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15.8 CURRICULUM: New Career Technical Education Course Under the Agricultural Pathway 101: Agriculture Mechanics II (meets A-G requirement “G”) |
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Summary:
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The District's Educational Services Department has recommended updates in our district-wide course catalog. When a course is discovered to be needed to meet student needs, that department team works together to create a course of study. Agriculture Mechanics II is a Capstone course in the California Department of Education CTE Agriculture Pathway 101. It meets the CSU/UC A-G graduation requirements of the "G" Elective.
Agriculture Mechanics II is a more in-depth step and builds off the knowledge learned in the Agriculture Mechanics I course. The course involves the basic skills needed in the field of agriculture and prepares students for basic life and career readiness. They include tool use and maintenance, shop safety, measurements, plumbing, electrical, arc welding, concrete, general farm maintenance, equipment operation, and maintenance. This course includes classroom instruction and practical lab work in the shop. In each unit, the students will explore the fundamentals of each topic, and notes, quizzes, and practicum will show their understanding of the topic. Instruction is also given in leadership, citizenship, and project programs through FFA and Department activities. The students are to build an approved fair project to compete against other local programs in the area. This project allows students to master one or more skills earned during the class.
In this course, students will study theories about transferring matter and energy through electrical, fluid, and mechanical systems. Students will also study more advanced mechanical and structural systems and facilities fundamentals. Students will explore professional opportunities in the field of agricultural mechanics. This will also include the opportunity to participate in activities developed through a student leadership organization. By participating in this program, students will be better prepared to matriculate into post-secondary Agriculture programs. |
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Recommendation
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It is recommended that the Board of Trustees receive, for its review and consideration, as part of the first reading, the new Career Technical Education Course Under the Agricultural Pathway 101: Agriculture Mechanics II. |
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Dr. Shannyn Cahoon - Director - Curriculum and Instruction |
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Kindylee Mackamul - Interim Assistant Superintendent |
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Grant Bennett - Superintendent |
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