Programs of Study / Environmental and Natural Resources

Environmental and Natural Resources

The Environmental and Natural Resources program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with the research, design, and engineering of plans for prevention and control of environmental hazards. This program of study includes conducting research for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population.

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Successful completion of the program of study will fulfill requirements of the Business and Industry endorsement.

Course Information

Courses below are not tied to grade levels. Not all courses have a required prerequisite.

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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: 55110Q SEMESTER
Wildlife, Fisheries, and Ecology Management
Credit: 1
Grade: 9 - 12

Course Key: 55110Q
SEMESTER
Course Name: Wildlife, Fisheries, and Ecology Management
Credit: 1
Grade: 9 - 12

Required Prerequisite(s): None

Certification(s): Texas Boater Education, Texas Hunter Education

This course is designed to examine the importance of wildlife and outdoor recreation with emphasis on using scientific knowledge to study wildlife and natural resources. Sections covering boater, angler, and hunter education are also included.

Level 3

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Level 4

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): A minimum of one credit within the Environmental and Natural Resources 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.

Course: 553801 FULL YEAR
Career Preparation for Programs of Study
Credit: 3
Grade: 11 - 12

Course Key: 553801
FULL YEAR
Course Name: Career Preparation for Programs of Study
Credit: 3
Grade: 11 - 12

Required Prerequisite(s): 16 years of age

Certification(s): N/A

This course provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with paid business and industry employment experiences. Classroom experiences include: job acquisition, career progression, financial success, business/entrepreneurial applications, occupational safety and health, and relevant news topics. Professional portfolios will be created with material supporting an educational/career plan for the future.Students will earn 3.0 credits for successful completion of this course which includes one class period per school day on campus and two class periods per school day allocated for early release for off campus work experience.