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This chart maps out all the courses in the discipline and shows the links between courses and the possible prerequisites for them. It does not attempt to depict all possible movements from course to course.


GreenIndustries


Options for Grades 9-12

The following courses may be offered in some schools. For course descriptions refer to the corresponding (by grade) THJ description below.
 

Options:

THA3M Green Industries - Agribusiness

THD3M Green Industries - Landscaping Architecture

THO3M Green Industries - Forestry

THS3M Green Industries - Horticulture Management and Science

THF3E Green Industries - Floristry

THG3E Green Industries - Agriculture

THH3E Green Industries - Horticulture

THL3E Green Industries - Landscaping Construction and Mtce

THO3E Green Industries - Forestry

THA4M Green Industries - Agribusiness

THD4M Green Industries - Landscaping Architecture

THO4M Green Industries - Forestry

THS4M Green Industries - Horticulture Management and Science

THF4E Green Industries - Floristry

THG4E Green Industries - Agriculture

THH4E Green Industries - Horticulture

THL4E Green Industries - Landscaping Construction and Mtce

THO4E Green Industries - Forestry

  

Exploring Green Industries THJ1O
This exploratory course introduces students to concepts and skills related to the green industries – agriculture, forestry, horticulture, and landscaping. Students will develop an awareness of related environmental and societal issues and will begin to explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the field.
CREDIT: 1TYPE: OpenGRADE: 9
Exploring Technologies TIJ1O
This course enables students to further explore and develop technological knowledge and skills introduced in the elementary science and technology program. Students will be given the opportunity to design and create products and/or provide services related to the various technological areas or industries, working with a variety of tools, equipment, and software commonly used in industry. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues, and will begin to explore secondary and postsecondary education and training pathways leading to careers in technology-related fields.
CREDIT: 1TYPE: OpenGRADE: 9
Green Industries THJ2O
This course introduces students to the various sectors of the green industries – agriculture, forestry, horticulture, floristry, and landscaping. Using materials, processes, and techniques commonly employed in these industries, students will participate in a number of hands-on projects that may include plant or animal propagation; production, maintenance, and harvesting activities; the development of floral or landscaping designs; and/or related construction activities. Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to green industry activities, learn about safe and healthy working practices, and explore secondary and postsecondary education and training pathways and career opportunities in the various industry sectors.
CREDIT: 1TYPE: OpenGRADE: 10
Green Industries THJ3E
This course enables students to develop knowledge and skills related to agriculture, floristry, forestry, horticulture, and landscaping. Students will learn to identify a broad range of plant and animal species; examine factors that affect the growth of plants and animals and the quality of products derived from them; and develop process, design, and maintenance skills required in the green industries. Students will also learn about safe and healthy working practices, develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to green industry activities, and learn about apprenticeships and other postsecondary education and training opportunities, as well as employment opportunities that may be pursued directly after graduation.
CREDIT: 1TYPE: WorkplaceGRADE: 11
Green Industries THJ3M
This course enables students to develop knowledge and skills related to agriculture, forestry, horticulture, and landscaping. Students will study the identification, growth, and management of plants and animals and develop process, design, and management skills required in the green industries. Students will also examine social and economic issues related to the green industries, learn about safe and healthy working practices, study industry standards and codes, and will explore post-secondary education programs and career opportunities.
CREDIT: 1TYPE: University/CollegeGRADE: 11
Green Industries THJ4E
This course enables students to gain further experience with a variety of industry procedures and operations and to acquire additional industry-specific skills. Students will study more complex processes, develop more advanced design and maintenance skills, and explore ways of enhancing environmental sustainability. They will also examine social and economic issues related to the green industries, learn about safe and healthy working practices, study industry standards and codes, and explore career opportunities in the various industries. The knowledge and skills acquired in this course will prepare students for the workplace and apprenticeship training.
CREDIT: 1TYPE: WorkplaceGRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: THJ3E - Green Industries
Green Industries THJ4M
This course focuses on more complex concepts and skills related to the green industries. Students will focus on developing process skills, design and management techniques, and ways of enhancing environmental sustainability. They will also examine social and economic issues related to the green industries, learn about safe and healthy working practices, study industry standards and codes, and explore career opportunities. The knowledge and skills acquired in this course will prepare students for more specialized studies at the college and university level.
CREDIT: 1TYPE: University/CollegeGRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: THJ3M - Green Industries