Grade: 11th, 12th
Length: Year
Credit: Science Elective
Fees: Class Fee
Description: Students will develop knowledge and skills in a wide range of scientific principles, including genetics, anatomy, physiology, nutrition, disease, pests, and management practices of the livestock. Career opportunities and educational preparation are examined. Learning activities are varied, with classroom, laboratory and field experiences emphasized. Students in this course are eligible for FFA membership.
Grade: 10th, 11th, 12th
Length: Year
Credit: 1.0 Core Science
Fees: Class Fee
Description: Biology is the study of living things and their environment. Students will get a "hands on" experience in studying animals, plants, and all other organisms. Labs are an essential part of this class, as student’s study and learn by touching, smelling, feeling, and seeing the world in which they live. Genetics, cells, ecology and organisms (plants & animals) are studied in this course.
Grade: 10th, 11th, 12th
Length: Year
Credit: CTE
Fees: Class Fee
Description: Students will develop knowledge and skills related to the floriculture and greenhouse industries. Floral design and greenhouse operations and management will be the primary units of study. Students will be prepared to create floral arrangements, produce commercial plant species in a controlled environment, and manage commercial and hobby greenhouse operations. Students will learn the background knowledge needed to grow a variety of plants. Emphasis is placed on hands-on learning and technical skills.
Grade: 10th, 11th, 12th
Length: Year
Credit: Science Elective
Fees: Class Fee
Description: This course provides the opportunity for students to explore different avenues of the veterinary profession. Students will be exposed to veterinary science and principles which include anatomy, physiology, chemistry, animal health, disease, dentistry and laboratory procedures. Student will provide hand-on care as they develop skills in the areas of surgical assisting, bandaging, wound care, oral care, and general nursing care.
Students in this course are eligible for FFA membership.
Grade: 10th, 11th, 12th
Length: Year
Credit: Science Elective, CTE, (USU CE-PSC 1800)
Fees: Class Fee
Description: Plants are an essential part of our lives in many ways. This in-depth course allows students to explore the science behind growing and caring for plants. Students will learn principles of horticulture through hands-on learning experiences. Students will also have the opportunity to grow and maintain a variety of plants in the greenhouse throughout this year-long course. We will explore soils, plant anatomy and physiology, landscaping principles, greenhouse management, and career opportunities in the horticulture industry. Half of our time will be spent in the greenhouse.
Comments: 3rd year science credit, strongly encouraged to complete Biology or Bio Ag before enrolling
Grade: 12th
Length: Year
Credits: English Elective
Fees:
Description: Students will learn to communicate in a clear, courteous, concise, complete and correct manner on both the personal and professional levels. Competency will be developed in oral, written, interpersonal, technological and employment communications. The overriding goal is to provide students with a solid communication base. Student must take and pass both courses to receive the English elective credit.
Grade: 10th, 11th, 12th
Length: Year
Credits: CTE
Fees:
Description: Students will develop knowledge and skills in the application of principles and techniques of power, structural, technical systems, agricultural production and service. Students will develop basic skills in areas of hot and cold metal work, tool reconditioning, plumbing, painting, small gas engines, and welding. Safety and proper use of tools and equipment will be emphasized.