AGRICULTURAL
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
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ALL SYSTEMS
011000 Applied
Agricultural Science and Technology Credit: 1/2
This course enhances the
agricultural comprehension of beginning students in Agricultural Science and
Technology. The course includes the study
of soils, plants, animals, agricultural construction, and food science. Students are instructed in parliamentary
procedures to develop leadership skills.
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
013010
Agricultural Science & Technology Career Preparation Mentoring Credit: 1
013020
Agricultural Science & Technology Career Preparation I Credit: 2-3
013030
Agricultural Science & Technology Career Preparation II Credit: 2-3
This work-site learning course
provides training in specific agribusiness careers. Classroom learning and work-site learning
provide career and related training by alternating group and individual
instruction in the classroom with the work-site training experiences at an
approved agribusiness training station in the local community.
Grade: 11-12
Agri. Science & Technology
Career Preparation Mentoring Prerequisite:
none
Agri. Science & Technology
Career Preparation I Prerequisite: none
Agri. Science & Technology
Career Preparation III Prerequisite:
Agricultural Science and Technology Career Preparation I
ENVIRONMENTAL AND NATURAL RESOURCES
011100 Wildlife
and Recreation Management Credit
: 1/2
This course examines the
importance of wildlife and outdoor recreation with emphasis on using wildlife
and natural resources. Hunter safety
certification is an option that requires a $10.00 testing fee.
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: none
HORTICULTURE
012200
Landscape Design, Construction, and Maintenance Credit: 1/2
This course focuses on developing skills in the
design, construction, and maintenance of planted areas. Students learn the employability
characteristics of a successful worker in the modern workplace. Students also learn to identify environmental,
aesthetic, and financial benefits of landscaped sites while performing landscape
business procedures. Students analyze
the cost and maintenance of tools, equipment, and structures used in the
landscape industry.
Grade: 10-12
011210
Horticulture Plant Production Credit: 1/2
This course develops skills in
the production of greenhouse/nursery plants and the maintenance of plant growth
and propagation structures. Students
learn the employability characteristics of a successful worker in the modern
workplace. They classify and identify
plants produced for use in horticulture and identify basic plant structures and
physiological processes used in plant production. Students also compare the cost and
maintenance of tools, media, equipment, and structures used in horticultural
plant production.
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: none
013220
Horticulture I Credit: 1-3
013230
Horticulture II Credit: 1-3
This laboratory-oriented
develops skills in the various technical areas of the horticulture industry,
preparing individuals to perform horticulture-related skills. The course emphasizes greenhouse and nursery
crop production; landscaping; floral design; and fruit, nut, and vegetable crop
production. Instruction will include
information on career opportunities, leadership activities, and record keeping
practices related to the horticulture industry.
Grade: 11-12
Horticulture
I-Prerequisite: Horticulture Plant
Production or Landscape Design
Horticulture II-Prerequisite: Horticulture I
MECHANIZED AGRICULTURE
011300
Introduction to Agricultural Mechanics Credit: 1/2
This course introduces basic
theory and specialized skills in agricultural mechanics. Students will develop skills including tool
identification and safe use, carpentry, electricity, plumbing, masonry,
fencing, painting, metal working, and welding processes.
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
012310 Home Maintenance and Improvement Credit: 1/2
This course develops the
skills and knowledge needed to improve and to maintain the urban or rural home
and adjacent buildings. Students will
analyze repairs and use approved safety techniques.
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Introduction to Agricultural Mechanics
012320
Agricultural Metal Fabrication Technology Credit: 1/2
This course develops skills in
metal equipment assembly and joining processes. Students learn the
employability characteristics of a successful worker in the modern
workplace. Students also learn metal
joining technology and processes relating to assembly of equipment in
agricultural mechanics operation.
Students will use appropriate bench metal techniques and will plan and
perform cost-effective construction techniques.
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Introduction to Agricultural Mechanics or
Applied Agricultural Science
012330
Agricultural Power Technology Credit:
1/2
This course develops skills in
selection, operation, and maintenance of small air-cooled engines,
multi-cylinder engines, hydraulic motors, electric motors, and agricultural
machinery and tractors.
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Introduction to Agricultural Mechanics
013340
Agricultural Mechanics I Credit: 1
013350
Agricultural Mechanics II Credit: 1
This laboratory-oriented
course introduces the scientific principles, concepts, and skills necessary in
agricultural mechanics. The course
emphasizes soil and water conservation, electrification, concrete and masonry
construction, building planning and construction, small engine and agricultural
equipment maintenance and repair, and oxyfuel and electric cutting and
welding. Instruction will include
information on career opportunities, leadership activities, and record-keeping
practices related to the industry. A
strong emphasis will be placed on welding skills.
Grade: 11-12
Agricultural Mechanics
I-Prerequisite: Introduction to
Agricultural Mechanics
Recommended: Agricultural Metal Fabrication and
Agricultural Power Technology
Agricultural Mechanics
II-Prerequisite: Agricultural Mechanics
I
FOOD AND FIBER PRODUCTION
011400
Plant and Animal Production Credit: 1/2
This course provides
principles of animal and plant production and the management of soils as
related to agriculture. Student will
learn the employability characteristics of a successful worker in the modern
workplace. Students also will study the
importance and influence of soils, soil fertility, and soil conservation to
society. Instruction will focus on the
importance of plants and animals and their influence on society.
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
011410
Specialty Agriculture Credit: 1/2
This course emphasizes the
selection, production, and marketing of specialty enterprises. Instruction will include record- keeping,
integrated systems, career opportunities, and leadership.
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
012420
Animal Science Credit: 1/2
This course develops knowledge
and skills pertaining to the nutrition, reproduction, health and management of
domestic animals.
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Plant and Animal Production
Recommended: Biology I or concurrent enrollment
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
011500
Agricultural Communications Credit: 1/2
In this course, students will
identify career development and entrepreneurship opportunities in the field of
agricultural communications. Students
will use appropriate spoken, written, and visual communications skills in
preparing and delivering agricultural communications.
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
011510 Personal
Skill Development in Agriculture Credit: 1/2
This comprehensive course is
designed to develop agricultural leadership, citizenship, and cooperation. Instruction includes such topics as personal
development, employee-employer relations, and group and interpersonal
communication skills.
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
BUSINESS/OFFICE
EDUCATION
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021000
Keyboarding Credit: 1/2
In this course, students apply
technical skills to address business applications of emerging
technologies. Students enhance reading,
writing, computing, communications, and reasoning skills and apply them to the
business environment. Students learn to
apply the proper keyboarding technique to input data when using the computer or
typewriter keyboard. The students format
and print documents and apply correct techniques for the touch-system of
operating the keyboard to develop speed and accuracy.
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
021010
Recordkeeping Credit: 1
In this course, students
identify the rights and responsibilities of consumer credit. They demonstrate an understanding of personal
financial management and apply mathematical processes to solve business
problems. Students research the
components of productivity and explain the concepts of integrity and
confidentiality as related to the business environment.
Grade: 9 -12
Prerequisite: None
022020 Business
Computer Information Systems I Credit: 1
051050 Business
Computer Information Systems I (CTED) Credit: 1
This course develops
technology skills with applications to personal or business situations focusing
on word processing, spreadsheets, databases, telecommunications, desktop
publishing, presentation management, networking, operating systems, and
emerging technologies.
Grade: 9-12
BCIS I Prerequisite: None
BCIS I (CTED)
Prerequisite: ARD Placement
023030 Business
Computer Information Systems II Credit: 1
023040 Business
Computer Information Systems II (Work-Based Learning) Credit: 2 - 3
This course provides advanced technology skills
required in the business environment.
The course presents workplace technology standards in applications of
word processing, spreadsheets, databases, telecommunications, desktop
publishing, presentation management, networking, operating systems, and
emerging technologies. The BCIS (MOUS)
option gives students the opportunity to earn certification as a Microsoft
Office® User Specialist.
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Business Computer Information Systems I
022050 Business
Computer Programming I Credit: 1
022060 Business
Computer Programming II Credit: 1
These courses focus on
structured programming and analytical problem-solving skills; develop advanced
programming skills, with emphasis on methodologies, algorithms, and data
structures; investigate programming languages and operating systems; analyze
computer systems through programming applications; and examine confidentiality
and security of information as well as employment opportunities in various
business environments. A good math
background is critical.
Grade: 10-12
Business Computer Programming
I-Prerequisite: None
Business Computer Programming
II-Prerequisite: Business Computer
Programming I
Business Computer Programming
II (Work-based learning)-Prerequisite:
Business Computer Programming I
023080
Telecommunications and Networking Credit: 1
This course provides a basic
introduction to the development and impact of telecommunications and the
operational and technical aspects of network and telecommunications
systems. It allows students to explore
the various types and uses of networks and on-line services and to develop
skills in accessing, navigating, and applying on-line services. Students are able to develop skills in
creating, editing, and installing web pages.
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: Business Computer Information Systems I
022090
Accounting I Credit: 1
In this course, students
demonstrate an understanding of the accounting cycle for a service business and
for an inventory-based or merchandising business. Students perform payroll and banking
procedures and other specialized accounting procedures, recognize the different
forms of business organizations, identify career opportunities in the
accounting field, and practice productivity skills as they apply to
accounting.
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: None
023100
Accounting II Credit: 1
023110
Accounting II (Work Based Learning) Credit: 2-3
In this course, students analyze forms of business
organizations and apply the basic accounting concepts to perform advanced
accounting procedures. They also apply
accounting knowledge when making business decisions and research career
opportunities in accounting. Students
develop time management skills in setting priorities and locating information
about methods and materials needed to complete a task and make decisions using
appropriate accounting concepts.
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: Accounting I
Recommended: Business Computer Information Systems I
023120
Administrative Procedures I Credit: 2-3
023130
Administrative Procedures II Credit: 2-3
This course enables a student
to manage or function in the workplace.
It enhances technology skills and oral and written language skills
relating to effective communications.
The course emphasizes planning and organizing work, establishing
priorities, managing records and information, and operating equipment. As a work based learning course, the student
must complete 540 hours in the workplace.
Grade: 11-12
Administrative Procedures
I-Prerequisite: Business Computer Information Systems I or Accounting I or
Business Computer Programming I or Recordkeeping
Administrative Procedures II-Prerequisite: Administrative Procedures I
This course provides opportunities for students to
develop webmastering skills through the use of software currently used by
businesses. Students will explore
presentation management, multimedia production, and publishing systems. Students will design, import, and manipulate
advanced text, graphics, audio, and video.
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite:
None
022150
Internetworking Technologies I
(CISCO) Credit: 1
This course is part of a
two-year program. At the end of the
second year, students must pass the entry-level CISCO test to receive
certification (CCNA). The first semester
the curriculum will include OSI model and industry standards, networked topologies,
IP addressing, including subnet masks, networking components, and basic network
design. The second semester’s curriculum
includes router configurations and routed and routing protocols. This course is a coordinated partnership with
Cisco Systems to create a qualified talent pool for building and maintaining
education networks.
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Algebra I
022160
Internetworking Technologies II (CISCO) Credit: 1
This course is the second year
of the CISCO Networking curriculum. At
the end of the course, students must pass the entry-level CISCO test to receive
certification (CCNA). The third semester
will include advanced router configurations, LAN (Local Area Networking)
switching theory, advanced LAN and LAN switched design, Novell IPX, and
threaded case studies. The fourth
semester curriculum includes the WAN (Wide Area Network) theory, and design,
WAN technology, frame delay, network troubleshooting, national SCANS skills,
and threaded case studies. This course
is a coordinated partnership with Cisco Systems to create a qualified talent
pool for building and maintaining education networks.
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: Interworking Technologies I
021170 Basic
Computer Technology (A+) Credit: 1/2 - 1
This course prepares students
for CompTIA A+ certification. CompTIA A+
is an industry-standard certification, which is recommended for anyone who
plans to work in the areas of computer repair or technical support. Students who successfully complete the course
are encouraged to take the optional A+ exam at an approved testing center. The exam does require a fee.
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
ELECTIVES - LOCAL
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041000
Leadership Skills Credit: 1
The purpose of this class is
to teach leadership skills and to offer
realistic opportunities in which students can put these skills to
work. The course includes theories of
leadership, debate, problem solving, speech-making, forensics, committee work,
inter- and intra-personal management, and citizenship development. Students will
meet with leaders in the school and the community and will be involved
in the decision-making process. The
course is required for all junior and senior class officers and for the
executive Student Council officers; the course is open to the presidents of
clubs and/or organizations.
Grade: 11-12
Local credit
only
042010 PSAT
/ACT/SAT Testing Prep Credit: 1/2
In the PSAT portion of the
course, students are given the opportunity to practice for the SAT I: Reasoning
Test, to enter scholarship competitions, to seek information from colleges, and
to get feedback about critical academic skills.
In the ACT/SAT portion of the course, the students prepare to take
college entrance exams. Both
computer-based instruction and teacher-directed activities are utilized.
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Algebra II or concurrent enrollment
Local credit only
044020 Office
Aide Credit: 1/2
In this course, students will
be assigned to the front office, the ninth grade office, or the counselor’s
office during the class time. Students
will assist office personnel with the duties necessary to maintain an organized
and efficient workplace.
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: Application and interview
Local credit only
044030
Independent Student Assistant Credit: 1/2
In this course, students will
be assigned to a specific classroom teacher during this class time. Students will assist the teacher with duties
necessary for classroom instruction.
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: Application and interview
Local credit only
FAMILY AND
CONSUMER SCIENCE EDUCATION
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FOUNDATIONS
061000 Personal
and Family Development Credit: 1
This comprehensive laboratory
course addresses a broad range of knowledge and skills related to personal
development and management, promotion of strong families, and preparation for
adult roles. The course includes a focus on interpersonal skills,
decision-making, promotion of family strengths and well being development of
positive relationships with peers, child development and care, and clothing
selection and maintenance. Other studies
address nutrition and dietary practices, food selection and preparation,
budgeting and consumer-buying practices, and management of family housing
needs. Influences of societal and
technological changes, career options, and the management of multiple family,
community, and wage-earner roles are included.
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
051040 Personal
and Family Development (CTED) Credit: 1
This laboratory course
includes the following unit studies:
family living and parenthood, home management and consumer education,
child development, housing for the family, food and nutrition, clothing and
textiles, and family/individual health.
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: ARD Placement
FAMILY STUDIES AND HUMAN SERVICES
062100
Individual and Family Life Credit: 1/2
This technical course focuses
on personal development, interpersonal relationships, effective individual and
family functioning, and career preparation - all within a changing
society. The course addresses personal
identity, responsibilities of living as an independent adult, relationship
development outside the family, and factors related to marital success. Special attention is focused on understanding
the roles, responsibilities, and impact of the family on individuals and
society; promoting and strengthening the family unit; and managing multiple
family, community and wage-earner roles.
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: None
062110 Family
Health Needs Credit: 1/2
This technical course focuses
on health and wellness of family members, management of family health needs,
special health needs and issues impacting the family and its members, and
career preparation. Promoting good
health and wellness for family members across the life span is examined through
dietary practices, stress management, home sanitation, and environmental and
safety hazard prevention in the home.
Other topics addressed include laws and legal issues affecting families
and their health, managing multiple adult roles, and family health care
resources, services, and costs. Meeting requirements of older family members
and family members with special health needs are other topics addressed.
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: None
CHILD DEVELOPMENT, EDUCATION, AND SERVICES
062200
Preparation for Parenting Credit: 1/2
This technical laboratory
course develops knowledge and skills to prepare students to function
effectively in the role of parent or caregiver.
The content stresses parental responsibilities; child guidance
techniques; parents as positive role models; parents as their children’s first
teacher; and parenting practices which promote a child’s development, health,
safety, and well-being. Managing family
crisis, managing multiple roles of family members throughout the life cycle,
and career preparation are additional topics.
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite:
None
061210 Parenting for
School-Age Parents I Credit: 1
This technical course is
designed to focus on personal development, communication and conflict
resolution, family law, prenatal and postnatal development, child development,
family services, managing multiple roles and other areas. Students are assisted in obtaining health
care, social services, career counseling, childcare, transportation, tutoring,
on-site WIC services, as well as any other services needed.
Grade: 9-12
Prerequisite: Pregnant teen or
teen parent
062230
Child Development Credit: 1/2
This technical laboratory
course is designed to focus on knowledge and skills related to the development,
care, guidance, and protection of children.
Instruction addresses the principles and procedures for promoting the
physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of young children,
including those with special needs.
Other topics include characteristics of quality childcare, career options
related to the care and education of children, and the management of multiple
community and family roles.
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: None
063240 Child
Care and Guidance, Management and Service Credit: 2
This course provides
occupationally specific training designed to develop knowledge and skills for
employment in the area of childcare and guidance. The content includes business management
procedures, safety, sanitation, influences on child growth and development,
interactions impacting children’s behavior, and techniques for providing care
and guidance for children. Also
addressed are legal considerations, careers related to the care and education
of children, technology applications, and managing multiple family, community
and wage earner roles. Instruction may
be delivered through school-based pre-employment laboratory training or through
Home Economics Career Preparation which includes delivery arrangements with a
coordinated work-based learning component, such as cooperative education, internships,
mentorships, apprenticeships, and job shadowing.
Prerequisite: Students must meet the following admittance
requirements established by state licensing agencies:
1. Students must pass the PPD
skin test.
2. Students must pass a criminal
background check.
NUTRITION AND WELLNESS, FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
062300
Nutrition and Food Science Credit: 1/2
In this course, students
utilize information about the basic principles of nutrition to promote healthy
food choices. They determine the
relationship of nutrition to individual and family health, analyze nutritional
adequacy of selected diets utilizing available technology, evaluate influences
on food choices, and apply management principles in meeting nutritional needs. Students also complete a supervised
career-connections experience applying knowledge and skills developed in the
study of nutrition and food science.
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: None
HOSPITALITY
063400
Hospitality I Credit: 2
This course
provides rotation in the areas of front-desk, accounting, housekeeping, human
resources, sales and marketing, security, restaurant, and banquet
services/chef. This rotation system
allows the student to obtain a well-rounded, working understanding of all
aspects of the hotel business. Classroom
training includes topics such as communication skills, ethics, professionalism,
and conflict resolution.
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisite: None
064410
Hospitality II Credit: 3
This course provides occupationally-specific training designed to help students develop knowledg