Subject Areas
Northwest Technical Institute
Prerequsites: none
Hours of academic credit: 4
592360 NWTI AST 1123 Engine Performance I 592350 NWTI AST 1006 Automotive Electrical I 590440 NWTI AST 1033 Brake Systems 5932370 NWTI AST 2206 Suspension and Steering This one-year program introduces students to basic automotive diagnosis and repair. The program holds a current certification from the ASEEF (ASE Education Foundation) and classes cover ASE certification areas. This program promotes leadership development, community involvement, and personal growth through SkillsUSA. Upon completion of the course, a student may continue at NWTI as a post-secondary student for further training. NWTI diploma credit will be awarded to students who successfully pass the course with a 70% or greater. This program represents four of the nine courses required for a diploma in Automotive Service Technology. Certification opportunities: 10 ASE Student Certifications: Steering/Suspension, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Engine Performance, Engine Repair, Automatic Transmission, Manual Drive Train, Heating/Air, Maintenance & Light Repair, Automotive Service Technology; Two SP2 Safety Certifications: Mechanical Pollution Prevention, Mechanical Safety. Note: For students who enter the program as a senior and elect to continue a 2nd year of this program after graduation, the cost for one semester of additional coursework is waived. Location(s): NWTI Springdale Main Campus (PM only) WBCCC: Gravette Campus (AM & PM)
Prerequsites: none
Hours of academic credit: 3
Certified Nursing Assistant Program (CNA): Designed to meet the industry driven demand for Certified Nursing Assistants. This course provides the student with an introduction to healthcare, didactic instruction, hands on skills and clinical training. Specifically, basic nursing skills including vital signs, personal care skills and Alzheimer’s and Dementia training are covered. This course prepares the successful student to sit for the Arkansas Certified Nursing Assistant Exam. Location(s): NWACC Center for Health Professions, Bentonville (AM & PM) DTSOI, Springdale Campus (PM) Patient Care Assistant (PCA)+: Prerequisite: Successful completion of CNA course. Program is designed to provide advanced patient care techniques and impart the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to excel as a vital member of the healthcare team. This course expands on the student’s knowledge of healthcare and introduces advanced patient care skills through hands-on lab and clinical training at area hospitals. Students will also explore healthcare legal and ethical issues. Successful completion of this program will allow students to sit for State Licensure by taking the Prometric exam for the Nursing Aide Program, and a Certificate of Proficiency from NWACC. Location(s): NWACC Center for Health Professions, Bentonville (AM & PM) DTSOI, Springdale Campus (PM)
Prerequsites: none
Hours of academic credit: 6
590310 NWACC CMJS 2013 Introduction to Criminal Justice 590750 NWACC CMJS 2033 Criminal Law & Society 593531 NWACC CMJS 2043 Criminal Procedures 590730 NWACC 2003 Law Enforcement in Society 590740 NWACC CMJS 2343 Crime Scene Investigations 593530 NWACC CMJS 2053 Criminal Investigations Bentonville Schools High School Course Catalog, January 2023 Page 91 Students gain an overview of law and employment opportunities with a concentration in law enforcement, corrections, and private security. Students who successfully complete this one-year program can earn up to eighteen (18) college credit hours and a Certificate of Proficiency in Law Enforcement. Learning opportunities include: Introduction to Criminal Justice, Foundations of Law Enforcement, Crime Scene Investigations, Criminal Law, Practical application of handcuffing, search & seizure, use of force, and weapon retention. Certification opportunities: Federal emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Training, American Red Cross/American Heart Assn. CPR and Defibrillator Training, US Department of Homeland Security Industrial Control Systems Cyber Emergency Response Team Virtual Learning Portal for Cybersecurity. Location(s): NWACC Main Campus, Bentonville (PM)
Prerequsites: none
Hours of academic credit: 3
592510 NWACC DNT 1014 DENTAL Science I 592520 NWACC DNTA 1213 Dental Assisting Procedures I 59253D NWACC DNTA 1512 Preventative Dentistry Dental Assistants are an integral part of the dental care team and increase the efficiency of the dentist in the delivery of oral health care. In addition to computer and clerical skills, dental assistants are proficient in patient care, dietary counseling, monitoring vital signs, administering and monitoring nitrous oxygen, taking impressions, and providing post-operative care and instructions. Learning opportunities include: Basic Dental and Dental Pharmacology Terminology/Procedures, HIPPA, Infection Control/Disease Pathology, Dental Professionalism. Internships will be provided in area offices under the guidance of dentists and assistants in the community. Certification opportunities: CPR Healthcare Provider BLS from the AHA, Certificate of Proficiency of Dental Assisting, and a Certificate of Proficiency from NWACC. Students must be able to provide their own transportation to and from the various clinics. Location(s): NWACC Main Campus, Bentonville (AM)
Prerequsites: none
Hours of academic credit: 5
592390 NWTI DTT 3002 Introduction to Diesel PMI 590450 NWTI DTT 1505 Introduction to Diesel Brakes 590460 NWTI DTT 1005 Introduction to Diesel Electrical Systems 592320 NWTI DTT 1806 Light Diesel Lab (2 CR) Program of study will help prepare students to become adept at analyzing truck component failure, servicing the components, and troubleshooting. Students will develop an awareness of the importance of preventative maintenance and high-quality workmanship to diagnose, repair, and service heavy-duty diesel equipment. The Diesel and Truck Technology Department strives to teach employability skills as well as technical skills. Learning opportunities in: electrical systems operation and diagnostic concepts, precision measurement tool operation, pneumatic/hydraulic systems and diagnostic concepts, diesel engine construction and theory of operation, introduction to diesel PMI, electrical systems, brakes and light diesel lab. Certification opportunities: ASE student certifications in Air Brakes/Systems, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Steering/Suspension, Diesel Engine Diagnosis; SP2 Safety Certifications: Diesel Shop Safety Environmental Safety, Soft Skills, Resume Creator, Ethics for the Service Industry; Trucklite Electrical Technician Certification (virtual), Forklift Operation/Certification (virtual). Note: For students who enter the program as a senior and elect to continue a 2nd year of this program after graduation, the cost for one semester of additional coursework is waived. Location(s): DTSOI Springdale Campus (AM & PM)
Prerequsites: none
Hours of academic credit: 5
590640 NWTI HVC103 Introduction and Services 590650 NWTI HVC102Air Distribution and Heating 592470 NWTI HVC203 Troubleshooting I 490660 NWTI HVC204 Troubleshooting II 593480 NWTI HVC 104 Cooling/AC Refrigeration Program provides training for students interested in a career in HVAC. It provides knowledge and skills relevant to HVAC technicians, and incorporates energy efficiency and green installation techniques. The coursework can help prepare students for the EPA Exam; and offers participants the opportunity to take the exam during their time in the program. Courses combine classroom and hands-on lab experience taught by qualified experts in the trade. Learning opportunities include: Fundamentals of Indoor Air Systems, Controls as Applied to Indoor Air Systems, and Applied Indoor Air Systems. Certification opportunities: students completing this course may sit for the EPA exam. Location(s): WBCCC, Gravette (AM)
Prerequsites: none
Hours of academic credit: 8
590860 NWTI WLLD 1004 Introduction to Welding 590890 NWTI WLD 1404 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 590870 NWTI WLD 1254 Shielded Metal Arc Welding 590880 NWTI WLD 2104 Gas Metal Arc Welding 593180 NWTI WLD 1204 Welding Concepts 592670 NWTI WLD 2203 Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding 593190 NWTI WLD 2303 Welding Techniques 592700 NWTI WLD 2404 Welding Application Lab Welding is a high-tech industry with a program designed to help prepare students who have a desire to enter the field of welding. The curriculum is based on the American Welding Society standards to ensure students meet current industry standards. Students who complete the course will be able to read blueprints, do layouts, and cut and weld metal. This program promotes leadership development, community involvement, and personal growth through SkillsUSA. Learning opportunities include: MIG welding, ARC welding, gas metal welding, shielded metal ARC welding, and metal fabrication. Certification opportunities: OSHA 10, American Welding Society (AWS). Note: For students who enter the program as a senior and elect to continue a 2nd year of this program after graduation, the cost for one semester of additional coursework is waived. Location(s): WBCCC Gravette Campus (AM & PM) NWTI Springdale Main Campus (AM & PM)
Prerequsites: none
Hours of academic credit: 3
BIKE 1003 Introduction to Bicycle Mechanics BIKE 1013 Basic Bicycle Mechanics BIKE 1023 Bicycle Braking Systems BIKE 1033 Bicycle Drivetrain Systems BIKE 1043 Ball Bearing Systems ENGL 1013 Composition I (English credit—replaces English IV) MATH 1003 Survey of Technical Math OR higher (Math credit—replaces fourth year math) BIKE 2013 Bicycle Wheel Repair and Assembly BIKE 2023 Suspension Systems BIKE 2033 Electric Bikes BIKE 2043 Service Department Operation COMM 1013 Public Speaking (Comm, credit—replaces Professional Comm IV) BADM 2513 Business Organization and Management Biking is a growing industry in Bentonville, the Mountain Biking Capital of the World. This program is designed to help prepare students who have a desire to work in the field of bike assembly and repair. Students who complete the course program will earn a technical certificate in bike assembly and repair. Students will explore all areas of bicycling, including brakes, suspensions, wheel repair, ball bearings, business management, and the components of electric bikes. Location: NWACC Bentonville Campus (AM & PM)