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Taylor HS Courses
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James E. Taylor Agriculture Courses
Taylor High School offers many classes that are in conjunction with FFA! Here is where you can learn a little bit about the classes, and the advisors that teach these courses!
Principles and Elements of Floral Design
In this course, students apply principles and techniques of
floral design as they develop an understanding of the management of floral enterprises.
Analyzing artistic floral styles and historical
periods, students learn traditions and
contributions of diverse cultures. of the management of floral enterprises. They will analyze artistic floral styles and historical
periods and learn traditions and
contributions of diverse cultures. Students will classify and identify plants used in their
arrangements and floral designs for special
occasions.
Advanced Animal Science
This course examines the interrelatedness
of human, scientific, and technological
dimensions of livestock production. Instruction
allows for the application of scientific and
technological aspects of animal science
through 40% field and laboratory experiences.
Intro to Ag Mech
This course develops students’ understanding of
agricultural mechanics as it relates to safety and
skills in tool operation, electrical wiring, plumbing,
carpentry, fencing, concrete, and metal working
techniques. Students are expected to plan and
perform cost-effective construction techniques
including analyzing sites, plan for equipment and
tools, and permit requirements.
Agriculture Structures
Students will explore career opportunities, entry
requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare
for careers in mechanized agriculture and technical
systems, students must attain knowledge and skills
related to agricultural structures design and
fabrication. To prepare for success, students need
opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer
their academic knowledge and technical skills in a
variety of settings.
Agriculture Equipment
Students will acquire knowledge and skills related to
the design and fabrication of agricultural equipment.
To prepare for careers in mechanized agriculture
and technical systems, students must attain
knowledge and skills related to agricultural
equipment design and fabrication. To prepare for
success, students reinforce, apply, and transfer their
academic knowledge and technical skills in a variety
of settings.
Practicum in AFNR (Agriculture, Food, and Natural
Resources)
The practicum course is a capstone experience for
students participating in a coherent sequence of
career and technical education courses in the
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career
Cluster. Recommended prerequisite: a minimum of
one credit from the courses in the Agriculture, Food,
and Natural Resources Career Cluster. Students
shall be awarded two credits for successful
completion of this course.
Small Animal Management
Students will acquire knowledge and skills related to
small animals and the small animal management
industry. Small Animal Management may address
topics related to small mammals such as dogs and
coats, amphibians, reptiles, and birds.
Equine Science
Students learn skills related to animal systems and
develop knowledge related to career opportunities.
Animal species studied in this course include: horses,
donkeys, and mules.
Wildlife
This course examines the management of game and non-game wildlife species, fish, and
aqua crops and their ecological needs, as related to current agricultural practices.
Certification options include the opportunity for Boater and Hunter Education licenses
upon successful completion of the course and licensure examination.
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