2020 - 2021
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Avionics Systems
Program Type:	Career Preparatory
Career Cluster:	Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

Secondary – Career Preparatory	
Program Number	9504300	
CIP Number	0647060906	
Grade Level	9-12	
Standard Length	5 credits	
Teacher Certification	Refer to the Program Structure section	
CTSO	SkillsUSA, FL-TSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	49-2091 – Avionics Technicians	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose 

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics career cluster. 

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as avionics installation and repair technicians.
 
The course content includes, but is not limited to, troubleshooting, repair and installation of airborne radio communications, radio navigation and radar equipment systems in accordance with regulatory and industry standards.  Also included is instruction in basics of AM and FM transmitters and receivers and avionics equipment.  Skills preparation for passing licensing/certification tests required by industry forms an integral part of the curriculum. The course content should also include training in communication, leadership, human relations and employability skills; and safe, efficient work practices.

This program focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the Avionics industry; planning, management, finance, technical and product skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues and health, safety, and environmental issues.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of  

To teach the course(s) listed below, instructors must hold at least one of the teacher certifications indicated for that course.

The following table illustrates the secondary program structure:

Course Number	Course Title	Teacher Certification	Length	SOC Code	Level	Graduation Requirement	
9504310	Avionics Fundamentals 1	AVIONICS   @7 7G
ELECTRONIC @7 7G	1 credit	49-2091	3		
9504320	Avionics Fundamentals 2		1 credit	49-2091	3		
9504330	Avionics Fundamentals 3		1 credit	49-2091	3		
9504340	Avionics Fundamentals 4		1 credit	49-2091	3		
9504350	Avionics Fundamentals Capstone		1 credit	49-2091	3	PA	

(Graduation Requirement Abbreviations- EQ= Equally Rigorous Science, PA= Practical Arts, EC= Economics)

National Standards

Programs identified as having Industry or National Standards corresponding to the standards and/or benchmarks for the Avionics Systems program can be found using the following links:

www.faa.gov
www.eta-i.org

Common Career Technical Core – Career Ready Practices

Career Ready Practices describe the career-ready skills that educators should seek to develop in their students.  These practices are not exclusive to a Career Pathway, program of study, discipline or level of education.  Career Ready Practices should be taught and reinforced in all career exploration and preparation programs with increasingly higher levels of complexity and expectation as a student advances through a program of study. 

1. Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee. 

2. Apply appropriate academic and technical skills. 

3. Attend to personal health and financial well-being. 

4. Communicate clearly, effectively and with reason. 

5. Consider the environmental, social and economic impacts of decisions. 

6. Demonstrate creativity and innovation. 

7. Employ valid and reliable research strategies. 

8. Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. 

9. Model integrity, ethical leadership and effective management. 

10. Plan education and career path aligned to personal goals. 

11. Use technology to enhance productivity. 

12. Work productively in teams while using cultural/global competence. 

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the fundamentals of aviation maintenance technology.
02.0	Demonstrate skills in technical communications.
03.0	Demonstrate proficiency in basic aircraft wiring and PCB practices.
04.0	Demonstrate proficiency in basic direct current (DC) circuits.
05.0	Demonstrate proficiency in advanced direct current (DC) circuits.
06.0	Demonstrate proficiency in aircraft direct current (DC) power systems.
07.0	Demonstrate proficiency in alternating current (AC) circuits.
08.0	Demonstrate proficiency in advanced alternating current (AC) circuits.
09.0	Demonstrate proficiency in alternating current (AC) circuit components.
10.0	Demonstrate proficiency in aircraft alternating current (AC) power systems.
11.0	Demonstrate proficiency with aircraft drawings.
12.0	Demonstrate proficiency in solid state devices.
13.0	Demonstrate proficiency in analog circuits.
14.0	Demonstrate an understanding of basic avionics corrosion.
15.0	Demonstrate proficiency in aircraft aerodynamic fundamentals.
16.0	Demonstrate knowledge in Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operations.
17.0	Demonstrate proficiency in digital circuits.
18.0	Demonstrate proficiency in fundamental microprocessors.
19.0	Demonstrate an understanding of workplace safety practices.
20.0	Demonstrate appropriate communication skills.
21.0	Demonstrate knowledge of basic avionics systems.
22.0	Conceive, design, and present an avionics project(s) that encompass all the skills learned in the Avionics Systems program.
23.0	Create a project portfolio describing the avionics project, including drawings and specifications, the tasks and rationale, process journal, budget report, and the results.

2020 - 2021
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Avionics Fundamentals 1
Course Number: 	9504310
Course Credit:	1 

Course Description:
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of aviation maintenance, technical communication skills, basic aircraft wiring, PCB practices, basic and advanced DC circuits and power systems. It emphasizes troubleshooting techniques and it brings elements that help to develop fine motor skills. This course defines techniques, requirements and expectations for those seeking to enter the job market as employees or small business owners.  

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
01.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the fundamentals of aviation maintenance technology.--The student will be able to:	
01.01	Apply proper Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) safety standards.	
01.02	Identify the primary parts of an aircraft.	
01.03	Describe how avionics systems integrate with aircraft airframe and propulsion systems.	
01.04	Research and describe the certifications associated with the avionics maintenance technician.	
02.0	Demonstrate skills in technical communications.--The student will be able to:	
02.01	Interpret electronic schematics	
02.02	Write reports and make oral presentations.	
02.03	Maintain test logs.	
02.04	Write formal reports of laboratory experiences	
02.05	Read and follow written instructions.	
02.06	Answer and ask questions coherently and concisely	
03.0	Demonstrate proficiency in basic aircraft wiring and PCB practices.--The student will be able to:	
03.01	Explain the theoretical concepts and safety precautions of soldering.	
03.02	Use appropriate hand tools to cut, strip, crimp, splice, solder, and stamp/identify wires and cables to industry standards for aircraft installation.	
03.03	Prepare, use, install, and inspect general purpose connectors.	
03.04	Research and identify the proper AN-MS connectors for use in aircraft electrical systems.	
03.05	Identify and use power tools properly.	
03.06	Demonstrate acceptable PCB soldering techniques.	
03.07	Demonstrate acceptable de-soldering techniques.	
03.08	Demonstrate electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety procedures.	
03.09	Describe the construction of printed circuit boards (PCB's).	
03.10	Demonstrate proficiency in reworking and repairing aircraft wiring and PCB’s.	
04.0	Demonstrate proficiency in basic direct current (DC) circuits.--The student will be able to:	
04.01	Identify sources of electricity.	
04.02	Define voltage, current, resistance, power and energy.	
04.03	Apply Ohm's law and power formulas.	
04.04	Read and interpret color codes and symbols to identify electrical components and values.	
04.05	Measure properties of a DC circuit using an analog volt/ohm (VOM) meter.	
04.06	Measure properties of a DC circuit using a digital multimeter (DMM).	
04.07	Measure properties of a DC circuit using an oscilloscope.	
04.08	Compute conductance and compute and measure resistance of conductors and insulators.	
04.09	Apply Ohm's law to series circuits.	
04.10	Analyze and troubleshoot series circuits.	
04.11	Apply Ohm's law to parallel circuits.	
04.12	Analyze and troubleshoot parallel circuits.	
05.0	Demonstrate proficiency in advanced direct current (DC) circuits.--The student will be able to:	
05.01	Apply Ohm’s law to series-parallel and parallel-series circuits.	
05.02	Verify the operation of series-parallel, parallel-series, and bridge circuits.	
05.03	Troubleshoot series-parallel and parallel-series and bridge circuits.	
05.04	Identify and define voltage divider circuits (loaded and unloaded).	
05.05	Verify the operation of voltage divider circuits (loaded and unloaded).	
05.06	Analyze and troubleshoot voltage divider circuits (loaded and unloaded).	
05.07	Describe magnetic properties of circuits and devices.	
05.08	Determine the physical and electrical characteristics of capacitors and inductors.	
05.09	Define resistor-capacitor (R-C) and resistor-inductor (R-L) time constants.	
05.10	Adjust and operate power supplies for DC circuits.	
06.0	Demonstrate proficiency in aircraft direct current (DC) power systems.--The student will be able to:	
06.01	Identify the types and construction of aircraft batteries.	
06.02	Define battery shop safety features and precautions when servicing various types of aircraft batteries.	
06.03	Explain the process of servicing lead-acid and nickel-cadmium batteries.	
06.04	Describe the types of aircraft DC generation systems.	
06.05	Describe the purpose and operation of aircraft DC current limiters, regulators, and reverse current relays.	

	2020 - 2021
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Avionics Fundamentals 2
Course Number: 	9504320
Course Credit:	1 

Course Description:
This course builds on the skills identified in Avionics Fundamentals 1. Students will learn basic and advanced AC circuitry, components, aircraft AC power systems, and aircraft drawings.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
07.0	Demonstrate proficiency in alternating current (AC) circuits.--The student will be able to:	
07.01	Solve basic trigonometric problem as applicable to electronics.	
07.02	Measure the properties of AC circuits using multi-meters.	
07.03	Measure the properties of an AC circuit using an oscilloscope.	
07.04	Identify the sources of AC electricity.	
07.05	Use a function generator to inject signals into an AC circuits.	
07.06	Define frequency, cycle, Hertz, wavelength, sine wave, phase angle, and period.	
07.07	Calculate peak-to-peak, average, and RMS values of an AC signal.	
07.08	Identify sine waves, square waves, saw-tooth waves, and ramp waveforms.	
07.09	Use Ohm’s law to determine resistance in an AC circuit.	
07.10	Define the characteristics of AC capacitive circuits.	
07.11	Analyze and troubleshoot AC capacitive circuits.	
07.12	Define the characteristics of AC inductive circuits.	
07.13	Analyze and troubleshoot AC inductive circuits.	
08.0	Demonstrate proficiency in advanced alternating current (AC) circuits.--The student will be able to:	
08.01	Define characteristics of resistive, inductive and capacitive (RLC) circuits (series, parallel and complex).	
08.02	Define the characteristics of series and parallel resonant circuits.	
08.03	Analyze and troubleshoot R-C, R-L, and RLC circuits.	
08.04	Define the characteristics of frequency selective filter circuits.	
08.05	Analyze and troubleshoot frequency selective filter circuits.	
08.06	Define the characteristics of poly-phase circuits.	
09.0	Demonstrate proficiency in alternating current (AC) circuit components.--The student will be able to:	
09.01	Define and apply the principles of transformers to AC circuits.	
09.02	Calculate transformer primary and secondary voltage, turn ratio, current, and power.	
09.03	Analyze and troubleshoot step-up, step-down, and auto transformers.	
09.04	Describe the characteristics and operation of relays and switches.	
09.05	Analyze and troubleshoot relays and switches.	
09.06	Define basic AC generator theory and operation.	
09.07	Define basic AC motor theory and operation.	
09.08	Adjust and operate power supplies for AC circuits.	
09.09	Analyze and measure power in AC circuits.	
10.0	Demonstrate proficiency in aircraft alternating current (AC) power systems.--The student will be able to:	
10.01	Describe the types and operation of aircraft AC generation systems.	
10.02	Describe the operation of basic aircraft DC and AC power distribution systems.	
10.03	Describe the operation of aircraft multi-engine power distribution systems.	
11.0	Demonstrate proficiency with aircraft drawings.--The student will be able to:	
11.01	Identify and define the symbols, lines, and markings on aircraft flowcharts, drawings and diagrams.	
11.02	Read and interpret aircraft drawings and blueprints.	
11.03	Use of charts and graphs.	

2020 - 2021
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Avionics Fundamentals 3
Course Number: 	9504330
Course Credit:	1 

Course Description:
This course builds on the knowledge and skills found in Avionics Fundamentals 1 & 2. Students will learn solid state devices, analog circuits, basic avionics corrosion, aircraft aerodynamics, foundations of Unmanned Aerial Systems, and Unmanned Aerial Systems operations.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
12.0	Demonstrate proficiency in solid state devices.--The student will be able to:	
12.01	Identify and define properties of semiconductor materials.	
12.02	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of junction diodes.	
12.03	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of special diodes.	
12.04	Analyze and troubleshoot diode circuits.	
12.05	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of bipolar transistors,	
12.06	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of field effect transistors.	
12.07	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of single-stage amplifiers.	
12.08	Analyze and troubleshoot single-stage amplifiers.	
12.09	Analyze and troubleshoot thyristor circuitry.	
12.10	Set up and operate DVM for solid-state devices.	
12.11	Set up and operate power supplies for solid-state devices.	
12.12	Set up and operate oscilloscopes for solid-state devices.	
12.13	Set up and operate function generators for solid-state devices.	
12.14	Demonstrate transistor testing techniques.	
13.0	Demonstrate proficiency in analog circuits.--The student will be able to:	
13.01	Identify and define operational characteristics and applications of multistage amplifiers.	
13.02	Analyze and troubleshoot multistage amplifiers.	
13.03	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of linear integrated circuits.	
13.04	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of basic power supplies and filters.	
13.05	Analyze and troubleshoot differentiator and integrator circuits.	
13.06	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of differential and operational amplifiers.	
13.07	Analyze and troubleshoot differential and operational amplifier circuits.	
13.08	Identify and define operating characteristics of audio power amplifiers.	
13.09	Analyze and troubleshoot audio power amplifiers.	
13.10	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of power supply regulator circuits.  	
13.11	Analyze and troubleshoot power supply regulator circuits.	
13.12	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of active filters.	
13.13	Analyze and troubleshoot active filter circuits.	
13.14	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of sinusoidal and non-sinusoidal oscillator circuits.	
13.15	Analyze and troubleshoot oscillator circuits.	
13.16	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of cathode ray tubes.	
13.17	Identify and define operating characteristics and applications of optoelectronic devices.	
13.18	Define the operating characteristics of analog-type servo motors.	
13.19	Use basic electronics test equipment to measure and analyze analog circuits.	
14.0	Demonstrate an understanding of basic avionics corrosion.--The student will be able to:	
14.01	Understand molecular action as a result of temperature extremes, chemical reaction, and moisture content.	
14.02	Describe the types of corrosion and explain their effects on avionics equipment.	
14.03	Describe the preventative processes to reduce avionics corrosion.	
15.0	Demonstrate proficiency in aircraft aerodynamic fundamentals.--The student will be able to:	
15.01	Identify and describe the purpose aircraft flight controls and aircraft how they affect flight operations.	
15.02	Define the concept of weight and balance in aircraft to include arms, weights, moments, the Law of Lever, and the center of gravity.	
15.03	Describe the effects of installing equipment, modifying equipment, modifying airframe structures and repositioning equipment on weight and balance.	
16.0	Demonstrate knowledge in Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operations.-The students will able to: 	
16.01	Demonstrate an understanding of the levels of direct and autonomous control currently in use for guiding, navigating, and controlling a UAV.	
16.02	Discriminate the various types of UAV payloads, power, and communications systems	

2020 - 2021
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Avionics Fundamentals 4
Course Number: 	9504340
Course Credit:	1 

Course Description:
This course builds on the knowledge and skills found in Avionics Fundamentals 1, 2, & 3.  Students will learn digital circuitry, microprocessors, workplace safety skills, communication skills, employability skills, entrepreneurship, and the basics of avionic systems. 

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
17.0	Demonstrate proficiency in digital circuits.--The student will be able to:	
17.01	Analyze and minimize logic circuits using Boolean operations.	
17.02	Set up and operate logic probes for digital circuits.	
17.03	Set up and operate power supplies for digital circuits and solve power distribution and noise problems.	
17.04	Set up and operate pulsers for digital circuits.	
17.05	Set up and operate oscilloscopes for digital circuits.	
17.06	Set up and operate logic analyzers for digital circuits.	
17.07	Set up and operate pulse generators for digital circuits.	
17.08	Identify types of logic gates and their truth tables.	
17.09	Verify combinational logic circuits made up of integrated circuits.	
17.10	Troubleshoot logic circuits.	
17.11	Analyze types of flip-flops and their truth tables.	
17.12	Troubleshoot flip-flops. 	
17.13	Identify, define and measure characteristics of integrated circuit (IC) logic families.	
17.14	Identify types of registers and counters.	
17.15	Troubleshoot registers and counters.	
17.16	Analyze clock and timing circuits.	
17.17	Troubleshoot clock and timing circuits.	
17.18	Identify types of arithmetic-logic circuits.	
17.19	Troubleshoot arithmetic-logic circuits.	
17.20	Identify types of encoding and decoding devices.	
17.21	Troubleshoot encoders and decoders.	
17.22	Identify types of multiplexer and de-multiplexer circuits.	
17.23	Troubleshoot multiplexer and de-multiplexer circuits.	
17.24	Identify types of memory circuits.	
17.25	Relate the uses of digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital conversions.	
17.26	Troubleshoot digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital circuits.	
17.27	Identify types of digital displays.	
17.28	Troubleshoot digital display circuits.	
17.29	Demonstrate the operating characteristics of digital-type servo and stepper motors	
18.0	Demonstrate proficiency in fundamental microprocessors.--The student will be able to:	
18.01	Identify central processing unit (CPU) building blocks and their uses (architecture).	
18.02	Analyze bus concepts.	
18.03	Analyze various memory schemes.	
18.04	Verify memory device operation.	
18.05	Set up and operate oscilloscopes for microprocessor systems.	
18.06	Identify types of input and output devices and peripherals.	
18.07	Interface input and output ports to peripherals.	
18.08	Analyze and troubleshoot input and output ports.	
18.09	Develop a simple microprocessor and/or microcontroller application program.   	
19.0	Demonstrate an understanding of workplace safety practices.--The student will be able to:	
19.01	Use Safety Data Sheets (SDS) information to determine the use, safety precautions, and disposition of chemicals used in avionics applications.	
19.02	Identify health-related problems, which may result from exposure to work related chemicals and hazardous materials, and know the proper precautions required for handling such materials.	
19.03	Describe flight line safety to include foreign object elimination, situational awareness, aircraft movement precautions, fire classifications, and fire extinguishing.	
20.0	Demonstrate appropriate communication skills.--The student will be able to:	
20.01	Make equipment failure reports.	
20.02	Specify and requisition simple electronic components.	
20.03	Compose technical letters and memoranda.	
20.04	Draft preventive maintenance procedures.	
20.05	Use an analysis of technical data to form conclusions and recommend changes.	
21.0	Demonstrate knowledge of basic avionics systems.--The student will be able to:	
21.01	Identify and describe aircraft communications systems.	
21.02	Identify and describe aircraft short-range navigation systems.	
21.03	Identify and describe aircraft long-range navigation systems	
21.04	Identify the types of flight instruments and state their purpose.	

2020 - 2021
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Avionics Fundamentals Capstone
Course Number: 	9504350
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:
This course provides students with extended content and skills essential to the planning, design, creation, and presentation of an Avionics Systems capstone project.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	
22.0	Conceive, design, and present an avionics project(s) that encompass all the skills learned in the Avionics Fundamentals program.--The student will be able to:	
22.01	Create and produce an original working drawing using avionics nomenclature.	
22.02	Compose a well written design proposal and present to instructor for approval.	
22.03	Incorporate principles and practices of Avionics Systems into the project.	
23.0	Create a project portfolio describing the avionics project, including drawings and specifications, the tasks and rationale, process journal, budget report, and the results.--The student will be able to:	
23.01	Create a Design Portfolio documenting project timeline, drawings, and specifications.	
23.02	Create a Bill of Material (BOM) for your project.	
23.03	Create and deliver a presentation to communicate project results to other teams.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Academic Alignment

Secondary Career and Technical Education courses are pending alignment to the B.E.S.T.  (Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking) Standards for English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics that were adopted by the State Board of Education in February 2020.  Academic alignment is an ongoing, collaborative effort of professional educators that provide clear expectations for progression year-to-year through course alignment. This initiative supports CTE programs by improving student performance through the integration of academic content within CTE courses.  

Florida Standards for English Language Development (ELD)
English language learners communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting. ELD.K12.SI.1.1 

English Language Development (ELD) Standards Special Notes:
Teachers are required to provide listening, speaking, reading and writing instruction that allows English language learners (ELL) to communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting.   For the given level of English language proficiency and with visual, graphic, or interactive support, students will interact with grade level words, expressions, sentences and discourse to process or produce language necessary for academic success. The ELD standard should specify a relevant content area concept or topic of study chosen by curriculum developers and teachers which maximizes an ELL’s need for communication and social skills. To access an ELL supporting document which delineates performance definitions and descriptors, please click on the following link: http://www.cpalms.org/uploads/docs/standards/eld/SI.pdf.
For additional information on the development and implementation of the ELD standards, please contact the Bureau of Student Achievement through Language Acquisition at sala@fldoe.org.

Special Notes

The occupational standards and benchmarks of courses 9504310, 9504320, 9504330, & 9504340 outlined in this secondary program correlate to the first 600hrs of the standards and benchmarks for the Avionics Systems Technician (T400310) postsecondary program.

MyCareerShines is an interactive resource to assist students in identifying their ideal career and to enhance preparation for employment. Teachers are encouraged to integrate this resource into the program curriculum to meet the employability goals for each student.  Access MyCareerShines by visiting: www.mycareershines.org.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA and Florida Technology Student Association (FL-TSA) are the intercurricular career and technical student organizations for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Cooperative Training – OJT

On-the-job training is appropriate but not required for this program. Whenever offered, the rules, guidelines, and requirements specified in the OJT framework apply. 

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

In addition to accommodations, some secondary students with disabilities (students with an IEP served in Exceptional Student Education (ESE)) will need modifications to meet their needs. Modifications change the outcomes or what the student is expected to learn, e.g., modifying the curriculum of a secondary career and technical education course. Note: postsecondary curriculum and regulated secondary programs cannot be modified.

Some secondary students with disabilities (ESE) may need additional time (i.e., longer than the regular school year), to master the student performance standards associated with a regular course or a modified course.  If needed, a student may enroll in the same career and technical course more than once.  Documentation should be included in the IEP that clearly indicates that it is anticipated that the student may need an additional year to complete a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course.  The student should work on different competencies and new applications of competencies each year toward completion of the CTE course.  After achieving the competencies identified for the year, the student earns credit for the course.  It is important to ensure that credits earned by students are reported accurately.  The district’s information system must be designed to accept multiple credits for the same course number for eligible students with disabilities.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:

http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml