- Career & Technical Education
- Programs of Study
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Animal Science
The Animal Science program of study focuses on the science, research, and business of animals and other living organisms. It teaches CTE learners how to apply 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 may also research and analyze the growth and destruction of species and research or diagnose diseases and injuries of animals.
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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 a diverse spectrum of occupations, ranging from farmer, rancher, and veterinarian to geologist, land conservationist, and florist. It also includes non-traditional agricultural occupations like wind energy, solar energy, and oil and gas production.
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Meets the requirements of the Business and Industry endorsement or STEM endorsement (if math/science requirements are met).
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Course Information
Courses below are not tied to grade levels. Not all courses have a required prerequisite.
For more course information, click on the name of course.
Level 1
Course: 55170Q SEMESTER
Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Credit: 1
Grade: 9 - 10
Course Key: 55170Q
SEMESTER
Course Name: Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Credit: 1
Grade: 9 - 10
Required Prerequisite(s): None
Certification(s): N/A
This comprehensive course prepares students for careers in agriculture, food, and natural resource management. Students benefit from the basis of agricultural knowledge as this course allows students to explore areas of animal, plant, food, agribusiness, and environmental sciences while developing their awareness and gaining knowledge and skills that promote personal development and career success.
Level 2
Course: 55105B SEMESTER
Small Animal Management
Credit: 0.5
Grade: 9 - 10
Course Key: 55105B
SEMESTER
Course Name: Small Animal Management
Credit: 0.5
Grade: 9 - 10
Required Prerequisite(s): Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources is recommended
Certification(s): N/A
This course is designed to develop knowledge and skills pertaining to selection, ownership, nutrition, reproduction, health and management of a variety of small animals while also exploring career opportunities. This is a laboratory-oriented course that gives students hands-on experience in working with a variety of small animals to possibly include canines, felines, avian, hamsters, small mammals and amphibians.It is suggested that students enroll in Small Animal Management before Veterinary Medical Applications.
Level 3
Course: 55130Q SEMESTER
Livestock Production
Credit: 1
Grade: 9 - 12
Course Key: 55130Q
SEMESTER
Course Name: Livestock Production
Credit: 1
Grade: 9 - 12
Required Prerequisite(s): None
Certification(s): N/A
This course is designed to enhance knowledge and skills pertaining to the production and marketing of domestic livestock. It provides the student with the opportunity to work with live animals while learning technical skills relating to human, scientific and technological dimensions of animal systems, anatomy and physiology, nutrition, reproduction, genetics, pests and diseases, and business management and operation skills.
Course: 55145B SEMESTER
Equine Science
Credit: 0.5
Grade: 11 - 12
Course Key: 55145B
SEMESTER
Course Name: Equine Science
Credit: 0.5
Grade: 11 - 12
Required Prerequisite(s): None
Certification(s): N/A
This course is designed to develop knowledge and skills pertaining to the selection, nutrition, reproduction, health, and management of horses. Students will learn the basic principles of care and training.
Course: 552801 FULL YEAR
Veterinary Medical Applications
Credit: 1
Grade: 11 - 12
Course Key: 552801
FULL YEAR
Course Name: Veterinary Medical Applications
Credit: 1
Grade: 11 - 12
Required Prerequisite(s): Equine Science, Livestock Production, or Small Animal Management
Certification(s): Certified Veterinary Assistant Level 1, Hill's Pet Nutrition
This course provides instruction for students interested in a career in Veterinary Medicine and focuses on developing the skills and competencies needed to be successful in today�s industry. Instruction and laboratories include a wide variety of topics from anatomy and physiology to zoonotic diseases of domesticated companion animals and livestock.
Level 4
Course: 208001 FULL YEAR
Honors Scientific Research and Design
Credit: 1.0 - 3.0
Grade: 9 - 12
Course Key: 208001
FULL YEAR
Course Name: Honors Scientific Research and Design
Credit: 1.0 - 3.0 science credit
Grade: 9 - 12
Required Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in an advanced level science course and approval of instructor
Certification(s): N/A
Students will explore science and become acquainted with the scientific community, improve fundamental research skills, apply statistical analysis, and enhance oral and visual presentation techniques. Each student will be required to develop his/her own independent science research project and will learn how to structure, organize, publish, and present the project in one or more formal presentations to a panel of judges. It is required that all student independent research projects be judged.
Course: 552901 FULL YEAR
Practicum in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Credit: 2
Grade: - 12
Course Key: 552901
FULL YEAR
Course Name: Practicum in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Credit: 2
Grade: - 12
Required Prerequisite(s): Minimum of one credit within the Animal Science program of study
Certification(s): N/A
This course prepares students for careers in agriculture, food, and natural resource fields. It is delivered through classroom-based instruction and internship, job shadowing, and/or employment arrangements with local businesses. This is an Honors Level course.