiring methods using RX, AC, MC

- Switches: Single pole, 3 way, 4 way

- Receptacles: Live, Split, Switch

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2. Conduit bending using EMT- 90, offset, back-to-back, saddle

3. Service Entrance Installation

4. Low voltage wiring methods

- Doorbell/chime

B. Written Code test - possible use of Code Book

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, halter-tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate

for any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY

CHAIR: Albert DiFazio

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 24, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 students for this event

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: William M. Davies, Jr. Career and Technical High School

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- #2 Pencil (2), Wiring Kit (optional), Calculator, Proto board, Hand Tools, Operating- Digital

Multimeter, BNC Test Cables (3), Black or Blue Ink pens (2), Resume, Safety Glasses

- Fresh and Spare Battery Tested for:

1. Voltage Measurements 2. Resistance Measurements 3. DC Current Measurements

SAFETY/ CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- No radios, headphones or electronic devices.

- No school name or logos on tools/ boxes or meters.

- Contestants are responsible for determining whether or not their tools and equipment function

properly before the contest.

- All contestants may do an onsite evaluation and or familiarization with the oscilloscopes,

function generator and power supplies that will be used for the contest.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate

for any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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ESTHETICS

CHAIR : Kerin Smith

CONTEST DATE : Friday, March 17, 2017

CONTEST TIME: 8:30

REGISTRATION: Each school may register 3 teams of 2 for this event

CONTEST LOCATION: Providence Career and Technical Academy

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume, Model for Daytime and Evening

Application, Mannequin with shaved head and no makeup for Fantasy application,

Professional Makeup Brushes, Disposable applicators, Headband, hair clips, or ponytail

holders to keep hair back, Foundation Makeup, Concealer, Eye shadow, Eyeliner, Eyebrow

pencil, Powder Blush or other cheek color, Lipsticks, Lip liners, Lip gloss, Tweezers,

Scissors, Water Bottle/Spray Bottle, Mascara, Loose/Pressed Powder, Disinfecting

Agent/Hand Sanitizer, Fantasy Makeup supplies necessary for your creation., White Towel,

Short Makeup Cape (White or Black), Portable Kit Organizer for Transport, Cotton/Q-

Tips/Sponges, Rhinestones, Bowl with water, Facial Cleansers and Lotions, Handheld or

portable mirror, Fast Drying Brush Cleaner, Light (optional)

CONTEST THEME: “Flora and/or Fauna” is the theme the Fantasy Portion

CONTEST INSTRUCTIONS:

- Initial preparation will be prejudged before the start of the contest at the contest site. Setup can

only consist of items needed for the specific contest application in progress.

- Time will be allotted between each contest to reset table.

- All products and solutions must be properly identified with the manufacturer’s original

packaging and original labeling. Product labels cannot be defaced. Required implements and

products must be accounted for and professionally organized. Proper control and usage of

product and tools will be expected at all times.

- Floor monitors/judges will assess sanitation/disinfection procedures throughout contest.

MODEL INSTRUCTIONS:

- Model must remove all face, neck, and ear jewelry prior to contest.

- Models must be in dress appropriately and have hair pulled away from face with white

headband.

- Model must have a clean, cosmetic-free face.

- Model does not take Theory Test

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Esthetics cont.

DAYTIME MAKEUP APPLICATION

All work must be completed by hand.

- Base (1-5 points)

- Proper use and application of Concealer, Loose/Pressed Powder, or Liquid Foundation.

- No lines, demarcation, dark circles, orange hues, covered blemishes properly, and evenly

applied.

-Cheeks (1-5 points)

- Proper use and application of rouge.

- Blends with model’s skin tone.

- Eyes (1-5 points)

- Proper use and application of eye products.

- Black or Brown Mascara, eye shadow, top lid eyeliner.

- Lips (1-5 points)

- Proper use and application neutral color lip liner and lipstick.

- Color matches model’s skin tone.

FANTASY MAKEUP APPLICATION

ALL artwork must be completed during the fantasy makeup application. Reference picture must

be provided. NO PREP WORK ALLOWED.

Makeup application cannot go beyond ears, must stop before hairline and finish above the chin.

Props, such as hair ornaments, wigs and jewelry, may be used in the fantasy section but will not

be considered in the judging. Chair will give contestant time to add final props to fantasy time

will be allocated accordingly.

Items allowed:

- All make up products designed for use on face, Grease or Acrylic Paint, False Eyelashes,

Rhinestones, Feathers and Glitter, Theatrical Accessories

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS - This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

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Esthetics cont.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE:

The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted.

Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion; however, acceptable business attire

will also be suitable for the ceremony.

SCHEDULE:

8:30 – 9:00 Setup

9:00 – 10:00 Daytime Application

10:00 – 10:45 Evening Application

10:45 – 11:15 Lunch

11:15 – 12:15 Fantasy Application

12:45 – 1:15 Breakdown/Clean Up

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GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS

CHAIR: Bob Nangle

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 24, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 4 students in this event.

CONTEST TIME: 7:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: William M. Davies, Jr. Career and Technical High School

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume & Apron

SAFETY/ CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - Instructors will clean press if paper gets caught in the press

- Students will use InDesign

- Cutting calculation will be included

- Please arrange a visit to the classroom with Joe Fantozzi

- Students must bring USB - Format MAC

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts in Providence

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T"

shirts, stretch pants, halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress

is appropriate for any occasion; however, business attire is also acceptable.

STATE CONTEST INCLUDES:

1. Production Planning – 60 Minutes

2. Oral Professional Assessment - 30 Minutes

3. Finishing - 20 Minutes

4. Digital Workflow - 30 Minutes

5. Offset Press - 45 Minutes

6. Technical Knowledge Test

7. Electronic Publishing/Desktop - 60 Minutes

8. Contestants will perform a digital printing demonstration.

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HEATING, VENTILATION, A/C and REFRIGERATION (HVACR)

CHAIR: Brian Sullivan

EVENT DATE: March 10, 2017

ARRIVAL TIME: 8:30 am

EVENT LOCATION: New England Tech – Post Road Campus

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 4 students.

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: Required tool list will be provided prior to February 1.

CONTEST COMPONANTS:

1. Soldering/Braising (50 mins.)

2. Electrical Schematic (30 mins.)

3. LPC to energize light bulb (20 mins.)

4. Installing/Removing Gages (20 mins)

5. Recovering/Recharging an AC Unit /Demonstrate Evacuate Procedure only (40 mins.)

6. Super heat/Super cooling (30 mins.)

7. Ice Machine Service Call (20 mins.)

SAFETY AND CLOTHING:

Appropriate pants, sleeved shirts, work shoes/boots and safety glasses with side shields or

goggles. (Prescription glasses can be used only if they are equipped with side shields. If not,

they must be covered with goggles.)

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- Contestants may not speak to one another or instructors during the competition. - No iPods or electronic devices

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

DRESS CODE:

The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, halter-tops, or any jean material will be permitted.

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INDUSTRIAL MOTORS AND CONTROLS

CHAIR: Stephen Brady

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 24, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 students.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

CONTEST LOCATION: IBEW Local Union #99

Joint Apprenticeship Training School

40 Western Industrial Drive

Cranston, RI 401-946-9908

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

-Long-nose pliers, Wire strippers, Knife, Assorted flat blade and Phillips screwdrivers, Rule or

measuring tape, Hacksaw, Torpedo level, Electrical tape, 1/2 “EMT conduit bender, Multi

meter, Supplies for drawing ladder diagram (pencil, straightedge, etc.), Black or Blue ink pens

(2), #2 Pencil (2)

CONTEST COMPONENTS:

1. Troubleshooting Test

2. Part Identification

3. Piping

4. Ladder Diagram

5. Lab Operation

Students who need additional time can do so at the expense of the following Section

PART I TROUBLESHOOTING 8:30 – 9:00

Student troubleshooting shall consist of either a written test or hands on demonstration

Competitor with be judged on the following criteria

Anticipating meter readings in a variety of applications

PART II PARTS IDENTIFICATION 9:00 – 10:00

STUDENT SHALL IDENTIFY THE FOLLOWING ITEMS

Student should be able to identify electrical control components

That could be used in developing control circuit.

Competitor with be judged on their knowledge of following criteria

Answering questions about A VARIETY OF MOTOR CONTROL DEVICES

PART III PIPING 9:00 – 10:00

Student shall perform piping tasks including pipe cutting accuracy and procedures, bending

accuracy and safe work practices

Competitor with be judged on their ability to perform the following criteria

Bending offsets, stubs, saddles 3 and 4 bend and back to back bend configurations

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INDUSTRIAL MOTORS AND CONTROLS cont.

PART IV LADDER DIAGRAM 10:00 – 10:30

Student shall develop the necessary control logic in ladder form for the machine operation

identified in the contest. The student shall demonstrate proper use of symbols and wiring

conventions

Competitor with be judged on their knowledge to develop the following criteria

Using labels, proper diagramming techniques, identifying components and accurately

completing a solution to a motor control problem.

PART V MOTOR CONTROL LAB 10:30 – 12:00

The student will wire a lab based on the circuit used for the control drawing

Competitor with be judged on their Skill to wire using the following criteria

Completion time, accuracy to follow direction, completeness and operation

SAFETY CLOTHING:

Appropriate pants, sleeved shirts, leather work shoes and safety glasses with side shields or

goggles. (Prescription glasses can be used only if they are equipped with side shields. If not,

they must be covered with goggles.)

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - No cell phones or electronic devices.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE:

The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate

for any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA RHODE ISLAND CHAMPIONSHIPS

Judge Please Sign Name Below

Industrial Motors & Controls

_________________________

Contestant Number

Item Evaluated Item

#

Possible

Points

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Troubleshooting

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20

Parts Identification

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20

Piping

3

20

Ladder Diagram

4

20

Lab Operation

5

20

Resume/Application**

20

SkillsUSA

Theory Test**

20

Total Score

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

CHAIR: Tony Rashid

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register up to 3 students for this event.

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Knight Campus

Contest Room 2066 + 2067

TECHNICAL COMMITTEE PROVIDES: All Materials, Schematics and equipment required

for contest.

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 Pencils (2), Basic Hand Tools. (Including three or four Phillips-

head screwdrivers), Anti-static wrist strap w/alligator clip end. Straps must be in proper working

order. Test equipment., (Digital multi-meter), Diagnostic software w/proof of ownership such as

original disk or original license fee, or proof of software release into public domain. (Freeware),

One Computer related reference book. Classroom textbook is not allowed. Virus detection software

with proof of ownership as described above., Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume and Rescue Disk

for all operating systems.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- No power tools allowed or I-pods.

- Diagnose and resolve software problems.

- Properly install, configure, and demonstrate proper operation of devices within computer

cabinet.

- Properly utilize anti-static straps.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

AWARDS CEREMONY DRESS CODE: **Contestants wearing the following will not be

allowed on stage: Jeans or any jean material, "T" shirts, stretch pants, and halter-tops.

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INTERACTIVE APPLICATION & VIDEO GAME DESIGN

CHAIR: James McClure

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 10, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register up to 3 teams of 2 students for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: New England Institute of Technology – East Greenwich Campus

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume, Calculator

- Each team provides a laptop and power cord

SAFETY/CLOTHING:

- Contestants should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of professional industry. No jeans, “T”

shirts, stretch pants, halter-tops, or any jean material will be permitted.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- No radios, headphones or electronics devices will be permitted.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program and

SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a theory assessment either completed ahead

of time or at the contest.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the national

SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards (http://www.skillsusa-

register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants, halter

tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion;

however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

INTERNETWORKING

CHAIR: Charlene Pelski

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 students for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island - Knight Campus - Room 2060

TECHNICAL COMMITTEE PROVIDES:

-Computer workstation for written portion of the contest.

-Cisco Routers and V.35 cables

-All other supplies or test equipment not specifically

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- Pencils (#2), Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume, Cable terminating tool, Cable tester, 10 Base

T hub (minimum 4 ports), Safety Glasses

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - No radios or cassettes head-phones or electronic devices.

- In the design problem, contestants will be required to develop an internetworking proposal for

a specific set of customer requirements.

-The hands-on evaluation will include a structured cabling component and a router

configuration exercise.

-The written evaluation will test the contestant’s overall knowledge of internetworking and will

include questions representative of the four semesters of the CCNA program.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE:

The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, T- shirts, stretch

pants, halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate

for any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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MARINE TECHNOLOGY

CHAIR: Ted Chamberlain

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 10, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 4 students.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: New England Tech – Access Road Campus

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume

SAFETY/CLOTHING:

Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - No radios, headphones or electronic devices.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

STATIONS:

1. Electrical 2. Welding/Plasma Cutting/Grinding 3. Knot Tying 4. Precision Measuring 5. Four Stroke Engine Parts ID 6. Compression Testing

AWARDS CEREMONY:

March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE:

The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, halter-tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is

appropriate for any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the

ceremony.

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MOBILE ROBOTICS

CHAIR: Mike Ogilvy

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 teams of 2 for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Warwick Campus

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: Please refer to the national SkillsUSA Technical Standards

for a list of items needed. Students will also need Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume, #2

Pencil (2).

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Students should dress reflective of the industry. Jeans are not allowed.

Students must have safety goggles at all times.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants,

halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for

any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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NAIL CARE

CHAIR: Jonette Aurelio

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 17, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register 3 teams of 2 for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Providence Career and Technical Academy

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume

SAFETY/CLOTHING:

Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - No radios, headphones or electronic devices.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE:

The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, halter-tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate

for any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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SkillsUSA RHODE ISLAND CHAMPIONSHIPS

Nail Care Competition

Contestant Number

Items Evaluated

Possible

Points

Initial Preparation (To be judged before start of Acrylic

App.)

160

Acrylic Application (one hour allotted)

150

Gel Application

(Left Hand) (one hour allotted)

150

Lacquer/Polish Application

(Right Hand) (one and a half hour allotted)

60

Flat Nail Art Application

(Left Hand) (one and a half hour allotted)

120

Professionalism/Organizational

Skills -Cleanliness/Organization

-Safety and Sanitation

-Communication and Listening Skills

90

Subtotal

730

Clothing Penalty

Up to 5

pts.

TOTAL

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NURSE ASSISTING - 28

CHAIR: Heidi Warner

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 students for this event

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Warwick Campus

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: - Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume, #2 pencil (2), Must bring reading material (non-medical)

SAFETY/ CLOTHING:

- Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry.

- White uniforms or Official SkillsUSA Blue Scrubs, no school marking of any kind. -No colored nail polish, artificial nails, or visible pierces.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- No talking will be permitted in holding room

- Students should review First Aid/CPR.

- No radios, headphones or electronic devices.

- Each school must send 2 students to act as a patient.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, halter-tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate

for any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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PHOTOGRAPHY

CHAIR: Kristen Smith

CONTEST DAY: Friday, March 24, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 4 students

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 A.M.

CONTEST LOCATION: William M. Davies, Jr. Career and Technical High School

CONTESTANT/SCHOOL PROVIDES:

- #2 Pencil (2)

- Black or blue ink pens (2)

- Resume

- Digital SLR, Memory Card (512 mg is min), extra batteries

- On-camera Flash & light meters (encouraged but not mandatory)

- USB Memory card reader/adapter

- Jump Drive (recommended but not required)

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- NO radios or headphones or electronic devices

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development

Program and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question

assessment using an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you

have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony has a dress code again this year. NO jeans, “T” shirts, stretch pants,

halter-tops, or any jean material permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any

occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony, and

competition

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Photography, page 2

Part 1: Field Assignment / Contact Sheet (Digital SLR required)

Students will go on assignment and capture images that relate to a “theme”. Students

will choose images from their Field Assignment and create a 8 x 10 contact sheet with 8

images using Adobe Photoshop’s “Automate” function. Students must demonstrate their

ability to stay within the parameters with respect to: Location, Theme, Time Limit and

Technical and artistic proficiency

Part 2: Conceptual Design Students can let their imagination run wild as they create a

conceptual (Fine Art) piece. Students will use their chosen contact sheet images from the Field

Assignment, layer them and work them together to produce something unique. Very

few parameters are given and judging is based on creativeness, use of standard rules of art

& design and mastery of Photoshop skills.

Part 3: Trouble Shooting Digital Images

Students must correctly identify common problems in the processing/printing of digital

images (i.e. blooming, jpeg artifacts, noise, color fringing, etc...)

Part 4: Digital Manipulation

Students will be required to complete a digital image manipulation project using the computer

provided by SkillsUSA and any version of Adobe Photoshop from version 7.0 and up

Part 5: Print Competition

SEE National SkillsUSA Technical Standards

Part 6: Job Interview

**NOTE: This is a Photography competition and not Graphic Design. Any image presented that

goes far beyond the capabilities of traditional film photography in terms of its image

manipulation, points will be deducted. In short, if we can produce the image using film,

negative retouching & print spotting, then the image is acceptable. Over use of layering, text,

liquefy tool, etc... will be evaluated.

ITEMS REQUIRED BY STUDENT

1. Digital SLR, Memory card (512 mg min.), extra batteries

2. On-camera Flash & light meters (encouraged but not mandatory)

3. USB Memory card reader/adapter

4. Jump Drive (with resume loaded for submission)

5. Hand held light meter (can share)

ITEMS PROVIDED BY SKILLSUSA

1. PC’s with Photoshop

2. Lighting equipment for lighting portion of contest

3. Access to the Website for submissions ant testing.

Any questions, please contact the State Director, Joshua Klemp at [email protected] and

they will be forwarded to the contest chair.

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PLUMBING

CHAIR: TBA

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 18, 2017

REGISTRATION: TBA

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Providence Career and Technical Academy

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: Please refer to the national SkillsUSA Technical Standards

for a list of items needed. Students will also need Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume, #2

Pencil (2).

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Students should dress reflective of the industry. Jeans are not allowed.

Students must have safety goggles at all times.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants,

halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for

any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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RESTAURANT SERVICE

CHAIR: Mary Bodensiek

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 17, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 students for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Johnson and Wales University – Harborside Campus, Center for

Culinary Excellence

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: - Black or Blue Ink Pen (2), Resume, #2 Pencil (2), Pad

SAFETY/ CLOTHING:

Please refer the national SkillsUSA Technical Standards for clothing rules/regulations.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- Schools must bring 1-2 additional students to act as guests.

- No radios, headphones or electronic devices.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, halter-tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is

appropriate for any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the

ceremony.

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ROBOTICS: URBAN SEARCH AND RESCUE

CHAIR: Edd Spidell

CONTEST DATE: Tuesday, March 21, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 teams of 2 for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island – Warwick Campus

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: Please refer to the national SkillsUSA Technical Standards

for a list of items needed. Students will also need Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume, #2

Pencil (2).

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Students should dress reflective of the industry. Jeans are not allowed.

Students must have safety goggles at all times.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants,

halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for

any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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ROBOTICS AND AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY

CHAIR: Ed Spidell

CONTEST DATE: Tuesday, March 21, 2017

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Cranston Area Career & Technical Center

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2) and Resume

SAFETY/ CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: - No electronic devices.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T" shirts, stretch

pants, halter-tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is

appropriate for any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the

ceremony.

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SHEET METAL

CHAIR: TBA

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 17, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 6 students for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Providence Career and Technical Academy

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: Please refer to the national SkillsUSA Technical Standards

for a list of items needed. Students will also need Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume, #2

Pencil (2).

SAFETY/CLOTHING: Students should dress reflective of the industry. Jeans are not allowed.

Students must have safety goggles at all times.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants,

halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for

any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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TEAMWORKS

CHAIR: Lawrence Carr

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register 1 team for this event

CONTEST TIME: 8:00 AM

CONTEST DATE: March 20 - 21, 2017

CONTEST LOCATION: Lowe’s Home Improvement Store – Warwick

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- All equipment, Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume and #2 Pencil (2)

SAFETY/CLOTHING:

Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants,

halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for

any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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TECHNICAL COMPUTER APPLICATIONS

CHAIR: Jason Kayarian

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 11, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register up to 3 students for this event

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 A.M. Organizational Meeting, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Test, 10:00-1:00 PM Hands-on Practical

Exam

CONTEST LOCATION: New England Institute of Technology – East Greenwich Campus

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2) and Resume

SAFETY / CLOTHING: Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the

professional industry.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- No radios, headphones, or Ipods.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program and

SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the national

SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards (http://www.skillsusa-

register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants, halter

tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion;

however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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TECHNICAL DRAFTING

CHAIR: Christopher Vascancelos

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 10, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed to register up to 3 students for this event.

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: New England Institute of Technology – East Greenwich Campus

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- #2 Pencil (2), Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume, Calculator

- Any computer-aided design reference books, software manuals, published technical drafting reference

books, and tables.

SAFETY/CLOTHING:

- Contestants should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of professional industry. No jeans, “T”

shirts, stretch pants, halter-tops, or any jean material will be permitted.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- No radios, headphones or electronics devices will be permitted.

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program and

SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using an

assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the national

SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards (http://www.skillsusa-

register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have any issues.

- Contestants will demonstrate their ability to perform technical drafting skills and competencies as

follows: Orthographic views, Auxiliary views, Section views, Dimensioning and tolerancing (including

geometric dimensioning and tolerancing), Detail and assembly drawings, Fasteners and hardware,

Materials and specifications.

SOFTWARE ISSUES:

New England Tech will provide AutoCAD, Inventor 8, or SolidWorks for this contest. Any other

software will require the contestants to bring their own computer and must be DXF compatible.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants, halter

tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for any occasion;

however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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TELEVISION (VIDEO) PRODUCTION

CHAIR: Norm Grant

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 3 teams of 2 for this event

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: New England Tech. – East Greenwich Campus

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: - All equipment, Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume and #2 Pencil (2)

SAFETY/CLOTHING:

- Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants,

halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for

any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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WEB DESIGN

CHAIR: TBA

CONTEST DATE: Friday, March 10, 2017

CONTEST TIME: 8:30 am

REGISTRATION: Each school is allowed up to 3 teams of 2 for this event.

CONTEST LOCATION: New England Institute of Technology – East Greenwich Campus

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question theory

assessment,

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

WEB SITE THEME:

Students must redesign the web site of a non-profit.

CONTESTANT PROVIDES:

- All equipment, Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume and #2 Pencil (2)

SAFETY/CLOTHING:

Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants,

halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for

any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony.

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Welding

CHAIR: Mike Forte

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 11, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 4 students for this event

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Local #51 – East Providence

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: - All equipment, Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume and #2 Pencil (2)

SAFETY/CLOTHING:

- Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook. In addition, there will be a 50-question assessment using

an assessment from www.workforcereadysystem.org.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants,

halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for

any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony

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SkillsUSA Rhode Island Championships

Welding Sculpture

CHAIR: Mike Forte

CONTEST DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2017

REGISTRATION: Each school may register up to 4 students for this event

CONTEST TIME: 9:00 AM

CONTEST LOCATION: Community College of Rhode Island- Knight Campus

Holding Room – 6064 and Contest Room - 6062

CONTESTANT PROVIDES: - All equipment, Black or Blue ink pens (2), Resume and #2 Pencil (2)

SAFETY/CLOTHING:

- Contestant should dress in appropriate clothing reflective of the professional industry. No

jeans allowed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

- This contest will include a 20-question test based on the Professional Development Program

and SkillsUSA Leadership Handbook.

- Please review the scope of contest and the contest guidelines sections for this event in the

national SkillsUSA Technical Standards. Follow this link to access the standards

(http://www.skillsusa-register.org/CRC/CRCLogin.aspx). Contact the state office if you have

any issues.

AWARDS CEREMONY: March 29, 2017 at 6 PM. (Please be punctual)

The Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium

One Avenue of the Arts

Providence, RI 02905

DRESS CODE: The Awards Ceremony will have a dress code again this year. No jeans, "T-shirts, stretch pants,

halter tops, or any jean material will be permitted. Official SkillsUSA dress is appropriate for

any occasion; however, acceptable business attire will also be suitable for the ceremony