Agricultural Courses Being Taught in Hawaii High Schools

These course descriptions are generic across all schools that offer agriculture electives. Individual modifications, such as student evaluation and course requirements and expectations, can be made at the school level and the reader is directed to the high school in question for further details.

Course Objectives

1. Develop entry level competencies for students planning to enter horticultural occupations.
2. Acquire and apply knowledge in propagating, nurturing, and protecting plants.
3. Acquire and apply conceptual knowledge of biological and physical sciences.

Description
A vocational-technical course designed to provide skills and technical information in ornamental horticulture. The main areas of study include plant identification, plant propagation, safety, and pest control. Special consideration is given to appropriate cultural technologies such as integrated pest management and sustainable agriculture practices. Classroom study is combined with outdoor laboratory activities, and the FFA program is an integral part of the course.

Course Objectives

1. Develop entry level competencies to a higher proficiency for those preparing for horticultural occupations.
2. Acquire and apply conceptual knowledge in the management of agribusiness enterprises including landscaping, turf, nursery, and floral operations.
3. Acquire and apply conceptual knowledge of biological and physical sciences.

Description
A vocational-technical course in ornamental horticulture with heavy emphasis on landscaping, turf management, and the processing and distribution of horticultural products. Included in the course are conservation practices such as integrated pest management and sustainable agriculture practices. The learning environment may include work-based sites as an extension of the classroom. Classroom study is combined with outdoor laboratory activities, and the FFA program is an integral part of this course.

Course Objectives

1. Develop entry level competencies for students planning to enter agricultural occupations.
2. Acquire and apply knowledge in crop and livestock production.
3. Acquire and apply conceptual knowledge of biological and physical sciences.

Description
A vocational-technical course designed to provide skills and technical information in agriculture. The main areas of study include cropping techniques, animal husbandry, agricultural equipment and machinery usage, soil and water management, and safety. Special consideration is given to appropriate technologies such as integrated pest management and sustainable agriculture practices. Classroom study is combined with outdoor laboratory activities, and the FFA program is an integral part of this course.

Course Objectives

1. Develop entry level competencies to a higher proficiency for those preparing for general agricultural occupations.
2. Acquire and apply conceptual knowledge of basic maintenance, trouble shooting, and repair of agricultural machinery and equipment, construction, processing and distribution of agricultural products, and agricultural business enterprise management.
3. Acquire and apply conceptual knowledge of biological and physical sciences.

Description
A vocational-technical course in ornamental horticulture with heavy emphasis on the maintenance of agricultural machinery and equipment, construction, processing and distribution of agricultural products, and agricultural business enterprise management. Environmental sensitivity and ecological consequences of agricultural activities are also emphasized and the learning environment may include industry-based sites as an extension of the classroom. Classroom study is combined with outdoor laboratory activities, and the FFA program is an integral part of this course.

Course Objectives

1. Develop entry level competencies to prepare those planning to enter agricultural mechanics and related occupations.
2. Acquire and apply conceptual knowledge of basic maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of agricultural machinery and equipment.
3. Acquire skills and practice safety in fabricating structures in wood, metal, inorganic, and synthetic building media.
4. Acquire and apply conceptual knowledge of physical science.

Description
A vocational-technical course specializing in the repair and maintenance of agricultural equipment and the fabrication, repair, and maintenance of agricultural structures. Activities include safe tool use and an orientation to construction, power systems, welding, and plumbing. Classroom study is combined with outdoor laboratory activities, and the FFA program is an integral part of this course.

Course Objectives

1. Develop entry level competencies to a higher proficiency for those preparing to enter agribusiness, agricultural mechanics and related occupations.
2. Acquire and develop skills in specialized agricultural mechanics applications.
3. Acquire skills and practice safety in fabricating structures in wood, metal, inorganic, and synthetic building media.

Description
A vocational-technical course specializing in the fabrication, repair, and/or maintenance of agricultural equipment and facilities. Activities include construction, troubleshooting of combustion engine systems, advanced welding, irrigation system design, and plumbing. Special consideration is given to hazardous waste management. Classroom study is combined with outdoor laboratory activities, and the FFA program is an integral part of this course.

Course Objectives

1. Develop entry level competencies in agribusiness and related occupations through integrated school- and work-based learning programs.
2. Acquire and apply conceptual knowledge in your apprenticeship settings.

Description
A course designed to give students realistic training through school and work-based-learning experiences in agricultural occupations. Students spend part of their school day at a job station in addition taking their regular courses required for graduation. Classroom study is combined with laboratory activities, and the FFA program is an integral part of the course. The course may be repeated for credit.

Course Objectives

1. Develop entry level competencies to prepare those planning to enter agriscience and related technical occupations and/or post secondary programs
2. Acquire and apply conceptual knowledge of biological science.
3. Acquire and apply biological science methodologies to the practice of cultivating animal and plant life.

Description
A course designed to give students scientific and technical knowledge and skills in growing plants and animals. An emphasis is made on the application of the biological science principles under both laboratory and real world conditions. Classroom study is integrated with realistic production activities, and the FFA program is an integral part of the course. Credit for the course may be applied toward science graduation requirements. While this course satisfies Department of Education standards, it may not be recognized by some colleges and universities.

Course Objectives

1. Develop entry level competencies to prepare those planning to enter agriscience and related technical occupations and/or post secondary programs
2. Acquire and apply conceptual knowledge of physical science.
3. Acquire and apply physical science methodologies to further the study of soils, agronomy, metallurgy, surveying, equipment use, and mechanics.

Description
A course designed to give students scientific and technical knowledge and skills in dealing with the physical natural environment. An emphasis is made on the application of physical science under both laboratory and real world conditions. Classroom study is combined with realistic laboratory activities, and the FFA program is an integral part of the course. Credit for the course may be applied toward science graduation requirements. While this course satisfies Department of Education standards, it may not be recognized by some colleges and universities.

Course Objectives

1. Develop entry level competencies to prepare those planning to enter aquacultural and related technical occupations and/or post secondary programs
2. Acquire and apply conceptual knowledge of biological science to aquatic environments.
3. Acquire and apply science methodologies to further the study of aquatic organisms.

Description
A course designed to give students basic knowledge of skills in dealing with the aquatic agricultural environment. An emphasis is made on the application of biological science under both laboratory and real world conditions. Classroom study is combined with realistic laboratory activities, and the FFA program is an integral part of the course. Credit for the course may be applied toward science graduation requirements. While this course satisfies Department of Education standards, it may not be recognized by some colleges and universities.