INTRO. TO AGRISCIENCE/AG (CTE) year 10-12 UC/CSU
Introduction to Agriscience is taught in theory, principles and a laboratory setting. The agriscience pathway helps students acquire a broad understanding of a variety of agricultural areas, develop an awareness of the many career opportunities in agriculture, participate in occupationally relevant experiences, and work cooperatively with a group to develop and expand leadership abilities. Students study California agriculture, agricultural business, agricultural technologies, natural resources, and animal, plant, and soil science.
FLORAL DESIGN PATHWAY
INTRO TO FLORAL DESIGN (CTE) year 10-12 UC/CSU
This course involves the fundamentals of floral design theory, techniques, and skills currently practiced in the floral design industry, including wedding, sympathy, party, holiday, and themed floral designs. Students will learn applied art principles, cut flower care & handling practices, proper and safe use of florist tools and materials, and facets of the floral industry. Course instruction also includes construction of flowers to wear, floral arrangements, foliage plant items, identification of plants and flowers, professional industry practices, and career opportunities. Course includes lectures, labs, guest speakers, presentations, demonstrations, and displays throughout the year.
ADVANCED FLORAL DESIGN (CTE) year 11-12 UC/CSU
This course involves expanding on the fundamentals of floral design theory, techniques, and skills currently practiced in the floral design industry, including wedding, sympathy, party, holiday, and themed floral designs. Students will learn how to coordinate events, run a floral shop, and create a subscription menu for our Floral Subscription program. Course includes lectures, labs, guest speakers, presentations, demonstrations, and displays throughout the year.
PLANT SCIENCE PATHWAY
PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCE (CTE) year 10-12 UC/CSU
This course is taught in theory, principles and a laboratory setting and is designed to prepare students for careers related in the field of Plants & Soil Science. Students will learn about the structure, growth processes, propagation, physiology, growth media, biological competitors and post-harvest factors of food, fiber and plants. Students will be expected to participate in course projects growing plants.
AG FOOD SCIENCE (CTE) year 11-12 UC/CSU
This course is designed to discover the relationships between agriculture, food, science, and nutrition. Basic laws of chemistry, microbiology, and physics are applied to the production, processing, preservation, and packaging of food. Characteristics of food components will be studied and research and development will be conducted in order to create value added food products. Problem solving and experimentation will provide application opportunities for the sciences as well as educate the student in a way where they can be an informed consumer of food products. Students will also have the opportunity to discuss and become involved in the process of growing their own food, and learning how to integrate these foods into their daily lives!
ANIMAL SCIENCE PATHWAY
LARGE ANIMAL SCIENCE (CTE) year 10-12 UC/CSU
This course will help students discover an in-depth understanding of a variety of agricultural areas, develop an awareness of the many career opportunities in agriculture, participate in occupationally relevant experiences, and work cooperatively with a group to develop and expand leadership abilities. Students study the livestock industry, anatomy, physiology, feeding, nutrition, genetics, reproduction, health and safety. California agriculture, agricultural business, agricultural technologies, and natural resources will be just a few topics that are also discussed.
AG VETERINARY SCIENCE (CTE) year 11-12 UC/CSU
This course will develop students' understanding of the small and companion animal industry, animal anatomy and physiology, animal nutrition, animal reproduction, animal ethics and welfare issues, animal health, veterinary medicine, veterinary office practices, and animal services to humans. Career exploration will focus on veterinarian, veterinary lab technicians, office lab assistant, small animal production, research lab assistant, and animal nutrition lab technician.
AG MECHANICS PATHWAY
AG MECHANICS I (CTE) year 10-12
This course is designed to allow students to study the areas of agriculture construction, safety, power, and electricity. Time will be spent learning theory and on individualized projects in the school shop. Workplace skills will be taught along with keeping a record of proficiencies accomplished with the students’ projects.
AG MECHANICS II (CTE) year 11-12
This course is designed to prepare students for careers related to the construction, operation and maintenance of equipment used in the agriculture industry. Topics include technology, physical science principles, construction, mechanics, and welding.
LABORATORY SCIENCE
AGRICULTURE BIOLOGY year 9-12 UC/CSU
This is a yearlong course designed to teach students about the basic building blocks of life. Biology is the study of living things: origins, structures, functions, heredity, growth and development, interactions among, and behavior of living things. Content is built around major biological concepts such as biochemistry and the biology of cells, genetics, evolution, ecology, physiologic systems, and the diversity of living things. Emphasis is placed on the utilization of mathematical, analytical, data acquisition, and communication skills as well as interdisciplinary approaches to discovery. Concepts and skills are reinforced by a strong emphasis on hands-on laboratory experiences and the integration of other branches of science. Applications to society, individuals, and the utilization of technology are included, as is consideration of the impact of human activity on biological systems.
AG. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE year 9-12 UC/CSU
This is a year-long course designed to show thematic connections between a variety of science disciplines including biology, chemistry, and physics. It gives students a coherent and realistic picture of the applications of a variety of scientific concepts as they manifest in our environment. While enrolled in environmental science, students will focus on human population growth, natural resources, and ecosystem dynamics. The aim of this course is to increase students’ knowledge of the environmental challenges of today, while continuing to cultivate scientific critical thinking skills.