Course Descriptions S-T

S354 Biology I ADV
Grades 9 and 10 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 4.5)
Concurrent enrollment in Advanced English and Geometry recommended because of the research and writing component. This advanced biology course is a rigorous, fast-paced laboratory and field science course that explores in depth, biological concepts and the scientific process. Areas of study include the cells, biochemistry, genetics, classification, evolution, and ecology. The major investigative skills used by practicing biologists are stressed. Students are expected to be independent learners with good communication skills. Students are required to complete extensive laboratory work including an independent research project. Students are expected to use the scientific method to discover scientific principles.

S355 Biology I
Grades 9 and 10 - Year - 1 Credit
In this laboratory and field science course, students are introduced to major biological concepts within the construct of scientific investigation. Areas of study include the cells, biochemistry, genetics, classification, evolution, and ecology. Students are expected to use the scientific method to discover scientific principles.

S357 Biology II: Ecology
Grades 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Biology I
This laboratory and field science course is designed to help the student understand environmental principles, the consequences of human activities, and the impact of these activities on Earth. All students who will make future environmental decisions through their vote and through their actions as citizens could benefit from this class. Laboratory and field science experiments are used to teach conceptual themes through process skills. Students are required to submit written laboratory reports and to design, and conduct, an investigation whether in small groups or as an individual.

S358 Biology II: Anatomy and Physiology
Grades 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Biology I; previous or concurrent enrollment in Chemistry recommended.
Anatomy and Physiology is designed to provide students with an in-depth study of the structure and function of the human body. The skeletal, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, excretory, nervous, reproductive, and endocrine systems are included. The relationships of body structure and function are emphasized. Laboratory work includes dissections and physiology experiments. Laboratory experiments are used to teach conceptual themes through process skills. Students are required to submit written laboratory reports and to design, and conduct, an investigation whether in small groups or as an individual. Students are expected to use the scientific method to discover scientific principles.

S359 Biology AP
Grades 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 5.0)
Prerequisites: Biology I and Chemistry I
Biology AP 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. Students are encouraged to take the AP Exam administered by the College Board and may receive college credit for qualifying scores.

S360 Biology II: Biotechnology
Grades 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Biology I
This course will introduce students to the vast scope of biotechnology, its applications, implications for the future, and the many careers available in this field. Biotechnology is shaping the future in career areas including medicine, industry, environmental science, and agriculture. Students will learn and apply many laboratory skills such as sterile techniques, serial dilution, bacterial techniques, DNA analysis, cloning, protein analysis, immunology, histology, microscope techniques, and plant engineering. Topics studied will include application of genetic engineering, specifically plant transformation by bacteria, production of drugs by bacteria, and gene insertion as a cure for cancer. The course will provide students with the history, background, and knowledge of biotechnology that are necessary to analyze breakthroughs for validity and credibility and to make informed ethical decisions.

S361 Chemistry I ADV
Grades 10, 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 4.5)
Prerequisite: Biology
Co-requisite: Algebra 2
Concurrent enrollment in Advanced English is recommended because of the research and writing component. This is a math-intensive science for math and science-oriented students who (may) intend to take AP or IB Chemistry, concepts are discussed in greater depth, rigor, and detail than at the standard level. Students are introduced to basic chemical concepts including the composition of matter, atomic structure, periodic table, chemical bonding, formulas and equations, reacting quantities, and acid base theory. Students are expected to use the scientific method to discover scientific principles. Students are required to submit written laboratory reports and short papers, and to design and conduct an independent research project. The major skills used by practicing chemists are emphasized. This course is suitable for preparation for science, engineering, and medicine majors in college.

S362 Chemistry I
Grades 10, 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Biology; Co-requisite: Algebra 2
Students are introduced to basic chemical concepts including the composition of matter, atomic structure, periodic table, chemical bonding, formulas and equations, reacting quantities, and acid base theory. Laboratory experiments are used to teach conceptual themes through process skills. Students are expected to use the scientific method to discover scientific principles and to submit written laboratory reports. For students wanting a general introduction to chemistry and its practical applications to the world around them.

S363 Chemistry AP
Grades 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 5.0)
Prerequisite: Chemistry I and Algebra 2
The Chemistry AP course provides students with a college-level foundation to support future advanced coursework in chemistry. Students are encouraged to take the AP Exam administered by the College Board and may receive college credit for qualifying scores. Students cultivate their understanding of chemistry through inquiry-based investigations, as they explore content such as:

• Atomic Structure and Properties
• Compound Structure and Properties
• Properties of Substances and Mixtures
• Chemical Reactions
• Kinetics
• Thermochemistry
• Equilibrium
• Acids and Bases
• Thermodynamics and Electrochemistry

S365 Physics I
Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Algebra 1
The Physics course emphasizes a more complex understanding of experimentation, the analysis of data, and the use of reasoning and logic to evaluate evidence. The use of mathematics, including algebra, inferential statistics, and trigonometry, is important, but conceptual understanding of physical systems remains a primary concern. Students build on basic principles of physical science by exploring in depth the nature and characteristics of energy and its dynamic interaction with matter. Key areas covered include force and motion, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, energy transformations, wave phenomena and the electromagnetic spectrum, light, electricity, fields, and non-Newtonian physics. The course stresses the practical application of physics in other areas of science and technology and how physics affects our world. Students are expected to use the scientific method to discover scientific principles. Students are required to submit written laboratory reports and to design and conduct research projects that are experimental in nature. Investigative skills used by the practicing physicist are emphasized.

S367 Physics C AP: Mechanics
Grades 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 5.0)
Prerequisite: S373
Concurrent enrollment: Calculus AP
Physics C AP: Mechanics is a calculus-based introductory college-level physics course. Students cultivate their understanding of physics by developing models of physical phenomena through inquiry-based investigations. Students are encouraged to take the AP Exam administered by the College Board and may receive college credit for qualifying scores. Students build their understanding of physical models as they explore and solve problems in these topics:

• Kinematics
• Forces and Translational Dynamics
• Work, Energy, and Power
• Linear Momentum
• Torque and Rotational Dynamics
• Energy and Momentum of Rotating Systems
• Oscillations

S368 Earth Science II: Oceanography
Grades 10, 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Prerequisite: Earth Science or Environmental Science AP
In this course the theories of Earth’s structure and plate tectonics will be presented as a base on which to build the explanation of the physical features of the ocean floor. Both historical and physical geology of the ocean floor will be investigated. Students will study the physical properties of seawater, marine chemistry, marine organisms, salinity and density, circulation within the oceans, waves, currents, tides, and oceanographic instruments and environmental issues through research. Emphasis will be placed on the major skills of practicing oceanographers and scientists. Students will be required to submit written laboratory reports and to design and conduct investigations in small groups, as an individual, or as a class.

S370 Environmental Science AP
Grades 10, 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 5.0)
Prerequisite:  Biology; Chemistry; Algebra 2
The Environmental Science AP course is designed to engage students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships within 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. Students are encouraged to take the AP Exam administered by the College Board and may receive college credit for qualifying scores.

S371 Earth Science
Grades 9-12 - Year - 1 Credit
In this course, students are introduced to major earth science concepts within the construct of scientific investigation. Areas of study include geology, astronomy, meteorology/atmosphere, and oceanography. Students are expected to use the scientific method to discover scientific principles and to write laboratory reports.

S372 Physics I AP: Algebra Based
Grades 10, 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 5.0)
Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment: Precalculus or Trigonometry/Algebra III 
Physics I AP: Algebra-Based is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course.  Students cultivate their understanding of physics by developing models of physical phenomena through inquiry-based investigations. Students are encouraged to take the AP Exam administered by the College Board and may receive college credit for qualifying scores. Students build their understanding of physical models as they explore and solve problems in these content areas:

• Kinematics
• Forces and Translational Dynamics
• Work, Energy, and Power
• Linear Momentum
• Torque and Rotational Dynamics
• Energy and Momentum of Rotating Systems
• Oscillations
• Fluids

S373 Physics II AP: Algebra Based
Grades 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 5.0)
Prerequisite: Physics I AP Co-requisite: Precalculus
Physics II AP: Algebra-Based is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course.  Students cultivate their understanding of physics by developing models of physical phenomena through inquiry-based investigations. Students are encouraged to take the AP Exam administered by the College Board and may receive college credit for qualifying scores. Students build their understanding of physical models as they explore and solve problems in these topics:

• Thermodynamics
• Electric Force, Field, and Potential
• Electric Circuits
• Magnetism and Electromagnetism
• Geometric Optics
• Waves, Sound, and Physical Optics
• Modern Physics

S374 Earth and Space Science ADV
Grades 9-12 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 4.5)
Previous or Concurrent enrollment in Algebra 1. Advanced English recommended because of the research and writing component.
This advanced earth and space science course is a rigorous, fast-paced lab and science course that explores in-depth geological concepts and the scientific process. Areas of study include geology, astronomy, oceanography, and atmosphere/meteorology. Students are expected to be independent learners with good communication skills. Students are expected to use the scientific method to discover scientific principles and to write laboratory reports, research projects, and short papers.

S805 Biology SL IB
Grades 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 5.0)
Prerequisite: Completion of Biology I and Chemistry I
In this course, students are empowered to make sense of living systems through
unifying themes. By providing opportunities for students to explore conceptual frameworks, they are better able to develop understanding and awareness of the living world around them. This is carried further through a study of interactions at different levels of biological organization, from molecules and cells to ecosystems and the biosphere.  Themes include form & function, interaction & interdependence, continuity & change.  IB requires students to conduct research assignments, relate lecture material to unique problems, and identify unknown organisms and/or processes. Students will spend 40 hours on practical/ investigative work including 10 hours on an interdisciplinary project. Students will take the IB examination to demonstrate proficiency.

S806 Biology HL-A IB
Grade 11- Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 5.0)
(Year 1 of a Two-Year Course)
Prerequisite: Completion of Biology I and Chemistry I
This course begins a two-year in-depth investigation of the principles of biology from the molecular, cellular, organismal, and biosphere scale through the unifying themes of form & function, interaction & interdependence, continuity & change. By exploring the subject, they develop understandings, skills and techniques which can be applied across their studies and beyond.  IB requires students to conduct research assignments, relate lecture material to unique problems, and identify unknown organisms and/or processes. Students will spend 60 hours on practical/investigative work during the two years of this course, including 10 hours on an interdisciplinary project aimed at developing an understanding of the relationships between scientific disciplines and their influence on other areas of knowledge. IB credit will be awarded at the conclusion of Year 2.

S807 Biology HL-B IB
Grade 12 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 5.0)
(Year 2 of a Two-Year Course)
Prerequisite: Biology HL-A IB
The second year of IB Biology HL will allow students to deepen their study of topics covered in Year 1. Students will also focus on contemporary science elective topics outlined in the IB curriculum. These concepts include neurobiology and behavior, biotechnology and bioinformatics, ecology and conservation and human physiology. Students will continue to develop their laboratory skills through independent and group centered investigations. The IBO requires students to conduct a scientific research investigation and present their findings in a written report of not more than 3,000 words. Students will take the IB examination which covers topics from Year 1 and Year 2.

S808 Chemistry SL IB
Grades 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 5.0)
Prerequisite: Completion of Chemistry I
This course combines academic study with the acquisition of practical and investigational skills. Chemical principles, such as the nature of the atom, atomic theory, bonding, periodicity and classification, reactions, stoichiometry, and mechanisms of chemical change, as well as basic organic chemistry, are major topics in the course. IB requires students to produce an interdisciplinary project that is a mixture of short-term and long-term investigations and projects. Students will take the IB examination to demonstrate proficiency. 

S809 Chemistry HL-A IB
Grade 11- Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 5.0)
(Year 1 of a Two-Year Course)
Prerequisite: Completion of Chemistry I
This course begins a two-year in-depth investigation of the core topics of chemistry.  Chemistry is primarily concerned with identifying patterns that help to explain matter at the microscopic level. This then allows matter’s behavior to be predicted and controlled at a macroscopic level. The subject therefore emphasizes the development of representative models and explanatory theories, both of which rely heavily on creative but rational thinking. Topics include the nature of the atom, atomic theory, bonding, periodicity and classification, reactions, energetics, stoichiometry, and mechanisms of chemical change, as well as basic organic chemistry, and the impact of chemistry on modern science. Students will spend 60 hours on practical/investigative work during the two years of this course, including 10 hours on an interdisciplinary project. IB credit will be awarded at the conclusion of Year 2.

S810 Chemistry HL-B IB
Grade 12 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 5.0)
(Year 2 of a Two-Year Course)
Prerequisite: Chemistry HL-A IB
The second year of IB Chemistry HL devotes additional time to the chemistry topics shown under Chemistry HL-A IB, plus aspects of modern analytical chemistry and organic chemistry. Students will continue to develop their laboratory skills through independent and group-centered investigations. The IBO requires students to conduct a scientific research investigation and present their findings in a written report of not more than 3,000 words. Students will take the IB examination which covers topics from Year 1 and Year 2.

S811 Physics SL IB
Grades 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Weighted Credit (weighted out of 5.0)
Pre-requisite: Precalculus
This course combines academic study with the acquisition of practical and investigational skills in the physical sciences. Core concepts such as space/time/motion, the nature of matter, waves, fields, nuclear and quantum physics are the focus of this course. Students will spend 40 hours on practical/investigative work including 10 hours on an interdisciplinary project. Students will take the IB examination to demonstrate proficiency.

SPM300 Sports Medicine/Athletic Training
Grades 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Credit
This course will provide students with an overview of the field of sports medicine. It is designed for students who may be interested in a career in sports medicine, physical therapy, or other health-related fields. Such students also should consider taking the science elective Anatomy and Physiology. 

T817Y TOK A

T818Y TOK B Theory of Knowledge (TOK) IB
Year - 1 Weighted Credit for each year (weighted out of 5.0)
Prerequisite: IB candidates only
TOK is an interdisciplinary course intended to stimulate critical reflection upon the knowledge and experience IB students gain inside and outside the classroom. TOK challenges students to question the bases of knowledge, to be aware of subjective and ideological biases, and to develop a personal mode of thought based on analysis of evidence expressed in rational argument. TOK seeks to develop a coherent approach to learning that transcends and unifies the academic subjects and encourages appreciation of other cultural perspectives. Thus, students engage in a wide array of research topics and classroom discussions. TOK students submit an essay to IB for assessment, but, unlike other IB courses, students do not take an IB examination to demonstrate proficiency. This course will be offered over a two-year period as part of the IB Diploma Program.

TA841 Youth Registered Apprenticeship
Grade 11 and 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Students in the eleventh and twelfth grade may apply for a Youth Registered Apprenticeship (YRA) program with a VA Works approved sponsor. Students are required to take part in corequisite classroom instruction in an approved high school or dual enrollment college course to be involved with this experience. A Youth Registered Apprentice earns work experience hours that may be transferred to an adult apprenticeship program, in addition to a maximum of one high school credit upon completion of 280 hours of on the job work experience. The YRA Program is an extension of the student’s high school career plan. All YRA VA Works documentation must be signed and returned to the Work-Based Learning Coordinator and approval from VA Works must be received before the student is enrolled in this program. Failure to maintain employment during the school year or to reach 280 total hours will result in the loss of all Carnegie Units of credit for work experience.

TA841RA Registered Apprenticeship
Grades 11 and 12 - Year - 0 Credit
Students in the eleventh and twelfth grade may apply for a Registered Apprenticeship (RA) program with a VA Works approved sponsor.  A Registered Apprentice earns work experience hours that may be transferred to an adult apprenticeship program. The RA Program is an extension of the student’s high school career plan. All RA VA Works documentation must be signed and returned to the Work-Based Learning Coordinator and approval from VA Works must be received before the student is enrolled in this program. Students in the RA program are not eligible to receive a high school Carnegie Unit of credit for participation. RA students may have to take part in related technical instruction outside of school time through their employer as part of the RA program. 

TS106/TS107 Automotive Technology I/II
Grade 11 or 12 - Year - 3 Credits
Students will be enrolled in a three-block course where upon successful completion of the Automotive Technology I curriculum, students will continue with Automotive Technology II, for a total of three credits. Automotive Technology I/II is a series of two courses from an ASE certified program in Maintenance and Light Repair. Standards and the certification process are managed by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation (ASE).  Students will study major automotive systems and will master diagnostic and repair skills related to engine performance and engine repair, to include computer systems, ignition and fuel systems, emission and exhaust systems, manual transmission and drive trains, automatic transmission and transaxles, and heating and air conditioning systems.  Students enrolled in this course may be eligible for the ASE student (9513) industry certification.

TS101INT Automotive Technology II Internship
Grade 11 or 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Students registered for TS101INT will take Automotive Technology I/II (TS106/TS107) and will have an additional block designated as Automotive Technology II Internship, if approved. Documentation must be submitted and approved by the student, parent, teacher, business representative, career counselor and Work-based Learning Coordinator prior to any student beginning an Internship. Students may earn one standard unit of credit toward graduation for internships of at least a 280-hour duration and by working continuously throughout the school year. If a student does not complete 280 hours, the student will not earn credit.

TS102 Automotive Technology III
Grade 12 - Year - 2 Credits
Prerequisite: TS106/TS107
In this third course of Automotive Technology, students perform automotive diagnosis and repairs in the following areas: engine repair, cooling systems, transmission and transaxle, manual drive trains and axles, suspension and steering, wheel and tire, brakes, electrical/electronic systems, HVAC, and engine performance. Students will build upon skills and knowledge mastered in Automotive Technology I/II and will synthesize their roles as empowered learners, globally-engaged communicators, resilient individuals, and responsible citizens through mentorship, service learning, and leadership curriculum. Students will also finish training on the components of the Virginia State Inspection Certification and may be eligible to take the Virginia State Inspection Certification Exam. Students enrolled in this course may be eligible for the ASE student (9513) industry certification. Students will work with their Automotive instructor to determine how the additional block at THCTT during this school year will be fulfilled. 

TS102INT Automotive Technology III Internship
Grade 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Prerequisite: TS106/TS107
Students registered for TS102INT will take Automotive III (TS102) and will have an additional block designated as Automotive III Internship, if approved. Documentation must be submitted and approved by the student, parent, teacher, business representative, career counselor and Work-based Learning Coordinator prior to any student beginning an Internship.  Students may earn one standard unit of credit toward graduation for internships of at least a 280-hour duration and by working continuously throughout the school year. If a student does not complete 280 hours, the student will not earn credit.

TS109 Cosmetology I
Grade 11 - Year - 3 Credits
In this introductory course students study hair, skin, nails, and their related care. Students are grounded in theory as they prepare to practice procedures in a clinical lab setting or classroom using manikins for manipulative skill practice. The first-year course emphasizes personal safety, professionalism, and sanitation and disinfection of equipment and facilities. Students develop skills in shampooing and conditioning hair, as well as styling and cutting hair. They are introduced to chemical texture services and develop skills in manicure and pedicure procedures.

TS110 Cosmetology II
Grade 12 - Year - 3 Credits
Prerequisite: TS109
In this advanced course students build on their theoretical foundation of general sciences and practices in cosmetology to increase proficiency in hair cutting and styling on live models, with attention to professionalism, client consultation, safety, and infection control. Students are trained in safe chemical processes related to permanent waves, relaxers, soft-curl permanent waves, lightening, and coloring hair. They also develop artistic skills with wigs and hair additions. In addition, students learn to care for skin, hands, and feet, developing experience in providing facials, manicures, pedicures, and nail enhancements. A business management unit focuses on managing the salon. Upon successful completion of the course competencies, as well as meeting required training hours, students may be eligible to sit for the Virginia State Licensing Exam. Upon completion of the two-course sequence TS109 and TS110, students may be eligible to take the Virginia State Board licensing exam, provided by the Virginia Board of Barbers and Cosmetology, Department of Professional and Occupational Regulations.

TS110INT Cosmetology II Internship
Grade 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Students registered for TS110INT will take Cosmetology II (TS110) and will have an additional block designated as Cosmetology II Internship, if approved. Students must be 18 years old before the start of the school year in order to participate. Documentation must be submitted and approved by the student, parent, teacher, business representative, career counselor and Work-based Learning Coordinator prior to any student beginning an Internship. Students may earn one standard unit of credit toward graduation for internships of at least a 280-hour duration and by working continuously throughout the school year. If a student does not complete 280 hours, the student will not earn credit. 

TS128/TS129 Carpentry I/II
Grade 11 or 12 - Year - 3 Credits
Students will be enrolled in a three-block course where upon successful completion of the Carpentry I curriculum, students will continue with Carpentry II, for a total of three credits. Carpentry I is the building block for achieving high-level construction industry skills that can result in an exciting and lucrative career. With an emphasis on safety, students are taught to use hand and power tools, cut stock, apply construction mathematics, and interpret blueprints. Carpentry II leads to successful transition into post-secondary education or careers in carpentry and related fields such as construction management, architecture, and others.   Students will become proficient in assembling and installing various types of residential construction components that are current with industry standards, including rigging and job-estimating procedures, forming foundations, framing floors, walls, ceilings, roofs, trusses, roofing materials, stairs, exterior doors and windows, decks, and porches. All students will obtain the required OSHA 10 safety credential. Students will be instructed utilizing the NCCER Apprenticeship post-secondary education curriculum. Students will also be provided with the opportunity to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.

TS129INT Carpentry II Internship
Grade 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Students registered for TS129INT will take Carpentry I/II (TS128/TS129) and will have an additional block designated as Carpentry II Internship, if approved. Documentation must be submitted and approved by the student, parent, teacher, business representative, career counselor and Work-based Learning Coordinator prior to any student beginning an Internship. Students may earn one standard unit of credit toward graduation for internships of at least a 280-hour duration and by working continuously throughout the school year. If a student does not complete 280 hours, the student will not earn credit.

TS130/TS131 Electricity I/II
Grade 11 or 12 - Year - 3 Credits
Students will be enrolled in a three-block course where upon successful completion of the Electricity I curriculum, students will continue with Electricity II, for a total of three credits. In Electricity I, students develop skills in the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems. They also study electrical theory, navigate the National Electrical Code Book, select and install conductors, and work with panelboards, switchboards, and generators. All students will obtain the required OSHA 10 safety credential. Students will be instructed utilizing the NCCER Apprenticeship postsecondary education curriculum.  If a student passes all assessments within the core and electricity modules, they will complete one year of the NCCER post-secondary apprenticeship education program. Students will also be provided with the opportunity to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.

TS131INT Electricity II Internship
Grade 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Students registered for TS131INT will take Electricity I/II (TS130/TS131) and will have an additional block designated as Electricity II Internship, if approved. Documentation must be submitted and approved by the student, parent, teacher, business representative, career counselor, and Work-based Learning Coordinator prior to any student beginning an internship.  Students may earn one standard unit of credit toward graduation for internships of at least a 280-hour duration and by working continuously throughout the school year. If a student does not complete 280 hours, the student will not earn credit.

TS132/TS133 Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration I/II
Grade 11 or 12 - Year - 3 Credits
Students will be enrolled in a three-block course where upon successful completion of the HVAC/R I curriculum, students will continue with HVAC/R II, for a total of three credits.  HVAC/R I prepares students to install, repair, and maintain the operating conditions of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Students will work with piping and tubing, study heat and electricity, install duct systems, and learn the necessary skills to comply with EPA regulations. Instruction will also include lab and trade safety, detailed work with control systems, mathematics for HVAC/R, and customer relation skills. All students will obtain the required OSHA 10 safety credential. In HVAC/R II, students will refine their basic skills and technical knowledge to prepare them for employment in the HVAC/R field. These skills include installing air conditioning equipment, ductwork, heat pumps, and furnaces. In addition, students will learn the theory of design for HVAC/R equipment, as well as techniques for proper maintenance and service of residential and commercial facilities. Students will be instructed utilizing the NCCER Apprenticeship post-secondary education curriculum. If a student passes all assessments within the core and HVAC/R modules, they will complete one year of the NCCER post-secondary apprenticeship education program and earn a high school industry credential.  Students will also be provided with the opportunity to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.

TS133INT Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration II Internship
Grade 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Students registered for TS133INT will take Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration II (TS132/TS133) and will have an additional block designated as Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration II Internship, if approved. Documentation must be submitted and approved by the student, parent, teacher, business representative, career counselor, and Work-based Learning Coordinator.  Students may earn one standard unit of credit toward graduation for internships of at least a 280-hour duration and by working continuously throughout the school year. If a student does not complete 280 hours, the student will not earn credit.

TS138/TS141 Culinary Arts I/Baking and Pastry Specialization
Grades 11 and 12 - Year - 3 Credits
Students will be enrolled in a three-block course where upon successful completion of the Culinary Arts I curriculum, students will continue with Baking and Pastry Specialization, for a total of three credits. In these courses, students will be provided with the foundations for a comprehensive knowledge of the food service industry and with opportunities to build technical skills. Students will examine and practice basic rules and procedures related to kitchen and food safety, kitchen sanitation procedures, and emergency measures. Students will use math and reading skills continuously as they deal with recipes, manuals, costs, and inventory management. Students will explore the purchasing and receiving of goods and study fundamental nutritional principles and guidelines. As they explore food preparation techniques, students will practice applying these techniques to the preparation and serving of basic food products.

TS139/TS140 Culinary Arts II/Catering and Banquet Specialization
Grade 12 - Year - 3 Credits
Prerequisite: TS138/TS141
Students will be enrolled in a three-block course where upon successful completion of the Culinary Arts II curriculum, students will continue with Catering and Banquet Specialization, for a total of three credits. In these courses, students will continue to acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the food service industry, as well as expand their technical skills. Students will practice kitchen safety and sanitation, apply nutritional principles to food preparation and storage, perform a wide range of more advanced food preparation techniques including garde manger and baking, refine their dining room serving skills, develop menus, perform on-site and off-site catered functions, and strengthen their business and math skills. Students will be eligible to take the Servsafe assessment provided by the Education Foundation of the National Restaurant Association.

TS118INT Culinary Arts II Internship
Grade 12 - Year - 1 Credit
Students registered for TS118INT will take Culinary Arts II/Catering and Banquet Specialization (TS139/TS140) and will have an additional block designated as Culinary Arts II Internship, if approved. Documentation must be submitted and approved by the student, parent, teacher, business representative, and career counselor prior to any student beginning an internship. Students may earn one standard unit of credit toward graduation for internships of at least a 280-hour duration and by working continuously throughout the school year. If a student does not complete 280 hours, the student will not earn credit.