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Introduction to Agriculture
This orientation course provides an opportunity for students to learn how the agricultural industry is organized; its major components; the economic influence of agriculture at state, national and international levels; and the scope and types of job opportunities in the agricultural field. Basic concepts in animal science, plant science, soil science, horticulture, agribusiness management, agricultural mechanics, and aquacultural science and technology will be presented. Improving computer and workplace skills will be a focus.
Introduction to Ag. Mechanics
This orientation course provides an opportunity for students to learn about vocational occupations and skills needed within the agriculture industry. Course topics include; Career exploration, investigating technologies involved in drafting, computer-aided drafting (CAD), and electronic communication, design and create products through CAD and 3D printing, performing shop safety while using hand tools, creating products with wood and sheet metal, researching and experimenting with energy-producing technologies; such as wind, solar, and fuel cells. Students will be involved in hands-on activities, be subjected to critical thinking, and become aware of the technological society in which they live and how they may prepare themselves for the future.
Ag. Technology
This second-level course builds on basic skills and knowledge gained in the Introduction to Agriculture course. Major units of instruction include soil science, advanced plant science, biotechnology, advanced animal science, surveying, and Global Positioning Systems/Global Information Systems technologies.
Biological Sciences Applied in Ag. (BSAA)
Biology Prerequisite
This course is designed to reinforce and extend students’ understanding of science by associating basic scientific principles and concepts with relevant applications in agriculture. Students will examine major phases of plant growth and management in agriculture and the specific biological science concepts that govern management decisions, as well as examine many phases of animal agriculture and specific biological science concepts that govern managing decisions in the animal industry.
Woods & Metals
Students are introduced to hand tools, portable electric tools, and the basic woodworking machines used in the construction and production industries. The class work includes a wide variety of “hands-on” activities involving the cutting, joining, fastening, forming, and finishing of wood and other similar materials.
Students are introduced to hand, portable electric tools, metal lathes, and the basic sheet metal fabricating machines used in industry. This class includes a wide variety of “hands-on” activities involving the layout, measuring, cutting, joining, fastening, forming, fabrication and finishing of metal products.
Each student will construct an assigned class project. In addition to the manipulative skills, students will learn safe work habits, how to read simple drawings, layout and measurement techniques, and other related information.
Ag Business Management
This course will develop student’s understanding of the agricultural industry relating to the United States and World marketplace. Instructional units include: marketing and trading of agricultural products, international agriculture, imports and exports, agricultural law, taxes, governmental regulations and policies, insurance, financing, sales and marketing, and advanced computerized record keeping.
Ag Mechanics
This year-long course is designed to give students an overview of mechanics that are used in an agricultural setting. Time will be given to study Small Engines, Electricity and Welding.
The small engines component will teach students to select, operate, service, maintain, repair and overhaul small engines. It will develop knowledge and skills in preventative maintenance, principals of operation, systems of the engines, use of test equipment and tune-ups.
The electricity component will include instruction and practice in inspecting, maintaining, repairing and diagramming circuits and equipment. In addition, students will learn how electric motors and controls are used in agriculture to regulate temperature, ventilation, lighting and more.
The welding section will cover arc, oxy-acetylene, MIG, and plasma-arc cutting.
Aquaculture/Environmental Natural Resources
This year-long course will devote 18 weeks to Aquaculture Science and Environmental Science. Aquaculture Science portion is designed to develop student knowledge and skills in the area of aqua cultural species reproduction processes, genetics, nutrition and health in aqua crops; ecological balances; and environmental requirements of aquatic plants and animals. Water quality, chemical and temperature analyses will be conducted for a variety of aqua crops. The aquaculture system will be extensively used in this class. The Environmental Science portion of this class examines the relationship of agriculture and the environment. The impact of plant and animal production practices on the environment and the adoption of practices leading to improved air, land, and water quality are investigated.
Horticulture
This full-year course is designed to familiarize the student about horticulture and teach them various horticultural skills that could be used in a related job or in related tasks around the home. Horticulture, by definition, is the production and sale of garden crops which include fruits, vegetables, plants grown for ornamental purposes, as well as spices and medicines.
The greenhouse will be an important teaching tool utilized throughout this course as students will learn how and grow fall mums, poinsettias, Easter lilies, and spring garden & bedding plants.
Residential Carpentry
This course provides experiences related to the erection, installation, and maintenance of residential building and related fixtures. Planned learning activities will allow students to become knowledgeable of fundamental principles and methods and to develop technical skills related to masonry, carpentry, and finish work.
Instruction will include safety principles and practices, recognition of standard lumber sizes, foundation layout methods, building concepts and procedure, local, state, and national codes, cost estimating and blueprint reading.
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