About Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources
The Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) Career Cluster focuses on the essential elements of life such as food, water, land, and air. This career cluster includes a diverse spectrum of occupations, ranging from farmer, rancher, and veterinarian to geologist, land conservationist, and florist. It also includes non-traditional agricultural occupations like wind energy, solar energy, and oil and gas production.
Programs of Study
Denton ISD offers the following programs of study for the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster. Students should follow a program of study in order to gain an endorsement, become a CTE completer, and become prepared for their career.
Animal Science Program of Study
Principles of Agriculture (9 - 12) [1]
Small Animal Management (10 - 12) [.5]
Equine Science (10 - 12) [.5]
Livestock Production (10 - 12) [1]
Advanced Animal Science (Science Credit) (12) [1]
Practicum in Agriculture - Vet Med (12) [2]
Vet Medical Applications (11 - 12) [1]
Applied Agricultural Engineering Program of Study
Principles of Agriculture (9 - 12) [1]
Agricultural Mechanics & Metal Technologies (10-12) [2 Credits]
Agricultural Structures Design & Fabrication (11-12) [1] (Advanced)
Project Based Research in Ag (12) [1] (Advanced)
Plant Science Program of Study
Principles of Agriculture (9 - 12) [1]
Floral Design (10 - 12) [1] Fine Arts Credit
Advanced Floral Design (11 - 12) [1] (Advanced)
Practicum in Ag - Floral Design (12) [2] (Advanced)
Certifications
Texas State Florist Association Level I Knowledge
Texas State Florist Association Level I/II
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