The Area Technical School program is hosted at, and by, Jefferson College. Each year, a limited number of students are afforded the opportunity to develop hands-on experience and technical skills in several fields. Many of these programs including industry recognized certifications and on-the-job learning experiences. Click the video to learn something about everything ATS at JeffCo has to offer.

Priority enrollment is given first to those continuing their programs that are in good standing with JeffCo and Grandview R-II, then by class from Senior to Sophomore.

Automotive Technology is a Seniors only program, and is only held in the A.M.

Automotive Technicians most often inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks. The instruction in Automotive Technology begins with Automotive Shop Safety. In this course the student will complete an on-line curricula plus jack and properly support vehicles. In addition, the student will use twin post frame contact lifts and runway ramp style lifts with swing arm jacks. The proper use of bench grinders, power tools and power shop washers will be covered as the pertain to the automotive shop.

The Biomedical Sciences program is open to Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

The Project Lead the Way Biomedical Sciences Program is a sequence of courses which follows proven hands-on, real-world problem-solving approach to learning. Students explore the concepts of human medicine and are introduced to bioinformatics, including mapping and analyzing DNA. Through activities, like dissecting a heart, students examine the processes, structures and interactions of the human body — often playing the role of biomedical professionals to solve mysteries

Building Repair Technology is open to Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors, during both the A.M. and the P.M. *

The Building Repair Technology program prepares students to be skilled building repair technicians. Students are provided experience in assembly, installation, maintenance, and repair of systems within residential and commercial buildings. Classroom and laboratory instruction include opportunities for students to work with metals, wood, stone, brick, glass, concrete, and composition substances. The student will also learn installation and repair of various mechanical and electrical systems and the proper use of a variety of hand and power tools as well as how to read blueprints and follow technical specifications. Students will also receive the opportunity to learn various welding techniques.

Culinary Arts is open to Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors, during the A.M. and the P.M. *

This course is designed for the student who wishes to learn the culinary arts and prepare for a career in food preparation in a hotel, club, or restaurant environment. With an emphasis placed on the fundamentals of the culinary arts, the student will also learn the fundamentals of restaurant and banquet service.

Digital Media is open to Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors, during both the A.M. and the P.M. *

The Digital Media Technology Program combines classroom experience with real-world projects; this interdisciplinary program is designed for students seeking employment in information technology careers, including, but not limited to: graphic design, photography, web design, digital media and motion creation, photo manipulation, and drone aviation. Some of the software programs used to gain this experience include: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Premiere.

Early Childhood is open to Juniors and Seniors. First year students attend classes in the A.M. Second year students attend classes in the P.M. *

This program provides students with the background and professional competencies necessary for employment in the field of early childhood care and elementary education.

Instruction topics include:

• Child Health

• Nutrition & Safety

• Infant/Toddler Care

• Principles of Child Growth & Development 

Fire Science is a Seniors only program and is only offered during the A.M.

The Fire Science/EMS Technology program introduces students to a career as a full-time or
volunteer firefighter.
Firefighter I and II covers a variety of topics, including fire protection characteristics, fire behavior, types
of building construction & the impact of fire on buildings, extinguishing agents used, water supply, fire
streams, ground ladders, forcible entry, auto extrication, community risk reduction, and hazardous
materials.

The Biomedical Sciences program is open to Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

The Project Lead the Way Biomedical Sciences Program is a sequence of courses which follows proven hands-on, real-world problem-solving approach to learning. Students explore the concepts of human medicine and are introduced to bioinformatics, including mapping and analyzing DNA. Through activities, like dissecting a heart, students examine the processes, structures and interactions of the human body — often playing the role of biomedical professionals to solve mysteries

Health Services is open to Juniors and Seniors at least 16 years of age or older at the time of enrollment. Health Services is offered during both the A.M. and the P.M. *

The instruction in Health Services is designed to provide specific educational experiences essential for development of skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for employment in existing and emerging health occupations. Each student will develop understanding and skills in basic nursing practice as they apply to the duties of a nurse’s aide.

HVAC is open to Juniors and Seniors. First year HVAC students attend A.M. classes.  Second year HVAC students attend P.M. classes. *

Over the first two semesters in the HVAC program, the student will take four classes: Basic Electric, Sheet Metal, Principles of Refrigeration, and Piping and Design.

Metal Fabrication is open to Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors, during both the A.M. and the P.M. *

Metal Fabrication provides students with specialized learning experiences in metal work. Students are prepared to assume the duties of an all-around metal worker capable of fabricating and assembling a variety of metal products in many industries. The program is comprised of three components: sheet metal, machining and welding.

Precision Machining Technology (formerly known as Computer Integrated Manufacturing) is a Seniors only program and is offered only in the A.M. 

In this program, students will learn integration in industrial manufacturing which is the key to providing high precision and intricate machined metals parts into the world’s growing demand for extremely technical design. With the assistance of computer-aided drafting and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) the gap between manufacturing and engineering tightens. The results of this integration are higher standards of precision and quality along with programming, set-up, and machine cycle time reduction of CNC machining centers and turning centers.

Residential Carpentry is open to Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors, during both the A.M. and P.M. *

Residential Carpentry is a pre-apprentice course designed to provide graduates with entry-level skills in a variety of construction trades. Instruction will include tool usage and safety, safety on the work site, construction materials, floor framing, wall and ceiling framing, roof framing, roofing materials, windows and doors, exterior finish, insulation, and interior finish.

Welding Technology is open to Juniors and Seniors, during both the A.M. and the P.M. *

The instruction in Welding Technology will progress from basic gas and arc welding through advanced arc, gas metal arc (MIG), gas tungsten (TIG) and advanced welding techniques. Instruction in Industrial Math, Industrial Blueprint Reading, an Introduction to Metallurgy and Dimensional Metrology (precision measuring equipment) are also included.