CAREER & TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

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CTE 1

CAREER & TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

CA40N1 Small Animal Management (SMANIMGT)

PEIMS #13000400 Recommended Grade Placement: 10-12 1 credit – state

Schools Offering (El Dorado)

To be prepared for careers in the field of animal science, students need to enhance academic knowledge and skills, acquire knowledge and skills related to animal systems, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills in a variety of settings. Suggested small animals which may be included in the course of study include, but are not limited to, small mammals, amphibians, reptiles, avian, dogs, and cats.

CA60N1

Veterinary Medical Applications

(VETMEDAP)

To be prepared for careers in the field of animal science, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to animal systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills and technologies in a variety of settings. Topics covered in this course include, but are not limited to, veterinary practices as they relate to both large and small animal species.

CA70N1 Advanced Animal Science (ADVANSCI)

This course is recommended for students in Grade 12. Recommended prerequisite: a minimum of one credit from the courses in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources cluster. To receive credit in science, students must meet the 40% laboratory and fieldwork requirement identified in §74.3(b)(2)(C) of this title (relating to Description of a Required Secondary Curriculum).

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CTE 2

CA18N1 Principles and Elements of Floral Design (PEFLDSN)

To be prepared for careers in floral design, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge as well as technical knowledge and skills related to horticultural systems and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply and transfer their knowledge and skills and technologies in a variety of settings. This course is designed to develop students' ability to identify and demonstrate the principles and techniques related to floral design as well as develop an understanding of the management of floral enterprises.

CA19N1 Landscape Design and Turf Grass Management (LNDTGMGT)

To be prepared for careers in horticultural systems, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to horticultural systems and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills and technologies in a variety of settings. This course is designed to develop an understanding of landscape and turf grass management techniques and practices.

CA20N1 Horticulture Science (HORTSCI)

To be prepared for careers in horticultural systems, students need to attain academic skills and knowledge, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to horticulture and the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills in a variety of settings. This course is designed to develop an understanding of common horticultural management practices as they relate to food and ornamental plant production.

CA21N1 Advanced Plant and Soil Science (ADVPSSCI)

1. Plant and Soil Science provides a way of learning about the natural world. Students should know how plant and soil science has influenced a vast body of knowledge, that there are still applications to be discovered, and that plant and soil science is the basis for many other fields of science.

2. Investigations, laboratory practices, and field exercises will be used to develop an understanding of current plant and soil science.

3. This course is designed to prepare students for careers in the food and fiber industry. Students will learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge in a scientific setting.

CA25N2 Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (PRACAFNR)

PEIMS #13002500 Recommended Grade Placement: 11-12 2 credits – state

The practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experiences such as employment, independent study, internships, assistantships, mentorships, or laboratories.

CA26N2 Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources II (PRACAFN2)

PEIMS #13002510 Recommended Grade Placement: 12 2 credits - state

The practicum is designed to give students additional supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experiences such as employment, independent study, internships, assistantships, mentorships, or laboratories.

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CTE 3

Architecture & Construction

CB46N1 Architectural Design (ARCHDSN)

Schools Offering (All Campuses)

In Architectural Design, students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter a career in architecture and construction or prepare a foundation toward a postsecondary degree in 19 architecture, construction science, drafting, interior design, and landscape architecture. Architectural design includes the knowledge of the design, design history, techniques, and tools related to the production of drawings, renderings, and scaled models for commercial or residential architectural purposes.

CB47N2 Advanced Architectural Design (ADVARCH)

In Advanced Architectural Design, students gain advanced knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter a career in architecture and construction or prepare a foundation toward a postsecondary degree in architecture, construction science, drafting, interior design, and landscape architecture. Advanced Architectural design includes the advanced knowledge of the design, design history, techniques, and tools related to the production of drawings, renderings, and scaled models for commercial or residential architectural purposes.

CB48N2 Practicum in Architectural Design (PRACADSN)

PEIMS #13004800 Recommended Grade Placement: 12 2 credits – state

Practicum in Architectural Design is an occupationally specific course designed to provide technical instruction in architectural design. Safety and career opportunities are included in addition to work ethics and architectural design study.

CB51N1 Construction Technology (CONSTECH)

Schools Offering (Montwood and Socorro)

In Construction Technology, students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force as carpenters or building maintenance supervisors or prepare for a postsecondary degree in

construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students acquire knowledge and skills in safety, tool usage, building materials, codes, and framing.

CB52N2 Advanced Construction Technology (ADVCONST)

Schools Offering (Montwood and Socorro)

In Advanced Construction Technology, students gain advanced knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force as carpenters, building maintenance technicians, or supervisors or prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students build on the knowledge base from Construction Technology and are introduced to exterior and interior finish out skills.

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CTE 4

CB53N2 Mill and Cabinetmaking Technology (MACTECH)

Schools Offering (Montwood)

In Mill and Cabinetmaking Technology, students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force in the area of mill work and cabinet manufacturing and installation. The student may also apply these skills to professions in carpentry or building maintenance supervision or use the skills as a foundation for a postsecondary degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering. Students acquire knowledge and skills in cabinet design, tool usage, jointing methods, finishes, and numerical and computer control production methods.

CB56N1 Electrical Technology (ELECTECH)

Schools Offering (Americas, Montwood, and Socorro)

In Electrical Technology, students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force as an electrician or building maintenance supervisor or prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction. Students acquire knowledge and skills in safety, electrical theory, tools, codes, installation of electrical equipment, and the reading of electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications.

CB57N2 Advanced Electrical Technology (ADVELECT)

In Advanced Electrical Technology, students gain advanced knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force as an electrician or building maintenance technician or supervisor or prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction. Students acquire knowledge and skills in safety, electrical theory, tools, codes, installation of electrical equipment, alternating current and direct current motors, conductor installation, installation of electrical services, and electric lighting installation.

CB58N1 Heating Ventilation and Refrigeration Technology (HVAC)(HVACREF)

In Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology, students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the industry as technicians in the HVAC and refrigeration industry or building maintenance technician or supervisor or prepare for a postsecondary degree. Students acquire knowledge and skills in safety, principles of HVAC theory, tools, codes, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration equipment.

CB59N2 Advanced Heating Ventilation and Refrigeration Technology (HVAC)(ADVHVAC)

In Advanced Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technology, students gain advanced knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the industry as HVAC and

refrigeration technicians or building maintenance technicians or supervisors or prepare for a postsecondary degree. Students acquire knowledge and skills in safety, electrical theory, tools, codes, installation of commercial HVAC equipment, heat pumps, troubleshooting techniques, various duct systems, and maintenance practices.

CB62N2 Practicum in Construction Management (PRACCONS)

Practicum in Construction Management is an occupationally specific course designed to provide classroom technical instruction or on-the-job training experiences. Safety and career opportunities are included in addition to work ethics and job-related study in the classroom.

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CTE 5

Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

CC83N1 Animation (ANIMAT)

PEIMS #13008300 Recommended Grade Placement: 10-11 1 credit - state

Careers in animation span all aspects of motion graphics. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and

Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the history and techniques of the animation industry.

CC84N2 Advanced Animation (ADVANIM)

PEIMS #13008400 Recommended Grade Placement: 11-12 2 credits - state

Schools Offering (Americas HS – 2012-13)

Careers in animation span all aspects of motion graphics. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and

Communications career cluster, students will be expected to create two- and three- dimensional animations. The instruction also assists students seeking careers in the animation industry.

CC85N1 Audio/Video Production (AVPROD)

Careers in audio and video technology and film production span all aspects of the audio/video

communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on pre-production, production, and post-production audio and video activities.

CC86N2 Advanced Audio/Video Production (ADVADPRO)

communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of the industry with a focus on pre-production,

production, and post-production activities. This course may be implemented in an advanced audio format or an advanced format, including both audio and video.

CC87N2 Practicum in Audio/Video Production (PRACAVT)

communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an increasing understanding of the industry with a focus on applying pre-production, production, and post-production audio and video activities in a studio environment. This course may be implemented in an advanced audio, video, or animation format. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities.

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CTE 6

CC88N1 Graphic Design and Illustration (GRAPHDI)

Schools Offering (Americas)

Careers in graphic design and illustration span all aspects of the advertising and visual communications industries. Within this context, in addition to developing knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on fundamental elements and principles of visual art and design.

CC89N2 Advanced Graphic Design and Illustration 11-12 (ADVGRADI)

PEIMS #13008900 Recommended Grade Placement: 2 credits – state

Careers in graphic design and illustration span all aspects of the advertising and visual communications industries. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of the industry with a focus on mastery of content knowledge and skills.

CC90N2 Practicum in Graphic Design and Illustration 12 (PRACGRADI)

PEIMS #13009000 Recommended Grade Placement: 2 credits – state

Careers in graphic design and illustration span all aspects of the advertising and visual communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop a technical understanding of the industry with a focus on skill proficiency. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities.

CC93N1 Fashion Design (FASHDSN)

Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of fashion and the textile and apparel industries.

CC94N2 Advanced Fashion Design (ADVFASHD)

Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of fashion, with emphasis on design and production.

CC93C2 CTEDFashion Design (Textiles and Sewing) (FASHDSN)

Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an understanding of fashion and the textile and apparel industries.

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CC94C2 CTED Advanced Fashion Design (Textiles and Sewing) (ADVFASHD)

Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of fashion, with emphasis on design and production.

CC95N2 Practicum in Fashion Design (PRACFASH)

Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced technical understanding of the business aspects of fashion, with emphasis on promotion and retailing. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities. CC95C2 CTED Practicum in Fashion Design (Textiles and Sewing) (PRACFASH)

PEIMS #13009500 Recommended Grade Placement: 11 2 credit – state

Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced technical understanding of the business aspects of fashion, with emphasis on promotion and retailing. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities. CC95C2 CTED Practicum in Fashion Design II (Textiles and Sewing) (PRACFAS2)

Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced technical understanding of the business aspects of fashion, with emphasis on promotion and retailing. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities.

CC99N1

Professional Communications (PROFCOMM)

PEIMS #13009900 Recommended Grade Placement: 9-1 .5 credit – state

CC99D1 Dual Credit – EPCC – SPCH 1315 (Fundamentals of Effective Speech)

Professional Communications blends written, oral, and graphic communication in a career-based environment. Careers in the global economy require individuals to be creative and have a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong and solid academic foundation, and a proficiency in professional oral and written communication. Within this context, students will be expected to develop and expand the ability to write, read, edit, speak, listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics, and conduct Internet research.

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CTE 8

Business, Management, & Administration

CD12N1 Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance (PRINBMF)

CD12D1 - Dual Credit – EPCC - ITC1301 (Introduction to Computers)

In Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance, students gain knowledge and skills in economies and private enterprise systems, the impact of global business, marketing of goods and services, advertising, and product pricing. Students analyze the sales process and financial management principles. This course allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems and settings in business, marketing, and finance.

CD13C1 CTEDTouch System Data Entry (TSDATAE)

Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies. Students enhance reading, writing, computing, communication, and reasoning skills and apply them to the business

environment. Students will need to apply touch system data entry for production of business documents.

CD14N1 Business Information Management I (BUSIM1)

Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce and postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create word-processing documents, develop a spreadsheet, formulate a database, and make an electronic presentation using appropriate software.

CD14C1 CTEDBusiness Information Management I (BUSIM1)

Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce and postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create word-processing documents, develop a spreadsheet, formulate a database, and make an electronic presentation using appropriate software.

CD15N1 Business Information Management II (BUSIM2)

Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create complex word-processing documents, develop sophisticated spreadsheets using charts and graphs, and make an electronic presentation using appropriate multimedia software.

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CTE 9

CD15C1 CTEDBusiness Information Management II (BUSIM2)

Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create complex word-processing documents, develop sophisticated spreadsheets using charts and graphs, and make an electronic presentation using appropriate multimedia software.

CD17N1 Business Law (BUSLAW)

Students analyze the social responsibility of business and industry regarding the significant issues relating to the legal environment, business ethics, torts, contracts, negotiable financial instruments, personal property, sales, warranties, business organizations, concept of agency and employment, and real property. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of contemporary legal issues. Students incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includes the legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical, and international dimensions of business to make appropriate business decisions.

CD19N1 Human Resources Management (HRMGT)

Students recognize, evaluate, and prepare for a rapidly evolving global business environment that requires flexibility and adaptability. Students analyze the primary functions of human resources management, which include recruitment, selection, training, development, and compensation. Topics will incorporate social responsibility of business and industry. Students develop a foundation in the economical, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of human resources in order to become competent managers, employees, and entrepreneurs. Students incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includes the legal, managerial, financial, ethical, and international dimensions of business to make appropriate human resources decisions.

CD20N1 Virtual Business (VIRTBUS)

Students incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includes the legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical, and international dimensions of business to make appropriate business decisions. Students will be able to identify steps needed to locate customers, set fees, and develop client contracts. Student will be able to provide administrative, creative, and technical services using advanced technological modes of

communication and data delivery. The student builds a functional website that incorporates the essentials of a virtual business.

CD22N3 Practicum in Business Management (PRACBM)

PEIMS #13012200 Recommended Grade Placement: 12 3credits – state

The Practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences occur in a paid or unpaid arrangement and a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students implement personal and interpersonal skills to strengthen individual performance in the workplace and in society and to make a successful transition to the workforce or postsecondary education. Students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies.

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CTE 10

Education & Training

CE42N1 Principles of Education and Training (PRINEDTR)

Principles of Education and Training is a course designed to introduce learners to the various careers available within the education and training career cluster. Students use self-knowledge and educational and career information to analyze various careers within the education and training career cluster. Students will also gain an understanding of the basic knowledge and skills essential to careers within the education and training career cluster. Students will develop a graduation plan that leads to a specific career choice in the student's interest area.

CE43N1 Human Growth and Development (HUGRDEV)

Human Growth and Development is an examination of human development across the lifespan with emphasis upon research, theoretical perspectives, and common physical, cognitive, emotional, and social developmental milestones. The course covers material that is generally taught in a postsecondary, one-semester introductory course in developmental psychology or human development.

CE44N1 Instructional Practices in Education and Training (INPREDTR)

Instructional Practices in Education and Training is a field-based internship that provides students with background knowledge of child and adolescent development as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with

knowledge of early childhood education and exemplary educators or trainers in direct instructional roles with elementary-, middle school-, and high school-aged students. Students learn to plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, develop materials for educational environments, assist with record keeping, and complete other responsibilities of teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other educational personnel.

CE45N2 Practicum in Education and Training (PRACEDTR)

Practicum in Education and Training is a field-based internship that provides students background knowledge of child and adolescent development principles as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students in the course work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood education and exemplary educators in direct instructional roles with elementary-, middle school-, and high school-aged students. Students learn to plan and direct

individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, make physical arrangements, and complete other responsibilities of classroom teachers, trainers,

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CTE 11

CE46N2 Practicum in Education and TrainingII (PRACEDTR)

CE46D2 Dual Credit – EPCC - EDUC1300 (Mastering Academic Excellence)

Practicum in Education and Training II is a field-based internship that provides students background knowledge of child and adolescent development principles as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students in the course work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood education and exemplary educators in direct instructional roles with elementary-, middle school-, and high school-aged students. Students learn to plan and direct

individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, make physical arrangements, and complete other responsibilities of classroom teachers, trainers,

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CTE 12

Finance

CF63N1 Banking and Financial Services (BANKFIN)

Students develop knowledge and skills in the economical, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of banking to become competent consumers, employees, and entrepreneurs. Students incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includes the operations, sales, and management of banking institutions to gain a complete understanding of how banks function within society.

CF66N1 Accounting I (ACCOUNT1)

CF67D1 Dual Credit – EPCC – ACCT 2301 (Principles of Accounting)

Students investigate the field of accounting, including how it is impacted by industry standards as well as economic, financial, technological, international, social, legal, and ethical factors. Students reflect on this knowledge as they engage in the process of recording, classifying, summarizing, analyzing, and

communicating accounting information. Students formulate and interpret financial information for use in management decision making.

CF67N1 Accounting II (ACCOUNT2)

Students continue the investigation of the field of accounting, including how it is impacted by industry standards as well as economic, financial, technological, international, social, legal, and ethical factors. Students reflect on this knowledge as they engage in various managerial and cost accounting activities. Students formulate and interpret financial information for use in management decision making.

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CTE 13

Health Science

CH07N1 Medical Microbiology (MICRO)

Schools Offering (Socorro HPA)

(1) Medical Microbiology. Students in Medical Microbiology explore the microbial world, studying topics such as pathogenic and non-pathogenic microorganisms, laboratory procedures, identifying

microorganisms, drug resistant organisms, and emerging diseases.

(2) Nature of science. Science, as defined by the National Academy of Sciences, is the "use of evidence to construct testable explanations and predictions of natural phenomena, as well as the knowledge generated through this process." This vast body of changing and increasing knowledge is described by physical, mathematical, and conceptual models. Students should know that some questions are outside the realm of science because they deal with phenomena that are not scientifically testable.

(3) Scientific inquiry. Scientific inquiry is the planned and deliberate investigation of the natural world. Scientific methods of investigation are experimental, descriptive, or comparative. The method chosen should be appropriate to the question being asked.

(4) Science and social ethics. Scientific decision making is a way of answering questions about the natural world. Students should be able to distinguish between scientific decision-making methods (scientific methods) and ethical and social decisions that involve science (the application of scientific information). (5) Science, systems, and models. A system is a collection of cycles, structures, and processes that interact. All systems have basic properties that can be described in space, time, energy, and matter. Change and constancy occur in systems as patterns and can be observed, measured, and modeled. These patterns help to make predictions that can be scientifically tested. Students should analyze a system in terms of its

components and how these components relate to each other, to the whole, and to the external environment.

CH04N2 Health Science (HLTHSCI)

Schools Offering (Socorro)

(1) The Health Science course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will have hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. The course may be taught by different methodologies such as clinical rotation and career preparation learning.

(2) To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should recognize, learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, and communicate effectively. Students should recognize that quality health care depends on the ability to work well with others.

(3) The health science industry is comprised of diagnostic, therapeutic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems that function individually and collaboratively to provide comprehensive health care. Students should identify the employment opportunities, technology, and safety requirements of each system. Students are expected to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a health science career through further education and employment.

(4) Professional integrity in the health science industry is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities. Students are expected to employ their ethical and legal responsibilities, recognize limitations, and understand the implications of their actions.

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CTE 14

CH05N2 Practicum in Health Science I (Clinical Rotations) (PRACHLSC)

(1) The Practicum is designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. All students enrolled in HST will perform Clinical Rotations during their Junior year. (2) To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, and communicate effectively. Students should recognize that quality health care depends on the ability to work well with others.

(4) Professional integrity in the health science industry is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities. Students are expected to employ their ethical and legal responsibilities and limitations and understand the implications of their actions.

CH10N2 Practicum in Health Science II (EMT) (PRACHLS2)

CH10D2 Dual Credit – EPCC - EMSP1501 (Emergency Medical Technician Basic) and EMSP1160 (Emergency Medical Technician Clinicals)

(1) The Practicum is designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience.

(2) To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, and communicate effectively. Students should recognize that quality health care depends on the ability to work well with others.

CH11N2 Practicum in Health Science II (Pre-Dentistry) (PRACHLS2)

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CH12N2 Practicum in Health Science II (Pharmacy Tech.) (PRACHLS2)

CH06N1 Anatomy and Physiology (ANATPHYS)

(1) Anatomy and Physiology. In Anatomy and Physiology, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Anatomy and Physiology study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis.

CH07N1 Medical Microbiology (MICRO)

Schools Offering (El Dorado and Socorro)

(1) Medical Microbiology. Students in Medical Microbiology explore the microbial world, studying topics such as pathogenic and non-pathogenic microorganisms, laboratory procedures, identifying

microorganisms, drug resistant organisms, and emerging diseases.

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CTE 16

Scientific methods of investigation are experimental, descriptive, or comparative. The method chosen should be appropriate to the question being asked.

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CTE 17

CH08N1 Pathophysiology (PATHO)

Schools Offering (El Dorado and Socorro)

(1) Pathophysiology. In Pathophysiology, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use

scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students in Pathophysiology study disease processes and how humans are affected. Emphasis is placed on prevention and treatment of disease. Students will differentiate between normal and abnormal physiology.

CH09N1 World Health Research (WORLDHR)

Schools Offering (No Campuses)

This course examines major world health problems and emerging technologies as solutions to these medical concerns. The course is designed to improve students' understanding of the cultural, infrastructural, political, educational, and technological constraints and inspire ideas for appropriate technological

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CTE 18

PROJECT LEAD THE WAY – BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE (Eastlake)

CH12N1 Principles of Biomedical Sciences (EDD)

PEIMS # N1303749 Recommended Grade Placement: 9 1 credit – state

School Offering: (Eastlake)

Student work involves the study of human medicine, research processes, an introduction to bioinformatics, and the use of computer science, mathematics, and information theory to model and analyze biological systems. Students investigate the human body systems and various health conditions including: heart disease, diabetes, sickle-cell disease, hypercholesterolemia, and infectious diseases. They determine the factors that led to the death of a fictional person, and investigate lifestyle choices and medical treatments that might have prolonged the person’s life. Key biological concepts including homeostasis, metabolism, inheritance of traits, feedback systems, and defense against disease are embedded in the curriculum. Engineering principles including the design process, feedback loops, and the relationship of structure to function are incorporated in the curriculum. This course is designed to provide an overview of all the courses in the Biomedical Sciences program and lay the scientific foundation for subsequent courses.

CH13N1 Human Body Systems (DATAAA)

School Offering: (Eastlake)

Students engage in the study of the processes, structures, and interactions of the human body systems. Important concepts in the course include: communication, transport of substances, locomotion, metabolic processes, defense, and protection. The central theme is how the body systems work together to maintain homeostasis and good health. The systems are studied as “parts of a whole,” working together to keep the amazing human machine functioning at an optimal level. Students design experiments, investigate the structures and functions of body systems, and use data acquisition software to monitor body functions such as muscle movement, reflex and voluntary actions, and respiratory operation. Students work through interesting real-world cases and play the role of biomedical professionals to solve medical mysteries.

CH14N1 Medical Interventions (ENGTDF)

Students investigate a variety of interventions involved in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease as they follow the lives of a fictitious family. The course is a “How-To” manual for maintaining overall health and homeostasis in the body as students explore how to prevent and fight infection; how to screen and evaluate the code in human DNA; how to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer; and how to prevail when the organs of the body begin to fail. These scenarios expose students to the wide range of

interventions related to immunology, surgery, genetics, pharmacology, medical devices, and diagnostics. Each family case scenario introduces multiple types of interventions and reinforces concepts learned in the previous two courses, as well as presenting new content. Interventions may range from simple diagnostic tests to treatment of complex diseases and disorders. These interventions are showcased across generations of a family and provide a look at the past, present and future of biomedical sciences. Lifestyle choices and preventive measures are emphasized throughout the course as are the important roles scientific thinking and engineering design play in the development of interventions of the future.

CH15N1 Biomedical Innovations (TXPRENG1)

Students apply their knowledge and skills to answer questions and solve problems related to the biomedical sciences. In this capstone course, they may consult with a mentor or advisor from a university, hospital, physician’s office, or industry. Students are expected to present the results of their work to an adult audience, which may include representatives from the local healthcare or business community or the school’s Partnership Team.

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Hospitality

CI24N1 Restaurant Management (RESTMGT)

This course will emphasize the principles of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the management of a variety of food service operations. The course will provide insight into the operation of a well-run restaurant. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations.

CI24C1 CTEDRestaurant Management (RESTMGT)

Schools Offering (Options)

This course will emphasize the principles of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the management of a variety of food service operations. The course will provide insight into the operation of a well-run restaurant. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations.

CI26N2 Culinary Arts (CULARTS)

Culinary Arts begins with the fundamentals and principles of the art of cooking and the science of baking and includes management and production skills and techniques. Students can pursue a national sanitation certification, a Texas culinary specialist certification, or any other appropriate industry certification. This course may be offered as a laboratory-based or internship course. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations.

CI26C2 CTED Culinary Arts (CULARTS)

Culinary Arts begins with the fundamentals and principles of the art of cooking and the science of baking and includes management and production skills and techniques. Students can pursue a national sanitation certification, a Texas culinary specialist certification, or any other appropriate industry certification. This course may be offered as a laboratory-based or internship course. Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations.

CI27N2 Practicum in Culinary Arts (PRACCUL)

This course is a unique practicum that provides occupationally specific opportunities for students to participate in a learning experience that combines classroom instruction with actual business and industry career experiences. Practicum in Culinary Arts integrates academic and career and technical education; provides more interdisciplinary instruction; and supports strong partnerships among schools, businesses, and community institutions with the goal of preparing students with a variety of skills in a fast-changing workplace.

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CI27C3 CTED Practicum in Culinary Arts (PRACCUL)

This course is a unique practicum that provides occupationally specific opportunities for students to participate in a learning experience that combines classroom instruction with actual business and industry career experiences. Practicum in Culinary Arts integrates academic and career and technical education; provides more interdisciplinary instruction; and supports strong partnerships among schools, businesses, and community institutions with the goal of preparing students with a variety of skills in a fast-changing workplace.

CI30N1 Food Science (FOODSCI)

School Offering (All Campuses)

Food Science. In Food Science students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Food Science is the study of the nature of foods, the causes of deterioration, the principles underlying food processing, and the improvement of foods for the consuming public.

CI30C1 CTED Food Science (FOODSCI)

Food Science. In Food Science students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Food Science is the study of the nature of foods, the causes of deterioration, the principles underlying food processing, and the improvement of foods for the consuming public.

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Human Services

CJ43N1 Dollars and Sense (DOLLARSE)

13024300 Recommended Grade Placement: 11 ½ credit

Dollars and Sense focuses on consumer practices and responsibilities, the money management process, decision-making skills, impact of technology, and preparation for human services careers. Students are encouraged to participate in career and technical student organizations and other leadership organizations.

CJ44N1 Interpersonal Studies (INTERSTU)

This course examines how the relationships between individuals and among family members significantly affect the quality of life. Students use knowledge and skills in family studies and human development to enhance personal development, foster quality relationships, promote wellness of family members, manage multiple adult roles, and pursue careers related to counseling and mental health services.

CJ45N1 Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness (LNURTWEL)

This laboratory course allows students to use principles of lifetime wellness and nutrition to help them make informed choices that promote wellness as well as pursue careers related to hospitality and tourism, education and training, human services, and health sciences.

Students are encouraged to participate in extended learning experiences such as career and technical student organizations and other leadership or extracurricular organizations.

CJ46N1 Counseling and Mental Health (COUNSMH)

Students model the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a counseling and mental health career through simulated environments. Students are expected to apply knowledge of ethical and legal responsibilities, limitations, and the implications of their actions. Professional integrity in counseling and mental health care is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities.

CJ47N1 Child Development (CHILDDEV)

This technical laboratory course addresses knowledge and skills related to child growth and development from prenatal through school-age children, equipping students with child development skills. Students use these skills to promote the well-being and healthy development of children and investigate careers related

CJ48N1 Child Guidance (CHILDGUI)

This technical laboratory course addresses the knowledge and skills related to child growth and guidance equipping students to develop positive relationships with children and effective caregiver skills. Students use these skills to promote the well-being and healthy development of children, strengthen a culturally diverse society, and pursue careers related to the care, guidance, and education of children, including those with special needs.

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CJ50C2 Practicum in Human Services (PRACHUSR)

Practicum in Human Services provides occupationally specific training and focuses on the development of consumer services, early childhood development and services, counseling and mental health services, and family and community services careers. Content for Practicum in Human Services is designed to meet the occupational preparation needs and interests of students and should be based upon the knowledge and skills selected from two or more courses in a coherent sequence in the human services cluster as well as the essential knowledge and skills described in subsection (c) of this section for communication, critical thinking, problem solving, information technology, ethical and legal responsibilities, leadership, teamwork, and entrepreneurship.

CJ51C1 CTED Introduction to Cosmetology (Nail Technology) (INTCOSMO)

Schools Offering (East Lake High School)

Students explore areas such as bacteriology, sterilization and sanitation, hair styling, manicuring,

shampooing and the principles of hair cutting, hair styling, hair coloring, skin care, and facial makeup. The student researches careers in the personal care services industry. To prepare for success, students must have skills relative to this industry, as well as academic knowledge and skills. Students may begin to earn clock hours toward state licensing requirements.

CJ52N3 Cosmetology I (COSMET1)

Students coordinate integration of academic, career, and technical knowledge and skills in this laboratory instructional sequence course designed to provide job-specific training for employment in cosmetology careers. Instruction includes sterilization and sanitation procedures, hair care, nail care, and skin care and meets the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requirements for licensure upon passing the state examination. Analysis of career opportunities, requirements, expectations, and development of workplace skills are included.

CJ52C3 CTED Cosmetology I (Nail Technology) (COSMET1)

Schools Offering (TBA)

Students coordinate integration of academic, career, and technical knowledge and skills in this laboratory instructional sequence course designed to provide job-specific training for employment in cosmetology careers. Instruction includes sterilization and sanitation procedures, hair care, nail care, and skin care and meets the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requirements for licensure upon passing the state examination. Analysis of career opportunities, requirements, expectations, and development of workplace skills are included.

CJ53N3 Cosmetology II (COSMET2)

Students review academic knowledge and skills related to cosmetology. This course is designed to provide advanced training for employment in cosmetology careers. Instruction includes advanced training in sterilization and sanitation processes, hair care, nail care, and skin care and meets the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requirements for licensure upon passing the state examination. Students apply, combine, and justify knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems.

CJ53C3 CTED Cosmetology II (Nail Technology) (COSMET2)

Students review academic knowledge and skills related to cosmetology. This course is designed to provide advanced training for employment in cosmetology careers. Instruction includes advanced training in sterilization and sanitation processes, hair care, nail care, and skin care and meets the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requirements for licensure upon passing the state examination. Students apply, combine, and justify knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems.