POS Trenton by Region 10 Education Service Center

ANNUAL PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF NONDISCRIMINATION

Trenton ISD offers career and technical education programs in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources; Architecture & Construction; Business, Marketing, & Finance; Education & Training; Hospitality & Tourism; Information Technology; Manufacturing. Admission to these programs is based on TEA and local LEA standards.

It is the policy of Trenton ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its vocational programs, services or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

It is the policy of Trenton ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

Trenton ISD will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs.

For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator at Mandi Alexander, malexander@trentonisd.org, and/or the Section 504 Coordinator at Mandi Alexander, malexander@trentonisd.org.

Trenton ISD ofrece programas de educación técnica y vocacional en Agricultura, Comida y Recursos Naturales; Arquitectura y Construcción; Negocios, Mercadotecnia y Finanzas; Educación y Formación; Hotelería y Turismo; Tecnología de la Información; Manufactura. La admisión a estos programas se basa en Estándares TEA y LEA locales.

Es norma de Trenton ISD no discriminar en sus programas, servicios o actividades vocacionales y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo o impedimento, tal como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; Título IX de las Enmiendas en la Educación de 1972, y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda.

Es norma de Trenton ISD no discriminar en sus procedimientos de empleo por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, impedimento o edad, tal como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; Título IX de las Enmiendas en la Educación, de 1972, la ley de Discriminación por Edad, de 1975, según enmienda; y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda. Trenton ISD tomará las medidas necesarias para asegurar que la falta de habilidad en el uso del inglés no sea un obstáculo para la admisión y participación en todos los programas educativos y vocacionales.

Para información sobre sus derechos o procedimientos de quejas, comuníquese con el Coordinador del Título IX en Mandi Alexander, malexander@trentonisd.org, y/o el Coordinador de la Sección 504 en Mandi Alexander, malexander@trentonisd.org.

Trenton ISD

PO Box 5

702 Ballentine St.

Trenton, TX 75490

903-989-2245

TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

Understanding Common Terms in Career and Technical Education (CTE)

CTE

Career and technical education programs offer a sequence of courses that provides students with coherent and rigorous content. CTE content is aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in current or emerging professions.

Program of Study

Perkins V describes a program of study as a coordinated, non duplicative sequence of academic and technical content at the secondary and postsecondary level that:

● Incorporates challenging state academic standards

● Addresses academic, technical, and employability skills

● Aligns with the needs of industries in the state, regional, and/or local economy

● Progresses in specificity, beginning with all aspects of industry and leading to more occupation

● Specific instruction

● Has multiple entry and exit points that incorporate credentialing

● Culminates in the attainment of a recognized postsecondary credential

Endorsement

Endorsements consist of a related series of courses that are grouped together by interest or skill set. They provide students with in-depth knowledge of a subject area. Students must select an endorsement* in the ninth grade. Students earn an endorsement by completing the curriculum requirements for the endorsement, including 4th credit of math and science and 2 additional elective credits.

IBC

An industry-based certification (IBC) is a specific type of credential that validates that an individual possesses certain industry specific skills related to a career cluster or occupation and is measured against a set of accepted industry standards. TEA adopted by rule (19 TAC 74.1003) a set of requirements and process to formally approve industry-based certifications. This is a high-level summary of those requirements:

1. Defined as a certification – not just a certificate of course completion, but demonstration that skills were obtained and valid for a specific period of time (e.g., not the driver education course, but the drivers’ license exam)

2. Industry recognized and valued – employer surveys indicate the certification is given significant consideration for hiring and wages

3. Attainable by a high school student – a 17 or 18 year old could reasonably earn it by graduation

4. Portable – regionally, to multiple employers, or to more advanced postsecondary or apprentice work

5. Certifying Entity – certifications are issued independent of course completion to validate skills (e.g., DPS as the entity that validates passage of the drivers license exams)

ACADEMIC PLANNING GUIDE CHART

Career and Technical Education (CTE)

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

Agriculture Power Systems w/ Lab

Agriculture Structures Design and Fabrication w/Lab

Agriculture Equipment Design and Fabrication w/Lab

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Project Based Research

Livestock Production Advanced Animal Science

Project Based Research

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

INDUSTRY BASED CERTIFICATIONS

ACADEMIC PLANNING GUIDE CHART

Career and Technical Education (CTE)

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

LEVEL 3

Computer Science II

LEVEL 4

INDUSTRY BASED CERTIFICATIONS

Information Technology Career Cluster

Career Preparation I

Practicum in Information Technology

Practicum in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

Welding II w/Lab

Code HS Python Level 1

Manufacturing Career Cluster

Practicum in Manufacturing

Career Preparation I

AWS D1.1

AGRICULTURE, FOOD, AND NATURAL RESOURCES CAREER CLUSTER

The Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) career cluster focuses on the essential elements of life, food, water, land, and air. This career cluster includes occupations, ranging from farmer, rancher, and veterinarian to geologist, land conservationist, and florist.

Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems

The Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with applying engineering technology and biological science to agricultural problems related to power and machinery, electrification, structures, soil and water use, and processing agricultural products. This program of study includes diagnosing, repairing, or overhauling farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, dairy equipment, and irrigation systems.

Animal Science

The Animal Science program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with the science, research, and business of animals and other living organisms. This program of study includes applying biology and life science to real-world life processes of animals and wildlife, either in laboratories or in the field, which could include a veterinary office, a farm or ranch, or any outdoor area harboring animal life. Students will research and analyze the growth and destruction of species and research or diagnose diseases and injuries of animals.

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

Meets

AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY AND MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS

Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Agriculture Mechanics and Metal Technologies w/Lab

Agriculture Power Systems w/Lab

Agriculture Structures Design and Fabrication w/Lab

Agriculture Equipment Design and Fabrication w/Lab

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Project Based Research

COURSE INFORMATION

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13000200 Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources will allow students to develop knowledge and skills regarding career and educational opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details, practices, and expectations.

13002210 Agriculture Mechanics and Metal Technologies w/Lab

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies is designed to develop an understanding of agricultural mechanics as it relates to safety and skills in tool operation, electrical wiring, plumbing, carpentry, fencing, concrete, and metal working techniques. To prepare for careers in agricultural power, structural, and technical systems, students must attain academic skills and knowledge; acquire technical knowledge and skills related to power, structural, and technical agricultural systems and the industry; and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, industry certifications, and industry expectations.

13002410 Agriculture Power Systems w/Lab

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

Agricultural Power Systems is designed to develop an understanding of power and control systems as related to energy sources, small and large power systems, and agricultural machinery. To prepare for careers in agricultural power, structural, and technical systems, students must attain academic skills and knowledge; acquire technical knowledge and skills related to power, structural, and technical agricultural systems and the workplace; and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, industry certifications, and industry expectations.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13002300 Agriculture Structures Design and Fabrication w/Lab

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

In Agricultural Structures Design and Fabrication, students will explore career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for careers in mechanized agriculture and technical systems, students must attain knowledge and skills related to agricultural structures design and fabrication.

13002360 Agriculture Equipment Design and Fabrication w/Lab

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

13002500 Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

In Agricultural Equipment Design and Fabrication, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to the design and fabrication of agricultural equipment.

Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experiences such as employment, independent study, internships, assistantships, mentorships, or laboratories. The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Project Based Research

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

Certifications: None

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE BACHELOR’S DEGREE MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

ANIMAL SCIENCE

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13000200 Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

13000400 Small Animal Management

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: .5

Prerequisites: None

In Small Animal Management, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to small animals and the small animal management industry. Small Animal Management may address topics related to small mammals such as dogs and cats, amphibians, reptiles, and birds.

13000300 Livestock Production

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

In Livestock Production, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to livestock and the livestock production industry. Livestock Production may address topics related to beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13000700 Advanced Animal Science

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites:

● Biology and Chemistry or Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC)

● Algebra l and Geometry

● Either Small Animal Management, Equine Science, or Livestock Production

Project Based Research

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

Certifications: None

13002500 Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

Advanced Animal Science examines the interrelatedness of human, scientific, and technological dimensions of livestock production. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and technological aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences.

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION CAREER CLUSTER

The Architecture and Construction career cluster focuses on designing, planning, managing, building, and maintaining the built environment. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from architect, carpenter, and construction manager to electrician, plumber and heating, air conditioning and refrigeration technician.

Carpentry

The Carpentry program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities related to constructing, installing, andrepairing structures and fixtures made of wood including frameworks, partitions, joists, studding, rafters, and stairways. The program of study includes installing, dismantling, or moving machinery and heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings.

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

CARPENTRY

Architecture and Construction Career Cluster

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS

Courses are not tied to grade levels.

Level 1 Principles of Construction

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Construction Technology I

Construction Technology II

Practicum in Construction Technology Career Preparation for Programs of Study

COURSE INFORMATION

Construction Technology ll; Building Maintenance Technology II; Electrical Technology II; Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology II; Plumbing Technology I; or Mill and Cabinetmaking Technology

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13004220 Principles of Construction

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Principles of Construction is intended to provide an introduction and lay a solid foundation for those students entering the construction or craft skilled areas. The course provides a strong knowledge of construction safety, construction mathematics, and common hand and power tools. For safety and liability considerations, limiting course enrollment to 15 students is recommended. This course also provides communication and occupation skills to assist the student in obtaining and maintaining employment.

13005100 Construction Technology I

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

In Construction Technology I, students will gain knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as carpenters or building maintenance supervisors or to prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students will acquire knowledge and skills in safety, tool usage, building materials, codes, and framing. For safety and liability considerations, limiting course enrollment to 15 students is recommended.

13005200 Construction Technology II

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: ● Construction Technology l

In Construction Technology II, students will gain advanced knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as carpenters, building maintenance technicians, or supervisors or to prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students will build on the knowledge base from Construction Technology I and are introduced to exterior and interior finish out skills. For safety and liability considerations, limiting course enrollment to 15 students is recommended.

13005250

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Practicum in Construction Technology

Grade Placement: 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites:

● Construction Technology ll

● Building Maintenance Technology II

● Electrical Technology II

● Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology II

● Plumbing Technology I

● Mill and Cabinetmaking Technology.

12701300 Career Preparation for Programs of Study

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

In Practicum in Construction Technology, students will be challenged with the application of knowledge and skills gained in previous construction-related coursework. In many cases students will be allowed to work at a job (paid or unpaid) outside of school or be involved in local projects the school has approved for this class.

Career Preparation I provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace. Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success.

BUSINESS, MARKETING, AND FINANCE CAREER CLUSTER

The Business, Marketing, and Finance Career Cluster focuses on careers in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations.

Accounting and Financial Services

The Accounting and Financial Services program of study teaches CTE learners how to examine, analyze, and interpret financial records. Through this program of study, students will learn the skills necessary to perform financial services, prepare financial statements, interpret accounting records, give advice, or audit and evaluate statements prepared by others. This program of study will also introduce students to mathematical modeling tools.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL SERVICES

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13016600 Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance

Grade Placement: 9 - 11

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

13016600 Accounting l

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

13016700 Accounting II

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: ● Accounting I

In Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance, students gain knowledge and skills in economies and private enterprise systems, the impact of global business, the marketing of goods and services, advertising, and product pricing. Students analyze the sales process and financial management principles. This course allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings in business, marketing, and finance.

In Accounting I, students will investigate the field of accounting, including how it is impacted by industry standards as well as economic, financial, technological, international, social, legal, and ethical factors. Students will reflect on this knowledge as they engage in the process of recording, classifying, summarizing, analyzing, and communicating accounting information. Students will formulate and interpret financial information for use in management decision making. Accounting includes such activities as bookkeeping, systems design, analysis, and interpretation of accounting information.

In Accounting II, students will continue the investigation of the field of accounting, including how it is impacted by industry standards as well as economic, financial, technological, international, social, legal, and ethical factors. Students will reflect on this knowledge as they engage in various managerial, financial, and operational accounting activities. Students will formulate, interpret, and communicate financial information for use in management decision making. Students will use equations, graphical representations, accounting tools, spreadsheet software, and accounting systems in real-world situations to maintain, monitor, control, and plan the use of financial resources.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13012200 Practicum in Business Management

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

Practicum in Business Management is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies. Students develop a foundation in the economic, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of business to become competent consumers, employees, and entrepreneurs. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication, and reasoning skills and apply them to the business environment. Students incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includes the legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical, and international dimensions of business to make appropriate business decisions.

12701300 Career Preparation I

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

EDUCATION AND TRAINING CAREER CLUSTER

The Education and Training Career Cluster focuses on planning, managing, and providing education and training services and related learning support services. All parts of courses are designed to introduce learners to the various careers available within the Education and Training career cluster.

Teaching and Training

The Teaching and Training program of study prepares CTE learners for careers related to teaching, instruction, and creation of instructional and enrichment materials. The program of study introduces CTE learners to a wide variety of student groups and their corresponding needs. It familiarizes them with the processes for developing curriculum, coordinating educational content, and coaching groups and individuals.

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

Meets the requirements of the Public Service Endorsement

TEACHING AND TRAINING

Education and Training Career Cluster

SUGGESTED

COURSE INFORMATION

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13024200 Principles of Human Services

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

N1300500 Child Development

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

13014400

Instructional Practices

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites:

● One credit from Education and Training Career Cluster

Principles of Human Services is a laboratory course that will enable students to investigate careers in the Human Services Career Cluster, including counseling and mental health, early childhood development, family and community, personal care, and consumer services. Each student is expected to complete the knowledge and skills essential for success in high-skill, highwage, or high-demand human services careers.

The Child Development Associate (CDA) Foundations course is a laboratory course addressing the knowledge and skills related to applying Child Development Associate (CDA) Competency Standards in early childhood environments and understanding how these competencies help young children move with success from one developmental stage to the next. Students will be prepared and informed on the requirements that must be met to apply for the nationally recognized CDA credential.

Instructional Practices is a field-based (practicum) internship that provides students with background knowledge of child and adolescent development as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence education and exemplary educators or trainers in direct instructional roles with elementary-, middle school-, and high school-aged students. Students learn to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, develop materials for educational environments, assist with record keeping, and complete other responsibilities of teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other educational personnel.

12701300

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Career Preparation I

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

13014500

Practicum in Education and Training

Grade Placement: 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: ● Instructional Practices

Practicum in Education and Training is a field-based internship that provides students background knowledge of child and adolescent development principles as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students in the course work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence education and exemplary educators in direct instructional roles with elementary-, middle school-, and high schoolaged students. Students learn to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, make physical arrangements, and complete other responsibilities of classroom teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other educational personnel.

Project Based Research

Grade Placement: 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites:

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE

HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM CAREER CLUSTER

The Hospitality and Tourism career cluster focuses on the management, marketing, and operations of restaurants, lodging, attractions, recreation events, and travel-related services. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from reservation and transportation ticket agent to event planner and general manager.

Culinary Arts

The Culinary Arts program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with the planning, directing, or coordinating activities of a food and beverage organization or department. This program of study includes opportunities involved in directing and participating in the preparation of food.

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement

CULINARY ARTS

Hospitality and Tourism Career Cluster SUGGESTED

COURSE INFORMATION

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13022550 Introduction to Culinary Arts

Grade Placement: 9 - 10

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

Introduction to Culinary Arts will emphasize the principles of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the management of a variety of food service operations. The course will provide insight into the operation of a wellrun restaurant. Introduction to Culinary Arts will provide insight into food production skills, various levels of industry management, and hospitality skills. This is an entry level course for students interested in pursuing a career in the food service industry. This course is offered as a classroom and laboratory-based course.

ASSOCIATE’S

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

WORKFORCE/CAREER OPTIONS

Baking

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CAREER CLUSTER

The Information Technology (IT) career cluster focuses on the design, development, support, and management of hardware, software, multimedia, and systems integration services. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from Software Developer and Programmer to Cybersecurity Specialists and Network Analysts.

Programming and Software Development

The Programming and Software Development program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with researching, designing, developing, testing, and operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computer applications. This program of study includes creating, modifying, and testing the codes, forms, and script that allow computer applications to run.

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

Meets the requirements of the Public Service Endorsement

Meets the requirements of the STEM Endorsement

PROGRAMMING AND SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

Level

Practicum

COURSE INFORMATION

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

03580200 Computer Science I

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites:

● Algebra I

Computer Science I will foster students' creativity and innovation by presenting opportunities to design, implement, and present meaningful programs through a variety of media. Students will collaborate with one another, their instructor, and various electronic communities to solve the problems presented throughout the course. Through data analysis, students will identify task requirements, plan search strategies, and use computer science concepts to access, analyze, and evaluate information needed to solve problems. By using computer science knowledge and skills that support the work of individuals and groups in solving problems, students will select the technology appropriate for the task, synthesize knowledge, create solutions, and evaluate the results. Students will learn digital citizenship by researching current laws and regulations and by practicing integrity and respect. Students will gain an understanding of the principles of computer science through the study of technology operations, systems, and concepts. The six strands include creativity and innovation; communication and collaboration; research and information fluency; critical thinking; problem solving, and decision making; digital citizenship; and technology operations and concepts.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

03580300 Computer Science II

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites:

● Algebra I

● Either Computer Science I or Fundamentals of Computer Science

Computer Science II will foster students' creativity and innovation by presenting opportunities to design, implement, and present meaningful programs through a variety of media. Students will collaborate with one another, their instructor, and various electronic communities to solve the problems presented throughout the course. Through data analysis, students will identify task requirements, plan search strategies, and use computer science concepts to access, analyze, and evaluate information needed to solve problems. By using computer science knowledge and skills that support the work of individuals and groups in solving problems, students will select the technology appropriate for the task, synthesize knowledge, create solutions, and evaluate the results. Students will learn digital citizenship by researching current laws and regulations and by practicing integrity and respect. Students will gain an understanding of computer science through the study of technology operations, systems, and concepts. The six strands include creativity and innovation; communication and collaboration; research and information fluency; critical thinking; problem solving, and decision making; digital citizenship; and technology operations and concepts.

12701300 Career Preparation l

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

13028000

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Practicum in Information Technology

Grade Placement: 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites:

● A minimum of two high school information technology (IT) courses

13037400 Practicum in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

Grade Placement: 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites:

● Algebra l

● Geometry

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

In the Practicum in Information Technology, students will gain advanced knowledge and skills in the application, design, production, implementation, maintenance, evaluation, and assessment of products, services, and systems. Knowledge and skills in the proper use of analytical skills and application of IT concepts and standards are essential to prepare students for success in a technology-driven society. Critical thinking, IT experience, and product development may be conducted in a classroom setting with an industry mentor, as an unpaid or paid internship, as part of a capstone project, or as career preparation.

Practicum in STEM is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills.

MANUFACTURING CAREER CLUSTER

The Manufacturing career cluster focuses on planning, managing, and performing the processing of materials into intermediate or final products and related professional and technical support activities such as production planning and control, maintenance, and process engineering. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from Welder and Machinist to Industrial Engineering Technician, and SemiConductor Processing Technician.

Welding

The Welding program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with the development and use of automatic and computer-controlled machines, tools, and robots that perform work on metal or plastic. This program of study addresses how to modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain individual machines, and how to use handwelding or flame-cutting equipment.

Programs of study will provide students with a course sequence that ties to an endorsement and offers a strong vertical alignment between secondary and postsecondary education.

The suggested course pathways are intended to provide guidance to students seeking college and career readiness through course content and industry based certifications.

Meets

WELDING Manufacturing Career Cluster

SUGGESTED COURSE PATHWAYS

Level

COURSE INFORMATION

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

13032250 Introduction to Welding

Grade Placement: 9 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: None

13032300 Welding I

Grade Placement: 10 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

13032410 Welding II w/Lab

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: ● Welding l

Introduction to Welding will introduce welding technology with an emphasis on basic welding laboratory principles and operating procedures. Students will be introduced to the three basic welding processes. Topics include: industrial safety and health practices, hand tool and power machine use, measurement, laboratory operating procedures, welding power sources, welding career potentials, and introduction to welding codes and standards. Introduction to Welding will provide students with the knowledge, skills, and technologies required for employment in welding industries. This course supports integration of academic and technical knowledge and skills. Students will reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems. Knowledge about career opportunities, requirements, and expectations and the development of workplace skills will prepare students for future success.

Welding I provide the knowledge, skills, and technologies required for employment in metal technology systems. Students will develop knowledge and skills related to this system and apply them to personal career development. This course supports integration of academic and technical knowledge and skills. Students will reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems. Knowledge about career opportunities, requirements, and expectations and the development of workplace skills prepare students for future success.

13032410

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Welding II w/Lab

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: ● Welding l

13033000

Practicum in Manufacturing

Grade Placement: 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

Welding II Lab introduces welding technology with an emphasis on basic welding laboratory principles and operating procedures. Topics include: industrial safety and health practices, hand tool and power machine use, measurement, laboratory operating procedures, welding power sources, welding career potentials, and introduction to welding codes and standards. This course provides knowledge, skills, and technologies required for employment in welding industries. Students will develop knowledge and skills related to this system and apply them to personal career development. This course supports integration of academic and technical knowledge and skills. Students will reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems. Knowledge about career opportunities, requirements, and expectations and the development of workplace skills prepare students for future success.

The Practicum in Manufacturing course is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience.

12701300

Career Preparation l

Grade Placement: 11 - 12

Credits: 2

Prerequisites: None

POSTSECONDARY PATHWAYS

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE BACHELOR’S DEGREE

MASTER’S/DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE