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Bioscience and Environmental Technology
Bioscience and Environmental Technology Career Pathway
The environment is directly impacted by human interaction. The Bio-Science program is specifically designed to observe, test and solve environmental issues that affect our living space. Through project based learning, students study all habitats and plant and animal life that inhabits each.
Course Sequence by Grade
Exploratory and Introduction to Bioscience and Environmental Technology (BT110)
All Grade 9 students participate in the Exploratory Program. As students enter the field of Bioscience and Environmental Technology, they will be introduced to college opportunities and career pathways, forestry, beach and marine analysis and identification of plants. Students are instructed in laboratory and field competencies which can be built upon in the later years of the technology and in their science classes. Field trips to local shoreline communities are an important component of the Exploratory Program. The Common Core for Language Arts and Mathematics as well as science skills are integrated.
Measurement and Analysis (BT210)
In Grade 10, students master laboratory and field competencies through project-based learning. In each project, students learn to analyze data collected in the lab or field using scientific methodology. Course content includes topics such as water treatment/filtration, forestry, wetland conservation, microbiology, classification of living organisms and stream analysis. Emphasis is placed on protocol procedures and teamwork to emphasize college preparedness and to mirror workplace requirements. Students are instructed in science-related safety. The Common Core for Language Arts and Mathematics as well as science skills are integrated.
Managing the Environment (BT310)
In Grade 11, students will be investigating real-world environmental problems and working to solve these problems using hands-on, team-based applications. In addition to production projects, students will experience habitat management, aquaculture, biotechnology data driven mapping, meteorology, global warming and evolutionary biology. Emphasis is placed on presentation, report writing and teamwork. Students are instructed in science (lab)-related and shop safety. Work-Based Learning (WBL) is available to eligible students. The Common Core for Language Arts and Mathematics as well as science skills are Integrated.
Individual Topics in Bioscience (BT410)
In Grade 12, students are given an opportunity to reflect on previous experiences (Grades 9-11) and develop a senior project. The topic, chosen by each student, is presented to a panel and composes a portion of their
final grade. All projects include the student’s accumulative skills of design, observation, data collection and analysis reporting. Written and oral data reports as well as the meeting of deadlines are part of the senior year course requirements. Seniors participate in a mentoring program for the 9th grade students whereas they assist in lab procedures and data collection. Various certifications are earned during Grade 12 including
OSHA and HAZMAT. Seniors are expected to work independently and participate in Work-Based Learning if they are eligible. A performance-based test is administered to all seniors prior to graduation.
Course Sequence
Our multifaceted program connects to all levels of the environment including fresh and wastewater management, plant propagation and greenhouse management, fresh and saltwater aquatics, small animal care, forestry and landscape design.
Students participate in internships as docents for The Mystic Aquarium and Work Based Learning (WBL) for local fresh and wastewater operations.
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All Grade 9 students participate in the Exploratory Program. As students enter the field of Bioscience and Environmental Technology, they will be introduced to college opportunities and career pathways, forestry, beach and marine analysis and identification of plants. Students are instructed in laboratory and field competencies which can be built upon in the later years of the technology and in their science classes. Field trips to local shoreline communities are an important component of the Exploratory Program. The Common Core for Language Arts and Mathematics as well as science skills are integrated.
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Measurement and Analysis (BT210)
3 credits
In Grade 10, students master laboratory and field competencies through project-based learning. In each project, students learn to analyze data collected in the lab or field using scientific methodology. Course content includes topics such as water treatment/filtration, forestry, wetland conservation, microbiology, classification of living organisms and stream analysis. Emphasis is placed on protocol procedures and teamwork to emphasize college preparedness and to mirror workplace requirements. Students are instructed in science-related safety. The Common Core for Language Arts and Mathematics as well as science skills are integrated.
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Managing the Environment (BT310)
3 credits
In Grade 11, students will be investigating real-world environmental problems and working to solve these problems using hands-on, team-based applications. In addition to production projects, students will experience habitat management, aquaculture, biotechnology data driven mapping, meteorology, global warming and evolutionary biology. Emphasis is placed on presentation, report writing and teamwork. Students are instructed in science (lab)-related and shop safety. Work-Based Learning (WBL) is available to eligible students. The Common Core for Language Arts and Mathematics as well as science skills are Integrated.
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Individual Topics in Bioscience (BT410)
3 credits
In Grade 12, students are given an opportunity to reflect on previous experiences (Grades 9-11) and develop a senior project. The topic, chosen by each student, is presented to a panel and composes a portion of their
final grade. All projects include the student’s accumulative skills of design, observation, data collection and analysis reporting. Written and oral data reports as well as the meeting of deadlines are part of the senior year course requirements. Seniors participate in a mentoring program for the 9th grade students whereas they assist in lab procedures and data collection. Various certifications are earned during Grade 12 including
OSHA and HAZMAT. Seniors are expected to work independently and participate in Work-Based Learning if they are eligible. A performance-based test is administered to all seniors prior to graduation.
BioScience - Learning for Life
The Bio-Science program is designed to observe, test, and solve environmental issues that affect our living space. Through project-based learning, students study habitats and plant and animal life that inhabits each. This multifaceted program connects to all levels of the environment including fresh and wastewater management, plant propagation, and greenhouse management, fresh and saltwater aquatics, small animal care, forestry, and landscape design.
BioScience Program Information
Ella T. Grasso Technical High School
189 Fort Hill Road
Groton, CT 06340
Tel: 860.448.0220
Directions
A.I. Prince Technical High School
401 Flatbush Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106
Tel: 860.951.7112
Directions
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BioScience & Environmental Technology Alumni Network
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CT Connect: Work-Based Learning Opportunities for BioScience Students
Local businesses can partner with the CTECS BioScience Science Program via our Work-Based Learning program to provide mentoring, internship, and career assistance to current students and graduates, while receiving valuable resource assistance.