Programs of Study
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Principles of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
PRINAFNR
To be prepared for careers in agriculture, food, and natural resources, students must attain academic skills and knowledge in agriculture. This course allows students to develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details, practices, and expectations. To prepare for success, students need to have opportunities to learn, reinforce, experience, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 9-12
Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies
AGMECHMT
Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies is designed to develop an understanding of agricultural mechanics as it relates to safety and skills in tool operation, electrical wiring, plumbing, carpentry, fencing, concrete, and metal working techniques. To prepare for careers in agricultural power, structural, and technical systems, students must attain academic skills and knowledge; acquire technical knowledge and skills related to power, structural, and technical agricultural systems and the industry; and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, industry certifications, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills and technologies in a variety of settings.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Agricultural Structures Design and Power Systems
AGSDF
In Agricultural Structures Design and Fabrication, students will explore career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for careers in mechanized agriculture and technical systems, students must attain knowledge and skills related to agricultural structures design and fabrication
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Recommended Prerequisite: Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies
Agricultural Structures Design and Fabrication + Agricultural Laboratory and Field Experience
AGSDFLAB
In Agricultural Structures Design and Fabrication, students will explore career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for careers in mechanized agriculture and technical systems, students must attain knowledge and skills related to agricultural structures design and fabrication. Program of Study: Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems
Credit: 2
GRADE: 10-12:
Recommended Prerequisite: Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies
Agricultural Power Systems - Future Offering
AGPOWSYS
Agricultural Power Systems is designed to develop an understanding of power and control systems as related to energy sources, small and large power systems, and agricultural machinery. To prepare for careers in agricultural power, structural, and technical systems, students must attain academic skills and knowledge; acquire technical knowledge and skills related to power, structural, and technical agricultural systems and the workplace; and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, industry certifications, and industry expectations.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Agricultural Equipment Design and Fabrication - - Future Offering
AGEQDF
In Agricultural Equipment Design and Fabrication, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to the design and fabrication of agricultural equipment. To prepare for careers in mechanized agriculture and technical systems, students must attain knowledge and skills related to agricultural equipment design and fabrication.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Recommended Prerequisite: Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies
Equine Science
EQUINSCI
To be prepared for careers in the field of animal science, students need to enhance academic knowledge and skills, acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. Suggested animals, which may be included in the course of study, include, but are not limited to, horses, donkeys and mules.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take SMANMG - Small Animal Management
Floral Design
FLORAL
Floral Design is designed to develop students' ability to identify and demonstrate the principles and techniques related to floral design as well as develop an understanding of the management of floral enterprises. Through the analysis of artistic floral styles and historical periods, students will develop respect for the traditions and contributions of diverse cultures. Students will respond to and analyze floral designs, thus contributing to the development of lifelong skills of making informed judgments and evaluations.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Greenhouse Operations and Production
GREOP
Greenhouse Operation and Production is designed to develop an understanding of greenhouse production techniques and practices. To prepare for careers in horticultural systems, students must attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to horticultural systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Horticulture Science
HORTISCI
In Horticultural Science, students develop an understanding of common horticultural management practices as they relate to food and ornamental plant production. To prepare for careers in horticultural industry systems, students must attain academic knowledge and skills, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to horticulture and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: At least one credit in a course from the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources career cluster
Livestock and Poultry Production
LVEPROD
In Livestock and Poultry Production, students acquire knowledge and skills related to the livestock and poultry production industry. Livestock and Poultry Production may address topics related to beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry. To prepare for careers in the field of animal science, students must attain academic knowledge and skills, acquire knowledge and skills related to livestock and poultry systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: A minimum of two credits with at least one course in a Level 2 or higher course from the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources career cluster
Small Animal Management
SMANIMGT
In Small Animal Management, students acquire knowledge and skills related to the small animal management industry. Small Animal Management may address topics related to small animals such as dogs and cats, rabbits, pocket pets, amphibians, reptiles, and birds. To prepare for careers in the field of animal science, students must enhance academic knowledge and skills, acquire knowledge and skills related to small animal systems, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take EQUSCI - Equine Science
1407-Introduction to Welding & 2413 Inter Weld
WELD
Basic welding techniques using some of the following processes: Oxy-fuel welding (OFW) and cutting, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Dual Credit
GRADE: 11-12
1413- Blueprint Reading for Welders
WLDG C
A study of industrial blueprints. Emphasis paced on terminology, symbols, graphic description, and welding processes. Includes systems of measurement and industry standards. Also includes interpretation of plans and drawings used by industry to facilitate field application and production.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Dual Credit
GRADE: 11-12
Advanced Floral Design
ADVFLOR
In Advanced Floral Design, students gain advanced knowledge and skills specifically needed to enter the workforce as floral designers or as freelance floral event designers, with an emphasis on specialty designs and occasion-specific designs and planning. Students are also prepared to enter postsecondary certification or degree programs in floral design or special events design. Students build on the knowledge base from Floral Design and are introduced to more advanced floral design concepts. In addition, students gain knowledge of the design elements and planning techniques used to produce unique specialty floral designs that support the goals and objectives of an occasion or event.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: Floral Design
Advanced Animal Science
ADANSC
Advanced Animal Science examines the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of animal production, including canine, feline, bovine, equine, caprine, porcine, ovine, poultry, and lagomorpha production. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences. To prepare for careers in the field of animal science, students must attain academic knowledge and skills, acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry standards. Students must meet the 40% laboratory and fieldwork requirement. Note: This course satisfies a high school science graduation requirement.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: Biology and chemistry or Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC); Algebra l and Geometry; and either Small Animal Management, Equine Science, or Livestock Production
Architecture and Construction
Principles of Construction
PRINCON
Principles of Construction is intended to provide an introduction and lay a solid foundation for
those students entering the construction or craft skilled areas. The course provides a strong
knowledge of construction safety, construction mathematics, and common hand and power tools.This course also provides communication and occupation skills to assist the student in obtaining and maintaining employment.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 9-12
Construction Management I
CONSMGT1
In Construction Management I, students will gain knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as apprentice carpenters or building maintenance supervisors’ assistants or to build a foundation toward a postsecondary degree in architecture, construction science, drafting, or engineering. Construction Management I includes the knowledge of design techniques and tools related to the management of architectural and engineering projects.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Construction Management II
CONSMGT2
In Construction Management II, students will gain knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as apprentice carpenters or building maintenance supervisors’ assistants or to build a foundation toward a postsecondary degree in architecture, construction science, drafting, or engineering. Construction Management II includes knowledge of the design, techniques, and tools related to the management of architectural and engineering projects.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: Construction Management l
1256- HART EPA Recovery Certification
HVACREF3
Certification training for HVAC refrigerant recovery, recycle, and reclaim. Instruction will provide a review of EPA guidelines for refrigerant recovery and recycling during the installation, service, and repair of all HVAC and refrigeration systems.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Dual Credit
GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HVACR2 - 1341- HART Residential AC & 1300 RBPT Building Science
1307- HART Refrigeration Principles & 1301 Basic Electricity
HVACRE
An introduction to the refrigeration cycle, heat transfer theory, temperature/pressure relationship, refrigerant handling, refrigeration components, and safety. The course also covers principles of electricity as required by HVAC, including proper use of test equipment, electrical circuits, and component theory and operation. High School Credit Equivalent: HVAC and Refrigeration Tech I
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Dual Credit
GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HVACR2 - 1341- HART Residential AC & 1300 RBPT Building Science
1341- HART Residential AC & 1300 RBPT Building Science
HVACR2
A study of components, applications, and installation of mechanical air conditioning systems including operating conditions, troubleshooting, repair, and charging of air conditioning systems. A study of the house as a complex interrelated system of people, building technologies, and the environment. Emphasizes residential building techniques and how they affect the needs for energy, water, and materials while providing a safe, healthy, and comfortable home. High School Credit Equivalent: HVAC and Refrigeration Tech II
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Dual Credit
GRADE: 11-12
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take HVACRE - 1307- HART Refrigeration Principles & 1301 Basic Electricity
If you take this course, you must also take HVACREF3 - 1256- HART EPA Recovery Certification
Arts, Audio Video, Technology and Communication
Principles of Arts, Audio Video Technology and Productions
PRINAAVTC
Careers in the Arts, Audio Visual Technology, and Communications career cluster require a creative aptitude, a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong academic foundation, and a proficiency in oral and written communication. Within this context, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the various and multifaceted career opportunities in this cluster and the knowledge, skills, and educational requirements for those opportunities.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 9-12
Audio/Video Production I
AVPROD1
Careers in audio and video technology and film production span all aspects of the audio/video communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio Visual Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on preproduction, production, and post-production audio and video products.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications
Audio/Video Production II
AVPROD2
Careers in audio and video technology and film production span all aspects of the audio/video communications industry. Building upon the concepts taught in Audio/Video Production I, in addition to developing advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio Visual Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of the industry with a focus on pre-production, production, and post-production products. This course may be implemented in an audio format or a format with both audio and video
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: AVPROD1 - Audio/Video Production
Business,Marketing and Finance
Principles of Business Marketing and Finance
PRINBMF
In Principles of Business, Marketing and Finance, students gain knowledge and skills in economics and private enterprise systems, the impact of global business, marketing of goods and services, advertising, and product pricing. Students analyze the sales process and financial management principles. This course allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings in business, marketing, and finance.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 9-12
Sports and Entertainment Marketing
SPORTSEM
Sports and Entertainment Marketing will provide students with a thorough understanding of the marketing concepts and theories that apply to sports and entertainment. The areas this course will cover include basic marketing concepts, publicity, sponsorship, endorsements, licensing, branding, event marketing, promotions, and sports and entertainment marketing strategies
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Recommended Prerequisite:: Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance
Sports and Entertainment Marketing II
SPORTSEM2
Sports and Entertainment Marketing II is an advanced course designed to build upon students’ prior knowledge of sports and entertainment marketing. Students will develop a thorough understanding of advanced marketing concepts and theories as they relate to the sports and entertainment industries. Students will investigate the components of branding, sponsorships and endorsements, as well as promotion plans needed for sports and entertainment events. The course also supports career development skills and explores career options. Academic skills (mathematics, science, English, and history/social science) related to the content are a part of this course.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Prerequisite:: Prerequisite: Sports and Entertainment Marketing
Social Media Marketing
SMEDMKTG
Social Media Marketing is designed to look at the rise of social media and how marketers are integrating social media tools in their overall marketing strategy. The course will investigate how the marketing community measures success in the new world of social media. Students will manage a successful social media presence for an organization, understand techniques for gaining customer and consumer buy-in to achieve marketing goals, and properly select social media platforms to engage consumers and monitor and measure the results of these efforts.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Recommended Prerequisite:: Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance or any marketing course
Virtual Business
VIRTBUS
Virtual Business is designed for students to start a virtual business by creating a web presence, conducting online and off-line marketing, examining contracts appropriate for an online business, and demonstrating project-management skills. Students will also demonstrate bookkeeping skills for a virtual business, maintain business records, and understand legal issues associated with a virtual business.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Recommended Prerequisite:: Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance or any marketing course
Practicum of Business Management
PRACBM1
Practicum in Business Management is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences occur in an unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies. Students develop a foundation in the economic, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of business to become competent consumers, employees, and entrepreneurs. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication, and reasoning skills and apply them to the business environment. Students incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includes the legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical, and international dimensions of business to make appropriate business decisions.Students are required to complete the application process for this course.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11-12
Practicum in Business Management 2
PRACBM2
Practicum in Business Management 2 is the second year of Practicum in Business. It is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences occur in an unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies. Students develop a foundation in the economic, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of business to become competent consumers, employees, and entrepreneurs.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: PRACB1 - Practicum of Business Management
Advanced Marketing
ADVMKTG
In Advanced Marketing, students will gain knowledge and skills that help them become proficient in one or more of the marketing functional areas. Students will illustrate appropriate management and research skills to solve problems related to marketing. This course covers technology, communication, and customer-service skills.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: One credit from the courses in the Business, Marketing, and Finance career cluster
Career Preparation I - Can also be in Program of Study
CPGEN1
Career Preparation education refers to an instructional arrangement, not a course or training area. This work-based instructional arrangement develops essential knowledge and skills through classroom technical instruction and on-the-job training in an approved career and technology-specific training area that has already been approved and assigned a course number. Students will receive general employability skills as a group; however each student will have an individual training plan that will address their job specific knowledge and skills. Approved training sponsors will employ each student. The training sponsor will assist the teacher in providing the necessary skills and knowledge for the student's specific work training. Students will be given job specific training assignments in the classroom or participate in job shadowing or internship.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11-12
Career Preparation I Extended - Can also be in Program of Study
EXCPGEN
Career Preparation education refers to an instructional arrangement, not a course or training area. This work-based instructional arrangement develops essential knowledge and skills through classroom technical instruction and on-the-job training in an approved career and technology-specific training area that has already been approved and assigned a course number. Students will receive general employability skills as a group; however each student will have an individual training plan that will address their job specific knowledge and skills. Approved training sponsors will employ each student. The training sponsor will assist the teacher in providing the necessary skills and knowledge for the student's specific work training. Students will be given job specific training assignments in the classroom or participate in job shadowing or internship.
CREDIT: 3
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: Student should have completed two or more courses in a CTE career cluster
Career Preparation II Extended - Can also be in Program of Study
CPGEN1
2nd Year: Career Preparation education refers to an instructional arrangement, not a course or training area. This work-based instructional arrangement develops essential knowledge and skills through classroom technical instruction and on-the-job training in an approved career and technology-specific training area that has already been approved and assigned a course number. Students will receive general employability skills as a group; however each student will have an individual training plan that will address their job specific knowledge and skills. Approved training sponsors will employ each student. The training sponsor will assist the teacher in providing the necessary skills and knowledge for the student's specific work training. Students will be given job specific training assignments in the classroom or participate in job shadowing or internship.
CREDIT: 3
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11-12
Career Preparation II - Can also be in Program of Study
EXCPGEN2
2nd Year: Career Preparation education refers to an instructional arrangement, not a course or training area. This work-based instructional arrangement develops essential knowledge and skills through classroom technical instruction and on-the-job training in an approved career and technology-specific training area that has already been approved and assigned a course number. Students will receive general employability skills as a group; however each student will have an individual training plan that will address their job specific knowledge and skills. Approved training sponsors will employ each student. The training sponsor will assist the teacher in providing the necessary skills and knowledge for the student's specific work training. Students will be given job specific training assignments in the classroom or participate in job shadowing or internship.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 12
Education and Training -Human Services
Principles of Education & Training
PRINEDTR
Principles of Education and Training is designed to introduce learners to the various careers within the Education and Training career cluster. Students use self-knowledge as well as educational and career information to analyze various careers within the Education and Training career cluster. Students are introduced to societal influences of education and various school models. Additionally, students learn the role and responsibilities of a classroom educator. Students will develop a graduation plan that leads to a specific career choice in the student’s interest area.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 9-12
Child Development
CHILDDEV
Child Development is a course that addresses knowledge and skills related to child growth and development from prenatal through school-age children. Students use these skills to promote the well-being and healthy development of children and investigate careers related to the care and education of children.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Education and Training
Human Growth & Development
HUGRDE
Human Growth and Development is an examination of human development across the lifespan with emphasis on research, theoretical perspectives, and common physical, cognitive, emotional, and social developmental milestones. The course covers material that is generally taught in a postsecondary, one-semester introductory course in developmental psychology or human development. Recommended prerequisite: Principles of Education and Training
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
Instructional Practices (I.P.E.T.)
INPRAC
Instructional Practices is a field-based (practicum) course that provides students with background knowledge of child and adolescent development as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence education and exemplary educators or trainers in direct instructional roles with elementary-, middle school-, and high school-aged students. Students learn to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, develop materials for educational environments,
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: At least one credit in a course from the Education and Training career cluster
Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Education and Training, Human Growth and Development, or Child Development
Practicum in Education and Training (PET)
PRACEDT1
PRACEDT2
Practicum in Education and Training is a field-based course that provides students background knowledge of child and adolescent development principles as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students in the course work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence education and exemplary educators in direct instructional roles with elementary-, middle school-, and high school-aged students. Students learn to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, make physical arrangements, and perform other duties of classroom teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other educational personnel.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11 - 12
PREREQUISITE: Instructional Practices
Recommended Prerequisites: Principles of Education and Training, Human Growth and Development, and Child Development
Health Science
Principles of Biomedical Science (PLTW)
PRBIOSCI
Principles of Biomedical Science (PBS) is a high school course providing foundational knowledge and skills in biology, anatomy and physiology, genetics, microbiology, and epidemiology; it engages students in applying knowledge and skills to real-world situations, cases, and problems. Students take on roles of different medical professionals and are challenged in various scenarios, including investigating a crime scene to solve a mystery, diagnosing and proposing treatment to patients in a family medical practice, tracking down and containing a medical outbreak at a local hospital, stabilizing a patient during an emergency, and collaborating with others to design solutions to local and global medical problems. Students develop skills in technical documentation to communicate experimental findings and solutions to problems. They explore how connections to other disciplines, such as computer science and engineering, shape the future of medicine. In addition, they demonstrate collaboration techniques that connect with professionals across any field.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 9-12
Human Body Systems (PLTW)
HUMBODSY
In the Human Body Systems (HBS) course, students examine the interactions of body systems as they explore identity, communication, power, movement, protection, and homeostasis. Students design experiments to investigate the structures and functions of the human body and use data acquisition software to monitor body functions such as muscle movement, reflex and voluntary actions, and respiration. Exploring science in action, students build organs and tissues on a skeletal manikin, work through interesting real-world cases, and often play the role of biomedical professionals to solve medical mysteries. Students practice problem-solving with structured activities and progress to open-ended projects and problems that require them to develop planning, documentation, communication, and other professional skills.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
RECOMMENDED PREREQUISITE: Principles of Biomedical Science (PLTW)
Biomedical Innovation (PLTW)
BIOINN
In Biomedical Innovation, students design innovative solutions for health challenges of the 21st century working through challenging open-ended problems, addressing topics such as clinical medicine, physiology, biomedical engineering, and public health. Students are presented with each problem in a mission file, a case brief, a list of completion tasks, links to resources, and a reflection section. This provides skills-based instruction in research and experimentation and tools students use to design innovative solutions to real-world problems. The student uses what they learn in these missions as they develop and implement their independent project at the end of the year, culminating in the creation of a project portfolio. Students are encouraged to work with a mentor from the biomedical industry and present their work to an audience from the health care community.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11-12
Recommended Prerequisite: At least one credit in a Level 2 or higher course in the Biomedical Science program of study
Medical Intervention (PLTW)
MEDINT
Medical Intervention, Evaluation, and Research further develops basic knowledge of health informatics, data management, and biotechnological advances and their connections in the various healthcare settings. Topics include informatics in medical intervention and evaluation, electronic patient management systems, applications in medical diagnostics, best practices in billing and coding medical diagnosis and procedures, appropriate International Classification of Diseases (ICD) 10 codes, fraud prevention, and databases culminating in an extended learning experience. The demand and growth in the field precipitates a needed integration of multiple medical technologies and their impact in healthcare delivery.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11-12
Recommended Prerequisite: At least one credit in a Level 2 or higher course in the Biomedical Science program of study
Health Science Theory - CNA
HLTHSCI
Certified Nurse's Assistant certificate program offered through NCTC. This course is double-blocked in the spring semester. Students must take a test to qualify for the program. You must be 18 years old to test for CNA.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Dual Credit
GRADE: 12
Culinary Arts
Introduction to Culinary Arts
INCULA
Introduction to Culinary Arts will emphasize the principles of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the management of a variety of food service operations. The course will provide insight into the operation of a well-run restaurant. Introduction to Culinary Arts will provide insight into food production skills, various levels of industry management, and hospitality skills. This is an entry level course for students interested in pursuing a career in the food service industry. This course is offered as a classroom and laboratory-based course.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 9-12
Culinary Arts
CULARTS
Culinary Arts begins with the fundamentals and principles of the art of cooking and the science of baking and includes management and production skills and techniques. Students can pursue a national sanitation certification or other appropriate industry certifications. This course is offered as a laboratory-based course.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
RECOMMENDED PREREQUISITE: INCULA - Introduction to Culinary Arts
Advanced Culinary Arts
ADCULART
Advanced Culinary Arts will extend content and enhance skills introduced in Culinary Arts by in-depth instruction of industrydriven standards in order to prepare students for success in higher education, certifications, and/or immediate employment.
CREDIT: 2
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: Culinary Arts
Food Science
FOODSCI
In Food Science, students examine the nature and properties of foods, food microbiology, and the principles of science in food production, processing, preparation, and preservation; use scientific methods to conduct laboratory and field investigations; and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. This course provides students a foundation for further study that leads to occupations in food and beverage services; the health sciences; agriculture, food, and natural resources; and human services. Note: This course satisfies a high school science graduation requirement.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: One credit in biology, one credit in chemistry, and at least one credit in a Level 2 or higher course from the Hospitality and Tourism or Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources career clusters
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Engineering Design Process
ENGRDSP
Engineering Design Process is an engineering course applicable to all engineering fields. Students use an iterative engineering design process to solve problems, make decisions, and manage a project. Professional practices are addressed, including development of a problem statement, maintenance of documentation, use of an engineering notebook, research, project management, internal and external communication, and creation of technical drawings and prototypes. The student delivers a professional presentation detailing the experience of working through each step of the engineering design process.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 9-12
PREREQUISITE: ALG1 - Algebra I
Architectural Engineering
ARCHENGR
Students enrolled in Architectural Engineering use principles of engineering and design tools to create innovative, functional, and sustainable buildings. Students develop cursory knowledge and essential skills to understand the design of buildings, including the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural systems, while also planning the construction process. They engage in project planning, building and system analysis, site investigation, and the integration of sustainable design and construction practices for an architectural engineering project.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: Civil Engineering I
Engineering Science
ENGSCIEN
Engineering Science is an engineering course designed to expose students to some of the major concepts and technologies that they will encounter in a postsecondary program of study in any engineering domain. Students will have an opportunity to investigate engineering and high-tech careers. In Engineering Science, students will employ science, technology, engineering, and mathematical concepts in the solution of real-world challenge situations. Students will develop problem-solving skills and apply their knowledge of research and design to create solutions to various challenges. Students will also learn how to document their work and communicate their solutions to their peers and members of the professional community.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: Algebra I, one credit in biology, and at least one credit in a course from the Engineering career cluster
Recommended Prerequisite: Geometry, Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC), one credit in chemistry, or one credit in physics
Aerospace Design I
AERODES1
Students enrolled in Aerospace Design I demonstrate knowledge and skills associated with the design evolution and emerging trends of aircraft and aerospace systems. Fundamental concepts such as forces of flight, structures, aerodynamics, propulsion, stability and control, and orbital mechanics are introduced as related to design decisions for atmospheric and space flight. These concepts are related to mission requirements and solution approaches
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Standard
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: Algebra I