cte course guide

Ector County ISD300 E. 29th Street

Odessa, Texas 79762432-456-8919

Career & Technical Education and Programs of Study

Students in the Ector County ISD are encouraged to explore college and career opportunities and personal interests through Career & Technical Education (CTE) and other technology-based course offerings. Obtaining specialized CTE instruction in high school will assist students in obtaining college credit, earning business/industry-recognized certifications, and developing leadership and workplace skills in preparation for the high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand career fields of the 21st century.

CTE courses are organized by 13 Career Clusters and 28 Programs of Study.

CTE courses are available to any ECISD student regardless of which high school campus they attend, unless otherwise noted within the course description. Many of these courses may count for college credit at participating colleges and universities. For qualifications and criteria of CTE college credit courses, please see the CTE Counselor at either Odessa or Permian high schools or the administrative staff at the Advanced Technical Center.

Many CTE courses are subject to special considerations due to college-level rigor, business/industry alignment, and/or interdisciplinary curriculum. Such CTE courses provide additional educational opportunities for students. Here is a summary of special considerations for CTE courses and the abbreviations found in the course descriptions:

Special Considerations and Abbreviations: (TP) denotes Tech Prep courses where college credit may be earned through local or state-wide articulated

credit (Tech Prep or Advanced Technical Credit). Some Tech Prep designations vary annually based on teacher certification status. Please see the CTE Counselor at either Odessa or Permian high schools or the administrative staff at the Advanced Technical Center for any questions concerning Tech Prep eligible courses.

(DC) denotes Dual Credit course.

(Weighted) denotes course receives weighted grade points.

(Speech) denotes course may satisfy requirements for Speech credit.

(Art) denotes course may satisfy requirements for Art credit.

(Math) denotes course may satisfy requirements for Math credit.

(Science) denotes course may satisfy requirements for Science credit.

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

PROGRAM NOTES*Principles of Floral Design = 1 Fine Arts Credit*Advanced Plant and Soil Science = 4th Year Science Credit

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS*Horticulture and Landscape Design Program: NONE*Agricultural Science Program: Floral Design; Irrigation Technician

COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIESYes

Horticulture & Landscape Design

8405 PRIN OF AG Principles of Agriculture Grade Level: 10-12 Credit: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Co-requisite (same year): Principles of Floral Design

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources cluster. Topics of study include agricultural history, agricultural career opportunities, and modern developments agricultural production and technology.

8416 PRIN FLORAL DSN (Art)Principles of Floral Design Grade Level: 10-12 Credit: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Co-requisite (same year): Principles of Agriculture

This course is designed to develop students' ability to identify and demonstrate the principles and techniques related to floral design as well as develop an understanding of the management of floral enterprises.

8417 HORT SCI (TP) Horticulture Science Grade Level: 11-12 Credit: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisites: Principles of Floral Design and Principles of AgricultureCo-requisite (same year): Landscape Design

This course is designed to develop an understanding of common horticultural management practices as they relate to food and ornamental plant production. The lab-based course emphasizes greenhouse and nursery crop production and fruit, nut, and vegetable crop production .

8420 LAND SCP DSN (TP) Landscape Design Grade Level: 11-12 Credit: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisites: Floral Design and Principles of Agriculture Co-requisite (same year): Horticulture Science

This course is designed to develop an understanding of landscape and turf grass management techniques and practices. Units of study include the design, construction, and maintenance of planted areas and devices for the beautification of home grounds and other areas of human habitation and recreation.

8419 PRAC HORTPracticum in Horticulture Science Grade Level: 12 Credit: 2 Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisites: Horticulture Science and Landscape Design

This practicum course emphasizes greenhouse, nursery crop, and food crop production; landscaping; floral design; and career opportunities, leadership activities, and business practices related to the horticulture industry. This course prepares students for the Floral Certification and Irrigation Technician Certification. Students must meet state requirements for licensure and be willing to commit to extra work after school.

8418 ADV PLNT SOIL (Science- 4th year only)Advanced Plant and Soil Science Grade Level: 12 Credit: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisites: Horticulture Science and Landscape DesignCo-requisite (same year): Ecology Management. This course may be taken outside of the coherent sequence for science credit on a case by case basis.

This lab-based course is designed to prepare students for college and careers in the horticulture industry. Units of study are based on investigations, laboratory practices, and field exercises to develop an understanding of scientific plant and soil science applications.

Agricultural Science

8405 PRIN OF AG Principles of Agriculture Grade Level: 10-12 Credit: 1 in 1 semester Location: Odessa High School (Transportation Provided for PHS Students)Co-requisite (same year): Livestock Production

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources cluster. Topics of study include agricultural history, agricultural career opportunities, and modern developments agricultural production and technology.

8406 LIVESTOCK PRODLivestock Production Grade Level: 10-12 Credit: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Odessa High School (Transportation Provided for PHS Students)Co-requisite (same year): Principles of Agriculture

This lab-based course is designed to prepare students for careers in the field of animal science and livestock production. Animal species to be addressed in this course may include, but are not limited to, beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry.

8408 EQUINE SCIEquine Science Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Odessa High School (Transportation Provided for PHS Students)Prerequisite: Principles of Agriculture and Livestock Production Co-requisite (same year): Veterinary Medical Applications.

The lab-based course is designed to prepare students for careers in the field of animal science with an emphasis of equine science. Suggested animals which may be included in the course of study include, but are not limited to, horses, donkeys, and mules.

8410 VET MED APPS Veterinary Medical Applications Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Odessa High School (Transportation Provided for PHS Students)Prerequisites: Principles of Agriculture and Livestock Production Co-requisite (same year): Equine Science or Advanced Animal Science.

This course examines the scientific and technological dimensions of veterinary practice. Instruction is designed to allow for the application of scientific and medical aspects of animal science through field and laboratory experiences.

8411 PRAC AGRI SCI Practicum in Agricultural Science Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2 Location: Odessa High School (Transportation Provided for PHS Students)Prerequisites: Principles of Agriculture and two additional advanced agriculture course.

A laboratory-oriented course designed to develop skills in the various technical areas of agricultural industries. This practicum course emphasizes food crop production; animal science; livestock production and career opportunities, leadership activities, and business practices related to agriculture.

Architecture & Construction

PROGRAM NOTESNone

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS*National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)


Construction

8441 CONST TECH Construction Technology Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 2 Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Recommended Prerequisite: Algebra I

In Construction Technology, students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force as carpenters or building maintenance supervisors or prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management. Students acquire knowledge and skills in safety, tool usage, building materials, codes, and framing.

8442 ADV CONST TECH Advanced Construction Technology Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2 Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Construction Technology

In Advanced Construction Technology, students gain advanced knowledge and skills specific to those needed to enter the work force as carpenters, building maintenance technicians, or supervisors or prepare for a postsecondary degree in construction management. Students build on the knowledge base from Construction Technology and are introduced to exterior and interior finish out skills. This course prepares students for NCCER Construction Certifications. Students must meet industry requirements for licensure and be willing to commit to extra work after school.

8461 PRAC CONST MGMT Practicum in Construction Management Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2 Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Advanced Construction Technology

Practicum in Construction Management is a capstone course designed to provide classroom technical instruction or on-the-job training experiences. Safety and career opportunities are included in addition to work ethics and job-related study in the classroom. This course prepares students for NCCER Construction Certifications. Students must meet industry requirements for licensure and be willing to commit to extra work after school.

Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

PROGRAM NOTESNone

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS*Adobe (Graphic Communications)*Maya (3-D Animation)

COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIESYes: 3-D Animation; Graphic CommunicationsNo: Fashion Design; Audio and Video Production

3-D Animation

8465 ANIMATIONAnimation Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Recommended Prerequisite: Algebra IRecommended Co-requisite: Geometry

In this course, students will gain understanding and practice the fundamentals of 3-dimensional (3-D) graphic design and digital animation using Maya software. Animation prepares students for a variety of college and career fields including digital animation, video game design, 3-D digital art, and special effects design.

8466 ADV ANIMATION (DC, weighted)Advanced Animation Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Animation

Advanced Animation focuses on all aspects of motion graphics using Maya software. Within this context, students will be expected to create two- and three-dimensional animations. The instruction also assists students seeking careers in the animation industry including digital animation, video game design, 3-D digital art, and special effects design.

8469 PRAC ANI (DC, weighted) Practicum in Animation Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Advanced Animation

The Practicum in Animation is the project-based capstone course in the Animation program. Within this context, students will be expected to develop and demonstrate technical proficiency in 3-D animation using Maya software and work toward earning a Maya-based industry certificate.

Graphic Communications

XXXX GRAPHDI (13008800)Graphic Design and Illustration Grade Level: 10-11 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications

This course is the first half of a two-year program that reflects the dynamics of media technology in the advertising industry. Using state-of-the-art computer graphic and digital photography programs, students will develop the skills necessary for entry-level employment and/or to continue on to higher level educational programs. A strong interest in art, design as well as fundamental computer sills is very important in this program.

XXXX ADVGRADI (13008900)Advanced Graphic Design and Illustration Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Graphic Design and Illustration

This course is the first half of a two-year program that reflects the dynamics of media technology in the advertising industry. Using state-of-the-art computer graphic and digital photography programs, students will develop the skills necessary for entry-level employment and/or to continue on to higher level educational programs. A strong interest in art, design as well as fundamental computer sills is very important in this program.

XXXX PRACGRADI (1300900)Practicum in Graphic Design and Illustration Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Advanced Graphic Design and Illustration

The course expands on Graphic Design & Illustration including advanced skills in image editing and vector graphic software focusing on

original creation and design of computer graphics for use as ornamentation, illustration, and advertising. Students are expected to interpret, evaluate and justify design decisions. Instruction is project-based and students will develop advanced technical skills needed for success in visual communication industries while furthering their knowledge about career opportunities, requirements, and expectations in the workplace. Additional focus will be placed on professional communication strategies and ethical decision making in regards to graphic design careers. The student is required to apply technical skills for efficiency and is expected to employ planning and time-management skills to complete work task. Software focus is in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.

Audio and Video Production

XXXX AVPROD (13008500)Audio and Video Production Grade Level: 10-11 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications

This course focuses on journalistic skill development in a variety of journalistic and technical settings. They will be provided training in the field of video production, learn the operation of studio and field cameras, videotape and digital editing equipment, audio equipment, and computer graphics. This course is for first year students who want to work in the ECISD Channel 10 Studio. Extra time will be devoted to after school and weekend productions.

XXXX ADVAPRO (13008600)Advanced Audio and Video Production Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Audio and Video Production

In Advanced Audio and Video Production, students need to be critical viewers, consumers and producers of media. This class provides advanced training and experience in television, from director to on-air talent. This course is for second year students who want to work in the ECISD Channel 10 Studio and are willing to devote time after school and on weekends for filming, editing and production purposes.

XXXX PRACAVT (13008700)Practicum in Audio and Video Production Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Advanced Audio and Video Production

Students study the role of media as a tool within academic, social, and democratic processes as they influence tastes, behavior,purchasing, and voting decisions. Students will examine the historical development of different mass media and related technologiesand personalities. Students will plan, produce, present, and evaluate media messages. They will develop ways to improve media andformulate guidelines for using media effectively to achieve governmental, societal, and cultural goals. Careers in audio and videotechnology and fi lm production span all aspects of the audio/video communications industry. Within this context, in addition todeveloping advanced knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/ Video Technology, and Communications careercluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced understanding of the industry with a focus on pre-production, production, andpost-production activities. This course may be implemented in an advanced audio format or an advanced format, including both audioand video.

Fashion Design

8475 FASHION DESIGN (TP) Fashion Design Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 2Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: None

Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, students will be expected to develop an understanding of fashion and the textile and apparel industries with an emphasis on design.

8476 ADV FASHION DESIGN (TP) Advanced Fashion Design Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Fashion DesignRecommended Prerequisite: Geometry

This second year course focuses on all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, students will be expected to develop an understanding of fashion and the textile and apparel industries with an emphasis on design.

8477 PRAC FASH Practicum in Fashion Design Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Advanced Fashion Design

This third year course focuses on all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, students will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in fashion design and production. Additionally, students will be expected to develop an understanding of the business aspects of fashion including promotion and retailing. Instruction will be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences with individualized projects.

Business, Marketing, and Finance

PROGRAM NOTES* Statistics and Risk Management = 4th Year Math Credit

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS* National Professional Certification in Customer Service (Business Management / Marketing)* Bookkeeping Fundamentals; IC3 (Finance)


Business Management

8485 PRIN BUS MK FIN Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)

Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance is a foundation course for Business, Marketing, and Finance students. In this course, students gain knowledge and skills in economies and private enterprise systems, the impact of global business, marketing of goods and services, advertising, and product pricing.

8486 PRIN BUS MK FIN Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 2 semestersLocation: Odessa High and Permian High Campuses


8489 BUS LAW Business Law Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Co-requisite (same year): Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance

This course focuses on issues relating to the business legal environment including, business ethics, torts, contracts, negotiable financial instruments, personal property, sales, warranties, types of business organizations, concept of agency and employment, and real property.

8492 ENTREP (TP) Entrepreneurship Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Co-requisite (same year): Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance

Entrepreneurship is a course designed to provide a foundation to plan, design, and start a profitable business venture. An essential component of this course is the development of a plan for a new business.

8490 BUS MGMT Business Management Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance

In this course, students analyze the primary functions of business management and leadership, which are planning, organizing, staffing, directing or leading, and controlling. Topics will incorporate social responsibility of business and industry. Students develop a foundation in the economical, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of business to become competent managers, employees, and entrepreneurs.

8491 PRAC BUS MGMT Practicum in Business Management Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Business Management

The Practicum in Business Management is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Students demonstrate proficiency in the economical, financial, technological, international, social, and ethical aspects of business in preparation for postsecondary education in Business Management and/or real-world business applications.

Finance & Accounting

8485 PRIN BUS MK FIN

Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semester Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Co-requisite (same year): Business Law, Entrepreneurship, or Professional Communications




8506 BANK FIN SRVS Banking & Financial Services Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Co-requisite (same year): Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance

In this course, students develop a broad base of knowledge that includes the operations, sales, and management of banking institutions to gain a complete understanding of how banks function within society.

8507 ACCOUNTING 1 (TP, Weighted) Accounting 1 Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisites: Algebra I, Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance and Banking & Financial Services

In Accounting, students investigate the field of accounting, including how it is impacted by industry standards as well as economic, financial, technological, international, social, legal, and ethical factors. Students engage in the process of recording, classifying, summarizing, analyzing, and communicating accounting information.

8508 ACCOUNTING 2 (TP, Weighted) Accounting 2 Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisites: Algebra I and Accounting I

In Accounting 2, students investigate the field of accounting, including how it is impacted by industry standards as well as economic, financial, technological, international, social, legal, and ethical factors. Students reflect on this knowledge as they engage in various managerial and cost accounting activities.

8509 FIN ANAYSIS (Weighted) Financial Analysis Grade Level: 12 Credits: 1 credit in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Accounting II Co-requisite (same year): Statistics & Risks Management

In Financial Analysis, students will develop analytical skills by actively evaluating financial results of multiple businesses, interpreting results for stakeholders, and presenting strategic recommendations for performance improvement.

8510 STAT RISK MGMT (Math-4th year only, Weighted) Statistics & Risks Management Grade Level: 12 Credits: 1 credit in 1 semester Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Accounting IICo-requisite (same year): Financial Analysis. This course may be taken outside of the coherent sequence for math credit on a case by case basis.

In Statistics & Risks Management, students will use a variety of graphical and numerical techniques to analyze patterns and departures from patterns to identify and manage risk that could impact an organization. Students will use probability as a tool for anticipating and forecasting data within business models to make decisions. Students will determine the appropriateness of methods used to collect data to ensure conclusions are valid.

Marketing

8485 PRIN BUS MK FIN Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semester Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Co-requisite (same year): Sports & Entertainment Marketing or Professional Communications



Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance is a foundation course for Business, Marketing, and Finance students. In this course, students gain knowledge and skills in economies and private enterprise systems, the impact of global business, marketing of goods and services,

advertising, and product pricing.

8572 SPORT ENTR MKTG Sports & Entertainment Marketing Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Co-requisite (same year): Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance

This course will provide students with a thorough understanding of the marketing concepts and theories that apply to sports and sporting events and entertainment. The areas this course will cover include basic marketing, target marketing and segmentation, sponsorship, event marketing, promotions, sponsorship proposals, and implementation of sports and entertainment marketing plans.

8573 MKGT DYNAM (TP)Marketing Dynamics Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance

In this course, students will gain knowledge and skills that help them to be proficient in one or more of the marketing functional areas associated with distribution, financing, marketing information management, pricing, product planning, promotion, purchasing, risk management, and selling skills.

8574 PRAC MKGT DYNAM (Weighted)Practicum in Marketing Dynamics Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Marketing Dynamics

The Practicum in Marketing Dynamics is designed to give students the opportunity to Students to illustrate appropriate management and research skills to create the marketing mix. This course covers technology, communication, and customer-service skills in Marketing.

Education and Training

PROGRAM NOTESNone

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS* Child Development Associate; Education Aide I (Ready, Set, Teach)


Early Childhood Education

8497 PRIN HUMAN SRVSPrinciples of Human Services Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: ½ in 1 semesterLocation: Odessa High and Permian High Campuses

This laboratory course will enable students to investigate careers in the education and human services career fields including, education, counseling and mental health, and early childhood development.

8498 CHILD DEVChild Development Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: ½ in 1 semester

Location: Odessa High and Permian High CampusesCo-requisite (same year): Principles of Human Services

This course addresses knowledge and skills related to child growth and development from prenatal through school-age children, equipping students with child development skills. Students use these skills to promote the well-being and healthy development of children and investigate careers related to the care and education of children.

8499 CHILD GUIDANCE (DC, Weighted)Child Guidance Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Principles of Human Services, Child Development, and successful completion of all other non-core academic graduation requirements & Dual Credit paperwork for Odessa College.

This dual-credit course addresses the knowledge and skills related to child growth and guidance equipping students to develop positive relationships with children and effective caregiver skills. Students use these skills to promote the well-being and healthy development of children, strengthen a culturally diverse society, and pursue careers related to the care, guidance, and education of children, including those with special needs.

8500 PRAC EARLY CHLD (DC, Weighted) Practicum in Early Childhood Education Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Child Guidance and successful completion of all other non-core academic graduation requirements & Dual Credit paperwork for Odessa College.

The Practicum in Human Services provides occupationally specific training and focuses on early childhood development and services, counseling and mental health services, and family and community services careers. Content for Practicum in Human Services aligns to Odessa College curriculum and is a dual-credit course that addresses both theoretical and practical experiences in Child Guidance.

Ready, Set, Teach 8497 PRIN HUMAN SRVSPrinciples of Human Services Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: ½ in 1 semesterLocation: Odessa High and Permian High Campuses

This laboratory course will enable students to investigate careers in the education and human services career fields including, education, counseling and mental health, and early childhood development.

8498 CHILD DEV Child Development Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: ½ in 1 semesterLocation: Odessa High and Permian High CampusesCo-requisite (same year): Principles of Human Services

This course addresses knowledge and skills related to child growth and development from prenatal through school-age children, equipping students with child development skills. Students use these skills to promote the well-being and healthy development of children and investigate careers related to the care and education of children.

8495 READY, SET, TEACH Ready, Set, Teach Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Principles of Human Services and Child Development

This course is a field-based internship which provides students with background knowledge of the principles of effective teaching practices. Students in Ready, Set, Teach 1 work under the joint direction and supervision of both a Family and Consumer Sciences teacher and exemplary educators in direct instructional roles with elementary, middle, and/or high school-aged students. Students from the class plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, make physical arrangements, and complete other responsibilities of classroom teachers.

8496 READY, SET, TEACH 2 Ready, Set, Teach 2 Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Ready, Set, Teach

Ready, Set, Teach 2 is a field-based internship which provides students with background knowledge of the principles of effective teaching practices. Students in Ready, Set, Teach 2 work under the joint direction and supervision of both a Family and Consumer Sciences teacher and exemplary educators in direct instructional roles with elementary, middle, and/or high school-aged students. Students from the class plan and direct individualized instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, assist with record keeping, make physical arrangements, and complete other responsibilities of classroom teachers.

Health Science

PROGRAM NOTES

* Three Programs of Study: Medical Billing and Coding; Nursing and Allied Health (CNA); Pharmacy Technician* Medical Microbiology = 4th Year Science Credit* Pathophysiology = 4th Year Science Credit

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS* Certified Nursing Assistant* Pharmacy Technician* Certified Medical Assistant


8523 PRIN HEALTH SCI (TP)Principles of Health Science Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Co-requisites (same year): Biology and Medical Terminology

Principles of Health Science provides an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry.

8514 MEDTERM (TP, Weighted)Medical Terminology Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Co-requisites (same year): Biology and Principles of Health Science

This course is designed to develop a working knowledge of the language of medicine. Students acquire word-building skills by learning prefixes, suffixes, roots, and abbreviations. By relating terms to body systems, students identify proper use of words in a medical environment.

8515 HEALTH SCI (TP, Weighted) Health Science Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Biology, Principles of Health Science, and Medical TerminologyRecommended co-requisites: Chemistry and Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems

The Health Science course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will have hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development.

8516 PRAC HLTH CNA (Weighted)Practicum in Health Science, Certified Nurse Aide Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Health Science This course may be taken as a second-year HST course pending availability of seats and fulfillment of certification prerequisites.Recommended Co-requisite: Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems as a prerequisite or co-requisite.

This course prepares students for the Certified Nurse Aide certificate. Students must meet state requirements for licensure and Odessa College criteria for hospital clinical rotations and be willing to commit to extra work after school.

8517 PRAC HLTH PHARM (Weighted)Practicum in Health Science, Pharmacy Technician Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Health ScienceRecommended Co-requisite: Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems as a prerequisite or co-requisite.

This course prepares students for the Pharmacy Technician certificate. Students must meet state requirements for licensure and be willing to commit to extra work after school. This course may be taken as a second-year HST course pending availability of seats and fulfillment of certification prerequisites.

8521 PRAC HLTH MED (Weighted)Practicum in Health Science, Medical Billing and Coding Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2 Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Health ScienceRecommended Co-requisite: Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems as a prerequisite or co-requisite.

This course prepares students for the Medical Billing and Coding certificate. Students must meet state requirements for licensure and be willing to commit to extra work after school. This course may be taken as a

second-year HST course pending availability of seats and fulfillment of certification prerequisites.

8519 MED MICROBIO (Science, Weighted) Medical Microbiology Grade Level: 12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Health ScienceCo-requisite (same year): Pathophysiology. This course may be taken outside of the coherent sequence for science credit on a case-by-case basis.

Students in Pathophysiology study disease processes and how humans are affected. Emphasis is placed on prevention and treatment of disease. Students will differentiate between normal and abnormal physiology.

8520 PATHOPHYS (Science, Weighted) Pathophysiology Grade Level: 12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Health ScienceCo-requisite (same year): Medical Microbiology. This course may be taken outside of the coherent sequence for science credit on a case-by-case basis.

Students in Pathophysiology study disease processes and how humans are affected. Emphasis is placed on prevention and treatment of disease. Students will differentiate between normal and abnormal physiology.

8518 ANAT PHYS (TP, Science, Weighted)Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 1

Location: Odessa High and Permian High CampusesRecommended Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry

In this course, topics will be presented through an integration of biology, chemistry, and physics. Students will study the structures and functions of the human body and body systems and will investigate the body’s responses to forces, maintenance of homeostasis, electrical interactions, transport systems, and energy systems.

Hospitality & Tourism

PROGRAM NOTESNone

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS* ServSafe


Culinary Arts

8525 PRIN HOSP TOUR Principles of Hospitality & Tourism Grade Level: 9 Credits: 1 in 2 semestersLocation: Junior High School CampusesCo-requisite (same year): Restaurant Management or Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness

The hospitality and tourism industry encompasses lodging; travel and tourism; recreation, amusements, attractions, and resorts; and restaurants and food beverage service. This course is an introduction to the hospitality and tourism industry, which maintains the largest

national employment base in the private sector.

8351 RESTAURANT MGMT (TP)Restaurant Management Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Co-requisite (same year): Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness

This course will emphasize the principles of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the management of a variety of food service operations. The course will provide insight into the operation of a well-run restaurant.

8532 LFTM NUTR WLNS (TP) Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Co-requisite (same year): Restaurant Management

This laboratory course allows students to use principles of lifetime wellness and nutrition to help them make informed choices that promote wellness as well as pursue careers related to hospitality and tourism, education and training, human services, and health sciences.

8527 CULINARY ARTS (TP)Culinary Arts Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Restaurant Management and Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness

Culinary Arts begins with the fundamentals and principles of the art of cooking and the science of baking and includes management and production skills and techniques. Students can pursue a national sanitation certification, a culinary certification, or any other appropriate industry certification.

8528 PRAC CULINARY ARTS (TP)Practicum in Culinary Arts Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Culinary Arts

The practicum in Culinary Arts requires students to demonstrate proficiency in the fundamentals and principles of the art of cooking and the science of baking and includes management and production skills and techniques. Students can pursue a national sanitation certification, a culinary certification, or any other appropriate industry certification.

Human Services

PROGRAM NOTESNone

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS* Cosmetology License


Cosmetology

8540 COSMETOLOGY I (DC)Cosmetology I Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 3Location: Odessa College (Transportation Available for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Meet admission requirements for Odessa College and successful completion of all other non-core academic

graduation requirement.This laboratory-based course is designed to provide job-specific training for employment in cosmetology careers. Instruction includes sterilization and sanitation procedures, hair care, nail care, and skin care and meets the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requirements for licensure upon passing the state examination.

8541 COSMETOLOGY II (DC)Cosmetology II Grade Level: 12 Credits: 3Location: Odessa College (Transportation Available for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Meet admission requirements for Odessa College and successful completion of all other non-core academic graduation requirement; Cosmetology I.

This course is designed to provide advanced training for employment in cosmetology careers. Instruction includes advanced training in sterilization and sanitation processes, hair care, nail care, and skin care and meets the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requirements for licensure upon passing the state examination.

Information Technology

PROGRAM NOTESNone

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS* Microsoft (Network Support Services)* A+ Networking (Network Support Services)


Network Support Services

8547 TELECOMM NTWK (TP, Weighted) Telecommunications & Networking Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Recommended Prerequisite: Algebra 1

In this course, students develop knowledge of the concepts and skills related to telecommunications and data networking technologies and practices in order to apply them to personal or career development.

8546 COMPUTER MNTN (TP) Computer Maintenance Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 2Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Telecommunications & Networking

In Computer Maintenance, students acquire principles of computer maintenance, including electrical and electronic theory, computer hardware principles, and broad level components related to the installation, diagnosis, service, and repair of computer systems.

8548 COMPUTER TECH (TP, Weighted) Computer Technician Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Computer Maintenance

Students gain knowledge and skills in the area of computer technologies, including advanced knowledge of electrical and electronic theory, computer principles, and components related to the installation, diagnosis, service, and repair of computer-based technology systems. This course prepares students for the A+ certificate. Students must meet industry requirements for licensure and be willing to commit to extra work after school.

Computer Science

2496 COMP SCIComputer Science I Grade Level: 10-12 Credit: 1Location: Odessa High and Permian High CampusesPrerequisite/Notes: Algebra I

Students will learn coding in a contemporary programming language and will learn to identify task requirements; select appropriate technology for the task; and use that technology as a problem solving tool to synthesize knowledge, create a solution, and evaluate and communicate results.

4495 COMP SCI DC (DC, Weighted) Computer Science Dual-Credit Grade Level: 11-12 Credit: 1 Location: Odessa High and Permian High Campuses

Prerequisite/Notes: BCIS or Business Information Management, Algebra I with a 70 or higher; Dual Credit college enrollment requirements.

This dual credit course taught at Odessa College and UTPB entitles students to receive both high school and college computer science credit at the same time. The instruction will be college level and the work load will be heavier than in a regular high school course. Students will learn coding in a contemporary programming language and will learn to identify task requirements; select appropriate technology for the task; and use that technology as a problem-solving tool to synthesize knowledge, create a solution, and evaluate and communicate results. This class will satisfy the computer requirement for high school graduation.

4496 PRE AP COMP SCI (Weighted) Pre-AP Computer Science Grade Level: 10-12 Credit: 1 Location: Odessa High and Permian High CampusesPrerequisite/Notes: Algebra I

Pre-Advanced Placement Computer Science is the first course in the advanced study of Computer Science and the first course in the Programming and Software Development Program of Study (Information Technology Cluster). Building upon a foundation of mathematical reasoning, the prerequisites include experience in problem solving, appreciation of the need to logically develop a topic, and competence in written communication. Integral parts of this course include algorithm development, program design issues, hardware and software components, the responsible use of computer systems, and coding in the programming language Java.

4497 AP COMP SCI A (Weighted) AP Computer Science A Grade Level: 11-12 Credit: 1 Location: Odessa High and Permian High CampusesPrerequisite/Notes: Pre-AP Computer Science I

Advanced Placement Computer Science A is the second course in the advanced study of computer science and the second course in the Programming and Software Development Program of Study (Information Technology Cluster). This college-level course is designed for both those who plan to major in computer science and for those who will major in other disciplines that require significant computing involvement. Familiarity with mathematical function notation is a prerequisite. This course prepares students for the College Board AP Computer Science examination and represents achievement for which universities grant placement, credit and awards in accordance with their own policies. For students electing to take the AP exam, the exam fee is paid at district expense. Students may elect to compete in the UIL Academic Computer Science contest which uses the AP curriculum as its primary source. Scholarships are available for students advancing in this contest. This course will count as a fourth math credit if taken after Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II and will be taught at the home campus (OHS and PHS). Students in this course receive weighted credit.

2898 TAIND1 (Weighted)Independent Study in Technology Applications (Computer Science) Grade Level: 12 Credit: 1Location: Odessa High and Permian High CampusesPrerequisite/Notes: AP Computer Science A

Independent Study is the third course in the advanced study of computer science and the third course in the Computer Science Program of Study. Students may also elect to repeat the AP Computer Science exam and elect to compete in the UIL Academic Computer Science contest. Additionally, a unit on Robotics may be covered. This course will be taught at the home campus (OHS and PHS).

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security

PROGRAM NOTESNone

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS* Basic Fire Suppression* Emergency Medical Technician


Fire Academy

8555 FIREFIGHTER 1 (DC, Weighted)

Fire Fighter 1 Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2Location: Odessa College (Transportation Available for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Meet admission requirements for Odessa College and successful completion of all other non-core academic graduation requirement.

Firefighter 1 introduces students to firefighter safety and development. Students will analyze Texas Commission on Fire Protection rules and regulations, proper incident reporting and records, proper use of personal protections equipment, and the principles of fire safety. This course prepares students for Basic Fire Suppression certification. Students must meet state requirements for licensure and be willing to commit to extra work after school. Participating in strenuous physical training is required.

8556 FIREFIGHTER 2 (DC, Weighted) Fire Fighter 2 Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2Location: Odessa College (Transportation Available for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Meet admission requirements for Odessa College and successful completion of all other non-core academic graduation requirement.

Firefighter 2 is the second in a series for students studying firefighter safety and development. Students will understand Texas Commission on Fire Protection rules and regulations, proper incident reporting and records, proper use of personal protections equipment, and the principles of fire safety. Students will use procedures for use of fire extinguishers, ladders, fire hose, and water supply apparatuses. This course prepares students for Basic Fire Suppression certification and EMT certification. Students must meet state requirements for licensure and be willing to commit to extra work after school. Participating in strenuous physical training is required.

Criminal Justice

8550 LAW ENFRC 1 (DC) Law Enforcement 1 Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS StudentsPrerequisite: Meet admission requirements for Odessa College and successful completion of all other non-core academic graduation requirement.

Law Enforcement 1 is an overview of the history, organization, and functions of local, state, and federal law enforcement. This course includes the role of constitutional law, the United States legal system, criminal law, law enforcement terminology, and the classification and elements of crime.

8551 LAW ENFRC 2 (DC) Law Enforcement 2 Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Meet admission requirements for Odessa College and successful completion of all other non-core academic graduation requirement.

Law Enforcement 2 provides the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare for a career in law enforcement. This course includes the ethical and legal responsibilities, operation of police and emergency telecommunication equipment, and courtroom testimony.

Manufacturing

PROGRAM NOTESNone

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS* American Welding Society SENSE (Welding)* National Center for Construction Education and Research NCCER (Welding)


Welding

8560 WELDING Welding Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 2Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Recommended Prerequisite: Algebra 1

Welding is an introductory course designed to provide broad introductory skills and a basic understanding of career and training requirements for four metal manufacturing-related careers: metal trades; welding; sheet metal; and machine shop. Students will study common manufacturing tools, machines, materials, and processes in the laboratory. Experiences in planning and controlling simulated manufacturing systems and projects allow students to explore the organizational structures and management strategies in manufacturing with an emphasis in welding and metal fabrication.

8561 ADV WELDING (TP, Weighted) Advanced Welding Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Recommended Prerequisite: Geometry Prerequisite: Welding

Advanced Welding builds on the foundation establish in Welding. This course is designed to provide job-specific training for entry-level employment in welding careers. Instruction includes blueprint reading, cutting and welding with oxygen and gas fuels, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc and gas metal arc welding processes.

8564 PRAC WELDING (TP, Weighted) Practicum in Welding Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Advanced Welding

The Practicum in Welding builds on the foundation established in Advanced Welding. This capstone course is designed to provide job-specific training for entry-level employment in welding careers. Instruction includes student demonstration of proficiency in blueprint reading, cutting and welding with oxygen and gas fuels, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc and gas metal arc welding processes.

Science, Technology Engineering & Mathematics

PROGRAM NOTES* Principles of Technology = 1 Science Credit* Engineering Mathematics = 1 Math Credit

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONSNone


Engineering— Project Lead the Way®

8587 INTRO ENG DSN (TP)

Intro to Engineering Design Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Algebra 1 Co-requisite (Same Year): Principles of Engineering and Geometry (or higher level math)

This Project Lead the Way® course uses a design development process while enriching problem solving skills. Students create and analyze models using specialized computer software.

8588 PRIN ENG (TP) Principles of Engineering Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Algebra 1Co-requisites (Same Year): Intro to Engineering Design and Geometry (or higher level math)

This first-year Project Lead the Way® course explores technology systems and manufacturing processes; addresses the social and political consequences of technological change.

8589 DIGITAL ELEC (TP, Weighted) Digital Electronics Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisites: Intro to Engineering Design, Principles of Engineering, and GeometryCo-requisites (Same Year): Civil Engineering & Architecture or Computer Integrated Manufacturing, and Algebra 2 (or higher level math)

This second-year Project Lead the Way® course teaches applied logic through work with electronic circuitry, which students also construct and test for functionality.

8590 CIVIL ENG ARCH (TP, Weighted)Civil Engineering & Architecture Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisites: Intro to Engineering Design, Principles of Engineering, and GeometryCo-requisites (Same Year): Digital Electronics and Algebra 2 (or higher level math)

This second-year Project Lead the Way® course introduces students to the interdependent fields of civil engineering and architecture; students learn project planning, site planning, and building design.

8591 AEROSPACE ENGComputer Integrated Manufacturing Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisites: Intro to Engineering Design, Principles of Engineering, and GeometryCo-requisites (Same Year): Digital Electronics and Algebra 2 (or higher level math)

This second-year Project Lead the Way® gives students the opportunity engage in hand-on engineering projects and problems to teach students about aerodynamics, astronauts, space-life sciences, and systems engineering.

8592 ENG DSN DEVELOP (Weighted)Engineering Design & Development Grade Level: 12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisites: Successful completion of four (4) credits of Project Lead the Way® courses and Algebra 2 (or higher level math)Co-requisite (Same Year): Engineering Mathematics or Pre-Calculus (or higher level math)

This is the capstone Project Lead the Way® course. Under the guidance of a community mentor, teams employ all the skills and knowledge gained through previous coursework to brainstorm, research, construct, and test a model in real-life situations (or simulations); document their designs; and present and defend the designs to a panel of experts.

8580 ENGIN MATH (Math Credit-4th year only) Engineering Mathematics Grade Level: 12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Algebra IICo-requisite (same year): Engineering Design & Development. This course may be taken outside of the coherent sequence for math credit on a case by case basis.

Engineering Mathematics is a course where students solve and model robotic design problems. Students use a variety of mathematical methods and models to represent and analyze problems involving data acquisition, spatial applications, electrical measurement, manufacturing processes, materials engineering, mechanical drives, pneumatics, process control systems, quality control, and robotics with computer programming.

8582 PRIN TECH (Science)

Principles of Technology Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semesterLocation: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisites: Successful completion of one (1) credit of science and Algebra 1Recommended Co-requisite (same year): Concepts of Technology. This course may be taken outside of the coherent sequence for Physics credit on a case by case basis.

In Principles of Technology, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Various systems will be described in terms of space, time, energy, and matter. Students will study a variety of topics that include laws of motion, conservation of energy, momentum, electricity, magnetism, thermodynamics, and characteristics and behavior of waves.

8579 ENG DSN PRES (DC, Weighted) Engineering Design and Presentation Grade Level: 12 Credits: 1Location: Odessa College (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Recommended Prerequisites: Successful completion of two (4) credits of Project Lead the Way® courses or Applied Physics and Technology courses at the Advanced Technical Center.Prerequisites: High School Calculus as a prerequisite or co-requisite and successful completion of all other non-core academic graduation requirements & Dual Credit paperwork for UTPB.

Students enrolled in this course will demonstrate knowledge and skills of the process of design as it applies to engineering fields using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce and present working drawings, solid model renderings, and prototypes. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Through implementation of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs. This course is available through UTPB for dual-credit.

Core ElectronicsThis program is designed to prepare students for college majors in the fields of Instrumentation, Wind Energy Technician, and Residential or Commercial Wiring.

8598 ELECTRONICS (DC, Weighted)Electronics Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2Location: Odessa College (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Recommended Prerequisites: Energy and Natural Resources Technology; Energy, Power, and Transportation Systems; or Construction TechnologyPrerequisite: Geometry and Successful completion of all other non-core academic graduation requirements & Dual Credit paperwork for Odessa College

Students enrolled in this course will demonstrate knowledge and applications of circuits, electronic measurement, and electronic implementation. Through use of the design process, students will transfer academic skills to component designs in a project-based environment. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Additionally, students explore career opportunities, employer expectations, and educational needs in the electronics industry.

8599 ADV ELECTRONICS (DC, Weighted)Advanced Electronics Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2Location: Odessa College (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Algebra 2, Electrical Technology and successful completion of all other non-core academic graduation requirements & Dual Credit paperwork for Odessa College

Students enrolled in this course will demonstrate knowledge and applications of advanced circuits, electrical measurement, and electrical implementation used in the electronics and computer industries. Through use of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs in a project-based environment. Additionally, students explore career opportunities, employer expectations, and educational needs in the electronics industry.

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

PROGRAM NOTESNone

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONSNATEF / ASE


Automotive Technology

8425 AUTO TECH (TP) Automotive Technology Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 2

Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Recommended Prerequisite: Algebra I

In Automotive Technology, students gain knowledge and skills in the repair, maintenance, and diagnosis of vehicle systems. This study allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings. The focus of this course is to teach the theory of operation of automotive vehicle systems and associated repair practices.

8426 ADV AUTO TECH (TP)Advanced Automotive Technology Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2

Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Automotive Technology

In Advanced Automotive Technology, students gain knowledge and skills in the repair, maintenance, and diagnosis of vehicle systems. This study allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings. The focus of this course is to teach the theory of operation of automotive vehicle systems and associated repair practices.

8429 PRAC AUTO TECH (TP)Practicum in Automotive Technology Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2

Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Advanced Automotive Technology

In the Practicum in Automotive Technology, students demonstrate proficiency in the repair, maintenance, and diagnosis of vehicle systems. This study allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings. The focus of this course is to prepare students for Automotive Service Excellence certification exams, entry into postsecondary education, or entry into the Automotive Technology career field as a technician.

Automotive Collision & Repair

8427 COL RP RFNS Collision Repair & Refinishing Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 2

Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: None

Collision Repair and Refinishing services include knowledge of the processes, technologies, and materials used in the reconstruction and alteration of vehicles. This course is designed to teach the concepts and theory of systems related to automotive collision repair and refinishing.

8428 ADV COL RP RFNS Advanced Collision Repair & Refinishing Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2

Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Collision Repair & Refinishing

Collision Repair and Refinishing services include advanced knowledge of the processes, technologies, and materials used in the reconstruction and alteration of vehicles. This advanced course is designed to teach the application of advanced technical skills and practices related to collision repair and refinishing.

8431 PRAC AUTO COL Practicum in Automobile Collision Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2

Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Advanced Collision Repair & Refinishing

The Practicum in Collision Repair and Refinishing services includes advanced knowledge of the processes, technologies, and materials used in the reconstruction and alteration of vehicles. The focus of this capstone course is to prepare students for Automotive Service Excellence certification exams, entry into postsecondary education, or entry into the Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing career field as a technician.

Diesel Technology

8425 AUTO TECH (TP) Automotive Technology Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 2

Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: None

In Automotive Technology, students gain knowledge and skills in the repair, maintenance, and diagnosis of vehicle systems. This study allows students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings. The focus of this course is to teach the theory of operation of automotive vehicle systems and associated repair practices.

8430 PRAC DIESEL TECH (DC)Practicum in Diesel Technology Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 2

Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Automotive Technology and Successful completion of all other non-core academic graduation requirements & Dual Credit paperwork for Odessa College

Instruction is designed to provide job-specific training for entry-level employment as a diesel mechanic or entry into postsecondary education. Instruction emphasizes utilization of repair manuals; removal, repair, and replacement of diesel engine components; service and repair of fuel injection systems; lubricating systems; cooling systems; and air brake intake and exhaust systems.

8432 PRAC T DS LOG 2 (DC) Practicum in Diesel Technology II Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2

Location: ATC-Grandview (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisite: Practicum in Diesel Technology and successful completion of all other non-core academic graduation requirements & Dual Credit paperwork for Odessa College

Instruction is designed to provide job-specific training for entry-level employment as a diesel mechanic or entry into postsecondary education. Instruction emphasizes utilization of repair manuals; removal, repair, and replacement of diesel engine components; service and repair of fuel injection systems; lubricating systems; cooling systems; and air brake intake and exhaust systems.

Additional CTE Courses

The following CTE courses are offered as part of a program of study or as stand-alone courses outside of a coherent sequence.

8481 PROF COMM (Speech) ATC OnlyProfessional Communications Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semester

Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Professional Communications blends written, oral, and graphic communication in a career-based environment. Within this context, students will be expected to develop and expand the ability to write, read, edit, speak, listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics, and conduct Internet research.

8401 CAREER PREP I Career Preparation Grade Level: 12 Credits: 2 OHS/PHS Only8403 CAREER PREP I Career Preparation Grade Level: 12 Credits: 3 OHS/PHS Only

Location: Odessa High and Permian High CampusesPrerequisites: At least two CTE courses counting for three or more credits in a related program of study and work-site placement aligned to the student’s Career Cluster as noted on the 4-year plan.

Career Preparation serves as a capstone work-based learning course for programs of study. It is a work-site learning course designed to provide training in specific Career Cluster related careers. Classroom learning and work-site learning provide career and related training

by alternating group and individual instruction in the classroom with the work-site training experiences at an approved training station in the local community.

8542 BUS INFO MGMT 1 (TP) Business Information Management I Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 Location: Odessa High and Permian High Campuses

Recommended Prerequisite: Touch Systems Data Entry or Keyboarding In this course, students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create word-processing documents, develop a spreadsheet, formulate a database, and make an electronic presentation using appropriate software.

8518 ANAT PHYS (Science, Weighted)Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems Grade Level: 11-12 Credits: 1

Location: Odessa High and Permian High CampusesRecommended Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry

In this course, topics will be presented through an integration of biology, chemistry, and physics. Students will study the structures and functions of the human body and body systems and will investigate the body’s responses to forces, maintenance of homeostasis, electrical interactions, transport systems, and energy systems.

8582 PRIN TECH (Science)Principles of Technology Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: 1 in 1 semester

Location: Advanced Technical Center (Transportation Provided for OHS/PHS Students)Prerequisites: Successful completion of one (1) credit of science and Algebra 1

In Principles of Technology, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Various systems will be described in terms of space, time, energy, and matter. Students will study a variety of topics that include laws of motion, conservation of energy, momentum, electricity, magnetism, thermodynamics, and characteristics and behavior of waves.

8493 PAEDSAP1 (TPC Students Only)Parenting for School Age Parents I Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: ½ in 1 semester

Location: Teen Parent CenterThis course is designed to address the special needs and interests of students who are parents, who are pregnant, or who are expecting to become parents in the near future. Special emphasis is placed on prenatal care and development, postnatal care, child development, infant care, and parenting skills. Other units of study address personal development, responsible parenthood and adult roles, family problems and crises, conflict resolution, family health issues, nutrition, safety, management, and employability skills.

8494 PAEDSAP2 (TPC Students Only)Parenting for School Age Parents II Grade Level: 10-12 Credits: ½ in 1 semester

Location: Teen Parent CenterPrerequisites: Successful completion of Parenting for School Age Parents I

This course is designed to address the special needs and interests of students who are parents, who are pregnant, or who are expecting to become parents in the near future. Special emphasis is placed on prenatal care and development, postnatal care, child development, infant care, and parenting skills. Other units of study address personal development, responsible parenthood and adult roles, family problems and crises, conflict resolution, family health issues, nutrition, safety, management, and employability skills.

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