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Course Catalog

Careers in Education CTE 440170

Fine Art, Education
BCHS 11-12 20 Y G N
Lang, CTE Capstone
Offered At Grades Credits College Credit Pre/Co-Req AP/H Grad Req A-G Repeatable CTE Pathway

This course introduces the philosophical, social, and historical roots of education in America, as well as explores current issues and
challenges. An introduction to educational theories and research-based projects is provided. Students will also learn the professional
norms, skill, and competencies related to careers in education. This course is designed to provide junior and senior students with a
deeper understanding of human development and effective educational practices by incorporating a work-based learning
component in which students will develop their critical thinking skills through the application and interrogation of academic and
career technical industry specific skills during an internship at a local school. Their experiences in learning educational theory and
applying it in a real local classroom will prepare them to pursue post-secondary education in related fields of study.

Family and Human Services Pathway
Human Relations and Parenting CTE 432300

BCHS, Fine Art, Fam/Hum Ser
MHS 11-12 10 Lang, CTE N Capstone
Offered At Grades Credits College Credit Pre/Co-Req AP/H Grad Req A-G Repeatable CTE Pathway

The course concentrates on the roles/responsibilities of young adults. Students will explore skills for managing resources as they
affect various areas of life: interpersonal skills, relationships, marriage, divorce, human reproduction, family planning, coping, aging
and death. The course also covers development of the unborn, prenatal care, childbirth, infant/child growth & development, and
the responsibilities of parenthood.

ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE
Architectural Design Pathway

Architectural Design 3 CTE 570380

Fine Art, Arch Design
LHS 12 10 Y N
Lang, CTE Capstone
Offered At Grades Credits College Credit Pre/Co-Req AP/H Grad Req A-G Repeatable CTE Pathway

This course is designed for students desiring additional study in architecture and the building industry. During the year, students will
design a house and prepare a set of working drawings using AutoCAD and Architectural Desktop software. Prerequisite: Successful
completion of Civil Engineering and Architecture CTE.

Engineering Design Pathway

PLTW Intro to Engineering Design CTE CP 557310

Fine Art, Engineering
LHS, THS 9-12 10 D N
Lang, CTE Introduction
Offered At Grades Credits College Credit Pre/Co-Req AP/H Grad Req A-G Repeatable CTE Pathway

This is a course for students who are interested in design and engineering. The major focus of the course is to expose students to
design process, research and analysis, engineering standards, and technical documentation. Students are given an opportunity to
develop skills and understanding of concepts through activity, projects, and problem based learning.