Zoo School

Anatomy & Physiology Honors

33305X0

This course is designed for the student with a strong background and interest in biological sciences, health care and/or veterinary medicine. A detailed study of the structure and functioning of the mammalian body provides the framework for this class. Students are expected to complete research, both in the classroom and in the NC Zoo, and engage in online and interactive investigations in this course. Both independent and collaborative anatomy/physiology projects will be expected and will reflect an honors-level.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Honors

GRADE: 10-12

RECOMMENDED: Completion of Honors Biology or Biology

Animal Behavior (Standard or Honors)

33402X0 and 33405X0

The objective of this course is to expose students to a broad field of animal behavior. The course will include behavioral ecology and the evolution of animal behaviors as adaptations and will focus on animals both in their natural environments and in the zoo environment.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard or Honors

GRADE: 9-12

Ecology (Standard or Honors)

35102X0 and 35105X0

This course is designed to acquaint students with the interrelationships of organisms and their environment. Students will work to gain a deeper understanding of the natural world and discuss organisms and their biological, chemical, and physical environments. Students will use the NC zoo to compare environments of animals in a zoo habitat and in their natural habitats.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard or Honors

GRADE: 10-12

Special Interest Science - Forensics

30202X0F BIOTECH

This course is designed to challenge students with topics such as fingerprinting analysis, DNA analysis, blood typing and spattering, trajectories (for ballistics as well as blood spattering) comparative anatomy, chemical analysis of drugs, poisons, and trace evidence, and the dynamics of Physics. Students will learn about the careers involved with Forensic Science and will play mock roles as experts in the field to solve crimes. They will use Project Based Learning to learn teamwork in solving the mock crimes and have a chance to change their roles as the year progresses. The students will all be given the tools to interpret data and techniques involved for both chemical and biological analysis of evidence.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard

GRADE: 10-12

NC Wildlife (Standard or Honors)

33492X0 and 33495X0

This course is designed to acquaint students with NC animals. Topics covered include feeding methods, survival techniques, social behavior, mating habits, population distribution, and laws governing hunting and fishing. Students will use the NC Zoo to explore a variety of NC Wildlife.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard or Honors

GRADE: 10-12

Zoology (Standards or Honors)

33432X0 and 33435X0

This course surveys the major taxa of the animal kingdom and provides an introduction to animal anatomy, physiology, ecology and evolution. Students will establish a knowledge base for advanced work in the biological sciences through developing an understanding of the principles of animal taxonomy and knowledge of the characteristics of the major phyla of animals, using the NC Zoo as a teaching backdrop. During this class I hope to help promote an appreciation of the diversity of animal life and its ecological significance. We will also introduce the structure and function of the principal body systems of animals and you will also develop laboratory skills necessary for biological study.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard or Honors

GRADE: 10-12

Agriscience Applications

AU102X0

This course gives students a broad overview of leadership and the agriculture industry. Topics of study include:

• agricultural awareness and literacy,

• employability skills,

• the plant science industry including horticulture and agronomy,

• the animal science industry including food animals and companion animals,

• natural resources such as soil, water, forests, and wildlife, and

• agricultural mechanics.

English language arts, social studies, mathematics, and science are reinforced. Students will complete a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) and have opportunities to participate in competitive events, community service, and leadership activities through the local FFA Chapter.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard

Natural Resources I (Standard or Honors)

AN512X0 and AN515X0

This course provides an introduction to the natural resources industry. Topics of study include:

• leadership and employability skills,

• sustainable use of natural resources,

• air, water, and soil quality,

• fish, fisheries, and wildlife, and

• forestry.

English language arts, mathematics, and science are reinforced. Students will complete a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) and have opportunities to participate in competitive events, community service, and leadership activities through the local FFA Chapter.

Note: Students who choose to take the HONORS level of this course should be aware that the course is developed and implemented to be more challenging than the standard level of the course in order to foster growth for advanced learners. Students enrolling in Honors CTE courses should possess the interest, ability, and motivation to meet the challenges of an honors level course. They must be willing to take greater responsibility for their learning and aspire to an advanced level of learning through high quality work.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard or Honors

Natural Resources II (Standard or Honors)

AN522X0 and AN525X0

In this course, students take a more in depth look into monitoring and managing natural resources. Students learn to apply best management practices in:

• Leadership and employability,

• Forest management,

• Soil and water Quality,

• Wildlife management,

• Aquaculture, and

• Recreation including hunting, fishing, and camping.

English language arts, social studies, mathematics, and science are reinforced. Students will complete a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) and have opportunities to participate in competitive events, community service, and leadership activities through the local FFA Chapter.

Note: Students who choose to take the HONORS level of this course should be aware that the course is developed and implemented to be more challenging than the standard level of the course in order to foster growth for advanced learners. Students enrolling in Honors CTE courses should possess the interest, ability, and motivation to meet the challenges of an honors level course. They must be willing to take greater responsibility for their learning and aspire to an advanced level of learning through high quality work.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard or Honors

PREREQUISITE: Natural Resources I

Horticulture I (Standard or Honors)

AP412X0 and AP415X0

This course provides instruction on the broad field of horticulture with emphasis on the scientific and technical knowledge for a career in horticulture. Topics in this course include:

• leadership and employability skills,

• careers in the horticulture industry,

• plant growth and reproduction,

• plant nutrition,

• media selection,

• basic plant identification, and

• Integrated pest management.

English language arts, social studies, mathematics, and science are reinforced. Students will complete a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) and have opportunities to participate in competitive events, community service, and leadership activities through the local FFA Chapter.

Note: Students who choose to take the HONORS level of this course should be aware that the course is developed and implemented to be more challenging than the standard level of the course in order to foster growth for advanced learners. Students enrolling in Honors CTE courses should possess the interest, ability, and motivation to meet the challenges of an honors level course. They must be willing to take greater responsibility for their learning and aspire to an advanced level of learning through high quality work.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard or Honors

Horticulture II – Plant Science (Standard or Honors)

AP422X0 and AP425X0

In this course, students apply the scientific knowledge and skills learned in Horticulture I to learn to produce and manage horticultural plants, products, and services. Topics of study include:

• leadership and employability skills,

• greenhouse plant production and management,

• nursery plant production and management,

• basic landscape design, installation and maintenance,

• lawn and turf grass management, and

• basic floral design.

English language arts, social studies, mathematics, and science are reinforced. Students will complete a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) and have opportunities to participate in competitive events, community service, and leadership activities through the local FFA Chapter.

Note: Students who choose to take the HONORS level of this course should be aware that the course is developed and implemented to be more challenging than the standard level of the course in order to foster growth for advanced learners. Students enrolling in Honors CTE courses should possess the interest, ability, and motivation to meet the challenges of an honors level course. They must be willing to take greater responsibility for their learning and aspire to an advanced level of learning through high quality work.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard or Honors

PREREQUISITE: Horticulture I

Animal Science I (Standard or Honors)

AA212X0 and AA215X0

This course focuses on the basic scientific principles and processes that are involved in care and production of food and companion animals. Topics include:

• leadership and employability skills,

• introduction to the animal science industry and careers,

• trends and issues in animal science,

• terms and breeds,

• animal evaluation,

• animal nutrition and digestion,

• animal breeding, reproduction, and genetics,

• handling and safety, and

• animal diseases and disorders.

English language arts, social studies, mathematics, and science are reinforced. Students will complete a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) and have opportunities to participate in competitive events, community service, and leadership activities through the local FFA Chapter.

Note: Students who choose to take the HONORS level of this course should be aware that the course is developed and implemented to be more challenging than the standard level of the course in order to foster growth for advanced learners. Students enrolling in Honors CTE courses should possess the interest, ability, and motivation to meet the challenges of an honors level course. They must be willing to take greater responsibility for their learning and aspire to an advanced level of learning through high quality work.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard or Honors

Animal Science II - Companion Animal (Standard or Honors)

AA232X0 and AA235X0

This course focuses on understanding and caring for various companion animals including dogs, cats, reptiles, fish, rabbits, and pocket pets. Topics of study include:

• leadership and employability skills,

• animal welfare,

• safe handling practices,

• nutrition and digestion,

• breeding,

• grooming,

• care,

• classification,

• and the history of the companion animal industry.

English language arts, social studies, mathematics, and science are reinforced. Students will complete a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) and have opportunities to participate in competitive events, community service, and leadership activities through the local FFA Chapter.

Note: Students who choose to take the HONORS level of this course should be aware that the course is developed and implemented to be more challenging than the standard level of the course in order to foster growth for advanced learners. Students enrolling in Honors CTE courses should possess the interest, ability, and motivation to meet the challenges of an honors level course. They must be willing to take greater responsibility for their learning and aspire to an advanced level of learning through high quality work.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard or Honors

Marketing (Standard or Honors)

MM512X0 and MM515X0

In this course, students develop an understanding of the processes involved from the creation to the consumption of products/services. Students develop an understanding and skills in the areas of:

• distribution,

• marketing-information management,

• market planning,

• marketing ethics,

• pricing,

• product/service management,

• promotion, and

• selling.

Students develop an understanding of marketing functions applications and how they impact business operations. English/language arts, communication, mathematics and social studies are reinforced. DECA (an association for Marketing Education students) competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply classroom learning and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences.

Note: Students who choose to take the HONORS level of this course should be aware that the course is developed and implemented to be more challenging than the standard level of the course in order to foster growth for advanced learners. Students enrolling in Honors CTE courses should possess the interest, ability, and motivation to meet the challenges of an honors level course. They must be willing to take greater responsibility for their learning and aspire to an advanced level of learning through high quality work.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard or Honors

Sport & Event Marketing I

MH312X0

In this course, students are introduced to the industry of sports, entertainment, and event marketing. Topics included are:

• branding, licensing, and naming rights;

• business foundations;

• concessions and on-site merchandising;

• economic foundations;

• human relations; and

• safety and security.

Mathematics and social studies are reinforced. DECA (an association for Marketing Education students) competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard

Hospitality & Tourism (Standard or Honors)

MH422X0 and MH425X0

In this course, students are introduced to the industry of travel, tourism, and recreational marketing. Students acquire knowledge and skills on:

• the impact of tourism,

• marketing strategies of the major hospitality and tourism segments,

• travel destinations,

• customer relations,

• career development,

• economics, and

• tourism promotion.

Mathematics and social studies are reinforced. DECA (an association for Marketing Education students) competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences.

Note: Students who choose to take the HONORS level of this course should be aware that the course is developed and implemented to be more challenging than the standard level of the course in order to foster growth for advanced learners. Students enrolling in Honors CTE courses should possess the interest, ability, and motivation to meet the challenges of an honors level course. They must be willing to take greater responsibility for their learning and aspire to an advanced level of learning through high quality work.

CREDIT: 1

TYPE: Standard or Honors

PREREQUISITE: Marketing OR Business Essentials OR Sports and Entertainment Marketing I