CAREER AND TECH. ED. DEPARTMENT
Architectural
Drafting
Cabinet Making II
Mechanical/CAD
Drafting II
Cabinet Making I
Mechanical/CAD
Drafting I
Intro. to
Technology
Production
Blueprint Reading
Introduction to
Drafting
INTRODUCTION TO TECHNOLOGY - Is a one-semester course, offered first semester. As this is the first
course in a series of technology classes, it is necessary the first emphasis will be placed on safety. Therefore,
safety instruction will be given and time will be spent practicing safe procedures for using traditional shop
equipment. Safety tests will be given over several machines. Students will then make a small project using
these tools and machines. Grades 9 &10 MUST be taken prior to Intro. to Drafting and/or Blueprint Reading.
PRODUCTION BLUEPRINT READING- This is a one semester course that provides students with the
knowledge and ability to interpret the lines, symbols, and conventions of blueprints from a variety of industrial
applications. This is the starting course for the Drafting Pathway Grades 9 and 10
INTRODUCTION TO DRAFTING: This is an introductory course designed to expose students to both
architectural and mechanical (technical) drafting skills. This is the starting course for the Cabinetmaking
Pathway.
CABINET MAKING I - This year-long class is designed to provide the student an opportunity to develop
skills and acquire more knowledge in woodworking. The first phase of the class is spent researching
fundamentals such as: suitable product design, interpreting a drawing, reviewing measurement practices,
designing their first project, calculating the cost of the project and reviewing safety procedures. This project is
then completed in the shop lab. The next phase includes demonstrations of common woodworking processes,
followed by performance testing over these procedures. Prereq-Intro. to Tech/Intro. to Drafting Grades 10-12
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CABINET MAKING II - This course follows cabinetmaking I in which students continue to learn new
woodworking skills by working on individual projects. Students will study more advanced methods of
production and finishing techniques. Prereq.- Cabinetmaking I Grades 11-12.
MECHANICAL / CAD DRAFTING I This is the first full course in a series of drafting classes. As such, it is
essential for emphasis to be placed on learning basic correct procedures, technique. Much time will also be
spent learning to draw with a CAD system. Prereq.-Intro to Tech/Production Blueprint Reading Grades 10-12
MECHANICAL / CAD DRAFTING II -The student will receive instruction is such areas as geometrics,
sections, auxiliaries, screw thread representation and the working drawing. Instruction is also given on
computer aided drafting, with emphasis on recent AutoCAD releases. Prereq.- Mech. Drafting I Grades 11-12
ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING- The student will receive instruction in how to draw architectural plans for
garages, single family homes, 1.5 story homes and two story homes. Prereq.-Mech. Drafting II Grades 11-12
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CAREER AND TECH. ED. DEPARTMENT
ICC Welding
I and II
Agribusiness
Agricultural
Mechanics II
Animal Science
Agricultural
Mechanics I
Horticulture
Agriscience
AGRISCIENCE -A basic introduction to agriculture and the FFA. This class will include classroom work, lab
activities, and occasional field trips. Areas of study will be FFA, basic public speaking, parliamentary
procedure, supervised agricultural experience (SAE), record keeping, leadership, animals in our society, basic
plant science, basic welding, and general agricultural issues. This class is a prerequisite for all other classes in
the agriculture education department. Grades 9-12
HORTICULTURE – Prerequisite: Agriscience. This class will use classroom instruction, lab activities, and
occasional field trips. The fields of study will be plant taxonomy, plant structures, plant growth process, soils,
soil fertility, plant genetics, plant propagation, weed/disease/pest control, greenhouse practices, nursery and
landscape industry, floriculture industry, and vegetable gardening. Grades 10-12. Offered every other year.
(2013-2014)
ANIMAL SCIENCE -Prerequisite: Agriscience. The class will include classroom instruction, lab activities,
and occasional field trips. The fields of study will be anatomy and physiology, animal health, nutrition,
genetics, livestock marketing, reproduction, animal products, and fish and wildlife. Grades 10-12. Offered
every other year. (2014-2015)
AGRIBUSINESS –Prerequisite: Agriscience and Horticulture or Animal Science. This class will use
classroom instruction, lab activities, and occasional field trips. This class is a study of financial applications in
the field of agriculture. The fields of study will be employment information, interviewing and job applications,
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financial skills, balance sheets, borrowing and investing, and economic systems, SAE, and leadership. Grades
11 & 12.
AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS I - Prerequisite: Agriscience. This class will use classroom and laboratory
instruction. The fields of study will include careers, safety, arc welding, mig welding, brazing, oxy-acetylene
cutting, plasma torch cutting, and project construction. The required welding skill for this class will be done in
the flat plane. Grades 10-12
AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS II – Prerequisite: Agriscience and Agricultural Mechanics I. This class
will include classroom and laboratory instruction. The fields of study will include safety, arc welding, mig
welding, brazing, oxy-acetylene welding, plasma torch cutting, project construction, and electricity. The
required welding skills for this class will be done in the flat, horizontal, and vertical planes. Grades 11 & 12
WELDING I and II – Prerequisite: Agriscience, Agricultural Mechanics I, and Agricultural Mechanics II.
This class will include classroom and laboratory instruction. The fields of study will include safety, arc
welding, mig welding, tig welding, aluminum spool gun welding, brazing, oxy-acetylene welding, plasma torch
cutting, and project construction. The required welding skills for this class will be done in the flat, horizontal,
vertical, and overhead planes. Students will receive the chance to receive college credit for this class and
possible certification from WATCO, Industries as a welder. Grade 12
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CAREER AND TECH. ED. DEPARTMENT
INTRODUCTION LEVEL
Introduction to Human Services I & II
Career and Life Planning
TECHNICAL LEVEL
Leadership
Housing Decisions
Clothing Design
Parenting
Family Studies
Consumer Resource Management
Nutrition and Wellness/Culinary Basics
APPLICATION LEVEL
Decisions
Career and Community Connections
INTRODUCTION To HUMAN SERVICES I & II (formerly known as Intro to FACS): is a year long course
for grades 9-12 designed to help students develop skills and an understanding of the total program. It includes a
sequence of units on: Personal Improvement, Career Development, Family and Peer Relationships, Child care
and development, Money Management, Foods and Nutrition, Clothing and Textiles, Housing and Leadership
through Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America.
CAREER & LIFE PLANNING: This semester course is an exciting flexible course for students in grades 912 designed to meet the needs, interests and abilities of each class designed for students who have had little or
no other Family and Consumer Sciences course work. Basic living skills emphasize personal management,
decision-making and consumerism. Students will apply the FCCLA planning process through the study of
human needs, values, goals, and standards as they relate to adult responsibilities. Skills that meet these needs
will be developed for areas of practical independent living and necessities of life such as: shelter, nutrition and
wellness, financial and career planning, career portfolio, vacation planning, consumerism, and life planning
simulation.
* # LEADERSHIP: Grades 9-12 This semester course is designed to develop the leader in you!! Everyone
can be a leader, not just officers. This course is for those individuals that want to make a positive difference in
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their own life and the lives around them at home, at school and in the community. Communication, Problem
Solving and Group Projects and Presentations are just a few topics that will be covered. Field Trips and Guest
Speakers will be integrated into the curriculum. Recommended for anyone seeking a leadership position in any
organization. Unlock the Leader in YOU!!
#HOUSING DECISIONS: is a semester course for students in grades 10-12 designed to prepare students to
choose, pay for and maintain housing and home furnishings. Topics include housing and furniture styles,
financial and legal responsibilities of home ownership and selection and arrangement of furnishings. Various
media will be used including guest speakers, field trips and actual hands on experience. Miniature scale models
of floor plans and sample boards of furnishings for an entire house are to be included.
* #CLOTHING DESIGN: This semester course is designed for the students in grades 10-12 who care about
their appearance. Short units in clothing care, fashion design, and wardrobe planning will help student become
better clothing consumers. Students will also have the opportunity to create at least one garment. Field trips,
guest speakers, and actual hands on experience along with FCCLA will be integrated into the instruction.
(Prerequisite-Intro. to Human Services)
HUMAN GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT (PARENTING): (36 week course) is a year long course for
students in grades 10-12 designed to include a study of facts, ideas and problems relevant for parents: financial
realities of childbearing, family planning, prenatal care, discipline, and responsibilities of parents. Students will
study and observe the physical, emotional, intellectual and social development of children. Activities will
involve evaluating children’s toys, television, and clothing along with learning how to read to children, so they
will want to read later in life. Guest speakers, field trips to day care centers and actual experience working with
children along with FCCLA will be integrated into the class instruction.
FAMILY STUDIES (formerly known as Balancing Work and Family): is a semester course for students in
grades 10-12 designed to prepare students for future experiences with the emphasis on family—preparation for
and adjustments to marriage while balancing family and financial responsibilities. Instruction and activities will
focus on preparing the individual to establish and maintain a satisfying home and family life and to balance
these skills with the world of work. Topics include: marriage and career preparation, parenthood, family
budgeting, and housing decisions. Guest speakers, field trips, role-playing and class discussions along with
FCCLA are integrated into the class instruction.
CONSUMER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: is required for students in grade 12 designed to help students
become aware of the information available to help make wise consumer decisions. Students will study units in:
check writing and keeping a checking account, credit, insurance (home, health, and automobile), preparing tax
forms, saving and investing. FCCLA is integrated into the curriculum.
NUTRITION AND WELLNESS: is a 1st semester course for students in grades 10-12 designed to help
students evaluate and develop a wellness plan to fit their individual needs. This course will aid students in the
decisions they make regarding eating habits, personal habits and fitness. A must for athletes!! FCCLA is
integrated into the curriculum. Culinary Basics follows Nutrition & Wellness.
CULINARY BASICS (formerly Meal Management): Culinary Basics is designed to help students in grades
10-12 to prepare nutritious meals for the fast paced families of today. Short units include: food pyramid
cooking, table-setting, supermarket shopping and healthy eating out along with creative cooking techniques for
dessert preparation. FCCLA will be integrated into the instruction. (Prerequisite: Nutrition and Wellness)
CAREER AND COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS: is the Application level course for the learner to apply
technical skills in a professional learning experience, unpaid or paid, outside or within the school environment.
Grades 11-12
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Included will be continued development and finalization of the student’s portfolio. Career and Community
Connections provides the opportunity for learners to focus on career related topics, team building and
effectiveness in the world of work and acquiring job-seeking skills and retention needed to advance within the
workplace.
# THE FOLLOWING COURSES WILL BE OFFERED ACCORDING TO PRE-ENROLLMENT
NUMBERS. THE ACTUAL COURSES THAT ARE OFFERED WILL VARY FROM YEAR TO YEAR
*-INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL PRIOR TO ENROLLMENT IN THIS CLASS.
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