VOCATIONAL

CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION

 

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Agriculture                                                 Art & Design                                     Auto Mechanics            

Cabinet Making                                          Career Management                        Carpentry            

Culinary Arts                                              Diesel Mechanics                              Drafting     

Electronics                                                  Family & Consumer Sciences           Health Science & Tech.

Information Technology                            Marketing                              


 

                               

 

 

Vocational courses code numbers that include a “V” are courses that are offered at the Wilson County Vocational Center.  Courses which have dual numbers (i.e., with and without the “V” notation) are offered at the Center as well as the Mt. Juliet High School campus.

 

Special Notes:   

(1) If a course is listed as a prerequisite, students must complete and receive a passing grade in the course.

(2) Students who register for courses in which two (2) or more credits

are awarded are required to remain in the course for the entire time period registered.

 

 

 

 

Agriculture Courses Offered at

Mt. Juliet High School

2004-05 Year

 

 

Agriculture Course Descriptions

 

 

·        ·        AGRISCIENCE (5171) 1 credit Ö Open to grade 9 only

 

·        ·        FUNDAMENTALS OF AGRICULTURE (5154) 1 credit Open to grades 9,10,11 and 12

 

 

·        ·        AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS AND MAINTENANCE 1 (5151)1 credit ÖOpen to grades 10,11

 

·        ·        AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS AND MAINTENANCE 2 (5152) 1 credit Open to grades 10, 11,12 Prerequisite:   Agricultural Mechanics and Maintenance 1

 

 

·        ·        AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS AND MAINTENANCE 3 (5178) 1 credit Open to grades 11,12 Prerequisite:   Agriculture Mechanics and Maintenance 1 or 2

 

·        ·        GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT (5167) 1 or 2 credits Open to grades 10,11,12 Prerequisite:  Agriscience or Fundamentals of Agriculture

 

·        ·        SMALL ANIMAL CARE (5172) D 1 credit     Open to grades 10,11,12

 

 

·        ·        HORSE SCIENCE (5168) D 1 credit Open to grades 10,11,12 Prerequisites: AgriScience or Fundamentals of Agriculture

 

·        ·        EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LANDSCAPING (5163) 1 credit Open to grades 10,11,12 Prerequisite: AgriScience or Fundamentals of Agriculture

 

·        ·        WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AND RECREATION (5174) 1credit Open to grades 11,11,and12. Prerequisite: AgriScience or Fundamentals of Agriculture

 

 

·        ·        Additional courses to be offered as part of a rotation in 2005-06:

Principles of Veterinary Science (5176)

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT (5169)

FORESTRY (5165)

 

These courses also have prerequisites of Fundamentals of Agriculture or Agriscience

 

 

AGRICULTURE

Course Descriptions

 

FFA will be an Integral part of ALL agriculture classes.

 

 

 

 

 

AGRISCIENCE (5171) D

1 credit Ö

Open to grade 9 only

Fundamentals of Agriculture may not be taken with or after this course.

Provides agriscience education for students considering higher education focusing on biological, environmental, chemical, and physical sciences.  Includes leadership and personal development skills through FFA membership.  Meets a life science credit requirements for high school graduation and college entrance.

 

FUNDAMENTALS OF AGRICULTURE (5154)

1 credit

Open to grades 9,10,11 and 12

Designed to develop basic theories and principles involved in animal science, agribusiness, agricultural mechanics, and natural resource management, careers, leadership, and an active FFA organization.

 

ADVANCED PRINCIPLES OF AGRICULTURE (5155)

1 credit

Open to grades 10,11,12

Prerequisite:  1 credit in Agriscience or 1 credit in Fundamentals of Agriculture

Builds on the fundamental skills developed in Agriscience and Fundamentals of Agriculture to allow students to be active in advanced concepts regarding plant and animal science, agriculture mechanics and leadership development.

 

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT (5169) D

1 credit Ö

Open to grades 11, 12

Leadership analyzes attributes and capabilities of those in leadership positions; to assist students in the development of their interpersonal relationships and other related skills.  Most jobs are lost or gained because of the leadership ability a person has.  As we enter the 21st century and a global market place, these skills will become more important as an asset for career success.

 

AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS AND MAINTENANCE 1 (5151)

1 credit Ö

Open to grades 10,11

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.  Students will be instructed on the FFA student organization, program of activities, basic leadership skills, and supervised agriculture experience programs.

 

AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS AND MAINTENANCE 2 (5152) (Formerly AGRICULTURAL POWER AND EQUIPMENT)

1 credit

Open to grades 10, 11,12

Prerequisite:   Agricultural Mechanics and Maintenance 1

Includes basic information and laboratory activities on small engines, tractors, and agricultural equipment maintenance, repair and overhaul.  Standards address competencies for electrical motors, hydraulic systems and fuel-powered engines.

 

AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS AND MAINTENANCE 3 (5178) (Formerly Principals of Agricultural Engineering)

1 credit

Open to grades 11,12

Prerequisite:   Agriculture Mechanics and Maintenance 1 or 2

Includes basic technologies of metal fabrication and agriculture structures.  Also includes hot/cold metal work, and material computation, electric wiring and codes, blueprint reading and drawing and selection of appropriate materials for projects.

 

AQUACULTURE/HYDROPONIC (5159/5179)

1 credit

Open to grades 10,11, and 12

Prerequisite: Agriscience or Fundamentals of Agriculture

This course focuses on standards that challenge students to plan for future food needs using advanced technologies and less space.  It includes career choices, production, marketing, anatomy, water quality and leadership skills needed for careers in agriculture.  Hydroponics blend environmental and aquaculture plans for future food needs on less space.

 

GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT (5167)

1 or 2 credits

Open to grades 10,11,12

Prerequisite:  Agriscience or Fundamentals of Agriculture

Develops basic skills and general knowledge of greenhouse operations.  Includes standards regarding environmental needs of plants, government regulations of greenhouses and management skills needed for successful greenhouse production.

 

HORTICULTURE TECHNOLOGIES (5175) D

1 credit Ö

Open to grades 11, 12

Prerequisite:  Greenhouse management or Aquaculture D

This course includes standards that challenge students to plan for future food needs, using advanced technologies.  These technologies are becoming increasingly important as populations grow and farmland is consumed by urban growth.  Understanding the benefits of these technologies and how to blend their use with environmental conservation is important as we enter the 21st century. 

 

TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT (5173) D

1 credit Ö

Open to 11, 12

Prerequisite:  AgriScience or Fundamentals of Agriculture D

Turfgrass is the most widely used ornamental crop in this country and is a multibillion- dollar a year business.  This course will cover thee history of turfgrass in this country and the management techniques utilized today in various turfgrass applications.  Students will be applying these techniques as they prepare for a career in turfgrass management.

 

 

EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LANDSCAPING (5163)

 1 credit

Open to grades 10,11,12

Prerequisite: AgriScience or Fundamentals of Agriculture

Introduces students to the mechanics of landscaping.  Includes identifying and selecting plant material, setting up a small business, basic skills in drafting and other practical skills needed in the field of landscaping.  Students will also develop leadership skills necessary for directing employees and working with consumers.

 

SMALL ANIMAL CARE (5172) D

1 credit   

Open to grades 10,11,12

Contains objectives preparing students for careers in managing and caring for specialty and pet animals. This class will focus on such areas as: parasite control, safe animal restraint, safety in chemical application, calculating dosages, asses the benefit of neutering and spaying, animal rights vs. animal welfare.

 

FORESTRY (5165)

1 credit

Open to grades 10,11,12

 Develops student knowledge of forestry technology as it progresses.  Students will develop skills in producing, harvesting, marketing, developing forestry products, and evaluate practices insuring the protection of natural resources found in the forest ecosystem.

 

LIVESTOCK MANAGEMENT (5177)   (Formerly called Livestock Production)

1 credit

Open to grades 10,11,12

Prerequisite:  Agriscience or Fundamentals of Agriculture

Prepares students for a career in animal science.  Includes basic knowledge of animal anatomy, nutrition, health, genetics, and animal facilities.  Students will evaluate the effect a livestock management program has on the local ecosystem.

 

PRINCIPLIES OF VETERINARY SCIENCE  (5176)

1 credit

Open to grades 11,12

Prerequisites:  Biology and Agriscience or Biology and Fundamentals of Agriculture

Advanced standards will familiarize students will competencies required in a veterinary science career.  The animal health industry continues to grow in importance and prominence as more people purchase animals for pleasure and sustenance.

 

HORSE SCIENCE (5168) D

1 credit

Open to grades 10,11,12

Prerequisites: AgriScience or Fundamentals of Agriculture D

Designed to develop basic understanding of equine handling, health, maintenance, reproduction, selection and management.  Provides students with a fundamental understanding in animal science to prepare them for advanced courses in the animal science sub-cluster.

 

COOPERATIVE METHODOLOGY (5180)

Credit is awarded in the appropriate related vocational course in which the student is enrolled.

Open to grades 11,12

Prerequisite: Enrolled in an Agriculture course.

This course is designed to help student with their SOEP.

 

 


 

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES

OCCUPATIONAL

 

EARLY CHILDHOOD CAREERS

 

 

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CAREERS 1    (5650V)   1 credit

Designed to inform students of options for employment in related occupations. To promote group participation and develop leadership skills. (F.C.C.L.A. Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America, the youth organization, is an integral part of curriculum.  Academic integration and Gateway reinforcement are integral parts of the curriculum.

 

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CAREERS 2 

(5660AV)        2 credits (full year)

Prerequisite:  Early Childhood Education Careers 1

Assists students in preparation for employment in related occupations using basic knowledge and skills in personal management,  development, and improvement of the understanding of children’s growth patterns.  To evaluate skills/abilities of the students, a ten- (10-) week nursery school, “Tot Time,” is operated at the Center during March, April, and May.  During this one-and-one-half (1 ½) hour, four (4) days per week practicum, students (employees) perform daily skills/abilities needed to provide a learning environment for two-to-five- year (2-5) old children.  To promote group participation and develop leadership skills, F.C.C.L.A. is  an integral part of the curriculum.  Academic integration and Gateway reinforcement are integral parts of the curriculum.

 

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CAREERS 3   

                                                (5661BV)       1 credit

Prerequisite:   Early Childhood Education Careers 2/Careers With Children 2 with an average of 80 or above  or teacher recommendation.

Designed as a “follow up” to Careers With Children 1 and 2  with more emphasis on awareness and employment in related occupations.  To advance  and emphasize skills/abilities of the students, “Tot Time” will be a practicum to reinforce students’ (employees) skills/abilities needed to operate the pre-school program.  To promote group participation and to develop leadership skills F.C.C.L.A. will continue to be an integral part of the curriculum.  Academic integration and Gateway reinforcement are integral parts of the curriculum.

 


HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

 

 

MEDICAL THERAPEUTICS                      (5506 or 5506V)  1 credit

Open to Grades 10, 11, and 12

Explores career opportunities and issues in health care while focusing on leadership development, anatomy and physiology, medical microbiology, pharmacology, and basic skills.  Upon successful completion of this course, students will have basic medical skills, such as checking blood pressure, and will be certified in the lifesaving techniques of CPR and first aid.

 

REHAB THERAPY                                  (5503 or 5503V)  1 credit

Open to Grades 10, 11, and 12

Designed for students interested in exploring careers associated with rehabilitation.  Includes the study of bones, muscles, joints, and nerves in the human body; correct body alignment; routine range of motion exercises; personal fitness; exercise physiology; or recreational therapy.  Also includes information for students interested in speech therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, and  athletic training.

 

HEALTH SCIENCE EDUCATION   (5504 or 5504V)  1 credit

Open to Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12

Includes the study of health careers, career success, leadership development through Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) activities, basic nutrition, diet therapy, safety measures, applications of metric system, environmental/community health, growth, CPR, and first aid.

 

NURSING EDUCATION                (5507 or 5507V)   1 credit

Open to grade 12

Prerequisites:  Health Science Education, Medical Therapeutics

Parent and student informational meeting prior to start of class. Date to be announced

Focuses on the study of dealing with direct bedside nursing care.  Includes clinical experience and supervised practice (for selected students) in a nursing home setting.  Upon successful completion, the student will be eligible to take the state exam for Certified Nursing Technician.

 

DIAGNOSTIC MEDICINE             (5511 or 5511V)  1 credit

Open to Grades 11 and 12

Designed for students interested in medicine.  Includes the study of cardiology, imaging, the medical laboratory, radiology, and other forms of diagnostic medicine.  Upon successful completion, students will be able to perform basic medical diagnostic skills.

 


EMS, EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

            (5510 or 5510V)   1 credit

Open to grades 10, 11,  and 12

Provides students with the opportunity to gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to give appropriate care when called to help a victim of injury or sudden illness.  Designed for students who are interested in a better understanding of emergency medical technicians, paramedics, ER nurses, and other careers associated with emergency management.

 

ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY* (5509 or 5509V)  1 credit

Open to grades 11 and 12

Prerequisites: Biology 1 and Chemistry

Designed for students planning on pursuing a health care profession; includes the study of the normal body defenses against disease processes, the effects of abnormal factors on the normal functioning of the body, the comparison of anatomical structures and physiological functions of each body system, and the treatments for system diseases. *NOTE: Fulfills 1 vocational credit OR 1 science requirement.

 


VOCATIONAL BUSINESS/

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

 

 

Computer Technology Cluster

·         Career opportunities include computer operator, e-commerce designer, multimedia assistant or specialist, desktop publishing specialist.

·         Suggested Course Sequence:

9th grade          Document Creation Design/

Keyboarding Applications

10th grade        Information Management Systems 1 OR

                        Internet Navigation  Commun. Systems

11th grade        Information Management Systems 2 OR

                        Interactive Multimedia/Desktop Pub.

12th grade        Web Page Design/Electronic Commerce

Business Support Cluster

·         Career opportunities include administrative assistant, work processing specialist, database management, desktop publishing assistant.

·         Suggested Course Sequence:

9th grade          Document Creation Design/

Keyboarding Applications

10th grade        Information Management Systems 1

11th grade        Management/Amer. Bus. Legal Systems

12th grade        Administrative Management 1 and 2

Web Page Design Cluster

·         Career opportunities include web designer, systems analyst, computer specialist

·         Suggested Course Sequence:

9th grade          Document Creation Design/

                        Keyboarding Applications

10th grade        Information Management Systems 1

11th grade        Management/Amer. Bus. Legal Systems

12th grade        Web Page Design 1 and 2

Recommended courses to be taken in conjunction with those listed in pathways include the following:  Computer Architecture, Accounting, and/or Principles of Business.

 

 


MARKETING EDUCATION

 

 

MARKETING AND MANAGEMENT 1:  PRINCIPLES                      

    (5000V)                    1 credit

Open to grades 11 and 12

Focuses on the study of basic marketing concepts and their practical application. Students will examine risks and challenges which marketers face in establishing a competitive edge.  Includes economics, marketing foundations/functions, and human resource leadership development.  Skills in communication, mathematics, economics, and psychology are reinforced.  Membership in DECA is required.

NOTE:  This course may substitute for the required course of Economics.

 

MARKETING AND MANAGEMENT 2:  INTERNHIP     (5001V)

                        1 credit for classroom and 1 credit for internship

Open to grades 11 and 12

Provides further detail of the marketing/management concepts taught in Marketing and Management 1/Principles.  Students will examine challenges, responsibilities, and risks managers face in today's workplace.  Emphasizes the development of decision-making skills so that students understand the impact of management-oriented challenges.  Students are assigned to co-op based on application completion, reference checks, and attendance and academic records.

NOTE:  This course may substitute for the required course of Economics.

 

RETAIL OPERATIONS                    (5022V)                    1 credit

Open to Grades 10, 11, and 12

Offers students the opportunity  to learn marketing skills needed in the fast-paced world of fashion marketing.  Students will learn that fashion retailing is a significant and vital component to the United States economy.  Throughout the curse the student will be made aware of the importance of retailing in its various forms.

NOTE:  Juniors and seniors may earn an additional credit for internship.

 


ENTREPRENEURSHIP/INTERNSHIP                      (5005V)

1 credit for classroom and 1 credit for internship

Open to Grade 12

Prerequisite: Any Marketing course, a minimum GPA of 77, minimum attendance of 92 percent, and teacher recommendation

Provides students the opportunity to analyze and evaluate the various aspects of business ownership in today's marketplace.  Students will also be involved in the actual process of developing a business plan and determining its opportunities for success.  Students are assigned to Co-op based on application completion, reference checks, attendance, and academic records.

NOTE:  This course may substitute for the required course of Economics.

 

FINANCIAL SERVICES MARKETING/INTERNSHIP                

Open to grades 11 and 12                  (5006 or 5006V)        

1 credit for classroom and 1 credit for internship

Offers students an opportunity to gain knowledge and develop skills related to the financial services industry.  Students study the impact of today’s financial markets on the economy and in consumer decisions.

NOTE:  This course may substitute for the required course of Economics.

 


 

TRADES AND INDUSTRY

 

ART AND DESIGN

 

 

 

WEB PAGE DESIGN 1                 (5766/5766V)             1 credit

Open to grades 10, 11, and 12

Prerequisite: Information Management Systems 1 OR Keyboarding/Keyboarding Applications AND Information Technology Infrastructure.

Prepares students with work-related, leadership, and employment skills for advancement to Web Page Design 2. Provides students with the opportunity to acquire basic skills in theory and practical language, structure, and topography.  Stresses HTML layout and design guidelines as applied in the design of markup language documents.    Laboratory facilities and experiences simulate those found in the web page design and industry.

 

WEB PAGE DESIGN 2                 (5767/5767V)             1 credit

Open to grades 11 and 12

Prerequisite: Web Page Design 1      

Includes exposure to basic and advanced web design, pixilated and vector-based web graphics, web animations and the dynamics of web hosting, and web design in e-commerce.  Provides students with the opportunity to acquire fundamental skills in both theory and practical application of web design and of leadership and interpersonal skill development.  Prepares students with work-related skills for the advancement into post-secondary education or industry.  Laboratory facilities and experiences simulate those found in the web page design and industry.

 


 

 


CAREER MANAGEMENT SUCCESS

 

 

TRANSPORTATION CLUSTER

All classes in the transportation cluster require a student to pass a safety test and have proof of insurance before being permitted in the shop/lab.

 

CAREER MANAGEMENT SUCCESS AND TRANSPORTATION CORE

                        (5701/5702 or 5701V/5702V)           1 credit

Open to grades 9 and 10

Core course for career clusters which provides students with tools for achieving success in their academic, work, and personal lives using basic skills and knowledge needed for success.  Topics, resented in a real-world context, provide opportunities for developing personal and career goals, effective communication skills, teamwork abilities, and successful work attitudes.  Students study safety, tools, and equipment, shop operations, and basic technician skills. In addition, students will be made aware of career opportunities and requirements of a professional service technician.

NOTE: Beginning with the 2002-2003 freshman class, this course is required for Automotive Technology and/or Diesel Mechanics Technology.  This does not apply to students entering high school prior to 2002-2003.

 

 

AUTO MECHANICS

 

 

Suggested Course Sequence:

9th grade          Career Management Success: Transportation Core (1 credit)

10th grade        Automotive Technology 1: Electrical/Electronics (1 credit)

11th grade        Automotive Technology 2: Brake Systems

(1 credit)

12th grade        Automotive Technology 2 Advanced: Engine

Performance (2 credits)

 

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 1: ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS        

(5713 or 5713V)         1 credit

Open to grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 (preference given to grades 10 and 11)

Focuses on the application of the principles of electricity and electronics to automotive technology and on the development of diagnostic skills.  Provides students with 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.

NOTE: Beginning with the 2002-2003 freshman class, the following prerequisites are required to enroll: Algebra 1 or Math Tech 2 (may be taken concurrently) AND Career Management Success and Transportation Core.  This prerequisite does not apply to students entering high school prior to 2002-2003.

 


AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 2: Brake Systems

                                                (5712 or 5712V)         1 credit

Open to grades 10, 11, and 12

Prerequisite: Automotive Technology 1

Provides training in the diagnosis and repair of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems used in standard and antilock brake systems.  Covers diagnostic, repair, and/or service technology of truck hydraulic and antilock brake systems to the original equipment manufacture (OEM) specifications.  Student knowledge is applied in the shop environment.

 

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 2 ADVANCED: ENGINE PERFORMANCE        (5711 or 5711V)         2 credits (full year)

Open to grades 11 and 12

Prerequisites: Auto Mechanics 2 with an average of 80 or above or teacher recommendation

Covers electronic ignitions and distributor ignition systems, fuel management, exhaust emission control, and computer input and output signals.  Students will identify the different types of sensors used by automotive engine computers and will perform inspections, tests, and measurements for diagnosis of needed repairs.

 

 

DIESEL MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY

 

 

Suggested Course Sequence:

9th grade          Career Management Success/Transportation Core (1 credit)

10th grade        Diesel Technology 1: Preventive Maintenance

Inspection (1 credit)

11th grade        Diesel Technology 2: Electrical and Electronics

                        (1 credit)

12th grade        Diesel Technology 2 Advanced: Diesel Engine

                        (2 credits)

 

DIESEL MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY 1: PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE INSPECTION              5714V)            1 credit

Open to grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 (preference given to grades 10 and 11)

Offers students training in the inspection of servicing of heavy trucks by introducing proper procedures and practices for preventive maintenance and servicing.

NOTE: Beginning with the 2002-2003 freshman class, the following prerequisites are required to enroll: Algebra 1 or Math Tech 2 (may be taken concurrently) AND Career Management Success/Transportation Core.  This prerequisite does not apply to students entering high school prior to 2002-2003.

 


DIESEL MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY 2: ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS                                       (5717V)           1 credit

Open to grades 10, 11, and 12

Prerequisite: Diesel Mechanics Technology 1

Provides training in the diagnosis and repair of the electrical systems of medium and heavy trucks.  Students apply principles of electricity and electronics to diesel technology and develop diagnostic skills.  Includes training in the use of test equipment, such as digital multimeters (DMM) and ammeters.

 

DIESEL MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY 2 ADVANCED: DIESEL ENGINE                                              (5718V)           2 credits

Open to grades 11 and 12

Prerequisites: Diesel Mechanics Technology 2 and with an average of 80 or above or teacher recommendation

Offers training in the testing and repairing of diesel engines and related systems.  Provides an introduction to fundamental principles of diesel engine operation.  Students will learn to perform inspections, tests, and measurements for diagnosis of needed repairs.


CONSTRUCTION CLUSTER

All classes in the Construction Cluster require a student to pass a safety test and have proof of insurance before being permitted in the shop/lab.

 

CAREER MANAGEMENT SUCCESS AND CONSTRUCTION CORE

(5701/5730 or 5701V/5730V)           1 credit

Open to grades 9 and 10

Core course for career clusters which provides students with tools for achieving success in their academic, work, and personal lives using basic skills and knowledge needed for success.  Topics, resented in a real-world context, provide opportunities for developing personal and career goals, effective communication skills, teamwork abilities, and successful work attitudes.  In addition, the course content includes safety, math related to the construction trades, hand tool and power tool operation, blue print reading, and rigging.

NOTE: Beginning with the 2002-2003 freshman class, this course is required for Cabinet Making, Carpentry, and/or Drafting.  This prerequisite does not apply to students entering high school prior to 2002-2003.

 

 

CARPENTRY

 

 

Suggested Course Sequence:

9th grade       Career Mgmt. Success: Construction Core (1 credit)

10th grade     Carpentry 1 (1 credit)

11th grade     Carpentry 2 (1 credit)

12th grade     Carpentry 2 Advanced (2 credits)

 

CARPENTRY 1                          (5731 or 5731V)         1 credit

Open to grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 (preference given to grades 10 and 11)

An introduction to basic carpentry skills, the tools associated with carpentry work, and job safety.  Focuses on math training and review, technical data, and blueprint reading.  Provides hands-on experience, covering a wide range of hand and power tools required for carpentry.  Students receive instruction on the basic fundamentals of building techniques, including rough framing of floor and wall systems.

NOTE: Beginning with the 2002-2003 freshman class, the following prerequisites are required to enroll: Algebra 1 or Math Tech 2 (may be taken concurrently) AND Career Management Success/Construction Core.  This prerequisite does not apply to students entering high school prior to 2002-2003.

 


CARPENTRY 2                          (5731A or 5731AV)   1 credit

Open to grades 10, 11, and 12

Prerequisite:  Carpentry  1

Focuses on safety, carpentry math, tool usage, framing operations, and ceiling and roof framing for residential construction.  Students receive instruction in cutting stairs and installing exterior windows and doors and visit local industry and residential construction sites.

NOTE: Beginning with the 2004-2005 freshman class, the following prerequisite is required to enroll: Geometry (may be taken concurrently)

 

CARPENTRY 2 ADVANCED   

 (5732A or 5732AV)     2 credits (full year)

Open to grades 11 and 12

Prerequisite:  Carpentry 2 with an average of 80 or above or teacher recommendation.

Educates students on various carpentry skills and tasks associated with construction other than residential framing, including interior trim, interior doors, decks, hardwood flooring, and storage buildings.  Also includes remodeling procedures, such as drywall repair and floor repair.  Students receive instruction on customer relations/communication and the operation of a sole proprietor/contractor business.  Students conduct on-site tours of local industry and residential construction sites.

    

 

CABINET MAKING

 

 

Suggested Course Sequence:

9th grade          Career Management Success: Construction Core

                                    (1 credit)

10th grade        Cabinet-Making 1 (1 credit)

11th grade        Cabinet-Making 2 (1 credit)

12th grade        Cabinet-Making 2 Advanced (2 credits)

 

CABINET MAKING 1                              (5743V)           1 credit

Open to grades 9, 10, 11, and 12, preference given to grades 10 and 11

Prerequisite: Career Management Success

Introduction to woodworking, including history of cabinet making and millwork, career exploration, training requirements, furniture designs, safety and housekeeping, and use of hand tools and power equipment in the cabinet shop.

NOTE: Beginning with the 2002-2003 freshman class, the following prerequisites are required to enroll: Algebra 1 or Math Tech 2 (may be taken concurrently) AND Career Management Success/Construction Core.  This prerequisite does not apply to students entering high school prior to 2002-2003.

 


CABINET MAKING 2                              (5225V)           1 credit

Open to grades 10, 11, and 12

Prerequisite:  Cabinet Making 1

Includes the principles and procedures for construction of wood cabinets, furniture, and other wood products.  Instruction and practical lab experiences are taught in selecting, measuring, cutting, assembling, and finishing various woods.

NOTE: Beginning with the 2004-2005 freshman class, the following prerequisite is required to enroll: Geometry (may be taken concurrently).

 

CABINET MAKING 2 ADVANCED  (5225AV)  2 credits (full year)

Open to grades 11 and 12

Prerequisite:  Cabinet Making 2 with an average of 80 or above or teacher recommendation

Includes more detailed principles and procedures for construction of wood cabinets, furniture, and more detailed and designed wood products.

 


DRAFTING

 

 

Suggested Course Sequence:

9th grade          Career Management Success: Construction Core

                                    (1 credit)

10th grade        Drafting 1: Engineering Design/CAD (1 credit)

11th grade        Drafting 2: Engineering Design/CAD (1 credit)

12th grade        Drafting 2 Advanced: Computer-Aided Design

                                    (2 credits)

 

DRAFTING 1: ENGINEERING DESIGN/CAD 

(5788 or 5788V)         1 credit

Open to grades 9, 10, 11, and 12, with preference given to grades 10 and 11

Introduction to basic concepts of scale drawing and orthographic projections by making simple two- (2) and three- (3) dimensional drawings using manual drafting tools and computer-aided design (CAD).  Enables students to make the transition into the use of CAD software by having them make increasingly complicated drawings.  Students work in teams on class projects to create, construct, and assemble a mechanical or architectural product.

NOTE: Beginning with the 2002-2003 freshman class, the following prerequisites are required to enroll: Algebra 1 or Math Tech 2 (may be taken concurrently) AND Career Management Success/Construction Core.  This prerequisite does not apply to students entering high school prior to 2002-2003.

 

DRAFTING 2: ENGINEERING DESIGN/CAD         

(5788A or 5788AV)         1 credit

Prerequisite:  Drafting 1/Engineering Design (CAD)

Includes more complex assignments and projects based on the knowledge and skills learned in Drafting 1.

NOTE:  Beginning with the 2004-2005 freshman class, the following prerequisite is required to enroll:  Geometry (may be taken concurrently).

 

DRAFTING 2 ADVANCED: COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN

(5789 or 5789V)      2 credits (full year)

Open to grades 11 and 12

Prerequisite: Drafting 2/Engineering Design (CAD) with an average of 80 or above or teacher recommendation

Focuses on learning to use a CAD program to create engineering drawings, assembly drawings, welding and process drawings, cross sections, three- (3) dimensional representations, and bills of materials.  Emphasis on individual drawings, with some group projects and increasingly complex drawings.

NOTE:  Beginning with the 2004-2005 freshman class, the following prerequisite is required to enroll:  Geometry (may be taken concurrently).

 


CULINARY ARTS

 

 

All classes in the Culinary Arts Cluster require a student to pass a safety test and have proof of insurance before being permitted in the shop/lab.

 

CULINARY ARTS 1                                (5381V)           1 credit

Open to grades 9, 10, 11, and 12, with preference given to grades 10 and 11

Introduces students to food production skills (including preparation of breads, cakes, cookies, sandwiches, salads, appetizers, garnishes), cooking, and safety and sanitation skills.  Includes customer service skills, food costs, measuring techniques, and career development.  To promote culinary excellence, the VICA club is a part of classroom instruction.

 

CULINARY ARTS 2                                (5382V)           1 credit

Open to grades 10, 11, and 12

Prerequisite:  Culinary Arts 1

Develops a broad knowledge of restaurant equipment, sanitation, personal hygiene, nutrition, diet, pastries, menu-planning, and recipes.  Includes the study of cost control, ordering of supplies, proper storage, and the evaluation and implementation of HACCP, a food safety program building upon knowledge of food preparation skills.  To promote culinary excellence, the VICA club is a part of the classroom instruction.

 

CULINARY ARTS 2 ADVANCED   (5384V)      2 credits (full year)

Open to grades 11 and 12

Prerequisite:   Culinary Arts 2 and an average of 80 or above or teacher recommendation

Continuation of topics covered in Culinary Arts 1 and 2 with more emphasis placed on a culinary arts career, individual projects, and management development.  To promote culinary excellence, the VICA club is a part of the classroom instruction.

 

 

ELECTRONICS

 

 

ELECTRONICS 1: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURES                     (5755 or 5755V)         1 credit

Open to grades 9, 10, 11, and 12, preference given to grades 10 and 11

Recommendation:  Algebra 1

Designed to provide students with basic fundamental knowledge and skills in both theory and practical applications. Introduces applications in direct current, alternating current, circuitry resistance, capacities inductance, and electronics test equipment.  Safety rules and proper procedure for using electronic equipment are emphasized.

 


ELECTRONICS 2: COMPUTER ARTCHITECTURE

(5756 or 5756V)          1 credit

Open to grades 10, 11, and 12

Prerequisite:  Electronics 1/Information Technology

Infrastructures

Provides students with the opportunity to troubleshoot, replace, install, and upgrade computers.  Includes basic concepts with semiconductors, integrated circuits, solid state fundamentals, and digital logic fundamentals.  Designed to prepare students in the use of hardware-oriented, software-oriented, and program-oriented procedures in the repair of computers.

 

ELECTRONICS 2 ADVANCED: NETWORK ARCHITECTURE AND CABLING TECHNOLOGY

(5757 or 5757V) 2 credits (full year)

Open to grades 11 and 12

Prerequisite: Electronics 2/Computer Architecture with an average of 80 or above or teacher recommendation

Focuses on practical skills necessary to design and manage networks.  Allows students to interconnect workstations, peripherals, terminals, and other networking devices to create and integrate a system where all devices speak the same language.


 

 

Some of the courses described under the vocational portion of the course descriptions can be articulated at Volunteer State Community College, Nashville State Tech, Tennessee Technology Center at Hartsville, and the Tennessee Technology Center—Nashville.  Students interested in attending any of these post-secondary institutions must assume the responsibility of determining whether they meet the criteria to articulate.

 

Below is a list of courses that, at this time, articulate:

 

            Course                                     School(s)

Drafting 2: Advanced             Technology Center at Hartsville,

                                                Nashville State Community College

Auto Mechanics 2: Advanced Technology Center at Hartsville

Applied Communication           Vol State Community College

Marketing 1 and 2*                 Vol State Community College

Keyboarding/Keyboarding

   Applications                         Vol State Community College

Culinary Arts 1, 2, and

   2: Advanced                         Vol State Community College

Legal and Protective Serv.     Nashville State Technical College

   (must have 3 credits)

 

*Students must have credit in all classes listed.