Iowa City Community School District
Service Area: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Career Cluster: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Career Pathway:
Career Cluster: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Career Pathway:
Food Science
A career in Food Science involves applying scientific principles to the production, processing, and distribution of food products. Food scientists conduct research to improve food safety, quality, and nutritional value, working in various settings such as laboratories, food manufacturing companies, and government agencies. They play a crucial role in ensuring the development of innovative and safe food products, making the field an exciting and impactful choice for those interested in the intersection of science and the culinary world.
Potential Course Sequence
*ICCSD Graduation Requirements
| Subject Area | Grade 9 | Grade 10 | Grade 11 | Grade 12 | Credits |
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| Career Pathway Electives |
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Elective credits |
| *English | English 9 | English 10/10H | Language Arts | Language Arts | 4 years, 60 credits |
| *Math | Math Class | Math Class | Math Class | Math Class | 3 years, 45 credits |
| Required Math courses for graduation are Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry. | |||||
| *Social Studies | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class | Social Studies Class (optional) | 3 years, 45 credits |
| Required Social Studies courses for graduation are Government 1, Government 2, Economics, U.S. History, and World History. | |||||
| *Science | Science Class | Science Class | Science Class | Science Class (optional) | 3 years, 45 credits |
| Required Science courses for graduation are Earth & Space Science, Physical Science or Chemistry, and Biology. | |||||
| CTE Electives | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | Elective credits | |||
| Fine Arts Electives | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | Elective credits | |||
| World Languages Electives | Level 1 or Level 2 | Level 2 or Level 3 | Level 3, Level 4, or AP |
Level 4, Level 5, or AP |
Elective credits |
| *Physical Education | Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
Physical Education (one trimester) |
4 years, 20 credits |
| *Health | See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. | 1 trimester, 5 credits |
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*ICCSD partnership with CCA allows students to take Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources courses at Clear Creek Amana High School.
View our High School Program of Studies for a complete list of course offerings and descriptions
Career-Related Electives
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Ultimate Fitness
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Personal Fitness and Group Activities
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Entrepreneurship
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Future Career Readiness
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World Languages
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Personal Wellness and Fitness
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Current and Critical Health Issues
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Health
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Personal Finance
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Chemistry
*Career Related Electives are not limited to the options above. See your school counselor for additional learning options.
Career-Related Activities
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Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)
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Science Olympiad
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Environmental Club
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Garden Club
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Food for All
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SEA (Students for Environmental Action)
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Tour of the State Hygienic Lab in Coralville
Internship Experiences
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Kirkwood Career Caravan
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Internship Experience 1, 2, and 3
Kirkwood Career Academy
College Admission Requirements
See your school counselor regarding admission requirements for highly selective institutions.
Potential College Programs
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Culinary Science
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Food Chemistry
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Agricultural Science
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Biochemistry
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Dairy Science
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Nutritional Services
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Microbiology
Future
Careers
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Food Technologist
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Quality Assurance Specialist
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Flavorist
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Food Safety Auditor
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Product Development Manager
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Food Microbiologist
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Public Health Nutritionist
Community Partnerships
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Kirkwood Hotel
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Rainbow Roots Farm
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JCS Family Farms
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Stutsmans Inc.
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Valley Creek Ag Business, LLC
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The Lavender Farm at Sutliff
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Linn Ridge Farms, Inc.
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Johnson County Historic Poor Farm