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CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Agriculture
Business
Industrial Technology
Family & Consumer Science
Media & Technology
AGRICULTURE COURSES
Agricultural Business Management
Grade: 10-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prereq: Intro to Ag Industry
This course will develop students’ understanding of the agricultural industry relating to the United States and World marketplace. Instructional units include: business ownership types, planning and organizing the agribusiness, financing the agribusiness, keeping and using records in an agribusiness, operating the agribusiness, agricultural law, taxes, and developing employability skills. Student skills will be enhanced in math, reading comprehension, and writing through agribusiness applications. Improving computer and workplace skills will be a focus. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts. The successful completion of a full year of Agricultural Business
Management will be accepted as the required Consumer Education credit.
Agricultural Mechanics and Technology
Grade: 11-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prereq: Intro to Ag Industry & Basic Ag Mechanics
This course will concentrate on expanding students’ knowledge and experiences with agricultural mechanics technologies utilized in the agricultural industry. Units of instruction include: design, construction, fabrication, maintenance, welding, electricity/electronics, internal combustion engines, hydraulics, and employability skills. Careers of agricultural construction engineer, electrician, plumb-er, welder, equipment designer, parts manager, safety inspector, welder and other related occupations will be examined. Improving workplace and computer skills will be a focus. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts.
Basic Agricultural Mechanics
Grade: 10-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prereq: Intro to Ag Industry
In this course, theory and hands-on experiences provide opportunities for students to develop basic knowledge and skills in agri-cultural mechanics. Instructional areas include: the basic fundamentals of maintaining and repairing small gasoline engines, basic electricity, welding, construction, cold metal work, and operating agricultural equipment safely. Improving workplace and computer skills will be a focus. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts.
Basic Agricultural Science
Grade: 10-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prereq: Intro to Ag Industry
This course builds on basic skills and knowledge gained in the Introduction to the Agricultural Industry course. Major units of instruction include: agricultural research, soil science, advanced plant science, biotechnology, and advanced animal science. Applied science and math skills and concepts will be stressed throughout the course as they relate to each area. Improving computer and workplace skills will be a focus. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts.
Horticulture Science
Grade: 10-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prereq: Intro to Ag Industry
This course is designed to introduce students to the horticulture industry and provide them with basic plant science knowledge that can be further developed in advanced horticulture courses. Major units of instruction include: horticulture research, horticultural ca-reers, plant anatomy, seed germination, plant propagation, growing media, pest management, hydroponics, identifying horticultural plants, growing greenhouse crops, and floral design. Improving computer and workplace skills will be a focus. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects are an integral course component for leader-ship development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts.9
Introduction to the Agriculture Industry
Grade: 9-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prereq: None
This orientation course provides an opportunity for students to learn how the agricultural industry is organized; its major compo-nents; the economic influence of agriculture at state, national and international levels; and the scope and types of job opportuni-ties in many agricultural fields. Basic concepts presented are animal science and improving computer and workplace skills which includes public speaking and parliamentary procedure. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricul-tural Experience (SAE) projects are an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts.
Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE)
Grade: 10-12 1 Sem. 1/4 Credit Prereq: Introduction to Agriculture and Instructor Approval
( may be repeated up to 6 semesters)
This supervised study is designed to establish knowledge and skills in various agricultural careers. Students will gain credit by establishing a project at their home, at a local business, or at their school usually after normal school hours. Example projects may include, but are not limited to: working at a garden center, raising vegetables/grain/livestock, conducting agriscience experi-ments, training horses at a stable, and others. Students will be required to verify their experiences by keeping computerized records including: business agreements, budgets, inventories, daily activities, hours worked, income and expenses, total earnings, deprecia-tion, and net worth. Instructor supervision will be conducted at the student’s home or place of employment. The student’s SAE recordbooks will be evaluated at least once per month, on the 1st of
each month. In addition, SAE lessons are integrated in each ag-ricultural course. SAE participation can lead to full-time employment, scholarships, and awards through the FFA. FFA involvement is mandatory for this course. This will be a Pass/Fail course. Offering will be dictated by enrollment numbers.
BUSINESS COURSES
Accounting I
Grade: 10-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prereq: None
Accounting I is designed to introduce students to the basic fundamentals of double-entry accounting. We will complete the analysis of the accounting cycle for a sole proprietorship and a corporation. Students will follow through the journalizing process, create essential financial statements, and complete a simulation developing their skills. Various methods will be used to reinforce and develop student understanding.
Accounting II
Grade: 11-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prereq: Accounting I (Entire year with C or better every quarter)
and Instructor Approval
Accounting II is designed as a continuation of the fundamentals of double-entry accounting presented in Accounting I. First quarter will concentrate on the review and refinement of the accounting cycle for a sole proprietorship as applied through a transfer of knowledge to a computerized accounting program. We will progress to the accounting processes for a corporation and the special-ized records required for this form of ownership. This is an Independent Study course.
Business and Personal Law
Grade: 11-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: None
This course is an orientation to law in our society with an emphasis on business situations and transactions. The course content includes: an overview of ethics and trial procedures, the differences between civil and criminal law, copyright regulations, con-tracts, rights of the merchant and consumer, employee/employer responsibilities, and other various topics that will aid the student in becoming a competent consumer and citizen.
Business Communications
Grade: 11-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: Computer Literacy, Computer Formatting or equivalent
Business Communications is designed to help the student broaden his/her public speaking skills and explore the broad context of communication. The units covered may include: listening skills, nonverbal communication, technological etiquette, proper tele-phone techniques, international communication differences, business document preparation, conflict resolution, leadership/ supervi-sory techniques. Students will work one on one, in small groups, and with a larger audience.
Computer Formatting
Grade: 9-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: None
The student with previous keyboarding experience will refine their basic computer methods and be exposed to advanced formatting skills with an emphasis on presentation techniques. This course will utilize a Windows environment, Microsoft Office and its com-ponents--including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher. This course includes a desktop publishing simulation. The successful completion of this course will be accepted as the required Computer Literacy credit. Students may create a multitude of projects such as brochures, business cards and more.
Introduction to Business I
Grade: 9-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: None
This course is designed as an orientation to the world of business and serves as the framework for other business courses taken at the high school and/or college level. Units covered include: our economic system, the global economy, business in our economy, busi-ness structures, producing and marketing goods, international business, small business management and opportunities in small busi-ness. Students will utilize the internet and work independently and in teams on various projects.
Introduction to Business II
Grade: 10-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: Introduction to Business I
This course is an extension of Introduction to Business I with a focus on personal business aspects. Units covered include: consumers in the economy, the banking system, the Federal Reserve, opening and maintainin a checking account, using credit, the cost of credit, savings and investing, purchasing a home and auto, purchasing insurance for risk management, and budgeting. Students will utilize the internet and work independently and in teams on various projects. The successful completion of Introduction to Business I and Introduction to Business II will be accepted as the required Consumer Education credit.
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES
Advanced Foods & Nutrition (offered alternate years with International Foods )
Grade: 10-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: Foods & Nutrition (with a “C” or higher)
This course will increase a student’s skill through preparing challenging recipes in a variety of areas with an emphasis on food science. In addition, consumerism, nutrition, dieting, careers, selection and use of appliances and kitchen planning will be studied.
Child Development I
Grade: 10-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: None
This course is designed to help prepare the student to care for young children, whether in a preschool/day care setting, parenting, as a nanny or in-home care. Growth and development from prenatal through preschool stages are studied in terms of physical, social, emotional, and intellectual progress. The course includes opportunities to observe children of various ages.
Child Development II
Grade: 10-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: Child Dev. I with a grade of “C” or higher
Child Development II focuses on preparing students for working with young children in such careers as a day care assistant, preschool teacher, teacher’s aide and elementary school teacher. Knowledge of child development is applied in observing children of various ages and by creating activities and learning experiences (art, storytelling, play, math and science) suitable for toddlers and preschool-ers. Students will learn about the different types of early childhood programs available and will be able to evaluate signs of quality in each. Students will examine state licensing standards, curriculum, nutritious foods, and will plan a day care center which applies utilization of space, equipment, and budgeting.
Clothing & Textiles I
Grade: 9-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: None
This semester course will introduce the student to basic concepts of clothing construction skills and related careers. Topics include: the basic textiles, history of fashion, communicating through clothes and decision making skills. Construction units begin with using the sewing machine and understanding fabric. Students will construct three major projects, utilizing basic sewing skills on woven ma-terials and knits. Students provide their own supplies and must complete all construction work in class. Sewing for community service is introduced.
Clothing & Textiles II
Grade: 10-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: Clothing & Textiles I with a “C” or higher
Students will gain many construction skills, particularly in sleeves, buttonholes, facings, and (lapped) zippers. In addition to regular sewing machines, sergers and an embroidery machine will be used. Students will complete four projects as well as some smaller ones which will be donated as community service projects. Students provide their own supplies (teacher provides community service sup-plies) and must complete all construction work during class.
Clothing & Textiles III
Grade: 11-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: Clothing & Textiles II with a “B” or higher
Previously studied skills are refined and new skills added during this semester course. Certain techniques are emphasized in order to give constructed garments a professional appearance. Each student will construct five projects plus a community service project using sergers and embroidery machines where practical. Students provide their own supplies, (teacher provides community service supplies) and must complete all construction work during class.
Clothing & Textiles IV
Grade: 12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: Clothing & Textiles III with a “B” or higher
Construction skills are the focus of this semester course. Sewing, serging, and machine embroidery techniques are emphasized in order to give constructed garments a professional appearance. With the approval of the instructor, each student will construct six proj-ects, with one featuring digitized machine embroidery suitable for marketing and one as a community service project. Clothing and textile-related careers will be explored. Students provide their own supplies, and must complete all construction work during class. 15
Consumer Education
Grade: 11-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: None
Students are required by Illinois law to pass consumer education. The purpose of this course is to develop an understanding of the role of a consumer in our market economy. Various consumer-related topics will be studied throughout the semester including: effective management of personal income; improved purchasing habits; how to get credit and maintain a good credit rating; an overview of insurance options; banking services -- checking accounts, savings, budgeting, investments, loans, tax responsibilities, renting a place to live, and purchasing an automobile.
Exploring Foods & Nutrition
Grade: 9-10 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: None
This course is designed to introduce freshmen and sophomores to basic nutrition and food preparation concepts. Lab experiences will provide skills in basic food preparation. Food-related careers, sanitation, eating out, and current food and nutrition issues are also examined.
Foods & Nutrition
Grade: 9-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: Offered to any 11th & 12th grade student--9th & 10th grades with a “C” or better in Exploring Foods & Nutrition
Emphasis is placed on food preparation which preserves nutritional value through such units as: fruits, grains, eggs, meats, milk, cheese, poultry, pastry, cookies, quick and yeast breads, and vegetables. Incorporated into each unit are decision-making skills involv-ing convenience foods, cookery principles, and nutrients.
Housing & Interior Design
Grade: 10-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: None
Basic design principles and their applications to housing and interiors will be studied. Students will gain knowledge about housing and furniture styles, room design, color theory, and psychological and physical aspects of housing. These principles will be applied in a series of projects to produce functional environments for today’s living. Course content will include careers related to the interior housing and design field.
International Foods (offered alternate years with Advanced Foods & Nutrition)
Grade: 9-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: Any foods class with a “C” or higher grade
This course involves preparing and serving the foods of foreign countries. Emphasis will be placed on considering nutritional require-ments, demographic factors, and religious customs as they pertain to foods served in the countries of study. Proper etiquette, table settings and atmosphere for each country will be included. International influences upon regions of the United States will be investi-gated.
Parenting
Grade: 11-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: None
This course explores the responsibilities and issues related to parenting children of different ages. Topics include: roles, readiness, planning a family, conception, heredity, pregnancy and prenatal care, childbirth, and teenage pregnancy. Students will also learn about dealing with children of various age groups, parenting styles, children in crisis, children with special needs, parenting a teenager, and careers involving children. Recurrent themes are the importance of readiness for parenthood and the concept that parenting is an im-portant, joyous, difficult, and lifelong commitment. Spending three days with an “infant simulator” will give students a more accurate perception of parenting an infant.
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
Advanced Drafting
Grade: 11-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prereq: Intro to Drafting with a “C” or higher.
This course expands on what was learned in Intro. to Drafting. Students will go into greater depth for both architectural and mechani-cal drawings. Students will design and develop a complete set of house plans per ANSI standards, or learn basic solid modeling for students interested in engineering.
Advanced Woodworking
Grade: 12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prereq: Woodworking with a “C” or higher.
This course is designed for students interested in woodworking and cabinetmaking. Students will build upon skills learned in Wood-working. More emphasis will be given to designing / style, tool uses, and machine maintenance. The course will benefit students interested in careers such as carpenter/contractor, cabinetmaker/furniture maker, and home woodworking hobbyist. In addition to the lab fee charged for this course, the student is responsible for the cost of materials for the required project(s).
Introduction to Drafting
Grade: 10-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prereq: Algebra I
The goal of this course is to offer the basics of both mechanical and architectural drafting. Students will start out on manual drawings and gradually move to CAD (computer aided drafting) by the end of the first quarter. This course will benefit students interested in careers such as: Architect, Carpenter/Contractor, Engineer, Machinist, Drafter, Welder, Woodworker, and others.
Introduction to Industrial Technology
Grade: 9-11 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prereq: None
This course offers students an introduction to basic manual drafting, basic CAD (computer aided drafting), basic woodworking, tech-nology, and problem solving. Students will learn proper safety procedures and tool usage. They will also draft out and build several projects. This is the foundation course for all other Ind. Tech. courses. In addition to the lab fee charged for this course, the student is responsible for the cost of materials for the required projects.
Woodworking
Grade: 11-12 2 Sem. 1 Credit Prereq: Intro To Industrial Tech and Intro to Drafting with a “C” or higher or Instructor approval
This course is designed for students interested in woodworking and cabinetmaking. Students will build upon basic skills introduced in Intro to Industrial Tech. and Intro to Drafting. Students will learn about designing / styles, tool uses, and basic machine maintenance. The course will benefit students interested in careers such as carpenter / contractor, cabinetmaker / furniture maker, and home wood-working hobbyist. In addition to the lab fee charged for this course, the student is responsible for the cost of materials for the required projects.
MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY
Advanced Web Design
Grade: 10-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Cr. Prereq: Computer Formatting or Computer Literacy and Web Design I
(may be repeated)
The course is a continuation of Web Design I. The class is a examination of HTML in greater depth. Students will study the use of frames, tables, and related programming skills. Students will use a variety of web publishing programs and graphic design software to enhance created web pages. Advanced students will be given the responsibility of updating the district web page. Advanced Web Design may be repeated.
Digital Media
Grade: 9-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: Computer Literacy, Computer Formatting or equivalent
This course will introduce students to digital media including, but not limited to, digital cameras, digital video, digital sounds, captions and editing. Students will work on various projects throughout the semester both individually and in groups.
Media in Research
Grade: 11-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: Computer Literacy, Computer Formatting or equivalent
or Instructor’s approval (Grade of “B” or higher in English courses highly recommended.)
This course will introduce the student to computer-based tools for conducting research. Students also learn how to integrate multiple media (e.g. video cameras, video tape, scanned images) into computer-based presentations. The culminating project may be a publica-tion of research findings in an HTML (Hyper Text Markup Language) format which will be uploaded to the web server or a project presented in a multimedia (HyperStudio) format for peer review.
Web Design I
Grade: 10-12 1 Sem. 1/2 Credit Prereq: Computer Literacy, Computer Formatting or equivalent
This course will explore basic elements of HTML and utilize web design software. Students will learn how to design web pages, edit existing pages, and enhance pages using several different techniques. Students will also learn how to manipulate the Internet as a learning tool for creating and researching projects.
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