AGRICULTURE & ANIMALS

Advanced Horticulture
Course Code: AGR028/228
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 10-12th
State Code: 18052
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Agricultural Science
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation:
Description: Advanced Horticulture is a work-based class for students who are ready to roll up their sleeves and make things happen. Students will order horticultural supplies, repair equipment, install landscapes, grow plants and help manage the greenhouse business at BGHS. Students routinely use hand power tools, tillers, mowers and pruning tools in this class.

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Greenhouse Management
Course Code: AGR003/203
Schools: PHS
State Code: 18052
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Semester or year-long
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: Horticulture Lab Science
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation:
Description: This class is for the student interested in pursuing a technical career in the horticulture industry. Students will develop skills in greenhouse and nursery management and plant production. Students will determine individual projects each semester they take this course. This is also for students wishing to pursue topics in plant research.

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AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC

AFROTC Advanced Drill
Course Code: VTI040
Schools: BGHS, PHS
State Code: 09003
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: In AFROTC program
Graduation Requirement: PE, CTE, Elective
Course Designation:
Description: Cadets in this course must also be enrolled in a traditional AFJROTC Aerospace Science Course. This Course provides fundamentals and in-depth instruction in Air Force drill and ceremonies, to include honing a cadet’s ability to perform the AFJROTC 30-step drill sequence at the appropriate level commensurate with their enrollment experience. This course concentrates on the elements of military drill and describes individual and group precision movements, procedures for saluting, drill, ceremonies, pass in review parades and development of the command voice. Cadets are provided detailed instruction on ceremonial performance and protocol for civilian and military events, and Air Force drill concepts and procedures. Hands-on learning; cadets will develop teamwork, self-discipline, pride and esprit-de-corps. This is a zero-hour period class.

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Management of the Cadet Corps
Course Code: VTI177/VTI277
Schools: BGHS, PHS
State Code: 09004
Grades: 12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: In AFROTC program
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation:
Description: This CTE course focuses on the AFJROTC mission to “develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community.” This hands-on experience affords the cadets the opportunity to put the theories of previous leadership courses into practice. All the planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, controlling and decision-making will be done by cadets. They practice their communication, decision-making, personal-interaction, managerial and organizational skills. Students will work on AF JROTC projects that are related to the cadet corps and functions of the cadet corps.

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JROTC Survival
Course Code: VTI025/VTI225
Schools: BGHS, PHS
State Code: 09999
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: In AFROTC program
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation:
Description: The JROTC Survival class is a unique course that offers hands on training in a wide variety of activities. This class prepares the students for leadership roles, critical situation communication, decision making and surviving in adverse conditions. The students will participate in field activities and may have opportunities for specialized training in cooperation with the Air National Guard. The course blends basic knowledge of nutrition, physical exercise, fitness and first aid with leadership principles, identifying conflict, problems solving and adaptive leadership. Students are required to wear an Air Force furnished uniform and participate in physical fitness activities one day per week.

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AUDIO & VIDEO PRODUCTION

Video III Screenwriting & Filmmaking
Course Code: VTI132/332
Schools: BGHS
State Code: 11103
Grades: 11-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Video 2 Semester 1 or 2
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation:
Description: Do you watch movies and think, “I can do better than that!” Ever wonder why one movie makes money while another bombs? Video III will challenge you to write compelling stories and take your ideas from script to screen. Master the elements of storytelling including story structure, complex characters, compelling dialogue and relevant themes and create a screenplay ready for production. Use advanced film production techniques including cinematography, lighting and audio production to tell your own stories and meet the industry’s demands for new professionals.

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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Auto Technology I
Course Code: VTI132/332
Schools: BGHS, PHS
State Code: 20103
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective, Science Lab
Course Designation: Science Lab
Description: Auto I covers: Automotive fasteners, hand tools commonly used in automotive repair. Safety is covered and stressed throughout the course. Wheels/tires, disc and drum brakes, along with the machines to change and balance tires, changing engine oil and filter and performing maintenance checks is also included. The course is a combination of classroom exposure followed by hands-on experience in the shop environment. **Students who take this course and want to take a full year of auto can also take Auto Technology II (VTI231). ***Students who feel they have prior experience and knowledge may be able to move directly to Auto Technology II—please contact the instructor. Students that take Auto I and Auto II can get a third year science credit.

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Auto Technology II
Course Code: VTI031/VTI231
Schools: BGHS, PHS
State Code: 20103
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester or year-long
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: Auto Technology I
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective, Science Lab
Course Designation: Science Lab
Description: This course is designed for the more serious student that has a desire to more fully understand the systems of the automobile. Areas of study are: electrical, starting systems, charging systems, brakes, ignition systems, computer controls, fuel systems and engine rebuilding (using a small gas engine). Students that take Auto I and Auto II can get a third year science credit.

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Auto Technology III
Course Code: VTI009/VTI209
Schools: BGHS, PHS
State Code: 20103
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Semester or year-long, 2-hour block class
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: Auto Technology II
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit
Description: The course picks up where the Auto II leaves off. Typically the remaining ASE repair areas are covered: transmissions, suspension, steering & alignment, powertrain and air conditioning. live customer work provides a wide range of experiences depending on the repair needs of the vehicle. This is a block class at both schools, but sometimes a student just takes one period.

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Auto Detail / Collision Repair
Course Code: VTI180/VTI209
Schools: PHS
State Code: 20115
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester or year-long
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective,
Course Designation:
Description: Semester 1: Students will explore and follow Safe usage procedures for tools and repair techniques used within the shop environment. Auto detailing procedures will be explained, demonstrated and practiced. Spot repair techniques, tools and procedures will also be covered. Basic parts replacement will be practiced. Possible field trips and guest speakers will be explored to enhance the students experience as well. The grading will come in large part from attendance, participation, attitude. Semester 2: During second semester students demonstrate the proper selection of tools and materials needed to perform metal straightening and plastic filler repair processes. Prepare surface by choosing and applying appropriate materials, sand, clean, prepare surface for paint. Repair sheet metal damage, demonstrate panel and parts replacement techniques not covered first semester. Explore various welding processes used to repair vehicles of both steel and aluminum construction. Field trip and guest speaker opportunities will be explored second semester also to enhance student’s experience this semester as well. *Potential pedal car project to enter in Portland Roadster Show.

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Basic Car Care
Course Code: VTI019
Schools: PHS
State Code: 20103
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester or year-long
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective,
Course Designation:
Description: Basic Car Care is a one-semester course for students who would like to learn about the Automotive basics in a safe and FUN environment. Maintenance of the automobile will be covered with hands-on experiences offered: survival skills such as changing a flat tire, checking and filling the various fluids to the proper levels, identifying the various fluids found under the hood, performing an oil and filter change, checking electrical fuses, changing wiper blades, etc. Introduction of some basic tools that are used in auto repair are covered. Vehicle operation and components are introduced and discussed along with demonstrations in the shop (lab) area. You won’t be asking yourself, “When will I ever use this?” **Students who take this course and want auto for the full year can take 2nd semester Auto Technology II (VTI231) in the 2nd semester.

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Small Gas Engines
Course Code: AGR012
Schools: BGHS
State Code: 20110
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective,
Course Designation:
Description: Students learn the principles of operation of 4- and 2- stroke engines, tool identification and safety in small gas engine shop. Using both classroom and shop activities, students will learn the basics of engine rebuilding on L-head and overhead valve (OHV) motors. Repair of recreational vehicles is embedded into the curriculum. Especially helpful for agriculture students. Textbook: Small Gas Engines by Alfred Roth, ISBN: 1-56637-379-4.

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BUSINESS & MARKETING

Accounting I
Course Code: BUS007
Schools: BGHS, SVHS
State Code: 12104
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit
Description: Learn the skills necessary to become a part of the fastest growing career in business today. Understand the role accounting information plays in the decisions a business makes. Maintain records and prepare financial statements in both manual and computerized environments. Earn college credit for this class, acquire the skills needed to set up an accounting system for your own business, or prepare for entry level employment. Accounting provides you an understanding of the financial operations of a business that every student must have!

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Accounting II
Course Code: BUS008
Schools: BGHS
State Code: 12104
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Accounting I
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit
Description: Accounting I I continues to use the skills used in Accounting I with the Accounting Cycle. Accounting I I takes the skills learned with a Sole Proprietorship and the Accounting Cycle for a Corporation as a Merchandising Business. In order to receive a science credit, you must take a full year of Auto I I (1 credit).

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Business Tech Essentials (previously known as Digital Communications)
Course Code: BUS001
Schools: BGHS, RHL, SVHS
State Code: 11002
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation:
Description: Essential Technology for Business & Home: Prepare for life after high school with hands-on training in essential tools like Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Learn to analyze data, create professional documents, and design standout presentations while earning industry-recognized certifications. Explore cutting-edge AI tools, foundational computer science concepts, and how technology is shaping the future. Build teamwork and communication skills through collaborative digital projects, and practice safe, ethical online behavior. Gain practical experience with cloud tools, cybersecurity basics, and project management to confidently lead and succeed in today’s tech-driven world.

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Financial Operations iQ Credit Union
Course Code: BUS012/BUS212
Schools: BGHS, PHS
State Code: 12103
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Passed or currently taking Accounting I & II (BGHS) plus an application. Instructor permission.
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation:
Description: Learn the skills necessary to manage a branch office of iQ Credit Union on campus at BGHS. Students work to job descriptions in the daily operation of the Business. They use financial management software to complete members’ financial transactions or requests for services. Students who complete this training will have the skills necessary for entry level employment in any bank or credit union. To be accepted into the class a student must be responsible, able to work as part of a team and have an excellent attendance record.

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Personal Finance I & II
Course Code: HEC020/HEC220
Schools: BGHS, CAM, PHS, RHL, SVHS
State Code: 22210
Grades: 11-12th
Length: Semester or Year-long
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: Passed or currently taking Accounting I & II (BGHS) plus an application. Instructor permission.
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective (OccEd RHL)
Course Designation: CADR
Description: Personal Finance 1 is a one-semester course designed to help you apply basic Math skills to solve every day finance problems. Topics covered include: paychecks, taxes budgeting, checking, banking services and spending, with the Math skills needed in each area. Personal Finance II is a one-semester course designed to help you apply basic Math skills to solve every day finance problems. Topics covered include: credit cards, loans, buying a car, housing costs, insurance and investments, with the Math skills needed in each area. May be taken independently. Does not meet NCAA eligibility.

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Intro to Business
Course Code: BUS058/BUS258
Schools: PHS, SVHS
State Code: 12052
Grades: 11-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit u (PHS only)
Description: Introduction to Business is a two-semester college credit hour, college level course, introducing the student to foundational business concepts. Students will learn about the business functions of management, human resources, marketing, law, computers, accounting, finance, production, small business and international business. This class is designed to teach basic business functions, providing the foundational class for a career in business. PHS students can receive five college credits from Clark College upon completion of the full year. Textbook: Understanding Business (12th Edition) (AP), McGraw-Hill.

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Intro to Business Management
Course Code: BUS042
Schools: BGHS
State Code: 12051
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Business Tech Essentials (previously known as Digital Communications)
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation:
Description: A hands-on class for those interested in a business career or learning about business. Work with other students to operate a business throughout the semester. Use the computer to handle real business activities. Topics covered will include management, marketing, accounting, finance, personnel and economics.

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Intro to Marketing
Course Code: BUS030/BUS230
Schools: BGHS, PHS, RHL
State Code: 12164
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester or year-long
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation:
Description: Students will study how supply and demand interact to set prices, how to reach potential customers, effective management techniques, sales processes for retail and industrial markets and the risks, rewards, advantages and disadvantages of owning your own business. Students have the opportunity to practice real life marketing skills and travel through their participation in Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) and field trips to a local mall and advertising agency. A co-curricular club, DECA, is available. DECA, a student marketing organization, provides a variety of additional learning opportunities, such as conferences and competitions.

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Advanced Marketing
Course Code: BUS035/BUS235
Schools: BGHS, PHS, RHL
State Code: 12166
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Intro to Marketing
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Take your marketing skills to the next level! Students will develop advanced marketing skills that enable them to further their marketing skills. Entrepreneurship and Sports and Entertainment Marketing are offered in alternating years. Teamwork and leadership are integrated into this course through the creative completion of many promotional activities. Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) competition is strongly stressed via hands-on activities and written projects which demonstrate the marketing skills and knowledge students are acquiring.
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Marketing Seminar (School Store)
Course Code: BUS032/BUS232
Schools: BGHS, PHS
State Code: 12198
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Food handler's card by second week of class
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: This is a laboratory class which provides marketing students the opportunity to develop “real life” marketing skills in a unique hands-on learning environment. Students learn about inventory, purchasing, selling, pricing, promotion, distribution and management while running the daily operations of the student store. All students are required to have a current food handlers card by the second week of class.

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Yearbook - RHL
Course Code: ELE066/ELE266
State Code: 10202
Schools: RHL
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Year-long Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Teacher Approval
Graduation Requirement: Art /OCC/General Electives
Description: Yearbook is an elective course that gives students marketable experience in desktop, print media publishing. Yearbook class is different from every course taught at this school in that it is a real business maintaining an account that must balance-out at the end of the year. Staff members are responsible for in/out of class and after school photography, interviewing, writing and design. Students are provided Leadership instruction and opportunity to fill Editor positions.

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CADD: COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING & DESIGN

Beginning CADD
Course Code: VTI123
State Code: 21102
Schools: BGHS, PHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: If you are planning a career in Engineering, Architecture, Drafting, or any construction field, then this class is a must. We will build upon the skills developed in the Beginning Drafting course, utilizing Autodesk’s CADD software. We will focus on the development of the basic skills and operations used by engineers, architects and draftspersons to express design ideas on paper. Learn the basic skills necessary to transfer ideas from sketches to either 2D or 3D space within a variety of software packages.

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CADD Projects I
Course Code: VTI300
State Code: 21101
Schools: BGHS, PHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Beginning CADD
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: This class is for the student that wishes to expand their knowledge of CADD processes and applications. This is the first of two courses that will allow the student to explore additional areas of CADD including mechanical/manufacturing engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, architecture and design drafting. The students will work with the Machine Technology students to design and manufacture products.

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CADD Projects II
Course Code: VTI301
State Code: 21101
Schools: BGHS, PHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: CADD Projects I
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: A continuation of CADD Projects I, students will build upon what they have already studied in CADD Projects I and develop skills in 3-dimensional applications. This course will allow the students to begin to focus on their area of interest and complete specialized projects in that area of study. Students interested in mechanical engineering will work with the Computer Numerical Control (CNC) course to design and manufacture products.

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Advanced CADD Projects
Course Code: VTI302
State Code: 21102
Schools: BGHS, PHS
Grades: 11-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: CADD Projects II
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Further exploration of CADD concepts developed in the CADD Projects I and II courses. CADD experiences will he enhanced in the specialized area that suits each student’s needs. All students will be required to complete a project proposal/ intended course of study application and have it approved by the instructor prior to registering for the course.

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Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Course Code: VTI038/VTI238
State Code: 21010
Schools: PHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Completion of Intro. to Engineering Design and Algebra I
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Computer Integrated Manufacturing is a course that applies principles of rapid prototyping, robotics and automation. This course builds upon the computer solid modeling skills developed in Introduction to Engineering Design. Students will use computer-controlled rapid prototyping and CNC equipment to solve problems by constructing actual models of their three dimensional designs. Students will also be introduced to the fundamentals of robotics and how this equipment is used in an automated manufacturing environment. Students will evaluate their design solutions using various techniques of analysis and make appropriate modifications before producing their prototypes.

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COMPUTER SCIENCE

Computer Programming - JAVA
Course Code: VTI157/VTI257
State Code: 10155
Schools: PHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: This course focuses on the general design, writing and implementation of customized programs using the Java programming language. Instruction includes the software design process, the Java programming language, data management, ancillary software and software testing, troubleshooting and debugging. The course is structured to be run as a small software company employing as many of the same methods, practices and tools as are commonly used in industry.

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Coding in Python II
Course Code: VTI372
State Code: 10001
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Introduction to Computer Science
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Learn to make professional-looking visual programs and games with sprite-based graphics, sounds and animation. We will introduce students to the key coding techniques of functions, dictionaries, multidimensional lists and sprite-based graphics, as well as expanding their knowledge of loops, lists, conditionals, libraries and input by using them all in exciting new contexts. Students will have access to professional quality characters, backgrounds, animations and sounds to create their programs. After learning how to create and manipulate these sprites in Python, students will use proper product development processes to make more advanced and impressive programming projects than in previous Python courses. The new concepts introduced will include: Functions, Parameters and Arguments, Return Values, Dictionaries, Two-Dimensional Lists, Sprites, Sprite sheet Animation, Collision, JSON, Product Development Lifecycle, Kanban Board.

Coding in Python III
Course Code: VTI373
State Code: 10001
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Coding in Python II
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: This course expands student ability to create complex interactive programs and games. Students will learn about the dictionary data type, as well as exploring new asset types such as fonts, sounds and file types that allow students to store and retrieve information outside their program. Students completing this course will be able to create polished games and large-scale programs that use a wide variety of complex assets.

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Coding in Python IV
Course Code: VTI374
State Code: 10001
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Coding in Python III
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Students will learn about object-oriented design and organizing code into classes. Additionally, students will learn about processing I/O from large text files, including parsing, regular expressions and error processing. The course finishes with a capstone project demonstrating what students have learned cumulatively in Coding 1-4. Students completing this course will be able to organize code and data in a way consistent with professional coding practices in the real world and will have created a large-scale custom project demonstrating these abilities.

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Introduction to Computer Science
Course Code: VTI072
State Code: 10151
Schools: BGHS, PHS, RHL
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: This class will assist students in successfully meeting the diverse academic and social challenges of their first year in high school within a computer programming environment. This is an introductory class that focuses on computer theory, computing problems and solutions and the design of computer systems and user interfaces from a scientific perspective. This class includes instruction in the principles of computational science, computer development and programming and applications to a variety of end-use situations. Coursework will also include working on the components of the High School and Beyond Plan; career interest assessment /exploration within the STEM fields as well as post-secondary planning. In this class you will be introduced to the programming language of Python.

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AP Computer Science Principles
Course Code: BGHS: VTI182/VTI282, CAM: VTI190/VTI290
State Code: 10019
Schools: BGHS, CAM
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Graduation Requirement: AP
Description: AP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the breadth of the field of computer science. In this course, students will learn to design and evaluate solutions and to apply computer science to solve problems through the development of algorithms and programs. They will incorporate abstraction into programs and use data to discover new knowledge. Students will also explain how computing innovations and computing systems, including the Internet, work, explore their potential impacts and contribute to a computing culture that is collaborative and ethical. It is important to note that although the AP Computer Science Principles course does not have a designated programming language JavaScript will be the language used.

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AP Computer Science A
Course Code: VTI167/VTI267
State Code: 10157
Schools: BGHS, PHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Graduation Requirement: AP Course, Quantitative
Description: AP Computer Science A is an introductory college-level computer science course. Students cultivate their understanding of coding through analyzing, writing and testing code as they explore concepts like modularity, variables and control structures. Textbook: COBI (formerly known as Popfizz (for JAVA and Python).

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ENGLISH ELECTIVES

AP Research
Course Code: ELE079/ELE279
State Code: 25004
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 11-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: AP Seminar / English 10
Graduation Requirement: Elective
Course Designation: AP Course
Description: AP Research allows students to deeply explore an academic topic, problem, or issue of individual interest. Through this exploration, students design, plan and conduct a year-long research based investigation to address a research question. In the AP Research course, students further their skills acquired in the AP Seminar / English 10 course by understanding research methodology; employing ethical research practices; and accessing, analyzing and synthesizing information as they address a research question. Students explore their skill development, document their processes and curate the artifacts of the development of their scholarly work in a portfolio. The course culminates in an academic paper of approximately 4,000 to 5,000 words (accompanied by a performance or exhibition of product where applicable) and a presentation with an oral defense. AP Research is the second required course of the AP Capstone program. In order to successfully complete the AP Capstone diploma, scores of three or higher must be earned in AP Seminar / English 10, AP Research and four additional AP courses, chosen by each individual student. An AP Seminar / English 10 and Research Certificate is available for students that earn a 3 or above in both AP Capstone courses, but not the four additional courses.

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FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES

BGHS Preschool - Child Development I
Course Code: HEC052/HEC252
State Code: 19051
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite:
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit
Description: The class focuses on the foundational principles of child development with emphasis on early childhood education. We examine the stages of childhood and how children develop physically, intellectually, socially and emotionally. Students also explore best practices for working with children and may have the opportunity to work hands-on with preschoolers! This is an important class for future Child Development II (Older Younger Program) students. Students that complete and meet requirements of Child Development I & II have the opportunity to receive dual credit to Clark College in Early Childhood Education and initial childcare certification in Washington.

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BGHS Preschool - Child Development II
Course Code: HEC054/HEC254
State Code: 19051
Schools: SVHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: Occupational or Elective
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit
Description: This class focuses on the foundational principles of child development with emphasis on early childhood education. We examine the stages of childhood and how children develop physically, intellectually, socially, and emotionally. Students also explore best practices for working with children and may have the opportunity to work hands-on with preschoolers! This is an important class for future Child Development II (Older Younger Program) students. Students that complete and meet requirements of Child Development I & II have the opportunity to receive dual credit to Clark College in Early Childhood Education, and initial child care certification in Washington.

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Intro to Culinary Arts
Course Code: HEC003
State Code: 19252
Schools: BGHS, PHS, RHL
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: *
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective (OccEd RHL)
Description: Learn in a team-based environment in hands-on labs where you will develop life skills while preparing for a possible career in the food service industry. This course will cover safe food handling, kitchen safety and sanitation, measuring, basic knife skills, cooking techniques and creative food presentation. Students will prepare dishes ranging from soup to stir-fry, while tasting everything they cook! *This is the first course for BGHS, second course for PHS.

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Intro to Baking & Pastry Arts
Course Code: HEC036
State Code: 16056
Schools: BGHS, PHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None *
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Learn in a team-based environment in hands-on labs where you will develop life skills, while preparing for a possible career in the baking/pastry industry. This course will cover safe food handling, kitchen safety and sanitation, measuring, baking/pastry techniques and creative plate presentation. Students will prepare dishes ranging from croissants to ice cream, while tasting everything they bake. *This is the first course for PHS, second course for BGHS.

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Advanced Culinary Arts / Entrepreneurship & Service
Course Code: HEC039/HEC239
State Code: 16054
Schools: BGHS, PHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Semester or year-long
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: Introduction to Culinary Arts, Introduction to Baking & Pastry Arts
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Experience a dynamic learning experience where you will prepare foods from around the globe and better understand international cooking techniques and flavor profiling. While developing entrepreneurial skills, students will conduct “live” events for BGPS and practice marketing/social media skills, customer service skills and understand the financial aspects of a food service business. Students will conduct fundraisers to support “out of the classroom” learning experiences via field trips and interactions with regional industry leaders. Students will receive the food handlers permit as the program’s industry recognized credential and develop skills that will prepare them for a career in the hospitality industry.

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Foods I
Course Code: HEC061(SVHS), HEC006(RHL)
State Code: 19252
Schools: RHL, SVHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: Occupational or Elective
Description: Foods 1 introduces the Culinary World to students. Students will learn about food preparation techniques, ingredients, kitchen safety, sanitation and measurements. Cooking labs present an opportunity to practice new skills.

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Foods II
Course Code: HEC062(SVHS), HEC206(RHL)
State Code: 19252
Schools: RHL, SVHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Foods I with C or better
Graduation Requirement: Occupational or Elective
Description: Foods 2 provides a greater depth of knowledge on ingredients and techniques Students learn about cooking with a variety of foods and preparation techniques. The focus is on proteins, baking and casual food preparation such as soup and sandwiches.

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Foods III
Course Code: HEC063
State Code: 16054
Schools: RHL
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Foods I & II
Graduation Requirement: Occupational or Elective
Description: Foods 3 explores regional and international foods, ingredients and flavors. Students learn about geographic influences on food. Unique fruits and vegetables, seasonings and preparation techniques will be discussed. Food labs give students the opportunity to experience a variety of flavors.

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Family Psychology
Course Code: HEC012
State Code: 04254
Schools: BGHS, SVHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CADR
Description: Psychology with the emphasis on the family. We will cover: Understanding why we act the way we do, how to have successful relationships, balancing the family with work and making wise decisions in a variety of situations. This class is designed to meet the needs of the students who are enrolled in it. Textbook: Myers’ Psychology for AP, ISBN: 978-1-31928-116-8

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Independent Living
Course Code: HEC030
State Code: 19258
Schools: BGHS, RHL, SVHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Designed to introduce students to skills that they will need after graduation. Topics covered include healthy dating relationships, choosing a career, living on your own, banking & finance, nutrition and cooking, sewing, job interview and resume skills and consumer protection.

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Personal Choices
Course Code: HEC028
State Code: 19260
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: An introductory course to expose students to all areas of Family & Consumer Science. This class covers topics including child development, nutrition & cooking, basic sewing, relationships, finances and interior design.

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Prairie Preschool I - Child Dev I
Course Code: HEC052/HEC252
State Code: 19051
Schools: PHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester or year-long
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit
Description: Semester 1: This two-semester course is a prerequisite for Prairie Preschool II or can be taken on it’s own. The class focuses on the principles of child development with emphasis on early childhood education. Students will learn how children develop physically, intellectually, socially and emotionally at each stage. Students will also explore best practices for working with children. Students will be working in groups with typically developing preschool children as well as preschool students with special needs. The preschool children are ages 3-5. Regular attendance and participation in classroom activities and practicum is expected as well as workplace professionalism. Semester 2: Students will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of child development through a combination of classroom curriculum (modules 1-5) and experience in our on-site preschool. Students will understand child development theories in physical, emotional and cognitive growth, as well as health, safety and nutritional issues. Students will learn to develop positive interpersonal skills by working with children of various skill levels, including children with special needs. Regular attendance and participation is expected, as well as workplace professionalism. This course is articulated with Clark College ECE. STARS/MERIT industry certification is available upon completion of modules 1-5 & 6-10. Students that complete and meet requirements of Child Development I & II have the opportunity to receive dual credit to Clark College in Early Childhood Education and initial child-care certification in Washington State.

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Prairie Preschool I - Child Dev II
Course Code: HEC054/HEC254
State Code: 19051
Schools: PHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Semester or year-long
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: Prairie Preschool I
Graduation Requirement: CTE
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit
Description: Working hands-on with preschool students, 3 days a week, you will be part of a team working with preschool students to discover how children learn! In this class you will gain skills and confidence that will benefit you in the future as a teacher, parent, or caregiver of any kind. This course will cover health and safety practices associated with early childhood that will include CPR, First Aid, AED and Blood Borne Pathogens trainings. Regular attendance and participation in classroom activities and practicum is expected as well as workplace professionalism. Semester 2: Students will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of child development through a combination of classroom curriculum and practicum experience in our on-site preschool. Students will understand child development theories in physical, emotional and cognitive growth, as well as health, safety and nutritional issues. Students will learn to develop positive interpersonal skills by working with children of various skill levels, including children with special needs. Regular attendance and participation in classroom and practicum is expected, as well as workplace professionalism. This course is articulated with Clark College ECE. STARS/MERIT industry certification is available upon completion of modules 1-5 & 6-10.

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Preschool Special Projects
Course Code: HEC055/HEC255
State Code: 19051
Schools: BGHS, PHS
Grades: 11-12th
Length: Semester or year-long
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: Prairie Preschool I or II
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit
Description: Students will continue to have the opportunity to gain knowledge and a deeper understanding of child development. The course will delve deeper into how to work with kids that have special needs and the services provided for them, as well as develop skills and understanding of observation and reporting. Students will learn how to plan, create and instruct academic activities in our on-site practicum lab. Students will gain skills necessary to obtain CPR, First Aid, AED and Food Handlers certification as well as being active in a program that keeps their STARS/MERIT skills current. Regular attendance and participation in classroom activities and practicum is expected as well as workplace professionalism.

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Service Learning
Course Code: ELE053
State Code: 22997
Schools: SVHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester or year-long
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: Elective
Description: This class is designed for students who are or want to be involved in community service. Students will complete a project log, verified by their community service supervisor and include one photo of their work each week. Students earn 0.5 elective credit for every 90 hours of non-paid work. A maximum of two credits are allowed.

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Teaching Academy / Instructional Tutor
Course Code: VTI075/VTI275
State Code: 19151
Schools: BGHS, SVHS
Grades: 11-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Permission of the classroom teacher
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Teaching Academy is designed to oversee Instructional Tutors at Battle Ground School District. As an Instructional Tutor you are placed in a teacher’s classroom that is in need of extra support. Every day you will assist the teacher in instruction and classroom management and work with other students as a mentor/tutor. The class will explore learning styles, teaching methods and classroom management strategies. In the first semester students will focus on learning about teaching and reflecting on their experiences. In the second semester students will focus on goal setting and improving their practice.

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Teen Parenting I
Course Code: HEC025
State Code: 19255
Schools: SVHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: Elective
Description: Designed to help students learn about adjusting to teen pregnancy and teen parenthood. It provides the information needed to help them make the life-changing decisions that lie ahead. Topics: mechanics of pregnancy: prenatal development; prenatal care; nutrition and exercise during pregnancy; preparations for parenting; labor and delivery, recovery and newborn care.

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Teen Parenting II
Course Code: HEC225
State Code: 19255
Schools: SVHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: Elective
Description: Designed to help students learn about their children’s development from birth to three years. It provides the information needed to understand the way young children grow and develop with tips on safety, Healthcare, effective guidance and choosing a childcare provider. The first part of the class focuses on meeting the needs of infants, followed by meeting the needs of the toddler and ending with childcare.

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HEALTH SCIENCE CAREERS

Disaster Leadership Emergency Management
Course Code: VTI068/VTI368
State Code: 15001
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: An exploratory elective on the Emergency Response Careers and aspects of working in the emergency medical response field (EMS). Students will be trained in disaster preparedness (CERT), EMT skills, Healthcare level CPR certification, and preparedness knowledge to better prepare and assist their family, school and community in the event of a disaster. Hands-on training includes: American Heart Association Basic CPR / AED & first Aid, disaster preparedness, fire safety, disaster medical operations, light search and rescue operations, the CERT organization, disaster psychology, terrorism and EMS/CERT and practice in a mock disaster drill. Students will also experience guest speakers, field trips, have the opportunity to attend community CERT meetings. Students will have the choice to become an active CERT member of their local community. Upon the successful completion of this course students will receive a certificate from the University of Mississippi and a MyPi backpack with supplies.

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Introduction to Health Sciences Careers
Course Code: VTI026/VTI226
State Code: 14001
Schools: BGHS, PHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective or Health
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit
Description: This course covers exploring the fields of the healthcare industry: medical, dental and veterinary fields. A variety of hands-on learning such as blood drives, experiments, dissections, creating medical products and comprehensive sexual education will be taught. Students will obtain their CPR/AED and First Aid cards. Students will have the opportunity to join your friends in HOSA (Health Occupations Student Association). These topics will prepare students to make informed decisions about their health and career.

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Medical Interventions and Terminology
Course Code: VTI027/VTI327
State Code: 14154
Schools: BGHS, PHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Introduction to Health Sciences Careers
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit
Description: Medical practice includes interventions to support humans in treating disease and maintaining health. Student projects will investigate various medical interventions that extend and improve quality of life, including gene therapy, pharmacology, surgery, prosthetics, rehabilitation and supportive care. Students will study the design and development of various medical interventions including vascular stents, cochlear implants and prosthetic limbs. They will review the history of organ transplants and gene therapy and read current scientific literature to be aware of cutting edge developments. Students will participate in medical Literacy through the study and mastery of vocabulary that matched each unit and is required for articulation with Clark College for Medical Terminology 101 and 102. This year-long rigorous course will extend students’ learning from Intro to Health Science, preparing them for Anatomy Physiology, or enhancing their learning in Anatomy Physiology. All units will be aligned with a HOSA (CTSO) state event and students will be encouraged to participate in this leadership opportunity. All students MUST have taken and passed Intro to Health Science to participate in this course.

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HUMANITIES

History of Rock and Roll
Course Code: ELS006
State Code: 22997
Schools: SVHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: English I
Graduation Requirement: Elective
Description: These courses cover particular topics in humanities such as the interrelationships among painting, sculpture, architecture and music or the exploration of a particular time period rather than provide a general overview of the subject.

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LEADERSHIP

ASB Leadership
Course Code: ELE023/ELE223
State Code: 22101
Schools: BGHS, PHS, RHL, SVHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: None. This is a required for all ASB officers and Class officers
Graduation Requirement: Elective
Description: The curriculum will focus on communication skills, project planning, leadership development, parliamentary procedure and organizational techniques. The course will also address conflict resolution, goal setting, problem solving, decision making, ethics, evaluation techniques and self awareness.

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UTC Leadership
Course Code: ELE024/ELE224
State Code: 22101
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: Elective
Description: Work with other students and administrators to build the culture of the school through promoting “unity”, supporting “toughness” and encouraging the highest level of “class”. We work to authentically and creatively recognize students, become service-minded leaders and work to make a difference in our school and community. Teacher sign-off required.

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MACHINE TECHNOLOGY & WELDING

Basic Welding
Course Code: VTI002
State Code: 13207
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Students will learn welding safety, shielded metal arc welding, oxy-fuel welding and oxy-fuel cutting procedures in four welding positions. A leadership component is required.

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Introduction to Machine / Welding
Course Code: VTI050/VTI250
State Code: 13055
Schools: PHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Students will have hands-on training in arc-welding, oxy fuel welding, engine lathe operation, milling machine operation, hand grinding, surface grinding, tool care, equipment care and machine and shop safety. An excellent course for all students considering a career in engineering, drafting, architecture, design, manufacturing, or construction. Students will learn to read technical manuals on machine safety, machine operation and correct tool use and care. Students will use various measurement tools including rulers, micrometers, calipers and other semi-precision and precision measuring tools. Students will also learn how to calculate machine revolutions per minute (rpm) and machine feed rates. A career portfolio will be developed and projects completed that focus on the students’ Culminating Project. This course prepares the student for further study in either Precision Machining or Advanced Welding.

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Advanced Welding and Metal Fabrication
Course Code: VTI003/VTI203
State Code: 13207
Schools: BGHS, PHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Welding or Intro to Machine/Welding
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit (BGHS)
Description: Students will receive an extensive overview of the basic welding processes and will be provided with a practical experience and instruction for commonly used welding procedures. Students will develop skills in welding safety, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding and oxy-fuel welding and cutting. Students will also gain an understanding of how to read welding drawings and application of the American Welding Society (AWS) weld symbol. This course will work in conjunction with the CADD Projects courses to design and manufacture products of interest to the students. Completion of this course will provide a solid background for further study at a post-secondary educational institution.

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Advanced Precision Machining
Course Code: VTI085/VTI285
State Code: 13202
Schools: PHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Intro to Machine/Welding
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit
Description: This course is a continuation of Introduction to Machine/ Welding. Students will study advanced engine lathe, milling machine, surface grinder, drilling, grinding operations and the heat treatment of alloy steels. An excellent course for all students considering a career in engineering, drafting, architecture, design, manufacturing, or construction. This course will work in conjunction with the CADD Projects courses to design and manufacture products of interest to the students. Completion of this course will provide a solid background for further study at a post-secondary educational institution. Students may elect to compete in the VICA sponsored Skills USA Precision Machining contest.

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Welding Projects
Course Code: AGR014 / AGR214 (2 Period Block); VTI052 / VTI252 (1 Period)
State Code: 13207
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 11-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Welding
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Course Designation: CTE Dual Credit
Description: Semester 1: Students will learn safe welding and shop practices. Students will learn gas metal arc welding, out of position shield metal arc welding, advanced cutting practices, intro to gas tungsten arc welding. Leadership component is required. Semester 2: Students will learn safe welding and shop practices. Students will plan, lay out and build complex projects. Welding skills toward certification for SMAW, GMAW, GTAW. Machining with lathe and milling tools are also important elements of project construction. Leadership component is required.

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Introduction to Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programming/Machining
Course Code: VTI087/VTI287
State Code: 13203
Schools: PHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Intro to Machine/Welding
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Students will become acquainted with the language used to program CNC milling machining centers commonly used in manufacturing facilities. Students learn to write and edit programs written in Fanuc G and M codes, calculate spindle speed and feed rates for specific tooling and cutting operations and manufacture parts using a Computer Controlled Machining Center. Students will also use industry standard Computer Aided Machining (CAM) software to write CNC programs for both 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional parts. This course will work in conjunction with the CADD Projects courses to design and manufacture products of interest to the students.

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TEACHER / OFFICE ASSISTANT

Teacher / Office Assistant
Course Code: ELE001/ELE002
State Code: 22995
Schools: BGHS, CAM, PHS, RHL
Grades: 11-12th
Length: Semester or Year-long
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: Application/Permission of teacher or office
Graduation Requirement: Elective
Description: Students will work in a specific classroom or office and provide support to the staff. Duties may include supporting other students in the classroom, answering phones, running passes or documents, etc. Students must obtain permission from the teacher or office requested during the forecasting process to register for this as a class.

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WOOD DESIGN - CONSTRUCTION

NEW Advanced Construction
Course Code: VTI044
State Code: 17003
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 10-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Geometry in Construction or Wood Design II
Graduation Requirement: CTE
Description: Advanced Construction will focus on all aspects of residential construction management, including design concepts, construction plan development and plan reading, estimating, scheduling, safety and subcontractor management. Students will also learn advanced carpentry and construction techniques.

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Geometry in Construction
Course Code: MTH065/MTH265
State Code: 17001
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Year-long
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective, Geometry
Course Designation: CADR
Description: Geometry in Construction is a jointly taught geometry and construction trades class where geometry is taught using construction concepts and modeling and applied to construction projects built by students during the course of the year. This class will be a balance of classroom work, construction lab work and outdoor construction. Geometry in Construction is a two-hour block class and will count as 1 geometry credit and 1 CTE credit.

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HVAC / Electrical and Plumbing
Course Code: VTI162
State Code: 17059
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 11-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Must have taken CADD or Wood Design I, II
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: This is a foundational class to gain knowledge in HVAC systems, Electrical and Plumbing in home and commercial construction.

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Wood Design I
Course Code: VTI107
State Code: 17006
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: This class is designed to introduce students to basic drafting, design and woodworking skills that are needed to complete projects in wood. Students will learn to plan, problem solve and construct quality items. The majority of time is spent on individual projects.

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Wood Design I I
Course Code: VTI109/VTI309
State Code: 17006
Schools: BGHS
Grades: 9-12th
Length: Semester or Year-long
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: Wood Design I or Glass and Wood Art I
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Students will build cabinets with emphasis on good design and quality construction. Each class will design a project; build it; market it and sell the product. There will be time for each student to construct their own projects. This is a great class to help take your skills a step forward.

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WORK-BASED LEARNING

Work Site Learning
Course Code: VTI172/ VTI272
State Code: 12998
Schools: BGHS, PHS, SVHS
Grades: 11-12th
Length: Semester or year-long
Credit: 0.5 - 1
Prerequisite: see below
Graduation Requirement: CTE, Elective
Description: Juniors may enroll in one period per semester, seniors may enroll in one or two periods per semester. During the Jr./Sr. years, students may earn a total of 3 credits. Prerequisites: To get school credit for a part-time job, the student must: 1. Be legally employed. 2. Be taking a Career and Technical (CTE) course, OR have taken a Career and Technical course. 3. Have a job that relates to your future career path. 4. Work 180 hours ( = 0.5 credit) as verified by pay stubs submitted after each pay period. 5. Receive satisfactory employee evaluations from supervisor.

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