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ACADEMIC COMPETITION / STUDY SKILLS A-1466 B-1467



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ACADEMIC COMPETITION / STUDY SKILLS A-1466 B-1467


PREREQUISITE: None

GRADE LEVEL: 9-12

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:

2. Other: Video & print Journalism.



Course Description: The course is designed to help students become more aware of local and world affairs and how they relate to their daily lives. The use of critical thinking skills, analysis and expression will be stressed.
MEXICAN-AMERICAN STUDIES A-0510

PREREQUISITE: Grade of C or better in English and Soc. Studies.

GRADE LEVEL: 11, 12

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective. Meets UC f elective and social science requirement.

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: YES – when offered

EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:

1. Texts: The Mexican American Heritage

2. Novels: Pocho Barrio Boy--Woman Hollering Creek--Rain of Gold

3. Other: Handouts, Audio & Visual Materials

Course Description: Mexican-American Studies is a one-term elective that focuses on the development of the Mexican-American/Chicano culture in the United States. The course will take the student on a historical, factual journey beginning with Indian Mexico, the Spanish Conquest of the Aztecs, continuing through the loss of half of the Mexican Empire after the U.S.-Mexico War, and concluding with the study of present-day Mexican-Americans/Chicanos in the U.S.

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PSYCHOLOGY A-1167

PREREQUISITE: None

GRADE LEVEL: 10-12

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS: Substantial texts and supplemental materials (to be selected), films, and guest speakers.



Course Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the field of psychology – the study of human behavior. This course will explore theories of human behavior and major contributors to this field of study, i.e. Freud, Rogers, Satir, etc.… This course will also compare traditional/classical theories with current trends in pop Psychology. Students will understand the components of psychological health and how emotional, physical, relational, and spiritual health ultimately produces good mental health.

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Division of Vocational Education

ADMISSION TO VOCATIONAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS

All vocational education programs offered by the Woodlake Union High School District and Tulare County Organization for Vocational Education (TCOVE) are open to all students without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap. Any student may enroll in any vocational education course offered by the district as long as they have met prerequisites established by the department.


Agriculture



AGRICULTURE BIOLOGY – (AG SCIENCE I) A-0120 B-0122

PREREQUISITE: None

GRADE LEVEL: 9 – 10

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Meets Life Science graduation requirement and UC/CSU “D” requirement

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: YES

CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level I

EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:

1. Texts: Agriscience Fundamentals & Applications; Science of Animal



Agriculture; Biology, An Agriculture Approach.

2. Other: State Core Curriculum, Lab Equipment, Computer Technology



Course Description: This course is designed to give the student an understanding of basic biology from an agricultural perspective. The students will gain an understanding of the biology of plants and animals through the study of crop and livestock science. The students will also be provided with the basic knowledge of the agriculture industry and the FFA Organization. Professional development and career opportunities will be covered in this course. Students will be required to participate both inside and outside of the classroom.
AGRICULTURE PHYSICAL SCIENCE – (AG SCIENCE II) A-1072 B-1075

PREREQUISITE: Completion of Agriculture Biology or instructor approval

GRADE LEVEL: 10 – 11

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Meets WUHS Physical Science Requirement

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level II

EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:

1. Texts: Modern Earth Science; Soil Science & Management

2. Other: State Core Curriculum, Lab Equipment, Computer Technology

Course Description: This course is designed to give the students an understanding of basic physical science. Students will gain knowledge through the study of the Universe, Earth, and the soil. Professional development and career opportunities will also be covered in this course. Students will be required to participate both inside and outside the classroom.
AGRICULTURE BUSINESS & ECONOMICS – (AG SCIENCE III) A-0113

PREREQUISITE: Completion of Agriculture Biology or instructor approval

GRADE LEVEL: 11 – 12

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Meets WUHS Economics requirement & UC/CSU elective

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: Yes

CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level II



Course Description: This course is designed for advanced study of agriculture business and economics for the college bound student with interest in agriculture. Through this course, students will understand and apply basic economic principles as they relate to individual consumers, production agriculture, and agri-business management. Life skills such as resumes, job applications, interview skills, and college and scholarship applications will be included in this course. Students will be required to participate both inside and outside of the classroom.
AGRICULTURE GOVERNMENT A-

PREREQUISITE: Completion of Ag Biology and U.S. History

GRADE LEVEL: 11-12

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:

Course Description: In this course, students will pursue a deeper understanding of the institution of American Government. They will do an in-depth study of the system of government in the world today and analyze the life and changing interpretations of the Constitution, Bill of Rights, and the current state of the legislative, executive, and judiciary branches of government. This course will create civic literacy as students prepare to vote, participate in community activities, and assume the responsibilities of citizenship. Students will be responsible for both in class and out of class activities associated with the FFA.

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ADVANCED AGRICULTURE SCIENCE A-1077 B-0114

PREREQUISTIES: Biology or Ag.Biology. Algebra I or concurrent enrollment in Algebra I

GRADE LEVEL: 11 – 12

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Meets WUHS Science Requirement

CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level II

EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:

1. Texts: Agriscience Fundamentals & Applications 4th Edition (Burton & Cooper, 2007)

Modern Biology 2nd Edition (Holt, Rinehart & Winston, 2000)

Course Description: Advanced Agriculture Science is a laboratory science course designed for the college-bound student. The course emphasizes detailed knowledge of the agricultural sciences of the following areas: structure and function of agricultural plants and animals, genetics, physiology, plant and animal diversity, ecological relationships, natural resources, floriculture practices, landscape design practices, and animal behavior.
AG MECHANICS I A-0150 B-0151

PREREQUISITE: None

GRADE LEVEL: 9-12

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III

EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL:

1. Texts: Agricultural Mechanics Fundamentals and Applications

2. Other: State AG mechanics curriculum materials

Course Description: This course is designed to introduce students to Agriculture Mechanics and provides instruction in Shop and Personal Safety, Woodworking, Electrical, Plumbing, Cold Metal Fabrication, Concrete construction, small power equipment, as well as careers in the Agriculture Mechanics industry. Students will construct several small projects; a fee will be required for all projects taken home. Students will also be expected to complete class presentations and participate in several Woodlake FFA Activities.
AG MECHANICS II A-0170 B-0171

PREREQUISITE: Ag Mechanics I or permission of instructor

GRADE LEVEL: 10-12

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III

EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL:

1. Text: Agricultural Mechanics Fundamentals and Application

2. Other: Visual Aids, Videos, Filmstrips, State Ag Mechanics Core Curriculum

Course Description: This course is designed to develop the student’s Agriculture Mechanics Skills. Students will learn measurement, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Metal Inert Gas Welding, Oxygen-Acetylene cutting and welding, Plasma cutting, Introduction to Tungsten Inert Gas Welding, Small Project Fabrication, as well as careers in the Agriculture Mechanics industry. Students will be charged a fee for all projects taken home. Students will also be expected to complete class presentations and participate in several Woodlake FFA Activities. Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared for the TCOVE Ag Mechanics class.
AG POWER SYSTEMS I A-0182 B-0183

PREREQUISITE: Ag Mechanics I or permission of instructor

GRADE LEVEL: 10-12

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

EDUCAITOAL MATERIALS:

1. Texts: Various Owner/Repair Manuals

2. Other: Briggs and Stratton Small Engines, miscellaneous other power equipment, videos, software



Course Description: The purpose of this course is to expose the students to general skills and knowledge needed to rebuild, repair, and tune up power equipment commonly used in Agriculture applications. This course is a study in the basic principles of modern small engines, lawn and garden equipment. Most of the engines being worked on will be of the four-stroke type. Students will learn general principles of operation and construction, service, safety, repair, measurement of parts, and tool identification. Students will completely tear down and reassemble a small engine. In addition they will also learn about careers in the Power Equipment Technology industry, complete several special projects, and participate in several Woodlake FFA leadership activities.
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HORTICULTURE PRACTICES A-0123 B-0124

PREREQUISITE: Completion of Ag Biology or Ag Physical Science

GRADE LEVEL: 11 – 12

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Meets fine arts requirement for WUHS graduation.

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL:

1. Texts: Introduction to Horticulture; Landscaping: Principles & Practices;

Sunset Western Garden Book; Soil Science & Management

2. Other: California Agriculture Core Curriculum, Lab Equipment



Course Description: This course is designed to explore the basic tools, concepts, and practices of the horticulture industry. Basic gardening and planting skills, propagation of flowers and bedding plants will be covered in this course. Students will also gain an understanding of the landscape design and maintenance industries. Students will develop skills in designing, installing, and maintaining landscape areas. Professional development and career opportunities will also be covered in this course. Students will be required to participate both inside and outside of the classroom.
AG LEADERSHIP A-1476

PREREQUISITE: Intro. to AG (or concurrently with).or permission of instructor.

GRADE LEVEL: 9-12

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL:

1. Texts: Agri-science Fundamentals and Applications

2. Other: State curriculum materials VO-AG record books



Course Description: This college prep course will focus on leadership in business, school, FFA, and extracurricular activities. The students will assist the instructor in running the AG department as managers of a business. This will include planning events, accounting of AG funding, and making executive decisions.
FLORICULTURE A-0125 B-0126

PREREQUISITE: Ag Biology or Ag Physical Science

GRADE LEVEL: 10-12

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective. Meets fine arts requirement for WUHS graduation and Fine Arts for UC/CSU.

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III

EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL: Trade Publications/magazines. Florist Magazine, Florist Magazine, Florist Review, Misc. Trade Publications Floriculture Text Books

Course Description: This course gives the student a review of the floriculture industry in California. The major emphasis will be on learning and/or updating skills for cut flower and potted plant care, floral design principles, corsage construction, shop management, and job seeking procedures. The course is designed to lay the foundation for an entry-level position in the floriculture industry and/or community classroom experience.
COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING (CAD) A-0175

PREREQUISITE: None

GRADE LEVEL: 11-12

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL: Lecture, discussion, demonstration, guided practice, and the individual assignments and work in the laboratory.



Course Description: Course includes an introduction to the computer aided drafting systems, instruction in the use and care of equipment, introduction to the capabilities of CAD, and the development of the ability to accomplish desired graphics.

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WOOD PRODUCTS A-0177 B-0178

PREREQUISITE: None

GRADE LEVEL: 9-12

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Elective

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III

EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL: Wood TECHNOLOGY & PROCESSES By Mc Graw Hill Glenco 2006
The Project Text is: WOODWORKING BY North American Affinity Clubs 2004
Course Description
: Whether you're new to woodworking or you've been working wood for a number of years, you're sure to benefit from the systematic instruction that you'll receive in the Wood Products Class.  You'll learn everything from designing on the computer to cutting a variety of joints as you build your projects. We emphasize hands-on training and real-world experience, and all lessons are project-focused.

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Business


KEYBOARDING A-1700

PREREQUISITE: None

GRADE LEVEL: 9   12

ELECTIVE/REQUIRED: Required

UC/CSU a-g APPROVED: NO

CA Scholarship Federation: CSF Level III

EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:


  1. Century 21, 7th Ed. Keyboarding

  2. EPC Keyboarding Software

  3. Microsoft Word



Course Description: The goal of this Business Keyboarding class is to help you develop proper touch-typing techniques. Through a series of practice drills, assignments and timed typing, you will learn how too effectively and efficiently use the computer’s keyboard in a word-processing capacity. In addition, you will gain valuable skills in formatting business letters, memorandums, tables, and reports. Speed and accuracy are stressed in the course, as students will learn essential skills to be applied at home, school and the world at large.



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