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SAMPLE Sequence of Courses for ► Instructional Leaders ► Administrators ► Counselors ► Teachers/Faculty
Below are suggested courses that could result from steps 1-6 above. However, as an educational institution, course titles, descriptions and the sequence will be your own. This is a good model of courses for you to use as an example and to help you jump-start your process. Course content may be taught as concepts within other courses, or as modules or units of instruction.
 | The following courses are based on the Cluster Foundation Knowledge and Skills found at http://www.careerclusters.org/goto.cfm?id=92. These skills are reinforced through participation in student organization activities.  All courses should include awareness of energy conservation measures/"green computing" and general security and legal responsibilities.
 | Expectation
 | Learners will study the nature of technology and demonstrate knowledge of the functions of STEM in business and industry. Emphasis will be placed on maintaining a safe working environment, energy conservation, ethics, and on building interpersonal skills needed for working in the IT environment. Students will demonstrate appropriate knowledge and behaviors of legal responsibilities by IT professionals. Students will explore a variety of IT career opportunities and develop a personal career plan to meet their career goals and objectives. This may be taught as a career exploration course component or as a course in conjunction with other foundation [NAME] courses.
 | Introductory Level Course Options (one or more)
 | Foundation/Introductory Course Option #1
 | 10004 Computer Applications:  Students will use technology tools to manage personal schedules and contact information, create memos and notes, prepare simple reports and other business communications, manage computer operations and file storage, and use electronic mail, Internet applications and potentially GIS to communicate, search for and access information. Students will develop skills related to word processing, database management and spreadsheet applications. Students will demonstrate knowledge of hardware components, classes of software, basic data communications components and trends, and technical knowledge of the Internet including Internet protocols. Students will demonstrate understanding of Internet security issues, how to use and troubleshoot Internet connections including Internet software, how to use virus protection techniques and how to use the Internet to communicate and collaborate. Students will install and configure software programs, demonstrate knowledge of Web page basics, apply knowledge of operating system principles, employ computer system interfaces and demonstrate a basic knowledge of quality assurance concepts.
 | Foundation/Introductory Course Option #2
 | 10002 Computing Systems:  Computing Systems courses offer a broad exploration of the use of computers in a variety of fields. These courses have a considerable range of content, but typically include the introduction of robotics and control systems, computer-assisted design, computer-aided manufacturing systems, and other computer technologies as they relate to industry applications.  -- Students will demonstrate knowledge and problem-solving skills in the area of operating systems and computer hardware. This would include, but not be limited to, storage and drives, system boards, processors, memory, peripherals and networks. Emphasis will be placed on speech and client-oriented communication skills.  Students will demonstrate knowledge of hardware components, classes of software, basic data communications components and trends, and technical knowledge of the Internet including Internet protocols. Students will demonstrate understanding of Internet security issues, how to use and troubleshoot Internet connections including Internet software, how to use virus protection techniques and how to use the Internet to communicate and collaborate. Students will install and configure software programs, demonstrate knowledge of Web page basics, apply knowledge of operating system principles, employ computer system interfaces and demonstrate a basic knowledge of quality assurance concepts.
 | Foundation/Introductory Course Option #3
 | 03003 Environmental Science Environmental Science courses examine the mutual relationships between organisms and their environment. In studying the interrelationships among plants, animals, and humans, these courses usually cover the following subjects: photosynthesis, recycling and regeneration, ecosystems, population and growth studies, pollution, and conservation of natural resources. Biology courses are designed to provide information regarding the fundamental concepts of life and life processes. These courses include (but are not restricted to) such topics as cell structure and function, general plant and animal physiology, genetics, and  taxonomy.
 | The following courses are based on the Cluster Foundation Knowledge and Skills as well as the Pathway Knowledge and Skills found at http://www.careerclusters.org. These skills are reinforced through participation in student organization activities.
 | Technical Level Course Options (one or more)
 | 03005 Marine Science Courses in Marine Science focus on the content, features, and possibilities of the earth’s oceans. They explore marine organisms, conditions, and ecology and sometimes cover marine mining, farming, and exploration.
 | 18501 Wildlife Management Often with an emphasis on the conservation of natural resources and frequently including outdoor recreation topics, Wildlife Management courses provide students with the opportunity to understand and appreciate the importance of maintaining the land and ecological systems that enable non-domesticated animals to thrive. Wildlife Management courses emphasize how humans and animals may both take advantage of the same land or how to gain economic benefits from the land while not degrading its natural resources or depleting plant or animal populations.
 | 18504 Natural Resources Management Natural Resources Management courses combine the fields of ecology and conservation with planning for the efficient use and preservation of land, water, wildlife, and forests. Within the general area of natural resources management, these courses usually cover specific topics and uses, such as hunting or fishing preserves, forest production and management, wildlife preservation, and human outdoor recreation.
 | 03207 AP Environmental Science AP Environmental Science courses are designed by the College Board to provide students with the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, identify and analyze environmental problems (both natural and human made), evaluate the relative risks associated with the problems, and examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. Topics covered include science as a process, ecological processes and energy conversions, earth as an interconnected system, the impact of humans on natural systems, cultural and societal contexts of environmental problems, and the development of practices that will ensure sustainable systems.
 | 03208 IB Environmental Systems IB Environmental Systems courses prepare students to take the International Baccalaureate Environmental Systems exam at the Standard level by providing them with the knowledge, methods, and techniques to understand the nature and functioning of natural systems, the relationships that affect environmental equilibrium, and human impact on the biosphere. Topics also include ecosystem integrity and sustainability, students’ own relationships to the environment, and the nature of internationalism in resolving major environmental issues.
 | 03203 Applied Biology/Chemistry Applied Biology/Chemistry courses integrate biology and chemistry into a unified domain of study and present the resulting body of knowledge in the context of work, home, society, and the environment, emphasizing field and laboratory activities. Topics include natural resources, water, air and other gases, nutrition, disease and wellness, plant growth and reproduction, life processes, microorganisms, synthetic materials, waste and waste management, and the community of life.
 | 14253 Pharmacology Pharmacology courses involve a study of how living animals can be changed by chemical substances, especially by the actions of drugs and other substances used to treat disease. Basic concepts of physiology, pathology, biochemistry, and bacteriology are typically brought into play as students examine the effects of drugs and their mechanisms of action.
 | 04170 Environmental Law  Environmental Law courses present a history and philosophy of law and the legal system in the United  States, with a particular emphasis on those topics affecting environmental issues, chemical usage, management, cleanup, disposal, and the exposure and legal responsibilities of those workers engaged in associated occupations. Such topics may include contracts, property rights, employer/employee relationships, liability, and constitutional rights and responsibilities with particular attention paid to conservation and environmental issues.
 | 14102 Medical Lab Technology/Human Body Systems Medical Lab Technology courses provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for employment in health care-related laboratories. Topics include basic principles of anatomy and physiology, relevant concepts in microbiology and chemistry, and laboratory techniques (including preparation and analysis of various cultures and specimens). The courses may also cover such components as venipuncture, EKG, and CPR procedures.
 | Application Level Course Options (one or more)
 | 21053 Emerging Technologies Emerging Technologies courses emphasize students’ exposure to and understanding of new and emerging technologies. The range of technological issues varies widely but typically include lasers, fiber options, electronics, robotics, computer technologies, CAD/CAM, communication modalities, and transportation technologies.
 | 18308 Agricultural Biotechnology Agricultural Biotechnology courses apply biological principles and understanding to plant and animal science in order to produce or refine agricultural products. Course topics typically include but are not limited to microbiology, genetics, growth and reproduction, structural basis of function in living systems, chemistry of living systems, quantitative problem-solving, and data acquisition and display. These courses also often cover the ethics of biotechnology.
 | 21205 Project Management and Resource Scheduling Project Management courses provide students with the information and skills necessary for success in managing projects and operating logistical ventures in technology, business, and industry. This course covers scheduling of resources (including personnel, budget, timelines, and equipment), utilization of [NAME] charts, economic principles within the workplace, and risk management. Other possible topics include developing a business plan, finance, business law, marketing and promotion strategies, insurance employee/employer relations, problem-solving and decision-making, and building leadership skills. These courses may also incorporate a survey of the careers within technology and engineering industries.
 | 14252 Biotechnology Biotechnology courses involve the study of the bioprocesses of organisms, cells, and/or their components and enable students to use this knowledge to produce or refine products, procedures, and techniques. Course topics typically include laboratory measurement, monitoring, and calculation; growth and reproduction;  hemistry and biology of living systems; quantitative problem-solving; data acquisition and display; and ethics. Advanced topics may include elements of biochemistry, genetics, and protein purification techniques.
 | 21016 Research in Environmental Science and Engineering Research in Environmental Science and Engineering courses examine the mutual relationships between organisms and their environment to identify and analyze environmental problems, evaluate the relative risks associated with the problems, and examine engineering solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. Topics covered include environmental and ecological processes, energy and sustainability, interconnected biological and human systems, the impact of humans on natural systems, cultural and societal contexts of environmental problems, and the utilization of engineering designs that will ensure sustainable systems.
 | 18505 - Environmental Resources and Wildlife Courses combine the fields of ecology & conservation with planning for the efficient use and preservation of land, water, wildlife, and forests. Within the general area of natural resources management, these courses usually cover specific topics & uses, such as hunting or fishing preserves, forest production and management, wildlife ID, production and or ecosystems management and preservation, and human outdoor recreation.
 | 21014 Biotechnical Engineering Biotechnical Engineering courses enable students to develop and expand their knowledge and skills in biology, physics, technology, and mathematics. Course content may vary widely, drawing upon diverse fields such as biomedical engineering, biomolecular genetics, bioprocess engineering, agricultural biology, or environmental engineering. Students may engage in problems related to biomechanics, cardiovascular engineering, genetic engineering, agricultural biotechnology, tissue engineering, biomedical devices, human interfaces, bioprocesses, forensics, and bioethics.
 | 18055 Soil Science Soil Science courses involve the study of soil properties, including soil chemistry, biology, fertility, mineralogy, and hydrology. Topics covered may also include soil conservation, irrigation, and management.