Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources 7000 Intro to World Agricultural Science & Technology, 0.5 credit 7005 Plant and Animal Production, 0.5 credit 7010 Applied Agricultural Science and Technology, 0.5 credit 7020 Animal Science, 0.5 credit 7030 Advanced Animal Science, 0.5 credit 7050 Exploring Aquaculture, 0.5 credit 7060 Intro to Horticultural Science, 0.5 credit 7070 Horticultural Plant Production, 0.5 credit 7071 Horticulture, 1 credit 7080 Intro to Agricultural Mechanics, 0.5 credit 7090 Home Maintenance and Improvement, 0.5 credit 7100 Wildlife and Recreation Management, 0.5 credit 7110 Landscape Design, Construction, & Maintenance, 0.5 credit 7120 Floral Design & Interior Landscape Development, 0.5 credit 7130 Advanced Floral Design, 0.5 credit 7150 Equine Science, 0.5 credit 7155 Introduction to Veterinary Assistant Technology, 0.5 credit 7160 Agricultural Metal Fabrication Technology, 0.5 credit 7156 Veterinary Medical Assistant I, 1 to 2 credit 7157 Veterinary Medical Assistant II, 1 to 2 credit 7171 Meat Processing, 2 credits 7183 Agricultural Mechanics I, 2 credits 7193 Agricultural Mechanics II, 2 credits Introduction to World Agricultural Science and Technology 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 9-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $10.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended This basic course is designed to provide an introduction to global agriculture. The course includes instructional units in agricultural career development, leadership, communications, personal finance, and mechanized agriculture. back to top Plant and Animal Production 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 10-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $10.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended (*In order to receive ATC credit for this course, the student must also take and pass either Animal Science or Equine Science with an 80 or better.) This course is designed to prepare students for careers in food and fiber production systems. Students need to attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire knowledge and skills related to food and fiber production and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need to have opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills and technologies in a variety of settings. back to top Applied Agricultural Science and Technology 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 9-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $10.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended This basic course is designed to enhance the agricultural comprehension in agricultural science. Topics include soils, plants, animals, agricultural construction, food science, supervised agricultural experience programs, and leadership back to top Animal Science 0.5 credit GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 10-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $20.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended (*In order to receive ATC credit for this course, the student must also take and pass Plant and Animal Production with an 80 or better.) This technical course is designed to develop knowledge and skills pertaining to the nutrition, reproduction, health, and management of livestock and poultry. Students will study such topics as: common livestock and poultry breeds; internal and external anatomies; evaluation of livestock; feeds and feeding techniques; breeding advancements; and management skills. back to top Advanced Animal Science 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 10-12 Prerequisite(s): Animal Science Notes: $20.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended This course is designed to examine the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production. Instruction is designed to expand students’ knowledge of the scientific and technological dimensions of resources necessary for animal production. back to top Exploring Aquaculture 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 9-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $20.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended This course allows students to explore the production of aquatic plants and animals for human consumption. Students analyze water quality and its relationship to the production of a marketable product. Students are also exposed to the care and maintenance of aquatic species from the breeding to the marketing of these species. back to top Intro to Horticultural Science 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 10-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $15.00 FFA dues recommended. This course is designed to introduce students to horticultural sciences by allowing them the opportunity to gain experiences of growing plants in the school greenhouse. Entrepreneurship and horticultural career opportunities are also presented. back to top Horticultural Plant Production 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 10-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $10.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended (*In order to receive ATC credit for this course, the student must also take and pass Landscape Design, Construction, and Maintenance with an 80 or better.) In this course students learn to work in a greenhouse to produce plants for use in the landscape, vegetable garden, and home or office environment. Students identify a variety of plants by name and growing requirements, as well as learn to install the plants in the landscape. back to top Horticulture 1 credit, Grade Level(s): 11-12 Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Horticulture, Landscape Design, Const and Maintenance or Horticulture Plant Production. Notes: $10.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended This laboratory class prepares students to produce, process, and market horticulture plants used primarily for ornamental, recreational, and aesthetic purposes. The course also addresses topics and skills in establishing, maintaining, and managing horticultural enterprises. back to top Intro to Agricultural Mechanics 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 10-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $30.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended This course is designed to familiarize students with basic theory and specialized skills in the areas of hand and power tool identification and safe use, carpentry, electricity, plumbing, masonry, fence building, painting, metal working, and welding processes. back to top Home Maintenance and Improvement 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 9-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $25.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended This course is designed to prepare students to improve and maintain homes and adjacent buildings. Students will develop skills in carpentry and plumbing, as well as maintenance skills in electricity, masonry, small gasoline engines, and heating and cooling systems. back to top Wildlife and Recreation Management 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 9-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $10.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended. Optional hunter certification available. This course is designed to examine the importance of wildlife and outdoor recreation with emphasis on Texas wildlife and natural resources. Students identify common Texas wildlife species, study Texas ecosystems, analyze wildlife management practices and review popular outdoor recreational activities. Student will be instructed in hunter education and hunter safety. back to top Landscape Design, Construction, & Maintenance 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 9-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $10.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended. Optional hunter certification available. This course is designed to examine the importance of wildlife and outdoor recreation with emphasis on Texas wildlife and natural resources. Students identify common Texas wildlife species, study Texas ecosystems, analyze wildlife management practices and review popular outdoor recreational activities. Student will be instructed in hunter education and hunter safety. back to top Floral Design & Interior Landscape Development 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 10-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $50.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended (*In order to receive ATC credit for this course, the student must also take and pass Advanced Floral Design with an 80 or better.) This course gives students experience in principles, techniques and preparation of floral and interior landscape designs. Students learn principles and techniques for arranging fresh, dried, and silk floral materials. back to top Advanced Floral Design 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 10-12 Prerequisite(s): Floral Design and Interior Landscape Development Notes: $60.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended (*In order to receive ATC credit for this course, the student must also take and pass Floral Design and Interior Landscape Development with an 80 or better.) This course is an extension of the Floral Design and Interior Landscape Development. Students will explore business aspects of the floral industry and focus on contemporary and specialty designs like those used in weddings, funerals, and other special events. back to top Equine Science 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 10-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $10.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended (*In order to receive ATC credit for this course, the student must also take and pass Plant and Animal Production with an 80 or better.) This course is designed to develop knowledge and skills pertaining to the nutrition, reproduction, health, and management of horses. Students identify breeds, colors, and markings of horses, evaluate conformation and performance, develop feed rations, analyze internal and external anatomies, review basic grooming and health practices, and address training and handling practices. back to top Introduction to Veterinary Assistant Technology 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 10-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $10.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended This course provides training in the veterinary assistant field. The course introduces students to veterinary science and animal industries. Students have the opportunity to develop technical skills in health, nutrition, examinations, diseases, sanitation and regulatory programs of small animals. The course includes but is not limited to, animal handling and restraint, health and safety, sanitation and surgical preparation, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, infectious disease, instrument handling and equipment identification, vaccine preparation and injection techniques, laws and ethics and veterinary office practices. Students will gain insight into a career as a Veterinary Assistant and Technician. Students are also given the opportunity to develop leadership skills through the FFA organization. back to top Agricultural Metal Fabrication Technology 0.5 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 10-12 Prerequisite(s): None Notes: $30.00 Fee $15.00 FFA dues recommended. Enrollment Limited/Application Required. This course is designed to develop skills in metal equipment and joining processes. Students will learn the proper use of oxyfuel equipment and electric arc welding equipment. Emphasis will be placed on how to apply specialty welding and cutting techniques. back to top Veterinary Medical Assistant I 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s) 11-12 Prerequisite(s) Intro to Veterinary Assistant Technology Notes: $20.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended; Application Required; Veterinary Medical Assistant II will satisfy PE graduation requirements. This course provides training in the veterinary assistant field. Students have the opportunity to develop technical skills in health, nutrition, examinations, diseases, sanitation, and regulatory programs of small animals. The course includes, but is not limited to, animal handling and restraint, health and safety, surgical preparation, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, infectious diseases, instrument and equipment identification, vaccine preparation and injections techniques, and veterinary office procedures. Students will begin preparation for the Veterinary Assistant – Level I exam. back to top Veterinary Medical Assistant II 2 credits (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s) 11-12 Prerequisite(s) Intro to Veterinary Assistant Technology Notes: $20.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended; Application Required; Veterinary Medical Assistant II will satisfy PE graduation requirements This course provides training in the veterinary assistant field. Students have the opportunity to develop technical skills in health, nutrition, examinations, diseases, sanitation, and regulatory programs of small animals. The course includes, but is not limited to, animal handling and restraint, health and safety, surgical preparation, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, infectious diseases, instrument and equipment identification, vaccine preparation and injections techniques, and veterinary office procedures. Students will begin preparation for the Veterinary Assistant – Level I exam. back to top Meat Processing 1 credit (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 11-12 Prerequisite(s): Animal Science Notes: $50.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended; develop sequence for board certification; Application Required. This laboratory-oriented course is designed to develop skills in the processing of meat. The course emphasizes equipment care and sanitation as well as meat quality, identification, grading, fabrication, preparation, preservation, merchandising, and consumer trends. Instruction will include information on career opportunities, leadership activities, and record keeping practices related to the industry. back to top Agricultural Mechanics I 2 credits (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 11-12 Prerequisite(s): Intro to Agricultural Mechanics or Agricultural Metal Fabrication Technology Notes: $40.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended; Application Required. (This course will satisfy PE graduation requirements.) This laboratory-oriented course is designed to introduce the scientific principles, concepts, and skill development necessary in agricultural mechanics. The course emphasizes soil and water conservation, electrification, concrete and masonry construction, building planning and construction, small engine and agricultural equipment maintenance and repair, and oxyfuel and electric cutting and welding. Instruction will include information on career opportunities, leadership activities, and record keeping practices related to the industry. back to top Agricultural Mechanics II 2 credits (state) GPA Level 2 Grade Level(s): 11-12 Prerequisite(s): Intro to Agricultural Mechanics or Agricultural Metal Fabrication Technology Notes: $40.00 Fee; $15.00 FFA dues recommended; Application Required. (This course will satisfy PE graduation requirements.) This laboratory-oriented course is designed to introduce the scientific principles, concepts, and skill development necessary in agricultural mechanics. The course emphasizes soil and water conservation, electrification, concrete and masonry construction, building planning and construction, small engine and agricultural equipment maintenance and repair, and oxyfuel and electric cutting and welding. Instruction will include information on career opportunities, leadership activities, and record keeping practices related to the industry. back to top