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Agriculture Exploration

Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 9-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:  

This course is a Project Based Learning course (PBL). This course is designed as an exploration of the agriculture career pathways. Students will get an introduction to agriculture careers so that they can better assess which pathway to pursue. In this course students explore basic concepts in the broad areas of agribusiness and agriscience, as well as career options in each area. Students study the concepts of horticulture, natural resources, and livestock production, in addition to other common agriculture related topics. Students complete projects to develop a deeper understanding of the role of agriculture in our society.

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Agriculture Exploration

Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 9-12 

Prerequisite(s): None 

Course Description:  

This course is a Project Based Learning course (PBL). This course is designed as an exploration of the agriculture career pathways. Students will get an introduction to agriculture careers so that they can better assess which pathway to pursue. In this course students explore basic concepts in the broad areas of agribusiness and agriscience, as well as career options in each area. Students study the concepts of horticulture, natural resources, and livestock production, in addition to other common agriculture related topics. Students complete projects to develop a deeper understanding of the role of agriculture in our society.

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  .5 credit 

Grades: 10-12 

Prerequisite(s): 

Course Description:   Instructs students in the basics of maintenance of heavy equipment. Students will learn about engines, hydraulic systems, powertrain systems, lubricants and electrical systems. They will also be taught preventative maintenance, how to use parts and technical manuals, shop safety and tools.

Notes:  Completion of this course, along with Basic Equipment Fundamentals and Basic Grade & Construction Math, at a C or better makes the student eligible for a Pre-Apprenticeship Certification endorsed by Local 139–International Union of Operating Engineers. / Completion of this course at a B or better can earn apprenticeship credit at Fox Valley Technical College.

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Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 1.0 credit

Grades: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description: Dreaming of starting your own business? This course is designed to inspire and nurture the entrepreneurial spirit. Students will examine the entrepreneurial process and characteristics of successful entrepreneurs, how to identify and evaluate entrepreneurial opportunities, and the critical elements of an effective business plan -- including management, marketing, and financial data. So whether you dream of a new business, or have a plan that needs further development, this course can help you reach your goals.

Note: Dual Credit can be earned through Madison College.

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   1st Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit:  1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisites: Teacher/school counselor recommendation required     
  
Course Description: This course guides students to a deeper understanding of biological concepts including the diversity and unity of life, energy and the processes of life, homeostasis, and genetics. Students learn about regulation, communication, and signaling in living organisms, as well as interactions of biological systems. Students carry out a number of learning activities, including readings, interactive exercises, extension activities, hands-on laboratory experiments, and practice assessments. These activities are designed to help students gain an understanding of the science process and critical-thinking skills necessary to answer questions on the AP Biology Exam. The content aligns to the sequence of topics recommended by the College Board.      

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   1st Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisites: Success in Chemistry and Algebra II, and teacher/school counselor recommendation.

Course Description: Students solve chemical problems by using mathematical formulation principles and chemical calculations in addition to laboratory experiments. They build on their general understanding of chemical principles and engage in a more in-depth study of the nature and reactivity of matter. Students focus on the structure of atoms, molecules, and ions, and then go on to analyze the relationship between molecular structure and chemical and physical properties. To investigate this relationship, students examine the molecular composition of common substances and learn to transform them through chemical reactions with increasingly predictable outcomes. Students prepare for the AP Exam. The course content aligns to the sequence of topics recommended by the College Board.                        

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   1st Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Prerequisites: Two years of high school laboratory science, including life science and physical science, along with at least one year of algebra    

Course Description: The AP Environmental Science course is designed to engage students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships within the natural world. The course requires that students identify and analyze natural and human-made environmental problems, evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them. Environmental science is interdisciplinary, embracing topics from geology, biology, environmental studies, environmental science, chemistry, and geography. The AP Environmental Science course is designed to be the equivalent of a one-semester, introductory college course in environmental science.

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Course Length:  Yearlong Course   1st Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Grade Level: 11-12

Course Description: AP® Psychology provides an overview of current psychological research methods and theories. Students will explore the therapies used by professional counselors and clinical psychologists and examine the reasons for normal human reactions: how people learn and think, the process of human development and human aggression, altruism, intimacy, and self-reflection. They will study core psychological concepts, such as the brain and sense functions, and learn to gauge human reactions, gather information, and form meaningful syntheses. The course exposes students to facts, research, appropriate terminology, and major figures in the world of psychology. The equivalent of a 100-level college survey course, AP Psychology prepares students for the AP Exam and for further studies in psychology and life sciences.