P-TECH Academy 2021-2022

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Riverside High School

Home of The P-TECH Academy

In a Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH), students earn a high school diploma, an industry-recognized certification, college credits for an associate's degree, and gain relevant work experience in a growing field. It is important to note that these courses are taught in three-hour blocks (morning or afternoon) at the Riverside High School campus. All courses are articulated for college credit and lead into Industry Certifications. 

Program of Study

Architectural design includes the advanced knowledge of the design, design history, techniques, and tools related to the production of drawings, renderings, and skilled models for commercial or residential architectural purposes. This course is a two-year program where students learn various tasks and skills required for employment in the architectural industry. Students gain advanced knowledge and skills needed to enter a career in architecture and construction or preparing a foundation towards a post-secondary degree in architecture, construction science, science drafting, interior design, and landscape architecture.

PTECH Architecture students

Students in the Diesel Technology course will learn to function and maintain diesel engines. Rapid advances in diesel technology have created new career opportunities and demands in the transportation industry.

Diesel Equipment Technology includes knowledge of the function, diagnosis, and service of diesel equipment systems. This course provides the advanced knowledge, skills, and technologies required for employment in transportation systems.

PTECH Diesel Technology students