Administrative Management Systems I and II:

This course covers procedures and concepts related to information procedures and concepts related to information processing systems, information management, problem solving, reasoning, team building, time management, business standards, financial reports, human resource issues, and role playing. Software applications include word processing, database management, spreadsheets, graphics, and presentation skills.

Advanced Principals of Agriculture (Ag. 3):

This course includes standards that challenge students to plan for one of the five career clusters in agriculture. Understanding the skills necessary to be successful in an agriculture career is important for students as they enter the agricultural industry in the 21st century. (1 Credit)

Agriculture 1:

AgriScience consists of standards to prepare students for biology and subsequent sciences for the university bound student. The content are covers ecology, biological processes, sexual and asexual reproduction and a study of the chemical and physical laws that govern life. This course helps students understand the important role science serves as the agricultural industry moves into the 21st century. (1 Credit.)

Business Law:

The American Business Legal Systems course provides students with an understanding of the legal framework in which American business functions. The students will evaluate the influence of the free enterprise system in a democratic society on daily decisions. Students will analyze the alliance between capitalism and democracy and be better prepared to influence the future of decisions in the public and private sectors of the United States of America. (1 Credit)

Career Management Success:

This course is for students planning their technical/vocational major. Course content emphasizes the basic skills and knowledge need for employment success, as identified by the auto industry and supported by relevant national standards. All course content is presented in real-world context, providing concrete opportunities for developing personal and career goals, effective communication skills, teamwork abilities, and successful work attitudes. (1 Credit)

CCCHS Vocational Courses:

Automotive Mechanics*
- Electric Systems (1 Credit)
- Suspensions and Steering (1 Credit)
- Brake Systems (1 Credit)
- Engine Performance (1 Credit)

Welding*
- Basic Principals of Welding (1 Credit)
- Principals of Machining (1 Credit)
-Advance Welding Applications (1 Credit)

Computer Technology*
- Information Technology (1 Credit)
- Computer Operating Systems (1 Credit)
- Networking and Cabling (1 Credit)
- Web Page Design (1 Credit)

Collision Repair*
- Collision Repair: Non-structural (1 Credit)
- Collision Repair: Structural (1 Credit)
- Collision Repair: Painting & Refinishing (1 Credit)

*These course are taught at Cheatham Vocational School. We bus students 1st and 4th period.

Child Development:

Child Development is a specialized course that prepares students to understand the physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth and development of children. The course is designed to help young people acquire knowledge and skills essential to the care and guidance of children as a parent or caregiver. Emphasis is on helping students create n environment for children that will promote optimum development. (1 Credit)

Crop Science:

Crop Science designed to challenge students interested in the fundamentals of soil use, land management, environmental conservation and the efficient production of various field crops, fruits, berries and vegetables. The 21st century will see the need for improved management of these natural resources and an increase production of the food commodities produced on our limited amount of soil. (1 Credit)

Engineering Technology (Diversified Technology 2):

This course is an overview that introduces students to concepts and practices that underlie career in engineering and engineering technology. The purpose of Engineering Technology is a student-based learning activities using advanced mathematics, design, pre-engineering technology. This course is designed to provide information and experiences to help students adapt themselves to the workforce and the changing demands that will be placed on the engineering workforce in the 21st century. It will help students develop skills in problem solving, teamwork, time management, computer skills, and engineering systems (1 Credit)

Family and Consumer Sciences:

Family and Consumer Sciences is a comprehensive, foundation designed to assist students in developing the core knowledge and skills needed to manage their lives. Emphasis is on leadership, human development, family and parenting education, consumer economics and resources management, housing and living environments, nutrition and foods, textile and apparel and career preparation. Critical skills in decision making, problem solving, critical thinking, technology, work and family management, and workplace readiness are reinforced through authentic experiences. A unique focus is on the management of families, work and their interrelationships. (1 Credit)

Foundations of Technology (Diversified Technology 1):

This course is an overview designed to introduce the student to the application of technology to solve problems and meet human wants and needs. Laboratory experiences are focused on the technology systems of bio-related technology, communications, computer application, construction energy, power, transportation, and manufacturing. Students will study concepts about technological systems and the influences these systems have at home, in communities and at work. The content of the course includes, but not limited to the study of technology, application of technology, design/problem solving, evolving technologies, safety, maintenance, entrepreneurship, leadership, careers and marketing. (1 Credit)

Fundamentals of Agriculture (Ag 2):

The Fundamentals of Agriculture is designed to develop the basic theories and principles involved in animal science, agribusiness, agriculture mechanics, and natural resource management. The standards prepare students to choose among agricultural careers for ht 21st century. (1 Credit)

Greenhouse Management:

Greenhouse Management sets a foundation for progress in the horticulture sub-cluster area. As populations continue to expand, the importance of food production in a condensed, climate-controlled environment increases. Understanding the integrated principles needed for the successful management of a greenhouse will allow the agriculture industry to produce the quality of food and fiber needed in the 21st century. (1 Credit)

Health Science Education:

Health Science Education includes a variety of standards necessary for competent health care workers. Integrated academics combined wit health care knowledge and skills will provide a strong health care delivery system in the 21st century.

It is suggested this elective course be implemented at the ninth grade. It is, however, open to students 9-12. One unit of credit is awarded for this course. This course serves as a foundation of all health science courses. (1 Credit)

Housing and Interiors:

This course is a specialized course designed to prepare students to understand the influences affecting housing decisions. The course includes instruction in the social/psychological aspects of housing, the consumer aspects, housing trends and issues, the application of design principles to the living environment, home furnishings and equipment, home care and maintenance and exploration in related occupations and careers. (1 Credit)

Innovations and Inventions:

This course is a course with integrated academics combines with a hands-on program of study that teaches about the development and applications of technology and the effects technology has on individuals, society and the environment. This course teaches students how to use, manage, process and asses technology in a contextual learning environment. (1 Credit)

Medical Diagnostics:

Medical Diagnostics services create a picture of a client’s health status at a single point in time. It is suggested that the diagnostics course be offered to students in grades 11 and 12 as an elective course. (1 Credit)

Medical Therapeutics:

Health Science Education includes a variety of standards necessary for competent health care workers. Integrated academics combined with health care knowledge and skills will provide a strong health care delivery system in the 21st century. (1 Credit)

Nutrition and Foods

Nutrition and Foods is a specialized course with emphasis on helping students understand the significance of food, principals of nutrition and the relationship of nutrition of health and well being. Careers and occupations in nutrition of the individual and family are included in the course of study. (1 Credit)

Small Animal Care:

This course contains objectives to prepare students for careers in managing and caring for specialty and pet animals. As our population raises more specialty animals and pets for productions purposes and personal value, careers that work with these animals in a sage environment will continue to expand. (1 Credit)

Textile and Apparel:

Textile and Apparel is a specialized course designed to prepare students to understand the social, psychological, and physiological aspects of textile and apparel products. Instructions in how to select, produce, maintain and alter textile and apparel products and the effect of consumer choices on the needs of the individual and family are included in the course of the study. (1 Credit)

Turf grass Management:

Turf grass is the most widely used ornamental crop in this country and is a multibillion-dollar-a-year business. This course will cover the history of turf grass in this country and the management techniques utilized today in various turf grass applications. Students will apply these techniques as they prepare for a career in turf grass management. (1 Credit)

Wildlife Management:

Wildlife Management and recreation emphasized the awareness of conversation and preservation management practices utilized to ensure the sustainability of our outdoor resources. Integrated academics and experiential learning will build conservation awareness among students. This will, in turn, generate career interests and more responsible land ownership in the community as we enter the 21st century. (1 Credit)