The CASE Program prepares students to be successful in numerous careers in the agricultural sciences as well as preparing them to further their education at the post-secondary level. This inquiry-based program of study incorporates classroom learning, FFA leadership and career development, as well as outside the classroom experiences through Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAE) and other internship opportunities. Students will explore hands-on projects and activities in the areas of land use, water quality, and sources of energy. Study of the natural world including biomes, land, air, water, energy, use and care, as well as a focus on issues surrounding man's interaction with the Earth is addressed in this course.

Completer Courses

• Introduction To Afnr (Agriculture, Food, And Natural Resources)

• Honors Natural Resources And Ecology

• Honors Environmental Science Issues

• Honors Agricultural Resource And Development (Capstone)

Schools Offering Completer

• Cat North

Articulated/proficiency Credit

• College Articulation Agreements With Multiple Universities, Including U Of Md And Rutgers

Career Opportunities Upon Program Completion

• Arborist ($27,370 - $58,580)

• Landscaping/groundskeeper ($29,460 - $47,960)

• Natural Resources Officer ($53-295 - $112,185)

Career Opportunities With Additional Education And Training

• Environmental Engineer ($63,170 - $163,340)

• Environmental Compliance Inspector ($46,930 - $127,250)

• Conservation Scientist ($49.890 - $164,090)

• Biologist ($61,940 - $174,680)

• Urban Planner ($59,140 - $105,890)

• Industrial Ecologist ($48,390 - $133,640)

The CASE Program prepares students to be successful in numerous careers in the agricultural sciences as well as preparing them to further their education at the post-secondary level. This inquiry-based program of study incorporates classroom learning, FFA leadership and career development, as well as outside the classroom experiences through Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAE) and other internship opportunities. Students will work in teams on inquiry-based projects exploring biotechnology research methodology, DNA/ gene transfer, biofuels, micropropagation, embryo transfer, transgenic materials, and microbial biotechnology. As a foundation, biochemistry and the regulations, laws, and ethics governing biotechnology will be addressed.

Completer Courses

• Introduction To Afnr (Agriculture, Food, And Natural Resources)

• Honors Principles Of Agriculture Sciences/plants, Or Honors Principles Of Agriculture Sciences/animals

• Honors Animal And Plant Biotechnology

• Honors Agricultural Resource And Development (Capstone)

Schools Offering Completer

• Phoenix

• Southern

Articulated/proficiency Credit

• College Articulation Agreements With Multiple Universities, Including U Of Md And Rutgers

Career Opportunities Upon Program Completion

• Agricultural Technician ($39,590 - $68,100)

• Agricultural Inspectors ($36,440 - $71,640)

• Food Science Technician ($36,250 - $78,020)

Career Opportunities With Additional Education And Training

• Precision Agriculture Technicians ($39,590 - $68,100)

• Agricultural Engineers ($50,480 - $146,350)

• Soil and Plant Scientists ($50,690 - $151,470)

The Natural Resources and Conservation program focuses on studies and activities related to the natural environment and its conservation, use, and improvement. It includes instruction in subjects such as climate, air, soil, water, land, fish and wildlife, and plant resources; on the basic principles of environmental science and natural resources management; and the recreational and economic uses of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources. Anne Arundel County Public Schools has partnered with the Anne Arundel Community College’s School of Science, Technology, and Education to create the Natural Resources and Conservation CTE program. This program combines Career and Technical Education and Early College access and will allow students to graduate with 12 college credits.

Completer Courses

• Environmental Literacy Exploration

• Restoration Ecology

• General Botany

• Introduction To Drone Technology

• Introduction To Geographic Information Systems

Schools Offering Completer

• Broadneck

Potential Certifications

• Faa Part 107 Remote Pilot License

Articulated/proficiency Credit

Anne Arundel Community College (Aacc)

• Bio 215 Restoration Ecology (3 Credits)

• Bio 103 General Botany (3 Credits)

• Drones Sensing The World Around Us (3 Credits)

• Uas 111 Introduction To Drone Technology (3 Credits)

• Geo 240 Introduction To Geographic Information Systems (3 Credits)

Career Opportunities Upon Program Completion

• Forest And Conservation Technicians ($41,200 - $67,870)

• Forest And Conservation Workers ($26,690- $48,270)

Career Opportunities With Additional Education And Training

• Remote Sensing Scientists And Technologists ($71,360 - $176,280)

• Conservation Scientists ($49,890 - $164,090)

• Environmental Restoration Planners ($48,390 - $133,640)

• Water Resource Specialists ($103,480 - $239,200)