Level 1 Courses:

PRINCIPLES OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD, and NATURAL RESOURCES

Grade: 9-10 Credit: 1 Course #1631 

Prerequisite: None

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources will allow students to develop knowledge and skills regarding career and educational opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details, practices, and expectations.

Level 2 Courses:

SMALL ANIMAL MANAGEMENT (Fall Semester)

Grade: 10–12 Credit: .5 Course #1587

Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources.

In Small Animal Management, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to small animals and the small animal management industry. Small Animal Management may address topics related to small mammals such as dogs and cats, amphibians, reptiles, and birds.

EQUINE SCIENCE (Spring Semester)

Grade: 10–12 Credit: .5 Course #1586

Recommended Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources.

In Equine Science, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to equine animal systems and the equine industry. Equine Science may address topics related to horses, donkeys, and mules.

AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS and METAL TECHNOLOGIES

Grade:10–12 Credit: 1 Course #1636

Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

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 metalworking 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.

WILDLIFE, FISHERIES, and ECOLOGY

Grade: 10–12 Credit: 1 Course #1644 

Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources.

Wildlife, Fisheries, and Ecology Management examines the management of game and nongame wildlife species, fish, and aqua crops and their ecological needs as related to current agricultural practices. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings.

Level 3 Courses:

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION/Lab

Grade: 10–12 Credit: 2 Course #1633

Recommended Prerequisites: Principles of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

In Livestock Production, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to livestock and the livestock production industry. Livestock Production may address topics related to beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry.

AGRICULTURAL STRUCTURES DESIGN and FABRICATION

Grade:11–12 Credit: 1 Course #1638

Prerequisite: Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies

In Agricultural Equipment Design and Fabrication, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to the design and fabrication of agricultural equipment.

ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES TECHNOLOGY

Grade: 10–12 Credit: 1 Course #1583

Recommended Prerequisite: Wildlife, Fisheries, and Ecology Management.

Energy and Natural Resource Technology examines the interrelatedness of environmental issues and production agriculture. Students will evaluate the environmental benefits provided by sustainable resources and green technologies. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of science and technology to measure environmental impacts resulting from production agriculture through field and laboratory experiences. 

FLORAL DESIGN

Grade:11–12 Credit: 1 Course #1641

Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources.

In Floral Design students will develop the 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.

Note: This course satisfies a fine arts credit requirement for graduation.

Level 4 Courses:

VETERINARY MEDICAL APPLICATIONS/Lab

Grade: 12 Credit: 1 Course #1645 

Prerequisites: Small Animal Management/Equine Science or Livestock Production. 

Veterinary Medical Applications covers topics relating to veterinary practices, including practices for large and small animal species.

This course of study is designed to prepare students for the certification examination through the Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA), which leads to a Certified Veterinary Technician. Level 1 and Level 2 Competencies, set by TVMA will be covered.

ADVANCED ANIMAL SCIENCE

Grade: 11–12 Credit:1 Course #1646

Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry or Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC); Algebra I and Geometry; and either Small Animal Management/Equine Science, or Livestock Production. 

Advanced Animal Science examines the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences. Note: This course satisfies a science credit requirement for students on the Foundation High School Program.

SCIENCE RESEARCH AND DESIGN (S.T.E.M.) HONORS

Grade: 10-12        Credit:1             Course #1342

Prerequisite: Biology Pre-AP

This course combines open inquiry research, whether you are interested in Biology, coding, or psychology, etc. In this unique course, you will learn how to research and design investigations while participating in the district science fair with the ability to move on to the Austin Energy Science Festival and the Texas Science and Engineering Fair.  *Some upper-level math involved.

AGRICULTURAL POWER SYSTEMS

Grade:11–12 Credit: 2 Course #1675 

Prerequisite: Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies

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.

AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT DESIGN AND FABRICATION/Lab

Grade: 11–12 Credit: 2 Course #1585

Prerequisite: Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies

In Agricultural Equipment Design and Fabrication, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to the design and fabrication of agricultural equipment.

ADVANCED ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCE TECHNOLOGY

Grade: 11–12 Credit: 1 Course #1582

Prerequisite: Energy And Natural Resources Technology. 

Advanced Energy and Natural Resource Technology is designed to explore the interdependency of the public and natural resource systems related to energy production. In addition, renewable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly practices will be explored.

PRACTICUM IN AGRICULTURE, FOOD, AND NATURAL RESOURCES HONORS

Grade: 12 Credit: 2 Course #1584

Prerequisite: Successful completion of  two or more credits, including the completion of one or more advanced (Level 3 or 4) , in CTE courses that are part of a coherent sequence of courses in the selected CTE Program of Study.

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experiences such as employment, independent study, internships, assistantships, mentorships, or laboratories. The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster. NOTE: This course is double blocked.   Please review the LTHS Practicum and Career Prep Handbook  before selecting a practicum or career prep course.