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
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Suggested Course Sequence
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Course Selection Process and Schedule Changes
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Credit by Demonstrated Mastery
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District Promotion Standards
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Athletic Participation Requirements
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Weighted Grade Policy
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Scholars Programs and Recognition at Graduation
8-9 10-13
North Carolina Career Clusters
Course Descriptions English
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Math
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Science
21
Social Studies
25
World Languages
29
Arts Education
30
Media and Service/Support
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North Carolina Virtual Public School
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Health and Physical Education
36
Naval Science
37
Career and Technical Education
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Exceptional Children’s Courses and Occupational Course of Study
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Caldwell Career Center Middle College
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Caldwell Early College High School
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Career and College Promise—Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute
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Course Matrix
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Registration Worksheet
86
Scholars Checklist
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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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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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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
ENG
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.
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LANG
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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):
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
CTE
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
Schools: CC—Career Center; CEC—Caldwell Early College; G—Gateway; H—Hibriten; SC—South Caldwell; WC—West Caldwell 53
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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 *
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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
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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
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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
82
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
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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
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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:
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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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