CHS Course Description

CHS Course Description - Electives

COURSE TITLE: ACCOUNTING I

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $30.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommended for the student with a minimum of a “C” average in a previous math course. This course is designed for anyone entering the workforce and/or two year college or students entering a four-year college majoring in business.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course emphasizes the basic principles and procedures involved in recording, summarizing and reporting financial records.

COURSE TITLE: ADMINISTRATIVE PRINCIPLES

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Completion of Computer Applications, Business Technology Essentials or Integrated Computer Technology with a minimum of a “C” average.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $30.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: For students interested in clerical careers.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: This is the “finishing” course that provides students with procedures and skills needed to operate the modern office. It incorporates office technology with realistic simulations and includes computer software, calculators, dictaphone, payroll, filing, job skills and office simulations.

COURSE TITLE: AGRI CONSTRUCTION

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $20.00 (Includes $7.00 FFA dues)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: If you have taken any agriconstruction courses, you are not eligible to take this course.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Agriconstruction is a one-credit introductory course designed to facilitate student understanding of construction as it relates to agriculture. Students become familiar with types of agricultural structures and their uses. In addition, students are provided opportunities to develop skills in the areas of planning, safety, and construction. The students will begin with safety and work their way through tool identification, wood identification, and measuring. These topics will be taught using lecture, writing exercises, peer teaching, and practical exercises. After these are covered and tested, the students will begin working in the shop and building small projects using information covered in the classroom This part of the course will be taught using hands-on and one-on-one (teacher/student) instruction.

COURSE TITLE: AGRI- CONSTRUCTION FINISHING

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Agriconstruction or Agritechnology Construction I

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $20.00 (Includes $7.00 FFA Dues)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: If you have taken Agritechnology Construction I Part I and Part II, you are not eligible for this course.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Agriconstruction Finishing is a one-credit course designed to facilitate student understanding of finishing construction as it relates to agriculture. Students become familiar with types of agricultural finishing and their applications. In addition, students are provided opportunities to develop skills in the areas of planning, safety, and finishing for various agricultural structures. The students will begin with a review of the first course to ensure their knowledge of safety and the identification of woods and tools.

COURSE TITLE: AGRI-CONSTRUCTION-LANDSCAPE DESIGN AND MANAGEMENT

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Algebra I and Physical Science with a “C” or better in each course.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $20.00 (Includes $7.00 FFA dues)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is a one-credit course that allows students to become more knowledgeable about and appreciative of landscape design and management. Students receive instruction that allows them to participate in hands-on activities in the areas of careers; safety; landscape drawing and design; landscape plant identification, classification and selection; landscape growth and the environment; landscape establishment and management; landscape tools and equipment; landscape drainage and irrigation; insects, diseases, and weeds; residential turfgrass management; business management; and environmental issues.

COURSE TITLE: AGRI-CONSTRUCTION -SPORTS AND RECREATION TURF

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Algebra I and Biology with a “C” or higher average.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $20.00 (Includes $7.00 FFA dues)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Students enrolled in this one-credit course participate in hands-on activities in the areas of careers; safety; turfgrass identification, classification, and selection; turfgrass growth and the enrvironment, turfgrass establishment, management, renovation, and fertilization; types of sports fields managment; golf course management, pest management; drainage and irrigation; use and maintenance of tools and equipment; and business skills. Students will participate in hands-on work on golf courses and sports fields.

COURSE TITLE: ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Completion of Biology and Physical Science; concurrently enrolling in or having completed Chemistry.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $15.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Research project and paper on laboratory experiences.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: Successful completion of Biology and Chemistry recommended.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This advanced biology course covers the structure and functions of the systems of the human body with a thorough review of cells, tissues, and organs. It provides explanations of the complexity of structures as well as the diversity of physical and chemical activity related to the functions of human systems. Extensive laboratory activities reinforce classroom work.

COURSE TITLE: BUSINESS TECH. ESSENTIALS

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 WEEKS) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): NONE

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: NONE

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: A credit in computer applications is required for graduation, and when successfully completed, this course meets that requirement.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed for the student who may pursue a career in business.

COURSE TITLE: INTEGRATED COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 WEEKS) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Computer Applications/Business Technology Essentials

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $30.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Integrated Computer Technology utilizes computers as business tools through the use of word processing, presentation, database and spreadsheet software. It includes analyzing and evaluating situations to complete tasks efficiently and effectively. Students spend time on each program and integrate the database and/or spreadsheet program with word processing documents.

COURSE TITLE: COMPUTER APPLICATIONS

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: A credit in computer applications is required for graduation, and when successfully completed, this course meets that requirement.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is an introductory applications course that includes keyboarding, computer basics, word processing, database, spreadsheet,and telecommunications. It also includes a study of the history of computers and the use of computers in society.

COURSE TITLE: COSMETOLOGY - INTRODUCTION

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $70.00 (Includes case, supplies & organization fee.)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Introduction to cosmetology provides students with a study of personal and professional image, ethical conduct, sanitation, hairstyling, and nail care. Students also gain initial practical experience in sanitation, shampooing, hair shaping, hairstyling, and nail care. Introduction to cosmetology is the prerequisite to Chemical Methodology, Colorimetry, and Salon Practices and Management.

COURSE TITLE: COSMETOLOGY - NAIL CARE AND APPLICATION

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $62.00 (This includes the cost of nail kit and organization fee.)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Nail care and artificial nail applications focuses on all aspects of nail care. Upon successful completion of this course, students are able to demonstrate professional conduct, recognize nail disorders and diseases, and identify and perform procedures for sanitation and nail care services and artificial nails. This class also deals with topics like salon conduct, professional ethics, nail structure, manicuring, pedicuring, and anatomy and physiology of the arm and hand.

COURSE TITLE: COSMETOLOGY- COLORIMETRY (HAIR COLORIING AND LIGHTENING)

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Introduction to Cosmetology

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $42.00 (This includes the cost of kit and organization fee.)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Colorimetry is the study and experience in hair coloring and lightening. Upon successful completion of this course, students are able to identify all phases of hair coloring and effects upon the hair as well as perform procedures for hair coloring and lightening. Problem-solving and thinking skills are essential, and many opportunities are provided for growth in students’ level of competence.

COURSE TITLE: COSMETOLOGY-METHODOLOGY

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Introduction to Cosmetology

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $42.00 (This includes the cost of chemical kit and organization fees)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: Students who have completed Cosmetology 2.1 or above may not take this course.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Chemical Methodology focuses on theory of hair and scalp disorders, permanent waving, chemical relaxers, and hair composition. Students also gain initial practical experience in sanitation, shampooing, hair shaping, and hairstyling. Upon successful completion of this course, students are able to practice safety and sanitary precautions as they perform these chemical services.

COURSE TITLE: CREATIVE WRITING

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Completion of the previous year’s English class with a “C” average or better.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Students may be required to purchase a copy of Writers Inc., poster board, art supplies and similar materials.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop confidence in their writing expression. As a result, they should gain competence in communicating their ideas and feelings in an organized written manner.

COURSE TITLE: DRAFTING - INTRODUCTION TO DRAFTING DESIGN

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $45.00 ($33.00 + $12.00 Skills USA dues)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Notebook.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course is for the student interested in a career in engineering, architecture, or drafting.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Introduction to Drafting Design is a one-credit course that serves as an introduction to the drafting design technology field. It provides essential information that builds a strong foundation for the entire program. Emphasis is placed on student safety, tools and procedures, geometric construction, sketching, dimensioning practices, visualization, and orthographic projection concepts. Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) functions and techniques using CAD software applications are introduced. Upon successful completion of this course, students are able to utilize the tools and interpret basic drafting standards to complete a multiview drawing. This entry-level course may be taken as one of the optional technical courses with credit applied to the industrial Maintenance Technology program.

COURSE TITLE: DRAFTING - INTERMEDIATE MECHANICAL DESIGN

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Intro. to Drafting Design (or Drafting I Part I.)

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $25.00 ($13.00 + $12.00 Skills USA dues)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Notebook and equipment from Drafting I, Part I

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course is for the student interested in engineering, architecture, and drafting related careers.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Intermediate Mechanical Design is a one-credit course designed to further the development of students’ knowledge regarding the use of drafting design practices and procedures. Students expand their ability to illustrate more complex objects using the Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) system. Topics include sectioning, auxiliary views, threads and fasteners, pictorials, and the continuation of conventional dimensioning practices. Upon successful completion of the course, students are able to develop section views, primary auxiliary views, thread representations and pictorial views; and apply dimensions properly on a drawing.

COURSE TITLE: DRAFTING -ADVANCED MECHANICAL DESIGN

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Intermediate Mechanical Design (or Drafting 1 part 2).

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $25.00 ($13.00 + $12.00 Skills USA dues)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: A scientific calculator, notebook and equipment from the previous Drafting course.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Advanced Mechanical Design is a one-credit course for students who are interested in engineering and related mechanical drafting areas that provide more in-depth study of mechanical design. Emphasis is placed on detailed parts drawings, bill of materials, and assembly drawings. Students are introduced to basic Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) applications. Through intersections and development, students acquire basic sheet-metal forming knowledge. Using this knowledge, students lay out and form models of geometric figures. Career readiness projects allow students opportunities to research industry standards and practices.

COURSE TITLE: DRAFTING -INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Intermediate Mechanical Design

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $25.00 ($13.00 + $12.00 Skills USA dues)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: A scientific calculator, notebook and equipment from the previous drafting course.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Introduction to Architectural Design is a one-credit course that introduces students to the basic terminology, concepts, and principles of the architectural design field. Emphasis is placed on floor plan layout, electrical layout, foundations, typical elevations, and section drawings. Upon successful completion of this course, students are able to draw a basic residential architectural construction drawings.

COURSE TITLE: DRAFTING - ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN II

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Introduction to Architectural Design

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $25.00 ($13.00 + $12.00 Skills USA dues).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course is for the student who desires to pursue a career in engineering, architecture or drafting fields.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Architectural Design II provides students with instruction regarding more advanced and detailed architectural plans. Topics include multilevel floor plan layout, building specifications, detailing, plumbing, and electrical plans with basic site plan layout. Students are encouraged to research and develop a career readiness project with instructor’s approval. Upon successful completion of this course, students are able to organize, lay out, and draw more advanced level residential architectural plans.

COURSE TITLE: DRIVER EDUCATION

LENGTH: ONE SEMESTER (9 weeks) CREDIT: 0.5

PREREQUISITE(S): Students must be 15 years of age.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $30.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Learner’s License required for 3rd party testing eligibility.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course includes classroom activities, simulated driving and at least four hours of behind-the-wheel instruction. Boating safety is also taught.

COURSE TITLE: ELECTRONICS- BASIC WIRING

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 WEEKS)

PREREQUISITE (S): Completion of Algebra 1, First Half, or higher math course.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: A scientific calculator and notebook will be needed.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $20.00

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course addresses a broad range of topics that provide students with a basic understanding of electrical theory and wiring. The course is also intended for students interested in electronics who want to obtain a basic knowledge of general electronics maintenance, audio installation, avionics, and computer maintenance, repair, and operation.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course emplasizes safety while addressing topics such as shop rules, job opportunities, safety, tools, meters, measuring devices, DC/AC theory, wiring fundamentals and National Electric Code.

COURSE TITLE: ELECTRONICS DC

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Completion of Algebra 1, First Half, or higher math course.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $20.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: A scientific calculator and notebook will be needed.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with Electronics AC, is designed to be taken for both terms within the same academic year; however, the option is available to take only the fall term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment. The course is intended for students interested in electronics who want to obtain a basic knowledge of general electronics maintenance, audio installation, avionics, and computer maintenance, repair, and operation.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course involves the student in learning experiences, which include theory in Direct Current and provides students with information regarding basic atomic theory, electronic components, quantities, and measurements. Instruction and laboratory exercises address characteristics of series, parallel, combination circuits, resistor color codes, Ohm’s law, power, audio installation procedures, and basic avionics installation procedures.

COURSE TITLE: ELECTRONICS AC

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Completion of Electronics DC

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $20.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: A scientific calculator and notebook will be needed.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with Electronics DC is designed to be taken for both terms within the same academic year; however, the option is available to take only the fall term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment. This course is designed for students interested in electronics who want to obtain a basic knowledge of general electronics maintenance, audio installation, avionics, and computer maintenance, repair and operation.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course involves the student in learning experiences, which include theory in Alternating Current, related wiring/installation procedures, circuit measurements, circuit analysis, reactive circuits, magnetism, power, test equipment and related math skills.

COURSE TITLE: ELECTRONICS -COMPUTER MAINTENANCE

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 WEEKS)

PREREQUISITE: Completion of or in concurrent with Electronics DC and Electronics AC

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: A scientific calculator and notebook will be needed.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $20.00

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course is designed as an extension of Electronics I-Part I and II (Electronics DC and AC). This course is designed for those students interested in pursuing a career in computer related field placing the emphasis on computer hardware.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides students with knowledge and skills regarding the maintenance, upgrading, and configuration of PC hardware, components, and peripherals. Students receive both classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory experiences. A strong emphasis is placed on proper safety practices and industry ethics.

COURSE TITLE: ELECTRONICS DIGITAL

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Completion of Electronics Semiconductors to include teacher’s recommendation.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $20.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: A scientific calculator and notebook will be needed.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with Electronics Semiconductors, is designed to be taken for both terms within the same academic year; however,the option is available to take only the fall term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment. The course is designed for those students interested in electronics that wantto obtain a basic knowledge of general electronics maintenance, audio installation, avionics, and computer maintenance, repair, and operation.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides the necessary instruction in digital fundamentals and number systems, logic gates, logic devices, circuit construction, microprocessor fundamentals, electronic equipment maintenance and repair, and related math skills..

COURSE TITLE: ELECTRONICS SEMICONDUCTORS

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Completion of Electronics AC to include teacher recommendation.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $20.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: A scientific calculator and notebook from the previous electronics course.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with Electronics Digital, is designed to be taken for both terms within the same academic year; however, the option is available to take only the fall term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment. The course is intended for students interested in electronics who want to obtain a basic knowledge of general electronics maintenance, audio installation, avionics, and computer maintenance, repair, and operation.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides the necessary instruction regarding semiconductor device construction, characteristics of diodes, transistors, circuit configuration, class of operation of amplifiers, and related math skills.

COURSE TITLE: FAMILY AND HOME

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $25.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides opportunities for students to explore family food, clothing, housing, financial and consumer needs.

COURSE TITLE: GOURMET FOODS

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $25.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course allows students to explore food, nutrition and wellness; food production, management, and services; fitness; culinary arts; meal service; special occasions; technology; and careers.

COURSE TITLE: HEALTH EDUCATION

LENGTH: ONE SEMESTER (9 weeks) CREDIT: .5

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: A health credit is required for graduation, and when successfully completed, this course will meet that requirement.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides students with information necessary to make wise decisions about personal and community health. It includes a lifestyles unit that deals with values assessment, self-esteem, decision making, abstinence, marriage, venereal disease, AIDS, birth control, and other problems facing today’s teenagers. CPR, nutrition, and eating disorders are also covered.

COURSE TITLE: KALEIDOSCOPE OF HEALTH CAREERS/COMMUNITY HEALTH:

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $20.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to introduce students to the many job opportunities available in the healthcare field along with a focus on community healthcare needs. These courses are each 1/2 credit to combine for 1 full credit at the end of the semester. Students enrolling in these courses must sign up for both classes.

COURSE TITLE: ACADEMIC FOUNDATIONS:

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $15.00 + $16.00 HOSA dues. ($31.00 total)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is a one-credit course designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills to become competent healthcare workers. This is a prerequisite course for the clinical internship program. Job shadowing opportunities will be available to students who are enrolled in this course.

COURSE TITLE: THERAPEUTIC INNOVATIONS/DYNAMICS OF DIAGNOSTICS

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): This course is available for 10th-12th graders who have previously completed Academic Foundations or its equivalent, Health Care Science I - Parts I and II.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $20.00 + $16.00 HOSA dues ($36.00)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to introduce students to these two areas of healthcare. This prerequisite introductory course enables students to make choices regarding appropriate career pathways.

COURSE TITLE: HEALTH SCIENCE CONTINUUM (INTERNSHIP)

LENGTH: ONE TERM (36 weeks) CREDIT: 2.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Students must have completed Academic Foundations successfully

and Therapeutic Innocations/Dynamics of Diagnosis. Students who successfully

completed Health Care Science I - Part I and I Part II will be eligible to enroll in this

course.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $35.00 + $20.00 Insurance ($55.00)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Each student must have his/her own transportation. Approval of a healthcare supervisor at the intern site. This approval must be arranged through the Healthcare Instructor prior to enrolling.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is an accelerated program that looks into the daily lives of healthcare workers. Students who successfully complete this course ill be given 2 credits. This internship allows you to go into the clinical setting and perform skills under the supervision of a healthcare professional.

JROTC I - FOR STUDENTS SEEKING FIRST TIME ENROLLMENT IN JROTC.

JROTC II - FOR STUDENTS ENROLLING IN THEIR SECOND YEAR OF JROTC.

JROTC III - FOR STUDENTS ENROLLING IN THEIR THIRD YEAR OF JROTC.

JROTC IV - FOR STUDENTS ENROLLING IN THEIR FOURTH YEAR OF JROTC.

COURSE TITLE: JROTC I – FALL

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE: None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 14 years of age, a U.S. or naturalized citizen, and have on file a certificate or statement of health by a physician or parent.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with JROTC I -Spring, is designed to be taken both terms within the same academic year. However, the option is available to take only one (1) term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment.

STUDENTS WHO HOLD KEY LEADERSHIP POSITIONS MUST ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The JROTC program offers academic and leadership training, which prepares students for the future while making them aware of their rights, responsibilities and privileges as American citizens. Emphasis is also placed on participation in physical training, drug awareness and prevention, and community involvement projects.

COURSE TITLE: JROTC I – SPRING

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE: None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 14 years of age, a U.S. or naturalized citizen, and have on file a certificate or statement of health by a physician or parent.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with JROTC I Fall, is designed to be taken for both terms within the same academic year. However, the option is available to taken only one (1) term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment.

STUDENTS WHO HOLD KEY LEADERSHIP POSITIONS MUST ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The JROTC program offers academic and leadership training,

which prepares students for the future while making them aware of their rights, responsbilities and privileges as American citizens. Emphasis is also placed on participation in physical training, drug awareness and prevention, and community involvement projects.

COURSE TITLE: JROTC II – FALL

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE: JROTC I

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have approval of the Army instructor to return.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with JROTC II - Spring, is designed to be taken both terms within the same academic year; however, the option is available to take only one (1) term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment. STUDENTS WHO HOLD KEY LEADERSHIP POSITIONS MUST ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS.

COURSE TITLE: JROTC II – SPRING

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE: JROTC I

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have approval of the Army instructor to return.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with JROTC II - Fall, is designed to be taken for both terms within the same academic year; however, the option is available to take only one (1) term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment.

STUDENTS WHO HOLD KEY LEADERSHIP POSITIONS MUST ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS.

COURSE TITLE: JROTC III – FALL

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE: JROTC II

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have approval of the Army instructor to return.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with JROTC III - Spring, is designed to be taken for both terms within the same academic year; however, the option is available to take only one (1) term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment.

STUDENTS WHO HOLD KEY LEADERSHIP POSITIONS MUST ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS.

COURSE TITLE: JROTC III – SPRING

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE: JROTC II

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must have approval of the Army instructor to return.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with JROTC III - Fall, is designed to be taken for both terms within the same academic year; however, the option is available to take only one (1) term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment.

STUDENTS WHO HOLD KEY LEADERSHIP POSITIONS MUST ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS.

COURSE TITLE: JROTC IV – FALL

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE: JROTC III

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have approval of the Army instructor to return.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with JROTC IV - Spring, is designed to be taken for both terms within the same academic year; however, the option is available to take only one (1) term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment.

STUDENTS WHO HOLD KEY LEADERSHIP POSITIONS MUST ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS.

COURSE TITLE: JROTC IV – SPRING

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE: JROTC III

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have approval of the Army instructor to return.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with JROTC IV - Fall, is designed to be taken for both terms within the same academic year; however, the option is available to take only one (1) term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment.

STUDENTS WHO HOLD KEY LEADERSHIP POSITIONS MUST ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS.

COURSE TITLE: JROTC DRILL TEAM - FALL

LENGTH: TWO TERMS (36 weeks) CREDIT: 2.0

PREREQUISITE: Approval of the JROTC drill- team instructor. A twelfth-grade student seeking first-time enrollment requires senior Army instructor’s recommendation. Must be at least 14 years of age, a U.S. or naturalized citizen, and have on file a certificate or statement of health by a physician or parent.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Practice will sometimes continue after normal school hours, and competitions may require members to travel on weekends.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR AND STUDENTS MUST ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class offers the same academic instruction available in the regular JROTC class. Emphasis is placed on team practice and preparation for competition.

COURSE TITLE: JROTC DRILL TEAM - SPRING

LENGTH: TWO TERMS (36 weeks) CREDIT: 2.0

PREREQUISITE: Approval of the JROTC drill-team instructor. A twelfth-grade student seeking first-time enrollment requires senior Army instructor’s recommendation. Must be at least 14 years of age, a U.S. or naturalized citizen, and have on file a certificate or statement of health by a physician or parent.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Practice will sometimes continue after normal school hours, and competitions may require members to travel on weekends.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR AND STUDENTS MUST ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class offers the same academic instruction available in the regular JROTC class. Emphasis is placed on team practice and preparation for competition.

COURSE TITLE: JROTC RIFLE TEAM - FALL

LENGTH: TWO TERMS (36 weeks) CREDIT: 2.0

PREREQUISITE: Approval of the JROTC rifle team instructor. A twelfth-grade student seeking first-time enrollment requires senior Army instructor’s recommendation. Must be at least 14 years of age, a U.S. or naturalized citizen, and have on file a certificate or statement of health by a physician or parent.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Practice will sometimes continue after normal school hours, and competitions may require members to travel on weekends.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR AND STUDENTS MUST ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class offers the same academic instruction available in the regular JROTC class. Emphasis is placed on team practice and preparation for competition.

COURSE TITLE: JROTC RIFLE TEAM - SPRING

LENGTH: TWO TERMS (36 weeks) CREDIT: 2.0

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Practice will sometimes continue after normal school hours, and competitions may require members to travel on weekends.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR AND STUDENTS MUST ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This class offers the same academic instruction available in the regular JROTC class. Emphasis is placed on team practice and preparation for competition.

COURSE TITLE: JOB TRAINING- FALL

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT:1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Approved application on file; 17 years of age; classified as a 12th grader; minimum of 15 hours per week on-the-job work experience.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course is designed to be taken both terms during the same academic year. However, the option is available to only one (1) term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment. For students who desire to earn credit by working a part-time job.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course allows the students an opportunity to enhance their knowledge, skills and attitudes gained from on-the-job training experience. Students should develop skills that are essential to their success in the corporate environment.

COURSE TITLE: JOB TRAINING – SPRING

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Approved application on file; 17 years of age; classified as a 12th grader; minimum of 15 hours per week on-the-job work experience.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

COURSE TITLE: MUSIC APPRECIATION

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Students may occasionally be asked to attend area events during evenings or on weekends

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS:A fine arts credit is required for graduation, and when successfully completed, this course will meet that requirement.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to foster an appreciation of music by examining the history and development of music from the Middle Ages to present. Students will be exposed to the different elements, styles, and forms. The class will also identify and discuss major composers and their works.

COURSE TITLE: MUSICAL THEATER – FALL

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Previous involvement in a CHS school musical; teacher recommendation.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Purchase a class text; rehearsal time after school and weekends; attend several plays, which are performed at night;and participate in the school musical.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: A fine arts credit is required for graduation, and when successfully completed, this course meets that requirement. This course, along with Musical Theater - Spring, is designed to be taken for both terms within the same academic year. However, the option is available to take only one (1) term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course acquaints students with all aspects of musical productions. Students learn acting skills and the technical aspects of theater.

COURSE TITLE: MUSICAL THEATER – SPRING

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Previous involvement in a CHS school musical; teacher recommendation.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Purchase of a class text; rehearsal time after school or weekends.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: A fine arts credit is required for graduation, and when successfully competed, this course meets that requirement. This course, along with Musical Theater - Fall, is designed to be taken both terms within the same academic year. However, the option is available to take only one (1) term, providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course acquaints students with all aspects of musical productions. Students learn acting skills.

COURSE TITLE: PRACTICAL LAW

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Practical Law is based on the concept of educating students about the law that is of practical use in daily life. It provides them with an understanding of the ever-changing laws and the legal procedures in Alabama and the nation. The courts will address problems related to criminal and juvenile justice, including family and individual rights and liberties.

COURSE TITLE: PSYCHOLOGY

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: None

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is a study of psychological, social, and biological factors that affect human and animal behavior from conception to death. Topics covered include psychological theories and theorists, methods of research, sensation and perception, levels of consciousness, learning and memory, intelligence, developmental stages of infancy, childhood, adolescence and adulthood. Additional areas of concentration cover emotion, personality, gender roles, psychological disorders, treatment, social cognition, and social interaction.

COURSE TITLE: SPANISH I

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): For the student with a minimum of a 75 average in English.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $15.00 (approximate workbook cost)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Tenth grade or higher only.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: Two credits in a foreign language are required to earn an Alabama High School Diploma with Advanced Endorsement. When successfully completed, this course meets one of these credits.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides an introduction to the Spanish language and culture. If develops elementary skills in listening, comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. The language is presented within the context of the contemporary Spanish-speaking world and its culture.

*Spanish I will also be offered through the Carroll High School Distance Learning lab through the S.E.A.L. program, Spanish I will be transmitted from the Troy State campus and taught by a certified Spanish teacher. Students will receive one high school carnegie unit for this class, not college credit. These classes will be monitored and supervised by the technology facilitator at CHS.

COURSE TITLE: SPANISH II

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Completion of Spanish I. Strongly recommend at least a 75 average in Spanish I

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $15.00 (approximate workbook cost)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Eleventh grade or higher only

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: Two credits in a foreign language are required to earn an Alabama High School Diploma With Advanced Endorsement, and

when fully completed, this course meets one of these credits. For the student who completed Spanish I with at least a “C” average.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course further develops the “four skills” through expanded vocabulary, advanced grammatical structures, composition, and the study of Spanish civilization and culture.

COURSE TITLE: SPEECH: PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDITS: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): None

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course is designed to help students overcome the fear of public speaking and improve existing public speaking skills.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The goals of this course are to learn skills in verbal and nonverbal communication, to assess the audience, to analyze, research and organize information, to recognize propaganda techniques, and to present one’s self confidently before a group. Units of study will include oral interpretation, interpersonal communication, group discussion, argumentation, debate, and improvised speaking. General informative, process/demonstration, analytical, persuasive and social cohesion speeches will be presented.

COURSE TITLE: PHYSICS IN CONTEXT (This course will replace Technical Physical Science II as a career/technical elective.)

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Completion of Chemistry and Algebra I

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $20.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Scientific Calculator

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommended for the student who is planning to pursue a technical or non-science major.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is an experiment-based/algebra-based study of applied physics, which involves 40% of class time in laboratory problem-solving situations. It is designed for the average and above-average student with an interest in technical careers.

COURSE TITLE: TECHNICAL PHYSICAL SCIENCE

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE(S): Promotion from eighth grade

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: $15.00

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Scientific Calculator

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: For the student with skills in mathematical problem solving who is interested in post-secondary technical or engineering careers. This course meets the Physical Science requirement for graduation.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is an experiment-based study of the physical science prinicples underlying today’s technology; thirty percent of the total class time is spent in the laboratory. Students use the equipment and measurement devices of technicians.

COURSE TITLE: YEARBOOK - FALL

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE (S): Instructors’ approval and a performance demonstration.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: Purchase a yearbook

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Students are required to attend a summer workshop and sell ads. An application must be completed and approved before final enrollment is confirmed. Students will have to provide some supplies (scissors, glue, folders, etc. ). Students and parents will be required to sign a contract outlining responsibilities.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with Yearbook -Spring, is designed to be taken both terms within the same academic year. However, the option is available to take only one (1) term (fall), providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment. STUDENTS WHO HOLD KEY LEADERSHIP POSITIONS WILL BE REQUIRED TO ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to teach the skills necessary to produce the school yearbook, The Eaglet. Students will learn the computer skills that are essential for production of the yearbook. At times, deadlines dictate that staff members must work after school, on weekends, and holidays.

COURSE TITLE: YEARBOOK - SPRING

LENGTH: ONE TERM (18 weeks) CREDIT: 1.0

PREREQUISITE (S): Completion of YEARBOOK - FALL

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Students are required to attend a summer workshop and sell ads. An application must be completed and approved before final enrollment is confirmed. Students will have to provide some supplies ( scissors, glue, folders, etc. ); Students and parents will be required to sign a contract outlining responsibilities.

PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: This course, along with YEARBOOK- Fall, is designed to be taken both terms within the same academic year. However, the option is available to take only one (1) term (fall), providing all approvals are met prior to enrollment. STUDENTS WHO HOLD KEY LEADERSHIP POSITIONS WILL BE REQUIRED TO ENROLL FOR BOTH TERMS.