Course Descriptions

Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry & IPC, Geometry AND Small Animal/Equine Science OR Livestock Production

Course: 1116CT; Credits: 1

Length: 18 weeks (1 semester)

This course will build on the skills learned in Animal Science. Students will learn disease management in domesticated animals  including treatments such as vaccinations and medications. Emphasis in this course is placed on the inter relatedness of human,  scientific and technological dimensions of livestock production. Students interested in Veterinary Technician, Veterinarian Medicine  or Agriculture Science Education as a career should take this class.Students must keep an online record of skills and knowledge through a supervised agricultural experience or SAE that acts as an addition to the class to extend student learning. Note: Course can be used as an additional science credit for graduation.  This course will count toward graduation honors GPA. Certification Possible: Elanco Fundamentals of Animal Science Certification Possible

Course: 1117CT Credits: 1

Pre-Requisite: Principles of Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources

Length: 18 weeks (1 semester)

This course will explore business principles related to careers in agriculture, food production, and natural resource management.  Students will explore government policies and regulations that impact an individual’s decision making related to purchasing and  finance. Students will also learn marketing strategies and develop a business proposal for a product or service used in the field of  agriculture, food, or natural resources. Students must keep an online record of skills and knowledge through a supervised agricultural experience or SAE that acts as an addition to the class to extend student learning. Certification Possible: Entrepreneurship & Small Business Certification

Course: 1110CT Credits: 1

Pre-Requisite: Principles of Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources

Length: 18 weeks (1 semester)

In Floral Design, students identify and demonstrate the principles and techniques related to floral design as well as develop an understanding of the management of floral enterprises. Students may work in the classroom and greenhouse facilities. Students will learn about the history of floral design, principles and elements of design, flower types and identification, and event design. Students will use various floral tools and materials to create floral arrangements. Students must keep an online record of skills and knowledge through a supervised agricultural experience or SAE that acts as an addition to the class to extend student learning. This course can be used as a Fine Arts Credit.  

Certification Possible: Texas State Floral Association Floral Skills Knowledge Based*

Course: 1109CT; Credits: 1

Pre-Requisite: Principles of Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources

Length: 18 weeks (1 semester)

In this course, students will learn about plant science and common horticultural  management practices as they relate to food and ornamental plant production. Students may work in the classroom and greenhouse facilities.  Students will work with various plants and equipment to grow ornamental plants. Students must keep an online record of skills and knowledge through a supervised agricultural experience or SAE that acts as an addition to the class to extend student learning.

Certification Possible: BASF Plant Science Certification Possible

Course: 1115CT Credits: 1

Length: 18 weeks (1 semester)

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. Students may work in the classroom and barn facilities, and may handle and care for various animals. Students may use veterinary medicine, tools, and livestock equipment. Students will learn about various livestock products including but not limited to food and fiber products. Students must keep an online record of skills and knowledge through a supervised agricultural experience or SAE that acts as an addition to the class to extend student learning.

Course: 1112CT Credits: 1

Prerequisite: Biology, IPC, Chemistry, or Physics and  1 credit from Plant Science program of study.

Length: 18 weeks (1 semester)

In this course, students will use scientific reasoning to study how plants and soil science is the basis for many other fields of science. Students will study native and invasive plants and how they are impacting our ecosystem. They will also gain a greater understanding of soil and its role in agriculture production. Soil conservation and management practices will be analyzed to determine how current agricultural practices can protect the soil from production usage. Additionally, students will gain hands-on experience and greenhouse management.Students must keep an online record of skills and knowledge through a supervised agricultural experience or SAE that acts as an addition to the class to extend student learning. Note: Course can be used as an additional science credit for graduation. This course will count toward graduation honors GPA.

Course: 1135CA/CB; Credits: 2

Length: 36 weeks (2 semesters)

The practicum 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. If a student does not have transportation, opportunities will be limited.

Length: 18 weeks

Course: 1101CT; Credit: 1 

This class lays the foundation for all agriculture programs of study. Students will explore the various areas of agriculture as they discover the scope of agriculture in their daily lives, while learning about the various branches of the agriculture industry. Students may work in the classroom, barn, and greenhouse facilities. Students may work with various plants, animals, and agricultural products including but not limited to food and fiber products. Students develop leadership and employability skills, including record keeping, public speaking,  and parliamentary  procedure. Students must keep an online record of skills and knowledge through a supervised agricultural experience or SAE that acts as an addition to the class to extend student learning.

Course: 1114CT & 1113CT; Credits: 1

Length: 18 weeks (1 semester)

Small Animal: In this course, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to small animals and the small animal management industry. This course prepares students for potential careers related to small animal care, including but not limited to: veterinarians, veterinarian technicians, animal caretakers, pet breeders, groomers, boarders, etc. Students may work in the classroom and barn facilities. Students may work with various animals including small mammals such as dogs, cats, and rabbits, amphibians, reptiles, and birds. Equine Science: In this course, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to equine animal systems and the equine industry. Equine Science may address topics related to horses, donkeys, and mules. Students may work in the classroom and barn facilities. Students may handle and care for various animals including mini horses, horses, and mini donkeys. Students will NOT ride any equine animals. Students must keep an online record of skills and knowledge through a supervised agricultural experience or SAE that acts as an addition to the class to extend student learning These courses must be taken  together.

Prerequisite: Small Animal/Equine Science OR Livestock Production AND Selection Process

Length: 36 weeks ( 2 semesters)

Course: 1140CA-CB; Credits: 2 

For careers in the field of animal science, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and  skills related to animal systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry  requirements and industry expectations. Topics covered in this course include, but are not limited to, veterinary practices as they  relate to both large and small animal species. Students must keep an online record of skills and knowledge through a supervised agricultural experience or SAE that acts as an addition to the class to extend student learning. 

Certification Possible: +Certified Veterinary Assistant, Level 1* or Elanco Veterinary Medical Applications Certification