PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCE(1.0 credit each) Students will develop knowledge and skills in advanced areas of plant and soil science, including range resource management. The instruction will also include the importance of biotechnology in crop production. Students will also learn to identify common weeds, diseases, and insect pests.
FLORICULTURE and GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT(1.0 credit) Students will develop knowledge and skills related to the floriculture industry. Floral design and management will be the primary units of study. Students will be prepared to create floral arrangements, grow floriculture crops, and manage commercial floriculture operations. Fee is required.
LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT(0.5 credit) Students will develop knowledge and skills in nursery operation and landscape management practices that will prepare the students to select appropriate plant materials and to design, install, and maintain interior and exterior plantings and hardscapes. They will also learn to maintain the facilities and equipment associated with this industry.
Elective Courses (1.0 Credits required from the following) BIOLOGY - AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE (1.0 credit) Biology is the science of life and its functions. Students will have an experience-based and example approach to life’s structure and processes. It will give students an introduction to cells and the small make-up of life, as well as organs and how the body works. Plants and animals are covered in a scientific view, with examples. Agricultural Biology gives us the opportunity to use animal examples in units and subjects. Opportunities in science will be discussed and practiced to allow students to explore the career opportunities available. Learning activities are varied, with classroom, laboratory, and field experiences. Students will create projects in areas of genetics and cells. Group involvement and personal growth are both a focus during the class. Units learned include Ecosystems and Biomes, Chemistry, Cells and Cell Structure, Organs and Functions, DNA and RNA, Genetics, and Evolution. FFA and SAE are included in Agricultural Biology.
LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES 1 (1.0 credit) This class teaches how to be an effective leader. Concepts include leadership history, goal setting, time management, effective communication, diversity, and decision making. BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS (1.0 credit) Business Communication affects all aspects of our lives. This introductory course will teach students to communicate in a clear, courteous, concise, complete and correct manner on both the personal and professional levels. Competency will be developed in oral, written, interpersonal, technological, and employment communication. Listening skills will be incorporated throughout the year. The overriding goal is to provide students with a solid communication base, so they are able to communicate effectively.
INTERNSHIP IN RELATED FIELD (.5 credit) CTE Internships provide on the job training opportunities that are directly related to a career goal and course of study identified through the College and Career Ready Plan. This Work-Based Learning experience is designed to bridge the gap between school and work. Appropriate supervision by a school/district coordinator must be maintained.