Course Information
2026-2027 Academic Year
AL17 Aquaponics II
| Course Code | AL17 |
| Course Title | Aquaponics II |
| Course Description | This advanced course builds on the foundations of Aquaponics I, giving students deeper knowledge and hands-on experience in sustainable food production systems. Students will explore advanced techniques in water quality management, plant and fish production, system design, and the integration of technology to improve efficiency. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving, innovation, and workforce readiness, with opportunities to connect classroom learning to real-world applications in agriculture, environmental science, and entrepreneurship. |
| Cluster Grouping | Cultivating Resources |
| Career Cluster | Agriculture (AGRI) |
| Course Lead Consultant | LCO |
| Course Status | LCO |
| Course Type | LCO |
| POL (Proof of Learning) | Credential |
| Credential as POL | Aquaponics Association Endorsement Program |
| Curriculum Date | Summer 2026 |
| Hours of Instruction | 135-150 |
| Recommended Maximum Enrollment | None |
| Course Credit | 1 |
| Inherently Honors | No |
| Meets Computer Science (CS) Graduation Requirement | No |
| Math Option Credit | No |
| Prerequisites | AL16 Aquaponics I |
| Cluster Grouping(s) | N/A |
| Career Cluster(s) | N/A |
| Pathway Level(s) | N/A |
| Aligned Credential(s) or Certification(s) | Aquaponics Association Endorsement Program |
| CTSO(s)(Career and Technical Student Organization) | North Carolina FFA Association The National FFA Organization |
| SOC Code(s)(Standard Occupational Classification Code) | Agricultural Technicians (19-4012)Conservation Scientists (19-1031)Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers (11-9013)First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers (45-1011)First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers (37-1012) |
