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AgriBusiness Pathway
Ag Communications
1 credit
Prerequisite
10th-12th grade
This course is designed to assist students with developing skills needed to be successful leaders and responsible members of society. The student will develop personal attributes and social skills. Emphasis will be placed on interpersonal skills, team building, communication, personal development and leadership. This course will include opportunities for students to apply their knowledge.
Animal Science Systems Pathway
Small Animal (Companion Animal) 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).
Horticulture & Plant Science Systems Pathway
Greenhouse Technology
1 credit
No Prerequisite
11th-12th grade
This course provides instruction in plant growth, development, and propagation as well as production and maintenance of bedding and container plants. Fundamental principles of vegetable production and commercial production of vegetable crops may be included. The course focuses heavily on application of skills in the greenhouse setting. Students will select varieties and produce and market a variety of greenhouse crops. The content may be enhanced with appropriate computer applications. Leadership activities will be provided for student’s who wish to participate.
Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program (SAE).
Enviromental & Natural Resources Pathway
Enviromental Science
1 credit
Prerequisite: Wildlife Resources | Recommended: Biology
10th-12th grade
This course provides students with a foundation of understanding, knowledge and skills to deal effectively with environmental problems such as global warming, acid rain, endangered species and invasive plants and animals. Students learn a variety of basic laboratory and field techniques including soil and water sampling. The course incorporates both academic and applied studies that include fieldwork in the local area watershed and onsite field trips. The structure and function of natural ecosystems, the history of the environmental movement, impact of legal, economic and political systems on environmental concerns is taught. Students also gain a broad awareness of environmental science and technological career opportunities. An emphasis is placed on students using critical thinking and analytical skills to make a positive impact on the environment. Leadership development will be provided through FFA.
Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program (SAE)
Agricultural Power, Structural, & Technical Systems Pathway
Ag Sales & Marketing
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).
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AgriBusiness
1 credit
Prerequisite: Principles of Agricultural Science & Technology
10th-12th grade
This course introduces the free enterprise system, the study of economic principles, risk management, business law, budgets, finance, recordkeeping, and careers in agribusiness. Basic skills will be developed to manage a farm or agribusiness. Material will include: managing production/inventory, equipment, credit and taxes, market analysis and developing a business/farm plan. 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.
Food Science & Processing Systems Pathway
Urban Agriculture
1 credit
Prerequisite: Principles of Agricultural Science & Technology
10th-12th grade
Growing food in the city is an expanding practice in communities with and without food security. Heralded by some as a viable and sustainable supplement to conventional food systems, urban agriculture has many challenges to implementation. We will explore the motivations, benefits and difficulties of farming in the city itself. Guest speakers, local leaders deeply involved with urban agriculture in the region, will offer their insights on practical aspects of implementation. Students will learn about methods of extending the growing season through the use of cold frames and high tunnels as well as processing food through canning, pickling, drying, fermenting, and freezing. Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program.
Large Animal (Livestock) Concentration
Advanced Animal Science
DC Course associated with Murray State University
1 high school credit/3 hours college credit
Prerequisite: Animal Science I
11th-12th grade
This accelerated course exposes students to the world of agriculture, animal science and career options. Students will have experiences in various animal science concepts, exciting hands-on activities, projects and problems. These experiences are based on the Project Lead the Way activity-based, project-based and problem-based learning. Students will study animal nutrition, anatomy and physiology, biotechnology and economic viability. Personal development and speaking skills will be heavily emphasized. Leadership development will be provided through the FFA. Students will receive personal guidance and counseling with preparatory instructional program selection.
Each student will be expected to have a supervised agricultural experience program (SAE)
College credit will be available to those who meet Murray State University admission requirements of 3.0 gpa and 18 on ACTand pay the $150 course fee and $40 admission fee.
*Students may opt to take this course for high school credit only.