Agriculture Art & Design Auto Mechanics
Cabinet Making Career Management Carpentry
Culinary Arts Diesel Mechanics Drafting
Electronics Family & Consumer Sciences Health Science & Tech.
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
·
· 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.