Agricultural
General Horticulture
01.4610008
This course is designed to prepare students to produce, process, and
market plants, shrubs, and trees used principally for ornamental,
recreational, and aesthetic purposes and to establish, maintain, and manage
horticultural enterprises.
Landscape
Design & Management
01.4630008
This lab course prepares students to use principles of design to modify
natural scenery by the arrangement of plants, objects, and earth. It
includes the culture and maintenance of plants in the landscape and the use
of business management procedures to operate landscape design, installation,
and maintenance businesses.
Agricultural Mechanics Technology I
01.4210008
This course introduces selected major areas of agricultural mechanics
technology including small engine maintenance and repair, metal fabrication,
concrete construction, building construction, plumbing, electrical wiring,
maintenance of agricultural machinery, equipment and tractors and soil and
water conservation. Learning activities include basic understanding, skill
development and problem-solving. Classroom and laboratory activities are
supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership
programs and activities.
Forestry Science I
03.4510008
This lab course provides students with entry level skills for employment in
the forest industry; includes instruction in establishment of the forest by
natural and artificial means, forest maintenance and surveillance, tree ID,
protection, silviculture, tree and land measurement, mapping, preparation
for timber sales and harvest, multiple use resource management, record
keeping and taxation.
Business and industry representatives in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Education have initiated program certification and accreditation by industry. This represents one of the most promising techniques for program improvement. This process provides verification that these programs are providing instruction at a proficiency level so that students will have the skills necessary to be successful in the workforce upon graduation. The Horticulture program at Baldwin High School will start the process of becoming Industry Certified during the 2004-05 school year.
Automotive
The Automotive Service Technology (AST) program at Baldwin High School prepares students for occupations that are vital to our transportation dependant economy. Automobiles affect the majority of our society; therefore, AST is a program that is relevant to all students. AST students who do not plan to enter automotive careers become knowledgeable and more independent consumers of automotive products and services. AST students who do plan to enter this career field are prepared to benefit from participation in a growing employment market.
The AST program at Baldwin High School is a *Dual Enrollment class with Central Georgia Technical College. This partnership allows successful students to receive credit at both schools and achieve the goal of successful entry-level employment status or advanced occupational training in a post secondary program.
Tech Prep articulated with AUT120 Introduction to Automotive Technology
This course includes the basic as well consumer skills needed in the automotive industry. Students will become familiar with Shop Safety, Job Duties, Careers, Hand Tools, as well as, Power Equipment use and operation. The course includes techniques for troubleshooting, emergency repairs, and preventative maintenance.
Foundations of Automotive Service Tech. 47.5720008
Prerequisite: AST I
The AST II class is designed for the student that is interested in entering
any automotive related career field. The course teaches the skills needed
for basic repairs to automobile brakes, suspension and steering, as well as,
electrical systems. This course also teaches techniques used to diagnose
engine performance.
Intermediate
Automotive Service Tech.
47.5730008
Prerequisite: AST II
Tech Prep articulated with
AUT124 Battery
AND
AUT126 Engine Principles Operation Repair AND
AUT130 Auto Brake AND AUT132 Suspension/Steering AND
AUT140 Electronic Engine Control Systems
The AST III course is an advanced class that prepares the student to enter
the job market with entry-level skills or an advanced post secondary
program. The student will learn skills that will enable him/her to interact
with automobiles onboard computer systems using computerized shop
equipment. Other skills taught include diagnosis and repair of antilock
brake systems and charging and starting systems.
Business and industry representatives in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Education have initiated program certification and accreditation by industry. This represents one of the most promising techniques for program improvement. This process provides verification that these programs are providing instruction at a proficiency level so that students will have the skills necessary to be successful in the workforce upon graduation. The Automotive Service Technology program at Baldwin High School is currently undergoing procedures to become an ASE certified site.
Business Education
Computer Applications
07.4411009
This course is a prerequisite for other information technology courses.
Tech Prep articulated with SCT100 Introduction to
Microcomputers.
Knowing how to use computer applications software is a basic skill
for everyone. Students in this course become proficient in word processing,
database, spreadsheet, publishing, and presentation software.
Cooperative Business Education
CBE 1 07.4750008 CBE 3 07.4770008
CBE 2 07.4760008 CBE 4 07.4780008
Instructor Approval Required!
CBE is a capstone course for Baldwin High Business and Information Technology students. This structured on-the-job training experience involves student employment in a business-related occupation while also enrolled in one of the CBE companion course at Baldwin High. The on-the-job placement requires supervision of the CBE coordinator, training plans, and training agreements that will be developed and evaluated by the job-site employer and CBE coordinator. Students will receive credit for their classroom experience and for the one-the-job training placement. The CBE experience may be repeated as the students' schedule allows and CBE coordinator approval.
Cooperative Business Education Internship
Co-Op 1 07.0910008 Co-Op 3 07.0930008
Co-Op 2 07.0920008 Co-Op 4 07.0940008
Instructor Approval Required!
Business Document Processing 07.4811008
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Tech Prep
articulated with BUS102 Intermediate Document Processing.
Focuses on the development of skills required for improved
productivity of electronically produced business letters, reports, memos,
newsletters, flyers, brochures, reports, advertising materials, and other
publications using a project-based approach. Upon completion of this
course, students may take core certification examinations for word
processing and desktop software applications.
Business
Data Applications 07.4820008
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Tech Prep articulated with CIS128 Spreadsheets & Database Techniques.
Emphasizes the development of skills required for improved
productivity in producing and editing spreadsheets and databases for
business applications. Students will create, design, edit, format, and
print spreadsheets and databases for multiple business applications and
requirements. Upon completion of course, students may take certification
examinations for spreadsheet & database applications.
Communications in
Business
07.4840008
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Tech Prep articulated with ENG112 Business Communications.
Utilizes a project-based approach to encourage mastery of the oral
and written communication skills essential for interacting effectively with
people in the workplace and in society.
Business Finance 07.42110 / 07.42600
Using project-based instruction, students are introduced to the foundations of banking and finance and the role banking and finance, credit, savings, investments, and estate planning play in business and personal success.
Principles of
Accounting
07.4110008
Tech Prep
articulated with ACC101 Principles of Accounting I.
Students will perform accounting activities for a sole
proprietorship, partnership, and corporation following generally accepted
accounting procedures. Different accounting methods used by a service
business and a merchandising business will be examined. Students will
analyze business transactions and financial statements, perform payroll and
cash control activities, examine the global perspective of accounting, and
evaluate the effects of transactions on the economic health of the business.
Principles of
Accounting II
07.4120008
Tech Prep
articulated with ACC102 Principles of Accounting II.
Build on the knowledge acquired in Principles of Accounting I as
students further their studies in accounting. Uncollectible accounts, plant
assets, inventory, notes payable and receivable, prepaid and accrued
expenses, and unearned and accrued revenues are analyzed and related
adjustments are calculated. Students apply accounting procedures to the
formation, dissolution, and liquidation of sole proprietorships,
partnerships and corporations. Budgets are prepared, analyzed actual
amounts with projected amounts, and other issues such as breakeven point,
ratio analysis and comparative financial statements are examined as they
relate to management decisions.
Business Procedures 07.46210
Tech Prep
articulated with BUS106 Business Procedures.
Provides students with a project-based approach for preparing for
careers in office systems and support services. Areas of instruction
include human relations and interpersonal skills, communicating effectively,
processing information and data, maintaining equipment and supplies,
reprographics, organizing and planning, and managing financial functions &
information.
Business Law
06.4150008
Tech Prep
articulated with MKT103 Business Law.
Designed to develop a basic knowledge of the legal system and how
business law impacts commerce domestically and internationally. Areas of
study include sources of the law and structure of the court system; ethics
and the law; procedural law and substantive law; contract law, commercial
paper, insurance, secured transactions and bankruptcy; wills and trusts;
impact of technology; and environmental law & energy regulation.
Entrepreneurship
06.4170008
Tech Prep
articulated with MKT110 Entrepreneurship.
Focuses on recognizing a business opportunity, starting a business
based on the recognized opportunity, and operating and maintaining that
business. Preparation of a business plan allows students to apply the
functional areas of business—accounting, finance, marketing, and
management—and the legal and economic environments in which a new venture
operates to an idea for a new business venture. School-based enterprises
resulting from the study of entrepreneurship give students the opportunity
to plan, open, operate and maintain a business as a word-based learning
experience.
Business Management 06.4160008
Tech Prep
articulated with MKT101 Principles of Management.
This course will help students build a strong knowledge base and
develop management skills as they study the functions of management;
organizational structures; human resources management; financial management;
operations management; general management skills; marketing/competitive
advantage; ethics; and government regulations & community involvement.
International Business
06.4170008
Focuses on raising awareness of the interrelatedness of one country’s
political policies and economic practices on another; learning to improve
international business relations through appropriate communication
strategies; understanding global business environments and the
interconnectedness of cultural, political, legal, economic, and ethical
systems; identifying forms of business ownership and international business
opportunities; and exploring basic concepts underlying international
finance, management, marketing, and trade relations.
Web Design
11.4310008
Tech Prep
articulated with BUS262 Web Page Design.
Learn how to design Web sites using HTML and FrontPage. Included are
site planning, page layout, graphic design, and the use of markup
languages. Forms and scripts are used to ad interactivity and database
access to Web sites.
Multimedia
Presentations & Communication Technology 07.4830008
Instructor Approval Required!
Seeks to integrate recent trends in the study of mass communications
into a class that is appropriate for an advanced level course. It will
develop skills in basic theory, practice, and operations of a television
studio, the portable camera, and videotape editing. Through problem-solving
activities, projects, and discussions, knowledge of how video/film affects
life and society will be demonstrated.
Digital
Media Design & Production 11.4280008
Instructor Approval Required!
Enhances presentation skills by providing more in-depth and
specialized experience in video
and film equipment operations; covers switches, cameras, lighting, audio
boards and tape machines. May include the performing arts with instruction
in acting, voice, movement, scenery, costumes, choreography, music and set
building.
Industry Certified Program
Business and industry representatives in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Education have initiated program certification and accreditation by industry. This represents one of the most promising techniques for program improvement. This process provides verification that these programs are providing instruction at a proficiency level so that students will have the skills necessary to be successful in the workforce upon graduation. The Business Education program was certified in 1997, 2001 and 2006.
Tech Prep
The Georgia Department of Education and the Georgia Department of Technical and Adult Education have a Statewide Tech Prep Articulation Agreement. This agreement is to facilitate the seamless transition of students from secondary to post-secondary education, to encourage post-secondary education, and to eliminate undue entrance delays, duplication of course content, or loss of credit. The statewide agreement allows students who successfully complete an approved articulated course at a secondary school to have advanced standing in post-secondary technical college programs.
For tentative tech prep articulated courses within
the business curriculum area, see stared courses listed in recommended
strands below.
Recommended Strands
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lComputer Applications*
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lPrinciples of Accounting*
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lPrinciples of Accounting II*
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lPlus one or more of the following:
nBusiness Management*nCommunications for Business*nEntrepreneurship*nInternational BusinessnBusiness Law*nInformation Technology Foundations*nMarketing Principles*
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lComputer Applications*
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lBusiness Management*
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lCommunications for Business*
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lBusiness Law*
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lEntrepreneurship*
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lInternational Business
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nRelated courses:
lPrinciples of Accounting*lMarketing Principles*
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lComputer Applications*
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lBusiness Document Processing*
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lBusiness Data Applications*
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lMultimedia Presentations & Communication Technology
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lCommunications for Business*
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lBusiness Procedures*
nCapstone Course—Cooperative Business Education—New course to be added FY 2006-07
Construction
Fundamentals of
Construction
46.5450008
Tech Prep
articulated with CFC Safety AND CAR101 Safe Use of Hand & Power Tools
AND
CAR105 Print Reading
The construction technology core curriculum encompasses the basics
and fundamentals of common skills spanning a variety of construction
occupations. These basic skills, including safety, mathematics, hand tools,
power tools, blueprint reading, and basic rigging, are seen as minimally
essential to accomplishment of all subsequent, more advanced objectives in
the construction curriculum.
Introduction to Building 46.5460008
Tech Prep
articulated with
CFC101 Introduction to Construction
AND CAR103 Materials
This
course serves as an introduction to building and is designed to acquaint
participants with the four major technical occupations that are available in
the building industry (carpentry, electrical, masonry, and plumbing). The
various activities equip high school trainees with the skills needed to
select a building construction occupation, enter the workforce, and continue
to advance in one of these specialized building construction occupations.
Carpentry
46.5500008
Tech Prep
articulated with
CFC110 Floor Framing AND CFC111 Wall
Framing AND
CAR112 Ceiling & Roof Framing
This course is designed to allow trainees to learn framing basics
with common and engineering lumber. After completing this course, the
trainee will identify, rate, select, and use proper materials in
constructing floor and wall systems and related components including proper
sub-flooring and materials.
Electrical I 46.5600008
This course is designed to introduce trainees to the fundamentals of
the electrical trade and the basic skills it requires. Trainees learn
electrical theory and concepts used in Ohm’s Law as applied to DC series
circuits.
Industry Certified Program
Business and industry representatives in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Education have initiated program certification and accreditation by industry. This represents one of the most promising techniques for program improvement. This process provides verification that these programs are providing instruction at a proficiency level so that students will have the skills necessary to be successful in the workforce upon graduation. The Construction program at Baldwin High School was Industry Certified in February 1998 through AGC. In August 2001, this program received a second certification through NCCER.
Cosmetology
Salon Services I
12.5450008
This course has been designed for the first semester student. It
introduces the fundamental theory and practices of the cosmetology
profession. Emphasis will be placed on the professional practices and
safety. Topics include: state and local laws, rules and regulations,
hygiene and good grooming, personality development, draping, shampooing,
hair conditioners, manicuring and basic hairstyling. (finger waving,
pincurls, and roller patterns)
Salon Services II 12.5460008
Prerequisite: Salon Services I
Tech Prep
articulated with
CS100 Introduction to Cosmetology
Theory AND
COS101 Introduction to Perm, Wave, Relax AND
COS103 Introduction to
Skin, Scalp, and Hair
This
course has been designed for the second semester cosmetology students. It
is composed of the following: basic hair cutting, rolling permanent waves,
giving permanent waves, special problems in permanent waving, eyebrow
arching, facials, facial make-up, chemical hair relaxing, scalp treatments,
and skill and scalp.
Advanced Styling Principles 12.5470008
Prerequisite: Salon Services II
This course is designed for students in their third semester
of cosmetology. It is composed of the following: thermal press and curl,
corrective hair and scalp treatment, color wheel, color selection and color
application. It continues the applications of hairstyling.
Family & Consumer Sciences
Foundations In Family &
Consumer Science 20.4010108
This course covers all of the subject areas of Family & Consumer
Sciences including: foods, child development, fashion and textiles,
personal development, leadership development, interiors, wellness, planning
and management. This is a project based course and addresses essential
knowledge and skills that all students need to live successfully in today’s
world.
Nutrition & Wellness
2.4161008
Prerequisite: Foundations in
Family & Consumer Science
Explore the only pyramid in America—The Nutrition Pyramid! Have fun
planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks. Students will also
learn the association of good nutrition and wellness across the lifespan.
Advanced Food and Nutrition
20.4171008
Prerequisite: Foundations in
Family & Consumer Science; Nutrition &
Wellness
Experiment with specialty and advanced gourmet preparation skills in
this course. Economic, cultural and global issues of nutrition are also
explores along with meal planning for special needs.
Found. In Family &
Consumer Science II 20.4010108
Prerequisite: Foundations in
Family & Consumer Science
Foundations of FACS II is a comprehensive course with emphasis on hands-on
involvement focused on real-life applications. Areas of study include
careers, family connections, consumer services, early childhood education,
human development, interpersonal relationships, nutrition & wellness,
parenting, textiles & apparel and community services.
Healthcare Science
Introduction To Healthcare Science Technology
Education 25.5210008
This course is an introduction to various careers in health care. Included
is the study of the educational requirements, salaries, and job duties and
responsibilities of many careers available in the state of Georgia. This
course also covers material in health care, nutrition, anatomy and
physiology, medical terminology and stress management. Entry level skills
are also learned.
Applications
of Healthcare Science Technology
25.5220008
Prerequisite: Introduction To Healthcare
This course provides students with the knowledge, skills and attitudes
useful in preparing students in general knowledge of select health care
careers or successful completion of a postsecondary curriculum with emphasis
on body systems which provide for framework, communication and control, and
cardiopulmonary functions. This course expands on Introduction to
Healthcare Science Technology.
Health Occupations III 25.5230008
Prerequisite:
Applications of Healthcare
This course provides students with the
knowledge, skills and attitudes useful in preparing the student for a select
health career and/or successful completion of a post secondary curriculum
with emphasis on concepts and theories related to broad spectrum of health
care topics. This course includes a clinical rotation with limited sites
available. Students will be required to take a proficiency exam to
demonstrate continued proficiency in First Aid, Vital Signs, Legal Issues,
and Infection Control Skill competency must be demonstrated in taking and
recording Vital Signs, Performing CPR, Hand Washing, Gloving, Gowning and
Masking.
Nursing Assistant 25.561008
Prerequisite: Applications of Healthcare & Instructor Approval
Tech Prep
articulated with CNA100 Fundamentals
This course will provide the student with the knowledge and skills necessary
to obtain certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant as specified by the
Georgia Long Term Care Foundation. This course meets the curriculum
guidelines specified by Federal guidelines covered under the Omnibus Budget
Reconciliation Act. This certification will provide the credentials for
entry level employment in various health care facilities.
Marketing
Principles/Applications 08.4740008
Tech Prep
articulated with MKT100 Introduction to Marketing.
Marketing Principles emphasizes the development of basic economic
foundations of marketing and business foundations related to marketing.
Advanced Marketing
Technology 08.475008
Prerequisite: Marketing Principles/Applications
Tech Prep
articulated with MKT106 Fundamentals of Selling.
Emphasizes how to plan and analyze functions; covers marketing research and
business presentation skills, case studies, and use of technology in
presentations.
Fashion Marketing 08.4130008
Prerequisite: Marketing Principles/Applications
Tech Prep
articulated with FSM101 Fashion Fundamentals.
Fashion Marketing covers the concepts and functions of basic marketing using
the fashion industry as the learning vehicle. Discussion topics such as
fashion cycle, fashion economics, promoting a fashion image, and technology
in fashion marketing are included. This course takes a look at how
marketing shapes the fashion industry and explores career opportunities.
Marketing Co-Op
Internship 08.0910008/08.0920008
These courses are available only to
those students currently enrolled in a marketing education course.
Supervision by the marketing instructor is required.
The structured on-the-job training experience involves student employment in
a marketing/marketing-related occupation while also enrolled in one of the
marketing education occupational training classroom-lab courses. Specified
performance standards, as described and evaluated by training plans,
training agreements, special on-the-job projects and completion of a minimum
number of paid hours of work, provide the foundation for mastery of
marketing skills.
Related Vocational
Instruction
Sports and Entertainment Marketing
08.4780008
Sport and Entertainment
Marketing explores the intriguing world and entertainment from the
perspective of marketing. Students learn about the business of sports
management and the different careers related to this field.
Industry Certified Program
Business and industry representatives in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Education have initiated program certification and accreditation by industry. This represents one of the most promising techniques for program improvement. This process provides verification that these programs are providing instruction at a proficiency level so that students will have the skills necessary to be successful in the workforce upon graduation. The Marketing program at Baldwin High School was Industry Certified in 1995 and re-certified in 2004.
Technology Courses
Introduction
to Technology I 21.4250008
This course is designed to provide students with a variety of experiences
pertaining to technology in our industrial society. During the course,
students will receive hands-on activities demonstrating the basic principles
and application in the area of power and energy, communication,
manufacturing, construction, electronics and computer-aided instruction with
emphasis on problem solving skills. Career education information will be
provided throughout the course to assist students in making informed and
meaningful career choices. The relationship of science, mathematics and
technology will be covered in this course.
Students will receive hands-on experiences using the modular approach to solve various problems. Each student will be given the opportunity to work in the following modules for fifteen days:
Computer Drafting
Research and Design
Computer Aided Publishing
Computer Applications
Aerodynamics
Electronics Technology
Computer Numerical Controlled
Lathe
Introduction to Technology II 21.4260008
Enhances level-one skills; introduces additional materials, processes
and careers with continued reinforcement and applications of basic skills
and core competencies. The course also includes additional modules and
individual, team, and group activities.
Drafting
Technology—Introduction 21.4320008
Students will learn the basic concepts and design aspects of drafting such
as lettering, pictorial sketches, multi-view drawings, dimension lines and
other important foundation material. The course also introduces the
students to the concepts of mechanical and architectural drawing. Students
will leave the class with a sizable portfolio of work.
Drafting Technology—Mechanical 21.4330008
Mechanical drafting is an introductory course to drafting technology. It
focuses on drafting skills that include free-hand sketching, using measuring
tools and instruments correctly, preparing title blocks and other formats,
and using basic measurement systems.
Students will also draw multi-views, isometric, assembly, sectional views,
auxiliary views, fasteners, and pictorial drawings.
Drafting Technology—Architectural
21.4340008
Presents the international language of lines and symbols related to
architectural engineering; emphasizes print reading, design, floor plan
development, perspective solutions and renderings. Uses board and
electronic media for problem solving.