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Early Childhood-Diane Stichler

COURSE NAMEEarly Childhood & Education I

COURSE NUMBER20.52810

BRIEF DESCRIPTIONThis class provides an opportunity to learn about the field of education and working with children. Standards include career paths in early childhood education, human development, growth and care of infants to school aged children, preparing the environment for appropriate learning, diversity and program curriculum. This class also offers the students the opportunity to intern with a local school or daycare during class time and apply their knowledge.

COURSE NAMEEarly Childhood & Education II


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONThis class provides an opportunity to learn about the field of education and working with children. Standards include role of education, intellectual, physical and behavioral development of children, working with special needs children, nutrition and safety principles, communicable illnesses, child abuse and certification in CPR, Fire Safety and First Aid. This class also offers the students the opportunity to intern with a local school or daycare during class time and apply their knowledge.

COURSE NAMEEarly Childhood & Education III (Currently Health, Safety and Nutrition)


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONThis class provides an opportunity to learn about the field of education and working with children. Standards include role of education, intellectual, physical and behavioral development of children, working with special needs children, nutrition and safety principles, communicable illnesses, child abuse and certification in CPR, Fire Safety and First Aid. This class also offers the students the opportunity to intern with a local school or daycare during class time and apply their knowledge.

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Forest and Animal Science Pathway-Jordyn Ventura

COURSE NAMEBasic Agriculture Science


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONThis course is designed as the foundational course for all Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Pathways. The course introduces the major areas of scientific agricultural production and research; presents problem solving lessons and introductory skills and knowledge in agricultural science and agri-related technologies. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities. This course is the prerequisite for all AFNR pathways and is intended for students in grades 8-10.

COURSE NAMEAnimal Science


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONAs part of the Agriscience pathway program of study, this course is designed to introduce students to the scientific

principles that underlie the breeding and husbandry of agricultural animals, and the production, processing, and distribution of agricultural animal products. Introduces scientific principles applied to the animal industry; covers reproduction, production technology, processing, and distribution of agricultural animal products. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities.

COURSE NAME Forest Science

COURSE NUMBER 03.45100

BRIEF DESCRIPTION This course provides entry-level skills for employment in the forest industry and for further study. The course covers establishing forests by natural and artificial means, maintaining and surveying forests, identifying and protecting trees, practicing silviculture, measuring trees and land, mapping, preparing for timber sales and harvest, employing multiple-use resource management, keeping records, and figuring taxes. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities.

.Horticulture and Forest Science Pathway

COURSE NAME Basic Agriculture Science


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONThis course is designed as the foundational course for all Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Pathways. The course introduces the major areas of scientific agricultural production and research; presents problem solving lessons and introductory skills and knowledge in agricultural science and agri-related technologies. Classroom and laboratory

activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities. This course is the prerequisite for all AFNR pathways and is intended for students in grades 8-10.

COURSE NAMEHorticulture/Plant Science


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONThis course is designed as an introduction for the Horticulture/Forest Science Pathway Program of Study. The course introduces the major concepts of plant and horticulture science. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities.

COURSE NAME Forest Science


BRIEF DESCRIPTION This course provides entry-level skills for employment in the forest industry and for further study. The course covers establishing forests by natural and artificial means, maintaining and surveying forests, identifying and protecting trees, practicing silviculture, measuring trees and land, mapping, preparing for timber sales and harvest, employing multiple-use resource management, keeping records, and figuring taxes. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities.

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Culinary Arts - Michael Brown

COURSE NAME Introduction to Culinary Arts


BRIEF DESCRIPTION This introduction course allows students a chance to learn how to cook in a safe and sanitary manner while discovering the basics in the foodservice industry.

COURSE NAME Culinary Arts I


BRIEF DESCRIPTION This course goes deeper into the foodindustry by covering new concepts such as sauces, dough prep, breads, cold foods and professionalism.

COURSE NAME Culinary Arts II


BRIEF DESCRIPTION The final course allows students to take their journey further by working with desserts, international cooking, presentation as well as advanced cooking techniques.

Business Technology - Myra Purcell

Introduction to Business and Technology

COURSE NAME


BRIEF DESCRIPTION Overview of Business Microsoft Word Skills Basic PowerPoint Skills

COURSE NAME Business and Technology

COURSE NUMBER Proposed

BRIEF DESCRIPTION Employability Skills Advanced Microsoft Word Skills Microsoft Excel Skills

COURSE NAME Business Communications

COURSE NUMBER Proposed

BRIEF DESCRIPTION Communication Skills Advanced PowerPoint Skills One Note

Marketing – Dewayne Watkins

COURSE NAMEMarketing Principles


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONMarketing Principles addresses the ways in which marketing satisfies consumer and business needs and wants for products and services. Students develop a basic understanding of Employability, Foundational and Business Administration skills as well as Economics, Entrepreneurship, Financial Analysis, Human Resources Management, Information Management, Marketing, Operations, Professional Development, and Strategic Management.

COURSE NAMEMarketing and Entrepreneurship


BRIEF DESCRIPTION Entrepreneurship, an imperative component of a strong economy, is based on individuals who are creative thinkers and risk takers. Therefore, students in this entrepreneurship course focus on recognizing a business opportunity, starting a business based on the recognized opportunity, and operating and maintaining that business. Preparation of a business plan allows students to apply the functional areas of accounting, finance, marketing, and management to the planned business, as well as to the legal and economic environments in which a new venture operates.

COURSE NAME Marketing Management


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONAdvanced Marketing builds on the principles and concepts taught in Marketing Principles and Entrepreneurship. Students assume a managerial perspective in applying economic principles in marketing, analyzing operations needs, examining distribution and financial alternatives, managing marketing information, pricing products and services, developing product/service planning strategies, promoting products and services, purchasing, and professional sales. This course also deals with global marketing in that students analyze marketing strategies employed in the U.S. versus those employed in other countries.

http://www.gadoe.org/Curriculum-Instruction-and-Assessment/CTAE/Documents/Marketing-Principles.pdf

http://archives.gadoe.org/DMGetDocument.aspx/ADVANCED%20MARKETING.pdf?p=6CC6799F8C1371F61AC9DB317B62AD5F559D70C8EE3358494BA5A8032A9F004A&Type=D

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Digital Technology – Lori Moore

COURSE NAMEIntroduction to Digital Technology


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONThis course is designed for high school students to understand, communicate, and adapt to a digital world as it impacts their personal life, society, and the business world including:

Hardware Software Programming Web Design IT Support Networking Problem-Solving Ethical Issues Presentation Skills

Most activities are Hands-On Projects

Industry Standard employability and Microsoft Office skills are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course. The co-curricular student organization, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) helps expose students to of both the employability skills standards and content standards for this course.

COURSE NAMEDigital Design


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents will use Photoshop, Flash, Dreamweaver and other software to create and learn digital media elements of text, graphics, animation, sound, video, and digital media.

COURSE NAMEWeb Design


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents will plan, design, and create a web site using Microsoft Office, Adobe Web Design Suite, and a host of other software and hardware.

Website elements include: Photography Typography Video Audio Graphic Design Basic Media Design Principles

Students will learn to work in groups as well as follow instructions independently as they get ready for a diverse workplace.


Pre-Requisite -- Introduction to Digital Technology

Digital Design

Web Design

JROTC - LTC Paul Harwart & 1SG Anthony Heath

COURSE NAME Army JROTC (Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps)

COURSE NUMBER28.4310000 JROTC I 28.4320000 JROTC II28.4330000 JROTC III28.4340000 JROTC IV28.4350000 JROTC V28.4360000 JROTC VI28.4370000 JROTC VII28.4380000 JROTC VIII

BRIEF DESCRIPTIONOur 10 course objectives include: promote citizenship, develop leadership, communicate effectively, improve physical fitness, provide incentive to live drug-free, strengthen positive self-motivation, provide a historical perspective of the military services, work as a team member, graduate from high school with a plan, and demonstrate “Make No Excuses”. Students participate in drill and ceremonies, physical training, and classroom work while preparing for the many extracurricular activities after school and on weekends. For example, students go whitewater rafting, hiking, camping, and other adventure training. They perform color guards for the Atlanta Hawks, the Chattanooga Lookouts and perform community service. We compete in local, regional and national competitions in drill and raider teams. Students earn ribbons and military type awards to wear on their uniforms which they wear one day each week. Students must maintain a military haircut and grooming standards. Students who complete 3 semesters of JROTC are exempted from taking health and physical education.

WORK BASED LEARNING – Bo Campbell

COURSE NAME Work-Based Learning

COURSE NUMBER

1st Semester 07.7115000

2nd Semester 07.7125000

BRIEF DESCRIPTIONWork-Based Learning (WBL) is an opportunity for students to utilize the skills that they have learned in the classroom and also discover new skills in a work environment. During the WBL journey, students gain valuable work experience and network with a variety of potential employers while submitting journals, career plans, monthly time cards, and being evaluated by their employers and school Work-Based Learning Coordinator.

Work-Based Learning includes non-paid internships, paid part-time jobs, and/or apprenticeships. Students will attend school for a half-day and spend the rest of the day working at their place of employment. In order to join WBL, students will fill out an application (usually during the second semester of their junior year) and interview with the Work-Based Learning Coordinator in order to be accepted into the Work-Based Learning program. It's an excellent way to test-drive a career.

REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY FOR WORK-BASED LEARNING:

Student has at least 20 credits and on track to graduate.

Student has passed all 1st, 2nd and 3rd core courses.

Student has a record of good attendance. Student has a record of good behavior (No ISS). Student has a reliable form of transportation from

school to their employment.

If a student is not sure they meet the requirements to apply for Work-Based Learning, they can set up an appointment to see the school Work-Based Learning Coordinator or a Guidance Counselor.

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Architectural Drawing & Design – Rick Cash

COURSE NAME Intro to Engineering Drawing and Design*


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONIntroduction to Engineering Drawing and Design is a foundation course that serves as an introduction to the drafting and design field and is a prerequisite to all other courses in the Engineering Drawing and Design program. Emphasis is placed on safety, geometric construction, fundamentals of Computer-Aided Drafting, mutltiview drawing, dimensioning, and pictorial drawings.

COURSE NAME Architectural Drawing and Design I


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONArchitectural Drawing and Design I introduces students to the basic terminology, concepts, and principles of architectural design. Emphasis is placed on house designs, floor plans, roof designs, elevations (interior and exterior), and schedules.

COURSE NAME Architectural Drawing and Design II


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONArchitectural Drawing and Design II builds on the skills developed in Architectural Drawing and Design I. Emphasis is placed on electrical plans, plumbing, heating and air, graphic presentations, plot/site plans, specifications, and building codes.


Intro to Engineering Drawings and Design

Architectural Drawing and Design I

Architectural Drawing and Design II

COURSE NAME Intro to Engineering Drawing and Design*


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONIntroduction to Engineering Drawing and Design is a foundation course that serves as an introduction to the drafting and design field and is a prerequisite to all other courses in the Engineering Drawing and Design program. Emphasis is placed on safety, geometric construction, fundamentals of Computer-Aided Drafting, mutltiview drawing, dimensioning, and pictorial drawings.

COURSE NAME Survey of Engineering Graphics


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONSurvey of Engineeing Graphics is designed to further the development of student knowledge and skills in the Engineering Drawing and Design field. Students learn to illustrate more complex objects using the Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) system and develop skills in dimensioning, tolerancing,

pictorials, sections, auxiliary views, and intersection and developments.

COURSE NAME 3D Modeling and Analysis


BRIEF DESCRIPTION 3 D Modeling is designed to further the development of student knowledge and skills in engineering and related mechanical design drafting areas. Emphasis is placed on 3-D working and assembly drawings including rendering, animation and 3D printing and design.


Intro to Engineering Drawing and Design

Survey of Engineering Graphics

3D Modeling and Analysis

Healthcare Science – Denise Walton RN

COURSE NAME Introduction to Healthcare Science.


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONThe course will enable students to receive initial exposure to Healthcare Science skills and attitudes applicable to the healthcare industry. The concepts of health, wellness, and preventative care are evaluated, as well as, ethical and legal responsibilities of today’s healthcare provider. Fundamental healthcares skills development is initiated including medical terminology, microbiology, and basic life support.

COURSE NAME Applications of Therapeutic Services


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents will study the function and fundamental pathopysiology of each body system. Monitoring and evaluation of client status through physical assessment techniques, such as history and physical and vital signs is taught. Also, stresses medical mathematics.

COURSE NAME Nursing Essentials


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents will complete course of study outlined by the Georgia Medical Care Foundation for Nursing Assistants. Students will have clinical hours providing hands on care to long term care patients. By the end of the course, students will be eligible to sit for the CNA exam for the State of Georgia.

COURSE NAME General Medicine


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents will study the following areas including but not limited to: Orthopedics, Cardiology, Diagnostic Imaging, MedSurg, Gastroenterology, Urology, and Customer Care Services. Students focusing on a career path in medicine (Pre-Med) or on a career in one of the ancillary departments noted above will apply classroom/lab knowledge and skills in the clinical setting as they participate in direct client care

Construction – Mike Mayfield

COURSE NAME Occupational Safety and Fundamentals

COURSE NUMBER46.545

BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents will know and understand the value and importance of job site safety for themselves and his or her fellow workers. Students will understand and apply math concepts as applied to construction. Students will use basic hand and power tools in a professional and safe manner. Students will demonstrate knowledge of blueprint terms, components, and symbols. Students will explain and implement safe rigging procedures.

COURSE NAME Introduction to Construction

COURSE NUMBER46.546

BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents will understand the development of the construction industry. Students will be introduced to Carpentry, Electrical, Masonry, and Plumbing trades. They will learn about Apprenticeship Programs and job vs. career opportunities. Students will be able to identify and use basic hand and power tools for the different trades.

COURSE NAME Carpentry 1

COURSE NUMBER46.550

BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents will read, interpret, apply information, and estimate costs from a variety of architectural and construction working drawings. Identify the general approaches to framing a building. Identify the parts of a floor/platform. Students will know and understand proper and necessary carpentry tasks that enable a team to construct floor and wall systems. Demonstrate knowledge of the construction of floor systems. Demonstrate knowledge of the construction of wall systems.

COURSE NAME Residential Carpentry/Carpentry 2

COURSE NUMBER46.551

BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents will know and understand proper and necessary carpentry tasks that enable a team to construct ceiling and roof systems. Measure, layout, and cut all types of ceiling framing members. Measure, layout, and cut all types of roof framing members. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of truss systems.

METAL WORKING – PAT LINZ

COURSE NAMEIndustry Safety and Fundamentals


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents learn about Basic Safety principles, Construction Math, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Reading Blueprints, Rigging and Employability Skills.

COURSE NAMEIntroduction to Metals


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents will learn Welding and Machine Safety skills, Oxyfuel cutting, GMAW (MIG) welding, Weld quality, Reading Weld Drawing and Weld Symbols.

COURSE NAMEArc Welding 1


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents learn more advance skills of GMAW (MIG) welding, SMAW (ARC) welding, Plasma cutting, Carbon Arc Cutting, Reading Weld Drawings and layout skills.

COURSE NAMEIndustry Safety and Fundamentals


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents learn about Basic Safety principles, Construction Math, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Reading Blueprints, Rigging and Employability Skills.

COURSE NAMEIntroduction to Metals


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents will learn Welding and Machine Safety skills, Oxyfuel cutting, GMAW (MIG) welding, Weld quality, Reading Weld Drawing and Weld Symbols.

COURSE NAMEArc Welding 1


BRIEF DESCRIPTIONStudents learn more advance skills of GMAW (MIG) welding, SMAW (ARC) welding, Plasma cutting, Carbon Arc Cutting, Reading Weld Drawings and layout skills.

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