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HIGH SCHOOL COURSE OFFERINGS Prince George’s County Public Schools

Courses and Programs of Study

HIGH SCHOOL

(GRADES 9-12)

Fall 2017

PGCPS COURSES AND PROGRAMS OF STUDY
HIGH SCHOOL

Courses listed in this publication make up the instructional program for the school system’s middle schools. Only
approved core curricula are available at all sites, and courses may not be offered during this school year if enrollment
does not permit. Prerequisites are conditions that must be met in order to enroll in a course. Credits are used for
scheduling and grade point average calculations.

Information in this publication may change.
Contact the content area office listed in the Phone Directory for updates.

Published by the Division of Teaching and Learning, Department of Curriculum and Instruction

Fall 2017

BOARD OF EDUCATION

SEGUN C. EUBANKS, ED.D., BOARD CHAIR
CAROLYN M. BOSTON, VICE CHAIR, DISTRICT 6

DAVID MURRAY, DISTRICT 1
LUPI QUINTEROS-GRADY, DISTRICT 2
DINORA A. HERNANDEZ, ESQ., DISTRICT 3

PATRICIA EUBANKS, DISTRICT 4
RAAHEELA AHMED, DISTRICT 5
K. ALEXANDER WALLACE, DISTRICT 7
EDWARD BURROUGHS III, DISTRICT 8
SONYA WILLIAMS, DISTRICT 9

VACANT, BOARD MEMBER
MARY KINGSTON ROCHE, BOARD MEMBER
CURTIS VALENTINE, M.P.P., BOARD MEMBER
AMANYA PAIGE, STUDENT BOARD MEMBER
KEVIN M. MAXWELL, PH.D., SECRETARY-TREASURER AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

The Prince George’s County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin,
sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to designated youth groups.
For TTD Services/Hearing & Speech Impaired, call 301-952-6068.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION

How to use this Publication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Planning a High School Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Changes in Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
High School Graduation Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
High School Core Curriculum Sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Enrollment Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
The College Preparation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
College Admissions Tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
SAT Preparation Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Credential Opportunities in High School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
University System of Maryland Admission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
High School Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Phone Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287

HIGH SCHOOL COURSE OFFERINGS

Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Career Academies and Programs of Study. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Architecture and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Business and Finance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Consumer Services, Hospitality, and Tourism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Engineering and Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Environmental Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Global Studies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Graphic Arts, Media, and Communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Health and Biosciences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Homeland Security and Military Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Information Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Law, Education, and Public Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Transportation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Career and Technology Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Experiential Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Family and Consumer Sciences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Technical Academy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Advanced Technology Education, Technology Education, CTE Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Dual Enrollment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
English for Speakers of Other Languages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Health Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
International Baccalaureate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Online and Blended Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Career and Computer Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Health Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
HTML and Web Design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Mathematics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Social Studies, Political Science, and Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
World Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162

Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Military Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177

Aerospace Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Army JROTC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Navy JROTC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Instrumental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Vocal and General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Physical Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Science and Technology Program (S/T). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Social Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Special Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Visual Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Visual and Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Dance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Television Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Theatre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Visual Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
World Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263

HOW TO USE THIS PUBLICATION

1. The courses listed make up the instructional program for the school system’s secondary
schools. However, only approved core curricula are available at all sites, and courses may not
be offered during this school year if enrollment does not permit.

2. Fees are not included in the description of courses.
3. Courses appear in order within alphabetized departments.
4. Course codes are used by the school system to schedule students electronically.
5. The 6th digit in the 6-digit Course Code may be interpreted as follows:

1=first semester;
2=second semester;
3=full year;
0=first or second semester (high school).
6. Credits are awarded for successful demonstration of a specified unit of study.
1.0 = full year;
0.5 = half year;
.25 = one quarter;

0 = full year, half year, or quarter.
7. After required specified credits have been earned, all other credits are elective.
8. Prerequisites are conditions that must be met in order to enroll in a course.
9. Students may need assistance from parents, counselors, administrators, and teachers in

interpreting information within the publication.

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PLANNING A HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULE

All students are expected to either be state-approved Career and Technology Education program
completers or meet University System of Maryland entrance requirements, or both, upon graduating
from high school. Careful and informed course planning is necessary to accomplish this goal:

1. Review credits you have earned to determine whether you are meeting graduation
requirements.

2. Complete registration forms accurately.
3. Some courses have a limited enrollment based on capacities of the physical facilities of the

school. Counselors will work with the teachers involved to register students in those classes.
4. Courses will be taught only if the enrollment is large enough to justify formation of a section. If a

course must be canceled because of low enrollment, every effort will be made to notify students.
5. Because of the large number of courses offered only once, twice or three times, which result

in scheduling conflicts, it is imperative for students to make alternate selections. When contact
cannot be made, the alternate selection is the only aid available in resolving conflicts.

CHANGES IN SCHEDULE

It is very difficult to make satisfactory adjustments at the last moment. Your selections should be
considered final. Requests for schedule changes will be honored only under extenuating circumstances.
Only in unusual circumstances will schedule changes be made after the fourth week in either semester.
Requests for schedule changes will be considered for the following reasons only:

I. Course prerequisites not met;
II. Seniors needing specific courses to meet Maryland graduation requirements;
III. To correct an obvious error;
IV. Failing or non-qualifying grades in summer school courses;
V. Authentic, documented health reasons; and
VI. Certain circumstances requiring administrative approval.

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HIGH SCHOOL

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Effective with the Graduating class of 2021 (entering freshman in Fall 2017), graduation requirements to

earn a Maryland High School diploma are as follows.
See the Required Subject Area Descriptions pages for further descriptions of enrollment requirements.

SUBJECT AREA SPECIFIC CREDIT ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS
REQUIREMENTS

English 4 credits Pursuant to COMAR 13A.03.02.09, students must
Mathematics a. Achieve a passing score on the Maryland High School Assessments for
3 credits Algebra I and English 10, in the following way:
Science √ 1 in Algebra 1
√ 1 in Geometry (i) For school year 2016—2017, a score of 725;
Social Studies √ 1 additional mathematics credit (ii) For school year 2017—2018, a score of 733;
√ Enrollment in a math course each (iii) For school year 2018—2019, a score of 741;
year in high school (iv) For school year 2019—2020, and beyond, a score of 750; and
(v) Assessment in English 10 and/or Algebra I, the passing score on the
3 credits retest shall be the passing score in the year in which the student first took
√ 1 in Biology the assessment.
√ 1 in Biogeochemical Systems b. Achieve a passing score as established by the Maryland State
√ 1 additional credits that must Department of Education (MSDE) on the Maryland High School
include laboratory experience in Assessments for biology and government;
any or all of the following areas: c. Achieve a combined score(s) as established by MSDE on the Maryland
earth science, life science, High School Assessments;
physical science d. If a student has not achieved a passing score on the Maryland High
School Assessment in English 10 and/or Algebra I, achieve a score as
3 credits established by MSDE on MSDE-approved assessments for algebra, and/
√ 1 in U.S. History II or English, aligned with the Maryland High School Assessments such
√ 1 in Local, State, and National as Advanced Placement examinations, SAT, ACT, and International
Government Baccalaureate examinations; or
√ 1 in World History e. Except for students described in Regulation .06G of this chapter, if
a student is unable to meet the requirements in §B(3)(a)—(d) of this
regulation, then satisfactorily complete the requirements of the Bridge Plan
for Academic Validation as set forth in Regulation .06E of this chapter.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Fine Arts 1 credit

Physical 0.5 credit √ Personal Fitness
Education

Health 0.5 credit √ Health Issues
Education

Technology 1 credit
Education

Completer** 2 credits of either World Language or American Sign Language (both credits must be in the same language
and Electives per local requirements) and any remaining credits in electives
OR
**Completer refers to a 2 credits of Advanced Technology Education and any remaining credits in electives
OR
specified sequence of courses Complete (4–9 credits) a Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)-approved sequence of courses
and any remaining credits in electives
required for completing

graduation requirements

Credits: Twenty-one (21) credits are required. Per COMAR 13A.03.02.01C, PGCPS has notified the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)
that four (4) credits must be earned after completion of Grade 11.

Enrollment: The student shall satisfactorily complete four years of approved study beyond the 8th grade unless on an approved option.

Student Service-Learning: The student shall complete a locally-developed, state-approved program that includes service-learning infusion in
designated courses, preparation, reflection and a specified number of hours of independent service.

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HIGH SCHOOL

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Effective with the Graduating classes of 2018 through 2020 (entering freshman in Fall 2014 through Fall

2016), graduation requirements to earn a Maryland High School diploma are as follows.
See the Required Subject Area Descriptions pages for further descriptions of enrollment requirements.

SUBJECT AREA SPECIFIC CREDIT ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS
REQUIREMENTS

English 4 credits Students must satisfy one of the following:
Mathematics (a) Meet the requirements as established by MSDE on the
3 credits Maryland high school assessments for Algebra 1, Biology, English
Science √ 1 in Algebra 1 10, and Government;
√ 1 in Geometry
√ 1 additional mathematics credit (b) Achieve a combined score(s) as established by MSDE on the
√ Enrollment in a math course each Maryland high school assessments;
year in high school
(c) Achieve a score as established by MSDE approved substitute
3 credits assessments for algebra, biology, English, and government,
√ 1 in Biology aligned with the Maryland high school assessments such as
√ 2 additional credits that must Advanced Placement examinations, SAT I, SAT II, ACT, and
include laboratory experience in International Baccalaureate examinations;
any or all of the following areas:
earth science, life science, (d) In school years 2016—2017 and beyond, if a student is unable
physical science to meet the above requirements, then they must satisfactorily
complete the requirements of the Bridge Plan for Academic
Validation, or

Social Studies 3 credits (e) Prior to the 2016—2017 school year, if a student has taken an
√ 1 in U.S. History II HSA-aligned or PARCC-aligned Algebra I and/or English 10 course
√ 1 in Local, State, and National and has passed the course(s) but failed the assessment aligned
Government with the course(s) that student is exempt from completing a Bridge
√ 1 in World History Plan for Academic Validation.
See Assessment Requirements pages in Administrative Procedure
6150 for additonal information and specific information on government.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Fine Arts 1 credit

Physical 0.5 credit √ Personal Fitness
Education

Health 0.5 credit √ Health Issues
Education

Technology 1 credit
Education

Completer** 2 credits of either World Language or American Sign Language (both credits must be in the same language
and Electives per local requirements) and any remaining credits in electives
OR
**Completer refers to a 2 credits of Advanced Technology Education and any remaining credits in electives
OR
specified sequence of courses Complete (4–9 credits) a Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)-approved sequence of courses
and any remaining credits in electives
required for completing

graduation requirements

Credits: Twenty-one (21) credits are required. Per COMAR 13A.03.02.01C, PGCPS has notified the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)
that four (4) credits must be earned after completion of Grade 11.

Enrollment: The student shall satisfactorily complete four years of approved study beyond the 8th grade unless on an approved option.

Student Service-Learning: The student shall complete a locally-developed, state-approved program that includes service-learning infusion in
designated courses, preparation, reflection and a specified number of hours of independent service.

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HIGH SCHOOL
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Effective with the Graduating classes of 2009 through 2017 (entering freshman in Fall 2005 through Fall
2013), graduation requirements to earn a Maryland High School diploma are as follows:

SUBJECT AREA SPECIFIC CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL ASSESSMENT (HSA)
REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS

English 4 credits Algebra/Data Analysis, English 10, and Biology:
Students who entered Grade 9 in the fall of 2005 and later (COMAR
Mathematics 3 credits 13A.03.02.09) must either obtain a passing or combined score on
Science √ 1 in Algebra 1 Algebra/Data Analysis, English 10 or have sat for PARCC English
√ 1 in Geometry 10 and Algebra 1 assessments. Students must meet a participation
√ 1 additional mathematics credit requirement in the Biology assessment. The Bridge Plan for
Academic Validation may be used for students who meet specific
3 credits criteria to meet the passing requirement.
√ 1 in Biology
√ 2 additional credits that must Government:
include laboratory experience in Students entering 9th grade in the 2012-13, 2011-12, 2010-11, or
any or all of the following areas: 2009-2010 school years do not need to pass the Government HSA
earth science, life science, for graduation, but may use it if they pursue a combined score to
physical science satisfy this requirement.
Students entering 9th grade in school year 2013-14 and beyond
Social Studies 3 credits MUST either pass the Government HSA or include the Government
√ 1 in U.S. History II HSA score to meet a combined score requirement.
√ 1 in Local, State, and National
Government See Assessment Requirements pages in Administrative Procedure
√ 1 in World History 6150 for more information.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Fine Arts 1 credit

Physical 0.5 credit √ Personal Fitness
Education

Health 0.5 credit √ Health Issues
Education

Technology 1 credit √ Foundations of Technology
Education

Completer** 2 credits of either World Language or American Sign Language (both credits must be in the same language
and per local requirements) and 3 credits in electives
OR
Electives 2 credits of Advanced Technology Education and 3 credits in electives
OR
Complete (4–9 credits) a Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)-approved sequence of courses
and any remaining credits in electives

Credits: Twenty-one (21) credits are required. Per COMAR 13A.03.02.01C, PGCPS has notified the Maryland State Department of
Education (MSDE) that four (4) credits must be earned after completion of Grade 11.

Enrollment: The student shall satisfactorily complete four years of approved study beyond the 8th grade unless on an approved option.

Student Service-Learning: The student shall complete a locally-developed, state-approved program that includes service learning
infusion in designated courses, preparation, reflection and a specified number of hours of independent service.

**Completer refers to a specified sequence of courses required for completing graduation requirements.

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HIGH SCHOOL

Core Curriculum Course Sequence

CONTENT GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12
Mathematics
• Algebra 1 • Algebra 1 • Geometry • Algebra 2
English • Geometry • Geometry • Financial Algebra • Foundations for
Science • Algebra 2 • Algebra 2 • Algebra 2
• Applications in • Trig / Analysis • Foundations for College Algebra
Social Studies • Probability and • Trig / Analysis
Algebra for English College Algebra • Probability and
8 Language Learners Statistics • Trig / Analysis
• Pre-Calculus • Pre-Calculus Statistics
• Linear Algebra • Advanced Placement • Pre-Calculus
• AP Statistics
(AP) Statistics • AP Computer
• AP Computer
Science
Science • AP Calculus AB
• AP Calculus AB • AP Calculus BC
• Calc III/ 

Differential Equations

• English 9 • English 10 • English 11 • English 12
• English 9 Honors • English 10 Honors • English 11 Honors • AP Language
• English 9 Pre- • ESOL Beginner, • AP Language • AP Literature
• ESOL Intermediate, • English 10 (ESOL)
Diploma Program Intermediate, • ESOL Advanced
• ESOL Newcomer, Advanced Advanced
• English 10 (ESOL)
Beginner,
Intermediate,
Advanced

• Biology • Biology • Chemistry • Earth / Space
• Biology Honors • Chemistry Honors • Biology Systems
• Language of Science • Physics
• AP Physics B • Physics
(ESOL) • AP Physics C • AP Biology
• AP Biology • AP Physics B
• AP Chemistry • AP Physics C
• AP Environmental • AP Chemistry
• AP Environmental
Science
• Environmental Science
• Environmental
Science
• Physics Honors Science
• Physics Honors

• United States History • Local, State, and • World History • AP World History
II, Reconstruction to National Government • AP World History • AP US History
Present • Local, State, and • AP Psychology
• United States History • AP Government &
• Language of II, Reconstruction to National Government
American History Present (ESOL) (ESOL) Politics
(ESOL) • AP European History
• AP Government & • AP Human
Politics
Geography
• World History

(ESOL)

Prince George’s County Public Schools High School Course Offerings • Fall 2017

Enrollment Options Available to Students

In recognition of the fact that the four-year, full-time enrollment requirement may not serve the best interest of some
students, Prince George’s County Public Schools provides several educational options.
To be informed about these options and to receive help in developing and updating a sound educational plan, each
student must meet regularly with his/her guidance counselor. Parent(s) or guardian(s) are required to meet with
appropriate school staff in person, at a pre-arranged conference, to discuss available options and the plans being
considered by their children (wards).
The following education options are available to students presently enrolled in Prince George’s County Public
Schools.

Concurrent and Dual Enrollment
A student may fulfill graduation requirements by being enrolled in both high school and college. A student wishing
to apply for concurrent enrollment must apply for and secure approval from the local school principal. The student
and parent(s) or guardian(s) must work very closely with the school counselor in preparation for this option.
The number of courses approved to be taken beyond the school day should be based on what is educationally
sound and the student’s past performance. See Concurrent Enrollment and Dual Enrollment descriptions in
Administrative Procedure 6150.

Early Admissions
Students may opt to pursue an alternative to the four-year enrollment requirement by applying for an early

admissions program.
Students may be considered for an early admissions program if they meet either of the following criteria:

Option 1: F or students who will complete their high school requirements in three years and desire to graduate
early.

Option 2: F or students who plan to attend an accredited post-high school institution as a full-time student for
one year in lieu of the final year of high school.

Students may be considered for an early admissions program if they meet either of the following criteria:
1. Students who have demonstrated success clearly by their scholastic achievement and academic
precociousness.
2. Students who have demonstrated success clearly by their school achievement and a readiness for
vocational training.

Procedures for Early Admissions
To apply for Early Admissions the following steps must be taken:

During the Fourth Quarter of the Tenth Grade
1. The counselor should have a conference with the parents or guardians and the student to discuss the
requirements for Early Admissions.
2. Recommendations from two major subject area teachers must be obtained.
3. A complete Request for Early Admissions to Post High School Institution form (PS-109) including the plan
for completion of graduation requirements must be submitted to the counselor.
4. The early admissions form, current transcripts, a program report and teacher recommendations must be
submitted to the principal for approval to pursue the process.
5. The pre-approval letter will be forwarded to the student and parent or guardian from the principal.
6. The letter of approval to pursue the process from the principal and the application packet should be
placed in the student’s cumulative folder.

During the First Quarter of the Third Year of High School

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The counselor must complete the Graduation Agreement with the student.

Before the End of the Third Quarter of the Third Year in High School
1. The completed pre-approved packet with the letter of acceptance from the post-secondary institution
and an up-to-date transcript and progress report will be forwarded to the Supervisor of Guidance and
Counseling.
2. A final letter of approval for the Early Admissions option will be forwarded from the Superintendent.

Fulfilling Graduation Requirements
High school graduation will occur at the end of the fourth year of enrollment. The student must provide copies

of college transcripts so that high school credit can be granted.

Work/Study Waiver
Any grade 12 student who has requested to be on work release and cannot enroll in the Career Research and

Development course and can provide documentation of financial hardship may request a half-day academic
schedule. The following steps must be implemented:
1. The student meets all of the requirements identified above.
2. The student provides a letter to the principal documenting the reasons for requesting a work/study waiver

that substantiates financial hardship. The letter must be written by the parent/guardian and confirmed
by the principal or his/her designee via telephone. The principal will then determine approval or denial.
Communication must be made by the principal to the parent and student informing them of his/her decision.
3. If approved, the student must present a letter from his or her employer on letterhead within 5 school days
stating that the student is currently employed with the company. Once this information is received the
student is granted a half-day schedule.
4. The student is then required to provide a letter of work confirmation from the employer quarterly. The
window for accepting the letter is listed below:
a. End of 1st Quarter
If the student fails to provide employment documentation, the parent will receive written notification

from the school that the student will possibly be enrolled in a full day schedule.
b. End of 2nd Quarter
If the student fails to provide employment documentation, the parent will receive written notification

from the school that the student will be enrolled in a full day schedule.
c. End of 3rd Quarter
If the student fails to provide employment documentation, the parent will receive written notification

from the school that the student will possibly be enrolled in a full day schedule.
5. All work/study approval files must be kept in the principal’s office for further review if needed. Contents of

the student file are as follows:
a. Letter from parent requesting work/study waiver due to financial hardship. Notes from principal stating

approval or denial of request and time/date of verbal confirmation with parent.
b. Letter from employer on letterhead confirming student is currently employed.
c. Quarterly documentation showing proof of employment or letters from the school informing the parent

that the student will be placed on a full day schedule.

Early College or Middle College programs
Students who participate in an Early College or Middle College program are inherently early admissions students
and may use the postsecondary credits earned for the four (4) credits that must be earned after completion of
Grade 11.

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THE COLLEGE PREPARATION CHECKLIST

It is never too early to begin planning for college.
The following checklist may help you in preparing for college, beginning where you are now.

9TH GRADE: 10TH GRADE:

r Work closely with counselors to select r Continue to plan your academic program
courses that will prepare you for college; and maintain involvement in school
activities;
r Check entrance requirements for a variety
of colleges and programs; r Make sure your high school program is
meeting career and college admissions
r Become involved in school activities; requirements;
r Use a career interest inventory to refine
r Review career interest inventory results to
career and educational possibilities; explore career and educational possibilities;
r Review career interest inventory results to and

explore educational possibilities; r Take the PSAT/NMSQT (October).
r Visit your College/Career Resource Center;
r Explore volunteer opportunities for the 12TH GRADE:

summer; and r Find out about your school’s transcript
r Take the PSAT/NMSQT (October). request process;

11TH GRADE: r Apply to take the SAT I or ACT
(if you haven’t already taken them or if
r Take the PSAT/NMSQT to qualify for you want to improve your scores, consider
scholarship consideration (October); taking a refresher SAT workshop and/or the
SAT course);
r Review your academic and extracurricular
program — Are you prepared for a career/ r Apply to take the SAT II tests;
college?; r Apply to take the TOEFL (students who

r Begin writing colleges for detailed have taken ESOL);
information; r Apply for college admissions (Fall);
r Investigate early decision programs —
r Narrow down your college choices;
r Visit schools which interest you check deadline (September, October);
r Continue campus visits;
(Spring-Summer); r Attend the National College Fair;
r Attend a National College Fair; r Apply for college housing early
r Discuss finances with parents/guardians;
r Investigate ROTC application; (University of Maryland, December);
r Begin application process for military r Make sure your letters of recommendation

academies; are completed (November, December);
r Attend a Financial Aid Workshop r Attend financial aid night

(December, January, February); (December, January, February);
r Attend the Prince George’s County College r Apply for financial aid (January, March; by

Fair; February 1 for the University of Maryland);
r Take SAT I workshops and/or enroll in the r Attend the Prince George’s College Fair

SAT course offered at your school, prior to (in the evening);
taking the test; r Take Advanced Placement tests (May);
r Take the SAT I and/or ACT (Spring); r Take the SAT Prep class prior to taking the
r Explore early decision options at colleges;
r Take SAT II and Advanced Placement tests test;
(May); r Take time to decide which college is “right”
r Develop your resume for use with college
recommendations (Summer); and for you; and
r Investigate summer courses and programs r Weigh the college’s offer against your
offered to juniors by colleges.
personal and financial requirements (May).

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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TESTS

Your high school academic record is a good indicator of your potential for success in college. However, because
high schools throughout the country differ widely in course offerings, academic standards, and grading policies,
colleges need some standard measure of academic ability when they compare the applications of candidates for
admission. Colleges in the admissions process use scores on the college entrance tests, along with your academic
and extracurricular record. Tests give you an opportunity to display your knowledge. Students have the responsibility
of registering for college entrance tests. High school counselors will assist students in test selection and registration.

PSAT/NMSQT (or PSAT 10)
The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test is a three-hour test administered in October of
each year. It is designed to aid high school sophomores and juniors in planning for college and to serve juniors
wishing to be considered for scholarships administered by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. This
examination provides an early measure of the reading, writing, and mathematical abilities tested by the SAT.
ACT
The ACT is a three hour examination given six times during the school year. It consists of four tests in the
areas of English, reading, mathematics, and science. Scores are reported in each of these areas along with a
composite score. University System of Maryland schools accept either ACT or SAT scores.
SAT
The SAT measures mathematical, critical reading and writing skills. Scores on this three-hour test allow you to
compare yourself in these areas with other college-bound students. Students are encouraged to take the SAT
I in the spring of their junior year, especially if they are considering academy appointments, ROTC programs,
early admission programs at colleges and universities, and special scholarship programs. Maryland private and
state four-year colleges/universities accept SAT I for admission.
SAT II
SAT II are one-hour examinations which measure what you have learned in one of twenty specific subjects
in the areas of English, social studies, science, mathematics and language. All colleges do not require SAT II
scores as a part of the admissions process. In some instances, only scholarship applicants may be required
to take specific tests. Consult the catalog of the college being considered to be sure which tests, if any, are
required.
TOEFL
The Test of English as a Foreign Language is designed to measure the level of English proficiency of individuals
whose native language is not English. Many colleges and universities require foreign students to submit TOEFL
scores as a part of the application process. The test is divided into three parts and measures important language
skills.

SAT PREPARATION COURSE 0.5 CREDIT

Seniors and juniors who plan to take the SAT for college admission should enroll in this semester course. Students
will become familiar with the SAT format, test taking strategies, and critical thinking skills. Students will review basic
arithmetic, algebraic, and geometric concepts for the mathematics section with particular attention to the formats.
In addition, students will review reading and writing strategies and vocabulary development for the verbal section of
the SAT. There will be extensive work in critical and comparative reading as well as analogical reasoning. Simulated
test taking and regular feedback will be an integral part of this class. Participants will be required to take the SAT
in 11th grade during the spring of the school year. Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry and concurrent enrollment in
Algebra II.

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COLLEGE CREDIT, CERTIFICATION, AND
LICENSURE OPPORTUNITIES IN HIGH SCHOOL

Advanced Placement (AP)
The Advanced Placement (AP) program was developed by The College Board to facilitate the transition of
high school students into successful college experiences. The AP program allows students to pursue college-
level studies while still in high school. The courses are designed to prepare students to take and pass the AP
examinations administered nationally through the Educational Testing Service. College credit is awarded to
students who meet specific college or university requirements for the respective courses.

College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
College Level Examination Program (CLEP) provides a means for persons who have reached the college level
of education in non-traditional ways to demonstrate their academic achievement and earn college credits by
taking an exam. For further information, contact the college admissions office.

International Baccalaureate (IB)
International Baccalaureate (IB) tests may be taken by students who have successfully completed IB courses
in high school. The IB Program is recognized for admission to colleges and universities throughout the world.
Many colleges award credit for IB Diploma recipients for advanced placement as sophomores.

TECH PREP (2+2) College Credit Programs
TECH PREP (2+2) Programs offer students technical instruction which links directly with existing programs at
Prince George’s Community College, Montgomery College, or the Community College of Baltimore County.
Students who complete Accounting, Finance, Early Childhood Education, Computer Networking Systems, Pre-
Engineering, Construction, Printing Management, Drafting/CAD, and Automotive Technology earn articulated
credit toward an Associate degree.

Certification and Licensure Programs
Certification and Licensure Programs lead to certification or licensure examinations that students are prepared
to take in order to earn industry credentials. Students who complete the following programs may take the industry
exam: Publishing and Graphics (PrintED); Business Administrative Services (Microsoft Office Specialist);
Drafting (American Design Drafting Association); Carpentry, Electrical, HVAC, Masonry, and Plumbing (National
Center for Construction Education and Research); Barbering (Maryland State Board of Barbers); Cosmetology
(Maryland State Board of Cosmetologists); Culinary Arts (ServSafe); Hospitality and Restaurant Management
(ServSafe and ProStart); Nursing (Maryland Board of Nursing); Child Development (Senior Staff 90 Clock
Hour); Teacher Academy (Praxis 1 and Para Pro); Computer Networking (Cisco Certified Networking Associate,
Certified Entry Level Networking Technician, Internetworking Cisco Devices); IT Essentials (COMPTIA A+ and
CCENT); and Automotive Body and Automotive Technician (Automotive Service Excellence).

Dual Enrollment
The Dual enrollment program is an opportunity for a PGCPS high school student to also take courses at a
Maryland two- or four-year college or university. Students must meet the following criteria:
• Enrolled as an 11th (including summer before) or 12th grader.
• Minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average at your high school by spring of 10th grade year.
• Minimal test score requirements on the ACCUPLACER, SAT or ACT.
• Please refer to the college or university of interest for additional eligibility requirements.
PGCPS school counselors have access to the registration form for dual enrollment and other documents for the
application packet. The forms can also be found at http://www1.pgcps.org/dualenrollment/.

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UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF MARYLAND
REQUIREMENTS

Source: University System of Maryland Website — www.usmd.edu
For more information, check with the USM campus of your choice.

GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12

English English English English

Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Students who complete
Algebra 2 prior to their
final year must complete
the four year mathematics
requirement by taking a
course or courses that utilize
non-trivial algebra**.

Science (Lab) Biology Chemistry Academic Elective (or
Science for STEM majors)

Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Academic Elective

Foreign Language 1, Foreign Language 2, Fine Arts Academic Elective
American Sign Language 1, American Sign Language 2, Academic Elective Academic Elective
OR *Advanced Technology OR *Advanced Technology

Grade Point Average A high school grade point average equivalent to a “C” or better is required for admission
of full-time and part-time entering freshmen who have graduated from high school within
Test Score three years of intended ­enrollment.

Other Criteria A score on a nationally standardized examination such as the SAT or ACT is required
of all applicants who have graduated from high school within three years of intended
*Advanced Technology enrollment.

Academic Electives Each institution shall publish other criteria for admission that may include (a) rigor of the
Senior Year high school curriculum as demonstrated by advanced level coursework, (b) academic
electives, (c) performance on high school assessments, (d) trends in performance, (e)
**Non-trivial algebra citizenship and leadership, (f) special talents, and (g) personal circumstances.

Students should consult the admissions office of the particular institution they are
seeking to attend to determine if advanced technology is accepted in fulfillment of this
requirement.
Students should choose academic electives based on their intended course of study,
special interests, and personal needs.

The University System of Maryland strongly encourages students to prepare for college
during their senior year of high school by continuing to take a challenging academic
program. In a significant number of cases, the senior year curriculum and grades are
examined closely during the admissions review process.
The level of mathematical concepts and problems would be at least as sophisticated as
those that relate to problems appearing in the Achieve ADP Algebra II test. Examples of
courses meeting this requirement include Algebra II, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus
and successor courses, Statistics, and College Algebra.

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Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology

AEROSPACE ENGINEERING AND AVIATION TECHNOLOGY
AEROSPACE ENGINEERING

Aerospace Engineering 1

Course Code: 991033
Prerequisites: Algebra 2
Credits: 1.0 Elective

Aerospace Engineering is the study of the engineering discipline which develops new technologies for use in
aviation, defense systems, and space exploration. The course explores the evolution of flight, fundamentals
of flight, navigation and control, aerospace materials, propulsion, space travel, orbital mechanics, ergonomics,
remotely operated systems and related careers. In addition the course presents alternative applications for
aerospace engineering concepts.

Textbook(s): Aerospace Engineering: From the Ground Up, ISBN 9781435447530

Aeronautics Engineering Applications

Course Code: 991103

Prerequisites: Fundamentals of Aerospace and Aerospace Technology

Credits: 1.0 Advanced Technology Education

This project-based learning course is for students who have successfully completed Courses 1 and 2. Students
will learn about systems such as flight control, remote-control vehicles and the virtual world. Students will learn to
fly using flight simulators. They will work collaboratively to propose a shift from a VOR navigation system to a GPS
system and determine the cost savings. In addition, students will develop rotor blades for helicopters and design
and program an unmanned flying vehicle.

Textbook(s): None

Astronautics Engineering Applications

Course Code: 991113

Prerequisites: Fundamentals of Aerospace, Aerospace Technology, Aeronautics Engineering Application

Credits: 1.0 Advanced Technology Education

Students in this capstone course will focus on outer space and underwater applications. During the six projects,
they will work collaboratively to design, build and test a laser communication system; develop a plan for space
survivability in hostile environments; and utilize software to create a three-dimensional model of a satellite orbit
and a team remote vehicle for underwater exploration. Depending on articulation agreements or state policy,
students who successfully complete the course may be able to earn dual credit.

Textbook(s): None

Aviation History and Development of Flight

Course Code: 991000

Prerequisites: None

Credits: 0.5 Elective

History of Aviation and Development of Flight is an introductory course and customized textbook that focuses
on the history of aviation and flight. It introduces students to how airplanes fly, how weather conditions affect on
flight, the human body and flight, and flight navigation. The course is designed to complement materials taught in
math, physics, and other science-related courses and is aligned with the National Science Education Standards,
the Math Standards and Expectations, and International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) National
Educational Technology Standards for students.

Textbook(s): A Journey into Aviation History, ISBN 0536333831

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Exploration of Careers in Aviation 1

Course Code: 991020

Prerequisites: None

Credits: 0.5 Elective

Exploration of Careers in Aviation 1 is designed to provide an overview of Aviation careers, such as Air Traffic
Control, Aviation Maintenance, Airport Operations, and Management. Students will complete a job interest
inventory, research the different aviation career fields, and experience them from the viewpoint of the experts in
the field.

Textbook(s): Online resources

Exploration of Careers in Aviation 2

Course Code: 991030

Prerequisites: Exploration in Aviation Careers 1

Credits: 0.5 Elective

Exploration of Careers in Aviation 2 is designed to provide students experiential learning opportunities from the
knowledge gained in the Exploration of Careers in Aviation 1 course. These experiential learning opportunities
will occur through activities which include the development of flight plans, designing and running a mock airport,
aircraft maintenance protocols, and extensive use of simulators.

Textbook(s): Online resources

Fundamentals of Aerospace

Course Code: 867913
Prerequisites: None

Credits: 1.0 Technology Education

Fundamentals of Aerospace is a project-based Engineering course, focusing on Aerospace and Aeronautical
topics. This course utilizes hands-on activities to reinforce students’ grasp of STEM concepts critical to the
understanding of the principles of engineering. This course will allow students to practice critical problem-solving
skills through projects and investigations. The primary objective of this course is to provide students with adequate
skill framework for success in the subsequent courses in the Aerospace program. Topics will include: Engineering
Principles & Problem Solving; Engineering Design & CAD; Aerospace Engineering; and Aeronautical Engineering.

Textbook(s): TBA

Meteorology

Course Code: 991010
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 0.5 Elective

This course explores how weather conditions affect flight. The course allow students to analyze Earth’s
atmosphere, atmospheric motion, cloud types and how they form, and how the atmospheric layers impact flight.
Students examine air masses and fronts, high-and low pressure systems, and terrain factors that affect weather.

Textbook(s): The Aerospace Science: The Science of Flight published by HQ AFOATS, Maxwell AFB

AEROSPACE ENGINEERING AND AVIATION TECHNOLOGY
AVIATION OPERATIONS TECHNOLOGY

Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology Capstone

Course Code: 991053
Prerequisites: Enrollment in Aerospace Engineerig and Aviation Technology
Credits: 1.0 Elective

Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology Capstone is a year long course required of all seniors in the
AEAT program. Students will work with a mentor in the career field of their choice to develop a culminating project

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and produce a paper presenting their research, procedures, findings, and conclusions.

Textbook(s): online resources

Aerospace Technology
Course Code: 991023
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 0.5 Elective

Aerospace Technology is an exploration into flight, space travel, and supporting technologies. Students will use a
hands-on approach to study concepts including the history of aviation, aerodynamics, aircraft components, flight
conditions, airport and flight operations, space, rocketry, and the aviation and space industries. The course is
competency-based and utilizes Design Processes and Software, 3D Printers, Wind Tunnels and Flight Simulators
to prepare students for advanced courses.
Textbook(s): Journey of Flight, 2nd edition

Aviation Management
Course Code: 991043
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 1.0 Elective

Aviation Management is a holistic view of management requirements and techniques applicable to the aviation
industry; problems, current issues and future trends related to aviation operations. The course includes
management and organizational styles as applied to the industry, changes in the National Airspace System,
managerial problems unique to the industry, and proposed acquisition of equipment under NEXGEN innovations.
Textbook(s): Air Transportation, A Management Perspective, ISBN 9781472436818

Aviation Safety
Course Code: 991040
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 0.5 Elective

Students will explore the factors and procedures relating to aviation safety, techniques for accident prevention,
procedures used in accident investigations, the human factors (physiological and psychological), and the effect
of weather in making critical decisions.
Textbook(s): Aviation Safety Programs: A Management Handbook, ISBN 9780884873297

Fundamentals of Aerospace

Course Code: 867913
Prerequisites: None

Credits: 1.0 Technology Education

Fundamentals of Aerospace is a project-based Engineering course, focusing on Aerospace and Aeronautical
topics. This course utilizes hands-on activities to reinforce students’ grasp of STEM concepts critical to the
understanding of the principles of engineering. This course will allow students to practice critical problem-solving
skills through projects and investigations. The primary objective of this course is to provide students with adequate
skill framework for success in the subsequent courses in the Aerospace program. Topics will include: Engineering
Principles & Problem Solving; Engineering Design & CAD; Aerospace Engineering; and Aeronautical Engineering.

Textbook(s): TBA

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Human Factors

Course Code: 991050
Prerequisites: Aviation Safety
Credits: 0.5 Elective

This course explores the dynamics of Human Factors in various aspects of Aviation Maintenance, Maintenance
Workplaces, and Maintenance Resource Management. Students will read, discuss, and complete classroom
exercises to investigate, evaluate, and demonstrate their knowledge on reducing human errors which will result
in a safer and more efficient operation. Students will develop and evaluate a class designed human factors
program based on a series of case studies of an actual accidents caused by human error.

Textbook(s): Himan Factors in Aviation, ISBN 9780123745187

Career Academies and Programs of Study

ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
CARPENTRY

Construction Core

Course Code: 871613
Prerequisites: Construction Program Admission
Credits: 1.0 Completer

The course of study includes demonstration of student mastery of the following topics: Basic Safety - personal
protective equipment, performance safety, and what to do if an accident occurs; Introduction to Construction
Math - prepares students to do the calculations they’ll be performing on the job site; Introduction to Hand
Tools - covers basic tools, equipment used in the field, maintenance instructions and safety tips; Introduction
to Power Tools - provides instructions for tools powered by electricity, batteries, and pressurized air, such as
drills, saws, grinders and sanders, and other common construction equipment, maintenance instructions and
safety tips; Introduction to Blueprints - introduces students to different types of plans and how they represent
a finished building. Shows the parts of blueprint in detail, including symbols, title block, and gridlines; Basic
Rigging - covers the slings, hardware, hoists, and hitches used in rigging operations, critical safety issues and
accepted rigging techniques and practices; Hands-On Experiences - provides hands-on experiences in each of
the trades areas, Carpentry, Masonry, Construction Electricity and/or HVAC so that students can gain a working
knowledge of the construction industry.

Textbook(s): Core Curriculum Introductory Craft Skills Contren Learning Series, ISBN 9780134131436

Carpentry 1

Course Code: 871623
Prerequisites: Construction Core
Credits: 1.0 Carpentry CTE

The course of study for Carpentry I (Level I) includes demonstration of student mastery of the following topics:
Wood Building Materials, Fasteners, and Adhesives - Sources and uses of various softwoods and hardwoods,
the grading systems for lumber and plywood, the composition and uses of various engineered sheet materials
and laminated lumber products, and fasteners and adhesives used with wood and masonry; Hand and Power
Tools - detailed descriptions and explanation of the use of hand-operated and power tools used by carpenters,
emphasizing safe and proper operation of tools as well as care and maintenance; Floor Systems - covers
framing basics as well as the procedures for laying out and constructing a wood floor using common lumber as
well as engineered building materials; Wall and Ceiling Framing -describes the procedures for laying out and
framing walls and ceilings, including roughing-in door and window openings, constructing corners and partition
Ts, bracing wall and ceilings, and applying sheathing; Roof Framing - describes the various kinds of roof and
instructions for laying out rafters for gable roofs, hip roofs, and valley intersections including both stick-built and
truss-built roofs; Windows and Exterior Doors - describes the various types of windows, skylights, and exterior
doors, and provides instruction for installing them. Also includes instruction for installing weather-stripping and
locksets.

Textbook(s): Carpentry Fundamentals (Level I), ISBN 9780133403800

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Carpentry 2 871723
Carpentry 1
Course Code: 4.0 Carpentry CTE
Prerequisites:
Credits:

The course of study for Carpentry 2 includes demonstration of student mastery of the following topics. Reading
Plans and Elevations builds upon the basic information presented in the Introduction to Blueprints module
studied in the Core Curriculum, includes techniques for reading and using blueprints and specifications with an
emphasis placed on those drawings and information relevant to the carpentry trade, and introduces the subject
of quantity takeoffs. Site Layout One—Distance Measurement and Leveling covers principles, equipment, and
methods used to perform the site layout tasks of distance measurement and differential leveling and information
about layout responsibilities of surveyors, field engineers, carpenters and using site drawings and on-site
communications. Introduction to Concrete and Reinforcing Materials describes the properties, characteristics,
and uses of various types of cement, aggregates, and other materials and the procedures for concrete volume
estimates and testing of mixed concrete, methods and materials for curing concrete and reinforcement materials
used in concrete, such as reinforcement bars, bar supports, and welded-wire fabrics are covered. Foundations
and Flatwork covers construction of forms for continuous, stepped and grade beam concrete footings and edge
forms used for on-grade concrete slabs. Concrete Forms covers the application and construction methods for
various types of forms, including wall, column, slab and beam, and stair. Reinforcing Concrete explains the
selection and use of different types of reinforcing materials and describes general requirements for cutting,
bending, splicing, and tying reinforcing steel. Handling and Placing Concrete covers the tools, equipment and
procedures for handling, placing, and finishing concrete at the job site. Safety procedures are emphasized.
Manufactured Forms covers the types of forms and hardware systems used in the construction of walls,
columns, deck and roof slabs, beams and girders, culverts, and highways and includes coverage of flying
forms, slipforms, shoring and architectural finishes.

Textbook(s): Carpentry Framing and Finishing (Level II), NCCER, ISBN 9780133404654

ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
CONSTRUCTION DESIGN MANAGEMENT

Introduction to Construction Design and Management

Course Code: 871513

Prerequisites: Construction Program Admission

Credits: 1.0 Completer

This course provides an overview of the design and construction process as well as an introduction to the
many career options within the field of construction. Students will be introduced to core concepts in design and
construction including construction methods and materials, fundamental elements of design, and innovative
technologies including Green Construction and Design. Students will be introduced to design software as
they complete basic design projects such as floor plans. In addition, students will begin to develop a better
understanding of the fields’ interrelationships.

Textbook(s): Online through Towson University

Principles of Construction Design

Course Code: 871523
Prerequisites: Introduction to Construction Design and Management
Credits: 1.0 Drafting/CAD CTE Completer

The Principles of Construction Design course provides students with an in-depth understanding of the
construction design process. Students will complete a series of increasingly complex construction design projects
in which they incorporate all aspects of the construction process, including zoning and regulation requirements;
construction methods and materials, energy conservation; surveying; and project planning. Students will use
design software to generate site plans (topography) as well as detailed building plans. Portfolios are used to
show the developmental stages of a design project. Students will work in teams to develop each aspect of a
construction project including developing a proposal, site plans, and construction management documents.

Textbook(s): Online through Towson University

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Advanced Design & 3D Modeling

Course Code: 871533

Prerequisites: Introduction to Construction Design and Management, Principles of Construction Design

Credits: 1.0 Drafting/CAD CTE Completer

This is the third course in the Construction Design Program. Students will work in teams to fully develop designs
and a construction management plan for a pre-determined site. In this year-long project, students begin with
the legal description and topography of the site and create a proposal for development. The construction design
project must meet the client’s needs, budget, and the site characteristics. Students will generate a series of
plans to be included with the proposal for submission to an industry review panel for approval. Upon completion
of the course, students will demonstrate advanced design/drafting skills and be prepared for the AutoCAD
certification exam.

Textbook(s): Online through Towson University

Advanced Construction Management

Course Code: 871543

Prerequisites: Introduction to Construction Design and Management, Principles of Construction Design, and

Advanced Design and 3-D Modeling

Credits: 1.0 Drafting/CAD CTE Completer

This is the fourth and final course in the Construction Design Management Program. This course builds on an
understanding of the construction design process to advanced knowledge and skill in construction management.
In this course, students will be required to work in teams to complete a project from existing plans. The year-
long project will focus on building codes and standards, coordination of the construction process, estimating,
planning and scheduling; and site management. Students will complete a portfolio of their design and construction
management projects for review by an industry panel.

Textbook(s): Online through Towson University

ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
ELECTRICAL

Construction Core

Course Code: 871613
Prerequisites: Construction Program Admission
Credits: 1.0 Completer

See previous description.

Electrical 1

Course Code: 871643
Prerequisites: Construction Core
Credits: 1.0 Electrical CTE

The course of study for Electrical 1 includes demonstration of student mastery of the following topics with
emphasis on National Electrical Code requirements: Electrical Safety - Covers safety rules and regulations for
electricians, necessary precautions to take for various electrical hazards found on the job, and OSHA-mandated
lockout/tagout procedure; Hand Bending - provides an introduction to conduit bending and installation and
the techniques for using hand-operated and step conduit benders, as well as cutting, reaming, and threading
conduit; Fasteners and Anchors - covers hardware and systems used by electricians to mount and support
boxes, receptacles, and other electrical components and the types of anchors and supports, their applications,
and safe installation; Electrical Theory One - offers a general introduction to the electrical concepts used in
Ohm’s law applied to DC series circuits including atomic theory, electromotive force, resistance, and electric
power equations; Electrical Theory Two - introduces series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits, resistive circuits,
Kirchoff’s voltage and current laws, and circuit analysis; Electrical Test Equipment - focuses on proper selection,
inspection, use, and maintenance of common electrical test equipment and the appropriate test procedures and
safety rules; Introduction to the National Electrical Code (NEC) provides a navigational road map for using the

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NEC, layout of the NEC and the types of information found within the code book; Raceways, Boxes, and Fittings
- introduces the types and application of raceways, wireways, and ducts; Conductors - focuses on the types and
applications of conductors, proper wiring techniques; Introduction to Electrical Blueprints - focuses on electrical
prints, drawings, and symbols in schematics, one-liners, and wiring diagrams; Wiring, Commercial and Industrial
- covers the electrical devices and wiring techniques common to commercial and industrial construction and
maintenance; Wiring Residential - covers the electrical devices and wiring techniques common to residential
construction and maintenance and service calculations.

Textbook(s): Electrical Level I, ISBN 9780133830057

Electrical 2

Course Code: 871733
Prerequisites: Electrical 1
Credits: 4.0 Electrical CTE

The course of study for Electrical 2 includes demonstration of student mastery of the following topics: Alternating
Current focuses on forces that are characteristic of alternating-current systems and the application of Ohm’s
law to AC circuits. Motors: Theory and Application covers AD and DC motors including the main parts, circuits,
and connections. Grounding focuses on the purpose of grounding and bonding electrical systems and NEC
regulations. Conduit Bending covers all types of bends in sizes of conduit up to 6 inches, mechanical, hydraulic,
and electrical benders. Boxes and Fittings is an NEC-driven module that explains how to select and size outlet
boxes, pull boxes, and junction boxes. Conductor Installation covers the transportation, storage, and setup of
cable reels; methods of rigging; and procedures for complete cable pulls in raceways and cable trays. Cable
Tray focuses on NEMA and NEC installation requirements for cable tray, including modifications and cable
installations. Conductor Termination and Splices describes methods of terminating and splicing conductors
of all types and sizes, including the preparation and taping of conductors. Installation of Electric Services
covers methods and techniques for both single- and three-phase services, including metering equipment and
NEC regulations. Circuit Breakers and Fuses describe fuses and circuit breakers along with their practical
applications and short-circuit calculations. Contactors and Relays give basic descriptions of various types of
contactors and relays, along with their practical applications. Electric Lighting introduces the basic principles
of human vision and the characteristics of light, the handling and installation of the different kinds of lamps
(incandescent, fluorescent, and HID), and lighting fixtures (surface-mounted, recesses, suspended, and track
lighting).

Textbook(s): Electrical Level 2, ISBN 9780133830729

ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

Construction Core

Course Code: 871613
Prerequisites: Construction Program Admission
Credits: 1.0 Completer

See previous description

HVAC 1

Course Code: 871663
Prerequisites: Construction Core
Credits: 1.0 Heating, Ventilation & AC CTE

The course of study for HVAC 1 includes demonstration of student mastery of the following topics: Trade
Mathematics explains how to solve problems involving the measurement of lines, area, volume weights, angles,
pressure, vacuum, temperature, scientific notation, powers, roots, and basic algebra and geometry; Tools of
the Trade describes the purpose and use of tools such as wrenches, saws, hammers, drills, and measuring
instruments, along with instructions on their safe use and maintenance; Copper and Plastic Piping Practices
covers the selection, preparation, joining, and support of copper and plastic piping and fittings; Soldering and

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Brazing covers tools, materials, and safety precautions and depicts step-by-step procedures for soldering and
brazing piping; Ferrous Metal Piping Practices covers various types of iron and steel pipe and fittings, and
provides step-by step instructions for cutting, threading, and joining ferrous piping; Basic Electricity teaches
power generation and distribution, electrical components, DC circuits, and electrical safety; Introduction to
Cooling covers the basic principles of heat transfer, refrigeration, and pressure-temperature relationships and
describes the components and accessories used in air conditioning systems; Introduction to Heating covers
heating fundamentals, types and designs of furnaces and their components, and basic procedures for installing
and servicing furnaces.

Textbook(s): HVAC Level I Third Edition, ISBN 9780133402537

HVAC 2

Course Code: 871743
Prerequisites: HVAC 1
Credits: 4.0 Heating, Ventilation & AC CTE

The course of study for HVAC 2 includes demonstration of student mastery of the following topics: Air
Distribution Systems describes air distribution systems and their components, air flow measurement, ductwork,
installation principles, and the use of instruments for measuring temperature, humidity, pressure, and velocity.
Chimney, Vents, and Flues describe the principles of furnace venting of fossil-fuel furnaces and the proper
methods for selecting and installing vent systems for gas-fired heating equipment. Maintenance Skills for the
Service Technician covers the application and installation of various types of fasteners, gaskets, seals, and
lubricants, as well as the installation and adjustment of different types of belt drives, bearings, and couplings, job
documentation and customer relations. Alternating Current covers transformers, single-phase and three-phase
power distribution, capacitors, the theory and operation of induction motors, the instruments and techniques
used in testing AC circuits and components and reviews electrical safety. Basic Electronics explains the theory of
solid-state electronics, as well as the operation, use, testing of the various electronic components used in HVAC
equipment and introduces computers. Electric Heating covers the operation and testing of electric furnaces and
their components, with emphasis on the operation of electric furnace control circuits. Introduction to Control
Circuit Troubleshooting covers the operation, testing, and adjustment of conventional and electronic thermostats
as well as the operation of common electrical, electronic, and pneumatic circuits used to control HVAC systems,
how to analyze circuit diagrams for electronic and microprocessor based controls used in comfort heating
and cooling equipment and how to troubleshoot systems that use these controls. Accessories and Optional
Equipment covers the basic principles, process, and devices used to control humidity and air cleanliness, as
well as devices used to conserve energy in HVAC systems. Metering Devices covers the operating principles,
applications, installation, and adjustment of the various types of fixed and adjustable expansion devices used in
air conditioning equipment. Compressors explains the operating principles of the different types of compressors
used in comfort air conditioning systems as well as basic installation service and repair procedures for these
compressors. Heat Pumps covers the principles of reverse cycle heating, describes the operation of the various
type of heat pumps, and analysis of heat pump control circuits, heat pump installation and service procedures.
Leak Detection, Evacuation Recovery, and Charging cover the entire basic refrigerant handling and equipment
servicing procedures that a technician must know in order to service HVAC systems in a manner that is safe
for the environment.

Textbook(s): HVAC Level 2, ISBN 9780133404272

ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
INTERIOR DESIGN

Interior Design

Course Code: 685713
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 1.0 Elective

This yearlong course includes units on the elements and principles of design, surface and window treatments,
lighting, selecting and buying furniture, furniture styles, room arrangement of furniture, kitchens and other service
areas, and accessories. In depth study of career opportunities in the field of interior design and the preparation
of a design portfolio are essential components. The class may participate in selecting and decorating furnishings

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for the student-built house project.
Textbook(s): Homes: Today & Tomorrow, ISBN 9780078744211

ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
MASONRY

Construction Core

Course Code: 871613
Prerequisites: Construction Program Admission
Credits: 1.0 Completer

See previous description

Masonry 1

Course Code: 871683
Prerequisites: Construction Core
Credits: 1.0 Masonry CTE

The course of study for includes demonstration of student mastery of the following topics: Introduction to
Masonry covers the historic and current methods and procedures used in the masonry trade, brick and block
manufacturing, the types of brick and block that are currently used in various types of masonry construction,
Knowledge, skill, and ability requirements of a mason. Safety Requirements provides an overview of the basic
safety practices and requirements found in the masonry trade and covers the use of appropriate personal
protective equipment, handling hazardous materials, and work safety. Tools and Equipment presents and
describes the tools and equipment used in the production of mortar, cutting of masonry units, and placing
of masonry units, safe operation and maintenance requirements, larger pieces of power equipment, and the
opportunity to operate each hand tool. Mathematics, Drawings, and Specifications guide the trainee in the
process of using mathematics to figure distances, areas, and volumes for masonry construction work, describes
the information typically found on drawings and construction plans for residential construction, addresses the
specifications used in the construction process, and includes a set of drawings. Mortar explains the properties
of mortar and the components that make up the mixture, describes the chemical and physical properties of
cement, sand, and various types of admixtures, and discusses procedures for storing materials and mixing
mortar. Masonry Units and Installation Techniques introduces the methods and procedures used in masonry
unit installation. Topics include basic techniques for laying brick and block, using mortar to bond masonry units,
and patterns.

Textbook(s): Masonry Level I Third Edition, ISBN 9780133754025

Masonry 2

Course Code: 871753
Prerequisites: Masonry 1
Credits: 4.0 Masonry CTE

The course of study for Masonry II includes demonstration of student mastery of the following topics.
Residential Plans and Drawings Interpretation covers information the mason will need to work with residential
plans and construction drawings and be able to convert that information into action on the job. This includes
understanding the organization and format of plans; dimensioning and scaling; and estimating materials
quantities from information on the plans. Residential Masonry covers the construction techniques for residential
and small structure foundations, steps, patios, decks, chimneys, and fireplaces. Work activities that the mason
must perform as well as those that tie into the masonry work are described. Grout and Other Reinforcement
focuses on the use of grout and other types of reinforcement such as reinforcing steel to strengthen and support
masonry structures. It describes the locations where grout can be used and the techniques for placement.
The use and application of various types of reinforcing steel bars is also discussed. Metal Work in Masonry.
Many types of metal accessories and attachments are used in masonry construction. This module exposes
the mason with the various types of metal components and how they are installed including metal rods, joint

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reinforcements, plates, anchors, fasteners, and hollow metal frames for doors and windows. Advanced Laying
Techniques contains detailed information that direct the mason in accomplishing the actual construction of
walls, arches, and other useful structures. Construction Techniques and Moisture Control describes techniques
used to construct openings in masonry walls, the application of insulation, and methods of moisture control
as they relate to the mason’s trade. Properties and materials used in moisture control are explained. Various
methods of insulating structures are described. Elevated Work describes the basic types of scaffolding used
in masonry construction, the requirements for the erection, inspection, and removal of scaffolding. Safety
requirements are emphasized. Techniques for stocking and placing masonry units on elevated work spaces are
presented. Construction Inspection and Quality Control introduces the quality control requirements for masonry
construction. Procedures for inspection and testing of masonry materials and finished masonry construction
are presented.

Textbook(s): Masonry Level 2, ISBN 9780133779707

ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
PLUMBING

Construction Core

Course Code: 871613
Prerequisites: Construction Program Admission
Credits: 1.0 Completer

See previous description

Plumbing 1 871703
Construction Core
Course Code: 1.0 Plumbing CTE
Prerequisites:
Credits:

The course of study for Plumbing 1 includes demonstration of student mastery of the following topics: Introduction
to the Plumbing Trade covers the history of plumbing from ancient times to current plumbing training programs,
professional practices, career opportunities, and some basic safety information. Plumbing Tools covers
the tools that plumbers used in their daily work, including measuring tools, leveling tools, wrenches, pliers,
hammers, screwdrivers, vises, saws, pipe cutters, drills threaders, and soldering equipment. Introduction to
Plumbing Math reviews basic math principles and then moves on to plumbing-specific math problems, including
calculating pipe lengths, runs, and offsets for 45-degree angles. Introduction to Plumbing Drawings reviews
the blueprints that are included in a building’s plans and then moves on to specific plumbing drawings, such
as isometric and oblique pictorial drawings, orthographic drawings, schematic drawings, drawings of fixtures,
assembly drawings, and cutaway drawings. Plastic Pipe and Fittings describes the various types of plastic piping
and fittings, what each is used for, the measuring, cutting, and joining techniques for each type, and the hangers
and supports used with plastic pipe. Copper Pipe and Fittings describes the various types of copper piping and
fittings, what each is used for, the measuring, cutting, and joining techniques for each type, and the hangers
and supports used with copper pipe. Cast-Iron Pipe and Fittings describes the two types of cast-iron pipe (hub
and no-hub), fittings used with each, how each is measured, cut, joined, and assembled, and the hangers and
supports used with cast-iron pipe. Carbon Steel Pipe and Fittings describes carbon steel pipe, fittings used
with it, how it is measured, cut, threaded, joined, and assembled, and the hangers and supports used with
carbon steel pipe. Fixtures and Faucets covers various types of fixtures that plumbers install including sinks
and lavatories, tubs and showers, disposals and dishwashers, and laundry trays and mop basins, compression
and non-compression faucets for sinks and lavatories. Introduction to Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) Systems
provides an overview of the drawing, waste, vent (DWV) system from inside the building, where the liquid drains
into pipes, to the sewer and waste treatment facilities and the basics of traps, drawings, vents, DWV fittings,
and cleanouts. Introduction to Water Distribution Systems provides an overview of the water distribution system
from its source municipal water system or private well to water treatment and distribution, the water distribution
system within buildings and the basics of valves, fixtures, and faucets.

Textbook(s): Plumbing (Level I), ISBN 9781401848910

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Plumbing 2

Course Code: 871763
Prerequisites: Plumbing 1 and Construction Core
Credits: 4.0 Plumbing CTE

The course of study for Plumbing 2 includes demonstration of student mastery of the following topics. Intermediate
Math explains the techniques for calculating simple, rolling and parallel offsets. Reading Commercial Drawings
teaches how to interpret and use civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical drawings
when installing plumbing systems. Installing and Testing DWV Piping explains how to locate, install, connect,
and test a complete drain, waste, and vent (DWV) system. Installing Roof, Floor and Area Drains covers
techniques for locating, installing, and connecting roof, floor and area drains according to code. Types of Valves
reviews the many types and uses of valves and introduces trainees to valve repair and replacement. Installing
and Testing Water Supply Piping teaches the trainee how to locate, install, connect, and test water supply
piping while observing safety guidelines. Installing Fixtures, Valves, and Faucets covers the installation of basic
plumbing fixtures, including bathtubs, shower stalls, lavatories, sinks, water closets, and urinals, as well as
their valves and faucets. Installing Water Heaters teaches trainees about gas-fired, electric, solar, and indirect
water heaters and reviews the proper installation and testing techniques. Fuel Gas Systems introduces trainees
to the techniques for handling fuel gas and fuel oil safely and for installing and testing gas and oil systems.
Servicing of Fixtures, Valves, and Faucets covers the troubleshooting and repair of fixtures, valves, and faucets
in accordance with safety guidelines.

Textbook(s): Plumbing Level 2, ISBN 9780133148503

BUSINESS AND FINANCE
ACCOUNTING

Accounting Capstone

Course Code: 536003
Prerequisites: Advanced Accounting, Business Management & Finance Academy, Grade 12
Credits: 1.0 Accounting CTE

The Capstone Project is a personally designed independently conducted activity which enables students to further
knowledge/skill in one or more course topics of interest or beneficial in the Accounting pathway. The capstone
project provides students with a forum for analyzing, synthesizing and implementing skills and knowledge. It
offers an opportunity to think critically about a subject of profound interest to each student. While demonstrating
a mastered content area, students apply their knowledge by creating a tangible product or service. Students
are required to present the Capstone Project before their class and if possible business partners. Some skills
include complex problem solving, evaluation, and synthesis of research, writing, communication, organization,
accounting, budgeting, spread sheet presentation skills.

Textbook(s): Accounting: Real-World Applications & Connections, ISBN 9780078935671

Advanced Accounting

Course Code: 535203
Prerequisites: Principles of Accounting and Finance, Business Management & Finance Academy, Grade 12
Credits: 1.0 Accounting CTE

The Advanced Accounting course provides students with accounting knowledge that will prepare them for
post-high school levels of education and entry-level positions in the workforce. Focus will be on accounting
procedures necessary to address long- and short-term assets and investments, long- and short-term liabilities,
inventory management and accounting ratios used in the decision-making process. A comprehensive study of
the accounting procedures used in establishing corporations, declaring and paying dividends, the formation and
dissolution of partnerships, distribution of net income and owners’ equity statements is included in this course.
Career pathways for accounting will be examined and the use of accounting knowledge in a variety of career
clusters is also explored. Awareness of ethical issues and application of ethical decision-making models will be
reinforced throughout the course. Excel, Peachtree, and Quick Books will be used.

Textbook(s): Accounting: Real-World Applications & Connections, ISBN 9780078935671

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Business Communications

Course Code: 551100
Prerequisites: Computer Software Applications
Credits: 0.5 Elective

The first quarter of this semester long course is designed to teach students to efficiently use a keyboard in order
to prepare and format documents relevant in a business environment and communicate effectively. Emphasis
will be placed on proper keyboarding technique inclusive of spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and word
usage. The second quarter of the course will teach students to communicate in a clear, courteous, concise, and
correct manner on both personal and professional levels. Competency will be developed in oral, written, social,
technological, employment, and organizational communication with listening skills incorporated throughout the
semester. Students will complete the course with a greater understanding of the importance of technology and
the need for effective communication skills to advance in a business career.

Textbook(s): Business Communications, ISBN 9780538436823

Computer Software Applications

Course Code: 534000
Prerequisites: 9th Grade student
Credits: 0.5 Elective

This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to learn commercial software application
programs similar to those commonly used in college and industry. It will acquaint students with ways to use a
microcomputer as a tool for schoolwork as well as current uses in the workplace. The major software applications
used in the course will include software for information processing, database, spreadsheets, graphics and
integrated software.

Textbook(s): Integrated Computer Applications, ISBN 9781111988098

Principles of Accounting and Finance

Course Code: 553133
Prerequisites: Principles of Business Administrations and Management,
Business Management & Finance Academy Grade 11
Credits: 1.0 Business Management CTE

The course provides students with knowledge necessary to manage and maintain a company’s financial
resources in daily operating decisions. A mastery of fundamental accounting concepts, skills and competencies
is essential to making informed business decisions. Students will learn to apply generally accepted accounting
principles to determine the value of assets, liabilities, and owner’s equity as they apply to various forms of
business ownership. Students will prepare, interpret, and analyze financial statements using manual and
computerized systems for service and merchandising businesses. Students will apply appropriate accounting
principles to payroll and tax liabilities. Students will identify positions and career paths in the field of accounting.
Students will examine the role of ethics and social responsibility in decision-making.

Textbook(s): Accounting: Real-World Applications & Connections, ISBN 9780078935671

Principles of Business Administration and Management

Course Code: 553103
Prerequisites: Grade 10 Business Management and Finance student
Credits: 1.0 Business Management CTE

This course provides students with knowledge of the types of businesses, as well as various applications, laws
and theories of business. Along with a brief historical perspective, business terminology and principles will be
emphasized. Students will learn to analyze the functions of business through evaluating, planning, organizing,
and controlling. Students will develop the communication skills that will be necessary for success in the
workplace and college. Students will be expected to think analytically, improve written and oral communication
skills, enhance listening and questioning skills, learn and practice the art of conversation, improve public
speaking skills, broaden their awareness of career options, practice using teamwork to make decisions and
solve problems, and learn why people skills, communication skills and networking skills can help them succeed

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in their careers. Students will develop human resource skills including: diversity training, attitude, attendance,
accountability, employer/employee rights, discrimination, availability of information as well as time management
and setting priorities. Students will write grammatically correct correspondence and communicate orally.
Students will understand the business world and be more prepared to meet their career goals and objectives.

Textbook(s): Principles of Business, ISBN 9781111426941

BUSINESS AND FINANCE
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

Business Communications

Course Code: 551100
Prerequisites: Computer Software Applications
Credits: 0.5 Elective

See description on previous page.

Computer Software Applications

Course Code: 534000
Prerequisites: 9th grade student
Credits: 0.5 Elective

See description on previous page.

Internship 500010, 500013
Successful completion of three credits of Business Academy pathway courses
Course Code: 0.5 - 1.0 Elective
Prerequisites:
Credits:

This course will provide students the opportunity to become completers in theAccounting, Business Management,
Finance and Business Administrative Services strands. Students will complete a specialized project specific to
the strand or spend the year working in a department approved internship.

Textbook(s): None

Office Systems Management 1

Course Code: 553123

Prerequisites: Principles of Business Administration and Management,
Business Management and Finance Academy Grade 11

Credits: 1.0 Business Administrative Services CTE

The Office Systems Management course provides students with a study of basic business practices, information
systems and computer applications. Students develop managerial and technical skills for business support
operations through applied learning. Problem-solving skill development is incorporated throughout the course
to meet the recommendations made through the Maryland Skills for Success. Competencies include applying
emerging technologies in order to complete appropriate office operations; using spreadsheets, desktop publishing
and/or word processing software in order to create business documents and professional presentations;
exhibiting appropriate interpersonal teamwork and leadership skills in order to succeed in the business world;
demonstrating a knowledge of acceptable values and behaviors in order to become ethically responsible
employees; and developing an appreciation of diversity in the workplace. Industry standard office equipment
and the most current Microsoft Office software available will be used in this course.

Textbook(s): Office Systems Management 1, ISBN 13-9781269259002

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Office Systems Management 2

Course Code: 553143
Prerequisites: Office Systems Management 1, Business Management & Finance Academy Grade 12 student
Credits: 1.0 Business Administrative Services CTE

This course provides students with advanced technology skills. Students will develop advanced skills using
Microsoft’s leading business desktop software and acquire the Microsoft Office Specialist credential in Word
and Excel. Students will be expected to think analytically, manipulate information, and use the computer as a
productivity tool through integrated application programs. Expertise in technology will contribute to students’
future career mobility, advancement potential, compensation and job satisfaction.

Textbook(s): Office Systems Management ISBN 9781269601628

Dual Credit: Earning credit for INT 1330 Integrated Applications at Prince George’s Community College makes
a student eligible for 553163 Office Systems Management 2 DE credit.

Dual Credit: Earning credit for INT 2140 Problem Solving with Spreadsheets at Prince George’s Community
College makes a student eligible for 553153 Office Systems Management 1 DE credit.

Principles of Accounting and Finance

Course Code: 553133
Prerequisites: Principles of Business Administrations and Management,
Business Management & Finance Academy Grade 11
Credits: 1.0 Business Management CTE

See description on previous page.

Principles of Business Administration and Management

Course Code: 553103
Prerequisites: Grade 10 Business Management and Finance
Credits: 1.0 Business Management CTE

See description on previous page.

BUSINESS AND FINANCE
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Advanced Business Management

Course Code: 553113
Prerequisites: Principles of Business Administration and Management, Business
Management & Finance Grade 11 student
Credits: 1.0 Business Management CTE

The Advanced Business Administration course provides students with the knowledge that will prepare them for
post-high school levels of education and entry-level positions in the work force. It is followed by the Capstone
course. Focus will be on the role of business in society; the changing nature of contemporary business practices;
major management concepts, theories, and theorists, the processes of management (functional, operational,
human relations), business law and ethics, and business communications. Career pathways will be examined and
the use of business management knowledge in a variety of career clusters is also explored. Awareness of ethical
issues and application of ethical decision-making models will be reinforced throughout the course. Students will
understand the business world and be more prepared to meet their career goals and objectives. This course will
help students to contribute to the improvement of economic citizenship and professional literacy through analysis
of the business and economic environment.

Textbook(s): Management 6, ISBN 9871285091075

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Business Communications

Course Code: 551100
Prerequisites: Computer Software Applications
Credits: 0.5 Elective

See description on previous page.

Business Management Capstone

Course Code: 553213
Prerequisites: Advanced Management, Business Management & Finance Academy student, Grade 12
Credits: 1.0 Business Management CTE

The Capstone Project is a personally designed independently conducted activity which enables students to
further knowledge/skill in one or more of the course topics of interest or beneficial in the Business Management
pathway. The capstone project provides students with a forum for analyzing, synthesizing and implementing
skills and knowledge. It offers an opportunity to think critically about a subject of profound interest to each
student. While demonstrating a mastered content area, students apply their knowledge by creating a tangible
product or service. Students are required to present the Capstone Project before their class and if possible
business partners. Some skills include complex problem solving, evaluation, and synthesis of research, writing,
communication, organization, time-management and presentation skills.

Textbook(s): Management 6, ISBN 9871285091075

Computer Software Applications

Course Code: 534000
Prerequisites: 9th grade student
Credits: 0.5 Elective

See description on previous page.

Internship

Course Code: 500010, 500013
Prerequisites: Successful completion of three credits of Business Academy pathway courses
Credits: 0.5 - 1.0 Elective

See description on previous page.

Principles of Accounting and Finance

Course Code: 553133
Prerequisites: Principles of Business Administrations and Management,
Business Management & Finance Academy Grade 11
Credits: 1.0 Business Management CTE

See description on previous page.

Principles of Business Administration and Management

Course Code: 553103
Prerequisites: Principles of Business Administrations and Management, Business Management & Finance
Academy Grade 11
Credits: 1.0 Business Management CTE

See description on previous page.

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BUSINESS AND FINANCE
FINANCE - NATIONAL ACADEMY FOUNDATION (NAF)

Applied Finance NAF

Course Code: 511160

Prerequisites: Financial Services, Academy of Finance 11th Grade Student

Credits: 0.5 Finance-NAF CTE

This course delves into the financial concepts introduced in Principles of Finance. Students learn to identify
the legal forms of business organization and continue to develop an understanding of profit. They learn about
various financial analysis strategies and the methods by which businesses raise capital. Students also have the
chance to explore, in depth, topics of high interest in the field of finance, and explore the types of careers that
exist in finance today.

Textbook(s): Online National Academy Foundation curriculum and resources

Business Communications

Course Code: 551100
Prerequisites: Computer Software Applications
Credits: 0.5 Elective

See description on previous page.

Business Economics - NAF

Course Code: 540000
Prerequisites: Applied Finance, Managerial Accounting, Academy of Finance12th Grade student
Credits: 0.5 Finance-NAF CTE

Business Economics introduces students to the key concepts of economics as they pertain to business. This
course discusses the American economy and the factors that influence the success of businesses and products.
It describes forms of business ownership, discusses the relationship of labor and business, and provides a
broad overview of the global economy. Students also examine careers in business, both as employees and as
business owners.

Textbook(s): National Academy Foundation curriculum and resources online

Computer Software Applications

Course Code: 534000
Prerequisites: 9th grade student
Credits: 0.5 Elective

See description on previous page.

Ethics in Business - NAF

Course Code: 511140
Prerequisites: Business Economics; Global Studies or Finance-NAF CTE Academy
Credits: 0.5 Finance-NAF CTE

This course introduces the importance of ethics in business. Students focus on the significance of ethics to
stakeholders, examine who bears responsibility for monitoring ethics, and explore ethical situations common
in organizations. Students examine how ethics affects various business disciplines and consider the impact of
organizational culture. Students also explore ethics as social responsibility, the evolution of ethics in international
business, and how the free market and ethics can coexist.

Textbook(s): National Academy Foundation curriculum and resources online

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Financial Planning - NAF

Course Code: 576600

Prerequisites: Principles of Finance, Academy of Finance 10th Grade student

Credits: 0.5 Finance-NAF CTE

This one-semester course introduces students to the financial planning process and the components of a
comprehensive financial plan. Students learn how to prepare a financial plan that includes saving, investing,
borrowing, risk management (insurance), and retirement and estate planning.

Textbook(s): National Academy Foundation curriculum and resources online

Financial Services - NAF

Course Code: 510000

Prerequisites: Financial Planning, Academy of Finance or Global Studies Academy 11th Grade student

Credits: 0.5 Finance-NAF CTE

This course gives students an overview of banks and other financial services companies. It introduces students
to the origins of money and banking and examines the early history of banking in the United States. Students
study the financial services industry and the types of companies it includes in depth. They learn about the
services offered by such companies and analyze the ways these companies earn profits. Finally, students
examine careers in financial services.

Textbook(s): National Academy Foundation curriculum and resources online

Internship

Course Code: 500010, 500013
Prerequisites: Successful completion of three credits of Business Academy pathway courses
Credits: 0.5 - 1.0 Elective

See description on previous page.

Managerial Accounting - NAF

Course Code: 511130
Prerequisites: Principles of Accounting, Academy of Finance 11th Grade student
Credits: 0.5 Finance-NAF CTE

Managerial Accounting introduces the fundamentals of management accounting, including manufacturing and
cost accounting, budgeting, accounting for managerial decision-making, and financial statement analysis.
Students learn how to use accounting information for internal decision-making and planning and control.
Regardless of the career path they choose, this course gives students the financial acumen necessary to make
informed personal and business decisions.

Textbook(s): National Academy Foundation curriculum and resources online

NAF Entrepreneurship

Course Code: 511150
Prerequisites: Academy of Finance student
Credits: 0.5 Elective

Entrepreneurship introduces students to the critical role entrepreneurs play in the national and global
economy. Students learn the skills, attitudes, characteristics, and techniques necessary to become successful
entrepreneurs. They explore starting a business and learn about the operational issues and financial risks that
new businesses face. Students examine ethical issues and develop a framework for managing them. Finally,
students identify the risks, returns, and other aspects of entrepreneurship as a potential career.

Textbook(s): National Academy Foundation curriculum and resources online

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Principles of Accounting - NAF

Course Code: 511000

Prerequisites: Financial Planning, Academy of Finance 11th Grade student

Credits: 0.5 Finance-NAF CTE

Principles of Accounting provides students with an understanding of the accounting process and how it facilitates
decision making by providing data and information to internal and external stakeholders. Students learn that
accounting is an integral part of all business activities. They learn how to apply technology to accounting by
creating formulas and inputting data into spreadsheets. Students also examine career opportunities and the
professional certifications and designations earned by individuals in the accounting profession.

Textbook(s): National Academy Foundation curriculum and resources online

Dual Credit: Earning credit for ACC 2001 Principles of Accounting I at Prince George’s Community College
makes a student eligible for 511200 Principles of Accounting DE credit.

Principles of Finance - NAF

Course Code: 511110

Prerequisites: Academy of Finance or Global Studies 10th Grade student

Credits: 0.5 Finance-NAF CTE

This is the first course students take in the Academy of Finance and introduces students to the financial world.
Students develop financial literacy as they learn about the function of finance in society. They study income
and wealth; examine financial institutions; learn how businesses raise capital; and study key investment-related
terms and concepts. They also research how innovations have changed the financial services field. Finally,
students explore careers that exist in finance today.

Textbook(s): Online National Academy Foundation curriculum and resources

CONSUMER SERVICES, HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
BARBERING

Barbering 1

Course Code: 884113
Prerequisites: Admission to Barbering Program; ‘C’ or better in Biology;
Purchase student equipment and tool kit
Credits: 2.0 Barbering/Hairstyling CTE

The program prepares students to become licensed professional barber stylists. Skills taught include basic
to advanced hair cutting techniques for men and women; fundamentals and techniques of shaving, beard
and mustache trimming, skin care, massage and various chemical services. Emphasis is placed on hygiene,
safety, sanitation and state board rules and regulations. Related areas of instruction include human anatomy,
physiology, chemistry, consumer relations and employability skills. Students must pass all courses and take the
Maryland State Board Barbering Exam prior to graduation.

Textbook(s): Milady Barbering, ISBN 9781435497153

Barbering 2

Course Code: 884123
Prerequisites: 11th Grade Barbering Student, Pass Barbering 1 with a ‘C’ or better;
Meet clock hour requirements
Credits: 2.0 Barbering/Hairstyling CTE

This course provides students the opportunity to further refine and apply skills that support all aspects of the
barbering industry. It will assist in preparing student to obtain employment and advance in the field upon
passing the State Board licensing examination. Students must pass all courses and take the Maryland State
Board Barbering Exam prior to graduation.

Textbook(s): Milady Barbering, ISBN 9781435497153

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Barbering/Cosmetology Internship

Course Code: 884143
Prerequisites: Barbering 2; 800 clock hours in theory & practical training for Barbering or 1,000 clocks for
Cosmetology prior to internship
Credits: 1.0 Barbering/Hairstyling CTE

This work-based learning experience occurs after the completion of 1000 clock hours and enables students to
receive practical work experience in the barbering/cosmetology industry under the supervision of a licensed
barber or cosmetologist.

Textbook(s): Milady Barbering, ISBN 9781435497153

CONSUMER SERVICES, HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
COSMETOLOGY

Advanced Cosmetology

Course Code: 880303
Prerequisites: Pass Principles and Practices of Cosmetology 1 and 2 with a ‘C’ or better;
Meet clock hour requirements
Credits: 2.0 Cosmetology CTE

This course allows students to develop and practice more advanced techniques in the field of cosmetology.
Students are allowed to earn up to 110 clock hours in a monitored cosmetology related experience such as
job shadowing, attending hair shows and hands-on workshops. The instructional focus will be on developing
workplace readiness skills, obtaining employment and state board exam practice. Students are expected to
earn an additional 540 clock hours for a total of 1260 clock hours towards the required 1500 hours as required
by Maryland law.

Textbook(s): Milady Cosmetology, ISBN 9781439059302

Mastery of Cosmetology

Course Code: 880403
Prerequisites: Pass Principles and Practices of Cosmetology 1 and 2 and Advanced Cosmetology with a ‘C’ or
better; Meet clock hour requirements
Credits: 2.0 Cosmetology CTE

This course requires students to earn up to 300 hours in a monitored work-based learning experience under
the direct supervision of a licensed Senior Cosmetologist. Students will demonstrate the skills necessary for
transition from school to the professional workplace, explore the fundamentals of small business management
and complete a senior capstone project. By the end of this course students will have earned 1500 clock hours
and shall be prepared to ttake the Maryland Cosmetology exam.

Textbook(s): Milady Cosmetology, ISBN 9781439059302

Principles and Practice of Cosmetology 1

Course Code: 880103
Prerequisites: 11th Grade Cosmetology student; Must meet admission requirements; ‘C’ or better in Biology;
Purchase a student equipment and tool kit.
Credits: 2.0 Cosmetology CTE

This course provides an introduction to the field of cosmetology. Students develop and practice basic skills
in cosmetology; develop a broad understanding of the variety of career options available to a licensed
cosmetologist. In addition, students learn how science and math are fundamental aspects of the practice of
cosmetology; students are expected to earn a minimum of 370 clock hours during this course.

Textbook(s): Milady Cosmetology, ISBN 9781439059302

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Principles and Practice of Cosmetology 2

Course Code: 880203
Prerequisites: Pass Principles and Practices of Cosmetology 1 with a ‘C’ or better;
Meet clock hour requirements
Credits: 2.0 Cosmetology CTE

This course provides further knowledge of the field of cosmetology. Students develop and practice basic hair
styling skills using a variety of professional salon products. Students will refine and apply skills that support
all aspects of the cosmetology industry. The course will serve to further prepare students to obtain entry-level
industry employment. Students are expected to earn a minimum of an additional 350 clock hours for a 720
hours by the end of year one.

Textbook(s): Milady Cosmetology, ISBN 9781439059302

CONSUMER SERVICES, HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
CULINARY ARTS

Culinary Arts Internship

Course Code: 684753

Prerequisites: Grade 12 Culinary Arts student;

‘C’ or better in Culinary Basics, Professional Cooking or Baking;

Concurrent enrollment in Professional Cooking 2 or Baking/Pastry 2

Credits: 1.0 Culinary Arts CTE

Students participating in an internship will be placed in a professional setting under the supervision of a chef
or pastry chef to allows students to apply the skills and knowledge of professional cooking or baking acquired
from their previous coursework. The internship includes a minimum of 135 hours, which may be paid or unpaid.
This experience is directed by an agreement developed by the culinary arts instructor, the work based learning
coordinator, the employer and the student. The agreement identifies the appropriate competencies, duties and
tasks in academic, technical and work readiness areas that apply directly to students’ goals in professional
cooking or baking. The work based learning coordinator and the instructor are responsible for monitoring students’
placements and documenting students’ progress.

Textbook(s): TBA

Culinary Basics: Foundations of Professional Cooking

Course Code: 684513
Prerequisites: Grade 10 Culinary Arts student
Credits: 2.0 Culinary Arts CTE

This course is the introduction to the fundamental concepts and techniques in the profession of culinary arts. It
provides hands-on clinical experience through school-based enterprises, giving the students the opportunity to
develop the technical skills required in future culinary and baking courses as well as the food service industry.
Students will be introduced to professional standards of the industry, safety and sanitation procedures, knife
skills, including handling and care, cooking processes and procedures, product identification, vocabulary and
terminology, industry equipment, recipe costing and quantity adjustments. Students participate in demonstrations
and group exercises to supplement their development of technical skills and knowledge.

Textbook(s): Culinary Essentials, ISBN 9780078883590

Dual Credit: Earning credit for CUL 1100 Introduction to Culinary Arts at Prince George’s Community College
makes a student eligible for 684633 Intro Culinary DE credit.

Professional Baking/Pastry 1

Course Code: 684723
Prerequisites: Grade 11 Culinary Arts student, Pass Culinary Basics: Foundations of Professional Cooking
Credits: 2.0 Culinary Arts CTE

Students in this course explore the fundamental concepts and techniques in baking. They will be instructed in

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the fundamentals of baking science, terminology, equipment, ingredients, weights and measurements, formula
conversion and costing of recipes while maintaining the professional standards of the food service industry.
Students will prepare a variety of baked goods including breads, rolls, cakes, pies, and cookies. Students
participate in demonstrations, group exercises and school-based enterprises to supplement the students’
developmental of technical skills and knowledge. There will be a lab fee for this course.

Textbook(s): On Baking, ISBN 9780132374569

Professional Baking/Pastry 2

Course Code: 684743
Prerequisites: Grade 12 Culinary Arts Student, Pass Professional Baking/Pastry 1
Credits: 2.0 Culinary Arts CTE

Students in this course continue the application of the fundamental concepts and techniques in baking. They
will be instructed in the fundamentals of baking science, terminology, equipment, ingredients, weights and
measurements, formula conversion and costing of recipes while maintaining the professional standards of the
food service industry. Students will prepare a variety of baked goods including breads, rolls, cakes, pies, and
cookies. Students participate in demonstrations, group exercises and school-based enterprises to supplement
the students’ development of technical skills and knowledge.

Textbook(s): On Baking, ISBN 9780132374569

Professional Cooking 1

Course Code: 684713
Prerequisites: Pass Culinary Basics: Foundations of Professional Cooking;
Grade 11 Culinary Arts student
Credits: 2.0 Culinary Arts CTE

This course continues to build on the foundation concepts and techniques from the Culinary Basics course.
Students will be instructed on the fundamental concepts, techniques, theories, ingredients, and methodologies
involved in the preparation of basic menu items. Students rotate through food handling methods and techniques,
portion control, costing, production, plating and garnishing of soups, salads, starches, vegetables, and entrees.
Students participate in demonstrations, group exercises and school based enterprises to supplement the
students’ development of technical skills and knowledge. There will be a lab fee for this course.

Textbook(s): On Cooking, ISBN 9780137155767

Professional Cooking 2

Course Code: 684733
Prerequisites: Grade 12 Culinary Arts Student; Pass Professional Cooking 1
Credits: 2.0 Culinary Arts CTE

This course continues student application of concepts and techniques from the Culinary Basics course. Students
will be instructed on the fundamental concepts, techniques, theories, ingredients, and methodologies involved
in the preparation of basic menu items. Students rotate through food handling methods and techniques,
portion control, costing, production, plating and garnishing of soups, salads, starches, vegetables, and entrees.
Students participate in demonstrations, group exercises and school-based enterprises to supplement the
students’ development of technical skills and knowledge.

Textbook(s): On Cooking, ISBN 9780137155767

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CONSUMER SERVICES, HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
PROSTART

Food Service Professional 1 (ProStart 1)

Course Code: 684503
Prerequisites: Admission to ProStart program
Credits: 1.0 ProStart (Food & Beverage Management )CTE

This course provides an introduction to the food service and hospitality industry. Students develop and demonstrate
skills in safe and sanitary food handling and preparation techniques. Students learn to prepare a variety of foods.
They develop a broad understanding of the variety of career options available in the food service and hospitality
industry, and have the opportunity to earn the ServSafe credential. Students can begin to accrue hours to meet
the 400 hour work based learning experience requirement. One-hundred and fifty (150) of the 400 hours can be
earned through in-class clinical experience. All students enrolled in this course must take the National Restaurant
Association Educational Foundation end-of course exam. This course is for 11th graders only.

Textbook(s): Becoming a Restaurant and Food Service Professional 1, ISBN 9781582801179; ServSafe
Essentials

Food Service Professional 2 (ProStart 2)

Course Code: 684603
Prerequisites: Grade 12 ProStart Student; ‘C’ or better in ProStart 1
Credits: 1.0 ProStart (Food & Beverage Management) CTE

Students enrolled in this course continue to prepare a variety of foods. They create menus, demonstrate various
types of restaurant service, apply purchasing techniques and demonstrate an understanding of inventory
monitoring and control. Students have the opportunity for an authentic, mentored work-based learning experience
and can continue to accrue hours to meet the 400 hour work based learning experience requirement. One-
hundred and fifty (150) of the 400 hours can be earned through in-class clinical experience. All students enrolled
in this course must take the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation end-of course exam. This
course is for 12th graders who have taken ProStart 1. Students enrolled in ProStart 2 must also be enrolled in
ProStart Internship. This course is for 12th graders who have taken ProStart 1. Students enrolled in ProStart 2
must also be enrolled in ProStart Internship.

Textbook(s): Becoming a Food Service Professional 2, ISBN 9781582801254; ServSafe Essentials

ProStart Internship

Course Code: 684703
Prerequisites: Grade12 ProStart student; ‘C’ or better in ProStart 1; Concurrent enrollment in ProStart 2
teacher approval
Credits: 2.0 Completer

This course provides students the opportunity to further refine and apply skills that support all aspects of the
hospitality industry. It assists in preparing students for employment and advancement in the field of hospitality
and food and beverage management. Students complete an industry-mentored work-based learning experience.
Students enrolled in ProStart Internship must also be enrolled in ProStart 2.

Textbook(s): Becoming a Restaurant and Food Service Professional 2, ISBN 9781582801254; ServSafe
Essentials

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ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE
PROJECT LEAD THE WAY (PLTW) ENGINEERING

Aerospace Engineering

Course Code: 867903

Prerequisites: Principles of Engineering; Completion of Algebra 2/Trig and Pre-Calculus recommended

Credits: 1.0 Engineering (Project Lead the Way)

Aerospace Engineering serves as a specialization course option within the PLTW sequence. Students learn
about aerodynamics, astronautics, space-life sciences, and systems engineering through hands-on engineering
problems and projects. Transcripted college credit is available to students who receive a grade of 85% in
the course and pass an assessment administered by the national affiliate for PLTW, Rochester Institute of
Technology (RIT)

Textbook(s): Online curriculum

Civil Engineering and Architecture

Course Code: 867703

P rerequisites: Principles of Engineering; Completion of Algebra 2/Trig and Pre-Calculus recommended

Credits: 1.0 Engineering (Project Lead the Way)

Civil Engineering and Architecture serves as a specialization course option within the PLTW sequence. The
major focus of this course is completing long-term projects that involve the development of property sites.
As students learn about various aspects of civil engineering and architecture, they apply what they learn to
the design and development of a property. The course provides teachers and students freedom to develop
the property as a simulation or for students to model the experiences that civil engineers and architects face.
Students work in teams, exploring hands-on activities and projects to learn the characteristics of civil engineering
and architecture. In addition, students use 3D design software to help them design solutions to solve major
course projects. Students learn about documenting their project, solving problems and communicating their
solutions to their peers and members of the professional community of civil engineering and architecture.
Transcripted college credit is available to students who receive a grade of 85% in the course and pass an
assessment administered by the national affiliate for PLTW, Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT).

Textbook(s): Online curriculum

Digital Electronics

Course Code: 867603
P rerequisites: Principles of Engineering; Algebra 2/Trig and Pre-Calculus recommended
Credits: 1.0 Engineering (Project Lead the Way)

Digital Electronics serves as a foundations course within the PLTW sequence. This course is the study of
electronic circuits that are used to process and control digital signals. Students use computer simulation to
learn about the logic of electronics as they design, test, and actually construct circuits. The major focus of
this course is to expose students to the process of combinational and sequential logic design, teamwork,
communication methods, engineering standards and technical documentation. Transcripted college credit is
available to students who receive a grade of 85% in the course and pass an assessment administered by the
national affiliate for PLTW, Rochester Institute of Technology.

Textbook(s): Online curriculum

Engineering Design and Development

Course Code: 867803

P rerequisites: Digital Electronics; one specialization course; completion of Algebra 2/Trig and PreCalculus

recommended.

Credits: 1.0 Engineering (Project Lead the Way)

This is an engineering research course in which students work in teams to research, design, test and construct
a solution to an open-ended engineering problem. The product development life cycle and a design process
are used to guide and help the team to reach a solution to the problem. The team presents and defends their

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solution to a panel of outside reviewers at the conclusion of the course. This course allows students to apply
all the skills and knowledge learned in previous PLTW courses. The use of 3D design software helps students
design solutions to the problem their team has chosen. This course also engages students in time management
and teamwork skills, a valuable set for students in the future. Students who complete the PLTW Engineering
program of study may earn articulated college credits at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

Textbook(s): Online curriculum

Introduction to Engineering Design

Course Code: 867503

Prerequisites: Algebra 1 recommended

Credits: 1.0 Engineering (Project Lead the Way)

Introduction to Engineering Design serves as a foundations course within the PLTW sequence. Students will learn
how to document their work and communicate solutions to peers and members of the professional community.
The major focus of this course is to expose students to the design process, research and analysis, teamwork,
communication methods, global and human impacts, engineering standards and technical documentation.
Transcripted college credit is available to students who receive a grade of 85% in the course and pass an
assessment administered by the national affiliate for PLTW, Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT).

Textbook(s): Online curriculum

Principles of Engineering

Course Code: 867403

Prerequisites: Introduction to Engineering Design; Algebra 1 and Geometry recommended

Credits: 1.0 Technology Education

Principles of Engineering serves as a foundations course within the PLTW sequence. Students are exposed to
some of the major concepts they will encounter in a post-secondary engineering course of study. Students have
an opportunity to investigate engineering and high-tech careers and to develop skills and understanding of course
concepts. Students employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solution of engineering design problems.
They develop problem-solving skills and apply their knowledge of research and design to create solutions to
various challenges. Students also learn how to document their work and communicate their solutions to peers
and members of the professional community. Transcripted college credit is available to students who receive a
grade of 85% in the course and pass an assessment administered by the national affiliate for PLTW, Rochester
Institute of Technology (RIT). PLTW students may meet their technology education credit through this course
or use as one of the courses in the PLTW program of study—It may not be used for both. In order to receive
Technology Education credit for Principles of Engineering, students must be enrolled in the PLTW Engineering
program and also have taken and passed both Introduction to Engineering and Design and Digital Electronics.

Textbook(s): Online curriculum

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE PIONEERS - Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education
(CASE)

Agriculture Research and Development Capstone

Course Code: 491053
Prerequisites: Animal and Plant Biotechnology
Credits: 1.0 Environmental Science Pioneers CTE

The Maryland developed Agriculture Research and Development course will serve as the capstone and
completer course for students that have completed three of the following CASE™ courses: Introduction to
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, Principles for Agricultural Science Animal, and Animal and Plant
Biotechnology. Instruction and continued inquiry-based projects are designed to integrate key learning from the
CASE™ sequence of courses and have students apply them to real-world career situations through student-
directed research, Supervised Agriculture Experiences (SAE) projects, or other internship/work-based learning

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opportunities. In the capstone course students will apply the methods and knowledge learned from previous
CASE™ courses to synthesize their own research project to further expand their understanding and knowledge
surrounding a specific problem. Students will identify a problem, develop and implement research procedures,
document the research, analyze the resulting data, and present their findings and recommendations through a
written report, a visual display, and oral presentation. Students will have the opportunity to earn college credit
through articulation agreements with Maryland colleges.

Textbook(s): None

Animal and Plant Biotechnology

Course Code: 491043
Prerequisites: Principles of Agricultural Sciences
Credits: 1.0 Environmental Science Pioneers CTE

Animal and Plant Biotechnology, a specialization course in the CASE program of study, provides resources
to the teacher to facilitate rigorous instruction and increase the level of student understanding related to
biotechnology concepts. Students will complete hands-on activities, projects, and problems designed to build
content knowledge and technical skills in the field of biotechnology. Students are expected to become proficient
at projects involving micropipetting, bacterial cultures and transformations, electrophoresis, and polymerase
chain reaction. Research and experimental design will be highlighted as students develop and conduct industry
appropriate investigations. In addition, students will understand specific connections between the Animal and
Plant Biotechnology lessons and Supervised Agricultural Experience and FFA components that are important
for the development of an informed agricultural education student. Students will investigate, experiment, and
learn about documenting a project, solving problems, and communicating their solutions to their peers and
members of the professional community.

Textbook(s): Biotechnology A Laboratory Skills Course

Introduction to Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Course Code: 491003

Prerequisites: None

Credits: 1.0 Environmental Science Pioneers CTE

Introduction of Agriculture and Natural Resources (AFNR) is intended to serve as the introductory course
within the CASE (Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education) Program of Study. The course introduces
all facets of agriculture as well as emphasis on career pathways. The student gains a solid foundation in
science, mathematics, reading and writing, components that are essential throughout the CASE curriculum.
Students will experience “hands on” activities that provide an overview of agricultural science and natural
resources as well as investigate and experiment utilizing scientific investigation to explore various topics. As a
result, students communicate information and formulate solutions to their teachers, peers and members of the
professional community.

Textbook(s): None

Principles of Agricultural Sciences - Animal

Course Code: 491033
Prerequisites: Introduction to Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Credits: 1.0 Environmental Science Pioneers CTE

The Principles of Agricultural Science – Animal course serves as one of two principle courses within the
Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education, CASE™, program sequence. The course is structured to enable
all students to have a variety of experiences that will provide an overview of the field of agricultural science with
a foundation in animal science so that students may continue through the sequence of courses in the CASE™
Program of Study. Students will participate in hands-on projects and activities to recognize the characteristics
of animal science and participate in projects and problems similar to those that animal science specialists,
such as veterinarians, zoologists, livestock producers, or industry personnel face in their respective careers.
The knowledge and skills students develop will be used in future courses within the CASE™ program. In
addition, students will understand specific connections between the Animal Science lessons Supervised
Agricultural Experience, Future Farmers of America, and LifeKnowledge® (a curriculum for leadership and

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career development) components that are important for the development of an informed agricultural education
student. Students will build on the skills developed in Introduction to Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
to investigate, conduct experiments, and document projects that solve real life problems. Students will
communicate their solutions through reports and presentations to their peers and members of the professional
community.

Textbook(s): None

Principles of Agricultural Sciences - Plant

Course Code: 491013

Prerequisites: Introduction to Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Credits: 1.0 Elective

The Principles of Agricultural Science – Plant™ course serves one of two principle courses within the
Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education, CASE™, program sequence. The course is structured to enable
all students to have a variety of experiences that will provide an overview of the field of agricultural science with
a foundation in plant science so that students may continue through the sequence of courses in the CASE™
program. Students will work in teams, exploring hands-on projects and activities, to learn the characteristics
of plant science and work on major projects and problems similar to those that plant science specialists,
such as horticulturalists, agronomists, greenhouse and nursery managers and producers, and plant research
specialists face in their respective careers. This knowledge and skills will be used in future courses within
the CASE™ program. In addition, students will understand specific connections between the Plant Science
lessons Supervised Agricultural Experience, Future Farmers of America, and LifeKnowledge® (a curriculum
for leadership and career development) components that are important for the development of an informed
agricultural education student. Students will build on the skills developed in Introduction to Agriculture, Food,
and Natural Resources to investigate, conduct experiments, and document projects that solve real life problems.
Students will communicate their solutions through reports and presentations to their peers and members of the
professional community.

Textbook(s): None

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
ENVIRONMENTAL, AGRICULTURAL, AND NATURAL RESOURCES

Human Ecology and Environmental Problem Solving

Course Code: 976813

Prerequisites: Biology or concurrent enrollment in Biology

Credits: 1.0 Environmental, Agricultural, & Natural Resources CTE

In this introductory course, students will engage in interdisciplinary study of environmental problems and
dilemmas related to population growth, energy usage, pollution, commercial agriculture, and biodiversity loss
in their communities, the state and the region. These problems and dilemmas will be used to explore science
topics such as biogeochemical cycles, hydrology, geology, ecology and climatology. They will explore related
careers and investigate one or more of these careers based on individual interests.

Textbook(s): TBA

Environmental and Natural Resource Research Ethics

Course Code: 976843
Prerequisites: Environmental Technologies and Techniques
Credits: 1.0 Environmental, Agricultural, & Natural Resources CTE

The focus of this course is to develop critical thinking, communication skills and knowledge of ethics related to
Environmental, Agricultural, and Natural Resources issues. Topics will include both plant and animal biomedical
research; genetically engineered cells; and the use, distribution and availability of natural resources across
populations. Students will engage in independent research on current environmental topics and communicate
the findings and implications of their research to appropriate audiences. Students will explore the interplay of

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economic, social, political and cultural aspects of EANR problems and issues, and propose ethical, data-driven
solutions.

Textbook(s): None

Environmental Technologies and Techniques

Course Code: 976833

Prerequisites: Natural Resource Management

Credits: 1.0 Environmental, Agricultural, & Natural Resources CTE

The focus of this course is emerging and renewable technologies (Design for the Environment, LEED, carbon
auditing, pollution credits, resources shares, wind and solar power), techniques in watershed and landscape
restoration, environmental technologies including those related to remote sensing, ecological monitoring and
analytic testing. Students will explore and critically evaluate the role of technology in preventing, controlling,
mitigating and remediating environmental problems and issues. Student will apply environmental technologies
and techniques in practical settings and produce technical reports on the application of these technologies and
techniques.

Textbook(s): None

Natural Resource Management

Course Code: 976823

Prerequisites: Human Ecology and Environmental Problem Solving

Credits: 1.0 Environmental, Agricultural, & Natural Resources CTE

This course is an extension of the skills and applications students developed in Human Ecology and Environmental
Problem Solving. Students will explore existing and emerging principles of sustainable environmental
management such as the precautionary principle, pollution prevention and wingspread principles. This course
will strengthen students understanding of local and regional regulation and policy-making as they relate these
aspects to sustainability and protection of natural resources such as air, soil, water, land, and wildlife resources.
Students will participate in field experiences to enhance learning. Students will learn relevant laboratory and
field-based sampling techniques for evaluating ecological conditions and adaptive management principles for
conservation.

Textbook(s): None

GLOBAL STUDIES
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND FINANCE - NAF

Business in a Global Economy

Course Code: 511100

Prerequisites: Global Studies Academy student

Credits: 0.5 Elective

Business in a Global Economy provides students with an understanding of how and why businesses choose
to expand their operations into other countries. This course exposes students to the unique challenges facing
firms doing business internationally and to the potential opportunities available to those businesses. Building on
concepts introduced in Principles of Finance, Business in a Global Economy broadens students’ understanding
of how businesses operate, grow, and thrive in our ever-changing world.

Textbook(s): Online National Academy Foundation curriculum and resources

Capstone - Business

Course Code: 599000
Prerequisites: Global Studies Academy student
Credits: 0.5 Elective

The capstone course is an opportunity for students to demonstrate that they have achieved the goals for learning
established by their career academy program. The course culminates with students completing research on

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their field of study, maintaining a portfolio of work, and presenting their learning’s to a panel of experts in their
career academy fields of interest.

Textbook(s): None

Ethics in Business

Course Code: 511140

Prerequisites: Business Economics; Global Studies or Finance-NAF CTE Academy

Credits: 0.5 Finance-NAF CTE

This course introduces the importance of ethics in business. Students focus on the significance of ethics to
stakeholders, examine who bears responsibility for monitoring ethics, and explore ethical situations common
in organizations. Students examine how ethics affects various business disciplines and consider the impact of
organizational culture. Students also explore ethics as social responsibility, the evolution of ethics in international
business, and how the free market and ethics can coexist.

Textbook(s): Online National Academy Foundation curriculum and resources

Financial Services - NAF

Course Code: 510000

Prerequisites: Financial Planning, Academy of Finance or Global Studies Academy 11th Grade student

Credits: 0.5 Finance-NAF CTE

This course gives students an overview of banks and other financial services companies. It introduces students
to the origins of money and banking and examines the early history of banking in the United States. Students
study the financial services industry and the types of companies it includes in depth. They learn about the
services offered by such companies and analyze the ways these companies earn profits. Finally, students
examine careers in financial services.

Textbook(s): Online National Academy Foundation curriculum and resources

Geography
Course Code: 291500
Prerequisites: Academy program student
Credits: 0.5 Elective

Geography is a course in the International Business and Finance Program of Study.

Textbook(s): TBA

Dual Credit: Earning credit for GEOG 101 Element of Geography I at Bowie State University makes a student
eligible for 291510 Geography DE credit.

Global Economics

Course Code: 540010
Prerequisites: Global Studies Academy student
Credits: 0.5 Elective

Global Economics introduces students to the key concepts of economics as they pertain to business. This
course discusses the American economy and the factors that influence the success of businesses and products.
It describes forms of business ownership, discusses the relationship of labor and business, and provides a
broad overview of the global economy. Students also examine careers in business, both as employees and as
business owners.

Textbook(s): Online

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Global Issues
Course Code: 275200
Prerequisites: Academy program student
Credits: 0.5 Elective

This course addresses foreign policy of the United States as a world power after World War II to the present.
Students engage in content using a history day project format.

Textbook(s): None

Principles of Finance - NAF

Course Code: 511110

Prerequisites: Academy of Finance or Global Studies 10th Grade student

Credits: 0.5 Finance-NAF CTE

This is the first course students take in the Academy of Finance and introduces students to the financial world.
Students develop financial literacy as they learn about the function of finance in society. They study income
and wealth; examine financial institutions; learn how businesses raise capital; and study key investment-related
terms and concepts. They also research how innovations have changed the financial services field. Finally,
students explore careers that exist in finance today.

Textbook(s): Online National Academy Foundation curriculum and resources

GLOBAL STUDIES
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND STUDIES

Geography
Course Code: 291500
Prerequisites: Academy program student
Credits: 0.5 Elective

Geography is a course in the International Business and Finance Program of Study.

Textbook(s): TBA

Global Issues
Course Code: 275200
Prerequisites: Academy program student
Credits: 0.5 Elective

This course addresses foreign policy of the United States as a world power after World War II to the present.
Students engage in content using a history day project format.

Textbook(s): None

Linguistics

Course Code: 198100
Prerequisites: Academy program student
Credits: 0.5 Elective

This course is designed for the International Relations and the Global Studies Academy. It provides an overview
of the history of linguistics, how one acquires language, the nature of communication, and the anthropology
of linguistics. Beginning with Historical Linguistics, students will learn how languages are related, how long a
language takes to reappear, disappear, and change. The students will discuss how the language is acquired.
During this course, the students will also study the significance of phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics,
and how does one become bilingual. They will discuss the nature of and the different types of communication.

Textbook(s): A Concise Introduction to Linguistics, 9780205051816

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Philosophy 290620
Academy program student
Course Code: 0.5 Elective
Prerequisites:
Credits:

This critical reasoning/informal logic course is designed to teach students to evaluate logical arguments in
daily life and conversation. Students will learn to recognize arguments, the difference between deductive and
inductive reasoning, and to recognize and identify informal fallacies. A large part of the course will be devoted
to the logic of induction, including the role it plays in probability theory, statistical methods of reasoning, and
marking off the difference between science and superstition. Students will also learn the role of inductive logic
and analogy in legal and moral reasoning, as well as in discovering causal connections.

Textbook(s): TBA

Study Abroad

Course Code: 198203
Prerequisite: Study Abroad Seminar
Credits: 1.0 Elective

The Study Abroad experience for the Global Studies students will provide the necessary proficiency skills in the
language for the students to be able to communicate in the target language. The students will be immersed
in the language for six weeks living with a host family and visiting the language school. During the course
the students will have the opportunity to learn, share and understand the perspectives and products of other
cultures in order to enhance a global vision. The students will receive a final grade through a cumulative
portfolio with activities, work samples, photos, a journal of the activities in the program, and attendance.

Textbook(s): None

Study Abroad Seminar

Course Code: 198200
Prerequisite: Linguistics
Credits: 0.5 Elective

This course is designed for the International Relations/Global Studies program. During this course, the students
will study the code of conduct, financial literacy, health and safety information in order for the students to conduct
themselves in a responsible and mature manner at all times while they are overseas. This course will prepare
the students to study abroad and the students must attend every class session and complete their research
work. Students will study all the cultural norms and prepare for the necessary document such as: passport,
visa, immunizations, etc. in order to be ready for the study abroad experience.

Textbook(s): Global Studies Study Abroad Booklet

World Language Conversational

Course Code: 198210
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 0.5 Elective

This World Language course will provide listening and speaking opportunities for the students in the target
language. This course will focus on communication skills including the three modes: interpersonal, interpretative,
and presentational. The focus of this course will be for students to practice the target language through different
oral activities in the World Languages lab.

Textbook(s): None

World Language Writing

Course Code: 198220
Prerequisite: None
Credits: 0.5 Elective

This World Language course will focus on writing in the target language. Students will write in ways that closely

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resemble the spoken language. During the class, students will develop the ability to write using more formal
styles incorporating the Common Core Standards.

Textbook(s): None

GRAPHIC ARTS, MEDIA, AND COMMUNICATION
COMMUNICATIONS AND BROADCAST TECHNOLOGY

Foundations of Media Production

Course Code: 770003
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 1.0 Elective

This course teaches students the elements of art and principles of design in the context of media and entertainment.
This Foundations course is designed to show students how investing in their own artistic development can open
avenues for lifelong learning and professional success. Students’ complete project-based assignments, portfolio
development, and journal reflections, students continually return to their own vision, expanding their capacity
to “see” as both creators and critical consumers of art and media. Students learn art techniques as well as
21st century skills through projects to design and create media products. Students engage in structured career
research as well as career exploration by assuming the roles of creative professionals and engaging in visual
problem-solving as those professionals do.

Textbook(s): TBA

Principles of Recording Technology

Course Code: 647713
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 1.0 Fine Art

This year long course helps students understand the process involved in creating high quality recordings in a
controlled environment and in the field. This course also provides opportunities for students to create musical
compositions using current recording technologies. This course can not be taken in lieu of the Foundations of
Technology course.

Textbook(s): Audio Fundamentals

Television Production 1

Course Code: 760113 single period
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 1.0 Elective

This introductory course offers the student the opportunity to assist in the direction and production of television
programs. This course is an introduction to television. It will acquaint students with the techniques and problems
of television production through application of theory and methods. The course will survey all aspects of
television production from camera operation to directing. The students will cover the basic elements needed
for a production including script writing. Practical application of these theories is provided through the student
productions in the television studio. All students will be expected to maintain a journal/sketchbook.

Textbook(s): Television Production Handbook, ISBN 9780495898849

Television Production 2

Course Code: 760213
Prerequisites: Television Production 1
Credits: 1.0 Elective

Students, who have successfully completed Television Production 1, may enroll in this yearlong course. In
Television Production 2, students will explore the aspects of producing, script writing, directing, reporting and

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editing for the production of various genres of programming. Utilizing studio production and field production
techniques, students will learn to work independently, as well as cooperatively to complete the production
process. Students will plan the total operational and management process for actual television programs, as
well as participate in and take responsibility for various aspects of the finished program, such as set design,
camera, audio, video switching, lighting, graphics and editing. Students will be assigned duties throughout the
production process, thus exposing them to the rigors of creating television content. Upon successful completion
of this course, students will understand how a production is conceived, produced, and executed.

Textbook(s): Television Production Handbook, ISBN 9780495898849

Television Production 3

Course Code: 760513
Prerequisites: Television Production 2
Credits: 1.0 Elective

In this course students work projects such as the senior video yearbook. All students will be expected to
maintain a journal/sketchbook. Students will produce a demo DVD which is a portfolio of all of their best work.
These are shorts/videos during their three years in television production. In addition, this demo DVD should
include all of the pertinent information about the student (such as a featurette does in a film). This demo DVD
is essential when applying to the top television and film schools in the nation.

Textbook(s): Television Production Handbook, ISBN 9780495898849

GRAPHIC ARTS, MEDIA, AND COMMUNICATION
INTERACTIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION

Advanced Interactive Media Production

Course Code: 750113

Prerequisites: Interactive Media Production

Credits: 2.0 Interactive Media Production

Students will advance their knowledge and skills in multimedia design and production through project planning
and product development. Students will demonstrate the use of multiple tools and modalities in the production
process. Students successfully completing this course will be able to demonstrate the ability to explain the
trends in copyright laws and legal issues in the use and development of media communication; define the
scope of work to meet project requirements and constraints, and develop a proposal outline; select, implement
and evaluate appropriate project management techniques and tools; use the tools and skills needed to
create drawings and graphics for a wide range of applications (Adobe CS); identify and use traditional and
non-traditional sources of information; design, code, build, test and troubleshoot basic custom programs for
multimedia applications; create web applications with advanced interactive components (such as games and
virtual world); and effectively adapt visual communication strategies and styles to specific audiences. Emphasis
will be placed on group project development and development of a layered portfolio. Students will update their
IMP Portfolio with Advanced Media Product(s), including web pages, Application for College-level program, and
Adobe Creative Suite Certification(s) or Web Design Certification (WOW)

Textbook(s): None

Advanced Simulation & Gaming

Course Code: 750123
Prerequisites: Interactive Media Production
Credits: 2.0 Elective

This course will focus on interactive media design, simulation and gaming. Students will advance their knowledge
and skills through the design and development of simulation/gaming products. Students successfully completing
this course will be able to: demonstrate the ability to explain the trends in copyright laws and legal issues in
the use and development of media communication; define the scope of work to meet project requirements and
constraints, and develop a proposal outline; select, implement and evaluate appropriate project management
techniques and tools; use the tools and skills needed to create drawings and graphics for a wide range of

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applications (Adobe CS); identify and use traditional and non-traditional sources of information; design, code,
build, test and troubleshoot basic custom programs for simulation and gaming; create gaming applications with
advanced interactive components; and effectively adapt visual communication strategies and styles to specific
audiences. Emphasis will be placed on group project development and individual portfolio development.
Students will update their IMP Portfolio with the following items: Advanced Gaming Specifications Document
and Gaming Application, Application for College-level program, Adobe Creative Suite Certification(s).

Textbook(s): None

Foundations of Media Production
Course Code: 770003
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 1.0 Elective

This course teaches students the elements of art and principles of design in the context of media and entertainment.
This Foundations course is designed to show students how investing in their own artistic development can open
avenues for lifelong learning and professional success. Students’ complete project-based assignments, portfolio
development, and journal reflections, students continually return to their own vision, expanding their capacity
to “see” as both creators and critical consumers of art and media. Students learn art techniques as well as
21st century skills through projects to design and create media products. Students engage in structured career
research as well as career exploration by assuming the roles of creative professionals and engaging in visual
problem-solving as those professionals do.

Textbook(s): TBA

Interactive Multimedia Production
Course Code: 750103
Prerequisites: Principles of Art, Media and Communications
Credits: 1.0 Interactive Media Production CTE

This course further develops student mastery of media design and the interactive media production process.
Students will advance their knowledge and skills in media design and production through project planning
and product development. Students will demonstrate the use of multiple tools and modalities in the production
process. Emphasis will be placed on group project development and individual portfolio development. Students
will update their IMP portfolio with an interactive Media Production Proposal, Specifications Document and Media
Product.

Textbook(s): TBA

Interactive Media and Design Level 1
Course Code: 944163
Prerequisites: Principles of Art, Media and Communication
Credits: 1.0 Interactive Media Production CTE

In this course, students learning will focus on three pathway areas: Graphic Design, Digital Media, and Interactive
Media. Emphasis will be placed on group project development, and individual portfolio development. Upon
successful completion of this course, students will gain a foundational working knowledge of how to create and
edit computer-generated images for both graphic and publication design applications; create cross-platform
interactive media products incorporating text, graphics, animation, video, scripted interaction, and sound; and
create a variety of applications using advanced interactive components.

Textbook(s): None

Interactive Media and Design Level 2
Course Code: 944173
Prerequisites: Interactive Media and Design Level I
Credits: 1.0 Interactive Media Production CTE

Students will continue their learning of the three pathway areas. Emphasis will be placed on group project

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development, project management, and individual portfolio development. Students will update their IMP Project
Portfolio with exemplars of their best work. Students will advance their knowledge and skills in multimedia
design and production through project planning and product development. Students will demonstrate the use
of multiple tools and modalities in the production process. Students will also take the Adobe Certified Associate
Exams—Adobe Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash, InDesign, Photoshop, or Premiere Pro.

Textbook(s): None

Interactive Media Production Portfolio Capstone

Course Code: 944183
Prerequisites: Interactive Media and Design Levels I and II
Credits: 1.0 Interactive Media Production CTE

This capstone course enables students to apply what they learned in their previous academic and Interactive
Media Production (IMP) classes to complete a challenging, client-driven project. Students work in teams to
design and create a solution to satisfy or fill a client’s need or want. Students are also expected to refine the
products that comprise their portfolio to meet the specifications identified by the affiliate partner. Student teams
make progress reports to their peers, meet regularly with their clients, and exchange constructive criticism
and consultation. At the end of the course, teams present their projects to industry partners for feedback and
professional review. This course equips students with the independent study skills that they will need in post-
secondary education and careers in Interactive Media Production.

Textbook(s): None

Principles of Art, Media and Communication

Course Code: 750203

Prerequisites: Foundations of Media Production, Interactive Media Production pathway student

Credits: 1.0 Interactive Media Production CTE

This course provides students an understanding of all aspects of the Arts, Media and Communication industry.
Students will examine the opportunities and requirements of the major career pathways in this industry including
Communication and Broadcast technologies, Multimedia Production, Graphic Design and Print Communication.
All students will be required to produce artifacts for inclusion in a design portfolio, including an AMC Career
Exploration Research Paper and a Media Product (concept, storyboard, and product).

Textbook(s): None

GRAPHIC ARTS, MEDIA, AND COMMUNICATION
PrintED GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS

Advertising and Design

Course Code: 944143

Prerequisites: Introduction to Graphic Communications

Credits: 1.0 Publishing & Graphics CTE

Students demonstrate knowledge in 45 competencies in advertising and design. The competencies address
copyright, ethics and intellectual property rights; creating a digital portfolio, typefaces, page layout, image capture,
digital illustration and design principles, and corporate branding. Students demonstrate an understanding of
additive and subtractive color, design a logo, create an illustration, and pitch an advertising concept.

Textbook(s): TBA

Digital File Output

Course Code: 944133
Prerequisites: Introduction to Graphic Communications
Credits: 1.0 Publishing & Graphics CTE

The 40 competencies in this accreditation area require that students have an understanding of the steps needed
to prepare a client file for printing, from preflighting through platemaking. Most of the competencies require

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