These are the Electives that go hand in hand with our CT Programs.
Animal Science Electives
Plant and Horticultural Science
.5 credit
Semester – Grades 9, 10
Course Description:
This first course in the pathway focuses on the knowledge and skills required to research, develop, produce and market agricultural, horticultural, and native plants and plant products. Students will apply principles of plant physiology and anatomy, plant protection and health, reproductive biology in plants, plant nutrition and disorders to the management of soils and plants. Throughout the course, students will learn communication, leadership, and business management skills reflective of the industry. (Students who have already taken Animal Science and Technology their freshman year should have priority to fill this class. Once those students have been accepted any other freshman or sophomore would be able to take it.)
901 Introduction to Agriculture and Natural Resources (010105) – 0.5 credits
Semester 1 – Grade 9, 10 – Fee
Course Description:
This first course in the career field is an introduction to Agricultural and Environmental Systems. Students will be introduced to the scope of the Agricultural and Environmental Systems career field. They will examine principles of food science, natural resource management, animal science & management, plant & horticultural science, power technology and bioscience. Students will examine the FFA organization and Supervised Agricultural Experience programs. Throughout the course, students will develop communication, leadership and business skills essential to the agriculture industry.
902 – Animal Science and Technology (010910) – 0.5 credit
Semester 2 – Grade 9, 10 – Fee
Students will learn and apply responsible animal management principles and routine husbandry practices. Topics will include nutrition, feeding, and caring for animals, body/carcass composition evaluation, and applying marketing principles to the sale and distribution of animal products. Learners will investigate animal genetics and how it impacts principles of animal improvement, selection and marketing. Throughout the course, learners will develop business leadership, problem-solving and communication skills in relation to the science of animals.
Marketing Electives
956 – Sports Entertainment and Marketing (144015) – 0.5 credit
Semester – Grades 10, 11, 12 – Fee
In this class students will have the opportunity to learn basic marketing principles while exploring sports and entertainment fields from a business perspective. Areas covered in this course include: marketing fundamentals, endorsements, event marketing and promotion. Students will also investigate media and pop culture and their impact on sports, movies, music, theme parks, and video games.
Manufacturing & Industrial Technology Electives
712 – Manufacturing Basics: Metal Work and Welding (175003) – 0.5 credit
Semester – Grades 9, 10 – Fee
Students will learn the production processes applied across manufacturing operations. Students will be able to demonstrate a broad array of technical skills with an emphasis given to quality practices, measurement, maintenance and safety. Students in this course will cover a variety of topics that are aligned with basic manufacturing skills. Topics to be covered are layout work, sheet metal work, and mechanical fasteners. The fasteners units will be divided into adhesion and cohesion areas of study. This course will also cover an introduction to the various types of basic welding. These areas will include gas welding, arc welding and MIG welding.
721 and 721PA – Gas Metal Arc Welding (Advanced Welding) (176000) – 1 credit
Full year – Prerequisite Required (see below) – Grades 10, 11, 12* – Fee
- Any student who has taken Welding Technologies or Advanced Manufacturing.
- Juniors that are in a CT Program
- Seniors that are looking at welding as a career option post-graduation.
Students will use the Gas Metal Arc Welding process (GMAW) to join various types of metal. They will cut metals using oxy-fuel processes and perform multiple types of welds and joints in all positions up to and including overhead. They will select the appropriate type of electrode wire, shielding gas and adjust welding equipment based on the physical characteristics and metal properties. Students will apply quality control factors to evaluate weld quality
*Preferential placement will be for 10th grade students. 11th and 12th grade students will be placed in the course on a space available basis. Selected students (Grades 11 and 12) may participate in this course as part of a recognized Pre-Apprenticeship Program. This may lead to a 12 Point Industry Recognized Credential.
722 – Advanced Manufacturing: Machine Operations and Welding (175003) – 0.5 credit
Semester – Prerequisite of 712 – Grade 10 – Fee
Students in this course will cover more in-depth topics that are aligned with manufacturing skills. This course adds a focus of basic fabrication and machining operations. Lathe and milling lessons and its uses found in today’s manufacturing workplace with a special focus on present and future employment in the Ohio area. This course will also cover more in-depth knowledge and techniques in the areas of arc, MIG, and TIG welding. Students will also be exposed to specific topics found in math and science. Curriculum content will cover mathematical equations such as area, and scientific formulas such as force x pressure x distance.
Construction Electives
711 – Introduction to Woodworking (178040) – 0.5 credits
Semester – Grade 9-12 – Fee
In this first course in the career field, students will be introduced to the basic principles of architecture and construction. During this course, students will read and create construction drawings and use hand tools to create basic construction projects and models. Throughout the course, students will use hands-on skills and procedures in a laboratory setting. Additionally, students will investigate career opportunities in construction and architecture related fields.