AGRI-SCIENCE--CAREER/TECH DEPT
AGRICULTURAL EXPLORATION: - Full Year Course
Course #: 0101 – 0102
Credit: 2
Elective: Grades 9 - 11
Prerequisite: None
Course Description:
This course is designed for students interested in exploring the seven career pathways in agriculture:Agri-Business Systems, Animal Systems, Environmental Service Systems, Food Products and Processing Systems, Natural Resources Systems, Plant Systems, and Power, Structural, and Technical Systems.Shop safety and project along with quest speakers and movies are utilized. The FFA will also be discussed. Students will begin and maintain and individual Supervised Agricultural Experience. (SAE)
Skills Needed To Be Successful In The Class:
Positive attitude, communication skills.
Specific Outcomes -- The Student Will Be Expected To:
1.Describe the seven areas of agriculture.
2.Define agriculture.
3.Keep accurate records for agricultural enterprises.
4.List and describe two careers in each agricultural area.
Careers Related to Content:
Agricultural Instructor, Farming, Ranching, Bio Processor, Conservationist
AG MECHANICS AND CONSTRUCTION: - Semester Course
Course #: 0151
Credit: 1
Elective: Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisite: None
Course Description:
Students will develop skills in identification and the use of hand and power tools, welding and ag carpentry. Electricity, concrete, structures and small gas engines will also be studied if time permits. Students will have an opportunity to construct projects that are required and some of their choice. Approximately 50% of the time will be spent in the shop working on projects.
Skills Needed To Be Successful In The Class:
Mechanical, positive attitude, carpentry.
Specific Outcomes -- The Student Will Be Expected To:
1.Identify and describe 25 major hand tools.
2.Identify and describe 15 major power tools.
3.Weld a butt, lap, tee and corner joints.
4.Complete 4 assigned projects (2 wood, 2metal)
Careers Related to Content:
Implement Sales, Welder, Small Engine Mechanic, Implement Repair.
AGRI-SCIENCE--CAREER/TECH DEPT
ADVANCED AG MECHANICS AND CONSTRUCTION: - Semester Course
Course #: 0152
Credit: 1
Elective: Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Ag Mechanics
Course Description:
This class will be a continuation of Ag Mechanics. Areas to be studied will include hydraulics, pneumatics and robotics. Students will have the opportunity to construct the project of their choice. Approximately 75% of the time will be spent in the shop working on projects.
Skills Needed To Be Successful In The Class:
Mechanical, positive attitude and carpentry.
Specific Outcomes -- The Student Will Be Expected To:
1.Describe the difference between hydraulics and pneumatics.
2.Describe a basic hydraulic system.
3.Describe robotics systems and how they are important to industry.
4.Complete an ag mechanics project approved by instructor.
Careers Related to Content:
Welder, Mechanic, Ag Engineer, Sales
ANIMAL SCIENCE: - Semester Course
Course #: 0113
Credit: 1
Elective: Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisite: None
Course Description:
This course will deal with beef, dairy, swine, sheep and goats. Topics covered will include identification, selection-evaluation, marketing, nutrition, reproduction, genetics, cell development and more.
Skills Needed To Be Successful In The Class:
Positive attitude math, desire for animal welfare (humane treatment).
Specific Outcomes -- The Student Will Be Expected To:
1.Identify, select and evaluate breeds of beef, swine, dairy, sheep and goats.
2.Balance a ration.
3.Identify and label reproduction systems of beef, swine, sheep and goats.
4.Describe basic genetics and cell development.
5.Explain how livestock was domesticated and arrived in North America.
6.Explain the difference between animal rights and animal welfare.
Careers Related to Content:
Veterinarian, Livestock Breeder, Geneticist, Livestock Buyer, Feed Salesman/Nutritionist, Agricultural Instructor.
AGRI-SCIENCE--CAREER/TECH DEPT
HORSE/SMALL ANIMAL PRODUCTION: - Semester Course
Course #: 0123
Credit: 1
Elective: Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisite: None
Course Description:
Topics will include careers, care, management, marketing and sale of horses, small animals including rabbits, bees and pets. Field trips and guest speakers will be utilized as supplemental materials.
Skills Needed To Be Successful In The Class:
Positive attitude, communication skills, desire for animal welfare (humane treatment).
Specific Outcomes -- The Student Will Be Expected To:
1.Describe basic management practices for small animals.
2.Explain the development of the horse, identify 15 breeds and describe basic care.
3.Explain the development of the dog and identify 15 breeds.
4.Explain the development of the cat and identify 15 breeds.
5.Explain the difference between animal welfare and animal rights.
Careers Related to Content:
Veterinarian, Pet Store Supervisor, Small Animal Groomer, Kennel Supervisor.
WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT: - Semester Course
Course #: 0143
Credit: 1
Elective: Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisite: None
Course Description:
Topic area will center around the conservation and protection of the earth's resources. Subjects will includeWildlife Management, Water Quality, Air Quality and Soil Conservation.
Skills Needed To Be Successful In The Class:
Positive attitude, desire in environmental conservation, desire for animal welfare (humane treatment).
Specific Outcomes -- The Student Will Be Expected To:
1.Explain how wildlife management is important to wildlife species and humans.
2.Explain how resource conservation is important to present and future generations.
Careers Related to Content:
Wildlife Conservation Officer, Biologist, Park Supervisor, Environmental Engineer.
AGRI-SCIENCE--CAREER/TECH DEPT
HORTICULTURE: - Semester Course
Course #: 0131
Credit: 1
Elective: Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisite: None
Course Description:
This course is designed for students interested in ornamental and/or landscaping plants. Areas to be studied will include landscape design, floral arrangements, pruning, plant identification and more.
Skills Needed To Be Successful In The Class:
Positive attitude, math, drawing and imagination.
Specific Outcomes -- The Student Will Be Expected To:
1.Layout and design landscaping projects.
2.Design and create a floral arrangement.
3.Identify and describe the major ornamental/landscaping plants.
4.List and describe five horticulture careers.
Careers Related to Content:
Greenhouse Manager, Nursery Manager, Landscape Architect, Golf Course Superintendent, Bio Technologist
ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURE: - Semester Course
Course #: 0132
Credit: 1
Elective: Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Horticulture
Course Description:
This course is designed for students interested in ornamental and/or landscaping plants as well as greenhouse production. Areas to be studied will include greenhouse production (includes working in a greenhouse), landscape projects, plants sales and much more.
Skills Need To Be Successful In The Class:
Strong interest in plants, positive attitude, creatively.
Specific Outcomes:
1.Propagate popular ornamental plant varieties.
2.Identify the major ornamental plants.
3.Germinate and transplant popular ornamental plants.
4.Complete a landscape project.
Careers Related to Content:
Agricultural Instructor, Greenhouse & Nursery Manager, Landscape Architect and Golf Course Superintendent.
AGRI-SCIENCE--CAREER/TECH DEPT
AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS: - Full Year Course [FormerlyCommodity Marketing Strategies]
Course #: 0161 – 0162
Credit: 2
Elective: Grade 11 - 12
Prerequisite: None
Course Description:
This course is designed for the agricultural student planning on post-secondary education and eventually a career in agriculture. Topics will include career exploration and college requirements, cash flows, marketing, Chicago Board of Trade, budgeting, investments, speaking skills, record keeping and employment skills. Time will be allowed to create individual and group projects.
Skills Needed To Be Successful In The Class:
Positive attitude, communication skills and money management.
Specific Outcomes -- The Student Will Be Expected To:
1.Complete a 5-10 minute speech.
2.Keep accurate records (budgeting, enterprises, etc.).
3.Explain how the Chicago Board of Trade functions.
4.Explain how the Chicago Board of Trade is important to agriculture.
5.Complete a cover letter, resume’ and references.
6.Complete a 500 – 1000 word essay on a specific facet in agriculture.
Careers Related to Content:
Commodity Broker, AG Sales, Farm Manager, Agriculture Instructor.
BUSINESS-- CAREER/TECH DEPT
ACCOUNTING 1- Semester Course
Course #: 0201
Credit: 1
Elective Grades 11-12
Prerequisite: None
Course Description
Accounting 1 is for the students who desire beginning vocational preparation for accounting careers; or, for students looking to careers in related business fields for which mastery or some accounting knowledge, understanding, and application is needed; (small business ownership or entrepreneurship) or, for students seeking a foundation on which to continue studying business and accounting at the collegiate level. Understanding the accounting cycle is the basis of the course. Students begin with a simple accounting cycle and proceed to the more complex systems. Students will study the accounting cycle for a sole proprietorship and a partnership. The IBM computer lab, with accounting software, will be used to solve some of the problems. There is a fee for course material.
Skills Needed To Be Successful In The Class:
Students must have average or above average grades, be accurate, like to work with numbers, and have problemsolving skills.
Specific Expected Outcomes -- The Student Will Be Expected To:
1.Identify the correct definition of accounting terms and list career in the accounting field.
2.Distinguish between correct and incorrect accounting principles.
3. State and explain the fundamental accounting equation.
4. Record transactions in a journal and post to ledgers.
5.Describe for a cashbasis organization, each step of the accounting cycle.
6.Find and correct errors in the general journal and ledgers.
7.Handle the merchandise inventory account in a retail business.
8. Complete financial statements.
9. Prove cash.
10. Use special journals for transactions.
11.Demonstrate the ability to use subsidiary ledgers to keep track of receivables and payables.
Career Related to Content: Accounting Clerk, Junior or Assistant Accountant, Secretary, Typist, General Office Workers, Bookkeeper, Accountant.
BUSINESS-- CAREER/TECH DEPT
ACCOUNTING 2 - Semester Course
Course #: 0202
Credit: 1
Elective Grades 11-12
Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Accounting 1
Course Description:
Accounting 2 focuses on specific needs and interests of students. It is designed for students who have a desire to go to college and major in accounting or some other phase of business administration; to broaden and improve knowledge about business procedures and the use of accounting data. The course is essential for students considering small business ownership or a career in an entrepreneurial field. The computer lab, with accounting software, will be used to solve several problems in this class. There is a fee for course material.
Skills Needed To Be Successful In The Class:
Students must have average or above average grades, be accurate, like to work with numbers, and have problemsolving skills.
Specific Expected Outcomes -- The Student Will Be Expected To:
1.Complete correctly the worksheet for a merchandising business organized as a partnership.
2.Prepare schedules of accounts payable and receivable and compare the balances with those in the controlling accounts.
3.Plan adjustments on a worksheet for a merchandising business.
4.Complete financial statements for a partnership including balance sheets, income statements, distribution of net income or loss, and capital statements.
5.Perform steps included in end-of-cycle adjusting and closing entries.
6.Complete opening accounting steps for a corporation.
7.Analyze transactions dealing with purchases, sales, cash receipts, cash payments, returns and allowances, and refunds in special journals designed for each business.
8.Prepare payroll records and record the required entries.
9.Prepare tax reports and the required entries.
Careers Related to Content: Private Accounting, Public Accounting, Government/Not for Profit Accounting, Personal Accounting, Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Tax Accounting, Auditing.
BUSINESS-- CAREER/TECH DEPT
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS - Semester Course
Course #: 0203
Credit: 1
Elective Grades 9-10
Prerequisite: None
Course Description:
Introduction to Business is a one semester course which will provide students with a fundamental understanding of how business and our economy operate. As consumers, workers, and citizens, students should be able to interpret economic issues which affect them and manage their economic affairs efficiently and wisely. General Business is an excellent introductory course for any of the more specialized courses in the business department.
Skills Needed To Be Successful In The Class:
Students must be able to read, write, and express opinions and ideas verbally, visually, and in writing.
Specific Expected Outcomes -- The Student Will Be Expected To:
1.Make informed and intelligent personal, business, and consumer decisions.
2.Understand and appreciate the operations of the private enterprise system.
3.Understand his/her economic rights and responsibilities as a citizen in a democracy.
4.Explain how people, communities, and nations throughout the world depend upon each other.
5.Discuss the value of marketing upon a product.
6.Describe how tariffs, quotas, and embargoes affect world trade.
7.Explain the function of banks and their methods of operation and money earning.
Careers Related to Content: Introduction to Business is a life skill course related to any and all careers.
BUSINESS-- CAREER/TECH DEPT
BUSINESS PROCEDURES – New Semester Course
Combination of former courses – Office Procedures + Word Processing
NOTE: Students who have taken OFFICE PROCEDURES are not eligible for this course.
Students who have taken WORD PROCESSING – can take this course for credit.
Course #: 0233
Credit: 1
Elective Grades 10-12
Prerequisite: Possess a typing skill level of at least 30 wpm OR teacher approval
Course Description:
This ACTIVITY-ORIENTED class is designed to provide students with a realistic view of today's business procedures, equipment and activities while developing business skills that are important to all office-support personnel. Students will be placed in the role of an administrative assistant in a simulated workplace environment. Tasks will include processing, creating, formatting, updating business documents while performing related activities. Simulations used in this course may cover a variety of businesses; River Oaks Mall, Tennessee Science Education Association, Salk Alumni Association, HPJ Communication Specialists, Maple View Chamber of Commerce.
Skills Needed To Be Successful In The Class:
Planning and organization are important due to the number of individualized assignments. Students must also be able to follow oral and written instructions and have keyboarding skills. This course is recommended for students who possess basic computer skills and wish to improve these skills.
Specific Expected Outcomes -- The Student Will Be Expected To:
1.Understand the unique functions of the office and related career requirements.
2.Describe important safety, organization, and time management skills and demonstrate improved productivity.
3.Prepare calendars, agendas, travel itineraries, and meeting plans.
4.Code alphabetic, numeric, geographic and subject files using recognized ARMA filing rules.
6.Handle incoming and outgoing mail procedures.
7.Demonstrate proper telephone techniques in answering incoming and placing outgoing calls. Understand basic telecommunication concepts.
8.Prepare career-related papers (resume, application forms and letters, follow-up letters, skill inventories, interview questions, etc)
9. Demonstrate proficiency in using the functions and features of both the computer hardware and software while completing office simulations using a variety of software and interactive situations.
10..Keyboard and format usable/mailable documents, proofread and edit to correct all errors, and refine evaluation skills while increasing their keyboarding skill beyond their present level of keying speed and accuracy
Careers Related to Content:
Virtually every career requires the ability to utilize a computer to complete tasks. Any business has staff that works in the "OFFICE". Specifically, administrative assistants, receptionists, support staff, word processors, clerk-typists, data-entry operators, office supervisors, office managers, secretaries, Information Technology (IT Computer) Positions, Entrepreneurs, Managers, and Medical Records. Oftentimes the skills can be used for part-time college employment or used in their PERSONAL lives as a student, consumer, employee, and a person maintaining their own home/apartment.
BUSINESS-- CAREER/TECH DEPT
BUSINESS LAW - Semester Course
Course #: 2733
Credit: 1
Elective Grade 12
Prerequisite: None
Course Description:
Law affects each of us on a daily basis. The relationship between individuals, business, and government is very complex. This complexity makes a general understanding of how Business Law affects us as citizens, workers, and consumers an essential life skill and thus a course strongly recommended for all students. Students will find the content of this course interesting, dramatic, practical, relevant, and challenging.
Skills Needed To Be Successful In The Class:
Students must be able to read, write, and express opinions and ideas clearly and concisely; must be willing to work both independently and cooperatively; must demonstrate problemsolving skills, and must possess good work habits and study skills.
Specific Expected Outcomes -- The Student Will Be Expected To:
1.Understand their basic legal rights and responsibilities and apply them to their everyday roles as consumers, citizens, and workers.
2.Demonstrate a respect for law and an understanding of how the legal system functions.
3.Understand the purpose, format, and uses of a variety of common legal documents.
4.Understand the legal implications of various business transactions.
5.Possess a working vocabulary of the most frequently used legal terms.
6.Demonstrate decisionmaking, analysis, and application skills in solving frequently encountered legal situations.
Careers Related to Content: Virtually every aspect of life is touched by the law. Specifically Business Law is related to careers such as law enforcement, private investigators, court reporters, legal assistants, legal secretaries, lawyers, clerks of court, FBI agents, judges, insurance claims adjustors, title searchers and examiners, sol proprietors, and any career associated with business administration
BUSINESS-- CAREER/TECH DEPT
ENTREPRENEURSHIP - Semester Course (Formerly called MARKETING & MANAGEMENT)
Course #: 1803
Credit: 1
Elective Grades 11-12
Prerequisite: None
Course Description:
The primary focus of this class deals with ENTREPRENEURSHIP. This course provides insight into the characteristics, organization, and operation of business. Students will complete a BUSINESS PLAN for a business of their own choice.