CTCE Programs

Year 1 Course Title:             Agriculture & Natural Resources I

An introduction to fundamental concepts and principles of modern agriculture and natural resource management with an emphasis on plant, animal, and soil science, basic mechanical technologies in the field, and career and leadership skills.

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      2 elective credits

Year 2 Course Title:             Agriculture & Natural Resources II

A more in-depth exploration of the fundamental concepts and principals of modern agriculture and natural resource management with an emphasis on conservation and management of natural resources, agricultural business management practices, and the environment as it relates to water quality, forestry, and wildlife.

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      2 science credits

Optional Club:           National FFA Organization (FFA)

Junior FFA (Grades 7-9)

Senior FFA (Grades 10-12)

Industry Certifications:        None available at this time

Year 1 Course Title:             Health Science Core

General Course Description:   Introduces students to the theory and practical applications of tasks related to employment in the field of health science. Students will cover topics such as safety in the workplace, infection control, health care systems, and the vital organs of the human body. The course offers insight into careers in health care as well as educational requirements and the professional, legal, and ethical responsibilities involved.

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      1 health credit

                                                1 elective credit

                                                (or 2 elective credits if Health is not needed)

Student Prerequisites Health Science Core

For students to experience success in the program, the following student prerequisites are strongly suggested:

1. C or higher in Health Science Core
2. C or higher in Biology
3. C or higher in English (the previous year)
4. C or higher in high school-level math (last course taken or the instructor can specify the level of math instruction needed)
5. Instructor approval and TABE reading score (eighth grade or higher)

or

1. C or higher in Health Science Core
2. TABE reading and math score (eighth grade or higher)
3. Instructor approval

or

1. Instructor approval

Year 2 Course Title:             Health Care & Clinical Services

General Course Description:   Helps the student establish insight in the healthcare field. Students will be exposed to the theory and applied tasks related to careers within health care. This course covers topics such as human growth and development, health informatics, information technology, and therapeutic and rehabilitative services. Other topics include medical and emergency services, mental health, and pharmacological and nursing services.

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      2 science credits

Optional Club:                       Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA)

Industry Certifications:        CPR Certification & First Aid Certification

Student Prerequisites for Health Care & Clinical Services

For students to experience success in the program, the following student prerequisites are suggested:

1. C or higher in English (the previous year)
2. C or higher in high school-level math (last course taken or the instructor can specify the level of math instruction needed)
3. Instructor approval and TABE reading score (eighth grade or higher)

or

1. TABE reading and math score (eighth grade or higher)
2. Instructor approval

or

1. Instructor approval

It is strongly recommended that students complete this health science core course with a grade of C or higher to advance to the next course of choice.

Year 1 Course Title:             Law & Public Safety I

General Course Description:  This course focuses on the history of law and legal systems in the United States. Students will leave the class with a firm foundation of knowledge in these areas. Additionally, students will learn the importance of personal health and safety in the work environments associated with law and public safety. Students will also be introduced to the emergency services found in local communities. Additionally, students will focus on corrections in the state of Mississippi, studying specifically how jails and prisons function.

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      2 elective credits

Year 2 Course Title:            Law & Public Safety II

General Course Description:  This course focuses on specialized areas and topics within the law and public safety arena. Students will learn about these particular areas and examine the daily tasks and responsibilities of the professionals associated with them. The course will offer students the opportunity to examine all areas of the military and the professions associated with each. Additionally, students will learn about emergency management and workplace skills and will have meaningful, relevant job-shadowing experiences with professionals.

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      2 elective credits

Optional Club:                       SkillsUSA

Industry Certifications:        None available at this time

Year 1 Course Title:             Metal Fabrication I

General Course Description:   Course content includes orientation and leadership, basic safety, math, measuring tools, and instruments, blueprints, hand and power tools, lathe theory and operation, milling machine theory and operation, drill press and band saw, and introduction to welding. Safety is emphasized in each unit and every activity.

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      2 elective credits

Student Prerequisites for Metal Fabrication  I

For students to experience success in the program, the following student prerequisites are suggested:

1. C or higher in English (the previous year)
2. C or higher in high school-level math (last course taken, or the instructor can specify the level of math instruction needed)
3. Instructor approval and TABE reading score (eighth grade or higher)

or

1. TABE reading and math score (eighth grade or higher)
2. Instructor approval

or

1. Instructor approval

Year 2 Course Title:             Metal Fabrication II

General Course Description:   Includes grinding theory and operations, advanced precision machining techniques and an emphasis on welding processes. Topics include employability skills, safety, basic oxy-fuel cutting, plasma arc cutting (PAC), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux core arc welding (FCAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW).

Carnegie Units:                       2

Applied Academic Credit:      2 elective credits

Student Prerequisites for Metal Fabrication II

For students to experience success in the program, the following student prerequisites are suggested:

1. C or higher in English (the previous year)
2. C or higher in high school-level math (last course taken, or the instructor can specify the level of math instruction needed)
3. Instructor approval and TABE reading score (eighth grade or higher)

or

1. TABE reading and math score (eighth grade or higher)
2. Instructor approval

or

1. Instructor approval

Optional Club:                       SkillsUSA

Industry Certifications:        NIMS Level 1 and NCCER Welding Standards Level 1