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1 Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education Mr. Paul G. Pastorek President Member-at-Large Dr. James Stafford Vice President Fifth District Mr. Keith Johnson Secretary-Treasurer Second District Ms. Donna Contois First District Ms. Glenny Lee Buquet Third District Mr. Walter Lee Fourth District Dr. Richard Musemeche Sixth District Mr. Dale Bayard Seventh District Ms. Linda Johnson Eighth District Mr. Gerald Dill Member-at-Large Ms. Leslie Jacobs Member-at-Large Ms. Weegie Peabody Executive Director For further information, contact Melba Kennedy, Assistant Administrator Telephone: (225) Tricia Merrick, Section Supervisor Telephone: (225) Career and Technical Education This public document was printed at a cost of $1, Six hundred fifty (650) copies of this document were printed in this third printing at a cost of $1, The total cost for the printing of this document, including reprints was $3, This document was printed by the Louisiana Department of Education, Office of School and Community Support, Division of Family, Career and Technical Education; P. O. Box 94064; Baton Rouge, LA This material was printed in accordance with the standards for printing by State Agencies established pursuant to R.S. 43:31.

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction iii Agriculture Education Course Descriptions 1 Agriculture Education Career Majors 10 Business Education Course Descriptions 13 Business Education Career Majors 21 Family and Consumer Sciences Education Course Descriptions 22 Family and Consumer Sciences Education Career Majors 32 Health Occupations Education Course Descriptions 35 Health Occupations Education Career Majors 44 Marketing Education Course Descriptions 45 Marketing Education Career Majors 50 Technology Education Course Descriptions 52 Technology Education Career Majors 62 General Career and Technology Courses 64 Trade and Industrial Education Course Descriptions Trade and Industrial Education Career Majors Under Development Under Development Glossary 67 ii

3 SECONDARY CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS Our Mission: The Louisiana Department of Education Career and Technical Education Section strives to provide all students a challenging, relevant and meaningful seamless education that will help them become lifelong learners and productive citizens of the 21 st Century. Our Philosophy: Focused education plays a key role in student achievement. It is strategic that we support and offer programs that afford students multiple pathways for student achievement. Our Vision: The infusion of career and technical education concepts within the academic and counseling programs, as well as working collaboratively with postsecondary to provide a seamless education, will prepare students for immediate entry into the workforce, postsecondary education, and/or further training more effectively. Career and Technical Education Opportunities Career and Technical Education programs and courses are designed to prepare all youth with the education and technical skills needed for successful employment in various careers and professions. Career and Technical Education is academically rigorous and career relevant, teaching students to apply high-level mathematics, science, and languages in the workplace and communities. Career and Technical Education also prepares students for college, should they choose to attend. It enhances academics by brining real-world context and application to education. Providing relevance is an important key to improving student achievement. Students who grasp the relevance of what they are learning and who recognize how it relates to their future are motivated to work harder. The seven Career and Technical Education program areas offered in grades 7-12 in Louisiana include Agriculture, Business, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health Occupations, Marketing, Technology, and Trade and Industrial Education. Each program area offers a variety of skill-related courses that can be grouped under the newly formulated U.S. Department of Education Career Clusters. Career and Technical Education Program Areas Career Majors Career and Technical Education programs shall provide opportunities for career and technical education students to receive instruction in one or more career majors/areas of concentration. It is recommended that two of the primary courses in each major/concentration be selected from the competency level. A primary course addresses foundation competencies/skills as they pertain to the related area of concentration. A competency course emphasizes the core knowledge needed for a student to demonstrate qualifications in their major/concentration. In addition, the related elective courses enhance competencies needed in the chosen career major/area of concentration. Local school systems can use the career majors framework provided as a guide to select the courses that will be offered for each major/concentration. Not all career majors or all courses listed with the major in this framework must be offered locally. Employment opportunities and postsecondary education availability in the local area should be considered as curriculum is developed. iii

4 What is a Career Major? A Career Major is defined as a coherent sequence of courses or field of study that prepares a student for a first job and/or further education/training and: Integrates academic and occupational learning, integrates school-based and work-based learning, and establishes linkages between high schools and postsecondary institutions. Prepares the student for employment in a broad occupational cluster or industry sector. Typically includes at least 4 years of high school and 1 or 2 years of postsecondary education. Provides the students, to the extent practicable, with strong experience in and understanding of all aspects of the industry. Results in the award of a high school diploma or its equivalent, a certificate of diploma recognizing successful completion of 1 or 2 years of postsecondary education and/or a skill certificate. May lead to further education and training such as entry into a registered apprenticeship program or admission to a 2- or 4- year college or university. The sequence of courses may be delivered in a variety of ways: career academies, industry-based certification, school-based enterprises, or work-based learning that may include job shadowing, paid or unpaid internships, cooperative education and apprenticeship. Choosing a career major also affords student the opportunity to earn articulated credit and/or be enrolled concurrently at a postsecondary institution, where the student may continue his/her education after high school and pursue a 2-year or 4-year degree. Some student may continue their education by entering a registered apprenticeship program, while other student may enter the military or go immediately to work. iv

5 Agricultural Education

6 Louisiana Agriculture Education Course Descriptions Exploratory Agriscience /180 This agricultural literacy course is designed to assist students in the understanding and application of life skills, technology and the management of resources related to agriculture and life in general. This course may be taught in 7 th and/or 8 th grades, with topics being modified and expanded as needed to fit the local school needs. Emphasis is placed on assisting students in developing an awareness of the role agriculture plays in their daily lives, and the diversity of possible careers within the broad field of agriculture. Skills in science, communication, mathematics, and technology are reinforced in this course. Students will be introduced to leadership opportunities in the FFA and to experiential learning available through supervised agricultural experience (SAE) Agribusiness ½/90 This course will introduce students to the general concepts related to agribusiness. The student will explore agribusiness from the employee and entrepreneurial perspective. This course is a prerequisite to the agricultural entrepreneurship course. Emphasis is on agricultural careers, obtaining employment, agricultural marketing, supply and demand concepts, record keeping, world trade, commodity marketing, personal finance issues, agricultural law and communication. Mathematics, oral and written communication skills, computer applications, personal development, and agricultural experiences are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are team projects, school-based enterprises, home-based enterprises, internships, job shadowing, and cooperative agreements. Computer simulations, conferences, presentations, and guest speakers provide opportunities for application of instructional competencies Agricultural Education Elective I (½ Credit) ½/ Agricultural Education Elective I (1 Credit) 1/180 Agricultural Education Elective II (½ Credit) ½/90 Agricultural Education Elective II (1 Credit) 1/180 This course is used when the community feels it is essential to have a course that is not included in the standard course of study. The content is developed by the teacher with assistance from the community, and approved by the local school administration. The teacher is responsible for developing the course outline and learning structure with a community advisory committee. Once the course is developed, it must be approved by the local school administration, before implementing Agriscience I 1/180 Agriscience I provides students with basic knowledge of agriculture and the science applications in agriculture. This course includes units in animal science, soil science, plant science, agricultural mechanics, food science technology, and agricultural leadership. Mathematics, science, English, biology, and human relations skills will be reinforced in the course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are school-based enterprises, field trips, and internships. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership 1

7 activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies Agriscience II 1/180 Agriscience II provides students with basic knowledge of agriculture and science applications in agriculture. This course includes units in animal science, soil science, plant science, agricultural mechanics, and agricultural leadership. Mathematics, science, English, biology, and human relations skills will be reinforced in the course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are school-based enterprises, field trips, and internships. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience I Agriscience III 1/180 This course is an advanced study in Agriscience based upon the local agricultural workforce and economic needs of the community. The major areas of study should include personal development skills, animal systems, plant systems, environment issues, and mechanical skills. Mathematics, science, English, biology, and human relation skills will be reinforced in the course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are fieldtrips, school-based enterprises, and job shadowing. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience II Agriscience IV 1/180 This course is an advanced study in Agriscience taught in Agriscience III based upon the local agricultural workforce and economic needs of the community. The major areas of study should include personal development skills, animal systems, plant systems, environment issues, and mechanical skills. Mathematics, science, English, biology, and human relation skills will be reinforced in the course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are fieldtrips, school-based enterprises, and job shadowing. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience III Agriscience III Laboratory 1/180 This course provides opportunities for the student to utilize skills learned in a hands-on laboratory environment. The student will work under the direction and guidance of the Agriscience instructor to gain practical hands on experience in any and all areas of Agriscience. This will enhance the coursework of the student s career cluster choice, supervised agricultural experience program, or school-based enterprise. Emphasis will be placed upon safety and the development of work ethics along with attainment of proficiency in all areas. Mathematical, critical thinking, problem solving, and resource access utilization skills are reinforced in this 2

8 course. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Completed or be enrolled simultaneously in Agriscience III Agriscience IV Laboratory 1/180 This course provides opportunities for the student to utilize skills learned in a hands-on laboratory environment. The student will work under the direction and guidance of the Agriscience instructor to gain practical hands on experience in any and all areas of Agriscience. This will enhance the coursework of the student s career cluster choice, supervised agricultural experience program, or school-based enterprise. Emphasis will be placed upon safety and the development of work ethics along with attainment of proficiency in all areas. Mathematical, critical thinking, problem solving, and resource access utilization skills are reinforced in this course. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Completed or be enrolled simultaneously in Agriscience IV Agriscience-Construction ½/90 This course provides students with the basic skills needed in the construction of buildings commonly used in agricultural occupations. Emphasis is placed on skill development in blueprint reading, carpentry, plumbing, concrete work, and electrical wiring. Mathematical and communication skills are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are team projects, school-based enterprises, homebased enterprises, internship, job shadowing, and cooperative education. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience II Agriscience Elective 1/180 This course is designed to provide the students with an overview of the agriculture industry in Louisiana. The students will explore the following areas: animal science, plant science, agricultural manufacturing and production, and natural resources management. The emphasis for this course will be on developing the student s understanding of the agriculture areas of study, with the local option of study emphasized on the areas needed. Math, science, communication skills, and critical thinking skills are reinforced in this course. Workbased learning strategies appropriate for this course include service learning, internships, apprenticeships, and cooperative education. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies Agriscience-Entrepreneurship ½/90 This course will provide students a basis for making decisions, setting goals, assessing and solving problems, valuing financial progress and success, evaluating the management of the resources, and gaining skills useful in everyday life in the diverse fields of agriculture and agribusiness. Emphasis is on developing personal life skills, business enterprise planning, information management, financial performance, and record keeping. Mathematical, economics, communication, critical thinking, oral, and written communication skills are 3

9 reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are school-based enterprises, internships, cooperative education, apprenticeships, and home-based enterprises. Teamwork, projects, conferences, and business simulation provide opportunities for application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agribusiness Agriscience Internship I 2/ Agriscience Internship II 2/360 This course provides opportunities for the student to utilize learned skills in a work-based learning application. Students will enter into an internship agreement to obtain on-the-job training experience in one of the Agriscience career clusters. Emphasis will be placed upon work ethic and skill development within the career cluster area. Communication and critical thinking skills will also be reinforced in this course. This course is a work-based learning course. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience III (or enrolled simultaneously in Agriscience III or IV) Agriscience-Leadership Development ½/90 This course will prepare individuals for agricultural careers, build awareness and develop leadership for the food, fiber, and natural resources systems. The emphasis is on human relations, decision-making, promoting healthy lifestyles, maintaining a positive attitude, cooperative small and large group activities, and proper utilization of human resources. English, speaking skills, higher order thinking, and basic communication skills will be reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are service learning and field trips. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies Agriscience-Welding Systems I ½/90 This course provides the students the skills necessary for a career with a basic entry-level position in welding. The course will introduce the students to the areas of shielded arc welding, oxy-fuel cutting, welding safety, blueprint reading, welding terminology, and agricultural manufacturing. The emphasis for this course will be developing the student s skills and understanding of the welding field. Topics of study include: welding safety, tool identification and care, oxy-fuel cutting, shielded arc welding, welding joints, welding positions, and special applications of welding. Core curriculum areas reinforced in this course are: mathematics, science, and critical thinking skills. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are school-based enterprises, internships, cooperative education, and apprenticeships. Simulations, projects, teamwork and FFA activities, and competitions will provide opportunities for application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience I, and/or Junior or Senior Agriscience-Welding Systems II ½/90 This course is a culminating course designed to use and reinforce the skills acquired in the Welding Systems I. The emphasis for this course will be developing the student s skills and understanding of the welding field for 4

10 employment in the area. Topics of study include: welding safety, blueprint reading, tool identification and care, oxy-fuel cutting, shielded arc welding, welding joints, welding positions, and special applications of welding. Mathematics, science, and critical thinking skills are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are school-based enterprises, internships, cooperative education, and apprenticeships. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical applications of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience I, Welding I, and/or Junior or Senior Animal Systems ½/90 This course introduces students to the general concepts and principles related to animal production and associated processes, industries, and occupations. It is designed as a culminating course of the animal industry following introductory animal science in Agriscience I. Emphasis is placed on career opportunities, selection of livestock, breeding practices, animal nutrition, and health and management. Critical thinking and reasoning, and oral and written communication skills are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are field trips, job shadowing, school-based enterprises, and cooperative education. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience I Aquaculture ½/90 This course is designed to teach students the fundamental concepts and practices related to the intensive production of fish, plants, and other aquatic species through aquaculture. The course focuses on ecosystems, aquaponics, and environmental relationships between water quality and populations. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are field trips, job shadowing, school-based enterprises, and cooperative education. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience I Biotechnology 1/180 Emphasis is placed on genetics, molecular biology, and introductory microbiology as it relates to plants, animals, plant science, and animal science. Topics of study include ethics of biotechnology, cell biology, and basic genetics, mitosis meiosis, DNA structure, and molecular processes related to DNA, the role of microorganisms in biotechnology, plant and animal reproduction, media preparation for bacteria, plant tissue cultures, and growing plants. Biological sciences, mathematics, and communication skills are reinforced in this course as students complete course work and labs using critical thinking skills. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are field trips and job shadowing. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Biology and Agriscience I 5

11 Care and Management of Small Animals I ½/90 This is the first of two courses designed to provide students with an introduction to the care and management of small animals. The course will be aligned with a student s career path in either the Vet Technician field or Pre- Veterinary major. Topics for study include an orientation to the agriscience industry in Louisiana and the FFA student organization and introduction to small animal care, with emphasis being on the history and classification of domesticated animals, physiology, and careers in the veterinary industry. Scientific, mathematical, economic, technical, and moral/ethical principles are reinforced in this course, as are communication and critical thinking. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include internships, field trips and activities in the school lab facility. Supervised agricultural experience programs and FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Biology I Care and Management of Small Animals II ½/90 This is the second of two courses designed to provide students with an introduction to the care and management of small animals. The course will be aligned with a student s career path in either the Vet Technician field or Pre-Veterinary major. Topics for study include introduction to care and management of specific small animals, with emphasis on anatomy, nutrition requirements, breed classifications, handling/training, grooming, and reproduction. Scientific, mathematical, economic, technical, and moral/ethical principles are reinforced in this course, as are communication and critical thinking. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include internships, field trips and activities in the school lab facility. Supervised agricultural experience programs and FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Care and Management of Small Animals I Cooperative Agriscience Education I 3/540 This course provides opportunities for students to utilize learned skills in a work-based learning application. Students will enter into a cooperative agreement to obtain on-the-job training experience in one of the Agriscience career clusters. Emphasis will be placed upon work ethic and skill development within the career cluster area. Communication and critical thinking skills will also be reinforced in this course. This course is a work-based learning course. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience III (or enrolled simultaneously) Cooperative Agriscience Education II 3/540 This course provides opportunities for students to utilize learned skills, in a work-based learning application. Students will enter into a cooperative agreement to obtain on-the-job training experience in one of the Agriscience career clusters. Emphasis will be placed upon work ethic and skill development within the career cluster area. Communication and critical thinking skills will also be reinforced in this course. This course is a work-based learning course. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Enrolled simultaneously in Agriscience IV 6

12 Crop Systems ½/90 This course provides students with an overview of the scientific principles and processes associated with management decisions and careers related to crops. It is designed to present a systems approach to managing environmental requirements such as fertility and pests as well as equipment, marketing, and finances. Emphasis is placed on the importance of continuing to feed a growing world population while conserving natural resources and maintaining the environment. Mathematics, science, computer, and communication skills are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are Agriscience projects, field trips, school land laboratories, research projects, school-based enterprises, and job shadowing. Supervised agricultural experience programs and FFA career development events are integral components of the course and provide opportunities for application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience I Environmental Applications ½/90 This course develops a basic understanding of the interrelationships between people, agriculture, and environmental issues. Emphasis is placed on management and maintenance of natural resources, biotic, abiotic, and social aspects of environmental stewardship, and current issues in environmental policies. Science, social studies, communication, and mathematical skills are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are field trips and community projects. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience I and Biology or enrolled simultaneously in Biology Equine Science ½/90 This course is designed to help students learn specific concepts and principles about the science of horses and how these concepts and principles relate to horse management. This course will help the students to learn about careers related to horse management and help them determine their interest in such careers. Emphasis is on horse management, care, performance training, and career opportunities in equine science. Topics of study include the selection of foundation stock, anatomy, nutrition, exercise physiology, diseases, reproduction, and genetics of horses. Observation skills, critical analysis, mathematics, science, physiology, and nutrition are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are skills managing a personal horse, on-the-job training at stables, veterinarian internships, rodeo participation, and other horse related activities. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience I Food and Fiber ½/90 This course provides the student an overview of the importance of agriculture to society. Topics addressed include the economic impact of agriculture, society issues, and factors that affect agriculture and careers in agriculture. Emphasis is on the impact of agriculture, agriculture products, agriculture production, agricultural processing, and agricultural marketing and distribution. Skills in biology, chemistry, and algebra are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are internships and supervised 7

13 agricultural experience. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience I Forestry ½/90 This course focuses on utilization of the forests for multiple purposes through study of maintaining and managing the forests, measuring, protecting, harvesting, and the processing of products. Effective employability skills will be stressed throughout the course and will include work ethics, dependability working with other employees, and satisfying job requirements. Emphasis is on introduction to forestry, forest ecology and wildlife habitat, tree study, land measurement and product measurement, silvicultural practices, reforestation, harvesting forest products, fire in the forest, insect and other destructive agents, job seeking skills, forestry products, and paper and pulp products. Skills in biology, chemistry, and algebra are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are internships and supervised agricultural experience. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience Horticulture I ½/90 This is the first of two courses designed to provide students with an overview of the horticulture industry. Topics for study include an orientation to the horticulture industry in Louisiana, types of growing media, basic plant science, plant propagation, vegetable production, and fruit production. Scientific, mathematical, economic, and technical principles are reinforced in this course, as are communication and critical thinking skills. Workbased learning strategies appropriate for this course are field trips and activities in the school greenhouse or lab facility. Supervised agricultural experience programs and FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience I or Biology Horticulture II ½/90 This course is the second course designed to provide students with an overview of the horticulture industry. Emphasis is placed on information and skills needed to pass the following Louisiana state licensing tests: Horticulture Services, Landscape Contracting, Certified Nursery Professional, and Retail Florist. Students will be prepared to enter fields of the green industry that require permits: Wholesale Nursery, Nursery Stock Dealer, and Cut Flower Dealer. Topics of study include establishing, managing, and maintaining ornamental and recreational turf, basic greenhouse management, principles of landscape maintenance, pest control, floriculture, and florist design 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 and FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Horticulture I 8

14 Precision Agriculture 1/180 This course is designed to employ appropriate techniques to demonstrate application of GIS/GPS system principles, to use computer applications to produce maps that reflect surveying and mapping principles, and allow the student to select an area of personal expertise to demonstrate knowledge of end applications. Emphasis is placed on concepts, principles, equipment, techniques, and application. Skills in communication, problem solving, mathematics, and computer usage are reinforced in this course. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Agriscience II Small Engines (Applications) ½/90 This course prepares students for a career in operating, maintaining, and repairing small gasoline engines. The course introduces students to both four-cycle and two-cycle engines commonly used in outdoor power equipment. Emphasis is placed on the development of an understanding of principles and theories of small gasoline engine operations. Special emphasis is placed on troubleshooting and repair including rebuilding of small gasoline engines. Mathematical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and resource access utilization-skills are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include service learning, internships, apprenticeships, and cooperative education apprenticeships. Supervised agricultural experience programs and the FFA leadership activities are integral components of the course and provide many opportunities for practical application of instructional competencies ABC Carpentry in Agriscience (1 Credit) ABC Carpentry in Agriscience (2 Credits) ABC Carpentry in Agriscience (3 Credits) ABC Electricity in Agriscience (1 Credit) ABC Electricity in Agriscience (2 Credits) ABC Electricity in Agriscience (3 Credits) ABC Pipefitting in Agriscience (1 Credit) ABC Pipefitting in Agriscience (2 Credits) ABC Pipefitting in Agriscience (3 Credits) ABC Welding in Agriscience (1 Credit) ABC Welding in Agriscience (2 Credits) ABC Welding in Agriscience (3 Credits) Course dropped: Agriscience Cooperative Education Lab IV 9

15 AGRICULTURE EDUCATION CAREER MAJOR ALIGNMENT Curriculum teams should use a systematic process for organizing Louisiana's Agricultural courses into the five career majors identified for Agriculture Education. Career Major Competency Courses Primary Courses Related Courses Agricultural Management Agriscience I Agribusiness Agricultural Education Elective I (½ Credit) (1 Credit) Agriscience II Agriscience Internship I Agricultural Education Elective II (½ Credit) (1 Credit) Agriscience III Agriscience Internship II Agriscience Elective Agriscience IV Cooperative Agriscience Education I Animal Systems Agriscience III Lab Cooperative Agriscience Education II Aquaculture Agriscience IV Lab Crop Systems Forestry Agriscience-Entrepreneurship Food & Fiber Horticulture I Agriscience- Leadership Development Horticulture II Environmental Application Precision Agriculture Career Major Competency Courses Primary Courses Related Courses Agricultural Science Agriscience I Agriscience Internship I Agricultural Education Elective I (½ Credit) (1 Credit) Agriscience II Agriscience Internship II Agricultural Education Elective II (½ Credit) (1 Credit) Agriscience III Agriscience-Construction Agribusiness Agriscience- Agriscience IV Leadership Development Agriscience Elective Agriscience III Lab Agriscience-Welding Systems I Animal Systems Agriscience IV Lab Agriscience-Welding Systems II Aquaculture Crop Systems Biotechnology Care & Management of Small Animals I Environmental Application Cooperative Agriscience Education I Care & Management of Small Animals II Food & Fiber Cooperative Agriscience Education II Horticulture I Equine Science Horticulture II Small Engines (Applications) Career Major Competency Courses Primary Courses Related Courses Conservation and Natural Resources Agriscience I Animal Systems Agricultural Education Elective I (½ Credit) (1 Credit) Agriscience II Cooperative Agriscience Education I Agricultural Education Elective II (½ Credit) (1 Credit) Agriscience III Cooperative Agriscience Education II Agribusiness Agriscience IV Agriscience-Construction Agriscience Elective Agriscience III Lab Agriscience Internship I Agriscience- Leadership Development Agriscience IV Lab Agriscience Internship II Agriscience Welding Systems I Aquaculture Crop Systems Agriscience-Welding Systems II 10

16 Career Major Competency Courses Primary Courses Related Courses Environmental Application Food & Fiber Biotechnology Horticulture I Forestry Equine Science Horticulture II Small Engines (Applications) Precision Agriculture Career Major Competency Courses Primary Courses Related Courses Horticulture Horticulture I Agriscience I Agriscience III Horticulture II Agriscience II Agriscience IV Environmental Application Agriscience Internship I Agriscience III Lab Agriscience Internship II Agriscience- Welding Systems I Agriscience- Welding Systems II Biotechnology Cooperative Agriscience Education I Cooperative Agriscience Education II Small Engines (Applications) Agriscience IV Lab Agriscience- Leadership Development Agribusiness Agricultural Education Elective I (½ Credit) (1 Credit) Agricultural Education Elective II (½ Credit) (1 Credit) Agriscience-Construction Agriscience Elective Agriscience-Entrepreneurship Food & Fiber Forestry Career Major Competency Courses Primary Courses Related Courses Agriculture Production Animal Systems Agribusiness Agriscience III Aquaculture Agriscience I Agriscience IV Crop Systems Agriscience II Agriscience III Lab Environmental Application Agriscience-Welding Systems I Agriscience IV Lab Food & Fiber Agriscience-Welding Systems II Cooperative Agriscience Education I Cooperative Agriscience Education II Equine Science Agriscience Internship I Agriscience Internship II Agricultural Education Elective I (½ Credit) (1 Credit) Agricultural Education Elective II (½ Credit) (1 Credit) Agriscience Elective Agriscience-Entrepreneurship Agriscience- Leadership Development Horticulture I Horticulture II Small Engines (Applications) 11

17 Business Education

18 Louisiana Business Education Course Descriptions Exploratory Keyboarding 6 th, 7 th, and 8 th /180 (Formerly Entitled Typing 6 th, 7 th, and 8 th ) This course is designed as an introductory course and shall provide students with the opportunity to master the touch method of operating a keyboard. This course may be taught in 6 th, 7 th and/or 8 th grades with topics being modified and expanded as needed to fit the local school needs. Therefore, as much as possible, the students gain skill in applying the correct techniques in preparing simple personal and business documents. Emphasis is placed on skill development in mastering basic keyboarding techniques with speed and control for formatting simple documents Accounting I 1/180 This course is designed to introduce students to basic accounting theory and procedures along with current applications of computer technology in accounting. Emphasis is placed on the mastery of basic accounting concepts and procedures. Mathematical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, technology and team building skills are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are field trips, job shadowing, internships and school-based enterprises. Simulations, projects, teamwork and FBLA leadership activities, meetings, conferences and competitions provide opportunities for application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Basic math skills Accounting II 1/180 This course is designed to reinforce skills learned in basic accounting theory. Advanced instruction is given in journalizing, posting, preparation of payroll, taxes and business forecasting. Emphasis is placed on the incorporation of an advanced, automated accounting software system and a computer-based simulation. Mathematical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, technology, and team building skills are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are service learning, field trips, job shadowing, internships, and school-based enterprises. Simulations, projects, teamwork, FBLA leadership activities and competitions provide opportunities for application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Accounting I and keyboarding skills Administrative Support Occupations 1/180 This course is designed to prepare students as support staff in a business sector. Emphasis is placed on the integration of business and communication concepts and skills necessary to prepare students to become members of the workforce. Oral and written communications, time management, decision-making, interpersonal, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and technology skills are reinforced in this course through business application projects. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are simulations, service learning, field trips, job shadowing, apprenticeships and internships. Also FBLA leadership activities, meetings, conferences, and competitions provide opportunities for application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Keyboarding /Keyboarding Applications or Introduction to Business Computer Applications 13

19 Business Communication 1/180 This course is designed to use the skills learned in English/Communications to compose memoranda, letters, reports, , and other written and oral communications. Emphasis is placed on proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation, as well as the legality, ethics and the psychological approaches to preparing the oral and written communication. Through business application projects critical-thinking, problem-solving, technology, decision-making, and interpersonal skills are reinforced in this course as students format, compose and present their communications. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are job-shadowing, field trips, service learning. Simulations, projects, teamwork, and FBLA leadership activities, meetings, conferences, and competitions provide opportunities for application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Keyboarding/Keyboarding Applications or Introduction to Business Computer Applications Business Computer Applications 1/180 This course is designed to acquaint students with the advanced principles associated with information processing. Students study advanced computer concepts, software applications, and computer systems. Emphasis is placed on skill development in using technology to perform advanced information processing. Topics of study include computer concepts, word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software applications, which will increase in difficulty in the second semester. Computer technology will be presented that may lead to the student s ability to obtain advanced certification in a popular office software package that includes word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation programs. The student will participate in job training for entry-level employment in computer information processing for advanced study at the post-secondary level. Communication skills, keyboarding, decision-making, technology and critical thinking skills are reinforced in this course through business application projects. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are service learning, field trips, job shadowing, and internships. Simulations, projects, teamwork, DECA and FBLA leadership activities, meetings, conferences, and competition provide opportunities for application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Keyboarding/Keyboarding Applications or Introduction to Business Computer Applications Business Education Elective I (½ Credit) ½/ Business Education Elective I (1 Credit) 1/ Business Education Elective II (½ Credit) ½/ Business Education Elective II (1 Credit) 1/180 This course is used when the community feels it is essential to have a course that is not included in the standard course of study. The content is developed by the teacher with assistance from the community, and approved by the local school administration. The teacher is responsible for developing the course outline and learning structure. A community advisory committee should advise the teacher as the course is developed, approved by the local school administration, and implemented. 14

20 Business English 1/180 This course is designed to provide students with communication skills needed in a business environment. Business letter writing including routine letters as well as specialized letters, memo, and reports is an important component of the course. The practical principles of grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary needed in business transactions are included. Oral, listening, and nonverbal communication skills as they relate to business are stressed. Emphasis is also given to communications as related to technological advancements such as information management and telecommunications. Prerequisite: Keyboarding/Keyboarding Applications, English I, II and III or Introduction to Business Computer Applications Business Internship I 2/ Business Internship II 2/360 This course is designed to provide business education students an opportunity to apply learned skills in the workplace. Paid or non-paid internships are provided in the student s related field of study. The student has the opportunity to explore a single potential business career or a combination of business careers they may be considering. Emphasis will be placed on developing interpersonal skills, work ethics, relevant skills of the workplace and an understanding of the selected career field of study. Oral and written communication skills are reinforced in this course as the students complete their workplace experience. Opportunities for application of clinical and leadership skills are provided by participation in the appropriate business student organization through activities, conferences and skills competitions. Prerequisite: Completed at least two courses in the Business program of study area Business Law ½/90 This course is designed to teach students to apply business law principles to personal and business settings. Emphasis is placed on skills in critical thinking that are reinforced in this course along with oral and written communication skills. Oral and written communication skills are reinforced in this course as students research, compose, format and proofread legal office documents. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are service learning, field trips, job shadowing, and internships. Simulations, projects, teamwork, DECA and FBLA leadership activities, meetings, conferences, and competition provide opportunities for application of instructional competencies. Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills Computer Multimedia Presentations ½/90 This course will expose the student to current emerging technology in production of presentations. Using the current software and equipment in both regular and digital technology, the student will create and present a multimedia presentation using the standard concepts of production. The student will be exposed to the decision making process in producing the project. What is to be accomplished? Which software and equipment is needed? (Software: FrontPage, Publisher, Adobe, Hypermedia, Power Point, etc. Equipment: Computer, scanner, video camera, camera, projector, screen, etc.) Prerequisites: Keyboarding/Keyboarding Applications or Introduction to Business Computer Applications and BCA or Word Processing 15