Agriculture

• Agricultural Science

• Animal Science

• Plant Systems

• Power, Structure & Technical Systems

Tech Agriscience I

8101-8102 Technology of Agri-Science I Grades 9 10 1 credit
This course covers the fundamental skills of welding, ag-mechanics, livestock, crop production, agriscience occupations and careers. Introduction to CDEs, SAEs, and leadership in FFA is an integral part of the course. The onsite outdoor lab enhances classroom learning. Students will become knowledgeable of and have the opportunity to participate in local, state and national FFA activities. Students will be
required to purchase gloves, pliers, safety glasses; a cost of $20.00 is due at enrollment. FFA participation strongly encouraged.

Animal Science

81531-81532 Animal Science Grades 10 11 12 1 credit
Prereq: Tech Ag. This course will use a practical approach to the study of animals. It will integrate the concepts of biology with the field of agriculture. Animal Science will broaden a student’s view and understanding of animal and biological science principles of focusing on daily life applications. Learning is enhanced through the on-site hands learning lab. Lab activities include artificial insemination, embryo transfer work and general livestock health-care training. Science and vocational outcomes will be incorporated into the course. Students will be introduced to the FFA organization, have the opportunity to become an active member and compete in related CDEs (career development experience) and encouraged to develop (supervised agricultural experience) programs. Eligible for Regents Qualified Admissions – Natural Science. Jr. & Sr. concurrent enrollment with HCC – NO TUITION This course MAY count as one of the required science credits for graduation. A student may select Animal Science, Horticulture I or Horticulture II as one of the three science credits.

Plant & Animal Science

85121-85122 Plant and Animal Science Grades 10 11 12 1 credit
This course provides content related to both animal production and plant production, providing comprehensive coverage of the production functions of the agricultural industry. Topics such as care and management of farm animals, crop production and harvesting, plant and animal insect and disease control, efficient resource management and farm management and food processing. FFA membership is strongly encouraged. Students will participate in FFA activities such as Agronomy, Livestock, Meat Evaluation, and Food Science. This course is good preparation for the Animal Science course.

Horticulture I

8191-8192 Horticulture I Grades 10 11 12 1 credit
This course provides students with an opportunity to study greenhouse management, landscaping, turf management, and fruit and vegetable production. Students will propagate, grow bedding plants, operate the school greenhouse, and complete a landscape design. Some introduction to forestry and environmental careers is included. Students will participate in the FFA activities including Public Speaking, Judging, and Problem Solving. Eligible for Regents Qualified Admissions – Natural Science. This course MAY count as one of the required science credits for graduation. A student may select Animal Science, Horticulture 1 or Horticulture II as one of the three science credits.

Horticulture II

8193-8194 Horticulture II Grades 11 12 1 credit
Prerequisite: Horticulture I. This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the Horticulture industry. Emphasis is placed on information and skills needed to pass following current and future state licensing tests: Horticulture Services, Landscape Contracting, Certified Nursery Professional, and Retail Florist. Students will be prepared to enter fields in the green industry. Topics of study include: Greenhouse management, recreational and turf grass management, basic florist design, pest control, floriculture, and marketing. Scientific, mathematical, economic, and technical principles are reinforced in this course, as are communication and critical thinking skills. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are field trips and activities in the school greenhouse or lab facility. Supervised agricultural experience programs (SAE) and FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. This course MAY count as one of the required science credits for graduation. A student may select Animal Science, Horticulture 1 or Horticulture II as one of the three science credits.

Modern Ag Mechanics

8181-8182 Modern Ag Mechanics Skills Grades 9 10 1 credit
This course of study will develop basic skills in Agricultural Mechanics. This will include Leadership; Power and Hand Tools; Arc Welding; Gas Welding and Cutting; Homestead Electricity; Internal Combustion Engine and Safety and Career Orientation. Included in this course will be Agriculture Hazardous, Occupational Safety training. Students will receive a safety certificate. Leadership and Personal Development skills are taught through the integration of FFA Career development skills and SAE (supervised agricultural experience) activities.

Pre-Vocational Ag Welding

8141-8142 Pre-Vocational Ag Welding Grades 10 11 12 1 credit
This course is designed for students wanting to explore the career of professional welder. Pre-Voc Ag Welding is competency-based (achieve skill levels at the individual’s pace) covering shop safety, arc welding, oxyacetylene, TIG, MIG welding and Plasma Arc and CNC Plasma Cutting. Students will be introduced to the FFA organization, have the opportunity to become an active member and compete in related CDEs and be encouraged to develop SAEs. Students will be required to purchase gloves, pliers, safety glasses. A cost of $20 is due at enrollment. Junior and Senior concurrent enrollment with HCC. NO TUITION. Eligible for local Fine Arts credit.

Animal Health/Vet Tech

81541-81542 Animal Health / Veterinary Tech Grades 11 12 1 credit
This course takes an in depth look into animal health. Students will be exposed to a number of careers in animal health, including veterinarians, vet technicians, microbiologists, pathologists, geneticists, pharmacists, food scientists and others. Students will be exposed to many different cells and tissues from a variety of species. The course will cover anatomy and physiology, epidemiology. Laboratory activities will include live animal health checks and vaccination, artificial insemination, stitch work. Students will be exposed to large and small animal species.

Adv. Modern Ag Mechanics

8183-8184 Advanced Modern Ag Mechanics Grades 10 11 1 credit
Prerequisite: Modern Ag Mechanic, Technology Ag Science I. This is an upper level course with major emphasis on careers in mechanics and engineering. Instruction units include hydraulic systems, electrical systems, power transmission, milling machine and lathe. Students may construct or repair equipment in the area of their specialty. FFA membership is strongly encouraged as students will participate in leadership activities at the District and State level.

Small Engine Repair

8171-8172 Small Engine Repair Grades 10 11 12 1 credit
Prerequisite: Tech Ag Science I, Pre-Voc Welding, or Modern Ag Mechanics. In this course, students will develop basic topics covering theory, maintenance, tear down and reassembly, troubleshooting and all major components of the basic systems of small gasoline engines. Other topics covered include tool and equipment identification, safety, and use. Leadership and personal development skills are taught through the integration of FFA career development skills and SAE activities. This is a designated Tech Prep course through Hutchinson Community College. Jr. & Sr. concurrent enrollment with HCC – NO TUITION.

Ag Equipment Construction

8185-8186 Agriculture Equipment Construction Grades 11 12 1 credit
Prerequisite: A lower level Ag mechanic course. Agriculture Equipment Construction is designed for juniors and seniors who want to study the design and operation of Ag equipment. Students will apply mechanical skills to the design and construction of agriculture equipment. Students will learn blueprint reading and technical reading for the purpose of construction and assembling agriculture equipment. FFA membership is required. Projects will be entered into the appropriate state or national competitive event for evaluation.

Ag Power

8187-8188 Ag Power Mechanics Grades 11 12 1 credit
Pre-requisite: Small Engine Repair and one of the following: Pre-Voc Welding or Modern AG Mechanics. Ag Power Mechanics will give the student hands on opportunities to repair and maintain internal combustion engines, electrical, and hydraulic systems. Scientific, mathematical, economic, and technical principles are reinforced in this course, as are communication and critical thinking skills. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are field trips and activities in the school lab facility. Supervised agricultural experience SAE programs and FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies.

Agribusiness

8123-8124 Agri-Business Grade 12 1 credit
Students in this course study careers in the agri-business industry which include, but are not limited to, careers in communications, displaying, advertising, physical distribution, selling, and transportation. Skills are developed in recordkeeping, management, economics, and computer orientation as they relate to agri-business. Leadership is developed through participation in the FFA organization. Students are encouraged to have a crop, livestock, Ag Mechanics or Ag Science program or be employed by an agribusiness firm in the community. Junior and Senior concurrent enrollment with HCC – NO TUITION.

Agriculture Internship