Agriculture

Agricultural Business Fundamentals I (CT8022)

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 11-12 | Credits: 1 | DE Option with Blue Ridge Community College

Students develop the necessary knowledge, skills, habits, and attitudes for employment in agribusinesses. The course emphasizes personal financial management practices, consumer choices, financial records, business structures and procedures, and the economics of marketing agricultural products and services.

Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career

skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with

instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Agricultural Fabrication and Emerging Technologies (CT8019)

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 11-12 | Credits: 1  

Students will receive instruction in metal fabrication, including cutting, welding, and cold metalworking processes, for agricultural applications. The course will also include the investigation of emerging technologies used within the field of agriculture. Leadership and career skills will be incorporated throughout. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Agricultural Production III (Agriculture Production Technology) (CT8010)

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 10-12 | Credits: 1  

This course provides instruction in plant and animal science for students interested in career pathways related to agricultural production. Course content also includes safety, mechanics, soil science, agricultural technology, and business practices.   Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Agricultural Structural Systems (CT8017) 

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 10-11 | Credits: 1  

The course will provide students with knowledge and skills for building agricultural structures and systems. Instruction will focus on the surveying, design, construction, plumbing, masonry, and electrical aspects of building systems. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Equine Science (CT8015) 

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 9-12 | Credits: 1  

In this course, students learn how to care for and manage horses. The major instructional areas include equine health, nutrition, management, reproduction, training, and evaluation. Students also investigate tools, equipment, equine facilities management, and horse selection. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Floral Design I (CT8055)

Prerequisite: Horticulture Sciences | Grade Level(s): 10-12 | Credits: 1  

This course is designed to develop a student’s knowledge, skills, and ability to demonstrate the principles and techniques used in the floral design industry.  Course content covers career opportunities, floral design foundations, design applications, the marketing of floral products, and the management of floral enterprises. Specific design styles to be examined may include mass, line-mass, line, vase, wedding, balloon, holiday, sympathy, and personal-adornment arrangements. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Forestry Management (CT8042)

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 11-12 | Credits: 1 | Virginia Boating License Certification Option

This course provides instruction in the management of the forest as a resource and as a business. Students develop knowledge in tree physiology, forest ecology, silviculture, and the management and marketing of forest products. Strong emphasis is placed on developing career skills for the forestry industry. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Horticulture Sciences (CT8034)

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 10-12 | Credits: 1 | DE Option with Blue Ridge Community College  

This course prepares students for postsecondary educational career programs and entry-level positions in the horticulture industry. Instruction includes industry safety standards, the applied science of plant production, greenhouse operation and management, landscape design, and the turfgrass industry. Students will use plant and soil science to propagate and cultivate horticultural crops in a greenhouse and/or land lab. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Introduction to Animal Systems (CT8008) 

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 9-12 | Credits: 1  

Students develop competency in each of the major areas of the animal systems career pathway including animal nutrition, reproduction, breeding, care, management, and safety. Students also learn agricultural mechanics skills applicable to animal systems. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Introduction to Natural Resources & Ecology (CT8040)  

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 10-12 | Credits: 1 | DE Option through Mountain Gateway Community College; Virginia Boating License Certification Option

This course serves as the introductory-level course for the Natural Resources Career Pathway. Students will explore environmental science, conservation management, and the study of natural resources to develop the knowledge and skills required for employment in occupations and careers related to ecology, forestry, andwildlife and natural resources management. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Introduction to Power Systems (CT8016)  

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 10-12 | Credits: 1  

This introductory course prepares students for careers in agricultural mechanics, fabrication, and construction. Students receive instruction in and hands-on experiences using tools, building agricultural structures, welding, working with electricity, carpentry and operating, maintaining, and repairing agricultural machinery and equipment. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Landscaping (CT8036) 

Prerequisite: Horticulture Sciences (Preferred) | Grade Level(s): 10-12 | Credits: 1  

In this course, students will explore soil and plant science; demonstrate landscape design, maintenance, and sustainability practices; investigate pest and disease management; and install, construct, and maintain landscaping projects. Students will prepare for employment and postsecondary opportunities in high-demand occupations in the landscaping industry. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based  learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Ag Production IV (Livestock Production Management) (CT8012) 

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 11-12 | Credits: 1  

Course includes instruction in agricultural mechanics, with emphasis placed on the application of mechanical skills to farm power and machinery, as well as on soil and water management, supervised farming programs, and leadership training. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Small Animal Care I (CT8083) 

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 10-12 | Credits: 1  

Students learn how to care for and manage small animals, focusing on the connection between humans and animals, animal behavior health, nutrition, management, and reproduction. Opportunities to handle live animals may occur. Course content also includes instruction on the tools, equipment, and facilities used in the small animal care industry. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Small Engine Repair (CT8082) 

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 10-12 | Credits: 1  

This course offers an intensive study of the operation, maintenance, and repair of small gasoline engines. Instructional topics include principles of operation of internal combustion engines, repair and service procedures, and disassembly, overhaul, and reassembly. Instruction may also include the operation of two-cycle and four-cycle engines commonly found on lawn mowers, garden tractors, snow blowers, rotary tillers, chainsaws, and other equipment. 

Veterinary Science I (CT8088)

Prerequisite: Small Animal Care I & Biology | Grade Level(s): 11-12 | Credits: 1  

Veterinary Science I prepares students for postsecondary education and/or careers in veterinary medicine or related fields. Major topics include characteristics and care of common companion and livestock animals, safety practices, anatomy and physiology, nutrition, medical terminology, sanitation, and clinical exams. Course content also includes communication, facility operations, office functions, and professional etiquette in the workplace. Opportunities to handle live animals may occur. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations. 

Fisheries and Wildlife Management (CT8041)

Prerequisite: None | Grade Level(s): 9-12 | Credits: 1 | Virginia Boating License Certification Option

 This course offers an introduction to conservation and management of both terrestrial and aquatic wildlife and their habitats. Content addressing the issues related to endangered species and organizations that protect fisheries and wildlife is also included. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.