• Environmental & Natural Resources Pathway

    With a focus on making Earth cleaner and healthier, our Environmental and Natural Resources Pathway instructs students on how to preserve our planet’s natural resources and prevent harmful effects. This pathway encompasses planning, researching, and designing engineering and technical aspects that prevent and control environmental hazards, which leads to students exploring:

    Environmental Protection

    • Students learn how to identify, assess, and address environmental hazards to protect ecosystems and public health.

    Sustainability

    • Students study sustainable practices and strategies to promote the harmonious coexistence of human activities and the environment.

    Pollution Prevention

    • Students explore techniques for locating, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants and hazards that impact the environment and public health.

    Our Environmental and Natural Resources Pathway offers opportunities to work on environmental challenges and make contributions to the protection of natural resources. Students access state-of-the-art laboratories and resources to conduct research, develop solutions, and analyze environmental data. They develop skills that are in high demand across industries that are focused on environmental protection and sustainability. The pathway allows students to make a legitimate impact through interactive work while gaining career-ready expertise.

     

  • Coursework

     
    Course #
    Course Name
    Credits
    Level 1
    Course #: M3023
    Course Description: Prin. of Ag., Food, & Natural Resources*
    Credits: 1
    Level 1
    Course #: H8261
    Course Description: Prin. of Ag., Food, & Natural Resources
    Credits: 1
    Level 2
    Course #: H8263
    Course Description: Wildlife, Fisheries, & Ecology Mgmt.
    Credits: 1
    Level 3
    Course #: H8066
    Course Description: Energy & Natural Resource Technology
    Credits: 1
    Level 4
    Course #: H6771
    Course Description: Advanced Energy & Natural Resources
    Credits: 1
    Level 4
    Course #: H8287
    Course Description: Practicum in Ag., Food, & Natural Resources
    Credits: 2
    Level 4
    Course #: H8386
    Course Description: Practicum in Ag., Food, & Natural Resources Extended
    Credits: 3

    Successful completion of 4 or more course credits in the Environmental and Natural Resources program of study will fulfill requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement.

    *Course may be taken at Wood Middle School

  • Beyond Graduation

  • Collegiate Opportunities

    Associates Degrees:

    • Environmental Science
    • Wildlife, Fish, and Woodlands Science Management
    • Environmental Technology

    Bachelor’s Degrees:

    • Environmental Science
    • Environmental Engineering
    • Environmental Health
    • Wildlife, Fish, and Woodlands Science Management
    • Natural Resources Law Enforcement & Protection

    Master’s, Doctoral, and Professional Degrees:

    • Environmental Science
    • Environmental Engineering
    • Environmental Health
    • Wildlife, Fish, and Woodlands Science Management
    • Fishing & Fisheries Science Management

  • Environmental and Natural Resources Careers

    The Environmental and Natural Resources Program leads to career pathways as:
    • Environmental Scientist: Conduct research to assess environmental conditions, develop management strategies, and ensure regulatory compliance.
    • Environmental Engineer: Design and implement systems like wastewater treatment plants to mitigate environmental impact.
    • Sustainability Consultant: Advise organizations/communities on sustainable practices, resource management, and conservation.
    • Conservation Biologist: Protect and conserve endangered species, ecosystems, and natural habitats.
    • Environmental Health & Safety Specialist: Ensure workplaces/communities adhere to environmental regulations and maintain health/safety standards.
    • Water Quality Analyst: Monitor and assess water quality in water bodies, identifying threats to aquatic ecosystems.

  • Aligned Occupations

    Environmental Engineering Technicians
    Median Wage: $53,352, Annual Openings: 101, Growth: 32%

    Environmental Engineers
    Median Wage: $86,757, Annual Openings: 288, Growth: 25%

    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health
    Median Wage: $40,268, Annual Openings: 508, Growth: 17%

    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
    Median Wage: $77,896, Annual Openings: 644, Growth: 24%

    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
    Median Wage: $67,309, Annual Openings: 45, Growth: 32%

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