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Program Planning .....................................................................................1
Accreditation .............................................................................................1
TBR and UT System Information ............................................................2
Suspension of Students ............................................................................2
Pupil Course Load ....................................................................................2
Loss of Credit for Duplicate Courses .....................................................2
Course Changes .........................................................................................2
Graduation Requirements .......................................................................2
Types of Diplomas ....................................................................................4
Columbia State Dual Enrollment Program ...........................................5
Graduation Exercises ................................................................................5
Credit Eligibility to Participate in Athletics ..........................................6
NCAA Checklist .......................................................................................6
Tennessee Scholars Program ...................................................................7
English Department ..................................................................................8
Fine Arts Department .............................................................................12
Foreign Language Department .............................................................13
Mathematics Department ......................................................................14
Mathematics Sequencing .......................................................................18
Physical Education Department ...........................................................19
Science Department ................................................................................21
Science Sequencing .................................................................................24
Social Studies Department .....................................................................25
Special Education ....................................................................................27
Career Cluster Programs of Study ........................................................28
Table of CTE Programs of Study……………………………………...29
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources ..........................................34
Architecture and Construction .............................................................37
Education and Training .........................................................................40
Government and Public Administration .............................................41
Health Science..........................................................................................42
Human Resources ...................................................................................44
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Information Technology ........................................................................48
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security .....................................50
Manufacturing .........................................................................................51
Transportation, Distribution and Logistics .........................................55 iii

CORNERSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
EDUCATIONAL PLANNING GUIDE
INTRODUCTION
This guide contains general scheduling information, graduation requirements, suggestions for course selections and course descriptions. It contains the new Tennessee
State Board of Education High School Policy changes effective for all ninth graders
2009-2010 school year:
All students will have access to a rigorous curriculum that includes challenging subject matter, emphasizes depth rather than breadth of coverage, emphasizes critical thinking and problem solving, and promotes responsible citizenship and lifelong learning.*
Students: Obtain planning materials and registration forms from Guidance Office, give careful consideration to course choices (in terms of their own career interests, future career plans and Tennessee graduation requirements), consult parents and school staff members for academic advice, deliver course request form, which has been approved and signed by parents to Guidance Office at time of registration.
Parents: Review planning materials and course descriptions and assist students in making choice of program of study or elective focus and the corresponding course choices; consult teachers, counselor or principal whenever further academic advice is needed, approve students’ course of study proposal by signing the course request forms.
Teachers: Advises students regarding required courses and focused electives, specifically as they pertain to the teacher’s subject area of expertise. This may include course content, scope, and sequence.
Counselor: Serves as consultant to students, parents, and teachers whenever requested or needed in the six-year-planning process, is available to all above for guidance in the decision-making process regarding high school course and career planning, taking into consideration assessments of student skills, interests and work values, and assisting in any particular problem or question needing counselor assistance, reviews course requirements and request forms for each student.
*Tennessee State Board of Education High School Policy 2.103
ACCREDITATION
Cornersville High School is accredited by the Tennessee State Department of Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
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TBR AND UT SYSTEM INFORMATION
Cornersville High School CORE CURRICULUM courses listed below do meet minimum requirements for admission to schools funded by the state of Tennessee.
(Additional courses may be necessary for admission to specific programs.) Listing of UT
System and TBR colleges/universities and TN Technology Centers and their respective admission requirements can be obtained through the admissions department website of these institutions. A listing of institutions is available at www.collegefortn.org
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PUPIL COURSE LOAD
Eight (8) classes per year is considered a normal course-load for students enrolled at Cornersville High School.
SUSPENSION OF STUDENTS – TCA 49-6-3401 (f)
Cornersville High School will uphold any suspension or expulsion of any students attempting to enter Cornersville High School. The student will have to fulfill his suspension or any disciplinary action at his previous school before enrolling or complete the suspension or disciplinary action at Cornersville High
School before attending regular classes.
LOSS OF CREDIT FOR DUPLICATE COURSES
Students must check carefully to make sure that they do not register for a course for which they have previously received credit. The final checking for duplicate courses is an individual’s responsibility. Neglect or oversight on the part of the student will result in the loss of a credit.
COURSE CHANGES
Only in very unusual circumstances will schedule changes be allowed after the designated deadline for schedule changes each semester. The student should contact the principal or school counselor about a schedule change if there has been a duplication of a class, a failure to be scheduled in a required course, etc. When a change needs to be made, the student should obtain required schedule change form from the counselor or principal and then have former teacher and newly assigned teacher to initial the form.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
According to Tennessee MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE APPROVAL
OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS, CHAPTER 0520-1-3, Rule 0520-1-3-06, the following are graduation requirements effective with the 9 th
grade class of 2009-2010 and thereafter.
Moreover, students must meet local Board of Education’s requirements for graduation.
For an updated and comprehensive report of the new TN Board of Education Policy
2.103, please go to official TDOE website at www.tennessee.gov/education . In general,
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all students will be required to complete one focused plan of study meeting same requirements (whereas prior to ninth grade class 2009/10 year, students could select one of three paths and take courses to complete his selected path).
Ready Core Curriculum Units
English Language Arts……………………………………………………………. 4
Mathematics*……………………………………………………………………... 4
Science**…………………………………………………………………………. 3
Social Studies***…………………………………………………………………. 3
Wellness…………………………………………………………………………… 1
Physical Education………………………………………………………………… 0.5
Personal Finance…………………………………………………………………… 0.5
Foreign Language****…………………………………………………………….. 2
Fine Arts****……………………………………………………………………… 1
Elective Focus……………………………………………………………………… 3
Total………………………………………………………………………………... 22
*Must be Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II plus one additional mathematics course beyond Algebra I. All students must be enrolled in a math class each year . Students with qualifying disabilities in math as documented in the IEP shall be required to achieve at least Algebra I and Geometry (or the equivalent).
**Must be at least Biology I and either Chemistry or Physics plus another laboratory science. Students with qualifying disabilities in reading and/or math as set forth in IEP must achieve at least
Biology I and two (2) other lab science credits.
***Must be United States History, World History or World
Geography, Economics and U. S. Government.
****Students NOT planning on attending university may have the foreign language and fine art requirement waived. ( Student should replace these requirements with courses designed to enhance and expand his elective focus. At Cornersville School, student must make intentions to not attend a college or university known and have form signed by parent in person and in the principal’s office and kept on file in student’s permanent record .)
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Students will complete an elective focus of no less than three (3) credits. The elective focus may be Career and Technical Education (CTE or formerly referred to as vocational classes)—three units in the same CTE program of study, science and/or math, humanities
(language arts, social studies, and/or foreign language), fine arts, AP/IB (not currently available at Cornersville School), or other board-approved foci.
End-of-Course examinations will eventually be given at the end of all the following courses:
English I Algebra I Biology I U.S. History
English II Geometry Chemistry*
English III Algebra II Physics*
The results of these exams will be factored into the student’s grade up to 25% as determined by the TN Board of Education.
* EOC Exams for these courses are being developed/ piloted in the future.
Thus, a student must achieve a passing score for the course average, not pass any one examination as previous classes of students have been required (e.g. Gateway examinations).
Students with disabilities failing to earn a final grade of 70 in a core requirement course with an end-of-course exam and whose disability adversely effects performance on
that test may be allowed through an approved process to demonstrate knowledge and skills through an alternative performance-based means as determined through the IEP.
Regular High School Diploma
All students must earn prescribed 22 credits and have a satisfactory record of attendance and discipline to earn a
.
Transition Certificate
Students with disabilities, upon completing 22 credits and IEP with satisfactory attendance and discipline may be awarded a
and continue to work toward a regular high school diploma through the end of the school year in which they turn twenty-two years old.
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IEP Certificate
Students with disabilities may be awarded an IEP certificate if they have satisfactorily completed an IEP, a portfolio, and have satisfactory records of attendance and conduct.
Honors
To graduate with
, students must score at or above the readiness benchmark scores on the ACT or the SAT exam.
Distinction
To graduate
students must attain a “B” average and complete at least one of the following (list contains current offerings through Cornersville School):
 earn a nationally recognized industry certification
 participate in at least one of the Governor’s Schools
 be selected as a National Merit Finalist or Semi-finalist
 attain a score of 31 or higher composite score on ACT
 earn 12 or more semester hours of transcripted postsecondary credit.
DUAL ENROLLMENT
Cornersville School juniors and seniors are eligible to dual enroll in courses at Columbia
State Community College and at Tennessee Technology Centers in Shelbyville, Pulaski and Lewisburg. Certain eligibility criteria applies. These courses may enhance one’s program of study or elective focus and may count as both high school and technical school or high school and college credit. Currently, based on the availability of funds through the TN Education Lottery Scholarship program, tuition may be partially or totally funded through the Dual Enrollment Grant. Students interested should include this coursework as a component of their six-year plans in consultation with the school counselor. Instructions for applying and eligibility requirements are made available through the Guidance Office as the student registers for 11 th
and 12 th
grade coursework during the spring semester of his tenth or eleventh grade years.
GRADUATION EXERCISES
Graduation exercises shall be held on the dates provided by the Board of Education. In cases or emergencies the Board may approve an earlier date.
It is the policy of Marshall County Board of Education that any senior that has met all graduation requirements on the day of graduation may participate in graduation activities.
CREDIT ELIGIBILITY TO PARTICIPATE IN ATHLETICS
Cornersville High School is a member of TSSAA and follows its eligibility rules for athletic participation. For updated information regarding Article II, Section 1(a) of the
TSSAA Bylaws, go to www.tssaa.org
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NCAA ELIGIBILITY WORKSHEET
Student athletes who intend to participate in athletic programs at NCAA institutions must register with NCAA at the end of junior year in high school. Students intending on registering with NCAA to play college athletics must notify Guidance Office prior to senior year for required course planning. For complete and updated procedure and list of high school course requirements and other eligibility criteria, go to www.ncaa.org
. See below for instructions of how the eligibility process works:
Grades 9 and 10

Student takes academic college-preparatory courses, preferably one in each of the following areas: English, math, science, social studies and foreign language. The student should compare course selection against the list of NCAA-approved core courses.
Grade 11

Student continues to take college preparatory courses in the areas listed above.

Student registers for the SAT and/or ACT, making sure to use code 9999 at the time of registration. Using code 9999 will ensure the score is reported directly to the Eligibility
Center.
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Student registers with the NCAA Eligibility Center and completes both the academic information and the amateurism questionnaire.
 At the end of the student’s sixth semester, the guidance counselor sends the student’s transcript (or transcripts, if more than one high school) to the Eligibility Center.
Grade 12
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Student continues to take college preparatory courses in English, math, science, social studies and foreign language.

Student registers for additional ACT/SAT tests if necessary, making sure to use code
9999 at the time of registration.
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On or after April 1 of the senior year, the student goes back into their Eligibility Center account to update their academic and amateurism information and request final amateurism certification.
 After graduation, the guidance counselor sends the student’s final transcript (which needs to include evidence and the date that the student graduated) to the Eligibility Center.
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TENNESSEE SCHOLARS PROGRAM
The Tennessee Scholars program is a course of study which is an elective program separate from the new
TDOE graduation requirements. Its goal is to encourage students to take more demanding high school classes and prepare them to be better qualified workers and students of the future. Beginning with the
2009/10 freshman class, Tennessee Scholars are required to meet all of the new graduation requirements.
In addition, other eligibility requirements must be met as delineated on the following table.
2012 Graduates TDP
English
Math
Tennessee Scholars
11,12 graduates
4 credits
4 credits (Alg.I,
II, Geometry, & 1 higher math
Science 3 credits in lab science
(Biology and Chemistry, plus another lab science( Physic preferred)
Social Studies 3 credits
2013 Graduates and
Beyond
Tennessee Scholars
2013 graduates and beyond
4 credits in standard or above
4 credits (Alg.I,
II, Geometry, & 1 higher math required
“Bridge math does not count for
TN Scholars”
3 credits in lab science
Biology and Chemistry required plus 1 other lab science
(Physics Preferred)
Tennessee Diploma Path
2013 and beyond
4 credits
4 credits (These courses could be regular, integrated or technical, 4 th year of math can be a bridge math class)
3 credits
Biology, chemistry or physics, and one other lab science
3 credits
Personal Finance
Additional
Requirements
Any combination of two
2 CTE credits or
2 additional AP classes or
2 Dual Credit, Dual
Enrollment, online classes or
2 Additional International
Baccalaureate
3credits
Must meet state TDP requirements
.5 credit
Any combination of two
2 CTE credits or
2 additional AP classes or
2 Dual Credit, Dual
Enrollment, online classes or
2 Additional International
Baccalaureate
.5 credit
3 credit elective
Foreign language
Fine Arts
2 credits in same language(CANNOT OPT
OUT)
1 credit (CANNOT OPT
OUT)
Wellness
2 credits in same language(CANNOT OPT
2 credits in same language
Can opt out if not going to
OUT) college
1 credit (CANNOT OPT OUT) 1 credit ( Can opt out if not
Must satisfy the requirements for
TDP going to college)
1.5 credit Physical
Education and health
Attendance
Discipline
Volunteer
Service
Average
95% Required(9days per year or no more than 36 total days
95% Required(9days per year or no more than 36 total days in in 4 years 4 years)
No “out of school suspensions” No “out of school suspensions”
40 hours 80 hours in 4 years
Maintain “C” average. Maintain “C” average in all
Tennessee Scholars classes
Pass subjects
****Dual and online credit is acceptable to fulfill the requirements to be a Tennessee Scholar.
In 2009 56.5% of Tennessee students who took the minimum Tennessee Scholars course requirements met all four benchmarks for College and Career Readiness. Average ACT score of 2011 Tennessee Scholars is 23.5.
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English I Course No. 3001 1 credit Grade 9
English I focuses on the study of grammar skills and usage with its application to writing sentences. Skills needed for effective speaking and writing form the core of the course. Areas stressed are the sentence, parts of speech, complements, phrases and clauses, verbals, agreement, capitalization and punctuation. The remaining time is divided among literature, paragraph writing, dictionary skills, and the introduction to library resources. The course includes EOC exam to count up to 25% of second nine- week average as specified by TDOE.
English I Honors Course No. 3001H 1 credit Grade 9
Prerequisite: Recommendation of eighth grade English teacher, based on established guidelines.
This course is designed for students who have a good background and understanding of English grammar. The course will focus on common grammar problems as pertaining to individual students and will emphasize the literature of the freshman level. The class will include extensive outside reading and writing assignments. The course includes EOC exam to count up to 25% of second nine-week average as specified by TDOE.
English II Course No. 3002 1 credit Grade 10
Prerequisite: Successful completion of English I
This course embraces the study of the short story, novel, drama, poetry, mythology, nonfiction, and a review of grammar. The reading includes selections from both American and world literature. Emphasis is placed upon interpretive and aesthetic appreciation of the art of writing as well as basic writing skills. Course includes AYP/EOC exam to count up to 25% of second nine- week average as specified by TDOE.
English II Honors Course No. 3002H 1 credit Grade 10
Prerequisites: Successful completion of English I, high motivation, parental consent, recommendation of English I teacher, and a C in other classes
This course is designed for students who have a good background and understanding of English grammar. The course will offer little grammar, except
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for review, and will emphasize writing skills along with the literature of the sophomore level. The class will include extensive outside reading and writing assignments. Course includes AYP/EOC exam to count up to 25% of second nine- week average as specified by TDOE.
English III Honors Course No. 3003H 1 credit Grade 11
Prerequisites: Successful completion of English II, high motivation, recommendation of English II teacher, parental consent, and a C in other classes
English III is a course that combines composition with a survey study of
American literature. The composition study includes a brief review of grammar.
The literature study follows the chronological account of American history as it pertains to the literary history of the nation. Considerable outside reading is required in addition to textbook reading. ACT preparation in grammar, reading, and writing are included. English III Honor students will complete a full research paper. State-mandated EOC is required, and counts 25% of second nine-week average. All 11 th graders are required to take the Writing Assessment.
English III Course No. 3003 1 credit Grade 11
Prerequisite: Successful completion of English II
English III is a course that combines composition with a survey study of
American literature. The composition study includes a brief review of grammar.
The literature study follows the chronological account of American history as it pertains to the literary history of the nation. ACT preparation in grammar, reading and writing are included. English III students will complete a full research paper. State-mandated EOC is required, and counts 25% of 2 nd 9-week average. All 11 th graders are required to take the Writing Assessment.
English IV Honors Course No. 3005H 1 credit Grade 12
Prerequisites: Successful completion of English III, recommendation of
English III teacher, high motivation, parental consent, and a C in other classes
This course is designed for students who plan to go to college and want an accelerated course of study. This honors course will focus on writing and literature, both in the textbook and in outside reading in novels and plays, to give students the background necessary for success in college. Considerable
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outside reading is required. A full, documented research paper will be completed. Some ACT review is included throughout the course.
English IV Course No. 3005 1 credit Grade 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of English III
This course is also a college preparatory course, but without the degree of acceleration of the English IV Honors course. The course will focus on writing and literature, both in the textbook and in outside reading in novels and plays, to give students a background that will enable them to adequately perform in college English or career. A full research paper will be completed. Some ACT review is included in the course.
Journalism I, II Course No. 3008 1 credit each course Grades 11, 12
Prerequisite: Keyboarding, English II, and Journalism I must be completed to take Journalism II
In this course, students learn journalism skills through the required curriculum and practice skills in the production of the yearbook. These Journalism courses are electives and do not count as an English requirement.
Journalism III, IV Course No. 3008 1 credit each course Grades 11, 12
Prerequisite: Journalism I, II
This course is offered only to those students who have earned a 90 average in
Journalism II and 85 average in the last English taken. Students will serve as editors of the yearbook and will be responsible for meeting page deadlines.
These Journalism courses are electives and do not count as an English requirement. Course requirements include state and yearbook curriculum as well as meeting production schedules.
Creative Writing Course No. 3012 1 credit Grades 10, 11, 12
Students will be given the opportunity to develop this creative outlet through additional writing experiences. While students explore a variety of genres of writings, emphasis will be placed upon improving style and mechanics. Some
ACT review will be included in conjunction with skill building. Creative writing is an elective that does not count as an English requirement.
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Content Area Reading Course No. 3081 1 Credit Grades 9, 10
Content Area Reading focuses on the student who would benefit from additional practice and instruction in reading to be successful with EOC tests. The concentration will be on proficiency in reading skills for the various courses.
Reading scores or teacher recommendation is needed to sign up. This class will be offered in addition to the regular English class and will not substitute for it.
Students taking this course will be recommended by their English teacher or will be enrolled by administration based on the indication of their standardized reading scores.
ACT Prep- English Course No. 9350 ½ or 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12
This course will focus on preparing students to improve ACT test performance by review of mathematics concepts, formulas, and problem-solving skills for nine weeks and review of English, Reading, and Science Reasoning for nine weeks. Using students’ PLAN test results, review in all subtest areas will be individualized using A+ software to help students improve ACT performance.
Students will alternate between classroom instruction/review and computer lab experience. Attention will be given to practice testing and applying test-taking strategies as well.
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Art I Course No. 3501 1 credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
This course involves a study of the elements of art and principles of design; art criticism and aesthetics; especially student art production of 2-D and 3-D designs which emphasize drawing, painting, pen and ink, printmaking, and wooden, plaster sculpture or clay.
An introduction of major historical art styles and cultures up through contemporary art scene will enhance student art work throughout the course instead of concentration on a separate study of art history.
General Music Course No. 3505 1 credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
General Music is divided into two distinct learning areas. Emphasis during the first 9 weeks is placed on the awareness of music fundamentals. This includes rhythm, pitch, dynamics, note recognition and scales. Vocal ranges and instruments of the orchestra round out the semester.
Class Piano 3540 1 credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
The purpose of this course is to gain proficiency at the keyboard through the study of music reading, composition/ and history and literature and piano technique. Three levels of instruction are included in the following framework.
This plan is for a total of four years of class piano courses. Students will develop interpretative skills based upon directed study of keyboard literature. In addition to developing a strong technical foundation, students will be encouraged to acquire solo and ensemble performance skills and healthy practice habits.
Note: State Board of Regents require the Fine Arts credit to be one (1) full credit in the same course.
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It is strongly recommended that any ninth-grade student taking foreign language must have made a “B” in eighth-grade English or a "C" in 9 th grade
English. Foreign language study is required for high school graduation unless parent/ student has form on file stating his intent to attend technical school upon his graduation. Two units of the same foreign language meet university entrance requirements.
Spanish I Course No. 3021 1 credit Grades 9, 10, 11
Prerequisite: 1 credit of English I
Review of basic English grammar with emphasis on communication in Spanish via speaking, writing, reading, listening and representing. Spanish and Hispanic culture and geography studied through basic research in cooperative groupings for library skills. Basic vocabulary, audio-lingual practice, and grammar are taught in the present tense, the simple past tense, and future tense. Evaluation:
Written paragraphs in Spanish and speaking/listening proficiency.
Spanish II Course No. 3022 1 credit Grades 10, 11, 12
A review of Spanish I with an in-depth study of communication skills in Spanish is stressed. Listening, speaking, writing, reading and representing skills are taught via cooperative grouping and library research. Vocabulary, grammar and audio-lingual practice in the simple present, past and future tenses are emphasized. An overview of Spanish History and Hispanic influence is presented. Evaluation: Written essay in Spanish and speaking/listening proficiency.
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Algebra IA/ Algebra IB Course No. 31023/ 31024 1 credit Grade 9
Algebra IA/Algebra IB is intended as a year-long study to teach the student to apply the techniques of algebra beginning with simple first degree equations and signed numbers. Graphs and solutions of simultaneous equations are discussed.
The use of products and factors in algebraic equations, ratios and proportion, and radicals is examined. Algebra IB course includes AYP/EOC exam to count up to 25% of second nine- week average as specified by TDOE.
Algebra I—Honors Course No. 3102H 1 credit Grades 9
Prerequisite: Recommendation of 8 th grade math teacher. (Based on
established guidelines.)
This course is an accelerated Algebra I course. It is designed for the highly motivated, skilled math student, especially one who plans to major in mathematics, science, or other highly technical fields. Course includes
AYP/EOC exam to count up to 25% of second nine- week average as specified by
TDOE.
Algebra IIA/ Algebra II B Course No. 31033/31034 1 credit Grades 11
Prerequisite: Geometry
Algebra IIA/ Algebra IIB is intended as a year-long study to teach the student to apply the techniques of algebra beginning with second degree equations and inequalities. Polynomial functions, and logarithmic functions complete Algebra
IIA. Algebra IIB includes sequences and series, probability and statistics, matrices, periodic functions, and trigonometry. Algebra IIB course includes
AYP/EOC exam to count up to 25% of second nine- week average as specified by
TDOE.
Algebra II Honors Course No. 3103H 1 credit Grades 11
Prerequisite: Geometry Honors with at least a "B" average or teacher recommendation.
This course is an accelerated Algebra II course to promote higher order thinking.
This is designed for college bound students, or technical students in the math field. Algebra II Honors course includes AYP/EOC exam to count up to 25% of second nine week average as specified by TDOE.
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Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry Course No. 3124 1 Credit Grades 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra II and Geometry
This course is designed as a fourth math credit, following Alg. I, Geometry, and
Algebra II, and preceding Pre-Calculus. This course may serve as a fourth year math course for all students beginning Freshman 2009-2010 not planning to enter a field emphasizing math, science, or technology, or (2) an intermediate course leading into pre-calculus for those who do plan to enter a technical field. Focus is on relations, functions, curve sketching, exponents, logarithms, trigonometry, matrices, probability and statistics, coordinate geometry, and linear programming.
Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry Honors Course No. 3124 1 credit
Grades 11, 12
Prerequisites: Algebra II and Geometry with at least a “B” average or teacher recommendation.
This course is designed as a fourth math credit, following Alg. I, Geometry, and
Algebra II, and preceding Pre-Calculus. This course may serve as (1) a final high school math course for university path students not planning to enter a field emphasizing math, science, or technology, or (2) an intermediate course leading into pre-calculus for those who do plan to enter a technical field. Focus is on relations, functions, curve sketching, exponents, logarithms, trigonometry, matrices, probability and statistics, coordinate geometry, and linear programming.
Pre-Calculus Honors Course No. 3126 1 credit Grade 12
Prerequisite: Algebra II, Geometry, and recommended Adv. Alg. & Trig.
Pre-calculus is for students planning a college curriculum which will require more than the minimum of science, math, and/or technology. Focus is on sequences, series, probability, conics, polar coordinates, parametric, equations, three- dimensional coordinate system, and limits.
Calculus Course No. 3113
Prerequisite: Pre- Calculus
1 Credit Grade 12
This course is designed to prepare students for a college curriculum which will require more than the minimum of science, math, and/or technology. Focus is on integrals, derivatives, limits, Riemann sums, functions, and the Fundamental
Theorem of Calculus.
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Geometry A/ Geometry B Course No. 31083/31084 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Grade 10
Geometry A/ Geometry B is intended as a year- long study to teach the student the concepts of Geometry. It is a course in the study of size, shape, and position of figures in space. Both plane geometry, dealing with figures with two dimensions, and solid geometry, dealing with figures of three dimensions, are considered. It offers careful training and practice in logical thinking.
Geometry Course No. 31082 1 credit Grade 10
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Geometry is a course in the study of size, shape, and position of figures in space.
Both plane geometry, dealing with figures two dimensions, and solid geometry, dealing with figures of three dimensions, are considered. This course develops the meaning and nature of mathematical proof, with its chief emphasis on deductive reasoning. It offers careful training and practice in logical thinking.
Geometry Honors: Course No. 31082H 1 credit Grade 10
Prerequisites: “B” in Algebra I Honors or teacher recommendation.
This is an accelerated geometry class to promote higher order thinking. Some topics to be covered beyond the regular geometry are analytical geometry and trigonometry. This class will be taught at a faster pace than a regular geometry.
Technical Geometry Course No. 31082 1 Credit Grade 10
This course incorporates the same core geometric concepts in a standard geometry course but includes additional topics that focus on career and technical applications. These concepts will be taught using practical applications in a contextual style of teaching, including labs and projects.
ACT Prep- Math Course No. 9350 ½ or 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12
This course will focus on preparing students to improve ACT test performance by review of mathematics concepts, formulas, and problem-solving skills for nine weeks and review of English, Reading, and Science Reasoning skills for nine weeks. Using students’ PLAN test results, review in all subtest areas will be individualized using A+ software to help students improve ACT performance.
Students will alternate between classroom instruction/review and computer lab experience. Attention will be given to practice testing and applying test-taking strategies as well.
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Bridge Math Course No. 3181 1 Credit Grade 12
Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II
This course will be offered to twelfth grade students scoring below 19 on ACT math subtest, taken in eleventh grade. The skills will be introduced in conjunction with appropriate mathematical concepts and be related to previous learning. Applications of these skills will play a principal role in the learning and assessment process.
Finite Math Course No. 3182 1 Credit
Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II
Grade 12
This course is designed to prepare students for both college and the workplace.
Students choosing this course would be less likely to enroll in a STEM Calculus course upon entering college. However, this course will provide a foundation for students entering a business application Calculus course or other general education mathematics course.
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HONORS:
9--Algebra I Honors
10—Geometry Honors
11—Algebra II Honors
MATH SEQUENCING
NON-HONORS:
Algebra IA/Algebra IB*
Geometry Geometry A/Geometry B** Technical Geometry
Algebra II A/ Algebra IIB***
12--Advanced Alg. & Trig. Honors Advanced Alg. & Trig. OR Bridge Math**** Finite Math
11--Pre-Calculus Honors
12- Calculus
*Algebra IA will count as an elective credit, but must be taken in conjunction with Algebra IB in same year.
**Geometry IA/IB will be offered for students needing additional seat time. (Students with IEP with math disabilities may opt to take Algebra
IA/B and Geometry IA/IB to satisfy requirements for all 4 mathematics graduation requirements.)
However, Technical Geometry will also count as Geometry requirement for students not attending a university and who have form on file in permanent record. Students who opt to take Tech. Geometry as 3 rd math will be required to take Algebra I and II also and a senior math credit.
***Algebra IIA will count as an elective, but must be taken in conjunction with Algebra IIB in the same year.
****Bridge Math is a course being developed which may serve as 4 th math requirement and be offered to students with <19 on ACT math subtest.
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Driver Education Course No. 3321 9 weeks 1/2 credit Grades 10, 11, 12
This course offers students thirty hours of classroom instruction and six hours of behind-the-wheel instruction. The course attempts to develop the essential skills and habits necessary for the safe and efficient operation of a motor vehicle on our public street and highways.
Health Course No. 3399 1/2 or 1 credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
This course focuses mainly on the nutritional and personal fitness levels of students and goes into more detail than Lifetime Wellness. Students that complete this course will have a more in-depth knowledge of nutritional and fitness levels.
Lifetime Wellness Course No. 3303 1 credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
This course focuses on knowledge intrinsic to one’s wellness as a lifestyle.
The curriculum is consistent with the ‘HEALTHY PEOPLE 2000’ national goals. The process is intended to integrate the emotional, social, intellectual and physical dimensions of self for a longer, more productive life and a higher quality of that life. Strands of study include but are not limited to the following: Nutrition, Personal Fitness and Related Skills, Mental Health,
Disease Prevention and Control, Safety and First-Aid, Sexuality and Family
Life, and Substance Abuse. Students completing this course will be better prepared to assume responsibilities for personal Lifetime Wellness.
Recreational P. E. Course No.3399 .5 or 1 credit Grades 9,10,11,12
This course covers the rules involved in various recreational activities and the rationale for choosing some activities that will alleviate stress and promote physical fitness and well being for adult life. Grades are based on tests and participation in playing the activities. This course includes, but is not limited to hiking, golf, badminton, horseshoes, touch football, volleyball, fishing and archery. The students will be introduced to several different activities and encouraged to pursue some of them as activities for a lifetime.

Weight Training Course No. 3399 1/2 or 1 credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
The class will orient students to weight facilities as well as a beginning strength and conditioning system. The emphasis will be placed upon free weight training for the development of a strong and well-proportioned physique. Additionally, there will be a classroom discussion about basic nutrition and basic physiology as they relate to body development. The class will also introduce a character curriculum, which includes, but is not limited to, attitude, self-image, and responsibility.
Success Skills through Service Learning Course No. 9395 1 credit
Grades 10, 11, 12
Success Skills through Service Learning is designed to provide a comprehensive approach focusing on ethical, social and intellectual skill development.
Mastering the standards will enable students to develop personal integrity based on positive values; to learn respect and responsibility; and learn citizenship in schools and community.

Biology Course No. 3210 1 credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
This course provides students with the opportunity to learn more about the living world. This course provides an introduction to the areas of genetics, microbiology, zoology, botany, and ecology with an emphasis on laboratory experiences. Course includes AYP/EOC exam to count up to 25% of second nine- week average specified by the TDOE.
Biology I Honors Course No. 3210H 1 credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation (based on established 8 th grade
guidelines.)
For the student who is above average academically, this class introduces the student to studies in biochemistry, genetics, microbiology, zoology, botany, and ecology with an emphasis on laboratory experiences. Course includes
AYP/EOC exam to count up to 25% of second nine- week average specified by the TDOE.
Biology II Honors Course No. 3216 1 credit Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology or Biology Honors with a grade of B or better;
Chemistry and/or Environmental Science with a grade of B or better; written approval of the instructor.
This course will focus on cellular biology, genetics, and the biochemical basis of life. This course is laboratory intensive and students will be expected to devote significant time to the course.
Chemistry Course No. 3221 1 credit Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Algebra I with C average or permission of chemistry instructor
Physical Science and Biology
This is a laboratory science which emphasizes the basics of chemistry. Good math skills are needed to understand the problems involved in chemical relations. College preparation is considered in the course content.

Earth Science Course No. 3204 1 credit Grades 10,11,12
This course is designed to provide students with a balanced approach to the study of the earth and its composition.
Environmental Science (taught as a natural science) Course No. 3260 1 credit
Grade 9, 10
This course is designed to provide students with a balanced approach to the diverse study of our environment. The emphasis is the study of science and the development of thinking and decision making skills. The goal is to provide students with the science background they need to analyze for themselves many of the issues concerning our environment.
Physical Science Course No. 3202 1 credit Grades 9
Physical science is an introductory laboratory science course that focuses on the basic principles and concepts of physics and chemistry. This course lays a solid foundation in science for further study in the more advanced science courses offered at CHS.
Physics Honors Course No. 3231 1 credit Grades 11, 12
Prerequisite: Geometry or teacher recommendation
The discipline of Physics is currently considered to be the study of those aspects of nature which deal with the properties, changes, interactions, et cetera of matter and energy. The wide range of topics covered includes Newtonian mechanics (classical mechanics), electricity, magnetism, optics, atomic physics, and nuclear physics. It is intended for students who have the ability to think analytically, who have a sound background in mathematics, and who desire an outstanding college-preparatory course in physics.
Anatomy & Physiology Honors Course No. 3251 1 Credit Grades 11, 12
Prerequisite: Biology I & Chemistry I
Anatomy and Physiology is the study of the body’s structures and respective functions at the molecular/ biochemical, cellular, tissue, organ, systemic, and organism levels. Students explore the body through laboratory investigations, models, diagrams, and/or comparative studies of the anatomy of other organisms. The study of anatomy and physiology prepares students for a variety

of pursuits such as health care, sports, and fitness careers, as well as for taking an active part in their own health and wellness.
ACT Prep- Science Reasoning Course No. 9350 1/ 2 or 1 Credit Grades
10, 11, 12
This course will focus on preparing students to improve ACT test performance by review of mathematics concepts, formulas, and problem-solving skills for nine weeks and review of English, Reading, and Science reasoning for nine weeks. Using students’ PLAN test results, review in all subtest areas will be individualized using A+ software to help students improve ACT performance.
Students will alternate between classroom instruction/review and computer lab experience. Attention will be given to practice testing and applying test-taking strategies as well.

SCIENCE SEQUENCING
The following is suggested guide for scheduling science courses. Science courses will be determined based on individual student needs and individual student progress through the required science sequence. NOTE: This sequencing is based
on current information available from TDOE and is subject to change when additional information is made available.
Students are required to enroll in three approved (3) laboratory science courses. Although not required, it is recommended that students planning on attending college take an elective 4 th science course. If students with disabilities have qualifying disabilities in reading and/or math as documented in IEP, they shall be required to achieve at least
Biology I and two (2) other lab science credits.
HONORS: NON-HONORS:
9--Biology I Honors Physical Science
10—Chemistry Biology
11—Physics Honors OR Biology II H Chemistry OR Physics
12—Biology II Honors OR Physics Honors Physics OR Biology II Chemistry OR Biology II
12—Anatomy & Physiology Anatomy & Physiology

Bible History Course No. 3452 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12
The purpose of this course is to enable students to acquire and understanding and appreciation of the Bible’s major ideas, historical/ geographical contexts, and literary forms. The course will include the study of the Bible in its historical, sociological, and cultural contexts, and its impact on later cultures, societies, and religions.
U.S. History Course No. 3405 1 credit Grades 11, 12
This course provides a general survey beginning with the American Revolution, with a more in-depth study beginning with the post-Civil War era. Attention will be given to the political economic, social, cultural, and diplomatic history of the present time. U.S. History is required for graduation. Course includes EOC exam to count up to 25% of grade as specified by TDOE.
World History Course No. 3401 1 credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
This course presents to the students the development of civilizations of the past and how they contributed to the present western civilization. Cultures of our areas of the world are studied to show interrelationships and better understanding of other people.
World Geography Course No. 3410 1 credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
This course is an attempt to relate physical geography to the economic, political, social, historical, and cultural aspects of human activity. It provides knowledge about the regions of the world and events occurring in today’s world. Map reading, map making, interpretation of charts and development of diagrams will be a part of the course.
Tennessee Story Course No. 3497 18 weeks 1 credit Grades 10
This course will provide a general study of the state of Tennessee. Attention will be focused on the tourist attractions of this great state, the three Presidents from
Tennessee, the folklore and ghost stories of the state (Bell Witch, Cherry Mansion,
Chapel Hill Light) and an in-depth look at Marshall County.

Business Economics Course No. 3765 9 weeks 1/2 credit Grades 11, 12
This course deals with topics such as money and banking, production, credit, scarce resources and choices for the use of scarce resources, insurance, taxes, free enterprise, and government’s relation to free enterprise. An attempt is made to relate these topics to problems of the past and future and to assist students in preparation for their role in the economy. This 9 week course is required for graduation and provides 1/2 credit.
U.S. Government Course No. 3407 9 weeks 1/2 credit Grades 11, 12
United States Government includes the origin and history of our present form of government. This includes an in-depth study of the three branches of government and our economy. This 9 week course is required for graduation and provides 1/2 credit.
ACT Prep- Reading Course No. 9350 ½ or 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12
This course will focus on preparing students to improve ACT test performance by review of mathematics concepts, formulas, and problem-solving skills for nine weeks and review of English, Reading, and Science Reasoning Skills for nine weeks. Using students’ PLAN test results, review in all subtest areas will be individualized using A+ software to help students improve ACT performance.
Students will alternate between classroom instruction/review and computer lab experience. Attention will be given to practice testing and applying test-taking strategies as well.

Special Education
According to Tennessee Minimum Graduation Requirements 0520-1-3-06, (SWD) students with disabilities:
1. SWD may earn a regular high school diploma if completed all requirements for regular diploma (22 prescribed credits, have satisfactory completed an IEP and have satisfactory records of
2.
3.
4. attendance and conduct) OR;
SWD may be awarded a transition certificate; who at the end of the 4 th year of high school, have failed to earn a regular high school diploma (22 units of credit) and have satisfactorily completed an
IEP, and have satisfactory records of attendance and conduct. A
SWD may continue to work towards a regular high school diploma through the end of the school year in which they turn twenty-two years old.
SWD may be awarded an IEP certificate if they have satisfactorily completed an IEP, a portfolio, and have satisfactory records of attendance and conduct. students with qualifying disabilities in math as documented on IEP, shall be required to achieve at least Algebra IA, Algebra IB, and
Geometry IA, Geometry IB. The required number of math credits
(4) will be achieved through increased seat time, appropriate methodologies, and accommodations as determined by the IEP
5.
6. team. students with qualifying disabilities in reading and/ or math as documented in the IEP shall be required to achieve at least Biology
I and either Chemistry or Physics plus one laboratory science
(Physical Science or Earth Science). The required number of credits in science (3) will be achieved through increased seat time, appropriate methodologies, and accommodations as determined by the IEP team.
SWD must participate in the State End of Course Exams (if enrolled in the course); however, a student on an active IEP, whose disability interferes with performance on the EOC assessment, may demonstrate mastery of core knowledge and skills for that course through the approved (APBA) alternative performance based assessment. At this time, the APBA is not available on EOC
Geometry, EOC Chemistry or EOC Physics.

The vision of TDOE Career and Technical Education program is
to provide Tennessee students the opportunity to participate in a rigorous and relevant career and technical education program that leads to academic achievement and successful employment in a global economy.*
Because tomorrow’s jobs will require more knowledge and better skills than ever before, students need to be prepared through a challenging high school program to succeed in postsecondary education and in tomorrow’s workplace.
Career clusters programs of study provide the link from secondary school to technology centers, two and four-year colleges and to the world of work. CTE today is for all students, not some, for all careers providing many pathways to future education and career pursuits.*
Sixteen (16) clusters available throughout the State of Tennessee are:
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
1. Architecture and Construction
2. Arts, A/V Technology & Communication
3. Business, Management and Administration
4. Education and Training
5. Finance
6. Government & Public Administration
7. Health Science
8. Hospitality and Tourism
9. Human Services
10. Information Technology
11. Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
12. Manufacturing
13. Marketing, Sales and Service
14. Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
15. Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
The following list of CTE Programs of Study in Marshall County will satisfy the
“elective focus” requirement as stated in the new TDOE graduation requirements for incoming 9 th graders 2009/10. Courses which are sequential must be taken in order. Substitutions are not allowed. Please note that courses listed are ones being offered at all Marshall County Schools. Cornersville
School students can be scheduled in the courses designated as CHS and Spot
Lowe Vocational School.
For more information, consult with your school counselor. For complete and updated listings of
CTE program and courses, go to http://tcids.tbr.edu
and click on TN Pathways link. This webs ite includes a template for students’ six -year plans. (Example is included in back of
Planning Guide.) It also links high school programs of study directly to the corresponding
programs at TN postsecondary schools.
* “Career Clusters Programs of Study,” Tennessee Career & Technical Education 2008

Career
Cluster
Agriculture,
Food, and
Natural
Resources
CTE Coursework
Program of
Study
9 th grade 10 th grade 11 th grade
Animal
Systems –
Pre-Veterinary
Power,
Structures and Technical
Systems
Environmental and Natural
Resources
Systems
Agriscience* 5171
Or Principles of
Agricultural
Sciences* 5154
Agriscience* 5171
Or Principles of
Agricultural
Sciences* 5154
Agriscience* 5171
Or Principles of
Agricultural
Sciences* 5154
Small Animal
Care
5172
Agriculture
Mechanics and
Maintenance
5151
Forestry
Management
5165
Horse Science
5168
Agricultural
Power and
Equipment
5152
Wildlife
Management and
Recreation
5174
12 th grade
Veterinary
Science
5176
Agricultural
Engineering
5178
Plant and Soil
Science
5161
Career Cluster
Information
Technology
Program of
Study
Interactive
Multimedia
9 th grade
Computer
Applications
3718
10 th grade
CTE Coursework
11 th grade
Interactive
Multimedia
Presentation
3746
Desktop
Publishing
3741
12 th grade
Advanced
Computer
Applications
3770

CTE Coursework
Career
Cluster
Program of Study
9 th grade 10 th grade 11 th grade 12 th grade
Education and Training
Human Services
Teaching
Training
Services
Consumer
Services
Family and
Community
Services
FACS 5603
FACS 5603
FACS 5603
Child and
Lifespan
Development
5625
Consumer
Economics
5602 HQ
5605 CTE
Child and
Lifespan
Development
5625
Life
Connections
5623
Personal
Finance
5613, 5038,
3766
Nutrition and
Foods
5609
Teaching as a
Profession
5622
Life
Connections
5623
Life
Connections
5623
Career Cluster
CTE Coursework
Program of
Study
9 th grade 10 th grade 11 th grade 12 th grade
Anatomy &
Physiology
5516 HQ
5517 CTE
Nursing
Education
5528
Therapeutic
Services*
Health
Science
Education
5526
Medical
Therapeutics
5527
Health
Science
Therapeutic
Emergency
Services*
Health
Science
Education
5526
Medical
Therapeutics
5527
Anatomy &
Physiology
5516 HQ
5517 CTE
Emergency
Medical
Services
5522

Cluster
CTE Coursework
Program of
Study
9 th Grade 10 th Grade 11 th Grade 12 th Grade
Production
Design*
Foundations of
Technology
3835
Computer Aided
Drafting I
3848
Computer
Aided Drafting
II
3849
Advanced
Drafting &
Design 3850
Manufacturing
Precision
Productions*
Principles of
Engineering
3845
Principles of
Manufacturing
3843
Principles of
Machining &
Manufacturing
3844
Manufacturing
Application
3847
Precision
Machining*
Principles of
Machining
3852
Digital
Electronics
3846
Principles of
Machining and
Manufacturing
3844
Manufacturing
Applications
3847
Career Cluster
CTE Coursework
Program of Study
9 th grade 10 th grade 11 th grade
Electrical**
CMS*
5701
Construction
Core
5814
Electrical I
5815
Architecture &
Construction
Government &
Public
Administration
Welding**
Design &
Preconstruction**
National Security**
CMS*
5701
CMS*
5701
CMS*
5701
Introduction to
Welding
5819
Computer
Aided Drafting I
5750
Criminal
Justice I
5401
Basic
Principles of
Welding
5747
Computer
Aided
Drafting II
5752
Criminal
Justice II
5402
12 th grade
Electrical II
5816
Advanced Welding
Applications &
Certification
5746
Advanced Drafting
& Design
5745
Criminal
Justice III
5403

Career Cluster
Program of
Study
9 th grade 10 th grade
CTE Coursework
11 th grade 12 th grade
Human
Services
Law, Public
Safety,
Corrections and Security
Personal Care
Services**
Law
Enforcement
Services**
CMS*
5701
CMS*
5701
Principles of
Cosmetology
5391
Criminal
Justice I
5401
Design Principles of Cosmetology
5394
Criminal
Justice II
5402
Chemistry of
Cosmetology
5392
Criminal
Justice III/
Forensic
Science
Investigation
5403
Manufacturing
Engineering
PLTW**
Introduction to
Engineering
Design
5793
Principles of
Engineering
5791
Digital Electronics 5792
Aerospace Eng. 5796
Biotechnical Eng. 5797
Civil Eng. 5795
Computer Integrated
Manufacturing 5794
(Choose One)
Engineering
Design and
Development
5798
Operations &
Maintenance**
CMS*
5701
Introduction to
Welding
5819
Basic Principles of Welding
5747
Advanced
Welding
Applications &
Certification
5746
Career Cluster
Program of Study
9 th grade 10 th grade
CTE Coursework
11 th grade
Transportation
Automotive
Technology**
Transportation
Core
5812
Brake
Systems
5726
Suspension
& Steering
5729
12 th grade
Electrical/Electronics
5727 or
Engine
Performance
5728

Animal Systems - Pre Veterinary
5154 Principles of Agricultural Sciences
5172 Small Animal Care
5168 Horse Science
5176 Principles of Veterinary Science
5154 Principles of Agricultural Sciences (1 Credit)
Principles of Agricultural Sciences in designed to develop the basic theories and principles involved in animal science, agribusiness, agricultural mechanics, and natural resource management. The standards prepare students to choose among agricultural careers for the 21 st century.
5172 Small Animal Care (1 Credit)
Small Animal Care contains objectives to prepare students for careers in managing and caring for specialty and pet animals. As our population raises more specialty animals and pets for production purposes and personal value, careers that work with these animals in a safe environment will continue to expand.
5168 Horse Science (1 Credit)
Horse science is designed to develop basic understanding of equine handling, health, maintenance, reproduction, selection and management.
Horse populations in the state have continued to grow and their economic impact has increased with this growth. This course is designed to help students prepare for the social and economic impact equine science will have in the 21st century.
5176 Principles of Veterinary Science (1 Credit)
Principles of Veterinary Science challenges students to use advanced technologies and medical treatments to maintain the health of animals.
The animal health industry continues to grow in importance and prominence as more people purchase animals for pleasure and sustenance. This course addresses standard principles of veterinarian medicine and includes new methods of treatment that will be used as we move into the 21 st century.

Power, Structures and Technical Systems
5154 Principles of Agricultural Sciences
5151 Agriculture Mechanics and Maintenance
5152 Agriculture Power and Equipment
5178 Principles of Agriculture Engineering
5154 Principles of Agricultural Sciences (1 Credit)
Principles of Agricultural Sciences in designed to develop the basic theories and principles involved in animal science, agribusiness, agricultural mechanics, and natural resource management. The standards prepare students to choose among agricultural careers for the 21 st century.
5151 Agriculture Mechanics and Maintenance (1 Credit)
Agricultural Mechanics includes standards to prepare students for operational procedures for a shop or a home environment. Students learn basic skills in areas ranging from welding and electricity to land measuring to plumbing. As students enter the 21st century, they need to have skills that can be used in a rural or an urban environment.
5152 Agriculture Power and Equipment A and B (2 Credit)
Agricultural Power and Equipment includes basic information and laboratory activities on small engines, tractors and agricultural equipment maintenance, repair and overhaul. The standards address competencies for electrical motors, hydraulic systems and fuel powered engines.
5178 Principles of Agriculture Engineering (1 Credit)
Principles of Agricultural Engineering includes standards on metal fabrication and agriculture structures. Subject matter will include hot/cold metal work, cost and material computation, electric wiring and codes, engine service and repair, blueprint reading and drawing and selection of appropriate materials for projects.
Environmental and Natural Resource Systems
5154 Principles of Agricultural Science
5165 Forestry Management
5174 Wildlife Management and Recreation
5161 Plant and Soil Science
5154 Principles of Agricultural Sciences (1 Credit)
Principles of Agricultural Sciences in designed to develop the basic theories and principles involved in animal science, agribusiness,

agricultural mechanics, and natural resource management. The standards prepare students to choose among agricultural careers for the 21 st century.
5165 Forestry Management (1 Credit)
Forestry Management is designed to develop student knowledge of forestry technology. The student will develop skills in producing, harvesting, marketing and developing forestry products and public utilization. Forests are one of Tennessee’s most valuable resources.
5174 Wildlife Management (1Credit)
Wildlife Management and Recreation emphasizes the awareness of conservation and preservation management practices utilizes to ensure the sustainability of our outdoor resources. Integrated academics and experiential learning will build conservation awareness among students.
This will, in turn, generate career interests and more responsible land ownership in the community as we enter the 21 st century.
5161 Plant and Soil Science (1 Credit)
Plant and soil science is designed to address issues dealing with the use of natural resources and agronomic crops as we see the need for improved management methods to meet the needs of agricultural production while addressing concerns dealing with urbanization and soil conservation.
5150 Agricultural Business/ Finance (1Credit)
Agricultural Business/ Finance contains standards that address the economic principles necessary for a successful business. As technology improves the ability to communicate, marketing and production must change in order for industries to remain competitive.
5169 Leadership and Communication (1 Credit)
Leadership and Communications analyzes attributes and capabilities of those in leadership positions, to assist students in the development of their communication skills and interpersonal relationships and other related skills. Most jobs are lost or gained because of the leadership and communication ability a person has. As we enter the 21 st century and global market place, these skills will become more important as an asset for career success.

5177 Livestock Management (1Credit)
Livestock Management provides knowledge and skills needed for successful work (entry level to management) in the livestock industry.
The course will complement a student’s supervised agricultural experience program by providing management tools.
Design and Preconstruction (Spot Lowe Only)
5788 Computer-Aided Drafting A and B
5789 Advanced Computer- Aided Drafting A and B
5701 Career Management Success
5788 Computer- Aided Drafting A and B (2 Credits)
Computer Aided Drafting is a course in which students learn the basic concepts of scale drawings and orthographic projections by making simple two- and three- dimensional drawings using manual drafting tools and computer- aided drafting (CAD). Course content will enable students to make the transition into the use of CAD software by having them make increasingly sophisticated drawings. Student work in teams will culminate in a class project to create a complete set of construction and assembly drawings for a mechanical product.
5789 Advanced Computer- Aided Drafting (2 Credits)
Advanced Computer- Aided Drafting is a course in which students will learn to use a CAD program to create engineering drawings including plan drawings, assembly drawings, welding and process drawings, cross sections, 3D representations, and bills of materials. The course consists primarily of individual drawing projects, with some group projects.
Emphasis is on drawing projects of increasing complexity.
5701 Career Management Success (1/2- 1 Credit)
Career Management Success is a core course for career Clusters. The course provides students with tools for achieving success in their academic, work, and personal lives. Course content emphasizes the basic skills and knowledge needed for employment success, as identified by industry and supported by relevant national standards. All course content is presented in a real- world context, providing concrete opportunities for developing personal and career goals, effective communication skills, teamwork abilities, and successful work attitudes.

Construction Electrical (Spot Lowe only)
5730 Construction Core
5733 Electrical IA and IB
5734 Electrical IIA and IIB
5701 Career Management
5730 Construction Core (1 Credit)
Construction Core is a course that will introduce students to basic skills and knowledge applicable to all construction trades. Topics covered include safety, construction drawings, site layout, hand and power tools, linear and angular measurements, and application of algebraic and geometric principles to construction problems
5733 Electrical I (1 Credit)
Electrical I will provide basic skills and knowledge related to residential and commercial electrical systems. Course content includes leadership development, safe practices, Ohm's law, installing conduit, conductors, residential and commercial electrical systems and services according to
National Electrical code (NEC) and local codes. This course gives students an introduction to the skill and knowledge base typically required for apprentice electricians
5734 Electrical II (1 Credit)
Electrical II is a course in which students will learn and practice intermediate skills related to electrical systems, with emphasis on commercial systems. Topics covered include over current protection; sizing conductors; lighting systems; three-phase motors; motor control circuits; sizing raceways, boxes, and fittings; and connecting distribution transformers, including a laboratory experience conducted in a shop environment that supports electrical assembly projects by students. This course gives students a substantial skill and knowledge foundation typically required for apprentice electricians
5701 Career Management (1/2 – 1 Credit)
Career Management Success is a core course for career clusters. The course provides students with tools for achieving success in their academic, work, and personal lives. Course content emphasizes the basic skills and knowledge needed for employment success, as identified by industry and supported by relevant national standards. All course content is presented in a real-world context, providing concrete opportunities for developing personal and career goals, effective communication skills, teamwork abilities, and successful work attitudes

Construction Welding (Spot Lowe only)
5730 Construction Core
5786 Welding IA and IB
5787 Advanced Welding Applications
5701 Career Management
5730 Construction Core (1 Credit)
Construction Core is a course that will introduce students to basic skills and knowledge applicable to all construction trades. Topics covered include safety, construction drawings, site layout, hand and power tools, linear and angular measurements, and application of algebraic and geometric principles to construction problems
5786 Basic Welding Principles. (1 Credit)
Basic Principles of Welding is a course in which students will learn basics skills and knowledge related to cutting and welding applications.
Welding and cutting skills will be developed in the context of a series of projects.
5787 Advanced Welding Applications (1 Credit)
Advanced Welding Applications is a course designed to follow Principles of Welding, in which students will learn more advanced techniques and skills related to cutting and welding applications, particularly as they relate to stainless steel and aluminum. Welding and cutting skills will be developed in the context of a series of projects
5701 Career Management (1/2 – 1 Credit)
Career Management Success is a core course for career clusters. The course provides students with tools for achieving success in their academic, work, and personal lives. Course content emphasizes the basic skills and knowledge needed for employment success, as identified by industry and supported by relevant national standards. All course content is presented in a real-world context, providing concrete opportunities for developing personal and career goals, effective communication skills, teamwork abilities, and successful work attitudes

Teaching Training Services
5603 Family & Consumer Sciences
5610 Child & Lifespan Development
5623 Life Connections
5622 Teaching as a Profession
5603 Family and Consumer Science (1 Credit)
Family and Consumer Sciences is a comprehensive, foundation course designed to assist students in developing core knowledge and skills needed for successful life planning and management. Content includes human development; family and parenting education; resource management; housing and living environments; nutrition and foods; textiles and apparel; leadership development; and career preparation. A unique focus is on the management of families, work, and their interrelationships. The course provides a foundation for further study in specialized related career areas.
5625 Child & Lifespan Development (1/2 – 1 Credit)
Child and Lifespan Development is a specialized course that prepares students to understand the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth and development of children. The course is designed to help young people acquire knowledge and skills essential to the care and guidance of children as a parent or caregiver. Emphasis is on helping students create an environment for children that will promote optimum development. Experiences such as laboratory observations, job shadowing, or laboratory participation may be included if opportunities are available.
5623 Life Connections (1 Credit)
Career Connections is designed to provide students with an understanding of how to plan for and manage careers in a continuously changing workplace. Students will learn the importance of exploring multiple career paths and building on the inter-relatedness between occupations when applying career development strategies throughout the life span. With the recognized relationship between family functioning and work productivity, the family/work connection is emphasized in the content of this course

5622 Teaching as a Profession
Pre- Requisites: Child Development and Life Connections
Teaching as a Profession is a course designed to capture the interest of secondary students as potential teachers, introduce students to teaching as a profession, and foster respect for the teaching profession. Students will gain knowledge and skills that will establish a foundation for a successful pathway to a teaching career. Content standards guide students to discover challenges, opportunities, and rewards of a teaching career.
Content includes history and current issues of education; teacher roles, responsibilities, and characteristics; self- exploration and understanding; the teacher and learning processes; human growth and development; teaching career opportunities and preparation; and components of instruction. Students will learn through classroom observations and experiences, student organization activities, and the development of a professional portfolio.
National Security (Spot Lowe)
5330 Criminal Justice I
5331 Criminal Justice IIA and IIB
5332 Criminal Justice III
5701 Career Management Success
5330 Criminal Justice I (1 Credit)
Criminal Justice I is the first level of study of criminal justice careers, prepares students for work-related knowledge and skills for advancement into the second level of criminal justice careers. Course content focuses on areas comprised of planning, managing, and providing judicial, legal, and protective services. The course is an overview of the legal justice system and builds a better understanding of the development of laws on state, federal, and international levels. New technology and career opportunities in criminal justice are an integral part of the course content.
Based on the content of the course, the student will test for certification in
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
5331 Criminal Justice II (2 Credits)
Criminal Justice II will offer an in-depth study of criminal justice careers in which current criminal justice careers issues will be discussed and debated. Local, state, federal, and international laws will be analyzed.
Subject matter will include a comparison of the criminal justice careers in the United States with other countries. Students will have opportunities to

participate in mock trials and field trips with criminal justice careers emphasis. Course content will introduce new technology, effects of forensic analysis, and career opportunities. The course content will include information for planning, managing, and providing judicial, criminal justices
5332 Criminal Justice III (2 Credits)
In Criminal Justice III, students will apply knowledge gained in Criminal
Justice Careers I and II through the use of research exercises. American
Psychological Association (APA) research guidelines, a professional standard, will provide the format basis. The course will call upon students to engage in a variety of professionally used informationgathering techniques, including conducting interviews, making observations at courthouses, researching, formulating, and evaluating statistical data through Place-Based Learning. The individual and group activities will help students develop problem-solving and teamwork skills in conjunction with development of academic skills.*
5701 Career Management (1/’2 – 1 Credit)
Career Management Success is a core course for career clusters. The course provides students with tools for achieving success in their academic, work, and personal lives. Course content emphasizes the basic skills and knowledge needed for employment success, as identified by industry and supported by relevant national standards. All course content is presented in a real-world context, providing concrete opportunities for developing personal and career goals, effective communication skills, teamwork abilities, and successful work attitudes
Therapeutic Services (Spot Lowe)
5504 Health Science Education
5506 Medical Therapeutics
5509 Anatomy and Physiology
5507 Nursing Education
5504 Health Science Education (1 Credit)
Health Science Education includes a variety of standards necessary for competent health care workers. Integrated academics combined with health care knowledge and skills will provide a strong health care delivery system in the 21st century.

5506 Medical Therapeutics (1 Credit)
Therapeutic functions involve a variety of treatments or changes in the health status of the client over time. These regimes are designed to help clients get well, manage a handicap or maintain their health. It is suggested that the therapeutic courses be offered to students in grades 10-
12 as elective courses. One unit of credit is awarded for each course. Upon completion of the course, a student may enroll in a clinical internship which can articulate to postsecondary education or entry-level positions in therapeutics. One unit of credit is offered for the clinical internship.
5509 Anatomy and Physiology (1 Credit)
In this course, students will examine human anatomy and physical functions. They will analyze descriptive results of abnormal physiology and evaluate clinical consequences. A workable knowledge of medical terminology will be demonstrated. It is suggested that this elective course be offered to students in grades 10-12. This course may articulate to postsecondary education. This course may be offered for one unit of science credit if the teacher is endorsed in science or for one unit of vocational credit.
5507 Nursing Education (1 Credit)
Nursing education includes a variety of knowledge and skills necessary to become a health care worker. This course meets all federal and state requirements for a certified nurse’s aid. It is suggested that this course be offered to students in grades 11 and 12 as an elective course. One unit of credit is awarded for this course. The clinical internship is incorporated into this course. A total of 100 hours are required for the Tennessee state test for nurses’ aide. This clinical internship must be completed in a long term care facility. Additional hours are implemented in the classroom and clinical settings upon completion of this course. A student may enroll in postsecondary education or enter the work force in an entry-level position
Therapeutic Services Emergency (Spot Lowe)
5504 Health Science Education
5506 Medical Therapeutics
5509 Anatomy and Physiology
5510 Emergency Medical Services
5504 Health Science Education (1 Credit)
Health Science Education includes a variety of standards necessary for competent health care workers. Integrated academics combined with health care knowledge and skills will provide a strong health care delivery system in the 21st century

5506 Medical Therapeutics (1 Credit)
Therapeutic functions involve a variety of treatments or changes in the health status of the client over time. These regimes are designed to help clients get well, manage a handicap or maintain their health. It is suggested that the therapeutic courses be offered to students in grades 10-
12 as elective courses. One unit of credit is awarded for each course. Upon completion of the course, a student may enroll in a clinical internship which can articulate to postsecondary education or entry-level positions in therapeutics. One unit of credit is offered for the clinical internship.
5509 Anatomy and Physiology (1 Credit)
In this course, students will examine human anatomy and physical functions. They will analyze descriptive results of abnormal physiology and evaluate clinical consequences. A workable knowledge of medical terminology will be demonstrated. It is suggested that this elective course be offered to students in grades 10-12. This course may articulate to postsecondary education. This course may be offered for one unit of science credit if the teacher is endorsed in science or for one unit of vocational credit
5510 Emergency Medical Services (1 Credit)
Emergency Medical Service (EMS) is designed for students interested in a career in pre-hospital or emergency patient care. Career options may include emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and emergency room nurses. It is suggested this emergency medical service course be offered to students in grades 11 and 12 as an elective course. One unit of credit is awarded for the course. Students may be eligible to certify as First
Responders if the instructor and the course meet requirements of the
Tennessee Department of Health
Family and Community Services
5603 Family and Consumer Sciences
5610 Child and Lifespan Development
5609 Nutrition and Foods
5623 Life Connections
5603 Family and Consumer Science (1 Credit)
Family and Consumer Sciences is a comprehensive, foundation course designed to assist students in developing core knowledge and skills needed for successful life planning and management. Content includes

human development; family and parenting education; resource management; housing and living environments; nutrition and foods; textiles and apparel; leadership development; and career preparation. A unique focus is on the management of families, work, and their interrelationships. The course provides a foundation for further study in specialized related career areas.
5610 Child and Lifespan Development (1/2 – 1 Credit)
Child and Lifespan Development is a specialized course that prepares students to understand the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth and development of children. The course is designed to help young people acquire knowledge and skills essential to the care and guidance of children as a parent or caregiver. Emphasis is on helping students create an environment for children that will promote optimum development. Experiences such as laboratory observations, job shadowing, or laboratory participation may be included if opportunities are available.
5609 Nutrition and Foods (1 Credit)
Nutrition and Foods is a specialized course with emphasis on helping students understand the significance of food, principles of nutrition, and the relationship of nutrition to health and well being. The course offers the students opportunities to develop skills in the selection, preparation, storing, and serving of food, meal management to meet individual and family nutrition needs across the life span, and optimal use of food resources. Careers and occupations in nutrition and food industries will be explored.
5623 Life Connections (1 Credit)
Career Connections is designed to provide students with an understanding of how to plan for and manage careers in a continuously changing workplace. Students will learn the importance of exploring multiple career paths and building on the inter-relatedness between occupations when applying career development strategies throughout the life span. With the recognized relationship between family functioning and work productivity, the family/work connection is emphasized in the content of this course

Consumer Services
5603 Family and Consumer Sciences
5613 Personal Finance
5605 Consumer Economics (5602)
5623 Life Connections
5603 Family and Consumer Science (1 Credit)
Family and Consumer Sciences is a comprehensive, foundation course designed to assist students in developing core knowledge and skills needed for successful life planning and management. Content includes human development; family and parenting education; resource management; housing and living environments; nutrition and foods; textiles and apparel; leadership development; and career preparation. A unique focus is on the management of families, work, and their interrelationships. The course provides a foundation for further study in specialized related career areas.
5613 Personal Finance (1/2 Credit)
Personal Finance is a course designed to help students understand the impact of individual choices on occupational goals and future earnings potential. Real world topics covered will include income, money management, spending and credit, as well as saving and investing.
Students will design personal and household budgets; simulate use of checking and saving accounts; demonstrate knowledge of finance, debt, and credit management; and evaluate and understand insurance and taxes. This course will provide a foundational understanding for making informed personal financial decisions.
5605 Consumer Economics (5602) (1/2 Credit)
Consumer Economics is a course designed to prepare students to understand the United States economics system and the system’s impact on individuals as consumers, producers, and citizens. Students will integrate knowledge, skills, and practices required for management of resources in a technologically expanding global economy. Consumer practices and responsibilities that foster financial security are investigated.
The responsibility of the consumer relating to environmental and ecological issues is explored.
5623 Life Connections (1 Credit)
Career Connections is designed to provide students with an understanding of how to plan for and manage careers in a continuously changing workplace. Students will learn the importance of exploring

multiple career paths and building on the inter-relatedness between occupations when applying career development strategies throughout the life span. With the recognized relationship between family functioning and work productivity, the family/work connection is emphasized in the content of this course.
5612 Textile and Apparel (1 Credit)
Textiles and Apparel is a specialized course designed to prepare students to understand the social, psychological, and physiological aspects of textile and apparel products. Instructions in how to select, produce, maintain, and alter textile and apparel products and the effect of consumer choices on the needs of the individual and family are included in the course of study.
Personal Care Services (Spot Lowe)
5338 Principles of Cosmetology A and B
5339 Design Principles of Cosmetology A and B
5340 Chemistry of Cosmetology
5701 Career Management Services
5338 Principles of Cosmetology A and B (1-2 Credits)
Principles of Cosmetology is the first level of cosmetology, and it prepares students with work-related skills for advancement into the Design
Principles of Cosmetology course. Content provides students the opportunity to acquire basic fundamental skills in both theory and practical applications of leadership and interpersonal skill development.
Content stresses safety, environmental issues, and protection of the public and designers as integrated with principles of hair design, nail structure, and cosmetic procedures. Laboratory facilities and experiences simulate those found in the cosmetology industry
5339 Design Principles of Cosmetology A and B (2 – 3 Credits)
Design Principles of Cosmetology is the second level of cosmetology and prepares students for work-related skills and advancement into the
Chemistry of Cosmetology course. Content provides students the opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills in both theory and practical application. Advanced knowledge and skills in hair design, nail artistry, and cosmetic applications will be enhanced in a laboratory setting, which duplicates cosmetology industry standards. Upon completion and acquisition of 600 hours, students are eligible to take the Tennessee Board

of Cosmetology manicuring examination for a Tennessee Manicure
License
5340 Chemistry of Cosmetology (2 – 3 Credits)
Chemistry of Cosmetology is the advanced level of cosmetology and it prepares students to perform work-related services using chemicals in the cosmetology industry. Content provides students the opportunity to acquire foundation skills in both theory and practical applications.
Laboratory facilities and experiences will be used to simulate cosmetology work experiences. Upon completion and acquisition of 1500 hours, students are eligible to take the Tennessee State Board of Cosmetology examination for a Tennessee Cosmetology License. Upon completion and acquisition of 600 hours, students are eligible to take the Tennessee State
Board of Cosmetology Manicuring examination for a Tennessee
Manicuring License
5701 Career Management (1/2 – 1 Credit)
Career Management Success is a core course for career clusters. The course provides students with tools for achieving success in their academic, work, and personal lives. Course content emphasizes the basic skills and knowledge needed for employment success, as identified by industry and supported by relevant national standards. All course content is presented in a real-world context, providing concrete opportunities for developing personal and career goals, effective communication skills, teamwork abilities, and successful work attitudes
Interactive Multimedia
3718 Computer Applications
3746 Interactive Multimedia Presentation
3741 Desktop Publishing
3770 Advanced Computer Applications
3718 Computer Applications (1 Credit)
This course is designed to develop computer technology skills. Students will use a variety of computer software and hardware tools and features of an electronic information network. Students will explore the, historical, social and ethical issues of using computer technology. The students will develop skills that will assist them with efficient production; accurate production analysis; management of information and design and presentation of a multimedia project.

3746 Interactive Multimedia Presentation (1 Credit)
The student will apply keying, typography, layout and design skills in this course. The student will be proficient in using interactive multimedia tools to develop electronic presentations. Creative design, persuasive communications, and language arts skills are applied through research, evaluation, validation, written, and oral communication. Typography, layout and design guidelines are applied. Copyright laws and ethical practices are reinforced in creating and formatting various presentations that require imported data/graphics, digital, audio, and video clips. Team development will also be stressed as students work on multimedia project(s).
3741 Desktop Publishing (1 Credit)
Pre- Requisites: Computer Application
The student will apply keying, formatting, typography, and layout and design skill in developing electronic publishing documents. The student will develop skills in electronic publishing design, layout, composition, and photo journalism. Content provides the opportunity to acquire marketable skills and to prepare for gainful employment and or entry into postsecondary education in the graphic communications industry.
Laboratory facilities and experiences simulate those found in the graphic communications industry
3770 Advanced Computer Applications (1 Credit)
Pre- Requisites: Computer Applications
This is a capstone course in which students will learn necessary skills in problem solving using current and emerging integrated technology to include a variety of input technologies such as advanced keyboarding,
scanning, speech recognition, handwriting recognition, and the use of a mouse in the production of mail able business documents. The course focuses on student choice, accountability and competency. Students work toward the attainment of high-level employable competencies in areas which may include (but are not limited to) integrated software applications, computer systems, communication systems, networking, ethical issues, human relations, leadership, self-management, and workplace management.
Students may choose areas of specialization and achieve industry certification in areas such as word processing, spreadsheet applications, database design and management, multimedia presentations, schedule and contact management, etc

Accounting I (1 Credit)
Pre-Requisites: Keyboarding
Accounting I introduces concepts and principles based on a double-entry system of maintaining the electronic and manual financial records for a sole proprietorship, partnership and corporation. It includes analyzing business transactions, journalizing, posting, and preparing worksheets and financial statements.
Law Enforcement Services (Spot Lowe)
5330 Criminal Justice I
5331 Criminal Justice IIA and IIB
5332 Criminal Justice III
5701 Career Management Success
5330 Criminal Justice I (1 Credit)
Criminal Justice I is the first level of study of criminal justice careers, prepares students for work-related knowledge and skills for advancement into the second level of criminal justice careers. Course content focuses on areas comprised of planning, managing, and providing judicial, legal, and protective services. The course is an overview of the legal justice system and builds a better understanding of the development of laws on state, federal, and international levels. New technology and career opportunities in criminal justice are an integral part of the course content.
Based on the content of the course, the student will test for certification in
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
5331 Criminal Justice II (2 Credits)
Criminal Justice II will offer an in-depth study of criminal justice careers in which current criminal justice careers issues will be discussed and debated. Local, state, federal, and international laws will be analyzed.
Subject matter will include a comparison of the criminal justice careers in the United States with other countries. Students will have opportunities to participate in mock trials and field trips with criminal justice careers emphasis. Course content will introduce new technology, effects of forensic analysis, and career opportunities. The course content will include information for planning, managing, and providing judicial, criminal justices

5332 Criminal Justice III (2 Credits)
In Criminal Justice III, students will apply knowledge gained in Criminal
Justice Careers I and II through the use of research exercises. American
Psychological Association (APA) research guidelines, a professional standard, will provide the format basis. The course will call upon students to engage in a variety of professionally used informationgathering techniques, including conducting interviews, making observations at courthouses, researching, formulating, and evaluating statistical data through Place-Based Learning. The individual and group activities will help students develop problem-solving and teamwork skills in conjunction with development of academic skills.*
5701 Career Management (1/2 – 1 Credit)
Career Management Success is a core course for career clusters. The course provides students with tools for achieving success in their academic, work, and personal lives. Course content emphasizes the basic skills and knowledge needed for employment success, as identified by industry and supported by relevant national standards. All course content is presented in a real-world context, providing concrete opportunities for developing personal and career goals, effective communication skills, teamwork abilities, and successful work attitudes
Engineering PLTW (Spot Lowe)
5793 Introduction to Engineering Design
5791 Principles of Engineering
5792 Digital Electronics
5794 Computer Integrated Manufacturing or
5795 Civil Engineering and Architecture
5798 Engineering Design and Development
5793 Introduction to Engineering Design (IED)
Designed for 9th or 10th grade students, the major focus of the IED course is to expose students to the design process, research and analysis, teamwork, communication methods, global and human impacts, engineering standards and technical documentation. Students use 3D solid modeling design software to help them design solutions to solve proposed problems and learn how to document their work and communicate solutions to peers and members of the professional community.

5791 Principles of Engineering (POE)
This survey course of engineering exposes students to major concepts they’ll encounter in a postsecondary engineering course of study. Students employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solution of engineering design problems. They develop problem-solving skills and apply their knowledge of research and design to create solutions to various challenges, documenting their work and communicating solutions to peers and members of the professional community.
5792 Digital Electronics (DE)
Digital electronics is the foundation of all modern electronic devices such as cellular phones, MP3 players, laptop computers, digital cameras and high-definition televisions. The major focus of the DE course is to expose students to the process of combinational and sequential logic design, teamwork, communication methods, engineering standards and technical documentation. This course is designed for 10th or 11th grade students.
5794 Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)
Students answer the questions: How are things made? What processes go into creating products? Is the process for making a water bottle the same as it is for a musical instrument? How do assembly lines work? How has automation changed the face of manufacturing? As students find the answers to these questions, they learn about the history of manufacturing, a sampling of manufacturing processes, robotics and automation. The course is built around several key concepts: computer modeling,
Computer Numeric Control (CNC) equipment, Computer Aided
Manufacturing (CAM) software, robotics and flexible manufacturing systems. This course is designed for 10th, 11th or 12th grade students.
5795 Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA)
Students apply what they learn about various aspects of civil engineering and architecture to the design and development of a property. Working in teams, students explore hands-on activities and projects to learn the characteristics of civil engineering and architecture. In addition, students use 3D design software to help them design solutions to solve major course projects. Students learn about documenting their project, solving problems and communicating their solutions to their peers and members of the professional community of civil engineering and architecture. This course is designed for 11th or 12th grade students.
5798 Engineering Design and Development
This is an engineering research course in which students will work in teams to research, design, test and construct a solution to an open-ended

engineering problem. The product development life cycle and a design process are used to guide and help the team to reach a solution to the problem. The team presents and defends their solution to a panel of outside reviewers at the conclusion of the course. The EDD course allows students to apply all the skills and knowledge learned in previous Project
Lead the Way courses. The use of 3D design software helps students design solutions to the problem their team has chosen. This course also engages students in time management and teamwork skills, a valuable set for students in the future. This course is designed for 12th grade students.
Production Design (Spot Lowe)
5788 Computer-Aided Drafting A and B
5789 Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting A and B
5701 Career Management Success
5788 Computer-Aided Drafting (2 Credits)
Computer Aided Drafting is a course in which students learn the basic concepts of scale drawings and orthographic projections by making simple two- and three-dimensional drawings using manual drafting tools and computer-aided drafting (CAD). Course content will enable students to make the transition into the use of CAD software by having them make increasingly sophisticated drawings. Student work in teams will culminate in a class project to create a complete set of construction and assembly drawings for a mechanical product.
5789 Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting (2 Credits)
Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting is a course in which students will learn to use a CAD program to create engineering drawings including plan drawings, assembly drawings, welding and process drawings, cross sections, 3D representations, and bills of materials. The course consists primarily of individual drawing projects, with some group projects.
Emphasis is on drawing projects of increasing complexity.
5701 Career Management (1/2 – 1 Credit)
Career Management Success is a core course for career clusters. The course provides students with tools for achieving success in their academic, work, and personal lives. Course content emphasizes the basic skills and knowledge needed for employment success, as identified by industry and supported by relevant national standards. All course content is presented in a real-world context, providing concrete opportunities for developing personal and career goals, effective communication skills, teamwork abilities, and successful work attitudes.

Precision Productions (Spot Lowe)
5781 Principles of Manufacturing
5782 Principles of Machining and Manufacturing
5780 Programming and Logic
5785 Manufacturing Applications
5781 Principles of Manufacturing
Principles of Manufacturing focuses on the essential principles that must be mastered for a person to be effective in manufacturing production work. The course is intended for students more interested in production than engineering. The course covers customers, quality principles and processes, systems, information in the workplace, the business of manufacturing, and statistical process control. The course is contextual by design. It connects what is being learned to the learner’s current experience, past knowledge, and future conduct. Wherever possible, realworld or simulation hands-on experiences become the context in which instruction is delivered.
5782 Principles of Machining and Manufacturing (2 credits)
Principles of Machining and Manufacturing focuses on the concepts and practices that support careers in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, metrology, automation, industrial design, or industrial support. The course introduces the technology of machining and manufacturing processes. While working as team members, students will apply leadership and organizational skills relating to designing, producing, and maintaining a product. Emphasis is placed on quality control, codes and standards, and production systems. The course is contextual by design.
The course connects what is being learned to the learner’s current experience, past knowledge, and future conduct. Laboratory exercises provide active and cooperative learning opportunities.
5780 Programming and Logic
Programming and Logic is a course in which students will develop skills in problem analysis, construction of algorithms, and computer implementation of algorithms as they work on programming projects of increasing complexity. The recommended programming environment is
DrScheme, as it permits an emphasis on development of analytic skills rather than any particular language syntax or vocabulary. Emphasis is on actual programming projects, both individual and group. Course content should be repeatedly applied to increasingly complex projects.

5785 Manufacturing Applications (2 credits)
Manufacturing Applications is a 12th-grade course for students interested in entering the workforce or pursuing higher education in the manufacturing area. The course requires students to solve problems in a real-world manufacturing context. Problems address critical areas identified by industry and supported by relevant national standards. The course is structured as a series of simulation units. The simulations require students to identify problems in a manufacturing company based on data supplied in typical management reports. Students work in teams of four to six. Teams test and refine proposed solutions with computer simulations. All teams work on the same problem concurrently. At the end of each unit, students present team findings and recommendations to the class and to a panel of manufacturing industry representatives, which acts as the board of directors.
Automotive Technology (Spot Lowe)
5702 Transportation Core
5712 Automotive: Brake Systems
5710 Automotive: Suspension and Steering
5713 Automotive/Electrical/Electronics Systems
5702 Transportation Core (1/2 - 1 Credit)
The Transportation Core course prepares students for entry into all subsequent transportation courses. Students explore career opportunities and requirements of a professional service technician. Content emphasizes beginning transportation service skills and workplace success skills.
Students study safety, tools, equipment, shop operations, basic engine fundamentals, and basic technician skills. Upon completing this course students may enter automotive service technology, diesel equipment maintenance technology, leisure craft/small engine service technology, collision repair and refinish technology, or aviation maintenance
5712 Automotive: Brake Systems (1 Credit)
Automotive: Brake Systems course offers training in the diagnosis and repair of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems used in standard and antilock brake systems. Course content includes diagnosis, repair, and/or service technology of hydraulic and antilock brake systems to original equipment manufacture (OEM) specifications. Educational experiences simulate automotive service industry operations through training aids, laboratory facilities, and school-based learning opportunities.

5710 Automotive: Suspension and Steering (1 Credit)
Automotive: Suspension and Steering is a course that prepares students for entry-level positions or advanced training in automotive suspension and steering systems. Course material covers the principles of automotive suspension/steering systems and four-wheel suspension alignment.
Course content provides the student the opportunity to acquire marketable skills by training in wheel alignment and the testing, diagnosis, and repair of steering and suspension systems. Lab facilities and experiences simulate automotive service industry operations through the use of training aids and modules and school-based learning opportunities
5713 Automotive/Electrical/Electronic Systems (2 Credits)
Automotive: Electronics is a course that prepares students for entry-level
positions or advanced training in automotive electrical and electronics
systems. Students apply principles of electronics to automotive
technology and develop diagnostic skills. The course provides students
the opportunity to acquire marketable skills by training in the use of
digital and analog voltmeters, ohmmeters, and amp-meters; as well as
oscilloscopes, test-lights, load-testers and specialized electrical test
equipment. Education experiences simulate automotive service industry
operations through the use of training aids and modules and school-based
learning opportunities