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CALDWELL COUNTY SCHOOLS HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM GUIDE

FUTURE-READY CORE

2016 – 2017

Caldwell County Schools

1914 Hickory Blvd, SW Lenoir, NC 28645 Telephone 828-728-8407 Fax 828-728-0012

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students, The 2016-2017 Caldwell County Schools High School Curriculum Guide provides a comprehensive list of the course offerings available in our school district. Throughout the curriculum guide, you will find information about graduation requirements, career pathways, academic honors programs and requirements, and course information as well as information about high school course scheduling. For each course that is offered in Caldwell County Schools, you will find information about what grade level(s) of students can take the course, course prerequisites, the number of credits for the particular course, if the course is weighted, where the course is offered, and a brief description of the course. Caldwell County Schools is proud of the relationship that exists among the district high schools as well as the relationship that exists between Caldwell County Schools and Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute. Through these partnerships, students in Caldwell County Schools have a large selection of courses from which to choose. Caldwell County Schools encourages you to read this guide carefully and make the best course selections to meet your individual needs and abilities. Students are encouraged to register for courses providing the highest academic challenge to their abilities. It is important that students consider all four years of high school when making plans and choosing courses. Counselors at each high school are available to assist students and parents as courses are selected for the 2016-2017 school year.

We wish you the best as you plan your high school experience here in Caldwell County Schools. Please contact your student’s school should you have any questions as you go through the planning and course selection process. Sincerely,

Brian Suddreth, Principal Career Center Middle College

David Colwell, Principal Hibriten High School

Candis Hagaman, Principal Caldwell Early College High School

J. Michael Peake, Principal South Caldwell High School

Dr. Michael Wyant, Principal Gateway School

Andrew Puhl, Principal West Caldwell High School

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Table of Contents

General Information North Carolina Course of Study Caldwell County Schools Graduation Requirements

4

Suggested Course Sequence

5

Course Selection Process and Schedule Changes

6

Credit by Demonstrated Mastery

7

District Promotion Standards

7

Athletic Participation Requirements

7

Weighted Grade Policy

7-8

Scholars Programs and Recognition at Graduation

8-9 10-13

North Carolina Career Clusters

Course Descriptions English

14

Math

18

Science

21

Social Studies

25

World Languages

29

Arts Education

30

Media and Service/Support

34

North Carolina Virtual Public School

35

Health and Physical Education

36

Naval Science

37

Career and Technical Education

38

Exceptional Children’s Courses and Occupational Course of Study

53

Caldwell Career Center Middle College

56

Caldwell Early College High School

58

Career and College Promise—Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute

60

Course Matrix

76

Registration Worksheet

86

Scholars Checklist

87

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North Carolina Course of Study and Graduation Requirements Graduating Future Ready The Future Ready Core Course of Study prepares students for entering college and the workforce. The Future Ready Core requires four math courses for all students in order to meet admission requirements for colleges and community colleges as well as the demand from employers for similar academic skills. Students will be prepared for whatever option they decide to embark upon after high school. The Future Ready Core also recommends four courses in a particular concentration area, chosen by the student, to focus student learning. Specific course requirements are outlined in the chart below. The Occupational Course of Study is an option for students who meet particular qualifications. Students and their parents may contact their school counselor or the Exceptional Children’s Department for more information about this course of study.

Financial Literacy: Preparation for the Future Each student is encouraged to complete a course in financial literacy. Available elective courses include Principles of Business and Finance and Personal Finance.

Caldwell County Schools Graduation Requirements Subject

Future Ready Core

Occupational Course of Study*

English

5 credits: Communication Skills, English I, II, III, IV

4 credits: OCS English I, II, III, IV

Math

4 credits: Math I, II, III, and a fourth math aligned to post high school plans

3 credits: OCS Introductory Math, Math I, and Financial Management

Science

3 credits: Earth/Environmental Science, Biology, and a physical science

2 credits: OCS Applied Science and Biology

Social Studies

4 credits: World History, Civics and Economics, and American History I and II or AP US History Prep and AP US History

2 credits: OCS American History I and II

Health & PE

1 credit— to include the successful completion of CPR instruction

1 credit

World Languages

Not required for graduation. 2 credits in same language required to meet the minimum application requirements for UNC admission.

None

Other Electives

12 credits required. 2 credits any combination from:  Career and Technical Education  Arts Education  World Languages

4 technical credits 6 credits—OCS Preparation I, II, III, IV

900 hours in training and work 4 credits strongly recommended (4 course concentration) from one hours of the following:  Career and Technical Education  JROTC  Arts Education  Any subject area (i.e. English, math, science, etc.)

Total Credits

28 credits

* Occupational Course of Study (OCS) is for qualified Exceptional Children’s (EC) individuals only.

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22 credits

Suggested Course Sequence

Subject English

Math

Science

Social Studies

9th

10th

11th

12th

Communication Skills & English I* Honors Communication Skills & Honors English I*

English II* Honors English II*

English III* Honors English III* AP English III—Language*

English IV* Honors English IV* AP English Literature

Foundations of Math I & Math I End*

Foundations of Math II & Math II End* or Math II*

Math III*

Fourth Math*

Math I*

Math II*

Math III*

Fourth Math*

Math I* & Math II* or Math II*

Math III* Math III* & Fourth Math*

Math II* & Math III* Honors Math II* & Honors Math III*

Fourth Math

Fourth Math Options: Advanced Functions and Modeling Essentials for College Math CCC&TI Math Courses Discrete Math AP Statistics Pre-Calculus AP Calculus

Earth Science*

Physical Science*

Biology*

Honors Earth Science*

Honors Biology*

Chemistry* Honors Chemistry*

World History* Honors World History*

American History I* American History II* Honors American History I* Honors American History II* or

AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science Physics, Science Electives Civics & Economics* Honors Civics & Economics*

AP US History Prep* & AP US History*

Health & PE

Health and PE*

Electives

2 credits from: Career and Technical Education (CTE), Arts, and/or World Languages 4 course concentration recommended from: CTE, JROTC, Arts, or any subject area (English, math, science, etc.)

* These courses meet state graduation requirements.

North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Future Ready Core Course of Study Mathematics Graduation Requirements The following chart outlines the math requirements as stated by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Students

Students planning admission into UNC System institutions Core Mathematics Courses:

Math I, Math II, and Math III

Accepted Fourth Math Courses for UNC System institutions High School Courses

Community College Courses

Advanced Functions and Modeling Discrete Math Essentials for College Math Pre-Calculus AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Statistics

MAT 143 (Quantitative Literacy) MAT 152 (Statistical Methods I) MAT 171 (Pre-Calculus Algebra) MAT 172 (Pre-Calculus Trigonometry) MAT 263 (Brief Calculus) MAT 271 (Calculus I)

must earn 4 math credits to meet graduation requirements. Courses listed are those courses offered in Caldwell County Schools.

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Students planning to attend a community college or a technical school Core Mathematics Courses: Math I, Math II, and Math III Courses suitable for meeting the fourth math requirement High School Courses Any course listed in the previous chart

Application-Based CTE Courses

Community College Courses

AP Computer Science Accounting I Any community college Accounting II Principles of Business and Finance course listed in the previous Carpentry I Drafting I chart Drafting II Apparel I Apparel II Interior Design I Interior Design II ProStart II PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design PLTW Principles of Engineering PLTW Digital Electronics PLTW Engineering Design and Development Pairs of Application-Based CTE Courses Personal Finance and Entrepreneurship I Masonry I and Masonry II Carpentry I and Carpentry II Electrical I and II

Course Selection Process Students should complete the course selection and registration process carefully. Students select 8 courses for the year with 3 alternate selections. Low enrollment, class overloads, and scheduling problems may necessitate alternate courses to be scheduled. The school administration determines when courses are offered. Note the following facts that affect registration and the course selection process:  A student must take a full schedule—4 classes per semester, 8 classes per year.  The master schedule is run numerous times in an effort to reduce scheduling conflicts to the lowest possible number. Approximately 40% of the student body will not receive all 8 course selections initially chosen. Instead, students will be scheduled into alternate courses.  Many courses are “singletons,” meaning there is only one section offered during the school year. These courses make master scheduling difficult, but the classes are important enough to keep them in the schedule (i.e., Band, Chorus, Honors and AP courses, various upper level technical courses.)  Students have the option to enroll in courses outside of the school day in addition to the four courses each semester with approval from their high school principal. Priority is given to juniors and seniors. For the purpose of determining class rank, one additional approved course outside of the school day each semester will be included on the student’s high school transcript.  If students plan appropriately, students can meet all graduation requirements and graduate from high school in less than four years. Please discuss the option of early graduation with a school counselor if you are interested.

Schedule Changes Much attention is given to careful course selection and creating a master schedule which allows the greatest number of students the best schedule possible. Schedule changes are limited following the completion of registration. A drop/add period will be scheduled during the summer before school begins. The dates of the drop/add period are listed on the student’s schedule that is distributed during the summer. Any student wishing to make a revision in his or her schedule must do so within the summer drop/ add period. A request for a summer schedule change is considered: 1. If a student wishes to balance his/her academic load: considered on a “space available” basis. 2. If a student wishes to sequence courses: considered on a “space available” basis (i.e. Spanish I, Spanish II). 3. If a student received a course for which he/she did not register. Alternates are considered to be registered courses. 4. If a student passed a course which he or she assumed he/she would fail. 5. If a student failed a course required for graduation. 6. Where possible, if a student failed a course, registered for the course again, and was assigned the same instructor. 6

All schedules are considered final when they are distributed on the first day of each semester. Schedule changes may be made at the beginning of spring semester for reasons 3-6 noted above. Revisions to balance academic loads and/or sequence courses must be addressed BEFORE the school year begins. Students who have legitimate schedule conflicts should talk with a counselor about schedule changes in the summer before school begins. Students must be registered for eight units each school year and four courses each semester. The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction states that students may not drop courses after the first 10 days of school.

Credit by Demonstrated Mastery Credit by Demonstrated Mastery (CDM) allows students the opportunity to personalize and accelerate their learning by earning credit for a course through the demonstration of mastery of course material without requiring the student to complete classroom instruction for a certain amount of time. To show deep understanding of the course content, students will complete a two phase process. Phase 1 consists of a state or local assessment aligned to the course. Students must pass the assessment by scoring at a superior level before moving to the second phase. For Phase 2, students will be asked to demonstrate their mastery of the course content through a minimum of a written assignment and a presentation. Phase 2 requirements will vary from course to course but will be directly related to the knowledge and skills of the course. Students must submit an application indicating their desire to earn Credit by Demonstrated Mastery prior to enrolling in the course. Application deadlines are established for each window. Students must meet application deadlines in order to start the process. Students and parents are encouraged to discuss CDM with a school counselor to determine if this is the best choice for them.

Caldwell County Schools Promotion Standards Students are classified in grade levels according to the following promotion standards: 9th grade successful completion of 8th grade 10th grade successful completion of 6 units of credit 11th grade successful completion of 13 units of credit 12th grade successful completion of 20 units of credit

Athletic Participation Requirements According to the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA), in order to be eligible for athletic participation, a student must meet the following criteria: 1. Pass the minimum academic load during the preceding semester (i.e. pass 3 of 4 courses on a block schedule). 2. Meet the district attendance requirement. Be in attendance for at least 85% of the preceding semester. 3. Meet promotion standards set forth by the Caldwell County Board of Education (noted above).

Caldwell County Weighted Grade Policy North Carolina high schools are required to follow North Carolina State Board of Education policy concerning weighting grades. These guidelines (1) identify the basic requirements for courses that may be weighted, (2) identify the weighting that can be applied to the course, and (3) list special courses that must be weighted. The appropriate weights for each course appear on the North Carolina transcript that is printed for each student.

Levels of Courses: Academic: Honors: AP:

College:

standard level of classes that are offered at the respective high schools. higher level versions of academic courses. Honors courses have a more rigorous curriculum and higher expectations for students’ work as required by the state of North Carolina. course content has been adopted by the College Board program and is geared to enable students to pass the Advanced Placement (AP) test. As a result, only courses specifically identified by the College Board may receive AP credit. courses taught by a community college, college, or university where course content, pace, and academic rigor are, by definition, college-level. Course must be on the most recent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) Transfer List to receive weighted credit.

All Caldwell County high schools use a grading scale without pluses and minuses in accordance with state policy. 7

A new weight system was implemented with the incoming ninth grade class of 2015-2016. As a result of this new scale, seniors and juniors have one weight scale, and sophomores and freshmen have a different weight scale. Scale for 11th & 12th Graders

Scale for 9th & 10th Graders

Non-Weighted Courses

A=4.0

B=3.0

C=2.0

D=1.0

F=0.0

A=4.0

B=3.0

C=2.0

D=1.0

F=0.0

Honors Courses

A=5.0

B=4.0

C=3.0

D=2.0

F=0.0

A=4.5

B=3.5

C=2.5

D=1.5

F=0.0

Advanced Placement Courses*

A=6.0

B= 5.0

C=4.0

D=3.0

F=0.0

A=5.0

B=4.0

C=3.0

D=2.0

F=0.0

Eligible College Courses

A=5.0

B=4.0

C=3.0

D=2.0

F=0.0

A=5.0

B=4.0

C=3.0

D=2.0

F=0.0

Courses Eligible for Weight Courses eligible for weight include 9th grade and higher courses that fall into one of the following categories:  Honors sections of standard, academic courses  Pre-Calculus, mathematics courses beyond the level of Calculus, and world language courses beyond the second level are considered inherently advanced.  Arts education courses at the proficient and advanced levels  Project Lead the Way courses approved for college credit are weighted as college courses  Advanced Placement (AP) courses  Community college courses included on the most recent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) Transfer List. The most recent CAA list can be found here: http://goo.gl/MQRkJh.  Courses taught at four-year universities and colleges

Recognition at Graduation High schools recognize academic achievement of students with a 3.5 grade point average or above as graduating with honors. No valedictorian or salutatorian is designated. Recognition is determined at the end of the third nine weeks. Students are recognized as follows:  GPA of 3.5 to 3.99—Cum Laude  GPA of 4.0 to 4.40—Magna Cum Laude  GPA above 4.40— Summa Cum Laude

North Carolina High School Diploma Endorsements Students can earn Career, College, College/UNC, Global Languages, or North Carolina Academic Scholars diploma endorsements. Students can earn multiple endorsements if they meet the criteria established. The criteria for each endorsement is listed below.

Career Endorsement    

Complete Math I, Math II, Math III, and fourth math course aligned with a student’s post-secondary plans Complete a CTE concentration in one of the approved CTE clusters. (Clusters are found on p. 10-13.) Earn 2.6 unweighted GPA or higher. Earn at least one industry-recognized credential.

College Endorsement  

Complete Math I, Math II, Math III, and fourth math course aligned with a student’s post-secondary plans Earn 2.6 unweighted GPA or higher.

College/UNC Endorsement    

Complete Math I, Math II, Math III, and fourth math course that meets UNC minimum admissions requirement Complete three units of science to include one physical science, one biological science, and one laboratory science course that must include physics or chemistry. Complete two units of a world language Earn 2.5 unweighted GPA or higher. 8

Global Languages Endorsement  

Earn a combined 2.5 GPA for the four state required English graduation requirements. Show proficiency in one or more languages in addition to English. Proficiency can be shown through an external approved exam, completing a four-course sequence of study in the same language, or Credit by Demonstrated Mastery.

North Carolina Academic Scholars Students must begin planning for this program before entering grade 9 to ensure they obtain the most flexibility in their courses. Students have to complete all of the requirements listed below to earn this endorsement. Students must also have an overall four -year unweighted GPA of 3.500 or higher. Credits

Subject Area

4

English I, II, III, IV

4

Mathematics—Math I, II, III and a fourth math with Math III as a prerequisite

3

Science—Physics or Chemistry, Biology, and Earth/Environmental Science

4

Social Studies—World History, Civics and Economics, American History I and II

1

Health and Physical Education

6

Elective Credits: Two elective credits in a world language required for the UNC system, four elective credits constituting a concentration recommended from one of the following: CTE, JROTC, Arts Education, Second Languages, or any other subject area

3

Higher level courses taken during junior and/or senior years which carry weighted quality points such as AP or college courses, advanced CTE or CTE credentialing courses, online courses, or honors courses

25

Total Requirements

President’s Education Awards Program When planning for courses, students may wish to consider participation in the President’s Education Awards Program with the following criteria:  Earn 3.5 unweighted GPA on a 4.0 scale through fall semester of the senior year  Score 85th percentile on either the verbal or math portion of SAT I or subject test or composite ACT score.  Earn at least 12 units from the following areas: English, math, science, social studies, geography, and world languages.

High School Course Descriptions Course descriptions begin on the following page. The grade levels accompanying each description represent the recommended course sequencing for the majority of high school students. Students seeking to register to take a course in an earlier grade level than what is recommended should seek individual approval first from their counselor, with final approval coming from the appropriate building-level administrator or designee. Registration exceptions could apply to students who have earned Credit by Demonstrated Mastery or who have earned high school credit during middle school.

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North Carolina Career Clusters – Pathways to Career & College Success

Career & Technical Education (CTE) To complete Future Ready Core graduation requirements, students must complete 2 elective credits from CTE, Arts or Second Languages. Students are strongly encouraged to complete four elective credits in an area of special interest/career concentration. Completion of four credits in a CTE Career Cluster better prepares students for careers and further education. To qualify as a CTE concentrator for graduation and the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS):  Choose at least three technical credits from the Foundational courses within one Career Cluster .  The fourth technical credit can be either a Foundational or an Enhancement course from the same Career Cluster.  At least one of the Foundational technical credits must be at the completer level (*). If the following courses are not offered at all high schools, the sites where they are offered will be in parenthesis.

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment AU10 Agriscience Applications (SC) AP41 Horticulture I (AC to HOR 150) (SC, WC) AN51 Environmental & Natural Resources (not available) AP42* Horticulture II (Completer) (SC, WC) AP44* Horticulture II – Landscape (Completer) (AC to HOR114 or LSG111) (not available)

FN41 Foods I (AC w/Foods II – must have B or better and score of 93 in both courses)

FN42* Foods II-Enterprise (Completer) (AC to CUL110; both Foods I & II AC to CUL112)

BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS 125) CS11 Project Management Community College Course/s-Landscape Gardening Certificate CS95 CTE Advanced Studies (SC)

Enhancement Courses MM51 Marketing (AC to ETR230 or MKT110 or MKT120) BM10 Microsoft Word & Powerpoint (AC to CIS111 or CIS124 or OST136) BM20 Microsoft Excel & Access BF10 Principles of Business & Finance ME11 Entrepreneurship I (AC to ETR210) CC45 Career Management CS96 DOL Apprenticeship (by application) CS97 Career Internship (by application)

IC42* Electrical II (Completer) (SC) IC43 Electrical III (SC) IC11 Masonry I IC12* Masonry II (Completer) (AC to MAS110) IC13 Masonry III IL57 Plumbing I (WC) IL58* Plumbing II (Completer) (WC) FI51 Interior Design I FI52* Interior Design II FI53 Interior Applications BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS125) BF10 Principles of Business & Finance CS11 Project Management CS95 CTE Advanced Studies Community College course/s

Enhancement Courses BD10 Multimedia & Web Page Design (AC to WEB110 or WEB120) MM51 Marketing (AC to ETR230 or MKT110 or MKT120) MI21 Fashion Merchandising (SC,WC) FA31 Apparel I (SC,WC) BM10 Microsoft Word & Powerpoint (AC to CIS111 or CIS124 or OST136) BM20 Microsoft Excel & Access ME11 Entrepreneurship I (AC to ETR210) CC45 Career Management CS96 DOL Apprenticeship (by application) CS97Career Internship (by application) Community College Related Programs: Construction Management, Electrical/ Electronics Technology, Welding, Electronics Engineering Technology University Related Degrees: Building Sciences, Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design

Community College Related Programs: Landscape Gardening, Turfgrass Management, Horticulture Technology University Related Degrees: Agricultural Education, Agricultural Science, Food Science, Horticultural Science, Natural Resources, Agricultural Engineering, Landscape Architect

Arts, A/V Technology & Communications Architecture & Construction Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment IC00 Core & Sustainable Construction (Introduction course) IC21 Carpentry I (AC to CAR110 or WOL110 or CST110) (WC) IC22* Carpentry II (Completer) (AC to CST111) (WC) IC23 Carpentry III (AC to CST112) (WC) IC61 Drafting I (AC to DFT111 & 111A) (H,SC) IC62* Drafting II – Architectural (Completer) (AC with Drafting I to DFT115 or DFT119 or ARC114) (H) IC63 Drafting III – Architectural (H) IC41 Electrical I (SC)

Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment BM10 Microsoft Word & Powerpoint (AC to CIS111 or CIS124 or OST136) BD10 Multimedia and Webpage Design (AC to WEB110 or WEB120) MM51 Marketing (AC to ETR230 or MKT110 or MKT120) IA11 Intro to Graphic Communications (H) II31 *Adobe Visual Design (Completer) (H) IA13 Print Advertising & Design (H) IA31 Digital Media (AC to DME110) (CCMC) IA32 *Advanced Digital Media (Completer) (AC to DME115 or DME120) (CC) FA31 Apparel & Textile Production I (SC,WC) FA32* Apparel & Textile Prod. II (Completer) (SC,WC) MI21 Fashion Merchandising (SC,WC)

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North Carolina Career Clusters – Pathways to Career & College Success

Career & Technical Education (CTE) CS95 CTE Advanced Studies CS11 Project Management I ME11 Entrepreneurship I (AC to ETR210) Community College Course/s

Enhancement Courses BM20 Microsoft Excel & Access BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS125) BF10 Principles of Business & Finance CC45 Career Management FI51 Interior Design I CS96 DOL Apprenticeship (by application) CS97Career Internship (by application) Community College Related Programs: Advertising & Graphic Design, Graphic Arts & Imaging Technology University Related Degrees: Graphic Design, Fashion & Textile Management, Textile Engineering

CS95 CTE Advanced Studies Community College Course/s

Enhancement Courses BM10 Microsoft Word & Powerpoint (AC to CIS111 or CIS124 or OST136) MM51 Marketing (AC to ETR230 or MKT110 or MKT120) CC45 Career Management CS11 Project Management CS96 DOL Apprenticeship (by application) CS97Career Internship (by application) Community College Related Programs: Business Administration, Accounting, Medical Office Administration, Entrepreneurship University Related Degrees: Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics

Health Science Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level

Business Management & Administration Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment BM10 Microsoft Word & Powerpoint (AC to CIS111 or CIS124 or OST136) BM20 Microsoft Excel & Access BF10 Principles of Business & Finance BA10 Accounting I (AC to ACC115 or ACC118) BB40* Business Management (Completer) ME11* Entrepreneurship I (Completer) (AC to ETR210) BB30* Business Law (Completer) CS11 Project Management CS95 CTE Advanced Studies Community College Course/s

Enhancement Courses BD10 Multimedia and Webpage Design (AC to WEB110 or WEB120) MM51 Marketing (AC to ETR230 or MKT110 or MKT120) BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS125) CC45 Career Management CS96 DOL Apprenticeship (by application) CS97Career Internship (by application) Community College Related Programs: Business Administration, Accounting, Medical Office Administration, Entrepreneurship University Related Degrees: Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics

Finance

AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment HU10 Health Team Relations HU40 Health Science I (AC to MED121 & MED122) HU42* Health Science II (Completer) (AC to HSC110 & HSC120 or MED180) HN43 Nursing Fundamentals (2 credits) (AC to NAS101) HP70 PLTW Principles of Biomedical Sciences (CC) HP71 PLTW* Human Body Systems (Completer) (CC) HP72 PLTW Medical Interventions (CC) HP73 PLTW Biomedical Innovations (CC) CS95 CTE Advanced Studies Community College course/s

Enhancement Courses IP11 Public Safety I BM10 Microsoft Word & Powerpoint (AC to CIS111 or CIS124 or OST136) BM20 Microsoft Excel & Access ME11 Entrepreneurship I (AC to ETR210) MM51 Marketing (AC to ETR230 or MKT110 or MKT120) BF10 Principles of Business & Finance BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS125) FN41 Foods I FE60 Parenting & Child Dev. CC45 Career Management CS96 DOL Apprenticeship (by application) CS97Career Internship Community College Related Programs: Cardiovascular Sonography, Nursing, Physical Therapist Assistant, Emergency Medical Technology, Dental Hygiene, Surgical Technologist, Respiratory Therapist University Related Degrees: Nursing, Public Health, Exercise Science, Respiratory, Anesthesiology, Dermatology, Emergency, Family Medicine

Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS125) BM20 Microsoft Excel & Access BF10 Principles of Business & Finance BA10 Accounting I (AC to ACC115 or ACC118) BA20 Accounting II* (Completer) (AC to ACC115 or ACC118 or ACC119) ME11Entrepreneurship I (AC to ETR210) BB30 Business Law

Hospitality and Tourism Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment FN41 Foods I (AC w/Foods II – must have B or better and score of 93 in both courses) FN42* Foods II-Enterprise (Completer) (AC to CUL110 (both Foods I & II AC to CUL112)

FH71 ProStart I (SC,WC) FH72 ProStart II* (Completer) (SC,WC)

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North Carolina Career Clusters – Pathways to Career & College Success

Career & Technical Education (CTE) MM51 Marketing (AC to ETR230 or MKT110 or MKT120) (Marketing Coop available with teacher approval)

MH42 Hospitality & Tourism* (Completer) MH31 Sports & Entertainment Marketing I MH32 Sports & Entertainment Marketing II* (Completer) BF10 Principles of Business CS11 Project Management ME11Entrepreneurship I (AC to ETR210) CS95 CTE Advanced Studies Community College Course/s – Culinary Arts

CS11 Project Management CS95 CTE Advanced Studies Community College Course/s – Computer Technology Integration

Enhancement Courses CC45 Career Management ME11 Entrepreneurship I (AC to ETR210) BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS 125) CS96 DOL Apprenticeship (by application) CS97 Career Internship (by application) Related Community College Programs: Computer Information; Computer Programming; Networking; Web Technologies; Gaming Technologies University Related Degrees: Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Software and Information Systems

Enhancement Courses BM10 Microsoft Word & Powerpoint (AC to CIS111 or CIS124 or OST136) BM20 Microsoft Excel & Access BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS 125) BD10 Multimedia and Webpage Design (AC to WEB110 or WEB120) CC45 Career Management CS96 DOL Apprenticeship (by application) CS97Career Internship (by application)

Human Services Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS 125) BF10 Principles of Business & Finance FE60 Parenting and Child Development FE11 Early Childhood Education I (2 credits) (AC w/ECE II- Must have B or better and score of 93 in both courses) (H,SC) FE12* Early Childhood Education II (Completer) (2 credits) (AC to EDU119) (H,SC) CS95 CTE Advanced Studies Community College Course/s- Early Childhood; Cosmetology

Enhancement Courses BM10 Microsoft Word & Powerpoint (AC to CIS111 or CIS124 or OST136) BM20 Microsoft Excel & Access FN41 Foods I ME11 Entrepreneurship I (AC to ETR210) CC45 Career Management CS96 DOL Apprenticeship (by application) CS97 Career Internship (by application) Community College Related Programs: Early Childhood Associate University Related Degrees: Child Development, Education

Information Technology Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment BF10 Principles of Business & Finance BM10 Microsoft Word & Powerpoint BM20 Microsoft Excel and Access II31 Adobe Visual Design (H) BD10 Multimedia and Webpage Design* (AC to WEB110 or WEB120) (Completer)

2521 AP Computer Science (H,SC) PLTW Computer Science (CC) BD12* e-Commerce I (Completer)

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment IP11 Public Safety I (H) IP31 Fire Fighter I (H) IP32 Fire Fighter II* (Completer) (H) IP33 Fire fighter III (H) CS95 CTE Advanced Studies Community College Course/s

Enhancement Courses BM10 Microsoft Word & Powerpoint (AC to CIS111 or CIS124 or OST136) BM20 Microsoft Excel & Access MH42 Hospitality & Tourism BF10 Principles of Business & Finance BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS 125) CC45 Career Management CS97 Career Internship (by application) Community College Related Programs: Emergency Medical Science, Fire Protection Technology University Related Degrees: Fire and Emergency Management

Manufacturing Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment MM51 Marketing (AC to ETR230 or MKT110 or MKT120) BF10 Principles of Business & Finance FA31 Apparel & Textile Production I (SC,WC) FA32* Apparel & Textile Prod. II (Completer) (SC,WC) MI21 Fashion Merchandising (SC,WC) CS11 Project Management I ME11 Entrepreneurship I (AC to ETR210) CS95 CTE Advanced Studies Community College Course/s

Enhancement Courses BM10 Microsoft Word & Powerpoint (AC to CIS111 or CIS124 or OST136) BM20 Microsoft Excel & Access BD10 Multimedia and Webpage Design (AC to WEB110 or WEB120) IC61 Drafting I (AC to DFT111 & 111A) (HHS,SC)

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North Carolina Career Clusters – Pathways to Career & College Success

Career & Technical Education (CTE) BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS125) CC45 Career Management CS96 DOL Apprenticeship (by application) CS97Career Internship (by application) Related Community College Programs: Textile Fundamentals Certificate, Furniture Upholstery University Related Degrees: Fashion & Textile Design, Textile Technology

CC45 Career Management AP41 Horticulture I (AC to HOR150) ME11 Entrepreneurship I (AC to ETR210) BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS 125) BF10 Principles of Business & Finance CS97Career Internship (by application) Community College Related Programs: Electrical/Electronics Technology, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology University Related Majors: Architectural, Engineering

Marketing Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment MM51 Marketing (AC to ETR230 or MKT110 or MKT120) BF10 Principles of Business & Finance MI21 Fashion Merchandising ME11* Entrepreneurship I (Completer) (AC to ETR210) CS11 Project Management CS95 CTE Advanced Studies Community College Course/s

Enhancement Courses FA31 Apparel I MH42 Hospitality & Tourism BB30 Business Law BM10 Microsoft Word & Powerpoint (AC to CIS111 or CIS124 or OST136) BM20 Microsoft Excel & Access BD10 Multimedia and Webpage Design (AC to WEB110 or WEB120) BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS125) CC45 Career Management CS97Career Internship (by application) Community College Related Programs: Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, Marketing, Travel & Tourism University Related Majors: Business & Marketing

Science, Technology, Engineering & Math

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment IT11 Intro to Automotive Service (SC) (AC to TRN110) IT16 Automotive Service I (SC) IT17* Automotive Service II (Completer) (SC) IT12 Auto Brakes (SC) (AC to AUT151) IT14 Automotive Electrical (SC) (AC to 7515 Electrical Adv – Must have B or better and score of 93 in both classes)

IT15 Automotive Advanced Electrical* (Completer) (SC) (All high school auto courses at South Caldwell are now community college courses. See Career and College Promise section.)

MM51 Marketing (AC to ETR230 or MKT110 or MKT120) CS11 Project Management CS95 CTE Advanced Studies ME11 Entrepreneurship I (AC to ETR210) Community College Course/s – Automotive Systems (offered at SC)

Enhancement Courses IT13* Automotive Computer System Diagnostics (SC) BM10 Microsoft Word & Powerpoint (AC to CIS 111 or CIS124 or OST136) BM20 Microsoft Excel & Access BF10 Principles of Business & Finance BF05 Personal Finance (AC to BUS 125) CC45 Career Management CS97Career Internship (by application)

Foundational Courses- one must be completer* (advanced) level Community College Related Programs: Automotive Systems Technology University Related Degrees: Automotive Technology Management, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering

AC = Articulated Credit for NC Community Colleges – must have a grade of B or better and a minimum of 93 on post-assessment TP11 PLTW Intro. To Engineering AP (CC,WC) TP21*PLTW Digital Electronics AP (Completer) (CC,WC) TP12 PLTW Principles of Engineering AP (CC,WC) TP31 PLTW Engineering Design & Development (CC,WC) IC61 Drafting I (AC to DFT111 & 111A) (H,SC) IV22* Drafting II – Engineering (Completer) (H,SC) (AC with successful completion of Drafting I – DFT151)

IV23 Drafting III – Engineering (H, SC) (AC to DFT 112 & 112A) (Drafting Engineering Courses are now college Drafting courses—DFT 151, 152, 153) (CC,H,SC)

CS11 Project Management CS95 CTE Advanced Studies Community College Course/s – Mechanical Engineering Technology (offered at H, SC)

Enhancement Courses BD10 Multimedia and Webpage Design (AC to WEB110 or WEB120) BM10 Microsoft Word & PowerPoint (AC to CIS111 or CIS124 or OST136) BM20 Microsoft Excel & Access

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CCS Course Offerings: ENGLISH ENG

English courses are listed as they are normally sequenced.

English I Honors—10215X0SH

Communication Skills—10252X0CSF

Year Recommended: 9 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in Communication Skills or teacher recommendation Credit: 1 English unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes

Year Recommended: 9 Credit: 1 English unit Required: Yes

Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Course Length: 1 Semester Test: Local

Communication Skills is an introductory class for incoming freshmen that develops strong writing skills focusing on grammar, mechanics, and vocabulary as well as reinforcing the writing process – prewriting, drafting/writing, and revising/editing. The class also develops proper research and presentation skills, including a technological emphasis. In addition, students will survey various literary genres including fiction and non-fiction works, with an emphasis on literary terminology and techniques and reading skills development.

Communication Skills Honors—10255X0CSH Year Recommended: 9 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in 8th grade language arts Credit: 1 English unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Local Weight: Yes Communication Skills Honors will develop the students’ writing skills more widely and deeply focusing on grammar, mechanics, and vocabulary by integrating these skills into the writing process: prewriting, drafting/ writing, and revising/editing while adding an emphasis on publication. The class will further develop students’ research skills allowing students to search, organize, and process information from a variety of media and then present their research in order to improve oral, written, nonverbal, and digital communication.

English I—10212X0SR Year Recommended: 9 Credit: 1 English unit Required: Yes

Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Course Length: 1 Semester Test: NC Final Exam

English I provides a foundational study of literary genres – novels, short stories, poetry, drama, and literary nonfiction. Vocabulary, composition, grammar, and viewing skills are also incorporated in the course.

Students will explore the literary genres more widely and deeply, including more challenging and /or complete print and non-print text. This is an accelerated course for students who want to continue their preparation for senior/college level courses in which students will complete extensive reading and writing assignments.

English II—10222X0RE Year Recommended: 10 Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: English I Credit: 1 English unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: EOC English II introduces literary global perspectives focusing on literature from the Americas, Africa, Eastern Europe, Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East.

English II Honors—10225X0HE Year Recommended: 10 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in Honors English I or teacher recommendation Credit: 1 English unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: EOC Weight: Yes Students will explore the global literary perspectives more widely and deeply. This is an accelerated course for students who want to continue their preparation for senior/college level courses in which students will complete extensive reading and writing assignments.

English III—10232X0RE Year Recommended: 11 Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: English II Credit: 1 English unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam English III is an in-depth study of United States literature and literary nonfiction focusing in particular on works from the 17th to the 20th century. Students will also study grammar, vocabulary, and viewing skills as they relate to this course. Students will be expected to complete a research paper.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 14

CCS Course Offerings: ENGLISH English IV Honors—10245X0HE

Year Recommended: 11 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in Honors English II or teacher recommendation Credit: 1 English unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes

Year Recommended: 12 Schools: CC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in Honors English III or teacher recommendation Credit: 1 English unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes

Students in English III Honors will analyze United States literature and literacy nonfiction. A full-length research paper is required. This is an accelerated course for students who want to continue their preparation for senior/college level courses.

Students in the English IV Honors course will explore literature more widely and deeply, including more challenging and/or complete print and non-print texts. This is an accelerated course for students who want to continue their preparation for college level courses. Emphasis will be placed on creative application of skills, and students will be required to write a research paper. Projects will reinforce writing, usage, and speaking skills as well as allow for exploration of themes in literature. Students will complete a multi-genre research project as part of this course.

Advanced Placement English III—Language and Composition—1A007X0AP Year Recommended: 11 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Honors English II or instructor approval Credit: 1 English unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes

AP English Literature and Composition—1A017X0AP Year Recommended: 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Honors English IV Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes

The AP English Language and Composition course aligns to an introductory college-level rhetoric and writing curriculum, which requires students to develop evidencebased analytic and argumentative essays that proceed through several stages or drafts. Students evaluate, synthesize, and cite research to support their arguments. Throughout the course, students develop a personal style by making appropriate grammatical choices. Additionally, students read and analyze the rhetorical elements and their effects in non-fiction texts, including graphic images as forms of text, from many disciplines and historical periods. This course covers both the NC English III standards and AP standards. Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course - https:// apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/ap-english-languageand-composition. Summer reading may be required.

The AP English Literature and Composition course aligns to an introductory college-level literary analysis course. The course engages students in the close reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature to deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure. As they read, students consider a work’s structure, style, and themes, as well as its use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone. Writing assignments include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays that require students to analyze and interpret literary works. Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/ap-englishliterature-and-composition. Summer reading may be required.

English IV—10242X0RE Year Recommended: 12 Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: English III Credit: 1 English unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes

Creative Writing—10252X0CW Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

In English IV, literature instruction will include recognizing and reading various types of literature from Europe as well as American documents greatly influenced by European philosophy or action. Vocabulary, basic research, composition, speech and viewing skills are also presented. Students will be expected to complete a research paper and a multi-genre research project as part of this course.

This course is designed for students who have a special interest or aptitude for writing and creative expression. Students will explore various genres including poetry, plays, essays, and short stories. Students consider the elements of creativity, inspirations, form and content in relationship to styles of represented authors. Self-criticism, group evaluation, contest entries, and publication of student works are required activities.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 15

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English III Honors—10235X0HE

CCS Course Offerings: ENGLISH ENG

Creative Writing II—10252X0CW2

Speech and Debate—10142X0SD

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H Prerequisite: Creative Writing I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local This course will involve creating and making speeches. Students do research in order to make speeches. In addition, approximately one-third of the class is devoted to debate, using formal debate rules.

Students will focus on one main area of their writing and will have a semester long project. They will help critique the writing of other students. They will act as senior editors and designers for Out of Our Minds.

Honors Speech and Debate—10185X0HCD Creative Writing II—10252X0CW3

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H Prerequisite: Speech and Debate and teacher approval Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H Prerequisite: Creative Writing I and II Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Honors Speech and Debate is a class for students who want to extend or build upon and reinforce their speaking and debating skills. Students are expected to complete all classroom assignments at a more rigorous level. Students are required to participate and be leaders in Model United Nations and to complete two authentic outside the classroom speeches. One of these will be the Lenoir Rotary sponsored Oratorical Competition. Students are expected to be leaders in the Speech and Debate classroom by peer collaboration and by leading classroom debates.

Students will focus on one main area of their writing and will have a semester long project. They will help critique the writing of other students. They will act as senior editors and designers for Out of Our Minds.

Religions and Philosophies of the World—10252X0RPS Religions and Philosophies of the World Honors— 10255X0RPH Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Honors only

SAT/ACT Prep—96022X0SAP

This course will attempt to bring to light the essential question of “Who am I?” as asked by various groups of religions and perspectives from the history of the world through literature.

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Math III; Students can be enrolled in SAT Prep and Math III during the same semester Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local The college preparation course is designed to improve student’s performance on the verbal, writing, and math portions of the SAT or ACT tests. During the English half of the class, students will practice test-taking skills, with emphasis on critical thinking, vocabulary development, grammar and its usage, and short essays. The math portion of this course will focus on the different types of math problems that appear on the SAT and ACT. Test taking skills and strategies to approach each type of problem will be addressed.

Mythology—10252X0M Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: CC, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Students will explore and research mythologies of the world. The course will have emphasis on Greek, Celtic, Norse, Chinese, African, and American mythology.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 16

CCS Course Offerings: ENGLISH Film in Society—10252X0FIS Year Recommended: 11, 12

The Old Testament as Literature/History-48002X0OT Schools: SC

Credit: 1 elective unit Required: No

Course Length: 1 Semester Test: Local

A sociological and analytical look at the way film portrays society and how society is influenced by film. Students will also study how film conveys theme, message and moral values through plot, symbolism, camera angle, editing and direction. Students will learn about the significance of film`s contribution to society and film as an integrated art form.

This course focuses on the types of literature in the Old Testament, the forms used, the literary techniques, and the beauty of the language. Also, students will learn about the strong influence of biblical language and literature on the development of modern language and literature and about the influence of biblical history. Students should not registered for both of these courses in the same semester.

Publications I—10312X0FP

The New Testament as Literature/History-48002X0NT

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12

Schools: SC

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Prerequisite: Approval by instructor

Credit: 1 elective unit Required: No

Course Length: 1 Semester Test: Local

This course focuses on types of literature in the New Testament, the forms used, the literary techniques, and the beauty of the language. The strong influence of Biblical language and narration on the development of modern language, literature, and history are also noted. Students should not registered for both of these courses in the same semester.

This is a course in learning newspaper and yearbook production. The course focuses on all aspects of journalistic writing as well as basic layout and design.

Publications II—10322X0SP Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12

Schools: SC

Prerequisite: Publications I and approval by instructor

Credit: 1 elective unit Required: No

Course Length: 1 Semester Test: Local

English Language Development—10382X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

This course focuses on newspaper and yearbook production. Instruction includes all aspects of journalistic writing, editing, design, and publicity. The class will publish the school newspaper and yearbook. Some time is required after school.

This course will be available only to students learning English as a second language. This course focuses primarily on English language development. Emphasis will be on developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Vocabulary and grammar usage will be presented in the context of conversations and narratives. Eligibility for the course will be based on language proficiency test scores. The course may be repeated.

Yearbook Production—10312X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12

Schools: WC

Prerequisite: Application/teacher approval

Credit: 1 elective unit Required: No

Course Length: 1 Semester Test: Local

Students will be responsible for producing the school annual. Layout, copy, cropping, selling ads, and design work will be emphasized. Students must complete an application, including evaluations from teachers, three weeks prior to registration. Applications may be obtained from the guidance department. This course may be repeated for credit.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 17

ENG

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Prerequisite: Registered for an honors course & teacher approval

CCS Course Offerings: MATHEMATICS Math courses are listed as they are normally sequenced.

Math II-End—22012X0Z

Foundations of Math I—20502X0V

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: G, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Foundations of Math II Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam

Year Recommended: 9, 10 Schools: G, H, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

MATH

Math I provides students the opportunity to study concepts of algebra, geometry, functions, number and operations, statistics, and modeling. Concepts include expressions in the real number system, equations, inequalities, functions, geometric properties, and categorical and quantitative data. The first half of Math I is taught in this class.

Math I End—21032X0V Year Recommended: 9, 10 Schools: G, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Foundations of Math I Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: EOC The second half of Math I is presented in this course. Students are required to register for Foundations of Math I and Math I-End in the same year. The Foundations of Math I and Math I-End combination will satisfy the Math I requirement for graduation.

Math I—21032X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10 Schools: All Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: EOC Math I provides students the opportunity to study concepts of algebra, geometry, functions, number and operations, statistics, and modeling. Concepts include expressions in the real number system, equations, inequalities, functions, geometric properties, and categorical and quantitative data.

The second half of Math II is presented in this course. Students are required to register for Foundations of Math II and Math IIEnd in the same year. The Foundations of Math II and Math IIEnd combination will satisfy the Math II requirement for graduation and count as one elective credit and one math credit.

Math II—22012X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11 Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Math I or Math I-End Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam This course continues the progression of standards established in Math I. Concepts include polynomials, congruence and similarity of figures, trigonometry with triangles, modeling with geometry, probability, making inferences, and justifying conclusions.

Honors Math II—22015X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in Math I Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes This course is a rigorous, challenging, in-depth study of Math II standards. Students will be required to complete outside reading, research, and projects and will work more independently than in a regular class. Topics beyond the scope of a traditional Math II course will be studied.

Math III—23012X0 Foundations of Math II—20512X0FM2 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: G, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Math I or Math I-End Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local This course covers the first half of the Math II curriculum continuing to develop the students’ understanding of Math I concepts. Students will deepen their understanding of algebraic processes and geometric concepts.

Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Math II or Math II-End Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam Math III progresses from the standards learned in Math I and Math II. In addition to these standards, this course extends to include algebraic concepts such as: the complex number system, inverse functions, trigonometric functions, and the unit circle. Math III also includes geometric concepts of conics and circles.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 18

CCS Course Offerings: MATHEMATICS Honors Math III—23015X0

Honors Discrete Math—24015X0DMH

Year Recommended: 9, 10 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in Math II or permission from dept. chair Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: CC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in Math III or dept. chair permission Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Possible 4th math course Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes This course is a rigorous, challenging and in-depth study of Discrete Math. Students will be required to complete outside reading, research, and projects and will work more independently than in a regular class. Topics beyond the scope of a traditional Discrete Math course will be studied. This course is designed for the student who plans to take AP Statistics.

Essentials for College Math—24082X0ECM Year Recommended: 12 Schools: CC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Math III Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Possible 4th math course Test: NC Final Exam

AP Statistics—2A037X0AP Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Honors Discrete Math (A,B, C) or dept. chair permission Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Possible 4th math course Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes

Essentials for College Math provides students with a selection of topics crucial to entry-level college math readiness for those considering a non-STEM related field as a course of study or career. The course includes algebraic expressions, equations, measurement and proportional reasoning, linear functions, linear systems of equations, quadratic functions, exponential functions, and statistics. The course provides a more hands-on approach to further develop conceptual understanding than does Advanced Functions and Modeling.

The AP Statistics course is equivalent to a one-semester, introductory, non-calculus-based college course in statistics. The course introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. There are four themes in the AP Statistics course: exploring data, sampling and experimentation, anticipating patterns, and statistical inference. Students use technology, investigations, problem solving, and writing as they build conceptual understanding. Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/ap-statistics. Summer reading may be required.

Advanced Functions and Modeling—24002X0FM Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: G, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Math III Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Possible 4th math course Test: NC Final Exam Advanced Functions and Modeling provides students an indepth study of modeling and applying functions in realworld situations. This course extends the student’s application of trigonometry, probability, statistics, sequences, and series.

Pre-Calculus—24035X0PC Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in Math III or dept. chair permission Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Possible 4th math course Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes

Discrete Math—24012X0DM Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: CC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Math III Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Possible 4th math course Test: NC Final Exam

This course is a thorough study of functions and their characteristics including exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric, inverse, polynomial, power, rational, logistic, and piecewise. Other topics will include conic sections, vectors, parametric and polar equations and matrices. There will be a balance between problem solving, conceptual understanding and procedural skills.

Discrete Mathematics introduces students to the mathematics of networks, social choice, and decision making. The course extends students’ applications of matrix arithmetic, probability, statistics, sequences, and series. Applications and modeling are central to this course.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 19

MATH

This course is a rigorous, challenging, in-depth study of Math III standards. Students will be required to complete outside reading, research, and projects and will work more independently than in a regular class. Topics beyond the scope of a traditional Math III course will be studied.

CCS Course Offerings: MATHEMATICS

MATH

Calculus-AP Prep—28005X0CP

AP Calculus BC—2A017X0BC

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, WC Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC Prerequisite: AP Calculus AB Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes

This course is offered to those students who wish to take AP Calculus AB in the spring semester. This course is a rigorous, challenging, and in-depth study of Calculus. Students will be required to complete independent work and projects. Topics include limits, derivatives, and integrals. Algebraic, numerical, and graphical representations will be emphasized throughout the course.

AP Calculus BC is roughly equivalent to both first and second semester college calculus courses and extends the content learned in AB to different types of equations and introduces the topic of sequences and series. Calculus BC is a full-year course in the calculus of functions of a single variable. It includes all topics taught in Calculus AB plus additional topics such as parametric, polar, and vector functions, methods of integration, polynomial approximations, and series. The course teaches students to approach calculus concepts and problems when they are represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally, and to make connections amongst these representations. Students learn how to use technology to help solve problems, experiment, interpret results, and support conclusions. Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course - https:// apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/ap-calculus-bc. Summer reading may be required.

AP Calculus AB—2A007X0AB Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Calculus AP Prep (H, WC); Pre-Calculus (SC) Credit: 1 math unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes AP Calculus AB is roughly equivalent to a first semester college calculus course devoted to topics in differential and integral calculus. The AP course covers topics in these areas, including concepts and skills of limits, derivatives, definite integrals, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. The course teaches students to approach calculus concepts and problems when they are represented graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally, and to make connections amongst these representations. Students learn how to use technology to help solve problems, experiment, interpret results, and support conclusions. Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course - https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/ ap-calculus-ab. Summer reading may be required.

Math Tutor—99359X0MT Year Recommended: 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: Math III and dept. chair permission Credit: 0 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Students will serve as tutors in freshman level math courses. Students will be assigned to math teachers during the periods when these courses are taught. No credit is awarded for this course.

SAT/ACT Prep—96022X0SAP Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Math III; Students can be enrolled in SAT Prep and Math III during the same semester Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local The college preparation course is designed to improve student’s performance on the verbal, writing, and math portions of the SAT or ACT tests. During the English half of the class, students will practice test-taking skills, with emphasis on critical thinking, vocabulary development, grammar and its usage, and short essays. The math portion of this course will focus on the different types of math problems that appear on the SAT and ACT. Test taking skills and strategies to approach each type of problem will be addressed. Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 20

CCS Course Offerings: SCIENCE Science courses are listed as they are normally sequenced.

Honors Biology—33205X0BH

Earth Science—35102X0SE

Year Recommended: 10 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in previous science course or dept. chair permission Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: EOC Weight: Yes

Year Recommended: 9 Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester; Year (SC) Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam

This course is a rigorous, challenging, and in-depth study of biology. Students will be required to complete outside reading, research, and projects. They will be required to keep a lab notebook and be able to work independently to conduct experiments using scientific inquiry.

Chemistry—34202X0C

Honors Earth Science—35105X0SH

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: CC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Math I; Physical Science recommended Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Possible physical science course Test: NC Final Exam

Year Recommended: 9 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in previous science course or dept. chair permission Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester; Year (SC) Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes

Emphasis is placed on laboratory experiences which stress the use of instruments and equipment. Major content topics include measuring and computing, the composition of and changes in matter, atomic theory, chemical reactions, the periodic table, acids and bases, solutions, and the behavior of gases. “Hands-on, minds-on” activities show students how they are surrounded by chemistry and how chemistry applies to their daily lives.

This course is a rigorous, challenging, and in-depth study of earth/environmental science. Students will be required to complete outside reading, research, and projects. They will be required to keep a lab notebook and be able to work independently to conduct experiments using scientific inquiry.

Physical Science—34102X0PS

Honors Chemistry—34205X0CH

Year Recommended: 10 Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Possible physical science course Test: NC Final Exam

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Math I (A/B), A/B in previous science course or dept. chair permission Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Possible physical science course Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes

Instruction in physical science is a study of topics relating to both chemistry and physics. These topics include studies of the atom, inorganic and organic chemistry, motion, electricity and magnetism, waves and sound, and heat and energy. Lab investigations will accompany each area of study.

This course is a rigorous, challenging, and in-depth study of chemistry. Students will be required to complete outside reading, research, and projects. They will be required to keep a lab notebook and be able to work independently to conduct experiments using scientific inquiry.

Biology—33202X0GB Year Recommended: 11 Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: EOC The study of biology provides an opportunity for students to gain understanding of the fundamental principles of living things. Major topics of study include scientific background, the nature of life, the continuity of life, microbiology, genetics, plants, animals, and ecology. Lab investigations will accompany each area of study.

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This course will introduce the basic principles of earth/ environmental science, which include geology, astronomy, meteorology, and oceanography. In addition, this class will explore environmental problems such as air and water pollution, habitat destruction, and overpopulation. Labs, activities, and demonstrations will be conducted.

CCS Course Offerings: SCIENCE Honors Physics—34305X0PH

AP Biology—3A007X0AP

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Math II Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Possible physical science course Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Biology AP Prep (A, B, C) Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes

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AP Biology is an introductory college-level biology course. Students cultivate their understanding of biology through inquiry-based investigations as they explore the following topics: evolution, cellular processes, energy and communication, genetics, information transfer, ecology, and interactions. Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course - https:// apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/ap-biology. Summer reading may be required.

Physics is an experimental science that studies matter and its motion. Physics deals with concepts such as force, energy, mass, charge, and electric current. Students will work independently and in groups using laboratory investigations, modeling, problem solving, and computer simulations in order to understand how matter in the world behaves. Students who plan on enrolling in AP Calculus or AP Statistics would find it very helpful to take this class before taking the advanced math class. Students who plan a career in a technical field that requires knowledge of physics such as computers, engineering, architecture, design, or medical professions will also benefit from physics instruction.

Chemistry AP Preparation—30205X0FC Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: Math III and Chemistry Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

Biology AP Preparation—30205X0FB Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Honors Biology and Chemistry recommended Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

Chemistry - AP Preparation is offered to those students who wish to take AP Chemistry in the spring semester. This course is a rigorous, challenging, and in-depth study of chemistry, and students will be required to complete outside reading, research, and projects. They will be required to keep a lab notebook and be able to work independently to conduct experiments using scientific inquiry. Topics include atomic structure, stoichiometry, solution chemistry, thermochemistry, periodic properties, chemical bonding, and electrochemistry. Lab experiments will be conducted on these and other topics. In addition, students will be required to complete in-depth scientific studies, research, and writing. This course is the first semester of the AP Chemistry sequence.

Biology- AP Preparation is offered to those students who wish to take AP Biology in the spring semester. This course is a rigorous, challenging, and in-depth study of biology, and students will be required to complete outside reading, research, and projects. They will be required to keep a lab notebook and be able to work independently to conduct experiments using scientific inquiry. Students will explore biochemistry, cytology, energy transformations, molecular genetics, heredity, evolution and biotechnology. Students will be introduced to advanced laboratory techniques in computer -assisted sampling, microscopy, gel electrophoresis, bacterial transformation, and the genetics of Drosophilia. In addition, students will be required to complete in-depth scientific studies, research, and writing.

AP Chemistry—3A017X0APC Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: Chemistry AP Prep (A, B, C) Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes The AP Chemistry course provides students with a collegelevel foundation to support future advanced course work in chemistry. Students cultivate their understanding of chemistry through inquiry-based investigations, as they explore topics such as: atomic structure, intermolecular forces and bonding, chemical reactions, kinetics, thermodynamics, and equilibrium. Created by the AP Chemistry Development Committee, the course curriculum is compatible with many Chemistry courses in colleges and universities. Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course - https:// apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/ap-chemistry. Summer reading may be required.

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CCS Course Offerings: SCIENCE Astronomy—35402X0A

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Math III Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: Earth Science Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

The AP Environmental Science course is the equivalent of a one-semester, introductory college course in environmental science, through which students engage with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world. The course requires that students identify and analyze natural and human-made environmental problems, evaluate the relative risks associated with these problems, and examine alternative solutions for resolving or preventing them. Environmental science is interdisciplinary, embracing topics from geology, biology, environmental studies, environmental science, chemistry, and geography. Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/apenvironmental-science. Summer reading may be required.

This course is an overall view of the universe from ancient to modern times. Topics to be covered include selection and use of telescopes and other optical aides, the solar system and structure of the planets, stars and constellations, life cycles of stars, galaxies, and cosmology. Night viewing sessions will be required.

Forensic Science—30202X0FS Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Biology or dept. chair permission Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Forensic Science will allow students to learn how scientific and mathematical knowledge is incorporated and applied to both anthropological studies and law enforcement. Students will learn how to apply these two fields of study through labs and fictional case studies. The course is lab based. Outside resources such as local law enforcement agencies, medical facilities and personnel, and institutes of higher education will be utilized.

Anatomy and Physiology—33302X0AP Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local This course is offered to students who want a deeper understanding of the structure and function of the human body. The course is designed to provide a basic background for students interested in any of the life sciences or various areas of the medical field. Major topics include the study of the cell, tissues and membranes, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Investigations will accompany each area of study.

Honors Forensic Science—30205X0FH Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in Biology or dept. chair permission Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes This course is a rigorous, challenging, and in-depth study of Forensic Science. Students will be required to complete outside reading, research, and projects. They will be required to keep a lab notebook and be able to work independently to conduct experiments using scientific inquiry.

Honors Anatomy and Physiology—33305X0AH Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in Biology or dept. chair permission Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes This course is a rigorous, challenging, and in-depth study of Anatomy and Physiology. Students will be required to complete outside reading, research, and projects. They will be required to keep a lab notebook and be able to work independently to conduct experiments using scientific inquiry.

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AP Environmental Science—3A027X0AP

CCS Course Offerings: SCIENCE Honors Biotechnology—30205X0BH

Science Lab Technician—99359X0ST

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Biology and a physical science or dept. chair permission Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

Year Recommended: 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: Dept. chair permission Credit: 0 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

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This course is designed to give practical experience in laboratory activities and management skills. Students will design, set up and store science labs and equipment spanning all disciplines of science. Students will assist science teachers during laboratory activities and lab procedures. The student will be responsible for maintaining science displays, the organization of lab equipment, and assist in science research projects. No credit is awarded for this course.

Biotechnology is the study of cell culturing and genetic engineering. This course is a rigorous, challenging, and indepth study with emphasis placed on laboratory experiences which utilize electrophoresis chambers, gel boxes and micropipettes. Students will explore various techniques in recombinant DNA and genetic mapping. A good background in cell biology and genetics is advised. Students will be required to complete outside reading, research, and projects. They will be required to keep a lab notebook and be able to work independently to conduct experiments using scientific inquiry. inquiry.

Pre-Engineering and Design—30202X0PE Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: Math I Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local This class is a hands-on, design-oriented exploration of engineering careers. Students will work in groups to design and construct working products. In addition, students will use project-based investigations to explore additional engineering and design fields. This class will benefit students interested in a wide range of career possibilities in the technical fields.

Honors Pre-Engineering and Design—30205X0PE Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: Math III Credit: 1 science unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes This class is a hands-on, design oriented exploration of engineering and design careers. Students will conduct independent research and design individually and in groups in order to produce working products. The honors class will focus on skills needed for a student to be successful in a four-year college or university program. These skills include applying math skills to the design process, computer programming, computer generated modeling, organization skills, and presentation skills. This class will benefit students interested in computer engineering, computer programming, design, drafting, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, architectural engineering, and architecture.

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CCS Course Offerings: SOCIAL STUDIES Social studies courses are listed as they are normally sequenced.

Honors American History I—43045X0 Year Recommended: 10 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in World History Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes

World History—43032X0WH Year Recommended: 9 Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester; Year (SC) Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam

Studying the same concepts and topics as American History I, this course will provide a more rigorous and in-depth study of American History through Reconstruction. Because of the challenging nature of this course, students will be required to take greater responsibility for their learning.

This course explores the major political, social, economic and cultural accomplishments of humankind, with an emphasis on western European civilizations. Students broaden their historical perspectives as they examine ways societies have dealt with great issues of war and peace, internal stability, and perpetuating their societal institutions. When students consider how societies in Africa, Asia, and Latin America have dealt with these great issues, their understandings of western civilization are enhanced.

American History II—43052X00

This course covers the late 19th century time period through the early 21st century. Students will examine the political, economic, social, and cultural development of the United States. Topics of study will include the change in the ethnic composition of American society, the movement toward equal rights for minorities and women, and the role of the US as a major world power.

Honors World History—43035X0WHH Year Recommended: 9 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Level IV on 8th Grade EOG Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester; Year (SC) Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes This course explores the major political, social, economic and cultural accomplishments of humankind, with an emphasis on western European civilizations. Students broaden their historical perspectives as they examine ways societies have dealt with great issues of war and peace, internal stability, and perpetuating their societal institutions. When students consider how societies in Africa, Asia, and Latin America have dealt with these great issues, their understandings of western civilization are enhanced. This course is challenging and will require students to take a greater responsibility for their learning. Projects and research will be a major part of this course, and emphasis will be on discussion, debate, and practical application.

Honors American History II—43055X00 Year Recommended: 11 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in American History I Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes Studying the same concepts and topics as American History II, this course will provide a more rigorous and in-depth study of American History from Reconstruction through the present. Because of the challenging nature of this course, students will be required to take greater responsibility for their learning.

American History I—43042X0AHI American History: The Founding Principles, Civics and Economics—42092X0

Year Recommended: 10 Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam

Year Recommended: 12 Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam

This course covers the European exploration of the new world through Reconstruction. Students will examine the historical and intellectual origins of the United States from the European exploration and colonial settlement to the Revolutionary and Constitutional eras. Students will study the political and economic factors that contributed to colonial America and the outbreak of the American Revolution, the US Constitution, the establishment of political parties, America’s westward expansion, sectional conflict, and the Civil War and its consequences.

This course focuses on the development of knowledge and skills needed by all students to become responsible citizens. Students will investigate the historical foundations of the American legal and political systems, the basic values and principles of American democracy, and the structure of legal and governmental systems.

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Year Recommended: 11 Schools: CC, G, H, SC, WC Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam

CCS Course Offerings: SOCIAL STUDIES Honors American History: The Founding Principles, Civics and Economics—42095X0CH

AP Human Geography—4A027X0AP Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in previous honors course or A in previous academic course with teacher recommendation Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes

Year Recommended: 12 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisites: A/B in previous social studies course Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: NC Final Exam Weight: Yes

The AP Human Geography course is equivalent to an introductory college-level course in human geography. The course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth's surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine socioeconomic organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their research and applications. The curriculum reflects the goals of the National Geography Standards (2012). Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course - https:// apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/ap-humangeography. Summer reading may be required.

This course focuses on the development of knowledge and skills needed by all students to become responsible citizens. Students will investigate the historical foundations of the American legal and political systems, the basic values and principles of American democracy, and the structure of legal and governmental systems.

AP European History—4A017X0AP SOCST

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: A/B in previous honors course or A in previous academic course with teacher recommendation Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes The AP European History course focuses on developing students' understanding of European history from approximately 1450 to the present. The course has students investigate the content of European history for significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in four historical periods, and develop and use the same thinking skills and methods (analyzing primary and secondary sources, making historical comparisons, chronological reasoning, and argumentation) employed by historians when they study the past. The course also provides five themes (interaction of Europe and the world; poverty and prosperity; objective knowledge and subjective visions; states and other institutions of power; and individual and society) that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among historical developments in different times and places. Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course - https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/ apcourse/ap-european-history. Summer reading may be required.

AP US Government—4A067XAP Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: A/B in previous honors course or A in previous academic course with teacher recommendation Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes This course introduces students to key political ideas, institutions, policies, interactions, roles, and behaviors that characterize the political culture of the United States. The course examines politically significant concepts and themes, through which students learn to apply disciplinary reasoning, assess causes and consequences of political events, and interpret data to develop evidence-based arguments. Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course - https:// apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/ap-united-statesgovernment-and-politics. Summer reading may be required.

AP United States History Preparation—48005X0APP Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisites: A/B in previous honors course or A in previous academic course with teacher recommendation Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes w/AP US History Test: Local Weight: Yes This course addresses major themes of United States history, with special emphasis on social, political, cultural and economic topics. Students encounter a rigorous curriculum involving heavy reading and writing assignments to prepare students for AP US History.

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CCS Course Offerings: SOCIAL STUDIES AP United States History—4A077X0AP Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: AP US History Preparation (A, B, C) Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes w/AP US History Preparation Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes

Psychology—44032X0FR Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local This course is an in-depth study of human growth and development, human learning, the effects of emotions on behavior, and how humans adapt to and interact in a variety of environments. This course is recommended prior to taking AP Psychology.

Honors Psychology—44035X0SH Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes Honors Psychology will focus on human growth and development, human learning, the effects of emotions on behavior, and how humans adapt and interact in a variety of environments. Students will be asked to produce various amounts of assignments that will focus on the key themes of the course. Students, as they apply, will also be introduced to important community activists and may take part in a selection of field trips that are designed to enhance the students’ broad understanding in the field.

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in previous honors course or A in previous academic course with teacher recommendation Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes This course introduces students to the systematic and scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. While considering the psychologists and studies that have shaped the field, students explore and apply psychological theories, key concepts, and phenomena associated with such topics as the biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, learning and cognition, motivation, developmental psychology, testing and individual differences, treatment of abnormal behavior, and social psychology. Throughout the course, students employ psychological research methods, including ethical considerations, as they use the scientific method, analyze bias, evaluate claims and evidence, and effectively communicate ideas. Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course - https:// apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/ap-psychology. Summer reading may be required.

Crime and Justice—48002X0CJ Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local This course in law and justice provides students with an opportunity for concentrated study of the legal, judicial, law enforcement and corrections systems of the United States. Students examine the types, causes and consequences of crime, along with the operational effectiveness of institutions and officials dealing with crimes. Guest speakers and field trips are used to give students a first person look at the judicial system.

Honors Southern Cultures—48005X0SC Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes This course will explore major qualities that make the South a distinct region. Although the major emphasis will be on literature and authors of the South, other topics that will be explored include politics, history, art, music, food, storytelling, superstitions, religion, race relations, and social structure. Students will learn skills of reading and interpretation, analytical writing, research, and oral presentation. The course will make use of a rigorous schedule of outside reading, class discussion, lecture, and research projects. The internet will be utilized heavily for research purposes and postings for discussion board.

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The AP U.S. History course focuses on developing students’ understanding of American history from approximately 1491 to the present. The course has students investigate the content of U.S. history for significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in nine historical periods, and develop and use the same thinking skills and methods (analyzing primary and secondary sources, making historical comparisons, chronological reasoning, and argumentation) employed by historians when they study the past. The course also provides seven themes (American and national identity; migration and settlement; politics and power; work, exchange, and technology; America in the world; geography and the environment; and culture and society) that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among historical developments in different times and places. Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course - https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/ apcourse/ap-united-states-history. Summer reading may be required.

AP Psychology—4A057X0AP

CCS Course Offerings: SOCIAL STUDIES World Cultures—48002X0WCS

Honors United Nations I—48005X0O

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in social studies course Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

In the study of World Cultures, students examine persistent issues such as ecology, peace and security, technology, the position of the individual in society, and the importance of national and cultural identity. Through an examination of issues that are global in scope, students prepare themselves to be good decision makers about domestic and international policies concerning such issues. Cultural regions, institutions, and practices chosen for examination in the World Cultures course may vary, but those used may include important cultures of Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, and Latin America.

This is an introductory course on the history of the United Nations and other international organizations. Students are introduced to current world conflicts through research, class debate, country speeches, and written position papers. The course will focus on preparing students to participate in Model UN simulation competitions against other area schools.

Honors United Nations II—48005X0UWA SOCST

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC Prerequisite: United Nations I or teacher recommendation Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

Honors World Cultures—48005X0WCH Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

This is an advanced course on the history of the United Nations and other international organizations. Students are introduced to current world conflicts through research, class debate, country speeches, and written position papers. The course will focus on preparing students to participate in Model UN simulation competitions against other area schools.

This is a rigorous and in-depth study of world cultures. Students will examine the development and components of the American cultural experience through comparative analysis of other world cultures. Additional topics beyond the scope of a traditional world cultures class will be geared toward student interest. Because of the rigorous nature of this course, students will be expected to take a greater responsibility for their learning.

Honors United Nations III—48005X0UNH Year Recommended: 12 Schools: SC Prerequisite: United Nations II or teacher recommendation Credit: 1 social studies Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

The Old Testament as Literature/History-48002X0OT Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

This is an advanced course for students who have completed Honors United Nations I and II. Students are introduced to current world conflicts through research, class debate, country speeches, and written position papers. The course will focus on preparing students to participate in Model UN simulation competitions against other area schools. Students in this class will take more of a leadership role in simulation exercises, parliamentary procedure, and the development of course materials.

This course focuses on the types of literature in the Old Testament, the forms used, the literary techniques, and the beauty of the language. Also, students will learn about the strong influence of biblical language and literature on the development of modern language and literature and about the influence of biblical history. Students should not registered for both of these courses in the same semester.

The New Testament as Literature/History-48002X0NT Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local This course focuses on types of literature in the New Testament, the forms used, the literary techniques, and the beauty of the language. The strong influence of Biblical language and narration on the development of modern language, literature, and history are also noted. Students should not registered for both of these courses in the same semester.

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CCS Course Offerings: WORLD LANGUAGES German I—11612X0G1

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, WC Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

The primary emphasis in this course is on French conversation, listening skills, and speaking skills. Introductory reading and writing skills are also taught. Vocabulary and grammar usage are presented in the context of conversations and narratives. Introduction to contemporary economic, political, social, educational and family life in French speaking cultures is a significant aspect of French I and is presented mostly in English.

The primary emphasis in this course is on German conversation, listening skills, and speaking skills. Introductory reading and writing skills are also taught. Vocabulary and grammar usage are presented in the context of conversations and narratives. Introduction to contemporary economic, political, social, educational and family life in German speaking cultures is a significant aspect of German I.

French II—11022X0F2

German II—11622X0G2

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC Prerequisite: French I Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, WC Prerequisite: German I Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

At level II, as students increase their listening and speaking skills, an increased emphasis is placed on reading and writing skills. The scope of vocabulary and grammar content is enlarged. Some of the cultural information is read or listened to in French.

This course is a comprehensive review of German I. A greater variety of vocabulary is presented as well as more complex verb and sentence structure. Students will converse, read, and write at a higher level. Culture is presented throughout the semester.

French III—11035X0F3

German III—11635X0G3

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC Prerequisite: A/B in French II Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, WC Prerequisite: A/B in German II Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

The focus of this advanced-level French course is listening, speaking, reading and writing. Considerable emphasis is placed on speaking. Culture is presented throughout the semester. This course is designed around the interests of the students.

The emphasis of this course is on advanced performance in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Considerable emphasis is placed on speaking. Culture is presented throughout the semester. This course is designed around the interests of the students.

French IV—11045X0F4

German IV—11645X0G4

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC Prerequisite: A/B in French III Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, WC Prerequisite: A/B in German III Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

The emphasis of this course is on advanced performance in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students will read selections from French literature. French culture is presented. This course is designed around the interests of the students.

The emphasis of this course is on advanced performance in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students will read selections from German literature. German culture is presented. This course is designed around the interests of the students.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 29

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French I—11012X0F1

CCS Course Offerings: WORLD LANGUAGES Spanish I—11412X0S1

Beginning Art I—54152X0A1

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

This course focuses primarily on Spanish conversation, listening skills and speaking skills. Introductory reading and writing skills are also taught. Vocabulary and grammar usage are presented in the context of conversations and narrative. Introduction to contemporary economic, political, social, educational, and family life in Spanish-speaking cultures is a significant aspect.

This course presents a precise approach to broad areas of art. Creativity and aesthetic and technical development are encouraged in the production of works of art. Content will include experiences in drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, pottery and art appreciation. Students will maintain an art portfolio as part of their final evaluation.

Intermediate Art II—54162X0A2

Spanish II—11422X0S2

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: successful completion of Beginning Art I Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: CC, CEC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Spanish I Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

LANG

This course is a comprehensive review of Spanish I. A greater variety of vocabulary is presented as well as more complex verb and sentence structure. Students will converse, read, and write at a higher level. Culture is presented throughout the semester.

Intermediate Art II builds on the student’s technical skills and foundation of knowledge developed in Beginning Art I. Covering more complex techniques than were presented in Beginning Art I, the course covers elements of art and principles of design, color theory, vocabulary and art history.

Spanish III—11435X0S3

Proficient Art III—54175X0FH3

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in Spanish II Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: successful completion of Art II and teacher recommendation Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

The emphasis of this course is on advanced performance in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Considerable emphasis is placed on speaking. Culture is presented throughout the semester. This course is designed around the interests of the students.

Proficient Art III is an advanced, honors course which involves more in-depth knowledge of processes, media, and history. Students learn to understand and apply media, techniques and processes in at least one medium. Analyzing common characteristics of visual arts across time and cultures and making connections between visual arts and other disciplines are a part of the course. Students also critique artwork using analysis, evaluation and interpretation. Students will be required to maintain a portfolio of their work.

Spanish IV—11445X0S4 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: A/B in Spanish III Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes The emphasis on this course is on advanced performance in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will read selections from Spanish literature. Spanish culture is presented throughout the semester. This course will be designed around the interests of the students.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 30

CCS Course Offerings: ARTS EDUCATION Wind Ensemble—52575X0G(Proficient); 52585X0G (Advanced)

Advanced Art IV—54185X0SH4 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: successful completion of Art III Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

Levels Offered: Proficient, Advanced Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC Prerequisite: successful completion of previous band course and High School Skills Placement Audition Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

Advanced Art IV is an advanced, honors course which continues with the concepts studied in Proficient Art III. The student must also be able to work independently in areas of research, expression and the processes of creating art. Students will be required to maintain a portfolio of their work.

This course consists of instruction in instrumental music. Performance in marching, jazz, concert, and chamber music is the focus of Wind Ensemble. This course is taken for two semesters (fall and spring). Marching is required, and all calendar events are mandatory, including after school rehearsals. One credit is earned each semester.

Concert Band—52552X0SR(Beginning); 52562X0CB(Intermediate); 52575X0CBP(Proficient); 52585X0CBA(Advanced)

Honors Music Theory—52185X0HMT

Levels Offered: Beginning, Intermediate, Proficient, Advanced Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: successful completion of previous band course and High School Skills Placement Audition Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes—Prof./Adv.

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Band or chorus and teacher recommendation Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

AP Music Theory—5A017X0AP

Symphonic Band—52552X0SBF/SBS (Beginning); 52562X0SBF/SBS (Intermediate); 52575X0SBF/SBS (Proficient); 52585X0SBF/SBS (Advanced)

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Honors Music Theory and teacher approval Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: AP Exam Weight: Yes

Levels Offered: Beginning, Intermediate, Proficient, Advanced Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: successful completion of previous band course and High School Skills Placement Audition Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes—Prof./Adv.

AP Music Theory corresponds to two semesters of a typical introductory college music theory course covering topics such as musicianship, theory, musical materials, and procedures. Students develop the ability to recognize, understand, and describe basic materials and processes of music that are heard or presented in a score. Development of aural skills is a primary objective. Students understand basic concepts and terminology by listening to and performing a wide variety of music. Please visit the College Board course website from more information about this course - https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/apmusic-theory. Summer reading may be required.

This course consists of instruction in instrumental music. Performance in marching, jazz, and concert music is the focus of symphonic band. This course is generally taken for two semesters. Marching is required, and all calendar events are mandatory, including after school rehearsals. One credit is earned each semester.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 31

ARTS

This course is for anyone interested in learning about the fundamentals of music and/or learning to play an instrument. This course is also recommended for students who want to major in music at the college level. This course will help to prepare students for AP Music Theory.

Concert Band consists of instruction in instrumental music. Performance in marching, jazz, concert, and chamber music is the focus of Concert Band. The course is generally taken for two semesters (fall and spring). Marching is required, and all calendar events are mandatory, including after school rehearsals. One credit is earned each semester .

CCS Course Offerings: ARTS EDUCATION Chorus I—52302X0FR(Beg.); 52312X0FA(Intermediate)

Honors Ensemble Proficient—52185X0HEP

Levels Offered: Beginning, Intermediate Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Successful completion of audition and/or teacher recommendation Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

Chorus I is for all beginning choral students. The course will concentrate on correct vocal technique, basic music reading, and aural training. Students will develop an understanding of vocal literature in relationship to history, culture, and other content areas. Students are required to participate in all performances. Students may receive honors credit in this course by completing an audition, meeting the requirements of the NC Essential Standards, and completing various requirements throughout the semester at the discretion of the director.

Honors Ensemble Proficient will provide students with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate vocal practices and refine the use of the voice as an instrument. Students perform as soloists and in an ensemble, concerts, and contests. Music is performed from levels IV, V, and VI. Students will exhibit proficiency in music performance, conducting, listening, appreciation, history, and analysis. Students will be required to maintain a portfolio of their work.

Chorus II—52302X0SR(Beg.); 52312X0SA(Intermediate) Levels Offered: Beginning, Intermediate Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Honors Ensemble Advanced—52195X0HEA Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Successful completion of audition and/or teacher recommendation Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

ARTS

Chorus II is for all beginning choral students. The course will concentrate on correct vocal technique, basic music reading, and aural training. Students will develop an understanding of vocal literature in relationship to history, culture, and other content areas. Students are required to participate in all performances. Students may receive honors credit in this course by completing an audition, meeting the requirements of the NC Essential Standards, and completing various requirements throughout the semester at the discretion of the director.

Honors Ensemble Advanced will provide students with the opportunity to develop and demonstrate advanced vocal practice and refine the use of the voice as an instrument. Students perform as soloists in ensembles, concerts and contests. Music is sight-read from levels V and VI. Students demonstrate the ability to analyze musical form, texture, chord structure and progression, and score analysis. Critique of self and others in musical performance is required. Students will be required to maintain a portfolio of their work.

Concert Choir—52302X0CCB(Beg.); 52312X0CCI(Intermed.); 52325X0CCP(Prof) Levels Offered: Beginning, Intermediate, Proficient Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Successful completion of previous chorus course and audition Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes—Prof.

Beginning Theatre Arts—53152X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Concert Choir will center on building and reinforcing vocal technique and music literacy. Students will sing moderately difficult vocal literature that require well-developed technical skills, attention to phrasing and interpretation, and ability to perform various meters and rhythms in a variety of keys. Literature will be selected from a wide range of styles. Students will exhibit an understanding of the basic proficiencies in music performance, listening, appreciation, history, and analyzing, and will refine sight-reading and ear-training skills. Students are required to participate in all performances. Students may receive honors credit in this course by completing an audition, meeting the requirements of the NC Essential Standards, and completing various requirements throughout the semester at the discretion of the director.

Beginning Theatre Arts focuses on vocal and physical communication, theatre through history, styles of theatre, experience in acting, and reading and writing related to theatre study. Students should be prepared to make a commitment of time beyond basic in-class instruction. An out-of-class project may be required.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 32

CCS Course Offerings: ARTS EDUCATION Intermediate Theatre Arts—53162X0A2

Play Production—53612X0

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Successful completion of Beginning Theatre Arts and teacher recommendation Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Teacher approval and parent/guardian consent Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Play Production takes students through the steps and procedures of producing a play including acting, lighting, props, set, costumes, sound, and publicity. This course is only offered after school from 3-5:00pm, Monday-Thursday. Students must provide their own transportation and parent/ guardian approval is required.

Intermediate Theatre Arts is for students who wish to continue their exploration of theatre arts. It is a more detailed study of theatre vocabulary, reading and writing of theatre literature, acting, and technical theatre. The acting experience in Intermediate Theatre Arts furthers the exploration of the concepts of self, body, and voice work, improvisation, acting techniques, and reading and writing. In addition, students analyze and critique work developed by themselves or other students as well as that generated throughout history and in various cultures.

Beginning Musical Theatre—53612X0BMT Intermediate Musical Theatre—53612X02MT Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, WC Prerequisite: Successful completion of Beginning Chorus or Beginning Theatre Arts and/or an audition Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Proficient Theatre Arts—53175X0F3 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intermediate Theatre Arts and teacher recommendation Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes Proficient Theatre Arts is an advanced continuation of Beginning and Intermediate Theatre Arts. This course involves additional in-depth application of theatre arts knowledge, skills and processes. Class work consists of advanced, more individualized work in a seminar style with in-depth research, analysis, application and production. Students will exhibit professional standards in script writing, acting, producing and directing as they relate to theatre performance. Students will be required to maintain a portfolio of their work.

Theatre Arts Electives Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Advanced Theatre Arts—53185X0F4 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Successful completion of Proficient Theatre Arts and teacher recommendation Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes

Students interested in continuing their Theatre Arts education may select a theatre arts elective course. Elective theatre arts courses are as follows:  Playwriting  Acting  Directing  Theatre Criticism  Theatre Design  Technical Theatre  Theatre History, Literature, Criticism, and Theory

Advanced Theatre Arts is an advanced continuation of Proficient Theatre Arts and will require students to become the initiator of learning and accomplishment. Students will have the opportunity for advanced work in a seminar style with in-depth research, analysis, application and production. Students will be expected to demonstrate leadership and expertise in doing theatre. Students will be required to maintain a portfolio of their work.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 33

ARTS

Musical Theatre is designed to train actors in a wide range of skills, techniques, and experiences that provide a broad overview of theatrical performance, practice, history, and literature. Students will create a foundation of healthy vocal habits, study vocal literature, explore dance and choreographed movement onstage, and study music theory and acting principles. Course work will result in a collaborative student-directed musical revue for the community.

CCS Course Offerings: MEDIA and SERVICE/SUPPORT SERVICE and SUPPORT

MEDIA Broadcasting/Video Production—10312X0VP

Community Action Projects—99359X0CA

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Application and approval of media coordinator Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Permission from school administrator Credit: 0 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

In Broadcasting/Video Production, students learn basic elements of video production as well as hands-on production work on short cable programs and daily announcements. Students are broken into production teams to conceive, outline, script, shoot, and edit video programs. Students also study broadcasting history and how television works.

Students will learn and demonstrate responsibility through community service within and outside the school. Students will assist in various settings such as the administrative office, guidance areas, other public schools, governmental agencies, and other career-related sites. Students will be expected to provide their own transportation to service areas away from the school site. A daily log of all activities must be kept. Essays related to the project will be required at specified times throughout the semester. Students must have prior approval before registration. See counselor for additional information.

Media Center Research & Technology—96102X0MRA Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Application and approval of media coordinator Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Communities in Schools

SER/SU

Library science students are taught basic skills in library research, organization, and management. Specific skills include arrangement of materials, circulation of library resources, use of the on-line card catalogue, research utilizing online resources, and the use of special reference materials such as computer networks, CD-ROMs and telecommunications. Completion of projects or other assigned activities such as video production techniques may be required in the course. At SCHS, the course may be taken two semesters for one unit of credit each semester, but it may not be repeated in the same school year. At HHS, the course may not be repeated and is only open to juniors and seniors. At WCHS, the course may be repeated in the same school year.

CIS/CASEE I—9610X0C1F Year Recommended: 9 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Approval by CIS Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local This course strengthens students’ study skills, values, problem solving skills, employability skills, and career exploration. It offers individualized adult support through tutors/mentors from the community.

CIS/CASEE II—96102X0C2S Year Recommended: 9 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Approval by CIS; CASEE I Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local This course is a continuation of the sequence of studies begun in CASEE I. Individualized support from the community and tutors/mentors from business and industry will be continued.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 34

CCS Course Offerings: MEDIA and SERVICE/SUPPORT North Carolina Virtual Public School

Teacher Cadet

Students in Caldwell County Schools may enroll in the North Carolina Virtual Public School to take an online high school course. The North Carolina Virtual Public School (NCVPS) is the nation’s second largest state-led virtual school. Statewide, there were more than 55,000 enrollments in 2014-2015. All courses are taught by certified North Carolina teachers. Courses offered include Advanced Placement (AP), electives, standard, honors, core, science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), world languages, Occupational Course of Study (OCS), and credit recovery. NCVPS offers over 150 courses and all courses are aligned to the North Carolina Standard Course of Study.

Honors Teacher Cadet 1—96045X0CT Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: WC Prerequisite: B average and teacher approval Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes “Growing our own teachers” is becoming important as schools look at the need for teachers in the next ten years in North Carolina. This elective course is designed to encourage students to consider a career in teaching. This substantive course curriculum familiarizes students with information on the teaching profession, issues of cultural diversity, teaching methodologies, and guided teaching experiences.

Online learning means that students participate in the course through a learner management system such as Moodle or Blackboard. All course information, material, and assignments are provided to the student by the instructor through the internet. Students complete the lessons, participate in online discussions, and submit assignments through the learner management system and e -mail.

Honors Teacher Cadet 2—96065X0HTC Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: WC Prerequisite: Honors Teacher Cadet 1 Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Weight: Yes “Growing our own teachers” is becoming important as schools look at the need for teachers in the next ten years in North Carolina. This elective course continues to familiarize students with information on the teaching profession, issues of cultural diversity, teaching methodologies, and guided teaching experiences.

Students interested in enrolling in NCVPS courses must complete an application and then conference with a school counselor. If approved for an online course, students are assigned to a computer lab for one period a day to complete the NCVPS course. Please visit the NCVPS website for additional information—www.ncvps.org.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 35

SER/SU

Popular NCVPS courses include:  African-American Studies  Earth Science  German 1 and 2  Japanese 1 and 2  Latin 1 and 2  OCS English, math, and science courses  Success 101  World History

CCS Course Offerings: HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION All Physical Education courses, with the exception of 9th Grade Health and Physical Education, are elective courses. Only those students who are interested in such courses and the activity required should register. All classes require dressing out in gym clothes and daily participation. Physical fitness will be a part of all courses. Students may register for no more than one Physical Education course per semester.

Strength and Flexibility Training—60602X0SE

Health and Physical Education—60492X0HPE

Athletic Weight Training—60602X0AE

Year Recommended: 9 Credit: 1 Required: Yes

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Dept. chair permission Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local The Strength and Flexibility Training series is designed for the student who is interested in increasing his/her body performance through an individual effort and constantly working with weights.

Schools: G, H, SC, WC Course Length: 1 Semester Test: Local

This required course combines the teaching of health with physical education. The health program emphasizes knowledge, skills, and attitudes, which enable the student to maintain mental, emotional, and physical health for life. Units on CPR and the Healthy Youth Act are included. The physical education program focuses on participation in physical fitness activities that will serve the purpose of both fitness and recreational enjoyment throughout life.

The Athletic weight training series is designed for students participating in interscholastic athletics. Weight Programs will be designed to enhance athletic performance. A student registered for this class must be a participant on a school sport’s team.

Fall Sports—60602X0FS Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Dept. chair permission Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Aerobics/Personal Fitness—60602X0PE Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

PE

These courses include specialized personal conditioning and skill development as well as cardiovascular and muscular endurance activities. Nutrition, weight control, and cardiovascular fitness are emphasized. These courses incorporate the use of introductory strength training.

These courses will present advanced instruction in the rules, methods, and techniques of baseball, basketball, and/or wrestling. Specific sports may vary by school. These courses will include individual and specialized personal conditioning and development. Classroom assignments may accompany the physical instruction presented in this class.

Lifetime Activities/Individual Sports—60602X0LE

Spring Sports—60602X0SS

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Dept. chair permission Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

These courses emphasize skills and techniques that will enable students to participate in team and/or individual sports and to develop skills and knowledge needed to remain active throughout their lifetime. Activities may include golf, tennis, ping-pong, horseshoes, badminton, archery, recreational swimming, line dancing, and fitness walking. They will also include a brief history, rules, and etiquette of each activity.

These courses will present advanced instruction in the rules, methods, and techniques of baseball, football, soccer, and/ or softball. Specific sports may vary by school. These courses will include individual and specialized personal conditioning and development. Classroom assignments may accompany the physical instruction presented in this class.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 36

CCS Course Offerings: JROTC—NAVAL SCIENCE Naval Science III—95032X0NS2

NJROTC offers an exciting and challenging academic program designed to encourage critical and creative thought and to provide an opportunity to practice leadership in the school and community settings. These courses will provide valuable preparation for students interested in continuing their education at the university level and can assist in attaining acceptance to the U.S. Military Academies or institutions offering Reserve Officers Training Corps scholarships. It will also assist students interested in entering the military after completing high school. All applicants for the Naval Science courses will be pre-screened and selected for participation by the Naval Science Instructors.

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Naval Science II Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Naval Science III includes instruction in: Sea Power and National Security, Naval Operations, Basic Seamanship, Military Law, International Law and the Sea, Damage Control, Navigation, Weapons and Aircraft. The course also includes practical application of advanced leadership, military drill, and ceremonies. The cadets are eligible to participate in various field trips to military installations, naval ships and points of interest.

Naval Science I—95012X0NS1 Naval Science IV—95042X0NS4

Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Year Recommended: 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Naval Science III Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

The Naval Science I course includes instruction in the history and benefits of the NJROTC program, career planning, and Navy Core Values. It also provides instruction on Leadership, Citizenship, the Foundations of our Government, and Navy Ships and Aircraft. Additionally, the course includes instruction on Uniform Regulations, Navy/NJROTC Ranks and Rates, Military Customs, Courtesies, Etiquette and Ceremonies, Health Education, Physical Fitness, First Aid, Orienteering and Survival. Participating cadets are eligible to participate in field trips to military installations, naval ships, and points of historical interest.

Naval Science IV includes instruction in: Fundamentals of Leadership, Responsibilities and Qualities of Leadership, and Effective Communications. The course also includes an introduction to financial planning, advanced leadership, military drill, and ceremonies.

Naval Science Command and Staff—95042X0NCC Year Recommended: 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Naval Science III and discretion of instructor Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Naval Science II—95022X0NS2

Naval Science II includes instruction in: Maritime History from Early Western Civilization through the 1990’s and Leadership, and Nautical Sciences including Geography, Oceanography, Meteorology, Astronomy, and Physical Science. This course also includes practical application of leadership, military drill, commands and ceremonies. In addition, cadets are eligible to participate in various field trips to military installations, naval ships and points of historical interest.

Naval Leadership Laboratory—95012X0NL Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Naval Science I, pass physical fitness test, and discretion of instructor Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local Naval Leadership Laboratory offers an opportunity to apply the principles of leadership and discipline in drill team and field day (athletic) competitions. The course stresses individual responsibility and provides an opportunity to develop leadership, teamwork and high standards of personal conduct, physical fitness and appearance. All cadets taking this course are members of the Varsity Drill Team or Color Guard Units and will participate in competitive events throughout the nation.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 37

JROTC

Naval Science Command & Staff is a top-level course with particular application of leadership skills. Participants will lead and direct all NJROTC teams and activities, tutor academic classes, and direct drill for the Naval Science I and II classes. Senior Cadets taking the course will be placed into Naval Science I and II classes to assist the Naval Science Instructors.

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Naval Science I Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Refer to Career Clusters charts for sequence of courses needed to qualify as a CTE Concentrator. To qualify as a CTE concentrator for graduation and the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS):

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Choose at least three technical credits from the Foundational courses within one Career Cluster. The fourth technical credit can be either a Foundational or an Enhancement course from the same Career Cluster. At least one of the Foundational technical credits must be at the completer level (*).

AGRICULTURE

- CLUSTER: Agriculture, Food &

Natural Resources

Agriscience Applications—AU102X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10 Schools: SC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test Students learn that agriculture is about much more than farming. This intro course to agriculture gives students a chance to learn in and out of the classroom by doing hands-on activities in the greenhouse, shop, and outdoors. Topics in this class include basic agriculture, FFA and leadership, shop projects, livestock animals, fish and wildlife management, forestry, and proper plant growing techniques.

Horticulture I—AP412X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Agriscience Applications (SC only) Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

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Students learn the basics of growing and managing fruits, vegetables, and landscape plants. Students will be using hands-on activities in the greenhouse and the outdoors as their lab. Topics in this class include FFA and leadership, plant growth needs, plant identification, soils and fertilizers, pest management, and lawn and garden studies. Proof of insurance is required. If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course and a score of 93 on the CTE Post assessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as Articulated Credit for HOR 150 Introduction to Horticulture.

Horticulture II*-AP422X0/ Honors Hort II-AP425X0 *Cluster Completer course Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Horticulture I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test Students in this course are already experienced in the operation of the greenhouse and horticultural activities. Topics in this class include FFA and leadership, plant identification, greenhouse production, landscape design and maintenance, floriculture, nursery production, turf grass management, and pest management. Students may choose HONORS. See Ag teacher for honors course requirements. Proof of insurance is required.

Horticulture II—Landscape Construction—AP442X0— *Cluster Completer Course Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: WC Prerequisite: Horticulture I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE Post Assessment This course is based on the North Carolina Landscape Contractor’s Association skill standards for a Certified Landscape Technician. Students are instructed in interpreting landscape designs, identifying landscape plants, and planting/maintaining trees, shrubs and turf. Landscape construction is emphasized in the areas of grading and drainage, irrigations, paver installation and the use/maintenance of landscape equipment. If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course and a score of 93 or above on the CTE post-assessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course (along with successful completion of Horticulture I) will count as LSG 111 Landscape Gardening at the community college. Proof of insurance is required.

CTE Advanced Studies—CS952X0 Year Recommended: 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Two credits in the same cluster, one of which must be a completer course. Must have Teacher Permission

Credit: 1 elective unit Required: No

Course Length: 1 Semester Test: Local

This is a course for seniors that are focused in a career cluster. The four components of the program include a research paper, a product, portfolio and a presentation. Students demonstrate their ability to use content and apply knowledge to real-world situations in a career major. In addition, they will also demonstrate their ability to write, speak, apply knowledge, problem-solve, and use life skills such as time management, planning follow-through, and organization. Students work under the guidance of a teacher in collaboration with community members, business representatives and other school based personnel. This course can only be taken with teacher permission.

HOR114 Landscape Construction—AW042 & HOR160 Plant materials—AW082 *Cluster completer course CCCTI Landscape Gardening Certificate Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: WC—Fall Prerequisite: Horticulture I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: College Exam See description under Career & College Promise

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 38

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) HOR134 Greenhouse Operations-AW062 *Cluster completer course & HOR164 Horticulture Pest Management-AW092 Landscape Gardening Certif. Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: WC—spring Prerequisite: Horticulture I Credit: one elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: College Exam See description under Career & College Promise

BUSINESS, FINANCE & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - CLUSTERS: Arts, AV Technologies & Communication; Business Management & Administration; Finance; Information Technology

Accounting I-BA102X0/Honors Accounting I-BA105X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Keyboarding Skills Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course introduces the student to basic accounting which could lead to careers as a CPA or a bookkeeper. If you plan to take accounting in college, then you won’t want to miss taking this class! All major accounting areas are studied--business transactions, financial statements, banking and payroll, and basic types of business ownership. If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course and a score of 93 on the CTE Post assessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as Articulated Credit for ACC 115 College Accounting OR ACC 118 Accounting Fundamentals I.

Honors Accounting II—BA205X0 *Cluster Completer course

This course is a must if you want to major in Accounting, Business or Finance in college to enter the workplace! The use of the computer is integrated with accounting principles and procedures. Major content areas include review of basic accounting procedures; partnership accounting; budgetary control systems; accounting for taxes, notes, and drafts; corporation accounting; and cost accounting. If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course and a score of 93 on the CTE Post assessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as Articulated Credit for ACC 115 College Accounting OR ACC 118 Accounting Fundamentals OR ACC 119 Accounting Fundamentals II.

Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11 Schools: H Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course provides students an overall understanding of the printing industry, its major operations, and the fundamental measurement, math, and interpersonal skills needed for a career in the printing industry. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide many opportunities.

Honors Adobe Visual Design—II315X0 *Cluster Completer Course Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H Prerequisite: Intro to Graphic Communications Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test Visual Design is a project-based curriculum that develops skills in design and print production using Adobe tools. Students use the latest Adobe Creative Suite Software learning Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Visual Design develops key digital communication skills such as design, project management, and graphic and print technology. SkillsUSA provides many opportunities.

Print Advertising & Design—IA132X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H Prerequisite: Adobe Visual Design Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course covers digital aspects of designing and programming needed in the digital printing. Hands-on activities for this course include the use of computer equipment and digital input devices. No presses are required. The course involves the application of creative thinking and development of design problems.

Business Law—BB302X0/Honors Business Law—BB305X0 *Cluster Completer Course in Bus.Mgmt. Cluster only Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Principles of Business & Finance Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test Do you know your rights? Do you know how law for the minor differs from law for the adult? Anyone who wants to know the basic laws or who is planning a career in a business or legal profession, this is the class for YOU! Students incorporate a broad base of knowledge that includes the legal, managerial, marketing, financial, ethical, and international dimensions of business to make appropriate business decisions.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 39

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Year Recommended: 11, 12 Prerequisite: Accounting I Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

Intro to Graphic Communications—IA112X0

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Business Management—BB402X0 *Cluster Completer Course

PLTW Computer Applications

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Principles of Business & Finance Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

Year Recommended: 10, 11 Schools: CC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: PLTW Exam

The course will introduce the fundamental management functions including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling from a historical and contemporary perspective. The course is designed with a skill based approach and focuses on hands-on activities such as school store operations, Virtual Business Challenge, creating business plans, and various industry field trips. All Business Management students have the option to join FBLA.

AP Computer Science—25217X0 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: A/B in Math II, A/B in previous English class Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: AP Exam This course is an introductory college-level course in computer programming. Students will apply basic algebra knowledge and problem-solving skills as they learn the JAVA programming language. The emphasis of the course is procedural and data abstraction, object-oriented program and design methodology algorithms and data structures. Students will need to develop written communication skills to properly document and explain computer programs. Please visit the College Board course website for more information about this course-https:// apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/ap-computer-science-a. Summer reading may be required.

PLTW Computer Science & Software Engineering—TP265X0

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Year Recommended: 9,10 Schools: CC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: PLTW Exam This course uses Python as the primary programming tool and incorporates multiple platforms and languages for computation. Projects include app development using Google’s Android operating system on Android tablets, visualization of data, cybersecurity, robotics and simulation. Each unit focuses on one or more computationally intensive career paths. Students practice problem solving with structured activities and progress to openended projects and problems that require them to develop planning, documentation, communication, and other professional skills.

CSA focuses on integrating technologies across multiple platforms and networks, including the Internet. Students collaborate to produce programs that integrate mobile devices and leverage those devices for distributed collection and data processing. Students analyze, adapt, and improve each other's programs while working primarily in Java™ and other industry-standard tools.

Digital Media—IA312X0 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: CC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course provides students with industry knowledge and skills in the overall digital media design field. Areas covered in this course and Advanced include graphics, animation, video, and web design. Industry certifications are used to align curriculum with industry needs. An emphasis is placed on the concepts of graphic design, various digital media technologies, non-linear editing, product development and design, and career development.

Honors Digital Media Advanced—IA325X0 *Cluster Completer Course Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: CC Prerequisite: Digital Media Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course provides students with industry knowledge and skills in the overall digital media design field. Areas covered in both Digital Media courses include graphics, animation, video, and web design. Industry certifications are used to align curriculum with industry needs.

Honors e-Commerce—BD125X0 *Cluster Completer Course Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: Multimedia & Web Design Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This on-line course is designed to help students master skills in the design and construction of complex web sites for conducting business electronically. Emphasis is on advanced web page construction and entrepreneurial applications of conducting business electronically as well as economic, social, legal, and ethical issues related to electronic business.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 40

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Bus. Mgmt. only

Multimedia & Webpage Design—BD102X0/Honors Multimedia & Webpage Design—BD105X0 *Cluster Completer Course in Info.Tech. only

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: CC, H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Personal Finance, Marketing, or Principles of Bus. Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Microsoft Word & Powerpoint and Keyboarding skills Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

Are you interested in starting your own business some day? This course introduces students to the rewards and risks of owning or operating a small business. Skills needed to plan, organize, manage, and finance a small business are studied. Communication, writing, math, research, and problem-solving are reinforced as each student prepares a business plan. Simulations, projects, teamwork, and FBLA leadership activities provide opportunities for growth and application in learning about small business enterprise. If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course and a score of 93 on the CTE Post assessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as Articulated Credit for ETR 210 Intro to Entrepreneurship at the Community College.

This course focuses on desktop publishing, graphic image design, computer animation, multimedia production, and webpage design. This course is another GREAT class for college-bound students and students planning to enter the workforce. A fun class for computer enrichment! If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course and a score of 93 on the CTE Post assessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as Articulated Credit for WEB 110 Internet/WEB Fundamentals OR WEB 120 Intro Internet Multimedia at the community college.

Entrepreneurship—ME112X0 *Cluster Completer Course in

Microsoft Word & Powerpoint—BM102X0 Honors Microsoft Word & Powerpoint—BM105X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Keyboarding Skills Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

Micosoft Excel & Access-BM202X0 Honors Microsoft Excel & Access-BM205X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Keyboarding Skills Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course is designed to prepare students to live independently, earn a living, become responsible consumers and protect and manage their resources. Topics include managing bank accounts, insurance, credit, how to avoid identify theft and understanding persuasive methods used in advertising and sales. A background in math is recommended as students will be calculating markups, discounts, sales tax, tips, cost of living and comparing job offers. If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course and a score of 93 on the CTE Post assessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as Articulated Credit for BUS 125 PersonalFinance at the community college.

Principles of Business & Finance—BF102X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course is an introduction to the study of business and finance. Students will master skills in the areas of leadership, money management and banking, credit, savings and investments, insurances, and careers in business and marketing. This class is extremely relevant to the current issues our government is facing today: capitalism vs. socialism, health care, recession, GDP, and bailouts. Articles from current newspapers and websites will be discussed and a field trip to the bank will give insight to how the Federal Reserve works.

After completion of each of these two components of Microsoft Office (Excel and Access—spreadsheet and database programs), students will have the opportunity to take Microsoft assessments in these two areas to achieve Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications. These certifications are recognized as “Industry Standards’ and look GREAT on a résumé! This is an incredible opportunity for high school students.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 41

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Are you interested in preparing for life after school? How about obtaining recognized industry certification? If you answered “yes” to either one of these questions, this class is for you. After completion of each of the components of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint), students will have the opportunity to take Microsoft assessments in these two areas to achieve Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications. These certifications are recognized as “Industry Standards’ and look GREAT on a résumé! This is an incredible opportunity for high school students. If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course and a score of 93 on the CTE Post assessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as Articulated Credit for CIS 111 Basic PC Literacy OR CIS 124 DTP Graphics Software OR OST 136 Word Processing at the Community College.

Personal Finance—BF052X0/Honors Personal Finance-BF055X0

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Project Management—CS112X0 Honors Project Management—CS115X0 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: One previous CTE course Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test Project management is the discipline of planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of a project, namely, achieving its goals and objectives. Increasingly businesses organize their work around projects. This course will introduce students to the principles, concepts, and software applications used in the management of projects. Through projectbased learning, students will understand how to use the framework of initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing a project in authentic situations.

CTE Advanced Studies—CS952X0 Refer to Agriculture Section for course requirements.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT Career Management—CC452X0 Year Recommended: 9,10 Schools: SC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course prepares students to locate, secure, keep, and change careers. Emphasis is placed on self-assessment of characteristics, interests, and values; education and career exploration; evaluation of career information and creation of a career plan. Students will prepare a resume, learn job interview techniques and learn how to interact and build healthy relationships at work.

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MARKETING & ENTREPRENEURSHIP CLUSTERS: MARKETING; HOSPITALITY & TOURISM

Hospitality & Tourism—MH422X0 *Cluster Completer Course Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Prin. Of Bus., Marketing or Sports & Enter. Mkt. Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course is designed to provide a foundation for students interested in a career in travel, tourism, and recreation marketing. Emphasis is placed on the hospitality/tourism industry, customer relations, travel destinations, tourism promotion, economics, and career development. Marketing simulations, projects, teamwork, and DECA leadership activities provide opportunities for application of instructional competencies.

Marketing—MM512X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test Ever wonder how Nike, Apple, or McDonald’s became so famous? The exciting world of Marketing will provide students with a clear understanding of how one idea can grow into a multi-billion dollar product line! Marketing provides students with an understanding of how products are brought from idea to store shelf. Students will have a chance to create new products and market them efficiently. This course includes activities such as newspaper ad layouts, creating TV commercials, creating a new brand of cereal, and several industry based field trips. Students who are enrolled in this course can be members of DECA. These organizations offer numerous scholarship and leadership development opportunities. (As a Marketing student at SC, each individual will play a role in the operation and marketing of the Spartan Spirit Shop…solely operated by Marketing students! ) If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course and a score of 93 on the CTE Post assessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as Articulated Credit for ETR 230 Entrepreneur Marketing OR MKT 110 Principles of Fashion OR MKT 120 Principles of Marketing at the community college.

Fashion Merchandising—MI212X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course is designed for students interested in the fashion industry and the merchandising of fashion, career development, merchandising, risk management, promotion, and fashion show production. Skills in research, mathematics, textile chemistry, and technical writing are reinforced in this course.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 42

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Marketing Cooperative Education—MM516X0 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in Marketing course and approval of instructor. Students must provide their own transportation to their workplace

Credit: 1 elective unit Required: No

Course Length: 1 Semester Test: None

Students are required to work a minimum of 240 hours to receive one credit. The training site/job must be related to the marketing field and approved by the instructor. Enrollment by instructor approval only.

Entrepreneurship—ME112XO

CTE Advanced Studies—CS952X0 Refer to Agriculture Section for course requirements.

FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE - CLUSTERS: AGRICULTURE; ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION; ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY; HOSPITALITY ; HUMAN SERVICES Apparel & Textile Production I—FA312X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

Refer to Business Section for Course Description.

In this course students are introduced to clothing production in the areas of preparation for clothing construction, basic clothing construction techniques, consumer decisions, textiles, historical perspectives and design, and career opportunities. Emphasis is placed on students applying these construction and design skills to apparel and home fashion. Proof of insurance is required.

Project Management-CS112X0 Honors Project Management-CS115X0

Apparel & Textile Production II-FA322X0/Honors Apparel & Textile Production II-FA325X0 *Cluster Completer Course

Refer to Business Section for Course Description.

Personal Finance-BF052XO Honors Personal Finance–BF055XO

Refer to Business Section for Course Description.

Principles of Business and Finance—BF102X0 Refer to Business Section for Course Description.

Sports & Entertainment Marketing I—MH312X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Marketing highly recommended Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

In this course students are introduced to advanced clothing and housing apparel development skills. The use of fibers and fabrics is combined with design and construction techniques to develop and produce clothing or housing apparel products. A real or simulated apparel business enterprise and FCCLA activities allow students to apply instructional strategies and workplace readiness skills to an authentic experience and to develop a portfolio. Proof of insurance is required.

Sports & Entertainment Marketing II—MH322X0 *Cluster Completer Course

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Sports & Enter. Mktg. I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course is designed for students interested in an advanced study of sports, entertainment, and event marketing. Emphasis is placed on the following principles as they apply to the industry: business management, career development options, client relations, ethics, events management, facilities management, legal issues and contracts, promotion, and sponsorships. Work-based learning strategies are appropriate for this course.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 43

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Love sports and movies? Have you ever dreamed of pursuing a career in the sports or entertainment industry? The field of sports and entertainment marketing is rapidly growing. This course is for students who are interested in pursuing a career in the sports or entertainment industry including managing sports programs at all levels, facility management, event planning, event sponsorship, and public relations. Students who are enrolled in this course can be members of DECA. (As a Marketing student at SC, each individual will play a role in the operation and marketing of the Spartan Spirit Shop…solely operated by Marketing students!)

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Apparel I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Early Childhood Education I-FE112X0 Honors Early Childhood Education I-FE115X Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: Parenting & Child Dev. Recommended; Students must be 16 by October 1. Students provide their own transportation for lab work. SCHS has a lab on site.

Credit: 2 elective units Required: No

Course Length: 1 Semester Test: CTE State Test

This 2-unit, one-semester course prepares students for careers working with children--birth through age 12. Emphasis is placed on enhancing the development of young children while providing care and teaching. Topics include stages of development, health, safety, guidance, careers, and developmentally appropriate activities. Skills in communication and interpersonal relationships are reinforced. An internship makes up 50 percent of instructional time. This course is an excellent opportunity for students who wish to gain experience working in the fields of teacher education, medicine, psychology, or social work. To be eligible for North Carolina Credential, students participating in work-based learning experiences in childcare centers must be at least 16 years of age prior to October 1st of the current enrollment year. Students provide their own transportation to lab sites. This course requires a current TB test and a criminal background check. Some cost may be incurred by the student. At HHS, students will participate in off-campus child care settings for lab experiences. Proof of insurance is required. If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course AND Early Childhood Education II and a score of 93 on the CTE Post assessment in both courses, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as Articulated Credit for EDU 119 Intro to Early Childhood Education at the community college.

Early Childhood Education II—FE122X0/Honors Early Childhood Education II—FE125X0 *Cluster Completer Course

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Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education I Credit: 2 elective units Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course prepares students to work with children birth to twelve years of age in childcare, preschool, and/or after school programs. Students are encouraged to continue their education at the community college or university. Students receive instruction in childcare pertaining to teaching methods, career development, program planning and management, health and safety issues, entrepreneurship skills, and technology. This course is an excellent opportunity for students who wish to gain experience working in the fields of teacher education, medicine, psychology, or social work. Over 50% of this course is comprised of work-based learning. Students who successfully complete this course and are eighteen years of age will be eligible to apply for the North Carolina Early Childhood Credential (NCECC) through the Division of Child Development. Students must provide their own transportation. This course requires a current TB test and a criminal background check. Some cost may be incurred by the student. If a student

Entrepreneurship—ME112XO Refer to Business Section for Course Description.

Fashion Merchandising—MI212X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course is designed for students interested in the fashion industry and the merchandising of fashion, career development, merchandising, risk management, promotion, and fashion show production. Skills in research, mathematics, textile chemistry, and technical writing are reinforced in this course.

Foods I—FN412X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test Students in this course will explore food and nutrition in the classroom and in the kitchen labs. Students will prepare food in lab regularly and explore a variety of recipes. Classroom study will include the body's nutritional needs and the basics of kitchen skills, food preparation and safety. The curriculum includes topics such as baking, fruits, vegetables, dairy products, meats/poultry/seafood and legumes. Proof of insurance is required. If a student makes at least a grade of B in this course and has a score of 93 or above on the CTE post-assessment, and completes Foods II Advanced with the same grades, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as Articulated Credit for CUL 112 Nutrition for Food Service at the community college.

Foods II Enterprise-FN422X0/Honors Foods II-FN425X0 *Cluster Completer Course Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Foods I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course focuses on advanced kitchen skills and is designed to prepare students for entrance to culinary school or work in a professional kitchen. The foods curriculum focuses on knife skills, garnishing, cakes, fillings and frostings, yeast breads and entrepreneurship. Students will complete the ServSafe Food Protection Certification Course. Students may choose to take the ServSafe exam at a cost of $40.00. If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course, obtains a ServSafe certification, and has a score of 93 or above on the CTE post-assessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as CUL 110 AND CUL110A Sanitation & Safety AND Lab. Successful completion of Foods I and II will count as CUL 112 Nutrition for Food Service at the community college. Proof of insurance is required.

makes at least a grade of B in the course and has a score of 93 or above on the CTE post-assessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course (along with successful completion of ECE I) will count as EDU 119 Intro to Early Childhood Education at the community college. Proof of insurance is required.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 44

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) ProStart I—FH712X0/Honors ProStart I—FH715X0 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: Foods I, Foods II strongly recommended Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test Prostart is the two-year career building program for high school students. Whether students are looking to enter the job market directly after graduating, or if they plan to attend college, a ProStart graduate makes a solid candidate for success. Classroom Experience: Students will learn fundamental culinary and management skills in the classroom. Mentored Work Experience: Students will put that learning to work on the job in qualified foodservice operations with industry professionals; students will receive mentor support, character development and real-world skills that give them a head start toward a career in the industry.

Interior Design II-FI522X0/Honors Interior Design II-FI525X0 *Cluster Completer Course

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: Interior Design I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course prepares students for entry-level and technical work opportunities in the residential and non-residential interior design fields. Students deepen their understanding of design fundamentals and theory by designing interior plans to meet living space needs of specific individuals or families. Topics include application of design theory to interior plans and production, selection of materials, and examination of business procedures. Work-based learning strategies are appropriate for this course.

Honors Interior Applications—FI535X0 ProStart II—FH722X0/Honors ProStart II—FH725X0 *Cluster Completer Course Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC, WC Prerequisite: ProStart I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

Interior Design I-FI512X0/Honors Interior Design I-FI512X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Art I and Drafting I recommended Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course focuses on housing needs and options of individuals and families at various stages of the life cycle. Emphasis is placed on selecting goods and services and creating functional, pleasing living environments using sound financial decisions and principles of design. Topics of study include elements and principles of design, backgrounds and furnishings, architectural styles and features, and functional room design.

This course prepares students for entry-level and technical work opportunities in interior design. Students develop interior applications to meet clients’ needs using components found in residential and nonresidential settings. Students apply design, selection, production, and renovation skills to wall and floor coverings, lighting, windows, case goods, and upholstered furniture. Proof of insurance is required.

Parenting & Child Development—FE602X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course introduces students to responsible nurturing and basic applications of child development theory. Emphasis is on the parents’ responsibilities for and the influences on children while providing care and guidance. Skills in communication, resource management and problem solving are reinforced in this course. This course is an excellent opportunity for students who wish to gain experience working in the fields of teacher education, medicine, psychology, or social work.

Personal Finance-BF052XO/Honors Personal Finance-BF055XO Refer to Business Section for Course Description.

Project Management-CS112X0/ Honors Project Management-CS115X0 Refer to Business Section for Course Description.

Principles of Business and Finance—BF102X0 Refer to Business Section for Course Description.

CTE Advanced Studies—CS952X0 Refer to Agriculture Section for course requirements.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 45

CTE

In this national credentialing, one credit, and second level fundamental food service course, students study advanced skills in the hospitality industry, including tourism and the retail industry, the history of foodservice, and the lodging industry. Advanced food service skills include potatoes and grains, meat, poultry, seafood, stocks, soups and sauces, desserts, and baked goods. Service skills are refined through the art of service and communicating with customers. Students learn purchasing and industry control, standard accounting practices and how to build restaurant sales through marketing and the menu. Students will complete the remainder of an internship that will count toward the National ProStart® Certificate of Achievement. Students must provide their own transportation. Students who receive the national certificate are eligible for National Restaurant Association scholarship opportunities and course credits at more than 75 of the country’s leading hospitality and culinary arts colleges and universities. Proof of insurance is required.

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: Interior Design II Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) HEALTH SCIENCE - CLUSTER:

HEALTH SCIENCE

Health Team Relations—HU102X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course is designed to assist potential health care workers in their role and function as health team members. Topics include terminology, the history of health care, health care agencies, ethics, legal responsibilities, careers, holistic health, human needs, change, cultural awareness, communication, medical math, leadership, and career decision making. Included are basic anatomy, physiology, and minimal amount of pathology. The course should help the student to determine if the study of medicine is of interest and therefore worth the time to be given more intense study in future courses.

Honors Health Science I—HU405X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Biology highly recommended as preparation for this course.

Credit: 1 elective unit Required: No

Course Length: 1 Semester Test: CTE State Test

CTE

This course focuses on human anatomy, physiology and human body diseases and disorders, and biomedical therapies. Students will learn about health care careers within the context of human body systems. Projects, teamwork, and demonstrations serve as instructional strategies that reinforce the curriculum content. HOSA competitive events serve as instructional strategies that reinforce the curriculum. If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course and has a score of 93 or above on the CTE postassessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as MED 121 Medical Terminology I AND MED 122 Medical Terminology II at the community college. Proof of insurance is required.

Honors Health Science II—HU425X0 *Cluster Completer Course Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Health Science I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course is designed to help students expand their understanding of financing and trends of health care agencies, fundamentals of wellness, legal and ethical issues, concepts of teamwork, and effective communication. Students will learn health care skills, including current CPR for the Health Care Provider and first aid training. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include internship, mentorship, service learning, and job shadowing. Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course and has a score of 93 or above on the CTE post-assessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as HSC 110 Orientation to Health Careers AND HSC 120 CPR OR MED 180 CPR Certification at the community college. Proof of insurance is required. Need a TB test, Flu vaccine and may need criminal background check.

Honors Nursing Fundamentals—HN435X0 Year Recommended: 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Health Science II, Teacher Recommendation, Application and Interview Required for Admission; Students must provide their own transportation to clinical internship sites.

Credit: 2 elective units Required: No

Course Length: 1 Semester Test: CTE State Test

This course is designed for students interested in medical careers where personal care and basic nursing skills are used. This course is an enhanced adaptation of the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation (DHSR) Nurse Aide I (NAI) curriculum and helps prepare students for the National Nurse Aide Assessment (NNAAP). For this assessment, students must provide driver’s license or government issued photo ID and non-laminated social security card. Students who pass the NNAAP become listed on the NC NAI Registry. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include a required clinical internship in a long-term care agency. Will need testing for tuberculosis, flu vaccine and/or other diseases and a criminal record check for felonies related to drugs. Proof of insurance is required. *Enrollment is limited per North Carolina Board of Nursing (BON) Administrative Rule 21 NCAC 36.0318(i), which requires the ratio of teacher to nurse aide students be 1:10 or less while in the clinical area. DHSR applies BON Rule to the classroom training area. If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course and has a score of 93 or above on the CTE post-assessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as NAS 101 Nursing Assistant I at the community college.

CTE Advanced Studies—CS952X0 Refer to Agriculture Section for course requirements.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 46

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Honors PLTW Principles of Biomedical Sciences—HP705X0 Year Recommended: 9 Credit: 1 elective unit Required: No

Schools: CC Course Length: 1 Semester Test: PLTW national test

This Project Lead the Way course is designed for students to investigate the human body systems and various health conditions. They determine factors that lead to the death of a fictional person and investigate lifestyle choices.

Honors PLTW Human Body Systems—HP715X0 Year Recommended: 10 Schools: CC Prerequisite: Principles of Biomedical Sciences Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: PLTW national test In this Project Lead the Way course, students examine the human body systems, design experiments and use data acquisition software to monitor body functions and often play the role of the biomedical professional.

Honors PLTW Medical Intervention—HP725X0 Year Recommended: 11 Schools: CC Prerequisite: Human Body Systems Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: PLTW national test This Project Lead the Way course allows students to investigate the interventions involved in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease. It is a “How-To” manual for maintaining overall health.

Honors PLTW Biomedical Innovations—HP735X0

This capstone Project Lead the Way course allows students to apply their knowledge and skills to answer questions or solve problems related to biomedical sciences. Students design innovative solutions to the health care challenges of the 21st century. Students work on independent projects and may work with a mentor in the healthcare industry.

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH (STEM); ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION Drafting I—IC612X0ID Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11 Schools: H, SC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course introduces students to the use of simple and complex graphic tools used to communicate and understand ideas and concepts found in the areas of architecture, manufacturing, engineering, science, and mathematics. Topics include problem-solving strategies, classical representation methods such as sketching, geometric construction techniques, as well as computer assisted design (CAD), orthographic projection, and 3-D modeling. English language arts, mathematics, and science are reinforced. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. If a student makes at least a grade of 80 in the course and has a score of 93 or above on the CTE post-assessment, and enrolls in a North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as DFT 111 AND DFT 111A Technical Drafting I and Lab at the community college.

Honors Drafting II—Architectural-IC625X0HD*Cluster Completer Course Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H Prerequisite: Drafting I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course focuses on the principles, concepts, and use of complex graphic tools used in the field of architecture, structural systems, and construction trades. Emphasis is placed on the use of computer assisted design (CAD) tools in the creation of floor plans, wall sections, and elevation drawings. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. If a student makes at least a grade of 80 in the course and has a score of 93 or above on the CTE post-assessment AND the same level of achievement in Drafting I, and enrolls in a North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as DFT 115 Architectural Drafting OR DFT 119 Basic CAD OR ARC 114 Architectural CAD at the community college.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 47

CTE

Year Recommended: 12 Schools: CC Prerequisite: Medical Intervention Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: PLTW national test

TECHNOLOGY - CLUSTERS:

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Honors Drafting III—Architectural—IC635X0H3D

AP PLTW Digital Electronics—TP217X0 *Cluster Completer Course

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H Prerequisite: Drafting II Architectural Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: CC, WC Prerequisite: Intro to Engineering Design Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: PLTW national exam

This course introduces students to advanced architectural design concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of computer assisted design (CAD) tools in the design and execution of site and foundation plans as well as topographical information and detail drawings of stairs and wall sections. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include apprenticeship, cooperative education, internship, and job shadowing.

In this Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Engineering course, students focus on the process of combinational and sequential logic design, teamwork, communication methods, engineering standards, and technical documentation. Digital electronics is the foundation of all modern electronic devices such as cellular phones, MP3 players, laptop computers, digital cameras, and high-definition televisions. This class is a rigorous, college-preparatory class that should be taken in conjunction with advanced math and science classes. Students should posses a strong motivation to work independently and to apply the math and science skills that they have leaned.

DFT151 CAD I—IX602X0 & DFT152 CAD II—IX612X0 *Cluster Completer Course CAD for Mechanical Engineering Certificate at CCCTI

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: Drafting I recommended Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: College Exam See description under Career & College Promise.

DFT153 CAD III-IX622X0

Mechanical Engineering Certificate

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC Prerequisite: DFT 151 & 152 Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: College Exam See description under Career & College Promise.

AP PLTW Intro to Engineering Design—TP117X0

CTE

Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: CC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: PLTW national exam In this foundation Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Engineering course, students are exposed to the design process, research and analysis, teamwork, communication methods, engineering standards, and technical documentation. Students use 3D solid modeling design software to help them design solutions to proposed problems. They will learn how to document their work and communicate solutions to peers and members of the professional community. This class is a rigorous, collegepreparatory class that should be taken in conjunction with advance math and science classes. Students should posses a strong motivation to work independently and to apply the math and science skills that they have leaned.

AP PLTW Principles of Engineering—TP127X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: CC, WC Prerequisite: Digital Electronics and Physics strongly recommended Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: PLTW national exam In this foundation Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Engineering course, students survey the engineering profession and explore essential concepts that are the foundation for college level engineering programs. Some of the topics to be studied are mechanics, electric circuits, robotics, programming, bridge design, alternative fuel vehicles, and ballistics. Students employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solution of hands-on engineering design problems. Students will develop problem-solving skills while creating solutions to various challenges. As in all PLTW classes, students will develop the skills needed to properly document their work. This class is a rigorous, college-preparatory class that should be taken in conjunction with advanced math and science classes.

Honors PLTW Engineering Design & Development—TP325X0 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: CC, WC Prerequisite: Principles of Engineering Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: PLTW national exam In this capstone Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Engineering course, students will work in teams to research, design, test and construct a solution to an open-ended engineering problem. The team presents and defends their solution to a panel of outside reviewers at the conclusion of the course. The EDD course allows students to apply all the skills and knowledge learned in previous Project Lead the Way courses. The use of 3D design software, digital electronics, and other prototyping equipment such as 3D printers help students design and test solutions to the problem their team has chosen. This course also engages students in valuable time management and teamwork skills.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 48

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) TRADE & INDUSTRIAL—CLUSTERS:

Carpentry II—IC222X0 *Cluster Completer Course

ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION; LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS & SECURITY; TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: WC Prerequisite: Carpentry I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

Automotive Systems Technology through CCCTI Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: SC Credit: 1 elective unit each Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: college exams See courses offered and descriptions under Career & College Promise.

CORE & Sustainable Construction—IC002X0 Introduction course required for any trades course: carpentry, masonry, electrical, or plumbing.

Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11 Schools: H, SC, WC Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course covers the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Core certification modules required for all of the NCCER curriculum-area programs, and an additional Green module. The course content includes: basic safety, introduction to construction math, introduction to hand tools, introduction to power tools, introduction to blueprints, material handling, basic communication skills, and basic employability skills, and “Your Role in the Green Environment”. The additional Green module has been added to provide students with instruction in the green environment, green construction practices, and green building rating systems. Also it will help students better understand their personal impacts on the environment and make them more aware of how to reduce their carbon footprint. Proof of insurance is required.

Year Recommended: 10, 11 Schools: WC Prerequisite: CORE & Sustainable Construction Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course provides a basic introduction to construction work and the technical aspects of carpentry This course helps prepare students for industry certification. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Math is recommended as preparation for this course. If a student makes at least a grade of B in the course and has a score of 93 or above on the CTE postassessment, and enrolls in North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as CAR 110 Intro to Carpentry OR WOL 110 Basic Construction Skills OR CST 110 Intro to Construction at the community college.

Carpentry III—IC232X0 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: WC Prerequisite: Carpentry II Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course develops advanced technical aspects of carpentry with emphasis on development of skills. Course content includes roofing applications, thermal and moisture protection, exterior finishing, cold formed steel framing and drywall installations. This course helps prepare students for industry certification. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Proof of insurance is required. If a student makes at least a grade of 85 in the course and has a score of 93 or above on the CTE post-assessment, and enrolls in a North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as CST 112 Construction II at the community college.

Electrical I—IC412X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11 Schools: SC Prerequisite: CORE & Sustainable Construction Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course covers basic electrical trades terminology and develops technical aspects of electrical trades with emphasis on development of introductory skills such as residential wiring, electrical installation, and service. Topics include basic electricity, electrical construction codes and practices, the National Electrical Code, the use of test equipment, and electrical hand and power tools. English language arts, mathematics, and science are reinforced. This course helps prepare students for National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Proof of insurance required.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 49

CTE

Carpentry I—IC212X0

This course covers additional technical aspects of carpentry with emphasis on development of intermediate skills. The course content includes floor systems, wall and ceiling framing, roof framing, introductions to concrete, reinforcing materials and forms, windows and exterior doors, and basic stair layout. This course helps prepare students for industry certification. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. If a student makes at least a grade of 85 in the course and has a score of 93 or above on the CTE post-assessment, and enrolls in a North Carolina community college within two years of graduation, this course will count as CST 111 Construction I at the community college. Proof of insurance is required.

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Electrical II—IC422X0

Masonry II—IC122X0 *Cluster Completer Course

Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC Prerequisite: Electrical I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Masonry I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

This course builds on skills mastered in Electrical Trades I and provides an introduction to the National Electric Code, devices boxes, hand bending, raceways and fittings, conductors and cables, construction drawings, residential services, test equipment, alternating circuits, grounding and bonding. This course helps prepare students for industry certification. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Proof of insurance required.

This course builds on skills mastered in Masonry I and provides advanced masonry skills including measurements, drawing and specifications, mortar, masonry units, and installation techniques. This course helps prepare students for National Center for industry certification. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Proof of insurance is required.

Electrical III—IC432X0 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: SC Prerequisite: Electrical II Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course content includes motors, electric lighting, conduit bending, pull and junction boxes, conductor installations, cable tray, conductor terminations and splices, circuit breakers and fuses, control systems, and concepts. Upon successful completion of the this course, students should be prepared to enter the workforce as an electrical helper and/or continuing education towards degrees in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering. This course helps prepare students for industry certification. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Proof of insurance required.

CTE

Masonry I—IC112X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: CORE & Sustainable Construction Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course covers basic masonry terminology and develops technical aspects of masonry with emphasis on development of introductory skills. This course introduces the nature of masonry technology, materials and supplies, and employability skills. Topics include safety, layout, tools, leveling, plumbing, use of straightedge, and jointing brick and block in wall construction. This course helps prepare students for industry certification. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Proof of insurance is required.

Masonry III—IC132X0 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Masonry II Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course develops advanced technical aspects of Masonry with emphasis on development of skills introduced in Masonry II. The course content includes residential plans and drawing interpretation, residential masonry, grout and other reinforcement, and metalwork in masonry. Introductory skills for the Crew Leader are also introduced in this course. This course helps prepare students for industry certification. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Proof of insurance is required.

Plumbing I—IL582X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11 Schools: WC Prerequisite: CORE & Sustainable Construction Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course covers basic plumbing terminology and develops technical aspects of plumbing with emphasis on development of introductory skills. This course introduces the nature of plumbing technology, materials and supplies, and employability skills. Topics include safety, blueprints, tools, piping, fixtures and water distribution. This course helps prepare students for industry certification. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Proof of insurance is required.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 50

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) Plumbing II—IL592X0 *Cluster Completer Course

Fire Fighter Technology II—IP322X0

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: WC Prerequisite: Plumbing I Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12

This course covers advanced plumbing terminology and develops technical aspects of plumbing with emphasis on development of introductory skills. This course covers advanced topics such as commercial drawings, hangers and supports, roof, floor, and area drains, electrical safety, water heater repair and basic employability skills. This course helps prepare students for industry certification. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities are provided. Proof of insurance is required.

Public Safety I—IP112X0 Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11 Schools: H Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course provides basic career information in public safety including corrections, emergency and fire management, security and protection, law enforcement, and legal services. Additionally students will develop a personal plan for a career in public safety. The course includes skills in each area, using resources from the community to help deliver instruction to the students. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences.

Fire Fighter Technology I—IP312X0 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12

Schools: H—enrollment open to all high school students but students must provide their own transportation.

This course covers part of the NC Fire Fighter I/II combination certification modules required for all fire fighters in North Carolina. The modules include: Fire Department Orientation and Safety; Fire Prevention, Education, and Cause; Fire Alarms and Communications; Fire Behavior; Personal Protective Equipment; Portable Fire Extinguishers; and Fire Hose, Streams, and Appliances. This course prepares students for the North Carolina Fire Fighter I/II certification modules. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Students from other high schools must provide their own transportation to Hibriten. Enrollment only through application process and teacher approval.

Prerequisite: Fire Fighter I; Students must make application to the program. Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test This course covers additional NC Fire Fighter I/II combination certification modules required for all fire fighters in North Carolina. The modules includes: Ropes; Ladders; Forcible Entry; Ventilation; Water Supply; Sprinklers; and Foam Fire Stream. This course prepares students for the North Carolina Fire Fighter I/II certification modules. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Students from other high schools must provide their own transportation to Hibriten. Enrollment only through application process and teacher approval.

Fire Fighter Technology III—IP332X0 Year Recommended: 11, 12

Schools: H—enrollment open to all high school students but students must provide their own transportation. Prerequisite: Fire Fighter II; Students must make application to the program.

Credit: 1 elective unit Required: No

Course Length: 1 Semester Test: CTE State Test

This course covers additional NC Fire Fighter I/II combination certification modules required for all fire fighters in North Carolina. The modules include: Emergency Medical Care; Rescue; Fire Control; Salvage; Overhaul; and Building Construction. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include job shadowing. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. This course prepares students for the North Carolina Fire Fighter I/II certification modules. Students from other high schools must provide their own transportation to Hibriten.

CTE Advanced Studies—CS952X0 Refer to Agriculture Section for course requirements.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 51

CTE

Prerequisite: None; Limited space per state guidelines. Students must make application to the program. Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: CTE State Test

Schools: H—enrollment open to all high school students but students must provide their own transportation .

CCS Course Offerings: CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) WORK BASED LEARNING CTE Internship—CS972 Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Related skill courses highly recommended for internship placement, 2.5 GPA (3.0 for Health Science internships)

Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Final exam if days of absence exceeds 7 days This course is open to qualified juniors and seniors by submitting an application and teacher recommendations; however, submission of an application does not guarantee placement. The internship program links students with area businesses, industries, agencies and schools to obtain a working knowledge of job opportunities within a particular career interest area. Applicants must be in good standing with regards to grades, attendance, tardies, and discipline. An elective credit is awarded based on Business Sponsor and Career Development Coordinator’s evaluations, submission of required journal, attendance at intern meetings, the time sheet and summary presentation. Students must complete 135 hours at the internship site. Students interning at the hospital must have TB test and flu shot. See your counselor or Career Development Coordinator (CDC) for an application.

CTE Apprenticeship—CS962 Year Recommended: 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: Completion of a sequence of courses in a career pathway Credit: 1 elective unit Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Final exam if days of absence exceeds 7 days

CTE

High school apprenticeship is an industry-driven education and career training-program. Apprenticeship is a system of skilled occupational training that combines practical work experiences with related academic and technical instruction. An apprentice works and is taught and supervised by a journeyman in that occupation. The apprentice is formally evaluated and granted wage increases for satisfactory progress. The school, a sponsoring business partner, and the North Carolina Department of Labor develop a work process and related instruction plan jointly. Students must work a minimum of 240 hours for each unit of credit. See your counselor or Career Development Coordinator (CDC) for an application.

Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 52

CCS Course Offerings: EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Learning Strategies—96012X0LAB

OCS English III—9212BX0BC3

Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: No Test: Local

Year Recommended: 11 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement; OCS English II Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Local

Learning Strategies will focus on providing individual assistance for students who are exceptional on regular class assignments and completion of supportive, supplemental assignments. Study skills instruction will be provided to students in order to improve their performance in the general education classes. Additional instruction in the student’s IEP objectives will be provided after the requirements for the general education classes have been successfully completed.

OCS English III is an in-depth study of United States literature and literary nonfiction focusing in particular on works from the 17th to the 20th century. Students will also study grammar, vocabulary, and viewing skills as they relate to this course.

OCS English IV—9213BX0BC4 Year Recommended: 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement; OCS English III Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Local

Occupational Course of Study

In OCS English IV, literature instruction will include recognizing and reading various types of literature from Europe as well as American documents greatly influenced by European philosophy or action. Vocabulary, basic research, composition, speech and viewing skills are also presented.

The Occupational Course of Study (OCS) is a modified curriculum that focuses on post-school employment and independent living. This course of study is designed to provide functional academic skills taught with an adult-outcome emphasis. Students have the opportunity to receive supervised training within the community as well as training in the areas of vocation, daily living skills, leisure activities, and community access.

OCS Introductory Mathematics—9220BX0 Year Recommended: 9 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Local

OCS English I—9210BX0BC Year Recommended: 9 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Local

OCS English II—9211BX0BC

OCS Foundations of Math I—28002X0LDM

Year Recommended: 10 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement; OCS English I Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: English II EOC

Year Recommended: 10 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement; OCS Intro Math Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Local

OCS English II introduces literary global perspectives focusing on literature from the Americas, Africa, Eastern Europe, Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East.

OCS Foundations of Math I provides students the opportunity to study concepts of algebra, geometry, functions, number and operations, statistics, and modeling. Concepts include expressions in the real number system, equations, inequalities, functions, geometric properties, and categorical and quantitative data. This course covers the first half of the Math I curriculum and must be taken in conjunction with OCS Math I End to meet graduation requirements.

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OCS English I provides a foundational study of literary genres – novels, short stories, poetry, drama, and literary nonfiction. Vocabulary, composition, grammar, and viewing skills are also incorporated in the course.

In Introductory Mathematics, students will solve problems using ratios, proportions, percent, mathematical operations with rational numbers, properties of two and three dimensional figures, time and measurement skills, and algebraic properties. Students will understand patterns and relationships, data in graphical displays, measures of center, and range.

CCS Course Offerings: EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN OCS Math I End—9221BX0MOC

OCS American History I—9247BX0000

Year Recommended: 10 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement; OCS Foundations of Math I Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Math I EOC

Year Recommended: 9, 10 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Local

OCS Math I End provides students the opportunity to study concepts of algebra, geometry, functions, number and operations, statistics, and modeling. Concepts include expressions in the real number system, equations, inequalities, functions, geometric properties, and categorical and quantitative data. This course provides the second half of the Math I curriculum.

This course covers the European exploration of the new world through Reconstruction. Students will examine the historical and intellectual origins of the United States from the European exploration and colonial settlement to the Revolutionary and Constitutional eras. Students will study the political and economic factors that contributed to colonial America and the outbreak of the American Revolution, the US Constitution, the establishment of political parties, America’s westward expansion, sectional conflict, and the Civil War and its consequences.

OCS Financial Management—9222BX0FM Year Recommended: 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement; OCS Math I Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Local

OCS American History II—9248BX0000 Year Recommended: 10, 11, 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement; OCS American History I Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Local

Financial Management emphasizes personal financial planning, understanding income taxes, wages, credit, insurance, and applying math skills to consumer spending.

This course covers the late 19th century time period through the early 21st century. Students will examine the political, economic, social, and cultural development of the United States. Topics of study will include the change in the ethnic composition of American society, the movement toward equal rights for minorities and women, and the role of the US as a major world power.

OCS Applied Science—9231BX0BC Year Recommended: 9, 10 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Local In this course, students will learn about force and motion, energy, electricity and magnetism, properties of matter, properties, uses, and dangers of chemicals, the environment, and human body systems. Students will have hands-on opportunities to learn the curriculum.

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OCS Biology—9232BX0OB Year Recommended: 10, 11 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement; OCS Applied Science Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Biology EOC The study of biology provides an opportunity for students to gain understanding of the fundamental principles of living things. Major topics of study include scientific background, the nature of life, the continuity of life, microbiology, genetics, plants, animals, and ecology. Lab investigations will accompany each area of study.

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CCS Course Offerings: EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN OCS Preparation III—9242BX0BCF(fall);9242BX0BCS

OCS Preparation I—9240BX0BCF(fall);9240BX0BCS(spring)

(spring)

Year Recommended: 9, 10 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Meet IEP Goals

Year Recommended: 10, 11 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement; OCS Preparation II Credit: 1 per semester Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Meet IEP Goals

This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental attitudes, behaviors, and habits needed to obtain and maintain employment in their career choice and make career advancements. Students will participate in schoolbased learning activities including work ethic development, job seeking skills, decision-making skills, and selfmanagement. Students will be involved in on-campus vocational training activities such as school factories, workbased enterprises, hands-on vocational training in Workforce Development Education courses, and the operation of small businesses. The hours earned in this training will apply to the 300 hours of school-based work requirement for the Occupational Course of Study diploma. Formal career planning and development of knowledge regarding transition planning begins in this course and continues throughout the strand of Occupational Preparation courses.

This course is designed to allow students to continue the development of and begin the application of skills learned in Occupational Preparation I and II. Work-based learning activities are provided including community-based training, job shadowing, job sampling, internships, situational assessment, cooperative education, and apprenticeships. These work-based activities allow students to apply employability skills to competitive employment settings and demonstrate the effectiveness of their work personality. Multiple opportunities for leadership development and selfdetermination are provided. The hours earned in this training will complete the 240 hours of community-based work requirement for the Occupational Course of Study diploma.

OCS Preparation IV—9243BX0BCF(fall);9243BX0BCS(spring)

OCS Preparation II—9241BX0BCF(fall);9241BX0BCS(spring)

Year Recommended: 12 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement; OCS Preparation III Credit: 1 Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Meet IEP Goals

Year Recommended: 9, 10, 11 Schools: H, SC, WC Prerequisite: IEP Team Placement; OCS Preparation I Credit: 1 per semester Course Length: 1 Semester Required: Yes Test: Meet IEP Goals This course emphasizes the development of skills generic to all career majors: resource management, communication, interpersonal relationships, technology, stamina, endurance, safety, mobility skills, motor skills, teamwork, sensory skills, problem solving, cultural diversity, information acquisition/ management, and self-management. This course content is focused on providing students with a repertoire of basic skills that will serve as a foundation for future career application. Students will expand their school-based activities to include on -campus jobs and work-based learning activities. Job-seeking skills will be refined. The hours earned in this training will complete the 300 hours of school-based work requirement for the Occupational Course of Study diploma.

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This course gives students the opportunity to synthesize all the skills acquired in previous Occupational Preparation courses and determine their applicability to their personal career choice. This course will allow students to solve workrelated problems experienced in competitive employment, practice self-advocacy and master the theoretical and practical aspects of their career choice. Students will complete the 360 hours of integrated competitive employment in a community setting which is required for successful completion of the Occupational Course of Study. Students will also develop a job-placement portfolio that provides an educational and vocational record of their high school experience.

The Caldwell Career Center Middle College (CCCMC) is a magnet high school located on the campus of Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute. At CCCMC, high school students complete their high school course of study, declare a technical major, earn national industry credentials, prepare for postsecondary study, and graduate high school in four years with a diploma and as much as one year of college credit toward their two-year degree.

PROGRAMS OF STUDY Academy of Life Sciences Interested in the human body and how it works? Considering a career working with people to help them live better lives? Then the Project Lead the Way Biomedical Science Academy is for you. This four course sequence is a hands-on, activity based curriculum that explores human anatomy and physiology through real world problems. In addition to anatomy, students are introduced to genetics, microbiology, public health and biotechnology. Activities such as dissections, making models of body parts, investigating diseases and experimenting with bacteria, all help students learn by doing. This is a fast paced course that requires students to work hard while being involved in their learning. Through Biomedical Science classes, students acquire strong teamwork and communication abilities and develop organizational, critical thinking and problem solving skills. These courses are an excellent complement to traditional science courses and offer a strong foundation for post-secondary education and careers in the biomedical sciences. The course sequence is:    

Principles of Biomedical Science (Honors credit) Human Body Systems (Honors credit) Medical Interventions (Honors credit) Biomedical Innovations (Honors credit)

Academy of Engineering and Design Are you the type of individual who enjoys pondering new inventions or taking existing products and improving upon their functionality? Do you regularly take objects apart and put them back together in a more efficient manner? If so, the Project Lead the Way Engineering program will provide the hands-on, creative learning experience you have been dreaming about. This four year pathway allows students to prepare for the 21st century engineer by allowing each the opportunity to become certified in the same 3D software programs used by major companies like Intel, Lockheed Martin, and Pixar. Explorers of this academy will design, test, and construct objects that apply to biological and engineering concepts. Students will create original designs, build and destroy these apparatuses, and uncover what would make their prototypes more efficient and stable. Students will study biomechanics by building and programing robots and constructing circuits used in smart phones and tablets.

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Best of all, students who choose this pathway will complete this program with a mechanical engineering certificate, work toward an Associate Degree and increase their employability in the 21st century workforce, making them employable in the engineering field directly out of high school. The following courses are designed to make students organize, think, construct, and analyze like an engineer:    

Introduction to Engineering and Design (AP credit) Digital Electronics (AP credit) Principles of Engineering (AP credit) Engineering Design and Development

Academy of Advanced Technologies Do you anxiously await the arrival of new technology? Are you the type who simply cannot have enough digital gadgets, or one that desires to put your own creative stamp on the digital world? If you live for the digital age, embark on a journey in the Advanced Technology Academy. The number of job openings projected in 2018 for STEM related careers are projected to reach 2.8 million with approximately half of these for computer specialists. Students will be introduced to computer science through the use of Python as the primary programming tool and incorporate multiple platforms and languages for computation. Projects include app development using Google’s Android operating system, visualization of data, cybersecurity, robotics and simulation. In addition, students will jump into the world of digital media as they create and manipulate graphics, audio, animations and videos. Students who choose this pathway will work toward an associate in applied science within the Computer Technology Integration Program of Study which will increase their opportunities in postsecondary education and the 21 st century workforce. The sequence of courses includes:    

Project Lead the Way Computer Science and Software Engineering (Honors) Digital Media Advanced Digital Media (Honors) Entrepreneurship

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Caldwell Early College High School is an innovative high school that was created out of a partnership between Caldwell County Schools and Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (CCC&TI), with the support of North Carolina New Schools. Located on the CCC&TI campus, Caldwell Early College High School provides a small learning community of 375 students with the opportunity to earn both a high school diploma and college transfer credit, up to or including an associate's degree. Vision: Caldwell Early College High School will graduate all of its students ready for college, career, and life. Mission: Caldwell Early College High School will provide a learning community where students believe that educators know them, care about them, and expect them to succeed. Principal:

Candis Hagaman

Counselor: Allen Weatherford

Grade Span: Grades 9 - 13 (5 year program) Only entry point is 9th grade

Graduation: High school diploma College associate's degree or college transfer credit

Prerequisites: Complete student application Commit to five-year program Commit to completing bachelor's degree following graduation

Cost: College books & tuition are provided at no cost to studet

Student Population:  Representative of Caldwell County's student population with regard to geographic, ethnic, socioeconomic, and academic diversity  Representative of all eight Caldwell County middle and K-8 schools  Selected through application process completed in the 8th grade  Seventy-five to eighty students per grade level  Emphasis on students who will be the first to graduate from college in their family and groups who are underrepresented in higher education  Motivated students able to handle a collegiate setting and capable of managing college-level coursework Curriculum:  Students will complete NC and Caldwell County high school graduation requirements for the Future-Ready Core Course of Study, including the Caldwell County Multi-Genre Research Project.  Some high school graduation requirements will be met by completion of designated college courses.  College coursework begins in the freshman year.  Students must pass prerequisite placement testing for college classes (CCC&TI uses Accuplacer).  Most community college credits will be transferable to any university within the North Carolina system.  Service Learning and Career Exploration integrated into curriculum.  High school courses offered include:  Honors English I, II  Third and fourth English requirements may be met by completion of CCC&TI ENG 111, 112 and two 200 level English courses.  Math I, Honors Math II, III;  Fourth advanced math requirement is met by completion of a CCC&TI math course.  Honors Earth/Environmental Science, Honors Chemistry, Honors Biology  Honors World Geography/History, Honors Civics/Economics, Honors American History I and II  One of these four course requirements will be met by completion of a CCC&TI course, to be determined by year of entry into high school.  Spanish I, Spanish II  Seminar I, II, III, IV, V 58

Grading:  High school classes are year long, operating on an A/B schedule, with four nine week grading periods; college classes are semester long with semesters ending in December and May  Grade point average and class rank are computed at the end of the school year using a weighted scale for honors and college classes. The unweighted GPA is based on the 4.0 grading system.  A ten point grading scale is used (A=90-100, B=80-89, etc.).  The cumulative grade point average is based on five years, beginning with the ninth grade and including all high school and college coursework. Student Support:  On-site counselor, college liaison; part-time Carolina College Advising Corps adviser, school nurse, social worker  Limited college development coursework available for students  Access to CCC&TI student services including the writing center, academic support center, computer labs, media center, etc.  High school and college adult advocates positioned to help students Extracurricular Activities:  Students may participate in sports at their district high school.  Students have access to CCC&TI campus student recreation facilities and activities.  Students may participate in high school clubs and other activities made available at CECHS. Current CECHS clubs offered: Academic Competition; Beta Club; Fellowship of Christian Students; Student Council; Interact Club; other yearly clubs as requested by students.

Caldwell Early College High School Course Descriptions:  

Course descriptions for CECHS courses are listed in the Caldwell County Schools’ High School Curriculum Guide. Courses listed below are specific to CECHS.

Seminar Grade Level(s) 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 (required at each grade level) Prerequisites None Credit 1 elective Weight None Test Local Required for Graduation No Semesters Offered Year Long A/B Schedule Sites Offered CECHS All Seminar courses are designed to support student development of skills necessary for success in college, career, and life. Students focus on time-management, writing, presentation skills, and public speaking as well as learning to work in a group as an effective team collaborator. Service learning is a central component of all seminar courses. Students volunteer at local elementary schools, service organizations, and community agencies. The experiences foster and support the development of students as compassionate citizens and community members. Freshman Seminar—Focus on “Understanding Who I Am” through reading Ron Clark’s The Essential 55 and Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens by Sean Covey. Students create a portfolio to showcase “Who I Am.” Students learn to use resources effectively and are introduced to college and career expectations. Sophomore Seminar—Focus on “Exploring Where I Am” through Caldwell County tours creating artifacts to preserve county history and culture. Students explore positive behaviors through the study of The Teens Guide to World Domination by Josh Shipp and The 6 Most Important Decisions You’ll Ever Make by Sean Covey. Junior Seminar—Focus on “Finding My Place” through career exploration, personality type research, and study of "Cool Stuff" They Should Teach in School by Kent and Kyle. Students create an online portfolio and complete the Multi-Genre Research Project. Students begin a financial literacy study, including learning about credit scores, credit cards, types of debt, and accessing scholarships. Senior Seminar—Focus on “Making It Happen” through individualized plan assessments, college success strategies, and examining university choices and options. Students begin analyzing realistic and attainable university options while learning to use various support systems. Students continue a financial literacy study, including budgeting, paying for college, and setting realistic goals. Fifth Year Seminar—Focus on “Planning for the Road Ahead” and learning to navigate the university system independently. Students gain an understanding of the process involved with applying and paying for the completion of a university degree while learning to be a full time college student. Students receive support in applying for and selecting a university.

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CALDWELL COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Caldwell County Schools Cooperative Programs CAREER AND COLLEGE PROMISE The purpose of Career and College Promise is to offer structured opportunities for qualified high school students to enroll in community college courses that provide pathways that lead to a certificate, diploma, or degree as well as provide entry-level job skills. Academic credits earned through Career and College Promise shall enable students who continue into postsecondary education after graduating from high school to complete a postsecondary credential in less time than would normally be required.

Tuition is free; however, students are responsible for textbooks and fees. These fees could include the cost of uniforms, cosmetology kits, and other course-related materials.

Career Technical Education Pathway If you are a high school student enrolled in a career cluster program at your high school, this pathway will give you the opportunity to register in a CCC&TI certificate that aligns with your high school program. Special Coding System F Course will be offered Fall Semester. S Course will be offered Spring Semester. SS Course will be offered Summer Semester. D Course will be offered when sufficient students and instructor are available. * denotes courses that serve as CTE completer (+) denotes honors courses

Career and Technical Certificates Note: The following information is subject to change without notice.

AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY (Career Cluster: Transportation, Distribution & Logistics)

CCCTI

Description: A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air condition systems. Jobs: Upon completion of this curriculum, students should be prepared to take the ASE exams and be ready for full-time employment in dealerships and repair shops in the automotive service industry Basic Engine Performance (C60160ET) Certificate Program Note: The college may enroll high school freshmen and sophomores in this discipline.

Course Title

Credit Hours

AUT

181

Engine Performance I **

3

AUT

183

Engine Performance II **

4

TRN

110

Intro to Transportation Technology

2

TRN

120

Basic Transportation Electricity

5

TRN

170

PC Skills for Transportation

2

Semester Total

16 60

Basic Undercar (C60160UT) Certificate Program Note: The college may enroll high school freshmen and sophomores in this discipline.

Course Title

Credit Hours

AUT

141

Steering and Suspension **

3

AUT

141A

Steering and Suspension Lab

1

AUT

151

Brake Systems *

3

AUT

151A

Brake Systems Lab

1

TRN

110

Intro to Transportation Technology

2

TRN

120

Basic Transportation Electricity

5

Semester Total

15

Automotive System Technology (D60160) Diploma Program Note: The college may enroll high school freshmen and sophomores in this discipline.

Fall Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

AUT

113

Automotive Servicing I

2

AUT

116

Engine Repair *

3

AUT

116A Engine Repair Lab

1

ENG

111

Writing and Inquiry (+)

3

TRN

110

Intro to Transportation Technology

2

TRN

120

Basic Transportation Electricity

5

Semester Total

16

Spring Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

141

Steering and Suspension

* denotes courses that serve as CTE completer

AUT

141A Steering and Suspension Lab

1

AUT

151

3

** pending state and budget approval

AUT

151A Brake Systems Lab

1

AUT

181

Engine Performance I *

3

(+) denotes honors courses

COM 120

Intro Interpersonal Communication (+)

3

Brake Systems *

Semester Total

3

14

Summer Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

AUT

183

Engine Performance II *

4

TRN

170

PC Skills for Transportation

2

61

Semester Total

6

Total Hours

36

CCCTI

AUT

Business Administration (C25120T) Certificate Program

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (Career Cluster: Business Management & Administration)

Course Title BUS

Credit Hours

110

Introduction to Business (+)

3

BUS 115 Business Law I * (+) Description: The Business Principles of Management * (+) Administration curriculum is designed BUS 137 to introduce students to the various ECO 252 Principles of Macroeconomics * (+) aspects of the free enterprise system. MKT 120 Principles of Marketing Students will be provided with a fundamental knowledge of business Semester Total functions, processes, and an understanding of business organizations Marketing articulates to MKT 120. in today’s global economy.

Jobs: Through these skills, students will have a sound business education base for lifelong learning. Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in government agencies, financial institutions, and large to small business or industry.

3 3 3 3 15

Business Administration (D25120) Diploma Program Fall Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

ACC

120

Principles of Financial Accounting (+)

4

BUS

110

Introduction to Business (+)

3

BUS

121

Business Math

3

CIS

110

Introduction to Computers (+)

3

MKT

120

Principles of Marketing

3

Semester Total

16

Spring Semester I Course Title

CCCTI

* denotes courses that serve as CTE completer

Credit Hours

ACC

121

Principles of Managerial Accounting * (+)

4

BUS

115

Business Law I * (+)

3

BUS

137

Principles of Management * (+)

3

ECO

252

Principles of Macroeconomics * (+)

3

ENG

111

Writing and Inquiry (+)

3

** pending state and budget approval (+) denotes honors courses

Semester Total

16

Summer Semester I Course Title COM 120

Credit Hours Intro Interpersonal Communication (+)

3

Major Electives (See College Catalog)

6

62

Semester Total

9

Total Hours

41

COLLISION REPAIR AND REFINISHING TECHNOLOGY (Career Cluster: Transportation, Distribution & Logistics)

Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology (C60130BT) Certificate Program Note: The college may enroll high school freshmen and sophomores in this discipline.

Course Title

Credit Hours

AUB

111

Painting and Refinishing I

3

AUB

121

Non-Structural Damage I (AUB121 & AUB131)

3

Description: A program that prepares AUB 122 Non-Structural Damage II * (AUB122 & TRN180) 4 individuals to apply technical AUB 131 Structural Damage I (AUB131 & AUB121) 4 knowledge and skills to repair, reconstruct and finish automobile TRN 180 Basic Welding for Transportation (TRN180 & bodies, fenders, and external features. 3 AUB122) Includes instruction in structure analysis, damage repair, nonSemester Total 18 structural analysis, mechanical and electrical components, plastics and adhesives, painting and refinishing Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology (D60130) Diploma Program techniques, and damage analysis and Note: The college may enroll high school freshmen and sophomores in this discipline. estimating. Fall Semester I Course Title Jobs: Graduates should be qualified to take National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification examinations and also for entry-level employment in automotive dealerships, independent repair shops, or through self-employment, as collision repair and refinishing technicians.

Credit Hours

AUB

111

Painting and Refinishing I

4

AUB

121

Non-Structural Damage I (AUB121 & AUB131)

3

AUB

131

Structural Damage I (AUB131 & AUB121)

4

ENG

102

Applied Communications II

3

TRN

110

Intro to Transportation Technology

2

TRN

180

Basic Welding for Transportation

3

Semester Total

19

Spring Semester I Course Title

** pending state and budget approval

AUB

112

Painting and Refinishing II *

4

AUB

114

Special Finishes

2

AUB

122

Non-Structural Damage II *

4

AUB

132

Structural Damage II

4

MAT

110

Math Measurement and Literacy

3

Semester Total

(+) denotes honors courses

17

Summer Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

AUB

136

Plastics and Abrasives

3

AUB

141

Mechanical and Elec. Components

3

AUB

162

Autobody Estimating

2

CIS

113

Computer Basics

1

63

Semester Total

9

Total Hours

45

CCCTI

* denotes courses that serve as CTE completer

Credit Hours

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION: NETWORK ADMINISTRATON & SECURITY (Career Cluster: Information Technology)

Description: The Computer Technology Integration curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for employment with organizations that use computers to process, manage, and communicate information. This is a flexible curriculum that can be customized to meet community information systems needs.

Jobs: Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies which rely on computer systems to manage information. Graduates should be prepared to sit for industry-recognized certification exams.

Computer Technology Integration: Network Administration & Security (C25500N) Certificate Program Course Title

Credit Hours

CIS

110

Introduction to Computers (+)

3

CTI

110

Web, Programming, & Database Foundations

3

CTI

120

Network & Security Foundations *

3

NOS

110

Operating Systems Concepts *

3

SEC

110

Security Concepts

3

NET

125

Networking Basics

3

Semester Total

18

Computer Technology Integration: Software and Web Development (C25500S) Certificate Program Course Title

Credit Hours

CIS

110

Introduction to Computers (+)

3

CTI

110

Web, Programming, & Database Foundations

3

CTI

120

Network & Security Foundations *

3

NOS

110

Operating Systems Concepts *

3

CIS

115

Intro to Programming & Logic * (+)

3

CSC

134

C++ Programming (+)

3

Semester Total

18

Cosmetology Certificate (C55140CT) Certificate Program COSMETOLOGY

Course Title

(Career Cluster: Human Services)

COS

111

Credit Hours Cosmetology Concepts

4

CCCTI

COS 112 Salon I * Description: The Cosmetology curriculum is designed to provide Semester Total competency-based knowledge, scientific/artistic principles, and handsCosmetology (D55140) Diploma Program on fundamentals associated with the cosmetology industry. The curriculum Fall Semester I provides a simulated salon Course Title environment which enables students to develop manipulative skills. COS 111 Cosmetology Concepts COS

112

Salon I *

(+) denotes honors courses 64

12

Credit Hours 4 8

Jobs: Graduates should qualify to sit for ENG 102 Applied Communications II the State Board of Cosmetic Arts Semester Total examination. Upon successfully passing the State Board exam, graduates will be issued a license. Employment is available in beauty salons and related businesses.

* denotes courses that serve as CTE completer

8

3 15

Cosmetology (D55140) Diploma Program (continued) Day and evening courses are available. Spring Semester I Student fees, textbooks and supplies can range from $300 - $400. Course Title Credit Hours COS

113

Cosmetology Concepts II

4

COS

114

Salon II

8

PSY

101

Applied Psychology

3

Semester Total

15

Summer Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

COS

115

Cosmetology Concepts III

4

COS

116

Salon III

4 Semester Total

8

* denotes courses that serve as CTE completer

Fall Semester II

(+) denotes honors courses

COS

117

Cosmetology Concepts IV

2

COS

118

Salon IV

7

Course Title

Credit Hours

Semester Total

9

Total Hours

47

CULINARY ARTS (Career Cluster: Hospitality & Tourism)

Course Title

Credit Hours

CUL

110

Sanitation and Safety

2

CUL

112

Nutrition for Food Service

3

CUL

140

Culinary Skills I *

5

CUL

160

Baking I

3

CUL

160A

Baking I Lab

1 Semester Total

13

Jobs: Graduates should qualify for entry-level opportunities including prep cook, line cook, and station chef. American Culinary Federation certification may be available to graduates. With experience, graduates may advance to positions including sous chef, pastry chef, executive chef, or foodservice manager.

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CCCTI

Description: This curriculum provides specific training required to prepare students to assume positions as trained culinary professionals in a variety of foodservice settings including full service restaurants, hotels, resorts, clubs, catering operations, contract foodservice and health care facilities.

Culinary Arts (C55150T) Certificate Program

Teacher/Caregiver (C55220TT) Certificate Program

EARLY CHILDHOOD (Career Cluster: Human Services) Description: The Early Childhood Education curriculum prepares individuals to work with children from birth through eight in diverse learning environments. Students will combine learned theories with practice in actual settings with young children under the supervision of qualified teachers.

Course Title

Credit Hours

EDU

119

Intro to Early Childhood Education

4

EDU

144

Child Development I

3

EDU

145

Child Development II *

3

EDU

146

Child Guidance *

3

EDU

153

Health, Safety, and Nutrition

3

Semester Total

16

Early Childhood Education (D552204) Diploma Program Jobs: Graduates are prepared to plan and implement developmentally appropriate programs in early childhood settings. Employment opportunities include child development and child care programs, preschools, public and private schools, recreational centers, Head Start Programs, and school-age programs.

Early Childhood I and II articulate to EDU 119.

Fall Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

EDU

119

Intro to Early Childhood Education

4

EDU

144

Child Development I

3

EDU

146

Child Guidance *

3

EDU

151

Creative Activities

3

EDU or EDU

259

Curriculum Planning

3

261

Early Childhood Administration I

3

EDU

271

Educational Technology

3

Semester Total

19

Spring Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

CCCTI

EDU

131

Child, Family, and Community

3

EDU

145

Child Development II *

3

* denotes courses that serve as CTE completer

EDU

153

Health, Safety, and Nutrition

3

EDU

184

Early Childhood Intro Practicum

2

** pending state and budget approval

EDU or EDU

251

Exploration Activities

3

262

Early Childhood Administration II

3

EDU

280

Language and Literacy Experiences

3

(+) denotes honors courses

Semester Total

17

Summer Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

EDU

221

Children with Exceptionalities

3

ENG

111

Writing and Inquiry (+)

3

Math/Science Elective (See College Catalog)

66

3/4

Semester Total

9/10

Total Hours

45/46

ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (Career Cluster: Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) Description: A course of study that prepares the students to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills to become technicians who design, build, install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electronic components, equipment, and systems such as industrial/ computer controls, manufacturing systems, communication systems, and power electronic systems.

Electronics Engineering Technology (C40200T) Certificate Program Note: The college may enroll high school freshmen and sophomores in this discipline.

Course Title

Credit Hours

ELC

131

Circuit Analysis I

4

ELC

131A

Circuit Analysis I Lab

1

ELN

131

Analog Electronics I *

4

ELN

133

Digital Electronics *

4

Semester Total

13

Jobs: Graduates should qualify for employment as electronics engineering technician, field service technician, instrumentation technician, maintenance technician, electronic tester, electronic systems integrator, bench technician, and production control technician.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (Career Cluster: Public Safety, Corrections & Security) Description: The Emergency Management curriculum is designed to provide students with a foundation of technical and professional knowledge needed for emergency services delivery in local and state government agencies. Study involves both management and technical aspects of law enforcement, fire protection, emergency medical services, and emergency planning.

Emergency Management (C55460ET) Certificate Program Course Title

Credit Hours

EPT

120

Sociology of Disaster

3

EPT

124

EM Services Law and Ethics *

3

EPT

130

Mitigation and Preparedness

3

EPT

220

Terrorism and Emergency Management

3

FIP

236

Emergency Management

3

Semester Total 15 Jobs: Employment opportunities include ambulance services, fire/rescue agencies, law enforcement agencies, fire marshal offices, industrial firms, educational institutions, emergency management offices, and other government agencies. Employed persons should have opportunities for skilled and supervisory-level positions.

CCCTI

LANDSCAPE GARDENING (Career Cluster: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources) Landscape Gardening Production Technology (C15260PT) Certificate Program Description: A program that prepares Note: The college may enroll high school freshmen and sophomores in this discipline. individuals to manage and maintain indoor and/or outdoor ornamental Course Title Credit Hours and recreational plants and Landscape Construction 3 groundcovers and related conceptual HOR 114 designs established by landscape HOR 134 Greenhouse Operations * 3 architects, interior designers, enterprise owners or managers, and HOR 160 Plant Materials I * 3 individual clients. Potential course Horticultural Pest Management 3 work includes instruction in applicable HOR 164 principles of horticulture, gardening, Semester Total 12 plant and soil irrigation and nutrition, turf maintenance, plant maintenance, equipment operation and maintenance, personnel supervision, and purchasing. * denotes courses that serve as CTE completer

(+) denotes honors courses 67

Landscape Gardening Diploma (D15260) Diploma Program LANDSCAPE GARDENING (Career Cluster: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources)

Note: The college may enroll high school freshmen and sophomores in this discipline.

Fall Semester I Course Title

Jobs: Graduates should qualify for employment in a variety of positions associated with nurseries, garden centers, greenhouses, landscape operations, governmental agencies/ parks, golf courses, sports complexes, highway vegetation, turf maintenance companies, and private and public gardens. Graduates should also be prepared to take the North Carolina Pesticide Applicator’s Examination and/or the North Carolina Certified Plant Professional Examination. Horticulture II—Landscape articulates to LSG 111.

Credit Hours

LSG

111

Basic Landscape Techniques

2

LSG

121

Fall Gardening Lab

2

ENG

111

Writing and Inquiry (+)

3

MAT

110

Math Measurement and Literacy

3

Semester Total

10

Spring Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

HOR

114

Landscape Construction

3

HOR

160

Plant Materials I *

3

HOR

162

Applied Plant Science

3

LSG

122

Spring Gardening Lab

2

TRF

110

Intro to Turfgrass Culture and ID

4

Semester Total

15

Summer Semester I * denotes courses that serve as CTE completer (+) denotes honors courses

Course Title

Credit Hours

HOR

112

Landscape Design I

3

HOR

164

Horticultural Pest Management

3

HOR

257

Arboriculture Practices

2

LSG

123

Summer Gardening Lab

2

LSG

232

Garden Management

2

Semester Total

12

Total Hours

37

CCCTI MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (Career Cluster: Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) Description: A course of study that prepares the students to use basic engineering principles and technical skills to design, develop, test, and troubleshoot projects involving mechanical systems.

Mechanical Engineering Technology (C40320T) Certificate Program Note: The college may enroll high school freshmen and sophomores in this discipline.

Course Title

Credit Hours

DFT

151

CAD I

3

DFT

152

CAD II *

3

DFT

153

CAD III *

3

HYD

110

Hydraulics/Pneumatics I

3

Jobs: Graduates of the curriculum will MEC 145 Manufacturing Materials I 3 find employment opportunities in the Semester Total 15 manufacturing or service sectors of engineering technology. Engineering technicians may obtain Drafting I and Honors Drafting II Engineering articulate to DFT 151. professional certification by application to organizations such as ASQC, SME, and NICET. 68

MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION (Career Cluster: Health Sciences) Description: This curriculum prepares individuals for employment in medical and other health-care related offices. Course work will include medical terminology; information systems; office management; medical coding, billing and insurance; legal and ethical issues; and formatting and word processing.

Medical Office Administration (C25310T) Certificate Program Course Title

Credit Hours

MED

121

Medical Terminology I

3

MED

122

Medical Terminology II *

3

MED

130

Admin Office Procedures I *

2

OST

149

Medical Legal Issues *

3

OST

164

Text Editing Applications *

3

Semester Total

14

Medical Office Administration (D25310) Diploma Program Jobs: Employment opportunities are available in medical and dental offices, Fall Semester I hospitals, insurance companies, Course Title Credit Hours laboratories, medical supply CIS 110 Introduction to Computers (+) 3 companies, and other health-care related organizations. MED 121 Medical Terminology I 3 MED

130

Administrative Office Procedures I

2

OST

130

Comprehensive Keyboarding

3

OST

148

Medical Coding, Billing, and Ins.

3

OST

149

Medical Legal Issues *

3

Semester Total Health Science I articulates to MED 121 and MED 122.

17

Spring Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

122

Medical Terminology II *

3

OST

134

Text Entry and Formatting

3

OST

136

Word Processing

3

OST

164

Text Editing Applications *

3

OST

243

Medical Office Simulation

3

Semester Total

15

Summer Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

COM 120 or COM 231

Intro Interpersonal Communication (+)

3

Public Speaking (+)

3

ENG

111

Writing and Inquiry (+)

3

OST

184

Records Management

3

* Major Elective (See College Catalog)

3

* denotes courses that serve as CTE completer (+) denotes honors courses 69

Semester Total

12

Total Hours

44

CCCTI

MED

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION (Career Cluster: Business Management & Administration) Description: The Office Administration curriculum prepares individuals for positions in administrative support careers. It equips office professionals to respond to the demands of a dynamic computerized workplace.

Office Administration (C25370T) Certificate Program Course Title

Credit Hours

OST

130

Comprehensive Keyboarding

3

OST

134

Text Entry and Formatting

3

OST

136

Word Processing

3

OST

164

Text Editing Applications *

3

OST

184

Records Management *

3

Semester Total

15

Jobs: Graduates should qualify for employment in a variety of positions Office Administration (D25370) Diploma Program in business, government, and industry. Fall Semester I Job classifications range from entrylevel to supervisor to middle Course Title Credit Hours management. CIS 110 Introduction to Computers (+) 3

Microsoft Word and PowerPoint (BM10) articulates to OST 136.

ENG

111

Writing and Inquiry (+)

3

MKT

223

Customer Service

3

OST

130

Comprehensive Keyboarding

3

OST

136

Word Processing

3

Semester Total

15

Spring Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

CCCTI

COM 120 or COM 231

Intro Interpersonal Communication (+)

3

Public Speaking (+)

3

OST

134

Text Entry and Formatting

3

OST

164

Text Editing Applications *

3

OST

236

Advanced Word/Information

3

BUS

270

Professional Development

3

Semester Total

15

Summer Semester I Course Title

Credit Hours

CTS

135

Integrated Software Intro

4

OST

184

Records Management

3

OST

289

Administrative Office Management

3

* Major Elective (See College Catalog)

3

* Major Elective (See College Catalog)

3

* denotes courses that serve as CTE completer (+) denotes honors courses 70

Semester Total

16

Total Hours

46

To be eligible for enrollment in the Career and Technical Certificates, a high school student must meet the following criteria: 1. 2.

Be a high school junior or senior; have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on high school courses or have the recommendation of the high school principal or his/her designee; and meet course prerequisites. To maintain eligibility for continued enrollment, a student must continue to make progress toward high school graduation, and maintain a 2.0 in college coursework after completing two courses.

A student must enroll in one program of study and may not substitute courses in one program for courses in another. The student may change his or her program of study major with approval of the high school principal or his/her designee and the college’s chief student development administrator.

College Transfer Pathway If you are a high school student planning to attend a four-year college after high school, this pathway will allow students to complete some of the core general education classes required during the first two years of a four-year degree. These college transfer pathways are a structured set of general education courses that, upon successful completion, will transfer to any of the North Carolina public universities. All courses on the College Transfer Pathways are eligible for high school honors weight.

(Pending State Approval) General Education (38-39 SHC); Universal General Education Transfer Component (30 SHC)

Course Title

Credit Hours English Composition (6 SHC)

ENG

111

Writing and Inquiry

3

ENG

112

Writing/Research in the Disciplines

3

Humanities/Fine Arts (9 SHC) ART

111

Art Appreciation

3

ART

114

Art History Survey I

3

ART

115

Art History Survey II

3

COM 231

Public Speaking

3

ENG

231

American Literature I

3

ENG

232

American Literature II

3

ENG

241

British Literature I

3

ENG

242

British Literature II

3

MUS

110

Music Appreciation

3

MUS

112

Introduction to Jazz

3

PHI

215

Philosophical Issues

3

PHI

240

Introduction to Ethics

3

Social/Behavioral Sciences (9 SHC) ECO

251

Principles of Microeconomics

3

ECO

252

Principles of Macroeconomics *

3

HIS

111

World Civilizations I

3

HIS

112

World Civilizations II

3

HIS

131

American History I

3

HIS

132

American History II

3

POL

120

American Government

3

PSY

150

General Psychology

3

SOC

210

Introduction to Sociology

3

71

CCCTI

The Associate in Arts (AA) degree is designed for students who want to pursue a four-year degree in one of the liberal arts disciplines or training at a professional school that requires a strong liberal arts background. This program offers the first two years of general education courses designed for transfer to various four-year colleges and universities. Students who plan to enter careers that require a bachelor’s degree and major in humanities, social sciences, education, social work or business, should pursue this degree.

Associate in Arts (AA)

Associate in Arts (AA) - continued (Pending State Approval) General Education (38-39 SHC); Universal General Education Transfer Component (30 SHC)

Mathematics (3-4 SHC) MAT

143

Quantitative Literacy

3

MAT

152

Statistical Method

4

MAT

171

Precalculus Algebra

4

Natural Sciences (4 SHC) AST

151/ General Astronomy/ and 151A General Astronomy Lab

3/ 1

BIO

110

Principles of Biology

4

BIO

111

General Biology I

4

BIO

112

General Biology II

4

CHM 151

General Chemistry

4

GEL

111

Introductory Geology

4

PHY

110/ Conceptual Physics/ and 110A Conceptual Physics Lab

3/ 1

Other Hours

CCCTI

The Associate in Science (AS) degree is designed for students who want to pursue a four-year degree in areas of study such as computer science, engineering, mathematics, the sciences or professional programs that require strong mathematics and science backgrounds. This program offers the first two years of general education courses designed for students who plan to transfer to various colleges and universities with a major in fields such as engineering, pre-medicine, chemistry, biology, physics and math.

ACA

122

College Transfer Success

1

SPA

111

Elementary Spanish I

3

SPA

112

Elementary Spanish II

3

Associate in Science (AS) (Pending State Approval) General Education (41 SHC); Universal General Education Transfer Component (30 SHC)

Course Title

Credit Hours English Composition (6 SHC)

ENG

111

Writing and Inquiry

3

ENG

112

Writing/Research in the Disciplines

3

Humanities/Fine Arts (9 SHC) ART

111

Art Appreciation

3

ART

114

Art History Survey I

3

ART

115

Art History Survey II

3

COM 231

Public Speaking

3

ENG

231

American Literature I

3

ENG

232

American Literature II

3

ENG

241

British Literature I

3

ENG

242

British Literature II

3

MUS

110

Music Appreciation

3

MUS

112

Introduction to Jazz

3

72

Associate in Sciences (AS) - continued (Pending State Approval) General Education (41 SHC); Universal General Education Transfer Component (30 SHC)

Humanities/Fine Arts (6 SHC) - continued PHI

215

Philosophical Issues

3

PHI

240

Introduction to Ethics

3

Social/Behavioral Sciences (6 SHC) ECO

251

Principles of Microeconomics

3

ECO

252

Principles of Macroeconomics *

3

HIS

111

World Civilizations I

3

HIS

112

World Civilizations II

3

HIS

131

American History I

3

HIS

132

American History II

3

POL

120

American Government

3

PSY

150

General Psychology

3

SOC

210

Introduction to Sociology

3

Mathematics (4 SHC) MAT

171

Precalculus Algebra

4

MAT

172

Precalculus Trigonometry

4

MAT

263

Brief Calculus

4

MAT

271

Calculus I

4

MAT

272

Calculus II

4 Natural Sciences (8 SHC)

151/ General Astronomy/ and 151A General Astronomy Lab

3/ 1

BIO

110

Principles of Biology

4

BIO

111

General Biology I

4 4

CHM 152

General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II

GEL

111

Introductory Geology

4

PHY

110/ Conceptual Physics/ and 110A Conceptual Physics Lab

3/ 1

PHY PHY

151 152

College Physics I College Physics II

and

4 4

PHY PHY

251 252

General Physics I and General Physics II

4 4

CHM 151

4

Other Hours ACA

122

College Transfer Success

1

SPA

111

Elementary Spanish I

3

SPA

112

Elementary Spanish II

3

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CCCTI

AST

To be eligible for enrollment in a College Transfer Pathway, a high school student must meet the following criteria:  Be a high school junior or senior;  Have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on high school courses; and  Demonstrate college readiness in English, reading and mathematics on an assessment or placement test or meet provisional status.

College Readiness* Benchmarks on Approved Diagnostic Assessment Tests Test

PLAN PSAT SAT

ACT

Asset

Compass

Accuplacer

NC DAP

English

15

45

500

18

41 Writing

70 Writing

86 Sentence Skills

Reading

18

47

500

22

41 Reading

81 Reading

80 Reading

Composite Score of 151 or higher

Mathematics

19

47

500

22

41 Numerical Skills and 41 Int. Algebra

47 Pre-Algebra and 66 Algebra

55 Arithmetic and 75 Elem. Algebra

7 on each assessment for DMA 010 through 060

Placement criteria for MAT 172/271 effective July 28, 2014. Any student wishing to place out of MAT 171 will be required (except for an SAT/ACT exemption for entry to MAT 271) to take the College Level Mathematics (CLM) placement test.  To place into MAT 172, a student must obtain a raw score of 60 on the CLM.

Criteria for Direct Placement into MAT 271 Calculus I A student may place directly into MAT 271 if the student has met at least one (1) of the following criteria within the past five (5) years:  A score of 2 or higher on the AP Calculus AB Exam.  A grade of C or higher in an AP Calculus course and an unweighted HS GPA of 3.0 or higher.  A score of 90 or higher on the ACCUPLACER College-Level Math (CLM) test.  A score of 46 or higher on the trigonometry section of the ACT Compass Math Placement Test.  A score of 580 or higher on the SAT Math and a grade of C or higher in the North Carolina Standard Course of Study Pre-Calculus course or an equivalent course from another state.  A score of 27 or higher on the ACT Math and a grade of C or higher in the North Carolina Standard Course of Study Pre -Calculus course or an equivalent course from another state.  A score of 560 or higher on the SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2. To maintain eligibility for continued enrollment, a student must continue to make progress toward high school graduation and maintain a 2.0 GPA in college coursework after completing two courses. A student must enroll in one College Transfer Pathway program of study and may not substitute courses in one program for courses in another. A student may change his or her program of study major with approval of the high school principal or his/her designee and the college’s chief student development administrator.

Notes: Students are responsible for activity fees for all courses. Please be mindful that student fees should be paid by the posted deadline. Activity fees are as listed below:   

$7.00 per course with a maximum charge of $28.00 (fall and spring semester). $3.00 per course with a maximum charge of $9.00 (summer semester). $2.00 per course campus service fee up to a maximum of $10.00 (fall and spring semester).

Students are responsible for the cost of books and supplies. Please note only tuition is waived for pathway courses. Although there are general descriptions and criteria provided here for each pathway, more specific guidelines can be obtained through discussion with your assigned Transition Advisor and review of the college’s website at http://www.cccti.edu/CCP/Default.asp#page=page-1.

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Registration Public school students in Caldwell County Schools wishing to take college classes should discuss their interest and confirm their eligibility with their assigned Transition Advisor. All others may contact the Director of Counseling and Advisement Services with questions. Once you have determined that you are eligible to participate, you should follow the steps below to enroll and register:

1. Choose a pathway which best describes your interests. Students may only take approved courses from within their single chosen pathway.

2. Complete and submit the Career and College Promise (CCP) application. 3. Submit your college placement test scores. If none have been taken, you may schedule testing by contacting your Transition Advisor or our Testing Center (828-726-2719). 4. Submit your up-to-date official high school transcript. 5. Obtain academic advising and select the course or courses for which you would like to register. List those courses on your Registration Permission Form. Then, obtain your principal’s signature on this form, verifying your eligibility and permission to participate in the program. 6. Obtain approval and signature from the designated college official (Transition Advisor), on your Registration Permission Form and submit the form during registration to register for classes. 7. Pay any associated student fees and purchase textbooks (Only tuition is waived for pathway courses). 8. Begin classes.

Attendance Students are expected to attend all regularly scheduled classes. In most classes, if a student’s absences reach 20% of the total class hours, the student is dropped from the class. At the first class meeting, the instructor explains the attendance policy for that course and gives the policy to students in writing. A student is responsible for work missed and is expected to be prepared for the next class. Make-up work, although required, does not negate the absence. Pursuant to G.S. 115D-5, students may request two excused absences per academic year for religious observances. Students requesting absences required by their faith must follow proper procedures and complete the Absence for Religious Form available in Student Services. Students requesting excused absences under this policy must submit the completed form to instructors within a maximum of ten (10) business days after the first class. Students will then be given the opportunity to make up any test or other work missed as required by this statute. Absences for religious observance are included in the number allowed in accordance with the 20% departmental attendance policy. 

College and Career Promise (CCP) classes that meet on the high school campus follow the public school calendar for holidays, snow delays/closings, and semester beginning and ending dates.



College and Career Promise (CCP) classes that meet on the college campus (including the Caldwell Career Center Middle College and Caldwell Early College High School) follow the college calendar and begin on the first day of the semester of the college calendar. Classes follow the college calendar for holidays, snow delays/closings, and semester ending dates.

Behavior/Discipline In the event of inappropriate behavior, students will be subject to disciplinary action by both the college and the high school. While enrolled in college courses, students must comply with the college’s Code of Conduct.

Transition Advisor Contact information If you have any questions or concerns about the College and Career Promise (CCP), please talk to one of the college’s transition advisors who are located at each of the high schools. Early and Middle College

Lori Hoffa

(828)759-4647

[email protected]

Hibriten High School

Sherry Herman

(828)758-7376 ext. 353

[email protected]

South Caldwell High School

Mitzi Triplett

(828)396-2188 ext. 3413

[email protected]

West Caldwell High School

Matt Anderson

(828) 758-5583 ext. 165

[email protected]

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Course Number

Course Title

Grade Level 9

10

Schools

11 12 CC CEC G

Wt. Notes

H SC WC

English: Pages 14-17 10252X0CSF

Communication Skills

X

X

10255X0CSH

Communication Skills Honors

X

X

10212X0SR

English I

X

X

10215X0SH

English I Honors

X

10222X0RE

English II

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

10225X0HE

English II Honors

X

X

X

X

X

10232X0RE

English III

X

X

X

X

X

10235X0HE

English III Honors

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

A/B in Honors English II or teacher permission

1A007X0AP

AP English III—Language and Comp

X

X

X

X

Yes

Honors English II/Instructor permission

10242X0RE

English IV

X

X

10245X0HE

English IV Honors

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

A/B in Honors English III or teacher permission

1A017X0AP

AP English Literature and Comp

X

X

X

X

Yes

English IV Honors (Fall)

10252X0CW

Creative Writing

X

X

X

10252X0CW2

Creative Writing II

X

X

X

Creative Writing I

10252X0CW3

Creative Writing III

X

X

X

Creative Writing I and II

10252X0RPS

Religions and Philosophies of the World

X

X

X

X

10255X0RPH

Honors Religions and Philosophies of the World

X

X

X

X

10252X0M

Mythology

X

X

X

X

10142X0SD

Speech and Debate

X

X

X

X

X

10185X0HCD

Honors Speech and Debate

X

X

X

X

96022X0SAP

SAT/ACT Prep

X

X

X

X

10252X0FIS

Film in Society

X

X

X

Honors course and teacher approval

10312X0FP

Publications I

X

X

X

X

Approval by instructor

10322X0SP

Publications II

X

X

X

X

Publications I and approval by instructor

10312X0

Yearbook

X

X

X

48002X0OT

Old Testament as Lit/History

X

X

X

X

X

X

48002X0NT

New Testament as Lit/History

X

X

X

X

X

X

10382X0

English Language Dev.

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X X X X X X X X

X

X

X

Yes

A/B in 8th grade language arts

Yes

A/B in Communication Skills or teacher permission English I

Yes

English II

English III

Yes

X

Yes X

A/B in Honors English I or teacher permission

X

Speech and Debate and teacher approval Math III

X

Application and teacher approval

Language proficiency test; ELL

Mathematics: Pages 18-20 20502X0V

Foundations of Math I

X

X

X

X

X

X

21032X0V

Math I End

X

X

X

X

X

X

21032X0

Math I

X

X

X

X

X

X

20512X0FM2

Foundations of Math II

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Math I or Math I End

22012X0Z

Math II End

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Foundations of Math II

22012X0

Math II

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Math I or Math I End

22015X0

Math II Honors

X

X

X

X

X

23012X0

Math III

X

X

X

X

X

23015X0

Math III Honors

X

X

X

X

X

24082X0ECM

Essentials of College Math

X

X

X

Math III

24002X0FM

Advanced Functions and Modeling

X

X

X

X

X

X

Math III

24012X0DM

Discrete Math

X

X

X

X

X

X

Math III

X

X X

X

X

X

X X

X

X X X

X X X

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Foundations of Math I

Yes

A/B in Math I Math II or Math II End

Yes

A/B in Math II or dept. chair permission

Course Number

Course Title

Grade Level 9

10

Schools

11 12 CC CEC G

24015X0DMH

Discrete Math Honors

X

X

X

2A037X0AP

AP Statistics

X

X

24035X0PC

Pre-Calculus

X

28005X0CP

H SC WC X

X

X

Yes

A/B in Math III or dept. chair permission

X

X

X

X

Yes

Honors Discrete Math or dept. chair permission

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

A/B in Math III or dept. chair permission

Calculus—AP Preparation

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Pre-Calculus

2A007X0AB

AP Calculus AB

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Calculus AP Prep (H, WC); Pre-Calculus (SC)

2A017X0BC

AP Calculus BC

X

X

Yes

AP Calculus AB

99359X0MT

Math Tutor

96022X0SAP

SAT/ACT Prep

X

X

X

Wt. Notes

X

X

X

X

Math III and dept. chair permission

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Math III

Science: Pages 21-24 35102X0SE

Earth Science

X

X

35105X0SH

Honors Earth Science

X

X

34102X0PS

Physical Science

33202X0GB

Biology

33205X0BH

Honors Biology

X

34202X0C

Chemistry

X

X

X

X

34205X0CH

Honors Chemistry

X

X

X

X

34305X0PH

Honors Physics

X

X

30205X0FB

Biology—AP Preparation

X

3A007X0AP

AP Biology

X

30205X0FC

X

X X

Yes

A/B in previous science course or dept. chair perm.

Yes

A/B in previous science course or dept. chair perm.

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Math I (A/B); A/B in previous science course or dept. chair perm.

X

X

X

X

Yes

Math II

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Honors Biology and Chemistry recommended

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Biology AP Prep (A, B, C)

Chemistry—AP Preparation

X

X

X

X

Yes

Math III and Chemistry

3A017X0APC

AP Chemistry

X

X

X

X

Yes

Chemistry AP Prep (A, B, C)

3A027X0AP

AP Environmental Science

X

X

Yes

Math III

33302X0AP

Anatomy & Physiology

X

X

33305X0AH

Honors Anatomy & Physiology

X

Yes

A/B in Biology or dept. chair permission

35402X0A

Astronomy

30202X0FS

X

X

X

X

X

Math I; Physical Science recommended

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Forensic Science

X

X

X

X

X

30205X0FH

Honors Forensic Science

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

A/B in Biology or dept. chair permission

30205X0BH

Honors Biotechnology

X

X

X

X

Yes

Biology, a physical science, or dept. chair perm.

30202X0PE

Pre-Engineering & Design

X

X

X

X

X

30205X0PE

Honors Pre-Engineering & Design

X

X

X

X

X

99359X0ST

Science Lab Technician

X

X

X

X

Earth Science Biology or dept. chair permission

Math I Yes

Math III Department chair permission

Social Studies: Pages 25-28 43032X0WH

World History

X

X

43035X0WHH

Honors World History

X

X

43042X0AHI

American History I

X

X

43045X0

Honors American History I

X

X

43052X00

American History II

X

X

43055X00

Honors American History II

X

X

42092X0

Civics and Economics

42095X0CH

Honors Civics & Economics

4A017X0AP

AP European History

X X X

X X X X X X

X X

X X

X

77

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Level IV on 8th grade EOG

Yes

A/B in World History

Yes

A/B in American History I

Yes

A/B in previous social studies course

Yes

A/B in honors course; A in academic course; teacher recommendation

Course Number

Course Title

Grade Level 9

4A027X0AP

AP Human Geography

4A067X0AP

AP US Government

48005X0APP

10

Schools

11 12 CC CEC G

Wt. Notes

H SC WC Yes

A/B in honors course; A in academic course; teacher recommendation

Yes

A/B in honors course; A in academic course; teacher recommendation

X

Yes

A/B in honors course; A in academic course; teacher recommendation

X

X

Yes

AP US History Prep (A, B, C)

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

US History—AP Prep

X

X

X

X

4A077X0AP

AP US History

X

X

X

44032X0FR

Psychology

X

X

44035X0SH

Honors Psychology

X

4A057X0AP

AP Psychology

48002X0CJ

Crime and Justice

48005X0SC

Honors Southern Cultures

48005X0O

Honors United Nations I

48005X0UWA

Honors United Nations II

48005X0UNH

Honors United Nations III

48002X0WCS

World Cultures

48005X0WCH

Honors World Cultures

48002X0OT

Old Testament as Lit/History

48002X0NT

New Testament as Lit/History

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

A/B in honors course; A in academic course; teacher recommendation

Yes X

Yes

A/B in social studies course

X

Yes

United Nations I or teacher recommendation

X

X

Yes

United Nations II or teacher recommendation

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

World Languages: Pages 29-30 11012X0F1

French I

X

X

X

X

11022X0F2

French II

X

X

X

X

11035X0F3

French III

X

X

X

Yes

A/B in French II

11045X0F4

French IV

X

X

X

Yes

A/B in French III

11612X0G1

German I

X

X

X

X

X

11622X0G2

German II

X

X

X

X

X

11635X0G3

German III

X

X

X

X

Yes

A/B in German II

11645X0G4

German IV

X

X

X

Yes

A/B in German III

11412X0S1

Spanish I

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

11422X0S2

Spanish II

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

11435X0S3

Spanish III

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

A/B in Spanish II

11445X0S4

Spanish IV

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

A/B in Spanish III

X

French I

German I

Spanish I

Arts Education: Pages 30-33 54152X0A1

Beginning Art I

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

54162X0A2

Intermediate Art II

X

X

X

X

X

X

54175X0FH3

Proficient Art III

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Art II and teacher recommendation

54185X0SH4

Advanced Art IV

X

X

X

X

Yes

Art III

52552X0SR

Concert Band Beginning

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

52562X0CB

Concert Band Intermediate

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

52575X0CBP

Concert Band Proficient

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Successful completion of previous band course and High School Skills Placement Audition

52585X0CBA

Concert Band Advanced

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

52552X0SBF

Symphonic Band Beginning Fall

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

52552X0SBS

Symphonic Band Beginning Spring

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

52562X0SBF

Symphonic Band Intermediate Fall

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

52562X0SBS

Symphonic Band Intermed. Spring

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

78

Beginning Art I

Successful completion of previous band course and High School Skills Placement Audition

Course Number

Course Title

Grade Level 9

10

Schools

11 12 CC CEC G

Wt. Notes

H SC WC

52575X0SBF

Symphonic Band Proficient Fall

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

52575X0SBS

Symphonic Band Proficient Spring

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

52585X0SBF

Symphonic Band Advanced Fall

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

52585X0SBS

Symphonic Band Advanced Spring

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

52575X0G

Wind Ensemble Proficient

X

X

X

X

Yes

52585X0G

Wind Ensemble Advanced

X

X

X

X

Yes

52185X0HMT

Honors Music Theory

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Band or chorus and teacher recommendation

5A017X0AP

AP Music Theory

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Honors Music Theory and teacher approval

52302X0FR

Chorus I Beginning

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

52312X0FA

Chorus I Intermediate

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

52302X0SR

Chorus II Beginning

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

52312X0SA

Chorus II Intermediate

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

52302X0CCB

Concert Choir Beginning

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

52312X0CCI

Concert Choir Intermediate

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

52325X0CCP

Concert Choir Proficient

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

52185X0HEP

Honors Ensemble Proficient

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Successful audition and/or teacher recommendation

52195X0HEA

Honors Ensemble Advanced

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Successful audition and/or teacher recommendation

53152X0

Beginning Theatre Arts

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

53162X0A2

Intermediate Theatre Arts

X

X

X

X

X

X

53175X0F3

Proficient Theatre Arts

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Intermediate Theatre Arts and teacher recommendation

53185X0F4

Advanced Theatre Arts

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Proficient Theatre Arts and teacher recommendation

53612X0PP

Play Production

X

X

X

X

X

X

Teacher approval and parent/guardian consent

53612X0BMT

Musical Theatre Beginning

X

X

X

X

X

X

53612X02MT

Musical Theatre Intermediate

X

X

X

X

X

X

Beginning Chorus or Beginning Theatre Arts and/or audition

Successful completion of previous band course and High School Skills Placement Audition

Successful completion of previous band course and High School Skills Placement Audition

Successful completion of previous chorus course and audition

Beginning Theatre Arts and teacher recommendation

Media: Page 34 10312X0VP

Broadcasting/Video Production

X

X

X

96102X0MRA

Media Center Research & Technology

X

X

X

X

X

X

Application and approval by media coordinator

X

X

Application and approval by media coordinator

Service and Support: Page 34-35 99359X0CA

Community Action Project

X

X

X

X

X

Permission from school administrators

96102X0C1F

CIS/CASEE 1

X

X

X

X

Approval by CIS

96102X0C2S

CIS/CASEE 2

X

X

X

X

Approval by CIS; CASEE 1

96045X0CT

Honors Teacher Cadet 1

X

X

X

Yes

B average and teacher approval

96065X0HTC

Honors Teacher Cadet 2

X

X

X

Yes

Honors Teacher Cadet 1

Health and PE: Page 36 60492X0HPE

Health and PE

X

X

X

X

X

60602X0PE

Aerobics/Personal Fitness

X

X

X

X

X

X

60602X0LE

Lifetime Activities

X

X

X

X

X

X

60602X0SE

Strength and Flexibility

X

X

X

X

X

X

60602X0AE

Athletic Weight Training

X

X

X

X

X

X

Department chair permission

60602X0FS

Fall Sports

X

X

X

X

X

X

Department chair permission

60602X0SS

Spring Sports

X

X

X

X

X

X

Department chair permission

79

Course Number

Course Title

Grade Level 9

10

Schools

11 12 CC CEC G

Wt. Notes

H SC WC

JROTC: Page 37 95012X0NS1

Naval Science I

95022X0NS2

Naval Science II

95032X0NS2

Naval Science III

95042X0NS4

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Naval Science I

X

X

X

X

Naval Science II

Naval Science IV

X

X

X

Naval Science III

95042X0NCC

Naval Science Command

X

X

X

Naval Science III and discretion of instructor

95012X0NL

Naval Leadership Lab

X

X

X

Naval Science I; pass physical fitness test; discretion of instructor

X

X

X

Career and Technical Education: Pages 38-52 AU102X0

Agriscience Appications

X

X

X

AP412X0

Horticulture I

X

X

X

AP422X0

Horticulture II

X

X

AP425X0

Honors Horticulture II

X

AP442X0

Horticulture II—Landscape Constr.

CS952X0

CTE Advanced Studies

AW042X0

HOR114 Landscape Construction

X

X

AW082

HOR160 Plant Materials

X

AW062X0

HOR134 Greenhouse Operations

AW092X0 BA102X0

X

X

Agriscience Applications (SC only)

X

X

X

Horticulture I

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Horticulture I

X

Horticulture I

X

2 credits in same cluster; 1 must be Completer

X

X

Horticulture I

X

X

X

Horticulture I

X

X

X

X

Horticulture I

HOR164 Horticulture Pest Man.

X

X

X

X

Horticulture I

Accounting I

X

X

X

X

X

X

Keyboarding skills

BA105X0

Honors Accounting I

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Keyboarding skills

BA205X0

Honors Accounting II

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Accounting I

IA112X0

Intro to Graphic Communication

II315X0

Yes

Intro to Graphic Communication

X

X

X

X

X

X

Honors Adobe Visual Design

X

X

X

X

IA132X0

Print Advertising and Design

X

X

X

X

BB302X0

Business Law

X

X

X

X

X

BB305X0

Honors Business Law

X

X

X

X

X

BB402X0

Business Management

X

X

X

X

X

25217X0

AP Computer Science

X

X

X

X

TP265X0

PLTW Comp. Sci, & Software Engineering

(TBD)

PLTW Computer Applications

IA312X0

Digital Media

X

X

X

IA325X0

Honors Digital Media Advanced

X

X

X

BD125X0

Honors e-Commerce

X

X

ME112X0

Entrepreneurship

X

X

BM102X0

Microsoft Word and Powerpoint

X

X

X

BM105X0

Honors Microsoft Word & Powerpoint

X

X

BM202X0

Microsoft Excel and Access

BM205X0

X

X

X X

Adobe Visual Design

Yes

Principles of Business and Finance Principles of Business and Finance

Yes

X X

Principles of Business and Finance

A/B in Math II; A/B in previous English class

Yes

X

Yes

Digital Media

Yes

Multimedia and Webpage Design

X

X

X

X

X

Personal Finance, Marketing, or Principles of Bus.

X

X

X

X

Keyboarding skills

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Honors Microsoft Excel and Access

X

X

X

X

X

X

BD102X0

Multimedia and Webpage Design

X

X

X

X

X

X

BD105X0

Honors Multimedia & Webpage Design

X

X

X

X

X

X

BF052X0

Personal Finance

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

BF055X0

Honors Personal Finance

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

80

Yes

Keyboarding skills Keyboarding skills

Yes

Keyboarding skills Microsoft Word and Powerpoint; keyboarding skills

Yes

Yes

Microsoft Word and Powerpoint; keyboarding skills

Course Number

Course Title

Grade Level 9

BF102X0

Principles of Business and Finance

CS112X0

10 X

Schools

11 12 CC CEC G

Wt. Notes

H SC WC

X

X

X

X

X

Project Management

X

X

X

X

X

CS115X0

Honors Project Management

X

X

X

X

X

CC452X0

Career Management

MI212X0

Fashion Merchandising

MH422X0

Hospitality and Tourism

MM512X0

Marketing

MM516X0

Marketing Cooperative Education

MH312X0

Sports & Entertainment Marketing I

MH322X0

Sports & Entertainment Marketing II

FA312X0

Apparel & Textile Production I

FA322X0

X

X X

One previous CTE course Yes

One previous CTE Course

X X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Currently enrolled in Marketing & teacher approval

X

X

X

X

Marketing highly recommended

X

X

X

X

Sports & Entertainment Marketing I

X

X

X

X

X

Apparel & Textile Production II

X

X

X

X

X

FA325X0

Honors Apparel & Textile Production II

X

X

X

X

X

FE112X0

Early Childhood Education I

X

X

X

X

FE115X0

Honors Early Childhood Education I

X

X

X

X

FE122X0

Early Childhood Education II

X

X

X

X

FE125X0

Honors Early Childhood Education II

X

X

X

X

FN412X0

Foods I

X

X

X

FN422X0

X

X

X

X

X

Principles of Bus., Marketing, or Sports & Enter. Mkt.

Apparel & Textile Production I Yes

Apparel & Textile Production I Parenting & Child Dev.; must be 16 and have transportation

Yes

Parenting & Child Dev.; must be 16 and have transportation

Early Childhood Education I Yes

Early Childhood Education I

X

X

Foods II Enterprise

X

X

X

X

X

X

FN425X0

Honors Foods II

X

X

X

X

X

X

FH712X0

ProStart I

X

X

X

X

FH715X0

Honors ProStart I

X

X

X

X

FH722X0

ProStart II

X

X

X

X

FH725X0

Honors ProStart II

X

X

X

X

FI512X0

Interior Design I

X

X

X

X

X

X

FI515X0

Honors Interior Design I

X

X

X

X

X

X

FI522X0

Interior Design II

X

X

X

X

X

FI525X0

Honors Interior Design II

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Interior Design I

FI535X0

Honors Interior Applications

X

X

X

X

Yes

Interior Design II

FE602X0

Parenting and Child Development

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

HU102X0

Health Team Relations

X

X

X

X

X

HU405X0

Honors Health Science I

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Biology highly recommended

HU425X0

Honors Health Science II

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Health Science I

HU435X0

Honors Nursing Fundamentals

X

X

X

X

Yes

Health Science II; teacher recommendation; application

HP705X0

Honors PLTW Principles of Biomedical Sciences

HP715X0

Honors PLTW Human Body Systems

HP725X0

Honors PLTW Medical Intervention

HP735X0

Honors PLTW Biomedical Innovations

IC612X0

Drafting I

IC625X0

Honors Drafting II—Architectural

IC635X0

Honors Drafting III—Architectural

IX602X0

DFT151 CAD I

X

X X X X

Foods I Yes

Foods I Foods I, Foods II strongly recommended

Yes

Foods I, Foods II strongly recommended ProStart I

Yes

ProStart I Art I and Drafting recommended

Yes

Art I and Drafting recommended Interior Design I

X

Yes

X

Yes

Principles of Biomedical Sciences

X

Yes

Human Body Systems

Yes

Medical Intervention

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Drafting I

X

X

X

Yes

Drafting II Architectural

X

X

X

X

X

81

X

X

Drafting I recommended

Course Number

Course Title

Grade Level 9

10 X

11 12 CC CEC G

IX612X0

DFT152 CAD II

IX622X0

DFT153 CAD III

TP117X0

AP PLTW Intro to Engineering Design

TP127X0

AP PLTW Principles of Engineering

TP217X0

AP PLTW Digital Electronics

TP325X0

Honors PLTW Engineering Design & Development

IC002X0

CORE & Sustainable Construction

IC212X0

Carpentry I

IC222X0

Carpentry II

X

IC232X0

Carpentry III

X

IC412X0

Electrical I

IC422X0

Electrical II

X

IC432X0

Electrical III

X

IC112X0

Masonry I

X

X

IC122X0

Masonry II

X

X

IC132X0

Masonry III

X

IL582X0

Plumbing I

IL592X0

Plumbing II

IP112X0

Public Safety I

IP312X0

X

X

Schools

Wt. Notes

H SC WC

X

X

X

X

Drafting I recommended

X

X

X

X

DFT 151 and DFT152

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Intro to Engineering Design, Physics recommended

X

X

X

X

X

Yes

Intro to Engineering Design

X

X

X

X

Yes

Principles of Engineering

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X X

CORE and Sustainable Construction

X

X

Carpentry I

X

X

Carpentry II

X

X

CORE and Sustainable Construction

X

X

Electrical I

X

X

Electrical II

X

X

X

CORE and Sustainable Construction

X

X

X

X

Masonry I

X

X

X

X

Masonry II

X

CORE and Sustainable Construction

X

Plumbing I

X

X

X

X

X

X

Fire Fighter Technology I

X

X

X

X

IP322X0

Fire Fighter Technology II

X

X

X

X

Fire Fighter Technology I; application

IP332X0

Fire Fighter Technology III

X

X

X

Fire Fighter Technology II; application

CS972

CTE Internship

X

X

X

X

X

2.5 GPA; 3.0 for Health internships

CS962

CTE Apprenticeship

X

X

X

X

Completion of career pathway course sequence

X

X X

Exceptional Children: Page 53-55 96012X0LAB

Learning Strategies

X

X

9210BX0BC

OCS English I

X

9211BX0BC

OCS English II

9212BX0BC3

OCS English III

9213BX0BC4

OCS English IV

9220BX0

OCS Intro Math

28002X0LDM

OCS Foundations of Math I

9221BX0MOC

OCS Math I End

9222BX0FM

OCS Financial Management

9231BX0BC

OCS Applied Science

9232BX0OB

OCS Biology

9247BX0000

OCS American History I

9248BX0000

OCS American History II

9240BX0BCF 9240BX0BCS

OCS Preparation I Fall OCS Preparation I Spring

X

X

9241BX0BCF 9241BX0BCS

OCS Preparation II Fall OCS Preparation II Spring

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement; OCS English I

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement; OCS English II

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement; OCS English III

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement

X

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement; OCS Intro Math

X

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement; OCS Foundations of Math I

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement: OCS Math I

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement; OCS Applied Science

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement; OCS American History I

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement; OCS Preparation I

X X X X

X X

X X

X

X

X

X X

X

X

X

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Course Number

Course Title

Grade Level 9

9242BX0BCF 9242BX0BCS

OCS Preparation III Fall OCS Preparation III Spring

9243BX0BCF 9243BX0BCS

OCS Preparation IV Fall OCS Preparation IV Spring

10 X

Schools

11 12 CC CEC G X X

Wt. Notes

H SC WC X

X

X

IEP Team Placement; OCS Preparation II

X

X

X

IEP Team Placement; OCS Preparation III

Career and College Promise—Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (p.60-75) College Code

Description

Grade Level 9

Number of 10 11 12 College Hours

Number of High School Credits

Weight

Pathway

AUT181

Engine Performance I

X

X

3

1

Basic Engine Performance

AUT183

Engine Performance II

X

X

4

1

Basic Engine Performance

TRN110

Intro to Transportation Technology

X

X

2

1

Basic Engine Performance

TRN120

Basic Transportation Electricity

X

X

5

1

Basic Engine Performance

TRN170

PC Skills for Transportation

X

X

2

1

Basic Engine Performance

AUT141/ 141A

Steering and Suspension/ Lab

X

X

3/ 1

1

Basic Undercar

AUT151/ 151A

Brake Systems/ Lab

X

X

3/ 1

1

Basic Undercar

TRN110

Intro to Transportation Technology

X

X

2

1

Basic Undercar

TRN120

Basic Transportation Electricity

X

X

5

1

BUS110

Introduction to Business

X

X

3

1

Yes

Business Administration

BUS115

Business Administration

X

X

3

1

Yes

Business Administration

BUS137

Principles of Management

X

X

3

1

Yes

Business Administration

ECO252

Principles of Macroeconomics

X

X

3

1

Yes

Business Administration

MKT120

Principles of Marketing

X

X

3

1

Business Administration

AUB111

Painting and Refinishing I

X

X

3

1

Collision Repair and Refinishing

AUB121

Non-Structural Damage I

X

X

3

1

Collision Repair and Refinishing

AUB122

Non-Structural Damage II

X

X

4

1

Collision Repair and Refinishing

AUB131

Structural Damage I

X

X

4

1

Collision Repair and Refinishing

TRN180

Basic Welding for Transportation

X

X

3

1

Collision Repair and Refinishing

CIS110

Introduction to Computers

X

X

3

1

CTI110

Web, Programming, & Database Foundations

X

X

3

1

Network Admin and Security

CTI120

Network and Security Foundations

X

X

3

1

Network Admin and Security

NOS110

Operating Systems Concepts

X

X

3

1

Network Admin and Security

SEC110

Security Concepts

X

X

3

1

Network Admin and Security

NET125

Networking Basics

X

X

3

1

Network Admin and Security

CIS110

Introduction to Computers

X

X

3

1

CTI110

Web, Programming, & Database Foundations

X

X

3

1

Software & Web Development

CTI120

Network and Security Foundations

X

X

3

1

Software & Web Development

NOS110

Operating Systems Concepts

X

X

3

1

CIS115

Intro to Programming and Logic

X

X

3

1

Yes

Software & Web Development

CSC134

C++ Programming

X

X

3

1

Yes

Software & Web Development

COS111

Cosmetology Concepts

X

X

4

1

Cosmetology

COS112

Salon I

X

X

8

2

Cosmetology

CUL110

Sanitation and Saftey

X

X

2

1

Culinary Arts

CUL112

Nutrition and Food Service

X

X

3

1

Culinary Arts

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Basic Undercar

Yes

Yes

Network Admin and Security

Software & Web Development

Software & Web Development

Career and College Promise—Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (p.60-75) College Code

Description

Grade Level 9

Number of 10 11 12 College Hours

Number of High School Credits

Weight

Pathway

CUL140

Culinary Skills I

X

X

5

1

Culinary Arts

CUL160/ 160A

Baking I / Lab

X

X

3/1

1

Culinary Arts

EDU119

Intro to Early Childhood Education

X

X

4

1

Teacher/Caregiver

EDU144

Child Development I

X

X

3

1

Teacher/Caregiver

EDU145

Child Development II

X

X

3

1

Teacher/Caregiver

EDU 146

Child Guidance

X

X

3

1

Teacher/Caregiver

EDU153

Health, Safety, and Nutrition

X

X

3

1

Teacher/Caregiver

ELC131/ 131 A

Circuit Analysis I/ Lab

X

X

4/ 1

1

Electronics Engineering Tech.

ELN131

Analog Electronics I

X

X

4

1

Electronics Engineering Tech.

ELN133

Digital Electonics

X

X

4

1

Electronics Engineering Tech.

EPT120

Sociology of Disaster

X

X

3

1

Emergency Management

EPT124

EM Services Law and Ethics

X

X

3

1

Emergency Management

EPT130

Mitigation and Preparedness

X

X

3

1

Emergency Management

EPT220

Terrorism and Emergency Management

X

X

3

1

Emergency Management

FIP236

Emergency Management

X

X

3

1

Emergency Management

HOR114

Landscape Construction

X

X

3

1

Landscape Gardening Prod. Tech.

HOR134

Greenhouse Operations

X

X

3

1

Landscape Gardening Prod. Tech.

HOR160

Plant Materials I

X

X

3

1

Landscape Gardening Prod. Tech.

HOR164

Horticultural Pest Management

X

X

3

1

Landscape Gardening Prod. Tech.

DFT151

CAD I

X

X

3

1

Mechanical Engineering Tech.

DFT152

CAD II

X

X

3

1

Mechanical Engineering Tech.

DFT153

CAD III

X

X

3

1

Mechanical Engineering Tech.

HYD110

Hydraulics/Pneumatics I

X

X

3

1

Mechanical Engineering Tech.

MEC145

Manufacturing Materials I

X

X

3

1

Mechanical Engineering Tech.

MED121

Medical Terminology

X

X

3

1

Medical Office Administration

MED122

Medical Terminology II

X

X

3

1

Medical Office Administration

MED130

Admin Office Procedures I

X

X

3

1

Medical Office Administration

OST149

Medical Legal Issues

X

X

3

1

Medical Office Administration

OST164

Text Editing Applications

X

X

3

1

Medical Office Administration

OST130

Comprehensive Keyboarding

X

X

3

1

Office Administration

OST134

Text Entry and Formatting

X

X

3

1

Office Administration

OST136

Word Processing

X

X

3

1

Office Administration

OST164

Text Editing Applications

X

X

3

1

Office Administration

OST184

Records Management I

X

X

3

1

Office Administration

College Transfer Courses—Associate in Arts (AA) and Associate in Sciences (AS) ENG111

Writing and Inquiry

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ENG112

Writing/Research

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ART111

Art Appreciation

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ART114

Art History Survey I

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ART115

Art History Survey II

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

COM231

Public Speaking

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

84

College Code

Description

Grade Level 9

Number of 10 11 12 College Hours

Number of High School Credits

Weight

Pathway

College Transfer Courses—Associate in Arts (AA) and Associate in Sciences (AS) ENG111

Writing and Inquiry

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ENG112

Writing/Research

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ART111

Art Appreciation

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ART114

Art History Survey I

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ART115

Art History Survey II

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

COM231

Public Speaking

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ENG231

American Literature I

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ENG232

American Literature II

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ENG241

British Literature I

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ENG242

British Literature II

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

MUS110

Music Appreciation

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

MUS112

Introduction to Jazz

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

PHI215

Philosophical Issues

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

PHI240

Introduction to Ethics

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ECO251

Principles of Microeconomics

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

ECO252

Principles of Macroeconomics

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

HIS111

World Civilizations I

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

HIS112

World Civilizations II

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

POL120

American Government

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

PSY150

General Psychology

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

SOC210

Introduction to Sociology

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

MAT143

Quantitative Literacy

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA

MAT152

Statistical Method

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA

MAT171

Precalculus Algebra

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

MAT172

Precalculus Trigonometry

X

X

3

1

Yes

AS

MAT263

Brief Calculus

X

X

3

1

Yes

AS

MAT271

Calculus I

X

X

3

1

Yes

AS

MAT272

Calculus II

X

X

3

1

Yes

AS

AST 151/ 151A

General Astronomy and Lab

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

BIO110

Principles of Biology

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

BIO111

General Biology I

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

BIO112

General Biology II

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA

CHM151

General Chemistry I

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

CHM152

General Chemistry II

X

X

3

1

Yes

AS—must take CHM151 & CHM152

GEL111

Introductory Geology

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

PHY110/ 110A

Conceptual Physics and Lab

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

PHY151 & 152

College Physics I and College Physics II

X

X

8

2

Yes

AS

PHY251 & 252

General Physics I and General Physics II

X

X

8

2

Yes

AS

ACA122

College Transfer Success

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

SPA111

Elementary Spanish I

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

SPA112

Elementary Spanish II

X

X

3

1

Yes

AA, AS

85

Registration Worksheet Refer to graduation requirements (page 4) and minimum college requirements as you plan classes to take. You must get approval of department teachers to take any honors or advanced placement class. Check course descriptions to make sure you have met all prerequisites and/or application processes.

Grade 9 Class

Course Name

Teacher Initials

Class

English

English

Math

Math or elective

Science

Social Studies

Health & PE

Elective

Course Name

Teacher Initials

Grade 10 Class

Course Name

Teacher Initials

Class

Course Name

Teacher Initials

Course Name

Teacher Initials

Class

Course Name

Teacher Initials

Course Name

Teacher Initials

Class

Course Name

Teacher Initials

English Math Science Social Studies

Grade 11 Class English Math Science Social Studies

Grade 12 Class English Math Social Studies

Alternates:   

86

Scholars Checklists North Carolina Academic Scholars You must complete all graduation requirements and the requirements listed below to qualify. Course Requirement

List Courses Taken to Meet Requirements

Chemistry or Physics (1 credit) Elective Course Concentration (4 credits) Recommended from: CTE, Arts, JROTC, World Languages, or any subject area

World Language Courses (2 credits)

Second Level or Advanced Courses (3 credits)

GPA: 3.500 unweighted by the end of third nine weeks of senior year

Freshman Year: Sophomore Year: Junior Year: Senior Year:

President’s Education Awards Program: Senior Year You must complete all graduation requirements plus the requirements listed below to qualify. Requirement

Checklist

GPA: 3.5 unweighted 85th percentile or above on one of the national tests listed

Math SAT: Verbal SAT: ACT Composite Score: SAT Subject Test

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