Description: Agricultural Fabrication and Biosystems Engineering is an applied course that prepares students for further study or careers in engineering, environmental science, agricultural design and research, and agricultural mechanics and fabrication. Special emphasis is given to the many modern applications of geographic information systems (GIS) and global positioning systems (GPS) to achieve various agricultural goals. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to pursue advanced training in agricultural engineering, industrial, mechanical and related fields at a postsecondary institution. 

Matierals:

• Ag Mechanics and Technology Systems, Goodheart-Wilcox

Tennessee CTE Standards

Description: Agricultural Power and Equipment is an applied course in agricultural engineering with special emphasis on laboratory activities involving small engines, tractors, and agricultural equipment. The standards in this course address navigation, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of electrical motors, hydraulic systems, and fuel powered engines, as well as exploration of a wide range of careers in agricultural mechanics. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to pursue advanced training in agricultural engineering and related fields at a postsecondary institution.

Materials: 

• Small Gas Engines, Goodheart-Wilcox

Tennessee CTE Standards

Description: Agriscience is an introductory laboratory science course that prepares students for biology, subsequent science and agriculture courses, and postsecondary study. This course helps students understand the important role that agricultural science and technology plays in the twenty-first century. In addition, it serves as the first course for all programs of study in the Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources cluster. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared for success in more advanced agriculture and science coursework. This course counts as a lab science credit toward graduation requirements.

Materials: 

• Agriscience Fundamentals, Cengage

Tennessee CTE Standards

Description: Applied Environmental Science focuses on the knowledge, information, and skills related to the fundamental science and management of ecosystems as well as careers, leadership, and history of the industry. This course covers principles of environmental impacts, energy consumption, and ecosystem management. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared for advanced coursework in the Environmental and Natural Resources program of study.

Materials: 

• The Science of Agriculture: A Biological Approach, Cengage

Tennessee CTE Standards

Description: State Dual Credit Introduction to Agribusiness is an accelerated Agribusiness course designed to teach students the different types of U.S. Agribusiness, Macroeconomics and Microeconomics terms related to Agribusiness, Forms of Business Ownership, Agribusiness and Accounting, Basic Economic Principles and Their Application in Agribusiness, Management and Strategic Decision-Making, Agriculture’s Role in the American and Global Economic Systems, Current Political and Economic Issues Relating to Agribusiness, Agricultural Marketing, and Financial Markets and Trade.Statewide dual credit (SDC) classes are college-level courses taught at the high school level by trained high school teachers. All SDC courses culminate in a challenge exam which is used to assess mastery of the postsecondary-level learning objectives. Students who meet or exceed the exam ‘cut score’ receive college credit that can be applied to any Tennessee public secondary institution. 

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Description: Statewide dual credit (SDC) classes are college-level courses taught at the high-school level by trained high school teachers. All SDC courses culminate in a challenge exam which is used to assess master of the postsecondary-level learning objectives. Students who meet or exceed the exam ‘cut score’ receive college credit that can be applied to any Tennessee public postsecondary institution.  

The SDC Introduction to Plant Science course includes the following content. 

• Introduction to basic forms, functions, reproduction, and propagation, soils and mediums, plant nutrition, and plant injuries and control
• Demonstration of proper Integrated Pest Management practices and PPE usage
• Identification of plant classifications and uses with attention to nursery production and controlled environment production.
• Discussion on the impact of plants and horticulture on people

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SDC Learning Objectives

Description: Greenhouse Management is an applied-knowledge course designed to prepare students to manage greenhouse operations. This course covers principles of greenhouse structures, plant health and growth, growing media, greenhouse crop selection and propagation, and management techniques. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be equipped with the technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in horticulture production. Greenhouse Management is a dual credit course with statewide articulation.

Materials: 

• The Commercial Greenhouse, Cengage

Tennessee CTE Standards

Description: Landscaping and Turf Science is an applied course designed to provide challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed for further education and careers in landscape design, maintenance, and turf management. Content includes site analysis and planning, principles of design, and plant selection and care techniques. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared to pursue advanced study of landscaping and turf science at a postsecondary institution.

Materials: 

• Turf Science and Management, Cengage

Tennessee CTE STandards

Description: Large Animal Science Technologies is an applied course in veterinary and animal science for students interested in learning more about becoming a veterinarian, vet tech, vet assistant, or pursuing a variety of scientific, health, or agriculture professions. This course covers the anatomy and physiological systems of different groups of large animals, as well as careers, leadership, and history of the industry. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared for success in the level-four Veterinary Science course and further postsecondary training.

Materials: 

• Modern Livestock and Poultry Production, Cengage

Tennessee CTE Standards

Description: Environmental and Natural Resource Management is an applied course for students interested in learning more about becoming good stewards of our environment and natural resources. This course covers major types of natural resources and their management, public policy, and the role of public education in managing resources, as well as careers, leadership, and history of the industry. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared for further study and careers as an environmental scientist, conservationist, forester, or wildlife manager.

Materials: 

• Managing our Natural Resources, Cengage

Tennessee CTE Standards

Description: Plant and Soil Science is an applied-knowledge course focusing on the science and management of plants and soils, with special attention given to current agricultural practices that support the healthy and sustainable cultivation of major crops. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will have been exposed to a range of careers associated with the science and management of plants and soils and will have developed the essential skills and knowledge to be successful in science- or agriculture-related occupations.

Materials: 

• Soil Science and Management, Cengage

Tennessee CTE Standards

Description: Principles of Agricultural Mechanics is an intermediate course introducing students to basic skills and knowledge in construction and land management for both rural and urban environments. This course covers topics including project management, basic engine and motor mechanics, land surveying, irrigation and drainage, agricultural structures, and basic metalworking techniques. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared for more advanced coursework in agricultural mechanics.

Materials: 

• Ag Mechanics Fundamentals and Applications, Cengage

Tennessee CTE Standards

Description: Principles of Plant Science and Hydroculture focus on essential knowledge and skills related to the science of plant growth. This course covers principles of plant health, growth, reproduction, and biotechnology, as well as fundamental principles of hydroponics and aquaponics. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared for more advanced coursework in horticulture science.

Materials: 

• Horticulture Today, Goodheart-Wilcox

Tennessee CTE Standards

Description: Small Animal Science Technologies is an intermediate course in animal science and care for students interested in learning more about becoming a veterinarian, vet tech, vet assistant, or pursuing a variety of scientific, health, or agriculture professions. This course covers the anatomy and physiological systems of different groups of small animals, as well as careers, leadership, and history of the industry. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared for more advanced coursework in veterinary and animal science.

Materials: 

• Small Animal Care and Management, Cengage

Tennessee CTE Standards

Description: Veterinary Science is an advanced course in animal science and care for students interested in learning more about becoming a veterinarian, vet tech, vet assistant, or pursuing a variety of scientific, health, or agriculture professions. This course covers principles of health and disease, basic animal care and nursing, clinical and laboratory procedures, and additional industry-related career and leadership knowledge and skills. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to pursue advanced study of veterinary science at a postsecondary institution.

Materials: 

•  Introduction to Vet Science, Cengage

Tennessee CTE Standards