Prerequisite Course: Intro to Agriculture 

Students will develop knowledge, skills and understanding in the biological processes and physiological systems found in livestock and companion animal species including anatomy and physiology, growth and development, muscular and skeletal systems, integumentary system, respiratory and circulatory systems, nervous system, lymphatic and endocrine systems and excretory system. The scientific processes of observation, hypothesizing, data gathering, interpretation, analysis and application will be included. 

Prerequisite Course: None

Principles of Ag Power, Structure, and Technical System-A is an introductory course educating students to the basic skills and knowledge in construction and land management. This course covers topics including safety, project management, land site management, irrigation and drainage and agriculture structures and components. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared for more advanced coursework in agricultural mechanics. 

Prerequisite Course: Intro to Agriculture 

Plant Science provides students with knowledge and information about the growth, development, and reproduction of plants used for food, fiber, and beautification. Topics may include plant anatomy and physiology, plant growth processes such as photosynthesis, propagation (reproduction) methods, taxonomy and classification, and plant identification. The course will also highlight developing communication skills, leadership skills, and incorporate a survey of the careers within the plant science industry. 

Prerequisite Course: Intro to Agriculture 

In this course student will be comparing and contrasting business models and identifying the advantages and disadvantages to owners and customers within the agribusiness chains. Students will show an understanding of basic recordkeeping skills and applications in an agribusiness. Components include the general journal, balance sheet, cash flow statements, and financial statements, reconciliation of accounts, net worth, income statements, and profit and loss statements. Students will understand how these records can allow for business decisions within an agribusinesses or Supervised Agriculture Experience (SAE) program. 

Prerequisite Course: Principals of Animal/Vet Science

Students will gain knowledge, skill and understanding in a variety of systems of production aswell as the care, management and handling of livestock and companion animal species. Nutrients and nutrition, types of feeds, balancing rations, herd health management, common diseases, parasites, disease treatment and prevention, reproductive management, routine administration techniques and basic animal handling will be the topics covered in this course. Current animal agricultural issues will be researched and addressed. The scientific processes of observation, hypothesizing, data gathering, interpretation, analysis and application will be included. 

Prerequisite Course: Principals of Power Tech and Structures

Advanced Welding Technology is an advanced course educating students in the advanced skills and knowledge in metal fabrication. Students will build on the skills and competencies presented in prerequisite courses. Students will learn cutting and welding applications of increasing complexity used in the manufacturing/metal fabrication industry. Student will be proficient in fundamental safety practices in welding, general industry-based metal fabrication skills, multiple welding processes, project management, quality control methods, and further advanced welding/metal fabrication technology and processes. 

Prerequisite Course: Animal Production

Students will focus on the care, maintenance, and management of livestock and companion animal species. Advanced techniques in animal behaviors and handling, routine administration and surgical procedures, governmental regulations and programs, animal identification protocols and procedures, HACCP analysis and monitoring, and facilities equipment for large, small, and exotic/alternative animal production will be developed. Current animal agricultural issues will be research and addressed. The scientific processes of observation, hypothesizing, data gathering, interpretation, analysis, and application will be included. Career opportunities and education preparation will be examined. Learning activities are varied with classroom. Laboratory and field experiences will be required. 

Prerequisite Course: Advanced welding/ Metal Fabrication 

This course will consist of the basic theory, operation and maintenance of the internal combustion engine primarily small engines. Students will gain basic understanding and interpretation of technical manuals. This course will also offer career opportunities in the equipment technician field. The course focuses on engines in compact equipment utilized in agriculture, construction and the green industry 

This course is designed to prepare students to enter the workforce through on-the-job training in the form of a work-based learning experience and may be combined with class instruction. Students will build on prior knowledge and skills in the program of study aligned to their career and academic plan to further develop and apply employability and technical skills that prepare them for success in future career and postsecondary education. Students will have the opportunity to develop skills in supervised practical experience on the job or in a classroom-based job environment. A personalized learning plan is a requirement of this course. 

Prerequisite course: Application to agriculture instructor 

Students that exhibit leadership behaviors and a passion for FFA may apply to be apart of ag leadership. We will focus on personal development and career readiness. This group of students will also be in charge of planning and creating monthly FFA events, large fundraisers, and competing on LDE/CDE teams to represent Wellington FFA at State contests.