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Preston High School

Curriculum Guide &

Programs of Study

Revised January 2014

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS – 26 CREDITS

English 4 Credits English 9English 10English 11English 12, English 12 CR, English 104, or AP English

Mathematics 4 CreditsFrom the approved mathematics course sequencesAll students must be enrolled in a math course each year

Science 3 Credits for Skilled Pathway StudentsPhysical ScienceBiologyOne additional science course4 Credits for Professional Pathway StudentsPhysical ScienceBiologyTwo additional science courses

Social Studies 4 CreditsWorld HistoryUS to 190020-21st Century HistoryCivics

Physical Education 1 Credit

Fine Arts 1 Credit

Health 1 Credit

Business Computer Applications 1 Credit

Foreign Language 2 Credits for Professional Pathway Students

Career Concentrations 4 Credits for Skilled Pathway Students

Work-based Learning 1 CreditA portfolio related to work-based learning will be required of all students.

Remaining graduation requirements are to be electives.

It is recommended that all Professional Pathway students take at least one AP course.

PRESTON HIGH SCHOOLTO INSTILL A DESIRE FOR LIFELONG LEARNING

PROGRAMS OF STUDY(Revised January 2014)

PROFESSIONAL PATHWAY STUDENTSALL CLUSTERS 1. 1ST Foreign Language

2. 2nd Foreign Language 3. 4th Science 4. 4th Math 5. 1 Course in Career Major

SKILLED PATHWAY STUDENTS

BELOW ARE THE CLUSTERS, CONCENTRATIONS, AND 4 REQUIRED COURSES NEEDED TO BE A COMPLETER AT PHS. ALL SKILLED PATHWAY STUDENTS MUST CHOOSE ONE CLUSTER AND CONCENTRATION THAT IS LISTED. NO EXCEPTIONS. ALL SKILLED PATHWAY STUDENTS MUST COMPLETE ONE SET OF THE FOUR COURSES LISTED BELOW.

CLUSTER CONCENTRATION 4 REQUIRED CLASSES

BUSINESS MGMT & ACCOUNTING 1. Bus. Mktg. Essentials #1439E0ADMINISTRATION 2. BCA I #1411E0

3. Accounting Princ. I #1401E0 4. Accounting Princ. II #1403E0

BUSINESS MGMT & ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT 1. Bus. Mktg. Essentials #1439E0ADMINISTRATION 2. BCA I #1411E0

3. Accounting Princ. I #1401E0

4. Office Mgmt. or #1449E0 BCA II #1413E0

INFORMATION TECH. INTERACTIVE MEDIA 1. BCA I #1411E0 2. Desktop Publishing OR #1429E0 Digital Image/Multi 2 #1432E0 3. Digital Image/Multi. #1431E0 4. Web Page Publish. #1455E0

INFORMATION TECH. CISCO NETWORKING 1. Cisco Discovery 1 #1642E0 2. Cisco Discovery 2 #1644E0 3. Cisco Discovery 3 #1646E0 4. Cisco Discovery 4 #1648E0

INFORMATION TECH. SIMULATION GAME DEV. 1. Game Design I #1465E0 2. Game Design II #1466E0 3. Digital Imag. I #1431E0 4. Web Page Pub. #1455E0

MARKETING MARKETING MANAGE. 1. Marketing Principles I #0422E0 2. Marketing Applications #0425E0 3. Bus. Mktg. Essentials #1439E0

4. Sport, Ent, Rec. or #0434E0 Hosp. & Tourism #0437E0

HEALTH SCIENCE THERAPEUTIC SERVICES 1. Found. Health Science #0711E0 2. Adv. Health Science #0715E0 3. Clinical Specialty I #0789E0

4. Clinical Specialty II #0790E0

TRANSPORTATION, AUTOMOTIVE TECH. 1. Fundamentals #1631E0DISTRIBUTION, & 2. Brakes #1625E0LOGISTICS 3. Suspension & Steer. #1637E0

4. Basic Engines #1623E0

TRANSPORTATION, COLLISION REPAIR 1. Fundamentals #1671E0DISTRIBUTION, & 2. Non-Structural #1675E0LOGISTICS 3. Structural Analysis #1677E0

4. Surface Preparation #1679E0

ARCHITECTURE & ELECTRICAL TECH. 1. Electrical Trades 1 #1756E0CONSTRUCTION 2. Electrical Trades 2 #1757E0

3. Electrical Trades 3 #1758E0 4. Electrical Trades 4 #1759E0

ARCHITECTURE & CARPENTRY 1. Carpentry 1 #1842E0 CONSTRUCTION 2. Carpentry 2 #1843E0

3. Carpentry 3 #1844E0 4. Carpentry 4 #1845E0

STEM (SCIENCE, ENERGY & POWER 1. Energy/ Power Found. #2485E0TECH., ENGINEERING, 2. Energy Trans. & Dist. #2486E0& MATH) 3. Electronics & Control #2487E0

4. Adv. Sci. & Engineer. #2488E0

HUMAN SERVICES CHILD DEVELOPMENT 1. Early Child. Educ. I #1003E0 2. Early Child. Educ. II #1004E0 3. Early Child. Educ. III #1008E0 4. Early Child. Educ. IV #1009E0

GOV’T & PUBLIC JROTC (NAT’L SECURITY) 1. Citz Char & Trad. 1 #106500ADMINISTRATION 2. Comm & Aware 2 #108000

3. Life Skls & Career 3 #108100 4. Mgmt & Ldr Prin. 4 #106600

HOSPITALITY & RESTAURANTS & 1. Rest. & Culinary #1013E0TOURISM FOOD/BEVERAGE 2. Rest. Managment #1014E0

3. Adv. Food Production #1019E0 4. Rest. Professional #1020E0

AGRICULTURE, FOOD & NATURAL RESOURCES

AGRIBUSINESS SYSTEMS 1. Intro to Ag, Food, & Nat. Res #0101E02. The Science of Agriculture #0102E03. Ag. Exp. Program #0134E0 (2 - ½ credits needed)** select one from the following classes4. Fundamentals of Ag. Mech. #0112E0 Fundamentals of An. Proc. #0139E0 Animal Prod. & Management #0140E0 Forest Management #0183E0 Natural Resources Mgmt #0200E0 Horticulture #0212E0

ANIMAL PROCESSING 1. Intro to Ag, Food, & Nat. Res. #0101E02. Fundamentals of An. Proc. #0139E03. Ag. Exp. Program #0134E0 (2 - ½ credits needed)** select one from the following classes4. Animal Processing - Retail or #0151E0 Animal Processing - Plant #0160E0

ANIMAL SYSTEMS 1. Intro to Ag , Food, & Nat. Res. #0101E02. Animal Prod. & Management #0140E03. Livestock Production #0230E04. Ag. Exp. Program #0134E0 (2 - ½ credits needed)

NATURAL RESOURCES 1. Intro to Ag , Food, & Nat. Res. #0101E02. Forest Management #0183E03. Natural Resources Mgmt #0200E04. Ag. Exp. Program #0134E0 (2 - ½ credits needed)

PLANT SYSTEMS 1. Intro to Ag , Food, & Nat. Res. #0101E02. Horticulture #0212E03. Greenhouse Prod. & Mgmt. #0214E0

4. Ag. Exp. Program #0134E0 (2 - ½ credits needed)

POWER, STRUCT. & TECH.1. Intro to Ag , Food, & Nat. Res. #0101E02. Fundamentals of Ag. Mech #0112E03. Ag Equipment Repair #0114E04. Ag. Exp. Program #0134E0 (2 - ½ credits needed)

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS

Students will focus on literary, information and communication skills through integration of learning skills and technology tools as part of their high school experience. The academic resume is part of this curriculum. Honors classes will require additional course work.

ENGLISH 9

Ninth-graders can expect to read selected literature to develop an appreciation for a personal enjoyment of different types of writings as well as to improve reading skills. Students will also be expected to write descriptive sentences and paragraphs to be used in a variety of writing exercises that may include essays, short stories, poems, academic resume, and reports. Punctuation, capitalization, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure will be studied in conjunction with personal needs of the students. Speaking skills will also be introduced. The use of the library and reference materials and technology will be a part of the curriculum. The students will also prepare an Academic Resume. Students will be placed in skill-level courses based on EXPLORE and WESTEST scores.

Course Number: 400900Grade Level: 9Pre-requisite: None

ENGLISH 9 PRE-HONORS

This course emphasizes critical thinking skills, develops and refines writing skills needed for post-secondary education, and broadens the scope of the student’s reading. Students will read selected literature to develop an appreciation for a personal enjoyment of different types of writings as well as to improve reading skills. Students will write short stories, poems, reports, and an academic resume. Punctuation, capitalization, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure will be studied in conjunction with the personal needs of the students. Speaking skills, including the preparation of class projects and research, will be an integral part of the curriculum. Using library and reference materials and correct citing of sources used will be part of the curriculum. Use of technology as applicable for communication and presentation will be incorporated. Some independent work will be required beyond the school day.

Course Number: 400930Grade Level: 9Pre-requisite: EXPLORE Test score of 19 or higher; or

Above Mastery or Distinguished on WESTEST. If scores are not met, an application must be completed.

ENGLISH 10

English 10 includes a review of language skills and an understanding of literature which will prepare students to meet the demands of junior and senior English. This course requires competency in grammar, spelling, usage, vocabulary, composition, reference skills, and basic speech. Listening skills and a survey of literature will also be included. The student will create/update his/her Academic Resume. Students will be placed in skill-level courses based on standardized exams and teacher recommendation.

Course Number: 401000Grade Level: 10Pre-requisite: English 9

ENGLISH 10 HONORS

In addition to what is covered in English 10, the Honors class emphasizes vocabulary development and broadens the scope of student reading. Students will refine their writing skills to meet the needs of post-secondary education, give oral presentations, and complete out-of-class reading. Introduction of literary analysis and language skills is designed to enhance student background and sharpen critical and analytical thinking skills. Student projects are mandatory. Students will prepare for the state writing assessment.

Course Number: 40100HGrade Level: 10Pre-requisite: EXPLORE Test score of 19 or higher; or

above Mastery or Distinguished on WESTEST. If scores are not met, an application must be completed.

ENGLISH 11

In this course, the student will experience all facets of the language arts: reading, writing, and listening. Reading skills will be developed by reading periodicals, novels, short stories, plays, and poems. The focus of the literature program will be on American literature. Students will be expected to learn to communicate their ideas effectively through clear and well organized writing. Correct usage, vocabulary, and communication skills will be emphasized. The student will complete a research project and paper. Students will be placed in skill-level courses based on PLAN Test and WESTEST scores.


ENGLISH 11 HONORS

This course emphasizes critical thinking and writing skills that are essential to post-secondary education. Course work involves analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of American literature, as well as the completion of one or more research projects.

Course Number: 40110HGrade Level: 11Pre-requisite: “B” or above in English 10 Honors.

Application required if not in English 10 Honors.

ENGLISH 12

English 12 emphasizes the refinement in all phases of the language arts program. The English literature program will offer the students an opportunity to read a variety of works.

This course will also emphasize functional writing to prepare students for their future occupations, a study of vocabulary and spelling, grammar and usage, speaking skills, and basic research skills. The student will create/update his/her Academic Resume.


ENGLISH 12 COLLEGE and CAREER READY

English 12 college and career ready is a rigorous course designed to increase the number of students who are college and/or career ready upon graduation from high school. The course is intended to assist those students who score within a reasonable range to advance to the college and career readiness benchmark on ACT, ACT PLAN, or ACT WorkKeys, as well as

REQUIRED AND ELECTIVE COURSES

students whose teachers have identified targeted areas for skill improvement and knowledge acquisition through observed student classroom performance and/or performance on other standardized assessments. This course serves as an English 12 credit and deems students eligible for graduation and the PROMISE Scholarship. English 12 CR is not a remedial English course. Upon completion of the course, students will take the Compass assessment to determine if they have attained the college and career benchmark score.

Course Number: 401400Grade Level 12Pre-requisite English 11

ENGLISH 104 (1 Credit/3 hours PCTC Credit)

This course is taught in conjunction with Pierpont Community and Technical College which prescribes the English 104 Expository Composition and Rhetoric Syllabus. Different essay patterns are studied, and students compose original essays according to each pattern. The thinking, reading, and writing skills necessary for clear and objective essay writing are essential for admission to and successful completion of this course.

Students must buy textbooks and pay a course registration fee.

Currently, passing grades in this course will transfer to all other state-funded West Virginia colleges and universities. The grade must be a C or above. It might transfer to a private or out-of-state college, but the student should contact his/her college-of-choice beforehand because not all schools will accept another school’s credit. In all cases, the student must initiate the transfer of this credit; it is not done by the PHS Guidance Department or administration. This course may be taken in place of English 12.

Course Number: 40120XGrade Level: 12Pre-requisite: ACT– 18 in English or COMPASS score

of 70 in English; and 3.0 GPA

AP ENGLISH LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION

This course is an intellectually rigorous college-level course designed for high school students. In-depth study of the shortstory, poetry, drama, the essay and the novel with an emphasis on writing is taught. College credit is dependent on the results ofthe AP exam taken in May. This course can be used as a replacement course for English 11.

Course Number: 404200Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: English 10 Honors or English 11 Honors

AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE

This course engages students in becoming skilled readers of prose written in a variety of periods, disciplines and rhetoricalcontexts, and in becoming skilled writers who compose for a variety of purposes. It differs from its component course, APLiterature, in that the emphasis is on nonfiction and on discovering how the language is used to accomplish a variety ofpurposes. College credit is dependent on the results of the AP exam taken in May. This course can be used as a replacement course for English 12.

Course Number: 404100Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: English 11 Honors or AP English

Literature and Composition

SPEECH

Students will explore the processes of communication including interpersonal and non-verbal. Additionally, students will learn the

theories of speech writing and public address through oral presentations. Styles will include persuasive, informative, demonstrative, original oratory, debate, impromptu, and oral interpretation of literature.

Course Number: 407600Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: English 9

CREATIVE WRITING I AND II

Students learn various skills to use to improve and practice writing. Students will write poetry, short stories, and plays and keep a journal during the course.

Course Number: 402200, 402300Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: None

JOURNALISM

Students will learn basic skills of news writing, sports, feature, and editorial writing. Students also will learn newspaper design and . If time permits, students will also be introduced to basic public relations writing and advertising design. Students will also be introduced to the techniques of journalistic research.

Course Number: 405100 Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: none

YEARBOOK

Students will learn basic skills of designing a school yearbook. Students will also be responsible for assisting with yearbook photo’s, ads, sales, and distribution.

Course Number: 407100Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: none

MATHEMATICS

MATH I

This course builds upon the Next Generation Grade 8 standards and is correspondingly more advanced than the previous Algebra I course. It begins with advanced topics and in depth work with linear functions, exponential functions and relationships, transformations and connecting algebra and geometry through coordinates. It also goes beyond the previous high school standards in statistics.

Course Number: 301200Grade Level: 9Pre-requisite: none

MATH II

The focus is on quadratic expressions, equations, and functions; comparing their characteristics and behavior to those of linear and exponential relationships from Math I as organized into six critical areas, or units. The link between probability and data is explored through conditional probability and counting methods, including their use in making and evaluating decisions. The study of similarity leads to an understanding of right triangle trigonometry and connects to quadratics through Pythagorean relationships. Circles and their quadratic representations, round out the course.

Course Number: 301400Grade Level: 9-10Pre-requisite: Math I

MATH II HONORS

The quality and content of the instruction will be the same as a regular Math II class, however, the rigor and level of expectations will be higher. You can expect to move at an accelerated/advanced pace. Additional out of class projects will be assigned.

Course Number: 30140HGrade Level: 9-10Pre-requisite: Math I; 16 on ACT EXPLORE or

application

MATH III LA/ MATH III STEM/ OR MATH III TR

This course builds on the Math II course and offers a more personalized learning pathway with two options – Math III LA (Liberal Arts), Math III TR (Technical Readiness), or Math III STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). It is in Mathematics III that students pull together and apply the accumulation of learning that they have from their previous courses, with content grouped into four critical areas, organized into units. They apply methods from probability and statistics to draw inferences and conclusions from data. Students expand their repertoire of functions to include polynomial, rational and radical functions. They expand their study of right triangle trigonometry to include general triangles. Finally, students bring together all of their experience with functions and geometry to create models and solve contextual problems.

Course Number: 301500 Math III LA301600 Math III STEM301700 Math III TR

Grade Level: 10-11Pre-requisite: Math II

MATH IV

The fundamental purpose of Math IV is to generalize and abstract learning accumulated through previous courses and to provide the final springboard to calculus. Students take an extensive look at the relationships among complex numbers, vectors, and matrices. They build on their understanding of functions, analyze rational functions using an intuitive approach to limits and synthesize functions by considering compositions and inverses. Students expand their work with trigonometric functions and their inverses and complete the study of the conic sections begun in Math II. They enhance their understanding of probability by considering probability distributions.

Course Number 301800 Math IV301900 Math IV TR

Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Math III

COLLEGE TRANSITION MATH

The objectives for this course are arranged in three areas: Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry/Trigonometry.

Course Number: 305200Grade Level: 12Pre-requisite: Required for all Professional Pathway and College-bound Skilled Pathway

students not meeting the college readiness benchmark in mathematics (mastery or above) on the WESTEST

STATISTICS (DUAL CREDIT)

This class is offered in conjunction with Pierpont Community and Technical College. This course is an introduction to statistics with appropriate applications. Topics covered include descriptive statistics, probability, binomial distribution, sampling, hypothesis testing and regression and correlation.

Course Number: 30330XGrade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Math III STEM or taken concurrently;

ACT Math Score=21 or SAT Math Score=500 or COMPASS score=49

AP CALCULUS AB

AP Calculus should be offered to students who have completed a college-preparatory sequence including Pre-Calculus and Trigonometry before their senior year. The course description of AP Calculus AB is set by the College Board and should be used for the calculus curriculum. AP Calculus AB is a college-level mathematics course for which most colleges grant credit upon satisfactory completion of the AP exam.

Course Number: 303100Grade Level: 12Pre-requisite: Math III STEM

WvEB ALGEBRA/ ALGEBRA III

WvEB Algebra is a college level web enhanced course taught in conjunction with WVU. The goal of this course is to allow students a smooth transition into college mathematics. Upon successful completion, students will receive 3 hours College Algebra credit through WVU, transferable to most colleges in addition to high school credit.

Approximate student costs will be $85 for textbook and tuition of approximately $252.

Course Number: 30510XGrade Level: 11-12Pre-requisites: GPA 3.0, “C” or better in Math I, II, and III;

and a satisfactory score on the WVU placement test.

WvEB TRIGONOMETRY

WvEB Trig is designed to be a follow-up course to WvEB Algebra. Completion of both WvEB Trig and WvEB Algebra is highly recommended. Upon successful completion, students will receive 3 credits of College Trig through WVU, transferable to most colleges in addition to high school credit. Course content is an algebraic, graphic, and numeric approach to the concept of trig functions of circular motion and right triangle trig. Student costs will be tuition of approximately $252.

Course Number: 30480XGrade Level: 12Pre-requisites: WvEB Algebra

*Fourth and Additional Course OptionsMath I Support (must be taken during 9th grade year)Advanced Mathematical ModelingTransition Math for SeniorsOther College Level Mathematics Courses

Math IVAP StatisticsAP Computer ScienceTechnical Readiness Mathematics I & II

AP CalculusSTEM Readiness MathematicsCalculus

*College Transitions Mathematics Course-Students in the professional pathway and college bound students in the skilled pathway, who do not achieve the State Assessment College Readiness benchmark for mathematics, shall be required to take a college transition mathematics course during their senior year.**Any College Board AP course or IB Program taught by a trained AP/IB teacher may substitute for a course related graduation requirement.*** Elective courses, including Calculus, Probability and Statistics, and Algebra III, may also be included in the course sequence.**** In addition, if a student has Met Mastery on 10th Grade Westest (Smarter Balance); NOT Met Mastery on 11th Grade Westest (Smarter Balance); has 4 Math Credits at the end of their Junior Year; and scores a 22 on Math portion of ACT, the students does not have to take CT but is Required to take a higher level math.

SCIENCE

PHYSICAL SCIENCE

This course examines the principles and relationships between chemistry, physics, earth science and astronomy. Subject matter is delivered through a coordinated, integrated approach with an emphasis on the development of the major science themes of systems, changes, and models. Appropriate material from each specialty will be incorporated into the teaching of each theme.

Course Number: 601100Grade Level: 9

PHYSICAL SCIENCE HONORS

The quality and content of the instruction will be the same as a regular physical science class. However, the rigor and level of expectations will be higher. You can expect to move at an accelerated/ advanced pace. Additional out of class projects will be assigned based on experimental design research.

Course Number: 60110HGrade Level: 9Pre-requisites: 19 on ACT EXPLORE;

BIOLOGY

Introductory course designed for students to develop a broad in depth study of biological concepts and content. Students will engage in active inquires, investigations and hands on activities for a minimum of 50% of the time to develop conceptual understanding and laboratory skills.

Course Number: 602100Grade Level: 10Pre-requisites: Physical Science 9

BIOLOGY HONORS

This is an accelerated introductory course, which covers basic concepts in biology in greater detail and at a faster pace. It is designed for the student who will be continuing a study of science, engineering, or health-related field in college, and who desire a broader, in-depth study of biology.

Course Number: 60210HGrade Level: 10Pathway: ProfessionalPre-requisite: Physical Science Honors or Application

BIOLOGY II (DUAL CREDIT)

This class is offered in conjunction with Pierpont Community and Technical College. This course explores the organization and function of populations, including reproduction an transmissiongenetics, patterns and mechanisms of evolutionary change and the fundamental concepts of ecology.

Course Number: 60230XGrade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Biology , Chemistry, & 3.0 GPA

AP BIOLOGY

The AP Biology course is designed to enable students to develop advanced inquiry and reasoning skills, such as designing a plan for collecting data, analyzing data, applying mathematical routines, and connecting concepts in and across domains. The result will be readiness for the study of advanced topics in subsequent college courses — a goal of every AP course.

This AP Biology course is equivalent to a two-semester college

introductory biology course and has been endorsed enthusiastically by higher education officials.

Course Number: 612100Grade Level: 12Pre-Requisite: Biology I and Chemistry I

EARTH SCIENCE

This course is designed to develop an understanding of the Earth and its processes. It builds on the fundamentals of geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy, and environmental issues. Students will engage in active inquiries, investigations, and hands-on activities.

Course Number: 620100Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Physical Science; Biology

CHEMISTRY I

This is an introductory course recommended for the student who needs an additional laboratory science but is NOT interested in pursuing a career in science, engineering, or health-related field. Emphasis is placed on the important role chemistry plays in a student’s personal life, environment, and society. It covers basic concepts and skills, including measurement, atomic theory, chemical bonding, equations, and stoichiometry.

Course Number: 630200Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Math I; Physical Science; Biology

CHEMISTRY I HONORS

This is an accelerated introductory course, which covers basic concepts in chemistry in greater detail and at a faster pace. It is designed for the student who will be continuing a study of science, engineering, or health-related field in college, and who desire a broader, in-depth study of chemistry. The relationship between concepts and mathematics will be emphasized.

Course Number: 63020HGrade Level: 11-12Pathway: ProfessionalPre-requisite: Biology Honors or Teacher Recommendation

CHEMISTRY II HONORS

This is a continuance of Chemistry I Honors. Topics covered will include some areas not typically covered in the first course. As in the first course, it is designed for the student pursuing a career in science, engineering, or health related fields. It will provide students with an enhanced preparation for college chemistry. It should not be considered as an alternative to AP Chemistry.

Course Number: 60330HGrade Level: 12Pre-requisite: Chemistry I Honors

AP CHEMISTRY/AP CHEMISTRY LAB (2 period course; student must enroll in both periods)

This is the equivalent of the general chemistry course taken during the freshman year in college. It is assumed that the student will spend at least five hours a week in unsupervised individual study, and will take the AP exam in May. This is a national exam administrated by the College Board. College credit is earned based on the school on that exam.

Course Number: 632100; LAB 632200Grade Level: 12Pathway: ProfessionalPre-requisite: Chemistry I Honors or Teacher Consent

PHYSICS I

This is an alternative to traditional rigorous high school physics course, with emphasis placed on real-life applications of basic principles and the important role that physics plays in a student’s career opportunities, environment, and society. Basic Algebra II and Trigonometry problem solving is emphasized. It is designed for the student who needs an additional laboratory science desiring a broader understanding of physics than that provided by earlier science courses. It covers basic concepts and skills, including scientific measurement, kinematics, dynamics, energy concepts, and momentum.

Course Number: 630400Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisites: Math II; Physical Science; Biology

PHYSICS I HONORS

This is a traditional rigorous high school physics course designed for the student who will be continuing a study of science, engineering, or health related field in college. It covers basic concepts of physics in greater detail and at a faster pace. Advanced Algebra II and Trigonometry problem solving is emphasized.

Course Number: 63040HGrade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Math III STEM or Application

AP PHYSICS C MECHANICS

This course is offered during the second semester. It is designed as the equivalent of an introductory level “calculus based” college physics course covering mechanics. It is recommended for students pursuing a career in science, engineering, or medical fields. Topics will include the continuance of: kinematics, Newton’s laws of motion, work, energy, and power, systems of particles and linear momentum, circular motion and rotation, and oscillations and gravity. It is assumed that the student will spend at least 30 to 45 minutes per day as individual study for the course and that the student will take the AP Physics C Mechanics exam in May to become eligible to receive four hours of college credit in physics.

Course Number: 632300Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: satisfactorily completed Physics and

currently enrolled in AP Calculus

AP PHYSICS 1

The AP Physics 1 course is designed to enable students to develop the ability to reason about physical phenomena using important science process skills such as explaining causal relationships, applying and justifying the use of mathematical routines, designing experiments, analyzing data and making connections across multiple topics within the course.

This AP Physics 1 course is equivalent to the first semester of a typical introductory, algebra-based physics course.

Course Number: 632300Grade Level: 11-12Pre-Requisite: Math III and Physics I

ANATOMY/PHYSIOLOGY DUAL CREDIT

This class is offered in conjunction with Pierpont Community and Technical College and will receive 4 hours of college credit. This is an accelerated and detailed study of the structure and function of the systems of the human body. Topics include support and movement, communication, control integration, transportation,

energy supply, waste excretion, reproduction and defense.Course Number: 61030XGrade Level: 12Pre-requisite: 3.0 GPA, Chemistry I or Chemistry I

Honors FORENSICS

Students will demonstrate proficiency in evidence collection, interpretation, and analysis of collected data, maintenance of data integrity, formulation of a conclusion/summary, and presentations of the results. Some experiments include: fingerprint analysis, blood typing, photography/sketching of crime scene, DNA fingerprinting, hair & fiber analysis, chromatography, blood spatters, and toxins.

This course is designed as a science elective credit for students with an interest in crime scene investigation. Students in the criminal justice cluster are encouraged to take the course.

Course Number: 606100Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Physical Science and Biology

FRAMEWORK FOR SCIENCE COURSES

SKILLED PATHWAYGRADE COURSES

9 Physical Science10 Biology

11, 12 Earth Science

SKILLED PATHWAY-HEALTH CLUSTER

GRADE COURSES9 Physical Science10 Biology/Biology Honors

11, 12 Chemistry IPhysics I

Anatomy/PhysiologyEarth Science

PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYGRADE COURSES

9 Physical Science10 Biology/Biology Honors

11, 12 Biology II (Dual Credit)Chemistry I/Chemistry I Honors

Chemistry II HonorsPhysics I/Physics I Honors

Earth ScienceAnatomy/Physiology

AP ChemistryAP Physics

Forensics (Counts as a 4th

science credit ONLY)

SOCIAL STUDIES

WORLD STUDIES TO 1900

This study of the world emphasizes the historic, economic, geographic, political, and social structure of various cultural regions of the world from the dawn of civilization to the interdependent world of the 20th century. Special attention is given to the formation and evolution of societies into complex political and economic systems. Geography/map skills and critical thinking skills are emphasized.

Course Number: 701000Grade Level: 9WORLD STUDIES TO 1900 HONORS

The Honors course, while covering the same objectives of the regular course, will add emphasis in the following areas. Students will be expected to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the historical and political concepts.

Students will explore the cause-effect relationship of these concepts and apply these understandings to present-day issues and situations. Students will demonstrate this higher level of thinking through research, written essay, and oral presentation. This is a transitional course of study between a standard presentation of history and a practical application of history. It should prepare the student for future honors work in history or other related fields.

Course Number: 70100HGrade Level: 9Pre-requisite: See Application: 3 of the following:

EXPLORE score of 19; 3.0 GPA; teacher recommendation; A or B in 8 th

grade history course; 5 or fewer absences

U.S. STUDIES TO 1900

This course encompasses a concentrated study of the United States from its inception until its emergence into world affairs. This is a transitional course of study between The World to the Age of Exploration and the United States and World—20th

Century. A review of the Renaissance and Reformation as a stimulus for western expansion introduces the year of study and is followed by the age of exploration.As the course develops, social studies concepts such as colonialism, imperialism, and nationalism are common threads to the understanding that the unfolding chronological events are, in fact, a study in cause and effect. The transitional year concludes with the Industrial Revolution as a stimulus for imperialism and sets the stage for the emergence of the United States as a world power.

Course Number: 700900Grade Level: 10Pre-requisite: World Studies to 1900

U.S. STUDIES TO 1900 HONORS

The Honors course, while covering the same objectives of the regular course, will add emphasis in the following areas. Students will be expected to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the historical and political concepts. Students will explore the cause-effect relationship of these concepts and apply these understandings to present-day issues and situations. Students will demonstrate this higher level of thinking through research, written essays, and oral presentation. This is a transitional course of study between a standard presentation of history and a practical application of history. It is intended to prepare the student for future honors work in history or other related fields.

Course Number: 70090HGrade Level: 10Pre-requisite: World Studies Honors or Application

20th – 21stCENTURY

The United States and the World—20th Century provides students with an understanding of the major events and people which have shaped the world in which they live. A chronological review of the events and people provides students a framework to examine political, economic, social, and technological changes which have occurred during this century. Additionally, students will use

geographic concepts to see how men and women have shaped and been shaped by their environment.

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the interdependency of the United States within the affairs of the world. The course concludes with students evaluating current world concerns and suggesting ideas dealing with those concerns.

Course Number: 701100Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: World Studies to 1900; U.S. Studies

HISTORY 108* (Fulfills History 11 requirement)

Three hours of college credit is available and is transferable to most higher learning institutions, and one high school credit that will satisfy the History 11 requirement. The course covers, at a college freshman level, American history beginning at the period of Reconstruction and extending into the modern era. (History 11—20th – 21st Century)

Course Number: 70110XGrade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: 3.0 GPA or 18 composite ACT

CIVICS

This course will focus on local, state, and national citizenship responsibilities. The students will be exposed to topics such as respect for people, events and symbols; explain and practice the responsibilities, privileges and rights of the United States citizens; identify the purposes of government and ideals of United States democracy.

Course Number: 703100Grade Level: 12Pre-requisite: World; US; 20-21st Century

POLITICAL SCIENCE 1103 (CIVICS)

This course is a survey of the American political system dealing particularly with the form and function of the US Federal system. This a dual credit course for civics/government. 3 hours of college credit will be received. Students will have tuition textbook costs.

Course Number: 70310XGrade Level: 12Pre-requisites: 3.0 GPA

PSYCHOLOGY

Psychology is designed for high school students who desire to know more about themselves and why they behave and interact with others as they do. Included in the course will be a discussion of some important people who have helped shape the field of psychology. Attention will be given to topics that will help students learn more about human behavior: person to person, person to group, group to group, and interpersonal relationships.

The course will also include some discussion of abnormal psychology so that students will have a better understanding of terms used in the treatment of mental disorders. The course deals heavily in psychological theory, and an attempt is made to apply that theory to individual situations. This course is recommended to academic students.

Course Number: 732100Grade Level: 10-12

SOCIOLOGY

Sociology is the study of human relationships. Students will learn about the meaning of culture, the elements used to knit a society together, social interaction, and the cultural changes taking place around them. Major social institutions and problems will be analyzed, and students will become acquainted with many conflicting points of view which abound in our multicultural American society. The goal of this course is to have students become better informed citizens and better able to make important decisions for themselves, their community, and their nation.Course Number: 734100Grade Level: 10-12

ECONOMICS

This basic course for juniors and seniors focuses on introducing students to basic thoughts. Areas of study will include the basic questions, opportunity costs, role of profit and loss, and ethics of a free enterprise system. Students are introduced to entrepreneurship, the forces of supply and demand, and the role of the government in capitalism.

Students will be expected to do a 2-3 page written research paper on an economic topic of importance today. In addition to the textbook, magazines, newspapers, and CNN will supplement learning. Each student will be expected to take part daily in class discussion.


GEOGRAPHY

Current world affairs dictate knowledge of where events occur and why they occur in particular regions. Various parts of the world are undergoing constant political, social, economic, and cultural change and/or improvement. Recognizing these areas in terms of geography will give the student a better perspective as to where and why these changes occur. One of the goals of this course is to make a student more aware of the importance of geography and its influence on past history as well as future development.


HEALTH/PHYSICAL EDUCATION

HEALTH

Health is a full credit course designed to focus upon the individual as a member of the family and the community. Units of study include health and wellness, health and your physical body, drugs, diseases and disorders, adolescence, adulthood, and family life, and reproductive health. Emphasis is placed on all 6 components of health. First aid and safety, physical anatomy, and building character traits are also explored. Activities and discussions concerning life situations are emphasized. Students are encouraged to value their health and to choose a lifestyle to prevent health problems.

Course Number: 690900Grade Level: 10Pre-requisite: None

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

The goal of the physical education program is to present a variety of activities to the students that will enable them to develop a physically fit body, develop the necessary motor skills to participate in a variety of activities, develop a knowledge of the rules and strategies of games, develop a social awareness, and

develop an appreciation of the benefits to be derived from an active physical life. Skills tests (pre-/post), written examinations, and daily participation (on a scaled basis) will be utilized as evaluative assessments. The student will be provided the opportunity to participate in a variety of lifetime, team, and individual sports. Active physical participation is a requirement for completion of the course.Course Number: 660900Grade Level: 9 only

LIFE FITNESS

This course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to participate in a variety of lifetime, leisure, and recreational activities. Daily participation will be utilized as the evaluative assessment.


HEALTH AND FITNESS

This course will provide the student with the basic nutritional information as it pertains to sport and exercise performance. Topics of discussion include weight management, nutritional requirements for athletic performance and maintenance of a healthy lifestyle, proper eating habits, diet fads, disordered eating, and supplementation. Weight training and conditioning will be a major emphasis of this course. Students will safely learn basic and intermediate strength training techniques needed for developing muscular strength and size. This course will not meet the Physical Education credit required for graduation.


DRIVER EDUCATION

DRIVER EDUCATION

Students who enroll in this class will be given the opportunity to learn to operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner.

Students will learn basic rules of the road, road signs/markings; laws of physics that affect an automobile, how to plan routine maintenance, traffic, laws, defensive driving techniques, alcohol impairment factors, and many other things that are essential to be a safe motorist. The course will consist of at least 66 hours of classroom instruction, 12-18 hours of in-car observation and 3-6 hours of behind-the-wheel training.

High School Driver Education Certificates, Form I-DE-4 and Adult Driver Education Certificates, Form I-DE-5 shall, in the judgment of the teacher, be awarded only to students demonstrating mastery of recommended course content (C average) and a satisfactory level (C average) of driving performance, i.e., student ability to consistently control the speed and direction of the vehicle and to safely operate the motor vehicle on the public streets and highways.

Course Number: 681100Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: 15 years of age by last day of term

enrolled; no known mental/physical disability to prevent qualifying for an operator’s license; legally eligible for a WV operator’s license

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

SPANISH I

Spanish I is focused on the development of the student’s communicative competence in Spanish and the understanding of the culture(s) of the different Spanish speaking countries. Students learn to communicate about topics that are meaningful to them. Three modes of communication competence are used: speaking and writing as an interactive process, reading and listening as a receptive process, in which comprehension of Spanish texts is developed, and speaking and writing in a presentational context. Students will exchange simple spoken and written information presented through different media. The integration of technology into the classroom supports the teaching/learning process for the acquisition of vocabulary and structure.

Course Number: 566100Grade Level: 9-12Pre-requisite: None

SPANISH II

In Spanish II, students continue to develop their proficiency in the different modes of communicative competence which help them interact with other speakers of Spanish, understand oral and written texts in Spanish, and make oral and written presentations. Students use more accurately the basic structures and are exposed to more complex features. They use authentic material and continue using Internet based material. They continue to learn about cultural issues of Spanish speaking countries.

Course Number: 566200Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: Spanish I

SPANISH III

In Spanish III, students communicate using more complex structures in the different modes of communicative competence: interacting with other speakers of Spanish, understanding oral and written texts in Spanish, and making oral and written presentations. Students develop the ability to discuss topics related to contemporary events and issues as well as literature in Spanish. The use of technology as an instructional tool is integrated into the classroom.

Course Number: 566300Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Spanish II

GERMAN I

This course is designed to introduce students to German language and culture. Basic grammar and syntax, simple vocabulary, and the spoken accent is emphasized, so that students can read, write, speak, and understand the language at a basic level within predictable areas of need, using customary courtesies and conventions. German culture is introduced through the art, literature, customs, and history of the German-speaking people in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Luxembourg. The use of technology as an instructional tool is integrated into the classroom.


GERMAN II

This course builds upon the skills developed in German I, extending students’ ability to understand and express themselves in German and increasing their social purposes, write expressions or passages that show understanding of sentence construction and the rules of grammar, and comprehend the language when

spoken slowly. Students explore the customs, history, and art forms of German-speaking people to deepen their understanding of the cultures in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Luxembourg. The use of technology as an instructional tool is integrated into the classroom.

Course Number: 563200Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisites: German I

GERMAN III

This course focuses on having students express increasingly complex concepts both verbally and in writing while showing some spontaneity. Goals for students include the ability to maintain simple conversations with sufficient vocabulary and an acceptable accent, have sufficient comprehension to understand speech spoken at a normal pace, read uncomplicated but authentic prose, and write narratives that indicate a good understanding of grammar and a working vocabulary. The use of technology is integrated into the classroom.

Course Number: 563300Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisites: Recommend a “B” in German II

ARTS& HUMANITIES CLUSTER

ART I

Art I is an introductory course that places a major emphasis upon creative processes through hands-on experiences in which the elements and principles of design are explored and studied. Basic drawing activities include drawing from real life objects, figure drawing, shading and value studies, perspective studies, and contour drawing. Students may expect to be involved in activities that include drawing, basic painting, sculpture, printmaking, design, ceramics, art history, and art appreciation.


ART II

Art II will provide students the opportunity for advancement in the basic areas of design, drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, crafts, and portfolio development. Problems will be presented and the student will develop their own creative solutions. Art II is designed to allow more individual expression. Senior group show is required and gallery visits encouraged.NOTE: A fee is required for this art course.

Course Number: 321200Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: Art I

ART III

Art III is an extension of Art I and II, which are pre-requisites. These classes will emphasize a higher level of sophistication of the projects and skills required in previous courses. The course will emphasize drawing, painting, printmaking, and individual development. Senior show and gallery visits are required.NOTE: A fee is required for this art course.

Course Number: 321300Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: “B” average in Art II

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ART IV

Art IV is an extension of Art I, II, and III, which are pre-requisites. These classes emphasize a higher level of sophistication of the projects required in previous courses. The first term will emphasize drawing, painting, and three dimensionality, while the second term is about individual development. Senior show and gallery visits are a requirement.NOTE: A fee is required for this art course.

Course Number: 321400Grade Level: 12Pre-requisite: “B” average in Art III

CERAMICS/POTTERY I AND CERAMICS/SCULPTURE II

Ceramics is designed to introduce students to various hand building and surface decorating techniques used with clay. Sculpture class provides the opportunity to design and develop relief and three-dimensional forms using clay and other traditional sculpture media.

Gallery visits are a requirement. Students are expected to purchase some supplies. Ceramics II students are required to have a show of their work and work on the potter’s wheel. Members must be willing to commit themselves to after-school activities.NOTE: A fee is required for this art course.


DRAWING I AND DRAWING II

Drawing I provides the serious art student an in-depth study in color, shading, value, and mark making using multimedia. Drawing II is an in-depth look at mark making using multimedia, depending upon the students’ interests. Students will choose and set up the direction they will explore. Students are expected to purchase their own equipment.NOTE: A fee is required for this art course.


AP STUDIO ART DRAWING/3D

The AP Studio Art portfolios are designed for students who are seriously interested in the practical experience of art. AP Studio Art is not based on a written examination; instead, students submit portfolios for evaluation at the end of the school year.

The AP Program offers three portfolios: Drawing, 2-D Design, and 3-D Design. The 3-D Design portfolio has a basic, three-section structure, which requires the student to show a fundamental competence and range of understanding in visual concerns (and methods

Course Number: 322200Grade Level: 11-12Pre-Requisite: Art I

THEATRE I/DRAMA I

This course introduces students to the theatrical arts through live performance activities. Students explore acting, movement, pantomime, stagecraft, lighting, and technical theatre through solo and group exercises.


THEATRE I/MUSICAL THEATRE I

One of two entry level classes for students who wish to continue on to upper level courses in Stagecraft, Musical Theatre Ensemble, Advanced Drama and Public Speaking. Students explore all areas of Musical Theatre including acting, improvisation, vocal music, dance for the theatre, design and technical theatre and playwriting.


THEATRE II, III, IV

These courses build upon the concepts explored in Drama I and Musical Theatre l with additional emphasis on period styles of drama and the use of multimedia in theatrical expression.

Course Number: 380200, 380300, 380400Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: Theatre I or Musical Theatre I

THEATRE/STAGECRAFT

This course is designed to introduce students to scenic design and technical theatre. Students will explore the areas of drafting, carpentry, lighting, prop construction, and stage management, while working on a production for the theatre.

Course Number: 385900Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: Drama I or Musical Theatre l; crew

experience, and instructor’s consent

THEATRE ACTING PERFORMANCE/MUSICAL THEATRE ENSEMBLE

This course is an advanced course in the genre of American Musical Theatre. Students will explore musical theatre history, musical styles and notation, the use of the singing voice, auditioning, practices, theatrical dance, and performance techniques through solo and group classroom performances.

Course Number: 383500Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: Stage experience, Audition required

DANCE I

Dance I is a beginning course which introduces students to creative movement. Dance is a means of communication and self-expression which helps students apply and demonstrate critical and creative thinking skills.

Dance I will focus on technical skills and the major principles of choreography. Students will learn to identify movement elements and skills in performing dance. Dance in various cultures and historical periods will be studied. Students will learn connections between dance and healthful living.


DANCE II

Dance II is an advanced course focusing on choreography and comparing and contrasting various dance forms. Cultural and historical periods of dance will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on dance as a means of developing a healthy life style.

Course Number: 340200Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: Dance I

DANCE III

Dance III is an advanced course which will stress practice in performing technical and chorographical skills necessary for artful presentation. The relationship of dance to careers will be examined .Dance history and artists will also be studied.

Course Number: 340300Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Dance I and II

DANCE IV

Dance IV is an advanced course which will stress performance and choreographical skills necessary for artful presentation. Research of dance history, culture, and artists will be an integral part of study. Emphasis will be placed on various dance careers.

Course Number: 340400Grade Level: 12Pre-requisite: Dance I, II, and III

BAND

Band is a group of students interested in improving instrumental training. This training will be enhanced by experiences that build technical proficiency, good intonation, rhythmic accuracy, and stylistic sensitivity. The selection process will be determined by the band director.

Students enrolled in this class are expected to perform in all scheduled concerts and practices. They will be a member of the marching band and are required to attend band camp and all marching activities.

Course Number: 361100Grade Level: 9-12Pre-requisite: Previous instrumental training

BAND CONTEMPORARY (Jazz)

Jazz Band is a select group of students that perform all styles of Jazz including blues, bebop, big band and rock. An audition may be required. This is a performance-based class so all students are expected to participate in school and community concerts.Students’ attendance is required at all scheduled performances.

Course Number: 371100Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: Previous instrumental training; audition

may be required

CHORUS I (Concert)

This course is designed for those students desiring basic vocal training. Students enrolled in this class may expect to receive instruction in basic vocal production, diction, and singing in foreign languages. Students will be encouraged to pursue higher vocal idioms.


CHORUS III – Advanced (Show)

Advanced Vocal Ensemble is a select group of students who have an interest in advanced vocal training. The selection process is determined by the choral director. Students who are involved in this course will work on advanced vocal techniques and vocal literature. The ensemble may travel to various festivals and competitions throughout the year, as well as performing in school concerts and assemblies. Members must be willing to commit

themselves to after-school performances and rehearsals prior to enrollment.

Course Number: 362300Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: audition requiredCHORUS IV (Madrigal)

Madrigal Choir is a select group of students who have an interest in advanced vocal training. The selection process is determined by the choral director. Students who are involved in this course will work on advanced vocal techniques and vocal literature. The Choir will strive to accomplish a high level of a capella singing that includes barber shop styles and madrigal singing. The ensemble may travel to various festivals and competitions throughout the year, as well as performing in school concerts and assemblies. Members must be willing to commit themselves to after-school performances and rehearsals prior to enrollment.

Course Number: 362400Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: audition

MUSIC 1120 – MUSIC APPRECIATION

This course is an introduction to Western music, the music of other cultures, and of popular music. Students are encouraged to develop their perspectives, listening skills, critical skills, and an appreciation of music interests of others. This course offers 3 college credit hours through PCTC.

Course Number: 36710XGrade Level: 11-12Pre-requisites: 3.0 GPA

GUITAR I

This class is designed for beginning guitar students. Instruction will include notation and tablature reading, chords, and basic theory.Course Number: 372600Grade Level: 9-12Pre-requisite: Must have own acoustic guitar

GUITAR II

This class is for the advanced student desiring more training on guitar. The student must have his/her own guitar.

Course Number: 372700Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: Guitar I

PIANO I

This class is designed for beginning piano students. Instruction will include notation reading, chords, and basic theory.


PIANO II

This class is for advanced students desiring more piano training.

Course Number: 368200Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: Piano I

INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE

Music Ensemble is an advanced class designed for students interested in specialized ensemble performance. Students will be

grouped by instruments into brass choirs, woodwind choirs, or percussion ensembles.Members will perform at solo and ensemble festivals as well as community and school events.

Course Number: 374100Grade Level: 11-12MUSIC THEORY

This class is designed for students who plan to major in music in college. Form, harmony, melody, rhythm, and dynamics will be discussed. Students will also gain experience in composition and sight singing. It is recommended that students take this class their senior year.


AGRICULTURE EDUCATIONStudents will utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Teachers will provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction. Students are encouraged to become active members of the student organization, FFA.

AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE PROGRAM

The Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) program is a hands on, student planned way for them to apply skills learned in the classroom to real world agricultural experiences. With help from their agricultural teachers, students develop an SAE project based on one or more SAE categories: Entrepreneurship/Production Own and operate an agricultural business (e.g. a lawn care service, a pay-to-fish operation, holiday poinsettia production and sales.) Placement - Get a job or internship on a farm or ranch, at an agriculture-based business, or in a school or factory laboratory.) Research and Experimentation - Plan and conduct a scientific experiment. (e.g. Determine whether the phases of the moon affect plant growth, or test and determine the efficacy of different welding methods.) Exploratory - Explore careers in agriculture by attending an agriculture career fair, or creating a report or documentary on the work of a veterinarian.*All students must complete 2 separate SAE projects to fulfill program completer requirements.

Course Number: 0134E0Grade Level: 9-12

INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURE, FOOD, AND NATURAL RESOURCES

This is a core course for the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Career Cluster that builds a knowledge base and technical skills in all aspects of the industry. Learners will be exposed to a broad range of agriculture, food and natural resources careers.

Course Number: 0101E0

Grade Level: 9-12

THE SCIENCE OF AGRICULTURE

This course focuses on the basic scientific principles and processes related to the production of plants and animals for the food and fiber systems. Topics of instruction include basic understanding of the livestock/poultry industry and its various components, career opportunities, soil science, crop science/agronomy, weed science, basic agricultural mechanics and related industry careers, environmental stewardship, entrepreneurship, and leadership/personal development.

Course Number: 0102E0Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: Introduction to Agriculture

ANIMAL PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT

This course is designed to be a core course in the Animal Systems concentration. The course will cover topics on animal restraint, animal management techniques, animal health and welfare, balancing rations, pedigree analysis, and entrepreneurship. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Teachers should provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction. Students are encouraged to become active members of the student organization, FFA. The West Virginia Standards for Global 21 Learning include the following components: Global 21 Content, Literacy and Numeracy, Entrepreneurship, and Technology Standards. All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.


LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION

This is a specialization course designed for students interested in pursuing a post-secondary degree in animal science with a focus on livestock. The course will cover topics on animal management, genetics, physiology, animal health, applied microbiology, applied chemistry, applied biology, and biotechnology.


FUNDAMENTALS OF AGRICULTURE MECHANICS

This course introduces the knowledge and skills for applying the physical science principles and principles of operation and maintenance to mechanical equipment, welding and fabrication, structures, plumbing, electrical wiring, power utilization, entrepreneurship. Students will receive their NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) Certification in safety upon successful completion of this course.


AGRICULTURE EQUIPMENT AND REPAIR

This course builds on the principles of the previous course and provides more in-depth knowledge and skills as they relate to energy sources, lubricants, service and maintenance of machinery and equipment, and equipment operation. Students will apply principles of service and repair by troubleshooting problems and evaluating engine performance, follow guidelines to service and repair power transmission systems, hydraulic

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systems, and entrepreneurship. Tools used with these procedures will allow students to demonstrate proper skills and safety.


Fundamentals of Agriculture MechanicsHORTICULTURE

This course provides instruction on the broad field of horticulture with emphasis on the scientific and technical knowledge for a career in horticulture. Topics in this course include plant growth and development, plant nutrition, media selection, basic plant identification, pest management, chemical disposal, customer relations, career opportunities, leadership development and entrepreneurial skills.


GREENHOUSE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT

This specialization course covers instruction that expands the scientific knowledge and skills to include more advanced scientific computations and communication skills needed in the horticulture industry. Topics include greenhouse plant production and management, bedding plant production, watering systems light effects, career planning, leadership development and entrepreneurial skills.


FOREST MANAGEMENT

This course is designed to be a basic course for students interested in forestry. The course will cover topics on best management practices, timber felling basics, dendrology, tree measurement basics, water quality, forest fire, reading topography maps and basic log road layout, forest hazards ID, basic forestry concepts of edge, diversity, succession and structure, forest business and economics, forest insects, and forest disease.


NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

This specialization course covers topics on soil and water conservation, basic wildlife management, environmental law and regulations, basic forestry, and land management. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Teachers should provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction. Students are encouraged to become active members of the student organization, FFA. The West Virginia Standards for Global 21 Learning include the following components: Global 21 Content, Literacy and Numeracy, Entrepreneurship, and Technology Standards.


FUNDAMENTALS OF ANIMAL PROCESSING

This course introduces students to the principles and applications of animal processing. Students will learn carcass grading, primal and retail cuts, workplace safety, how to process primal and retail cuts, and entrepreneurship.


ANIMAL PROCESSING - RETAIL

This course is designed to give students the skills and knowledge needed to enter a career in the retail industry of animal processing. This course will build upon the concepts learned in Fundamentals of Animal Processing and emphasize retail cut processing, creating value added products, working with the public, and entrepreneurship.


ANIMAL PROCESSING - PLANT

This course is designed to give students the skills and knowledge needed to enter a career in an animal processing plant. This course will build upon the concepts learned in Fundamentals of Animal Processing and emphasize primal cut processing, workplace safety, government regulations, and entrepreneurship.


The Business and Marketing Cluster prepares students for careers in planning, organizing, directing and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations. This cluster also prepares students for careers in planning, managing, and performing marketing activities to reach organizational objectives such as brand management, professional sales, merchandising, marketing communications and market research.Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Teachers will provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction. Students are encouraged to become active members of the student organizations, DECA or FBLA. The West Virginia Standards for Global 21 Learning include the following components: Global 21 Content, Literacy and Numeracy, Entrepreneurship, and Technology Standards. All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives. Some courses may be marked “dual-credit” or “EDGE credit possible.” Dual-credit classes are available in conjunction with PCTC. EDGE college credit can be given by many different community and technical colleges in the state.

ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES I (EDGE credit possible)

This course is designed to develop student understanding and skills in such areas as the basic principles, concepts, and practices of the accounting cycle. Journalizing, posting, and analyzing of financial statements as well as banking and payroll procedures are included. The importance of ethics and

BUSINESS/MARKETING CLUSTER

confidentiality, as well as, an introduction to careers and types of business ownership are incorporated.

Course Number: 1401E0Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: None

ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES II (EDGE credit possible)

This course is designed to develop student understanding and skills in such areas as advanced accounting procedures and techniques utilizing both manual and computer-based accounting. There is a strong emphasis on problem solving, analysis, and financial decision-making. Students study the advanced principles, concepts and practices of the accounting cycle and partnerships, corporations, cost accounting, inventory, and tax accounting.

Course Number: 1403E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Accounting Principles I

BUSINESS COMPUTER APPLICATIONS I (EDGE credit possible)

This course is designed to develop student understanding and skills in such areas as applying integrated software to business applications, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, database applications, Internet, and/or personal information programs.


BUSINESS COMPUTER APPLICATIONS II (EDGE credit and dual-credit possible)

This course is designed to develop additional student understanding and skills in such areas as the use of software packages in the areas of word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, and multimedia software.

Course Number: 1413E0/1413EXGrade Level: 10-12Dual credit grade level 11-12 Pre-requisite: Business Computer Applications I, 3.0

GPA for dual credit. Textbook fee may be required for dual credit.

DESKTOP PUBLISHING

This course is designed to develop student understanding and skills in such areas as journalistic principles in design and layout of print and Web publications including integration of text and graphics and use of sophisticated hardware and software to develop and create quality materials for business-related tasks. Students will analyze the information and the audience and combine appropriate text, graphics, and design to communicate the desired message effectively. Planning and design principles are used to analyze and organize information, set up a design structure, and to select or create appropriate visuals. Instructional strategies may include computer/technology applications, teacher demonstrations, collaborative instruction, interdisciplinary and/or culminating projects, problem-solving and critical thinking activities, simulations and project-based learning activities.

Course Number: 1429E0Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: Business Computer Applications I

DIGITAL IMAGING/MULTIMEDIA I

This course is designed to develop student knowledge and skills in such areas as producing images, operating a digital camera, using imaging software, using drawing software, creating simple animations, and manipulating video images.


DIGITAL IMAGING/MULTIMEDIA II

This course is designed to develop student understanding and skills in such areas as imaging, drawing, animation, and video software which will be used to create advanced projects. These projects will involve advanced tools and techniques of each discipline.

Course Number: 1432E0Grade Level: 10-12Pre-Requisite: Digital Imaging/Multimedia I

GAME DESIGN I

This course is designed to develop student knowledge and skills in creating an original game idea for exploring an educational topic or social issue, and then developing a detailed game concept using paper prototyping and other planning techniques. Using Flash Text, drawing and animation techniques, students create an interactive demonstration of the game concept.

Course Numbers: 1465E0Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisites: Business Computer Applications I

GAME DESIGN II

This course is designed to develop student knowledge and skills in developing games using more advanced coding for moving and scoring.

Course Numbers: 1466E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisites: Business Computer Applications I and

Game Design I

BUSINESS AND MARKETING ESSENTIALS

This course is designed to develop student understanding and skills in such areas as business law, communication skills, customer relations, economics, emotional intelligence, financial analysis, human resources management, information management, marketing, operations, professional development, and strategic management. Students acquire knowledge of fundamental business activities and factors affecting business, develop verbal and written communication skills, use information literacy skills, utilize job-seeking strategies, and participate in career planning.


OFFICE MANAGEMENT (EDGE credit possible)

This course is designed to develop student understanding and skills in such areas as personal development and employability skills, managing records, processing mail, communication duties, keeping financial records, applying computing, accounting, and data skills, processing business correspondence, operating office equipment, using management skills, and completing office support activities.


WEB PAGE PUBLISHING

This course is designed to develop student understanding and skills in such areas as Web page design including using Web page development software, creating page layouts, adding images and frames, creating elements and components, creating tables, managing files, publishing to the Internet, creating hyperlinks, organizing tasks, and using codes (markup languages).


MARKETING PRINCIPLES

This course is designed to develop student understanding and skills in such areas as channel management, marketing-information management, market planning, pricing, product/service management, promotion, and selling. Through the use of three projects, students acquire an understanding and appreciation of marketing activities. Current technology will be used to acquire information and to complete the projects. Formal reflection is an on-going component of the course.


MARKETING APPLICATIONS

This course is designed to develop student understanding and skills in such areas as the various marketing functions. Students coordinate channel management with other marketing activities, discuss the nature of marketing plans, generate product ideas, coordinate activities in the promotional mix, and demonstrate specialized sales processes and techniques. Economic and financial concepts are also stressed throughout the course. Current technology will be used to acquire information and to complete the projects. Formal reflection is an on-going component of the course along with four projects.

Course Number: 0425E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Marketing Principles

HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM MARKETING

This course is designed to develop student understanding and skills in such areas as the hotel, restaurant, or travel and tourism industry. Students discover industry trends and career opportunities that abound in the following industries: lodging, food and beverage, airline, cruise line, travel agencies, event planners, and recreation. This course allows students to be actively engaged in learning how to create successful promotional mix strategies: advertising, publicity, sales promotion, and personal selling. If available, students engage in learning new software: Microsoft Publisher and Windows Movie Maker.

Course Number: 0437E0Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: Marketing Principles or taken

concurrently

SPORTS, ENTERTAINMENT, AND RECREATION MARKETING

This course is designed to develop student understanding and skills in such areas as the field of sports, entertainment, and/or recreational marketing. The function of sports marketing is to determine the interests of the consumer and plan a product or service that the spectator will buy.


Pre-requisite: Marketing Principles or taken concurrently

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGYThe Automotive Technology concentration focuses on careers that will build a knowledge base and technical skills in all aspects of the automotive industry. Students will have the opportunity to acquire hours towards certification and be exposed to skills to develop positive work ethics.Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Teachers should provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction. Students are encouraged to become active members of the student organizations, WV SkillsUSA. The West Virginia Standards for Global 21 Learning include the following components: Global 21 Content, Literacy and Numeracy, Entrepreneurship, and Technology Standards

FUNDAMENTALS OF AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

This course introduces the student to the knowledge base and technical skills as they relate to the field of Automotive Technology. In the Fundamentals of Automotive Technology class areas of study include career opportunities and practices, basic safety, tool and equipment, measuring tools and equipment, automotive specifications, electrical system basics, battery service, wheel and tire service, cooling and lubrication systems, and student organizations.


BRAKE SYSTEMS

Brake Systems will continue to build student skill sets in areas such as diagnosis and repair of hydraulic systems, diagnosis and repair of drum brakes, diagnosis and repair of disc brakes, 7 power assist systems, and antilock brake systems. Students will comply with personal and environmental safety practices associated with proper ventilation, handling, storage, and disposal of brake components.Course Number: 1625E0Grade Level: 10-11Pre-requisite: Fundamentals of Automotive

Technology

SUSPENSION AND STEERING DIAGNOSIS

Suspension and Steering Diagnosis will continue to build student skill sets in areas such as diagnosis and repair of steering systems, diagnosis and repair of front suspension systems, diagnosis and repair of rear suspension systems, miscellaneous suspension and steering systems, and diagnosis and adjust wheel alignment.

Course Number: 1637E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Fundamentals & Brake Systems

BASIC ENGINE CONCEPTS

Basic Engine Concepts will continue to build student skill sets in areas such as general engines, diagnosis of cylinder head and valve train, diagnosis and repair of engine block, and diagnosis and repair of lubrication and cooling systems.


ENGINEERING/TECHNOLOGY CLUSTER

Pre-requisite: Fundamentals of Automotive Technology, Brake Systems, & Suspension and Steering Diagnosis

AUTO ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS 5

This course will introduce students to the skills in the theory, technology, and service of electrical and electronic components of the automobile. Drivability, driver safety, driver convenience computers, and associated circuits/devices will be introduced. The student will be in a lab environment 80% of the time using scan tools, meters, and other test equipment.

Course Number: 1627E0Grade Level: 12Pre-requisite: Fundamentals of Automotive Technology,

Brake Systems, Suspension and Steering Diagnosis, & Basic Engine Concepts

COLLISION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY

The Collision Repair Technology concentration focuses on careers that will build a knowledge base and technical skills in all aspects of the Collision Repair industry. Students will have the opportunity to acquire hours towards NATEF certification and be exposed to skills to develop positive work ethics.

Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Teachers should provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction. Students are encouraged to become active members of the student organizations, WV Skills USA. The West Virginia Standards for Global 21 Learning include the following components: Global 21 Content, Literacy and Numeracy, Entrepreneurship, and Technology Standards. All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

FUNDAMENTALS OF COLLISION REPAIR

This course introduces the student to the knowledge base and technical skills as they relate to the field of Collision Repair Technology. In the Fundamentals of Collision Repair Technology class areas of study include career opportunities and practices, integrated academics, knowledge of tools and equipment, panel straightening techniques, and introduction to vehicle preparation. Safety instruction is integrated into all activities.


NON-STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS AND DAMAGE REPAIR

Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair will continue to build student skill sets in non-structural analysis and repair of metal and composite parts. Students will utilize integrated academics, problem-solving techniques, and manipulative skills while completing lab activities to develop an understanding of course concepts.

Course Number: 1675E0Grade Level: 10-11Pre-requisite: Fundamentals of Collision Repair

STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS AND DAMAGE REPAIR

Structural Analysis and Damage Repair will continue to build student skill sets in frame and unibody type vehicles using welding techniques, measuring equipment, and frame machines. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in

hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts.

Course Number: 1677E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Fundamentals of Collision Repair

SURFACE PREPARATION AND REFINISHING

Surface Preparation and Refinishing will continue to build student skill sets in preparing a surface for refinishing; inspect, clean and operate spraying equipment; detail a vehicle; and diagnose finish defects.Course Number: 1679E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Non-Structural Analysis & Damage

COLLISION MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 5

This course will introduce students to the entry-level skills necessary in mechanical and electrical repairs as they will apply to collision repair technology.

Course Number: 1673E0Grade Level: 12Pre-requisite: Structural Analysis & Damage Repair

BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONNational Certification Available

CONCENTRATION: CARPENTRY

The Carpentry concentration focuses on careers that will build a knowledge base and technical skills in all aspects of the carpentry industry. Learners will be exposed to a broad range of construction careers and foundation knowledge including basic safety; plan reading; use of tools and equipment; basic rigging; and how to employ positive work ethics in their careers. Students are required to earn NCCER certification for each skill set mastered.

Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Teachers should provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction. Students are encouraged to become active members of the student organizations, WV Skills USA. The West Virginia Standards for Global 21 Learning include the following components: Global 21 Content, Literacy and Numeracy, Entrepreneurship, and Technology Standards. All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

CARPENTRY I

This course introduces the student to the knowledge base and technical skills of the carpentry industry. Carpentry I begins with the NCCER Core curriculum which is a prerequisite to all Level I completions. The students will complete modules in Basic Safety; Introduction to Construction Math; Introduction to Hand Tools; Introduction to Power Tools; Introduction to Construction Drawings; Basic Rigging; Basic Communication Skills; Basic Employability Skills; and Introduction to Materials Handling. Students will then begin developing skill sets related to the fundamentals of Carpentry such as Orientation to the Trade; Building Materials, Fasteners, and Adhesives; and Hand and Power Tools.


CARPENTRY II

Carpentry II will continue to build student skill sets in areas such as Reading Plans and Elevations; Floor Systems, Wall and Ceiling Framing; Roof Framing; Introduction to Concrete, Reinforcing Materials, and Forms; Windows and Exterior Doors; Basic Stair Layout.

Course Number: 1843E0Grade Level: 10-11Pre-requisite: Carpentry ICARPENTRY III

Carpentry III will continue to build student skill sets in areas of Commercial Drawings; Roofing Applications; Thermal and Moisture Protection; and Exterior Finishing.

Course Number: 1844E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Carpentry I

CARPENTRY IV

Carpentry IV will continue to build student skill sets in areas of Cold-Formed Steel Framing; Drywall Installation; Drywall Finishing; Doors and Door Hardware; Suspended Ceilings; Window, Door, Floor, and Ceiling Trim; Cabinet Installation; and Cabinet Fabrication.

Course Number: 1845E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Carpentry I, II, & III

BASIC PLUMBING AND ELECTRICITY

This course introduces the student to the knowledge base and technical skills for concepts in Basic Plumbing and Electricity. Areas of study include basic plumbing skills, advanced plumbing repair and basic electrical skills. Emphasis will be placed on career exploration, job seeking skills and personal and professional ethics. Safety instruction is integrated into all activities. Students will utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in laboratory activities to develop an understanding of course concepts, and teachers should provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction related to facilities maintenance occupations.Course Number: 1803E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Carpentry II

APPLICATIONS IN COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION

This course introduces the student to the knowledge base and technical skills for concepts in the building construction concentration. Areas of study include site layout and preparation, form construction, steel framing, suspended ceilings and floor coverings. Emphasis will be placed on career exploration, job seeking skills and personal and professional ethics. Safety instruction is integrated into all activities. Students will utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in laboratory activities to develop an understanding of course concepts, and teachers should provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction related to commercial construction.

Course Number: 1820E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Carpentry II

CONCENTRATION: 1760 ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

The Electrical Technician concentration focuses on careers that will build a knowledge base and technical skills in all aspects of the Electrical Trades industry. Students will have the opportunity to earn NCCER certification for each skill set mastered and be exposed to skills to develop positive work ethics.

Teachers will provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction. Students are encouraged to become active members of the student organizations, WV SkillsUSA. The West Virginia Standards for Global 21 Learning include the following components: Global 21 Content, Literacy and Numeracy, Entrepreneurship, and Technology Standards. All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

ELECTRICAL TRADES I

This course introduces the student to the knowledge base and technical skills of the Electrical Trades industry. Electrical Trades I begins with the NCCER Core curriculum which is a prerequisite to all Level I completions. The students will complete modules in Basic Safety; Introduction to Construction Math; Introduction to Hand Tools; Introduction to Power Tools; Introduction to Construction Drawings; Basic Rigging; Basic Communication Skills; Basic Employability Skills; and Introduction to Materials Handling. Students will then begin developing skill sets related to the fundamentals of Electricity such as Orientation to the Electrical Trade; and Electrical Safety. Students utilize problem-

solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts.

Course Number: 1756E0Grade Level: 10Hours: 180

ELECTRICAL TRADES II

Electrical Trades II will continue to build student skill sets in areas such as Introduction to Electrical Circuits; Electrical Theory; Introduction to the National Electrical Code ®; Device Boxes; Hand Bending; Raceways and Fittings; Conductors and Cables; Basic Electrical Construction Drawings; Residential Electrical Services; and Electrical Test Equipment. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts.

Course Number: 1757E0Grade Level: 11Pre-requisite: Electrical Trades IHours: 200

ELECTRICAL TRADES III

Electrical Trades III will continue to build student skill sets in areas of Alternating Current; Motors: Theory and Application; Electric Lighting; and Conduit Bending. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts.

Course Number: 1758E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Electrical Trades I and Electrical Trades

IIHours: 200

ELECTRICAL TRADES IV

Electrical Trades IV will continue to build student skill sets in areas of Pull and Junction Boxes; Conductor Installations; Cable Tray; Conductor Terminations and Splices; Grounding and Bonding; Circuit Breakers and Fuses; and Control Systems and

Fundamental Concepts. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts.

Course Number: 1759E0Grade Level: 12Pre-requisite: Senior who will be 18 before JulyHours: 240

ROTATING DEVICES AND CONTROL WIRING

Rotating Devices and Control Wiring will continue to build student skill sets in areas of Safety, Control Circuitry Blueprints, Schematics and Pictorial Diagrams, Pilot Devices, Motor Controls, Relays and Starters, and AC and DC Motors. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts.

Course Number: 1771E0Grade Level: 12Pre-requisite: Senior who will be 18 before JulyHours: 240

CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY

MAJOR: COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGYSPECIALIZATION: CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMICS

CISCO DISCOVERY: NETWORKING FOR HOME AND SMALL BUSINESS (CISCO I)

This is the first of four (4) courses designed to provide students with classroom and laboratory experience in the computer networking field. Instruction and training are provided in the proper care, maintenance, and use of networking software, tools, and equipment. Students will also be made aware of safety and building and environmental codes and regulations. Final exams are mandatory in this specialization.


CISCO DISCOVERY: WORKING AT A SMALL-TO-MEDIUM BUSINESS OR ISP (CISCO II)

This course provides students with classroom and laboratory experience in the computer networking field. It will focus on the role of the router in networks. Students will study routing protocols, router configuration, and various router commands.

Course Number: 164400Grade Level: 10-11Pre-requisite: Networking for small home & business

CISCO DISCOVERY: ROUTING AND SWITCHING IN THE ENTERPRISE (CISCO III)

This course is designed to provide students with classroom and laboratory experience in the computer networking field. In this course, students will learn about switches and routers, Local Area Networks (LANs) and Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) design, configuration, and maintenance.

Course Number: 164600Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: CISCO Small to Medium Business

CISCO DISCOVERY DESIGNING AND SUPPORTING COMPUTER NETWORKS (CISCO IV)

The culmination of the course is the Threaded Case Study, in which the student designs and supports a network using knowledge gained in the previous CISCO courses.

Course Number: 164800Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: CISCO Routing and Switching 3

ENERGY AND POWER FOUNDATIONS I

This course focuses on the origins and production of renewable and nonrenewable energy sources with an overview of energy and power career fields and cutting edge job opportunities. Thiscourse provides students with opportunities to directly test andevaluate theories and practices of energy systems.


ENERGY TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION II

This is a foundational course that begins after initial energy generation. The course continues from energy transmission to consumer usage and includes the introduction to AC/DC power,transformers, the electrical grid and Smart Grid, and consumer load on the system.

Course Number: 2486E0Grade Level: 10-11Pre-requisite: Energy and Power Foundations

ELECTRONICS AND CONTROL SYSTEMS III

This is an advanced course designed to provide training and skills necessary to understand energy control systems in the fields of transformers, switches, (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic andmechanical), breakers, panel boards, switchboards, and programmable logic controllers in both residential and industrial settings.

Course Number: 2487E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Energy Transmission and Distribution

ADVANCED SCIENCE & ENGINEERED SYSTEMS

This is an advanced course designed for students to becomebuilding technicians, design engineers, recreational engineers, electrical technicians, and CEO’s, while learning about real-world energy and power issues. Students will need to have a basic understanding of electricity (both AC/DC) and higher levelmathematics. This course incorporates knowledge of multiple sources of energy, engineered systems, societal impact and “thebusiness of energy.”

Course Number: 2488E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Electronics and Control Systems

HEALTH OCCUPATIONS

The Health Science Cluster offers a sequence of courses that provide coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and the relevant technical knowledge and

HEALTH CLUSTER

skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the

Health Science Career Cluster. It prepares students for careers in planning, managing and providing therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health informatics, support services and biotechnology research and development.

The Allied Health Concentration allows the student to explore careers focused primarily on changing the health status of the patient over time. Health professionals in this concentration work directly with patients; they may provide care, treatment and health education information.

FOUNDATIONS OF HEALTH SCIENCE

This course is designed to allow instructional content to focus on basic medical terminology, growth and development, nutrition, health maintenance practices and healthcare delivery systems. It is designed to provide the student with knowledge and technical skills required for infection control and the prevention of disease transmission, CPR and First Aid. Students will be provided with the opportunity to acquire certification in these areas. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts.


ADVANCED PRINCIPLES OF HEALTH SCIENCE

Instructional content will focus on healthcare safety, environmental safety processes and procedures, ethical and legal responsibilities and mathematical computations. Medical terminology and the reinforcement, expansion and enhancement of biology content specific to diseases and disorders are an integral part of the course. Instruction will incorporate project and problem based healthcare practices and procedures to demonstrate the importance of these skills. Students will develop basic technical skills required for all health career specialties including patient privacy, communication, teamwork and occupational safety and be provided with opportunities to obtain certifications in HIPPA/Data Privacy and health care safety. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts.


CLINICAL SPECIALTY I

Upon successful completion of the prerequisite courses in the Health Science Education concentration, students will be provided the opportunity in Clinical Specialty I to participate in a work-

based clinical experience. Students choose a health career specialty for in-depth study and must complete a minimum of 55-100 hours in an applicable clinical rotation. Instruction is guided by career-specific content standards and objectives that must be mastered before students are eligible to attain established credentials and/or industry validation. Within this course, students focus upon employability skills and career development, and apply healthcare information technology and technical skills. Instruction will incorporate project and problem-based healthcare practices and procedures to demonstrate the criticality of these skills. Due to healthcare industry standards, exemplary attendance is mandatory. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Must be taken with Clinical Specialty II.

Course Number: 0789E0

Grade Level: 12Pre-requisite: Foundations of Health Science and

Advanced Principles of Health Science

CLINICAL SPECIALTY II (2 CREDITS)

Upon successful completion of the prerequisite courses in the Health Science Education concentration, students will be provided

the opportunity in Clinical Specialty II to participate in a work-

based clinical experience. Students choose a health career specialty for in-depth study and must complete a minimum of 55-100 hours in an applicable clinical rotation. Instruction is guided by career-specific content standards and objectives that must be mastered before students are eligible to attain established credentials and/or industry validation. Within this course, students focus upon employability skills and career development, and apply healthcare information technology and technical skills. Instruction will incorporate project and problem-based healthcare practices and procedures to demonstrate the criticality of these skills. Due to healthcare industry standards, exemplary attendance is mandatory. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Specialization options: Certified Nursing Assistant and Pharmacy Technician

Course Number: 0790E0Grade Level: 12Pre-requisite: Foundations of Health Science and


(ELECTROGRAPH AND PHLEBOTOMY CLASSES MUST BE TAKEN OPPOSITE SEMESTER OF CLINICAL SPECIALTY I AND CLINICAL SPECIALTY II)

ELECTROCARDIOGRAPH TECHNICIANInstructional content will focus on basic operation of a 12-lead electrocardiograph machine, explanation of the Einthoven triangle related to the cardiac system. Students will identify the anatomic position of each of the chest leads, prepare a patient for a 12-Lead EKG, maintain the EKG machine and maintain EKG tracings in the patient's chart. The student will interpret and evaluate electrocardiogram tracing. Students participate in clinical practicum for the EKG Technician. Clinical experiences may occur in a variety of settings that utilize EKG monitors. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. (Must be taken with Phlebotomist)

Course Number: 0720E0Grade Level: 12Pre-Requisite: Foundations of Health Science and

Advanced Principles of Health SciencePHLEBOTOMIST

Instructional content will focus on performing laboratory duties requiring accuracy, timeliness and documentation. The student will be able to function in the laboratory setting utilizing these skills. This course will enhance the student's knowledge of safety procedures as they relate to phlebotomy. They will be provided with the knowledge and skills necessary in maintaining the standard procedures required for a laboratory. Legal and ethical issues to consider in the profession are an integral part of this course. The phlebotomist must be able to recognize appropriate methods for analyzing specimens. In this course the student will learn these methods in collecting and processing the specimen to be analyzed. This externship is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in a clinical, physician's office or laboratory setting. They are required to complete 120 hours in the externship in order to receive credit for the course. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to

develop an understanding of course concepts. (Must be taken with Electrocardiograph Technician)

Course Number: 0720E0Grade Level: 12Pre-Requisite: Foundations of Health Science and


PERSONAL AND FAMILY SERVICESStudents enrolled in the Child Development Specialist program

CONCENTRATION: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

The Early Childhood Education concentration focuses on the knowledge, skills, attitudes and practices of childhood development required for careers in the field of Early Childhood Education. Emphasis is placed on the integration of all aspects of development into best practices for nurturing children. This concentration prepares students for the Apprenticeship for Child Development Specialist (ACDS), Childhood Development Associate (CDA) and/or AAFCS Pre-PAC Certification in Early Childhood Education.

Students will utilize problem solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities. Teachers should provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction. Students are encouraged to become active members of a student organization such as FCCLA or FEA. The West Virginia Standards for Global 21 Learning include the following components: Global 21 Content, Literacy and Numeracy, Entrepreneurship, and Technology Standards. All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

PARENTING AND STRONG FAMILIES

This course is an introduction to families and effective parenting which also includes prenatal development, pregnancy, birth, and baby’s first year.


LIFE CONNECTIONS

This course is designed to provide students the knowledge, attitudes, and skills essential for success in the adult world.

Topics studied include personal values and self-assessment, career decisions, resource management, personal and family relationships, finding housing, nutrition, and parenting. Emphasis is placed on making good decisions, selecting a direction for life after high school, creative thinking, and practical problem solving as a preparation of facing personal and family problems.


EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION I

This course is designed to provide an overview of early childhood career paths, early childhood programs, regulatory requirements, universal precautions, child abuse and neglect, code of ethical conduct, mobility, motor skills, rough and tumble play, gaining competence, perceptual motor integration, representation,

nutrition, brain development, and outcomes of children’s play. Students will use reasoning processes, individually and collaboratively, to take responsible action in families, workplaces, and communities.


EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION II

This course is designed to explore ethical issues of early childhood education and social and cultural issues such as attachments, trust, temperament types, the secure base, separation, autonomy, initiative, social competence, building community relationships with adults, prosocial environment, scaffolding prosocial behavior, and social challenges. Students will use reasoning processes, individually and collaboratively, to take responsible action in families, workplaces, and communities.Course Number: 1004E0Grade Level: 10-11Pre-requisite: Early Childhood Education I

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION III

This course is designed to explore various perspectives on early childhood such as personal educational theory; professional practices; learning theory; learning through play; constructivism; social constructivism; and Erickson’s, Piaget’s, and Vygotsky’s theories. Students will use reasoning processes, individually and collaboratively, to take responsible action in families, workplaces, and communities.

Course Number: 1008E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Early Childhood Education I and II

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION IV

This course is designed to provide a review of previous concepts; investigate cognitive and intellectual concepts such as: language development, receptive and expressive language, bilingual development, symbolic thought, imagination, theory of mind, socio-dramatic play, metacommunication, multiple intelligences, literacy, print awareness, numeracy and inquiry; and develop opportunities for professional growth. Students will use reasoning processes, individually and collaboratively, to take responsible action in families, workplaces, and communities.

Course Number: 1009E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Early Childhood Education I, II, and III

JROTC

(Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps)

The JROTC concentration focuses on the values of citizenship and service, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment. Principles of effective communication and leadership will be integrated into developing character and fitness and building teamwork and self confidence. The discipline, traditions and customs of a designated branch of service will be emphasized.

Cadets utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course

HUMAN SERVICES CLUSTER

concepts. Teachers should provide each cadet with real world learning opportunities and instruction. Cadets are encouraged to become active members of the student organization SkillsUSA. The West Virginia Standards for Global 21 Learning include the following components: Global 21 Content, Literacy and Numeracy, Entrepreneurship, and Technology Standards. All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

JROTC I – CITIZENSHIP, CHARACTER AND TRADITIONS

This course is designed to investigate the mission and organization of a designated branch of service along with its history, traditions, customs and courtesies. The meaning, purpose and principles of conduct, discipline and standards are presented. Concepts of health, fitness and multiple dimensions of wellness are stressed as are other elements of citizenship and character.


JROTC II – COMMUNICATION AND AWARENESS

This course is designed to introduce communication skills as they relate to assuming leadership of individuals, groups and teams. Cadets will investigate problem solving, conflict management and resolution, developing others’ potential and project management. Global and cultural studies -- including issues such as terrorism, religion, environment, human rights, disease, and economics will be explored. Wellness, discipline and tradition standards are continued.

Course Number: 108000Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: JROTC I – Citizenship & Character

JROTC III – LIFE SKILLS AND CAREER INVESTIGATION

This course is designed to provide fundamental skills regarding responsible citizenship and adult activities such as financial and legal management, voting registration, career exploration and planning, job application processes and independent living skills. All career options will be presented and supported by individualized educational guidance. Principles of effective communication will be integrated into relationship skills and wellness and discipline and tradition standards will be continued.

Course Number: 108100Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: JROTC II–Communication & Awareness

JROTC IV – MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES

This course is designed to provide cadets with the principles and techniques of management and leadership through the planning, organizing, coordinating, directing and controlling of JROTC projects and activities. The history of management will be explored along with leadership styles and characteristics. Cadets will explore ethical management and leadership through case studies, role play activities, etc. Managing change, stress and innovation will be discussed. Wellness, discipline and tradition standards are continued.

Course Number: 106600Grade Level: 10-12Pre-requisite: JROTC III – Life Skills & Career

JROTC V - VIII

This class involves self-paced studies that build upon skills developed during previous levels of instruction. There is greater emphasis on student instruction time and special projects.

Course Numbers: 764500, 764600, 764700, 764800Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Successful completion of JROTC IV

CONCENTRATION: PROSTART RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT

The ProStart Restaurant Management concentration focuses on the skills needed for a successful employment in a restaurant environment. ProStart is a restaurant industry-driven curriculum developed by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation with input from thousands of restaurant professionals. ProStart curriculum integrates performance-based learning with academics, entrepreneurship, and technology skills to prepare students for successful employment in the 21st Century.

RESTAURANT AND CULINARY FOUNDATIONS

This course focuses on the basic preparation and service of safe food, basic introduction to industry safety standards, basic introduction to restaurant equipment, kitchen essentials in knife skills, stocks and sauces, and communication concepts in the restaurant industry.


RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT ESSENTIALS

This course is designed to focus on management essentials in the restaurant industry, guest service, food production, career exploration and pursuit.

Course Number: 1014E0Grade Level: 10-11Pre-requisite: Restaurant and Culinary Foundations

ADVANCED PRINCIPLES IN FOOD PRODUCTION

This course is designed to examine advanced food production, nutrition, and cost control. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts.

Course Number: 1019E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Restaurant Management Essentials

THE RESTAURANT PROFESSIONAL

This course is designed to provide content related global cuisine, sustainability, desserts and baked goods, and marketing.

Course Number: 1020E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Restaurant Management and Essentials

HOSPITALITY SERVICES

This course is designed to research and review career options and qualifications in hospitality services. Students will integrate hospitality skills, food service etiquette, and processes used by many enterprises, including individual and group settings, and food environments into hospitality service. Students will also practice good human relations skills including a good work ethic. Students utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in

hands-on activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Student will receive real world learning opportunities and instruction. Students are encouraged to become active members of a student organization, such as DECA, FCCLA, or Skills USA. The West Virginia Standards for Global 21 Learning include the following components: Global 21 Content, Literacy and Numeracy, Entrepreneurship, and Technology Standards.

Course Number: 1015E0Grade Level: 11-12Pre-requisite: Restaurant Management and Essentials

Preston High School Virtual School/Independent Study / Guidelines

Virtual Classes: 1. Students will only be permitted to take a virtual course if that course is not offered at PHS, or, if the

course is offered at PHS, and there is a valid conflict in the students schedule preventing them from taking the course by the PHS instructor.

2. Students may only take 1 (one) virtual school class at a time with a maximum of two per year. A student must complete one virtual class before beginning the second course.

3. Any and all virtual school classes must be WVDE approved and arranged in consultation with your counselor and principal.

4. Students must meet the guidelines as set forth by the WVDE in order to take a virtual school class. (See application)

5. Virtual credit classes will be taken during an assigned period at PHS OR after school on the student's own time. (If a student elects to take a Virtual class on their own time, the student must still take a full schedule of 4 classes per semester, as per WVDE and Preston County policies.)

Credit Recovery: 1. In order to participate in the Credit Recovery Program at PHS a student must have failed a class in

order to re-take it in Credit Recovery. See your assigned counselor for times and dates.2. Due to limited seating:

Seniors will be given first choice. Students needing two or more credits will be given priority next.

Independent Study: SENIORS ONLY1. Any student needing/wanting to take a course through Independent Study must make every

attempt to take that course through the WVDE Virtual Schools Program first. 2. If the course is not available through the WVDE Virtual Schools Program, the student may only

take a course that is: currently being taught at PHS taught by a certified teacher of that course

In addition, the student must take the course during the regular instructional day and not during the instructor's planning period.

3. An Independent Study course will need the approval of the principal, counselor, AND the instructor who would be doing the Independent Study.

4. An independent study course will only be granted during the senior year if it is needed for graduation, to be a completer, or to be adequately prepared for college.

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