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AgriBusiness Pathway
Ag Sales
1 credit
No Prerequisite
10th-12th grade
This course provides an introduction to agricultural sales and marketing. Course material will include: Competition in the agriculture market place, marketing decisions, types of markets, contracting, government programs and regulations, personal development, employee and employer responsibilities, communications, promotion strategies, records, files, purchasing materials, stocking, selling and business account procedures. Content may be enhanced with appropriate computer applications. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program (SAE).
Animal Science Systems Pathway
Small Animal (Companion Animal) Concentration
Veterinary Science
1 credit
Prerequisite: Animal Science & Strong Science background
10th-12th grade
Are you considering a career as a vet or a vet tech? This course is designed for students who are interested in a career in Veterinary /Animal Science. Topics will include veterinary terminology, anatomy and physiology, clinical exams, parasitology, laboratory techniques, and animal nutrition. A newly constructed lab is available to our students to carry out lab activities. What a great opportunity! Local veterinarians will visit to provide additional input, and Animal Hospital of Nicholasville will be our educational partner. If you love animals and want to take it to the next level, this is the course for you! ($10.00 fee)
Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program (SAE)
Horticulture & Plant Science Systems Pathway
Landscaping & Sports Turf Management
1 credit
11th-12th grade or Principles of Agricultural Science & Technology
This course combines landscaping and turf management curriculum. The material includes identification of landscape plants and their characteristics, site evaluation, site design, calculation of materials needed, costs for bidding, and installing landscape plans. Landscape plant maintenance will also be presented. Selection, culture and management of turf species used for lawns, golf courses, athletic fields and erosion control may also be included. Content may be enhanced by utilizing appropriate technology. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program.
Enviromental & Natural Resources Pathway
Plant & Land Science
1 credit
9th*-12th grade
(*Must have taken Principles of Ag in 8th grader to enroll in this course as a freshman)
Plant and Land Science develops basic scientific knowledge and skills pertaining to management of the land and its effects on food and fiber production, the environment, and the quality of life. The relationship of land to plant growth will be emphasized. Plant composition, reproduction, growth, and current biotechnological advances will be included.
Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program (SAE)
Agricultural Power, Structural, & Technical Systems Pathway
Ag Construction Skills
1 credit
Prerequisite: Geometry and Algebra I
11th-12th grade
This course prepares students to construct and maintain agricultural structures and equipment. Develps basic skills such as: tool identification, interpreting plans, calculating a bill of materials, electrification, carpentry, welding, metal fabrication, plumbing, and masonry. Content may be enhanced with appropriate computer applications. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program (SAE). This course may be extended to two credits offered on a two-hour basis provided that instruction is enhanced with laboratory experience, project construction, and in-depth skill development.
Large Animal (Livestock) Concentration
Equine Science
1 credit
No Prerequisite
Seniors only or Juniors with teacher permission
Equine science develops knowledge and skill pertaining to breed identification and selection, anatomy, physiology, nutrition, genetics and reproductive management, training principles, grooming, health, disease, parasite control and sanitation practices. Content may be enhanced with appropriate computer applications. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program (SAE).
Food Science & Processing Systems Pathway
Agribiology
1 credit
Prerequisite: Integrated Science or Chemistry
11th-12th grade
Agri-Biology is a one-credit interdisciplinary course that meets the “life science requirement” for science credit. This course may count as one of the three required credits in science for high school graduation. Agri-Biology uses agricultural contexts to present the required life science core content for assessment, as outlined in the program of studies. As students study practical agricultural concepts, they apply scientific ways of thinking and working to real-life problems. The agriculture teacher and science teacher work together in planning and evaluating the course. Content may be enhanced by utilizing appropriate technology. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program.
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Floral Design
1 credit
11th-12th grade or Principles of Agricultural Science & Technology
This course is designed to allow students to use hands-on activities to learn floral design principles and techniques. Students will also study horticulture plant identification, marketing, and management while preparing for a career in floriculture. The content may be enhanced with appropriate computer applications. Leadership activities will be provided for students who wish to participate.
(Fee $30.00 for floral materials)
Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program (SAE).
And/Or
Agribiology
1 credit
Prerequisite: Integrated Science or Chemistry
11th-12th grade
Agri-Biology is a one-credit interdisciplinary course that meets the “life science requirement” for science credit. This course may count as one of the three required credits in science for high school graduation. Agri-Biology uses agricultural contexts to present the required life science core content for assessment, as outlined in the program of studies. As students study practical agricultural concepts, they apply scientific ways of thinking and working to real-life problems. The agriculture teacher and science teacher work together in planning and evaluating the course. Content may be enhanced by utilizing appropriate technology. Leadership development will be provided through FFA. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program.
And/Or
Small Power
1 credit
Prerequisite: Principles of Agricultural Science & Technology
10th-12th grade
(This course will be taught at WJHS)
Small Power and Equipment was developed to provide you with an understanding of the components that compose a small engine and introduce you to the industry as a whole. Content will include a study of history behind the industry, each system within the engine, an understanding of business principles, and assembly and disassembly. Leadership opportunities will be provided through the FFA, and character and career building will be explored through Supervised Agricultural Experience Program (SAE).
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Veterinary Science
1 credit
Prerequisite: Animal Science & Strong Science background
10th-12th grade
Are you considering a career as a vet or a vet tech? This course is designed for students who are interested in a career in Veterinary /Animal Science. Topics will include veterinary terminology, anatomy and physiology, clinical exams, parasitology, laboratory techniques, and animal nutrition. A newly constructed lab is available to our students to carry out lab activities. What a great opportunity! Local veterinarians will visit to provide additional input, and Animal Hospital of Nicholasville will be our educational partner. If you love animals and want to take it to the next level, this is the course for you! ($10.00 fee)
Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program (SAE)