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Junior High Exploratory CourseCareer Field: Environmental and Agricultural SystemsCareer Cluster: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

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Hunter Safety Hunter Responsibility1. Hunter Code of Ethics2. Hunter Rights and Privileges3. Five Stages of a Hunter4. Hunter Responsibility for Land Ethics

Wildlife Conservation and Management1. Wildlife Habitat2. Wildlife Carrying Capacity3. Wildlife Population Dynamics4. Wildlife Management Tools5. Principles of Wildlife Management

Firearms1. Rifle Safety2. Firearm Parts3. Shotgun Safety4. Ammunition Safety5. Types of Ammunition6. Firearms Handling and Safety7. Transporting Firearms8. Safe Shooting Zones9. Firearm Safety in the Home10. Cleaning and Storing Firearms11. Vital Areas of Game

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Hunter Education Independent Study Guide

Agricultural Literacy

Agricultural Terminology1. Develop a vocabulary of agricultural terms in the following areas:

Animal Science, Plant Science, Natural Resources, Farm Management, and Agricultural Mechanics.

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Farm Safety General Farm Safety1. Identify the dangers and risks associated with production farming.2. Develop an action plan to prevent farm accidents.

Tractor Safety1. Identify the parts of a tractor.2. Demonstrate how to start and shut off a tractor.3. Demonstrate how to drive a tractor in forward and reverse.

ATV Safety1. Identify the dangers and risks associated with ATVs.

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2. Demonstrate how to start and shut off an ATV.3. Demonstrate how to drive an ATV in forward and reverse.4. List protective clothing needed to operate an ATV.

Introduction to the National FFA Organization

Exploring the History and Organization of FFA1. Explain how, when, and why the FFA was organized.2. Explain the mission and strategies, colors, motto, parts of the emblem,

and the organizational structure of the FFA.3. Recite and explain the meaning of the FFA Creed.4. Explain the purpose of a Program of Activities and its committee

structure.Discovering Opportunities in the FFA

1. Describe how the FFA develops leadership skills, personal growth, and career success.

2. Identify major state and national activities available to FFA members.Determining FFA Degrees, Awards, and Career Development Events

1. Explain the four FFA degree areas.2. Identify the FFA proficiency awards.3. Explain various team and individual Career Development Events.

National FFA Handbook

National FFA Manual

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Agriculture in the United States

Nebraska Agriculture1. Identify Nebraska’s livestock rankings in Beef, Swine, and Sheep.2. Identify Nebraska’s crop rankings in Corn, Soybeans, Winter Wheat,

and Grain Sorghum.3. Understand the importance of agriculture to Nebraska’s Economy.4. Understand the topography of Nebraska.

United States Agriculture1. Identify the top five states ranking in beef, dairy, swine, sheep and

poultry products.2. Identify the top five states ranking in corn, soybeans, wheat, and grain

sorghum.3. Understand the importance of agriculture to the United States

Economy.4. Understand the topography of the United States.

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Determining the Benefits of an SAE1. Explain the importance of goals and career ladders.2. Define supervised agricultural experience.3. Explain the benefits of supervised agricultural experience

programs.Determining the Kinds of SAE

1. Explain the difference between entrepreneurship and placement Supervised Agricultural Experience programs.

2. Explain the characteristics of a good SAE program and student responsibilities.

Researching Possible SAE Programs1. Identify career interest areas in agriculture.2. Identify skills needed for career success.3. Explain opportunities for SAE programs.

Planning Your SAE Program1. Identify the steps in planning an SAE Program.2. Identify the parts of an annual SAE program plan.3. Discuss the function of a training plan and /or agreement in an

SAE programImplementing SAE Programs

1. Discuss the importance of keeping records on an SAE program.2. Explain the types of financial records needed to support a

chosen SAE program.3. Identify standards to follow in keeping records on an SAE

program.Keeping and Using SAE Records

1. Explain how SAE records are organized.2. Identify the procedures to making entries in the SAE records.3. Explain how to summarize and analyze the SAE records.

Making Long Range Plans for Expanding SAE Programs1. Identify the factors that should be considered in expanding an

SAE program.2. Explain how placement and ownership SAE programs may be

expanded.

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Agricultural Careers

Nebraska Career Connections1. Introduce students to career opportunities in agriculture.2. Discuss the importance of education in career choices.3. Develop a four year high school educational plan and class

schedule.4. Complete interest surveys to help determine a career path.5. Complete short term, intermediate and long term educational

goals.6. Complete short term, intermediate and long term personal

goals.7. Complete an agricultural career report.

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Introduction to Welding

Applying Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Techniques1. Explain the fundamentals and developments of shielded metal

arc welding.2. Describe how to select shielded metal arc welding equipment

and supplies.3. Explain how to prepare metal for welding.4. Describe the procedures and techniques for shielded metal arc

welding.5. Identify the safety practices that should be observed when

working with shielded metal arc welding.Applying Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Welding Techniques

1. Explain the advantages of the metal inert gas (MIG) welding process.

2. Describe the equipment, types of shielding gases, and electrodes used in the MIG welding process.

3. Describe the types of metal transfer patterns used in MIG welding and relate their applications.

4. Describe the correct techniques for starting, controlling, and stopping an MIG bead.

5. Explain how to adjust and maintain the MIG welder.Identify safety practices that should be observed in MIG welding.

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Animal Science

Breeds of Livestock1. Describe the characteristics of the various breeds of beef cattle,

giving their origin and breed characteristics.2. Identify the various breeds of beef cattle by viewing pictures or

live animals.3. Identify the major breeds of swine by body characteristics.4. Identify the various breeds of swine by viewing pictures or live

animals.5. Identify the common breeds of sheep.6. Identify the various breeds of sheep by viewing pictures or live

animals.7. Identify the common breeds of horses.

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8. Identify the various breeds of horses by viewing pictures or live animals.

9. Identify the common breeds of poultry.10. Identify the various breeds of poultry by viewing pictures or live

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Recognizing the Role of Agriculture in Society

Determining the History of Agriculture1. Define agriculture and explain agriculture industry.2. Identify important agricultural developments that occurred in early American

history.3. Explain the major technological developments that have occurred in

agriculture.Understanding the Importance of Agriculture to Society

1. Define quality of life.2. Discuss modern agriculture’s role in basic human nutrition.3. List agricultural products used to provide food.4. Identify agricultural products used to provide clothing.5. Identify agricultural products used to provide human shelter.

Determining Trends in Agriculture1. Identify current trends in animal agriculture.2. Identify 20th Century trends in plant agriculture.3. Explain historical events and trends that have led to the development of

today’s agriculture industry.


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Identifying the Relationship Between Agriculture and the Environment

Determining the Kinds and Importance of Natural Resources1. Describe the environment.2. Explain natural resources and list examples.3. Contrast and compare renewable and nonrenewable natural resources.4. Describe the ways natural resources are important to agriculture.

Understanding Ecosystems1. Explain the role of ecology in the environment.2. Describe community organization, structure, and food chains.3. Describe natural selection and succession.4. Explain homeostasis.5. Identify population ecology and trends affecting population growth.6. Identify and distinguish between biomes.

Determining Sources of Environmental Pollution1. Describe environmental pollution.2. Identify the major sources of air pollution.3. Explain the major sources of water pollution.




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4. Describe the major sources of agricultural pollution.Selecting Methods of Waste Disposal

1. Describe and identify sources of waste.2. Explain how waste materials may be reduced and/or reused.3. Assess ways to dispose of solid wastes.4. Describe wastewater treatment methods.5. Explain manure management practices.

Determining How to Prevent Agricultural Pollution1. Explain how agriculture pollutes the environment.2. Explain how soil conservation can reduce environmental pollution.3. Describe the role of livestock production in polluting the environment and the

methods used to prevent it.4. Describe how pesticide damage to the environment can be prevented.

Describing the World Food and Fiber System

Understanding World Agricultural Production1. Identify the scope of the food industry.2. Identify government requirements and other assurances of food quality and

sanitation.3. Describe various methods of food preservation.

Determining the Use of Technology in World Food and Fiber Production1. Explain agricultural technology.2. Describe technology as it relates to machinery, plants, and animals.3. Describe the role of computers in agriculture/horticulture.4. Explain precision farming and its impact on agriculture.

Determining the Role of Consumers in World Agriculture1. Identify the basic needs of humans.2. Explain the basic economic concepts of supply and demand.3. Describe factors that influence what people eat and use for clothing and

shelter.




Recognizing the Impact of Technology on Agriculture

Determining the Nature of Biotechnology1. Briefly describe biotechnology and its use throughout history.2. Describe the capabilities of biotechnology today.3. Distinguish between the two main areas of biotechnology.

Understanding the Basis for Biotechnology Research1. Identify and explain terms associated with genetics.2. Identify the components of DNA and describe its structure.3. Explain how DNA is replicated when cells divide.

Recognizing the Agricultural Applications of Biotechnology1. Explain the latest applications of biotechnology in plant, animal, and food

science research.2. Describe the basic processes of genetic engineering.3. Explain the basic steps of recombinant DNA technology.4. Define and describe DNA fingerprinting5. Explain the steps in basic plant tissue culture.




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Determining Future Impacts of and Concerns Brought Aboutby Agricultural Biotechnology Research

1. Discuss the degree of progress made in biotechnology research.2. Identify issues and concerns associated with biotechnology.3. Discuss the potential beneficial impact biotechnology has on society.

Identifying Career Opportunities in Agricultural Biotechnology1. Identify career opportunities in agricultural biotechnology.2. Identify the preparation required to qualify for employment in the agricultural

biotechnology industry.Determining the Role of Science and Technology in Agricultural Production

1. Describe science and technology.2. Identify and explain major areas of biological and physical science related to

agriculture production.3. Describe the role of technology in agriculture production.

Understanding Cells, Genetics, and Reproduction

Exploring Cells1. Describe the cell’s role as the structural unit.2. Identify the various components of animal and plant cells and explain their

functions.Exploring Genetics

1. Describe how the gender of offspring is determined.2. Explain how genotype and phenotype are different.3. Distinguish between qualitative and quantitative inheritance

Examining Mitosis and Meiosis1. Define mitosis and discuss its importance.2. Explain each step of mitosis.3. Define meiosis and explain its importance.4. Explain each step of meiosis.

Using Crossbreeding and Hybrids1. Discuss the importance of improved organisms to agriculture.2. Identify methods used in agriscience to improve organisms.3. Identify breeding systems used in animal science




Identifying Basic Principles of Plant Science

Classifying and Naming Plants1. Explain the importance of plants.2. Explain the taxonomic classification of plants.3. List characteristics that determine the classification of plants.4. Describe how plants are named.5. Explain reasons for using the scientific names of plants.

Examining Plant Structures and Functions1. Describe the cellular structure of plants.2. Identify the major parts of plants and explain their functions.3. Distinguish between plants based on seed cotyledons.4. Explain the absorption and transport systems of plants.

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1. Identify the major parts of flowers and explain the functions of the parts.2. Describe the types of flowers.3. Explain the processes of pollination and fertilization.4. Describe the purposes and kinds of fruit.5. Explain the structure and kinds of seed.

Identifying Plant Types and Uses1. Describe plant science and its three major areas.2. Identify common field crops and their uses.3. Define horticultural crops and describe their uses.4. Describe forestry and forest products.

Determining the Importance of Photosynthesis and Respiration1. Explain photosynthesis and its importance.2. Write the chemical equation for photosynthesis and explain it.3. Explain how light and dark reactions differ.4. Define respiration and explain why it is important.5. List four factors that affect the rate of respiration.6. Explain the importance of transpiration to plants.

Managing Plant Pests1. Describe common pests and their major classifications.2. Explain three conditions needed for pest problems.3. Describe how pests affect plants and cause losses.4. Explain Integrated Pest Management (IPM).5. Describe methods used to control plant pests.

Using Soils and Growing Media1. Identify the components of soil and soilless media.2. Describe the differences between soil-based and soilless media.3. Identify the elements involved in the formation of soil.4. Describe the process of soil sterilization.

Determining Plant Nutrients and Fertility1. Identify the essential nutrients for plant growth.2. Distinguish between micronutrients and macronutrients.3. Discuss the nitrogen cycle and its affect on plant nutrition.4. Define pH and discuss its role in plant nutrition.5. Explain the use of fertilizers.

Propagating Plants Sexually1. Explain sexual reproduction of plants and its importance in plant survival.2. Explain how pollination occurs and describe the different types of pollination.3. Explain fertilization in flowering plants.4. Explain the structures and formation of seeds.5. Describe the conditions for seed germination.

Propagating Plants Asexually1. Explain asexual propagation.2. Discuss and identify the various methods of stem cutting propagation.3. Discuss the methods of leaf and leaf-bud cuttings.4. Describe the various types of growing media used for cuttings.

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5. Describe grafting and identify three common methods.6. Explain layering and the difference between separation and division in plant

propagation.7. Explain tissue culture.

Identifying Basic Principles in Animal Science

Identifying Differences Between Plants and Animals1. Explain the meaning of an organism and list its characteristics.2. Define plant and animal.3. Name and describe the life processes of living organisms.4. List the similarities of plants and animals.5. List and explain differences in the life processes of plants and animals.

Determining the Anatomy and Physiology of Animals1. Explain the meaning of anatomy and physiology.2. Explain the role of cell specialization in organisms.3. Describe the importance of anatomy and physiology in animal production.4. List the organ systems of mammals and describe the functions, major parts,

and locations of each.5. Identify the external parts of selected animals.

Understanding Animal Reproduction1. Describe the importance and process of animal reproduction.2. List the sexual classification of animals for major species.3. List the parts and explain the functions of female and male reproductive

systems.4. List and describe the phases of the estrous cycle5. Explain the reproductive development of animals.

Understanding Blood1. Define blood and explain its major components.2. Describe the role of blood in living organisms.3. Explain how an organism maintains a supply of blood.4. Identify the uses of blood analysis in animal production.

Understanding Animal Life Span1. Define life span and relate it to living condition.2. List and explain the stages of life.3. Classify things based on living condition.

Exploring the Animal Industry1. Define the term animal industry and explain important areas of the industry.2. Describe the uses of animals.3. Explain animal domestication.4. List and describe important areas in animal care and production.




Conserving Natural Resources

Determining the Importance of Natural Resource Conservation1. Explain the importance of natural resource conservation.2. Identify major sources of natural resource damage.3. Trace major events in the history of natural resource conservation.4. Identify early leaders in the natural resource conservation movement.


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Conserving Soil1. Explain how soil is lost and damaged.2. Describe practices that prevent soil loss.3. Describe examples of soil conservation practices in urban areas.

Conserving Water1. Explain why water is important.2. Describe sources of water and its storage.3. Identify the factors used to assess water quality.4. Describe ways in which water is polluted.5. Explain water conservation practices.

Conserving Wildlife1. Explain the meaning of wildlife and how it is classified.2. Identify the benefits and uses of wildlife.3. Explain the meaning of wildlife habitat.4. Describe wildlife endangerment and protection.

Conserving Forests1. Explain forests and their study.2. Explain the benefits of forests to the environment.3. Explain forest structure and parts of a tree.4. Describe silviculture and its major areas.

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Understanding Food Science Technology

Exploring Food Science and Its Benefits1. Define food science.2. Describe why food science is important and how it improves quality of life.3. Describe how the study of food science makes people better consumers.

Exploring Food Preservation1. Describe food preservation and its benefits.2. Describe the methods of heating used in food preservation.3. Explain how heating levels used in food preservation destroy

microorganisms.4. Describe the use of refrigeration and freezing in food preservation.5. Explain other methods of food preservation.

Preventing Food Spoilage1. Describe how different microbes cause food spoilage.2. Describe methods used in controlling food contamination.3. Explain the methods used in preventing the growth of microbes in food.

Food Safety and Sanitation1. Explain the causes of food-borne illness.2. Describe methods for preventing food-borne illnesses.3. Explain procedures used in food sanitation.4. Explain the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) System

The Business of Food Science1. Explain food product development.2. Describe the process of food product development.3. Define and discuss the marketing of food products.




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4. Describe the four P’s of marketing.Food Science and World Food Supply

1. Explain the role of government in the world’s food supply.2. Explain the role of technology in world food supply.3. Describe the three economic categories in which countries are classified.


Exploring the History and Organization of FFA5. Explain how, when, and why the FFA was organized.6. Explain the mission and strategies, colors, motto, parts of the emblem, and

the organizational structure of the FFA.7. Recite and explain the meaning of the FFA Creed.8. Explain the purpose of a Program of Activities and its committee structure.

Discovering Opportunities in the FFA3. Describe how the FFA develops leadership skills, personal growth, and

career success.4. Identify major state and national activities available to FFA members.

Determining FFA Degrees, Awards, and Career Development Events4. Explain the four FFA degree areas.5. Identify the FFA proficiency awards.6. Explain various team and individual Career Development Events.

Understanding FFA Officer Duties and Responsibilities1. Describe the duties and responsibilities of chapter FFA officers.2. Explain the proper dress and characteristics of a good FFA leader.

Planning and Organizing an FFA Meeting1. Explain how to plan a meeting and develop the order of business.2. Describe how to set up the meeting room.3. Explain the parliamentary procedure used in an FFA meeting.

Developing an Awareness for Your Community1. Describe the various student clubs and organizations available in schools.2. Explain the 4-H Youth Program.

Determining the Benefits of an SAE4. Explain the importance of goals and career ladders.5. Define supervised agricultural experience.6. Explain the benefits of supervised agricultural experience programs.

Determining the Kinds of SAE3. Explain the difference between entrepreneurship and placement Supervised

Agricultural Experience programs.4. Explain the characteristics of a good SAE program and student

responsibilities.Researching Possible SAE Programs

4. Identify career interest areas in agriculture.5. Identify skills needed for career success.6. Explain opportunities for SAE programs.

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5. Identify the parts of an annual SAE program plan.6. Discuss the function of a training plan and /or agreement in an SAE program

Implementing SAE Programs4. Discuss the importance of keeping records on an SAE program.5. Explain the types of financial records needed to support a chosen SAE

program.6. Identify standards to follow in keeping records on an SAE program.

Keeping and Using SAE Records4. Explain how SAE records are organized.5. Identify the procedures to making entries in the SAE records.6. Explain how to summarize and analyze the SAE records.

Making Long Range Plans for Expanding SAE Programs3. Identify the factors that should be considered in expanding an SAE program.4. Explain how placement and ownership SAE programs may be expanded.

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The Livestock Industry

1. Discuss the history of the domestication of farm animals.2. Explain the functions of livestock.3. Describe the size of the livestock industry in the United States.4. Discuss the types of hazards related to livestock production.5. List safety practices to be followed when working with beef cattle, hogs,

sheep, horses, and poultry.6. Describe livestock production problems relating to the environment.7. Discuss methods of handling livestock waste that reduce environmental

pollution.8. List employer opportunities that require knowledge of animal science.9. Identify employer expectations and good worker skills.

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Animal Breeding 1. Explain how genetics relates to improvement in livestock production.2. Describe how cell division occurs.3. Diagram and explain how animal characteristics are transmitted.4. Diagram and explain sex determination, linkage, crossover, and mutation.5. Identify and describe the male and female reproductive organs.6. Describe the function of hormones in reproduction.7. Describe reproductive failures that may occur.8. Define: fertilization, gestation, parturition, and estrus cycle.9. Name and explain common breeding systems used in livestock production.10. Explain the effects, advantages, and disadvantages of using various breeding

systems.11. Identify the factors involved in selecting a breeding system.



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Anatomy, Physiology, Feeding, and Nutrition

1. Name and describe the functions and parts of the following systems: Skeletal, muscle, respiratory, circulatory, and digestive.

2. Classify farm animals as ruminant or non-ruminant.3. Explain the relationship of types of digestive systems to the ability of

ruminants and non-ruminants to digest and absorb different classes of feed.4. Identify the major functions of the basic nutrient groups and identify feeds that

are sources of each.5. Identify the characteristics of nutrient sources for each basic nutrient group.6. Discuss the general use and purpose of feed additives and hormone

implants.7. Discuss labeling and regulation of feed additives.8. Discuss health issues and concerns relating to the use of feed additives.9. Classify feeds as roughages or concentrates.



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10. Describe the six functions of a good ration.11. Explain the characteristics of a good ration.12. Balance livestock rations using commonly accepted practices.

Beef Production 1. Describe the characteristics of the beef industry.2. Name and describe the various breeds of beef cattle, giving their origin and

breed characteristics.3. Describe the different types of beef production systems.4. Name the parts of the beef animal.5. Plan a feeding program for a cow-calf herd.6. List and describe approved practices for managing a cow-calf herd.7. Describe systems of cattle feeding and kinds of cattle that may be fed.8. Select feeds and develop feeding programs for various kinds of feeder cattle.9. Explain the importance of maintaining healthy beef cattle.10. Identify and recommend prevention and treatment for beef cattle diseases

and parasites common to the local area.11. Recognize and suggest controls for common nutritional health disorders of

beef cattle in the local area.12. Describe the facilities and equipment required for beef enterprises.13. Describe the various methods of marketing beef cattle.



Pregnancy checking LaboratoryFeed Sample Laboratory

Swine Production

1. List the main characteristics of the swine enterprise.2. Identify the major breeds of swine by body characteristics.3. Give a brief summary of the origin and development of the common breeds of

swine.4. Identify the parts of the live hog and wholesale cuts of the carcass.5. Select high-quality breeding stock using generally accepted criteria.6. Describe different types of swine production.7. Develop feeding programs for the different stages in the life cycle of hogs.8. Describe accepted management practices for the stages in the life cycle of

hogs.9. Explain the importance of maintaining good swine health.10. Describe the causes, symptoms, prevention, and control of common swine

diseases and parasites.11. List good management practices that help prevent swine disease and

parasites.12. Describe facilities required for swine production.13. Describe equipment required for swine production.14. Describe three methods of marketing hogs.15. List and describe the grades of market hogs.



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Processing PigletsJudging Market and Breeding SwineFeed IdentificationField Trip to CPI Feed Mill

Sheep Production

1. Describe the major characteristics of the sheep enterprise.2. Give a brief summary of the origin and development of the common breeds of

sheep.3. Identify the common breeds of sheep.4. Describe four systems of raising sheep.5. Plan feeding programs for sheep.


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6. Discuss management practices for sheep.7. Describe housing and equipment needs for sheep.8. Describe common diseases and parasites of sheep and goats.9. List prevention and control practices for common parasites of sheep and

goats.10. Outline a program to reduce losses from disease and parasites.11. Describe methods of marketing sheep and wool.12. List the grades of wool and mohair.

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Equine Production

1. Describe the characteristics of the horse industry.2. Describe the common breeds of horses.3. Describe the selection of a horse.4. Develop a feeding program for horses based on commonly accepted

standards.5. Describe good management practices for horses.6. Describe housing and tack required for horses.7. Identify common diseases and parasites of horses.8. Describe prevention measures for diseases and parasites of horses.9. Describe basic horsemanship procedures.

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Understanding Business Management and Structures

1. Describe the three general organizational business structures.2. Explain business management and its major areas.3. Explain business mission and goals.4. Explain the size and importance of the agribusiness sector to the

United States.5. Describe the agribusiness input sector and identify companies

involved in it.6. Describe the agribusiness output sector and identify companies

involved in it.7. Explain the agricultural-services sector and describe its two main

segments.8. Understand what business management is and why it is important to

the success of a business.9. Know the steps to the decision-making process.10. Be able to set major and minor goals.

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Farm and Ranch Business Management

Introduction to Agribusiness

Record Keeping 1. Understand why records are important for the planning and continuity of an agricultural business.

2. Understand the procedure of record keeping.3. Know the information that needs to be recorded and the types of

records needed for the different levels of record keeping.4. Understand how to make management decisions based upon records. 5. Identify the two functions of records.

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Financial Analysis

1. Have a basic understanding of financial terms and ratios.2. Know the basic components of a balance sheet.3. Understand how to classify and list assets and liabilities into proper

categories on a balance sheet.4. Have an understanding of how to analyze a balance sheet.5. Have an understanding of the concept of profitability.



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Budget Analysis 1. Be able to understand the reasons for budgeting and the methods used to budget.

2. Understand the three types of budgets. 3. Be able to complete and analyze enterprise budgets and partial

budgets.




Cost and Return Analysis

1. Be able to understand why input/output relationships are important.2. Be able to explain opportunity costs.3. Be able to use the equi-marginal principal.




Cash Flow Analysis

1. Be able to understand why a cash flow is important.2. Be able to fill out a cash flow statement.3. Be able to evaluate a cash flow.




Commodity Marketing

1. Understand the evolution of the commodity marketplace.2. Understand the role the commodity exchanges play in the market.3. To learn the four marketing alternatives.4. To learn about cash sales and forward contracts.5. Understand how fundamental analysis is used to project prices for

commodities.6. To learn how supply and demand determine the market price.7. To learn about supply and demand factors affecting crop prices.8. To learn about supply and demand factors affecting livestock prices.9. Understand how technical analysis is used to project prices for

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commodities.10. Understand how producers can use the futures market as protection

against price risk.11. To understand the principles of hedging.12. To learn the mechanics of short and long hedges.13. Understand how producers can use options to lock in prices and

benefit from price changes.14. To learn what options on futures contracts are and the terms

associated with them.15. To understand how the option premium is determined.16. To learn the mechanics of using puts and calls.17. To learn how to use put options to protect a delivery price.18. To learn how to use put options to protect the price of a stored crop.19. To learn how to use call options to protect a purchase price.20. To experience buying put options to lock in a selling price for live

cattle.21. To become skilled in the mathematics needed for making marketing

decisions.22. To learn about choosing a broker.23. To learn how to open an account with a broker.24. To learn how to place an order with your broker.25. To understand how margin works.

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DTN Curriculum

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Career Development Events

Nebraska Leadership Skills Events1. Participate in a minimum of one leadership skills event on the district level.2. Leadership skills events include creed speaking, junior public speaking, junior

parliamentary procedure, natural resources speaking, senior public speaking, extemporaneous speaking, cooperative speaking, job interview, agricultural demonstration, and senior parliamentary procedure.

Nebraska Career Development Events3. Participate in a minimum of one career development event on the district

level.4. Career development events include livestock management, meats judging,

agronomy, farm management, agricultural sales, floriculture, agriscience, agricultural mechanics, and welding.

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District Leadership Contest

District Career Development Events Contest

Proficiency Award Applications

Proficiency Awards1. Each student will complete a minimum of one proficiency award application to

be submitted on the district level for competition.2. Proficiency Award Areas include:

Agricultural Communications - Entrepreneurship/Placement Agricultural Mechanics Design and Fabrication –

Entrepreneurship/Placement Agricultural Education – Entrepreneurship/Placement Agricultural Mechanics Repair and Maintenance –

Entrepreneurship/Placement Agricultural Mechanics Energy Systems – Entrepreneurship/Placemen Agricultural Processing - Entrepreneurship/Placement Agricultural Sales – Entrepreneurship/Placement Agricultural Services - Entrepreneurship/Placement Aquaculture – Entrepreneurship/Placement Beef Production – Entrepreneurship/Placement Dairy Production – Entrepreneurship/Placement Diversified Agricultural Production – Entrepreneurship/Placement Diversified Crop Production – Entrepreneurship/Placement Diversified Horticulture – Entrepreneurship/Placement Diversified Livestock Production – Entrepreneurship/Placement

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District Proficiency Review

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Emerging Agricultural Technology - Entrepreneurship/Placement Environmental Science and Natural Resources Management -

Entrepreneurship/Placement Equine Science – Entrepreneurship/Placement Fiber and/or Oil Crop Production – Entrepreneurship/Placement Floriculture - Entrepreneurship/Placement Food Science and Technology - Entrepreneurship/Placement Forage Production - Entrepreneurship/Placement Forest Management and Products - Entrepreneurship/Placement Fruit Production - Entrepreneurship/Placement Grain Production – Entrepreneurship/Placement Home and/or Community Development - Entrepreneurship/Placement Landscape Management - Entrepreneurship/Placement Nursery Operations - Entrepreneurship/Placement Outdoor Recreation - Entrepreneurship/Placement Poultry Production - Entrepreneurship/Placement Sheep Production - Entrepreneurship/Placement Small Animal Production and Care – Entrepreneurship/Placement Specialty Animal Production – Entrepreneurship/Placement Specialty Crop Production - Entrepreneurship/Placement Swine Production – Entrepreneurship/Placement Turf Grass Management – Entrepreneurship/Placement Vegetable Production – Entrepreneurship/Placement Wildlife Management – Entrepreneurship/Placement

SAE Degree Applications

Greenhand Degree Application1. First year members in FFA will complete this application by November 1st.2. Greenhand Degree ceremonies will be held during Leadership night on the

Monday before Thanksgiving.Chapter Degree Application

1. Second year members in FFA will complete this application by November 1st.2. Chapter Degree ceremonies will be held during leadership night on the

Monday before Thanksgiving.State FFA Degree Application

1. Seniors members in FFA will complete this application by February 1st.2. Members will interview and complete the State Degree test on the first

Saturday in February.

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National FFA Official Manual

Leadership Night

State FFA Convention

Community Development Activities

Community Development or Service Activities1. Each member enrolled in the FFA class will be required to actively help plan,

conduct and evaluate a minimum of one community development activity.2. Community development activities include:

Economic activities conducted to improve the economic welfare of the community.

Environmental activities conducted to preserve natural resources and

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develop more environmentally responsible individuals. Human resources activities conducted to improve the welfare and well

being of members and citizens of the community. Citizenship activities conducted to encourage members to become

active, involved citizens of their school, community and country. Agricultural awareness activities conducted to help the public become

better informed about the food system and related agricultural issues.

Chapter Development Activities

Chapter Development Activities1. Each member enrolled in the FFA class will be required to actively help plan,

conduct and evaluate a minimum of one Chapter development activity.2. Chapter development activities include:

Recruitment activities conducted to increase agricultural education enrollment and/or FFA membership and encourage greater participation.

Financial activities conducted to encourage thrift and good financial management among members through earnings, savings and investments.

Public relations activities conducted to promote a positive image and inform students, parents, school officials and the community about chapter and member accomplishments.

Leadership activities conducted to develop teamwork and cooperative skills among chapter officers, committees and members.

Support group activities conducted to develop and maintain positive relations among the FFA, parents, community leaders and industry.


Student Development Activities

Student Development Activities1. Each member enrolled in the FFA class will be required to actively help plan,

conduct and evaluate a minimum of one student development activity.2. Student development activities include:

Leadership activities that help the individual develop technical, human relations and decision-making leadership skills to enhance personal success.

Healthy lifestyle activities that promote the well-being and self-esteem of the student, either mentally or physically.

Supervised agricultural experience activities that promote student involvement and growth through agriculture-related experience and/or entrepreneurship.

Scholarship activities that develop a positive attitude toward lifelong learning experiences.

Agricultural career skills activities that develop agricultural occupation and career skills through a progressive learning environment.


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UNIT OF STUDY: Introduction to HorticultureCLASS: 10, 11, 12Career Field: Environmental and Agricultural SystemsCareer Cluster: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Pathway: Plant Systems

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Plant Anatomy and Physiology

Classifying Ornamental Plants1. Describe the system used for naming and classifying plants.2. Identify the major groups of plants.3. Describe the differences between annuals, biennials, and perennials.

Understanding Root Anatomy1. List the functions of roots in plants.2. Identify the parts of a root.3. Identify the two major types of root systems.4. Recognize a healthy root system

Understanding Stem Anatomy1. Describe the functions of a stem.2. Identify the external structures of a stem.3. Identify the internal structures of a stem.4. Distinguish between the different types of specialized stems.

Understanding Leaf Anatomy and Morphology1. Describe the main parts of a leaf.2. Describe some major types of leaves.3. Discuss common vein patterns found in leaves.4. Explain how a leaf is organized.

Understanding Flower Anatomy1. Describe the parts of a flower.2. Explain the purpose of a flower.3. List some different types of flowers.4. Describe the difference between monocot and dicot flowers.

Understanding Plant Physiology1. Describe the process of photosynthesis.2. Describe the process of cellular respiration.3. Explain why photosynthesis and respiration are important to us as human

beings.Understanding Light, Temperature, Air, and Water Effects on Plant Growth

1. Describe the effect of light on plants.2. Describe a plant’s temperature needs.3. Explain how the quality of air affects plants.4. Describe a plant’s water needs.

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Plant Propagation

Understanding Sexual Reproduction1. Discuss the importance of plant propagation.2. Explain the difference between sexual and asexual propagation.3. Identify the major parts of a seed.4. List the function of each major part of a seed.

Propagating Plants Sexually1. Discuss the importance of sexual propagation of plants.2. Describe the process of seed germination.3. Describe the factors involved in planting seeds for transplanting.4. Explain how to successfully direct seed outdoors.

Propagating Plants by Cuttings1. Explain why plants are propagated asexually.2. Describe leaf and leaf-bud cuttings and how they are used to propagate

plants.3. Describe the three types of stem cuttings.4. Explain how root cuttings are prepared for propagation.5. Identify some of the environmental factors that determine the success of

rooting of cuttings.Propagating Plants by Division, Separation, and Layering

1. Explain the difference between separation and division in plant propagation.2. Describe layering and identify four common forms of layering.




Growing Media, Nutrients, and Fertilizers

Understanding Properties of Growing Media1. Identify the types of growing media.2. Describe the functions of growing media.3. Explain the relationship between growing media and plant growth.

Understanding Growing Media Components1. Describe the components of soil.2. List the components of a soilless mix.3. Compare and contrast the use of soil versus a soilless mix.

Supplying Nutrients to Floriculture Crops1. Name the nutrients needed for plant growth.2. Describe pH and how it is modified.3. Describe the components of a fertilizer.4. Explain the methods of applying fertilizers to floriculture crops.

Determining the Nature of Soil1. Explain how the resources soil provides help in supporting life.2. Explain the contents of soil.3. Describe the biological nature of soil.4. Describe the four ways plants use soil.5. Describe some horticultural uses of soil.6. Describe some non-horticultural uses of soil.

Understanding Soil Texture and Structure1. Describe the concept of soil texture and its importance.2. Determine the texture of a soil sample.




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3. Describe soil structure, its formation, and importance.4. Identify various soil structures.

Explaining A Soil Profile1. Explain the soil profile.2. Explain how soils within the profile change over time.3. Distinguish between the major horizons of a soil profile.

Understanding Moisture Holding Capacity1. Explain moisture holding capacity.2. Explain what determines a soil’s moisture holding capacity.3. Determine the moisture holding capacity of a given soil profile.

Understanding Soil Erosion and Management Practices1. Explain soil erosion.2. Identify the causes of soil erosion and steps in the erosion process.3. Explain the ways in which different types of wind erosion occur and the

associated problems.4. Distinguish between the different types of water erosion.5. Identify urban management practices that reduce soil erosion.6. Identify horticultural management practices that will minimize soil erosion.

Integrated Pest Management

Understanding Integrated Pest Management1. Explain integrated pest management.2. Explain best management practices.3. Identify the basic elements of an integrated pest management program.

Determining the Kinds of Pesticides1. Explain plant pests and how they cause losses.2. Identify the major classifications of pesticides and their use.3. Identify the major classifications of herbicides and their use.4. Identify the major classifications of insecticides and their use.

Using Pesticides Safely1. Explain the way pesticides are classified according to toxicity.2. Identify the types of pesticide exposure.3. Explain how toxicity is measured.4. Identify the safety practices that should be followed when applying pesticides.

Interpreting Pesticide Labels1. Explain the purpose of the pesticide label.2. Identify the information that should be included on the pesticide label.3. Explain when the pesticide label should be read.

Applying Pesticides1. Identify the categories of pesticides according to time of application.2. Explain the different areas of application in applying pesticides.3. Explain how to properly calibrate equipment used in applying pesticides.

Managing Environmental Impact of Pesticides1. Identify the environmental concerns involved with pesticide use.2. Explain pesticide persistence and its impact on the environment.3. Explain proper disposal of surplus pesticides and empty containers.




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Identifying and Managing Plant Pests and Diseases in the Greenhouse1. Identify the major categories of pests found in the greenhouse.2. Discuss pest control techniques used in a greenhouse.3. Describe the different practices of integrated pest management used in the

greenhouse.Identifying and Managing Plant Pests and Diseases in Fruits and Vegetables

1. List the major destructive plant insects in the landscape.2. Describe plant disease control techniques used in the landscape.3. Name weed control techniques used in landscape beds.

Greenhouse Crop Production

Controlling the Greenhouse Climate1. Describe methods of heating greenhouse structures.2. Explain major greenhouse cooling and ventilation systems.3. Discuss how energy curtains are used to maintain greenhouse temperatures.4. Identify greenhouse climate control systems.

Using Automated Systems in the Greenhouse1. Discuss the advantages of automated systems.2. Identify automated systems involved in planting.3. Identify automated systems involved in moving plants in the greenhouse.4. Identify automated systems involved in watering plants.

Growing Poinsettias1. Discuss the history and importance of the poinsettia.2. Describe how poinsettias are propagated.3. Schedule a potted poinsettia crop.4. Identify major poinsettia pests and disorders, as well as controls.

Growing Minor Potted Flowering Crops1. Identify African violets and cultural requirements for their production.2. Identify Cyclamen and cultural requirements for their production.3. Identify holiday cacti and cultural requirements for their production.4. Identify florist azalea and cultural requirements for their production.5. Identify Kalanchoe and cultural requirements for their production.

Growing Foliage Plants1. Describe the importance and scope of the foliage plant industry.2. Discuss production practices used in growing foliage plants in the greenhouse.3. Explain practices used in caring for foliage plants in the home or office.

Growing Bedding Plants1. Describe the importance and scope of the bedding plant industry.2. Discuss the factors involved in getting bedding plants started.3. Explain production practices used in growing bedding plants.

Managing the Greenhouse Business1. Identify types of greenhouse businesses.2. Recognize costs related to production.3. Describe career opportunities associated with greenhouse management.4. Identify skills a plant grower should master.




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Floral Design Understanding the Principles of Floral Design1. Define floral design.2. List the principles of design.3. Explain the concept of proportion.4. Explain how the concept of balance is applied to floral design.5. Describe how rhythm is applied in floral work.6. Explain how the principles of dominance and focal point are used in floral

design.Understanding the Design Elements

1. List and describe the major forms (or shapes) used in floral design.2. Explain how space and depth enhance floral design.3. Describe the importance of texture in floral design.4. Explain how color influences floral work.

Designing Corsages and Boutonnieres1. Identify and describe supplies needed to create a corsage.2. Describe corsage design mechanics and techniques.3. Identify and describe styles of corsages and boutonnieres.4. Discuss proper placement and pinning of corsages and boutonnieres.

Pricing Floral Design Work1. Explain the importance of effective buying.2. Explain how to determine the costs for floral arrangements3. Describe typical pricing strategies.

Managing the Floral Shop1. Describe the qualifications to be a florist.2. Describe the types of flower shops.3. Explain the basics about good location and starting a floral shop.4. Describe the importance of marketing, promotion, and sales.5. Describe effective packaging and delivery.6. Explain the major areas of an effective flower shop floor plan.




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Introduction to Leadership

Defining Leadership1. Identify characteristics of leadership.2. Define leadership.3. Identify leadership opportunities available in daily life.

FFA Life Knowledge Curriculum

Who Am I as a Leader

Understanding Values, Beliefs, Character and Integrity1. Define values, beliefs, character, and integrity.2. Explain how the understanding of values, beliefs, character, and integrity

assists you as a leader.3. Relate how values, beliefs, character, and integrity affect leaders’ daily

choices.Defining Core Values

1. Define core values.2. Identify personal values.3. Identify the benefits of living by personal values.

Understanding Beliefs and Belief Systems1. Define the terms belief and belief system.2. Identify personal beliefs and belief system.3. Identify influencers of beliefs and belief systems.

Practicing Honesty1. Identify what honesty means.2. Identify the benefits of being honest.3. Explain the value of honesty as a human character trait.

Understanding Responsibility and Accountability1. Define personal responsibility and accountability.2. Identify the value of personal responsibility and accountability.

Being Responsible and Accountable1. Evaluate personal behavior regarding responsibility and accountability.2. Understand how personal decisions affect others.

The Benefits of Character and Integrity1. Explain the concept of character.2. Define integrity.3. List three benefits of character and integrity.


How Do I Begin to Grow

My Decisions and the Opinions of Others1. Identify decisions made daily.2. Explain the value of seeking input to aid in one’s decision making.


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3. Describe how the opinions of others influence your own decisions.Positive and Negative Influence

1. Differentiate between positive and negative influence.2. Deter mine how you influence those around you.3. Demonstrate how influence affects one’s performance as a leader.

Critical Thinking Skills1. Define critical thinking skills.2. Examine methods of critical thinking.3. Classify evidence, argument, and persuasion.

Applying Critical Thinking1. Develop a critical thinking strategy.2. Demonstrate a critical thinking strategy.

Factors of Self-image1. Define “self-image”.2. List what positively and negatively affects the way people see themselves.3. Interpret controllable factors that contribute to positive self-image.

Understanding the Importance of Professional Ethics1. Differentiate between ethical and unethical behavior.2. List benefits of making ethical decisions in the work place.3. Define ethics.

The Consequences of Ethics1. Identify ethical and unethical behavior in the class room.2. Identify positive and negative consequences of ethical and unethical behavior

in the classroom.3. Differentiate between restorative justice and retributive justice.

Professional Ethics and Personal Character1. List characteristics that make up a strong character.2. Define the 30 most important traits of a strong character.3. Explain the relationship between personal character and professional ethics.

Life Balance1. Define balanced life.2. Describe the benefits of a balanced life.3. Identify factors that contribute to a balanced life.

The Benefits of Goal Setting1. Define goal.2. Differentiate between types of goals.3. List the benefits of setting goals.

Goal Setting Strategies1. Identify the time range and life areas of goals.2. Under stand the requirements for setting S.M.A.R.T. Goals.3. Apply S.M.A.R.T. goal-set ting steps to personal goals.

Developing a Plan Using Goals1. Understand how to prioritize personal goals.2. Identify resources for achieving goals.3. Develop a written plan for personal goals.

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Evaluating Plans and Goals1. Understand evaluation process for goals.2. List reasons goals are not achieved.3. Evaluate and adjust goals.

The Role of Mentors and Coaches1. Define mentor and describe the role of the mentor.2. Select a mentor.3. Communicate with your mentor.

Building a Relationship with a Mentor/Coach1. Identify qualities of the mentor/protege relationship.2. Establish the parameters of the mentor/protege relationship.3. Develop an action plan for the mentor/protege relation hip.

How Do I Build Relationships with Others

The Importance of Building RelationshipsFirst ImpressionsComponents of the Communication Process

1. Define three components of quality communication.2. Identify barriers to verbal and non-verbal communication.3. Develop a two-minute message relating to agriculture with the three

components of quality communication.Seeking Positive Relationships

1. Identify characteristics of positive relationships.2. List benefits of positive relationships.3. Identify locations to find positive relationships.

Earning Trust1. Define trust.2. Identify consequences of distrust.3. Recognize actions that can aid in earning trust.

Collaborative Relationships1. Define collaboration.2. Identify three characteristics of collaborative relationships.

Cooperative Relationships1. Identify three characteristics of a cooperative person.2. Describe why cooperation is important in relationships.3. List three benefits of cooperation in regard to competition.

Leader-follower Relationships1. Describe the core elements of a strong leader/follower relationship.2. Define ways for both leaders and followers to build the relationship.3. Assess a current or recent personal leader/follower relationship and

recommend steps to build the relationship.


How Do We Play as a Team

Defining Teamwork1. Differentiate between a group and a team.2. Explain the benefits of teamwork.

Defining Roles on Teams


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1. Identify task-oriented roles in a team.2. Identify human relations-oriented roles in a team.3. Identify the roles that students find them selves in when on a team.

The Role of Leader on Teams1. Identify different leader roles within a team.2. List qualities that a leader should look for in others when putting together a

team.3. Assess how effective they are in different leadership roles.

The Value of Diversity on Teams1. Define diversity.2. Describe the value of working with a diverse team.3. Describe the challenges in working with a diverse team.

Appreciating Individual Talents and Strengths1. Describe the benefits of identifying individual talents and strengths.2. Assess individual talents and strengths.3. Identify strategies to capitalize on individual talents within a team.

Strategies to Include Others on Teams1. Explain the need to include others on teams.2. Describe the consequences of excluding others from teams.3. Describe strategies used to include others on teams.

The Importance of Attitude1. Describe why attitude is important to a team.2. Identify behaviors demonstrating positive attitudes.3. Out line ways to boost team attitudes.

Accountability on Teams1. Define team accountability.2. Describe the benefits of team accountability.3. Devise an accountability rating system to accomplish accountability success.

Communication Methods on Teams1. Identify benefits of effective team communication.2. Assess effectiveness of communication methods within a team.3. Demonstrate possible methods to communicate effectively as a team

member.Setting Team Expectations

1. Define the importance of team expectations.2. Identify and implement a model for setting team expectations.3. Explain the advantages of setting team expectations.

Team “Codes of Conduct”1. Describe a code of conduct and explain its value.2. List the steps in creating a code of con duct.3. Apply the process to create a code of conduct with a group.

How Do I Help Others Grow

Human Potential1. Define human potential.2. Identify human potential.


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3. Hypothesize the effect of human potential.Learning to Assess Others’ Strengths

1. Summarize the benefits of the ability to assess the strengths of another individual.

2. Identify potential strengths to look for, grouped by talent, skill, and/or character strength.

3. Apply strategies to identify the strengths of others.Finding Opportunities for Others to Grow and Succeed

1. Describe how to motivate a student to grow.2. Create a growth plan for a younger member.3. Plan for evaluating the success of the process.

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How Do I Serve Others

Developing a Service-Leadership Attitude1. Define service-leadership.2. Illustrate the relationship between serving and leading.3. Identify behaviors in a person with a service-leadership attitude.

Opportunities to Serve Others1. Identify four target areas of service activities.2. List the four ways to contribute through service.3. Identify barriers to serving.

Involvement in Community1. Define what a community really is.2. Identify several ways to be involved in the community.

Involvement in Public Service1. Define civic leadership.2. Define public service.3. Recognize the importance of civic leadership and public service.

A Lifetime of Service to Others1. Recognize different levels of service.2. Identify leadership skills needed in lifetime service.3. Combine skills and interests into a plan for lifetime service.


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UNIT OF STUDY: METAL FABRICATIONCLASS: 10, 11, 12Career Field: Environmental and Agricultural SystemsCareer Cluster: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Pathway: Power, Structural, and Technical Systems

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Laboratory Safety

Shop Orientation and Procedures1. Identify major work areas in an agricultural mechanics shop.2. State school policies regarding shop procedures.3. State general safety precautions regarding the shop.4. Inform parents of shop policies and procedures.

Personal Safety in Metal Fabrication1. State how to create a safe place to work.2. Recognize hazards in metal fabrication.3. List the types of parts and areas identified by various safety colors.4. Describe what each safety color means.5. Select appropriate protective clothing and devices for personal protection.

Reducing Hazards in Metal Fabrication1. State the three conditions necessary for combustion.2. Match appropriate types of fire extinguishers to each class of fire.3. Use a fire extinguisher.4. Interpret labels on hazardous materials.5. Describe appropriate action in case of fire, accident, or other emergency.

Shop Cleanup and Organization1. Use shop cleaning equipment properly.2. Clean benches, machines, and floors.3. Store materials properly.4. Do Assigned tasks.5. Work cooperatively with others.

Agricultural Mechanics Fundamentals & Applications

Project Planning

Sketching and Drawing Projects1. Identify common drawing equipment.2. Use common drawing techniques to represent ideas.3. Read and interpret a drawing or plan.4. Make a three-view drawing of a given plan.

Figuring a Bill of Materials1. Define terms associated with a bill of materials.2. Record dimensions of structural metals and lumber.3. Calculate board feet.4. Calculate costs included in a bill of materials5. Prepare a written bill of materials.

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1. Determine the skills you now have in metal fabrication.2. Select projects that require the use of metalworking tools.3. Select projects that are appropriate for developing basic skills.4. Modify plans of projects to meet personal needs.

Project Construction

Metal Fabrication1. Demonstrate proper safety while in the welding shop.2. Demonstrate the ability to create project plans.3. Demonstrate proper use of tools.4. Demonstrate proper time management skills.5. Demonstrate proper shop cleaning skills.6. Demonstrate the ability to create project plans.

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UNIT OF STUDY: Natural ResourcesCLASS: 9, 10, 11, 12Career Field: Environmental and Agricultural SystemsCareer Cluster: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Pathway: Natural Resources Systems

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Ecology Basics Principles of Ecology1. Explain the law of conservation of matter.2. Suggest ways that waste materials can be properly disposed of to reduce or

eliminate damage to the environment.3. Define the role of energy in the science of ecology.4. Describe the major events that occur in natural cycles such as the carbon,

nitrogen and water cycles.5. Explain how a food chain is organized.6. Distinguish among food chains, food webs, and food pyramids.

Understanding Relationships Between Wildlife and Agriculture1. Suggest ways that balance might be restored to an ecosystem.2. Describe the impacts that modern agriculture has had on the ecosystems of

North America.3. Identify the relationships between farming practices and the environments of

different species of fish and wildlife.4. Distinguish between primary and secondary biological succession.

Biomes of North America1. Explain how events in one ecosystem affect events in a neighboring

ecosystem.2. Describe the relationship between an ecosystem and biome.3. List the distinguishing characteristics of a freshwater biome.4. Discus ways in which wetland habitats function to cleanse the environment.5. Design a map of the North American continent that illustrates the location of

the major biomes found there.Our Wildlife Resources

1. Describe how wild animals have contributed to the survival and comfort of humans.

2. Distinguish between responsible and abusive stewardship of the land and of the environment.

3. Explain how the U.S. Endangered Species Act provides protection to organisms that are in danger of becoming extinct.

4. Identify environmental factors that contribute to the extinction of organisms.

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Soil and Land Resources

Determining the Nature of Soil1. Explain how the resources soil provides help in supporting life.2. Explain the contents of soil.

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3. Describe the biological nature of soil.4. Describe the four ways plants use soil.5. Describe some agricultural uses of soil.6. Describe some nonagricultural uses of soil.

Understanding Soil Formation1. Identify five factors involved in soil formation.2. Describe different types of parent material.3. Explain topography and how it affects soil formation.4. Explain how organisms affect soil development.5. Describe how time and weathering affect properties of soil.6. Explain how climate affects the development of soil.

Understanding Soil Color1. Identify physical features used to differentiate between soils.2. Identify colors used to describe surface soils.3. Explain factors that determine surface soil colors.4. Identify colors used to describe subsoil.5. Explain factors that determine subsoil colors.6. Explain how parent material, age, and slope affect soil color.

Understanding Soil Texture and Structure1. Describe the concept of soil texture and its importance.2. Determine the texture of a soil sample.3. Describe soil structure, its formation, and importance.4. Identify various soil structures.

Explaining a Soil Profile1. Explain the soil profile.2. Explain how soils within the profile change over time.3. Distinguish between the major horizons of a soil profile.

Understanding Moisture-Holding Capacity1. Explain moisture-holding capacity.2. Explain what determines a soil’s moisture-holding capacity.3. Determine the moisture-holding capacity of a given soil profile.

Understanding Soil Degradation1. Describe soil degradation.2. Explain how construction can result in soil degradation.3. Identify sources of contamination and explain how they result in soil

degradation.4. Explain soil erosion and how it results in soil degradation.5. Identify other sources of soil degradation.


associated problems.4. Distinguish between the different types of water erosion.5. Identify urban management practices that reduce soil erosion.

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6. Identify agriculture management practices that will minimize soil erosion.

Water Resources

Water Supply and Water Users1. Explain the components of the hydrologic cycle.2. Explain the main water users.3. Identify and discuss the common types of irrigation systems.

Water Pollution1. Identify the three major water pollution groups.2. Explain the four major categories of industrial pollution.3. Explain the function of a cooling tower and cooling lagoon.4. List and explain the major agricultural pollutants.5. Explain the common water pollution control measures.

Waste Management1. Identify the three major groups of wastes.2. Explain how a septic system functions.3. Explain primary, secondary, and tertiary sewage disposal systems.4. Identify the main solid waste products.5. Explain the problem created by asbestos, mercury, and lead.6. Explain the main disposal methods commonly used.

Water-Use Planning1. Explain the principle water management techniques.2. Explain how to remove salt from water.3. Identify ways to reuse water.4. Explain how water runoff can be controlled in urban areas.

Managing our Natural Resources

Forest Resources

Our Forests and Their Products1. Explain the differences between commercial and noncommercial forests –

between growing and mature forests.2. List and describe the major forest regions of the United States.3. Identify the parts of a tree and describe the functions of each part.4. Differentiate between pure and mixed forests -- between even-aged and all-

aged forests.5. Define forest canopy and explain the importance of shade tolerance in the

canopy.Fire

1. List and describe some of the most destructive forest fires in United States history.

2. Draw and explain the fire triangle.3. Explain how fire can be used as a positive tool in woodland management.4. Describe the anatomy of a typical forest wildfire.5. Explain how fire fighters find and attack a forest wildfire.


Fish and Wildlife Resources

Fish and Wildlife in America1. Explain the difference between extinct and endangered species of wildlife2. Discuss endangered mammals, birds, and fish species.


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3. Explain how various species of animals became extinct.Game Management

1. Identify the habitat requirements of wildlife.2. Discuss the difference between a euryphagous and stenophagous animal.3. Explain the most commonly accepted methods of game management.4. Explain how an individual landowner can employ game management

techniques.5. Discuss major legislation affecting game management.

Freshwater Fishery Management1. Explain the zones of the lake and the habitat of each.2. Discuss the uses and management of a farm pond.3. List the characteristics of the common freshwater fish.4. Explain the main management procedures for freshwater fisheries.

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Zoology and Ecology of Mammals

Gnawing Mammals1. Identify the physical characteristics that distinguish mammals from other

animals.2. Distinguish between primary and secondary consumers.3. Define the role of rodents and other gnawing animals in the ecosystems of

North America.4. Profile the life cycles of specific gnawing mammals.

Hoofed Mammals1. Name the hoofed mammals that are found in North America.2. Describe the process by which ruminant animals digest their food.3. Recognize and describe members of the deer family.4. Identify similarities and differences between pronghorns and members of the

deer family.Predatory Mammals

1. Explain the rise or decline of specific animal populations due to food supplies, diseases, and natural disasters.

2. Describe how predators help to stabilize populations of primary consumers.3. Evaluate the roles of wild cats and dogs in the ecosystems of North America.4. Assess the roles of bears in North American ecosystems.5. Discuss the characteristics of wolves in North American ecosystems.


Conservation and Management

Responsible Management of Wildlife Resources1. Describe the ways that private individuals and institutions can contribute to

responsible management of wildlife resources.2. List some positive and negative effects that farming has had on wildlife

habitats in North America.3. Suggest ways that farmers and ranchers might improve the environment for

wildlife.4. Appraise the roles of government agencies in managing and protecting

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1. Define conservation and provide examples of conservation practices affecting natural resources.

2. Distinguish between renewable and non-renewable resources.3. Suggest some conservation practices that are known to reduce soil losses

due to erosion.4. Discuss the effect of air pollution on wild animals and the environments in

which they live.5. Describe some conservation practices that are used to preserve and restore

wildlife population and habitats.The Human Connection to Wildlife and Natural Resources

1. Explain how the dependence of humans on wild animals and plants became the basis for modern agriculture.

2. Analyze the importance of natural cycles in renewing and cleansing the environment.

3. Relate the importance of wildlife and outdoor sports to commerce.4. Explain the principle of stewardship as it relates to outdoor environments and

wild animals.5. Speculate on the importance of human ethics in maintaining natural

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Basic Principles of Plant Science

Classifying and Naming Plants1. Explain the importance of plants.2. Explain the taxonomic classification of plants.3. List characteristics that determine the classification of plants.4. Describe how plants are named.5. Explain reasons for using the scientific names of plants.

Examining Plant Structures and Functions1. Describe the cellular structure of plants.2. Identify the major parts of plants and explain their functions.3. Distinguish between plants based on seed cotyledons.4. Explain the absorption and transport systems of plants.

Identifying Plant Types and Uses1. Describe plant science and its three major areas.2. Identify common field crops and their uses.3. Define horticultural crops and describe their uses.4. Describe forestry and forest products.

Using Crossbreeding and Hybrids1. Define plant breeding.2. Define the processes of selection and hybridization.3. Explain genetic engineering in plants.


Plant and Soil Science and Technology

Introduction to Plant Science

Seed Germination, Growth, and Development

Identifying Seed Germination Processes and Requirements1. Describe the process of seed germination.2. Discuss the conditions required for seed germination.3. Explain the importance of seed quality.

Understanding Plant Life Cycles1. Define plant life cycle.2. Discuss the annual life cycle.3. Explain the biennial life cycle.4. Recognize the perennial life cycle.

Examining Photosynthesis1. Discuss the structural unit in which photosynthesis takes place.2. Describe the processes of photosynthesis.3. Identify factors that affect photosynthesis.

Understanding Respiration1. Define cellular respiration.




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2. Describe the processes of cellular respiration.3. Identify factors that affect cellular respiration.

Determining Nutrient Functions and Utilization1. Discuss the 16 essential nutrients, their functions, and deficiency symptoms.2. Identify the non-fertilizer nutrients and their functions.3. Identify the primary macronutrients and their functions, and deficiency

symptoms.4. Identify the secondary micronutrients and their functions, and deficiency

symptoms.5. Identify the micronutrients and their functions, and deficiency symptoms.

Environmental Factors Effecting Plant Growth

Understanding the Importance of Water in Plant Growth1. Identify important characteristics of water.2. Describe the functions of water in plant growth.3. Discuss plant responses to a shortage of water.4. Explain the effects of too much or too little water on a crop.

Determining the Influence of Temperature on Plants1. Discuss the effect of temperature on plant growth.2. Describe plant responses to temperature.3. Explain hardiness.4. Explain growing degree days.

Recognizing the Role of Light in Plant Growth1. Explain the role of light quality on plant growth.2. Describe the effects of light quantity on plant growth.3. Discuss the effects of light duration on plant growth.

Examining the Significance of Air in Plant Growth1. Discuss components of air necessary for plant growth and development.2. Explain the effects of water vapor on plant growth.3. Discuss the effects of air pollution on plant growth.

Determining Plant Nutrients and Fertility1. Identify the essential nutrients for plant growth.2. Distinguish between micronutrients and macronutrients.3. Discuss the nitrogen cycle and its affect on plant nutrition.4. Define pH and discuss its role in plant nutrition.5. Explain the use of fertilizers.

Determining the Environmental Impacts of Crop Production1. Discuss the relationship between agriculture and the environment.2. Describe issues with water associated with crop production.3. Explain how conservation practices protect the environment.




Basic Principles of Soil Science

Determining the Nature of Soil7. Explain how the resources soil provides help in supporting life.8. Explain the contents of soil.9. Describe the biological nature of soil.10. Describe the four ways plants use soil.


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11. Describe some agricultural uses of soil.12. Describe some nonagricultural uses of soil.

Understanding Soil Formation7. Identify five factors involved in soil formation.8. Describe different types of parent material.9. Explain topography and how it affects soil formation.10. Explain how organisms affect soil development.11. Describe how time and weathering affect properties of soil.12. Explain how climate affects the development of soil.

Understanding Soil Color7. Identify physical features used to differentiate between soils.8. Identify colors used to describe surface soils.9. Explain factors that determine surface soil colors.10. Identify colors used to describe subsoil.11. Explain factors that determine subsoil colors.12. Explain how parent material, age, and slope affect soil color.

Understanding Soil Texture and Structure5. Describe the concept of soil texture and its importance.6. Determine the texture of a soil sample.7. Describe soil structure, its formation, and importance.8. Identify various soil structures.

Explaining a Soil Profile4. Explain the soil profile.5. Explain how soils within the profile change over time.6. Distinguish between the major horizons of a soil profile.

Understanding Moisture-Holding Capacity4. Explain moisture-holding capacity.5. Explain what determines a soil’s moisture-holding capacity.6. Determine the moisture-holding capacity of a given soil profile.

Understanding Soil Degradation6. Describe soil degradation.7. Explain how construction can result in soil degradation.8. Identify sources of contamination and explain how they result in soil

degradation.9. Explain soil erosion and how it results in soil degradation.10. Identify other sources of soil degradation.


associated problems.10. Distinguish between the different types of water erosion.11. Identify urban management practices that reduce soil erosion.12. Identify agriculture management practices that will minimize soil erosion.

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Soil Fertility and Moisture Management

Understanding Soil Chemistry1. Describe the meaning and importance of soil fertility.2. Explain the role of soil reaction (pH) and liming in soil chemistry.3. Explain the role of soil colloids, ions, and the cation exchange capacity

(CEC) in soil chemistry.4. Explain the role of organic matter, soil depth, surface slope, soil organisms,

and nutrient balance in soil productivity.Determining Fertilizer Formulations

1. Explain the development of a nutrient management plan.2. Describe organic and inorganic fertilizers.3. Explain fertilizer analysis, grade, and ratio.4. Explain the mixing of fertilizers.5. Describe the selection of fertilizers.

Applying Fertilizers to Field Crops1. Explain the application of fertilizers to field crops.2. Identify the methods of fertilizer application.3. Explain the rate of fertilizer application.

Identifying Nutrient Deficiencies in Crops1. Identify primary macronutrients and their deficiencies.2. Identify secondary macronutrient and their deficiencies.3. Identify micronutrients and their deficiencies.4. Describe environmental conditions that influence nutrient deficiencies.

Using Irrigation1. Describe the benefits of irrigation.2. Identify ways of determining the need of irrigation.3. Describe irrigation scheduling.4. Explain methods of water application.5. Describe the efficient use of water.




Soil Science & Management

Agronomic Crops

Growing Field Corn1. Identify corn and its uses.2. Identify areas where corn is grown.3. Describe the different types of corn.4. Describe the soil and climatic requirements of corn plants.5. Explain the cultural practices of corn production.6. Explain the relationships of marketing and technology to corn production.

Growing Soybeans1. Identify soybeans and their uses.2. Identify areas where soybeans are grown and their soil and climatic

requirements.3. Describe the different types of soybeans.4. Explain the cultural practices related to soybean production.

Growing Wheat1. Identify wheat and its uses.2. Identify areas where wheat is grown.




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3. Describe the different types of wheat.4. Explain the cultural practices of wheat production.

Growing Sorghum1. Identify sorghum and its uses.2. Identify areas where sorghum is grown.3. Describe the different types of sorghum.4. Explain the cultural practices of sorghum production.

Growing Forage Crops1. Define and name examples of grass and legume forages.2. Define grass and identify parts of the grass plant.3. Explain how grasses grow.4. Describe how grass forages are established and maintained.5. Define legume and explain how legumes grow.6. Describe how legume forages are established and maintained.7. Explain how hay is made.

Integrated Pest Management

Understanding Integrated Pest Management (IPM)1. Define integrated pest management (IPM) and identify the principles and

concepts associated with it.2. Identify the benefits of integrated pest management (IPM) to agriculture and

the environment.3. Identify and describe the types of pests.4. Describe types of pest control strategies.

Setting up a Crop Scouting Program1. Explain scouting of field crops for pests.2. Identify basic principles of crop monitoring.3. Explain samples and sampling techniques used when monitoring field crops.4. Identify crop growth stages and plant populations.

Managing Crop Diseases1. Define plant disease and identify the conditions necessary for a plant

disease to develop.2. Describe the classification of plant diseases.3. Explain the scouting, identification, and diagnosis of plant diseases.4. Explain the control of plant diseases.5. Identify strategies used in disease management.

Managing Weeds1. Describe types of weeds based on life cycle and growth.2. Identify ways weeds are spread.3. Explain the identification of weeds.4. Describe methods of weed management.5. Describe the selection of herbicides.6. Identify herbicide mode of action families.

Managing Insect Pests1. Describe the biology of insects.2. Explain the classification of insects.




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3. Classify nematodes and describe their biology.4. Describe methods of insect and nematode management.

Pesticide Use Managing Plant Pests1. Describe common pests and their major classifications.2. Explain three conditions needed for pest problems.3. Describe how pests affect plants and cause losses.4. Explain Integrated Pest Management (IPM).5. Describe methods used to control plant pests.

Determining the Kinds of Pesticides1. Explain plant pests and how they cause losses.2. Identify the major classifications of pesticides and their use.3. Identify the major classifications of herbicides and their use.4. Identify the major classifications of insecticides and their use.

Using Pesticides Safely1. Explain the way pesticides are classified according to toxicity.2. Identify the types of pesticide exposure.3. Explain how toxicity is measured.4. Identify the safety practices that should be followed when applying

pesticides.Interpreting Pesticide Labels

1. Explain the purpose of the pesticide label.2. Identify the information that should be included on the pesticide label.3. Explain when the pesticide label should be read.

Applying Pesticides1. Identify the categories of pesticides according to time of application.2. Explain the different areas of application in applying pesticides.3. Explain how to properly calibrate equipment used in applying pesticides.

Managing Environmental Impact of Pesticides1. Identify the environmental concerns involved with pesticide use.2. Explain pesticide persistence and its impact on the environment.3. Explain proper disposal of surplus pesticides and empty containers.

Obtaining Pesticide Licensing1. Explain the way pesticides are classified according to toxicity.2. Identify the types of pesticide licenses.3. Explain the various pesticide record keeping requirements.




Grain and Forage Quality

Determining Grain and Forage Quality1. Explain the importance of grain and forage quality standards.2. Identify the grain quality standards.3. Identify the forage quality standards.4. Describe the methods used to determine grain and forage quality.

Understanding Grain Quality Standards and the Market1. Explain the importance of grain quality standards.2. Describe grain quality standards.



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3. Describe grain marketing.4. Explain the marketing alternatives for grain producers.

Handling, Storing, and Transporting Grain and Forage1. Describe grain and forage handling.2. Explain the storage of grain and forage.3. Describe the transporting of grain and forage.

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Soil and Environmental Technology Systems

Understanding Land Measurement and Legal Descriptions1. Explain the purpose of land measurement and legal descriptions.2. Identify the systems of land measurement and legal description used in the

United States.3. Discuss the causes of irregular townships and sections.

Using Surveying Equipment1. Explain the proper use of the equipment for a taping exercise.2. Explain the proper use of the hand sighting level.3. Explain the proper use of the tripod level.4. Explain the proper way to read a leveling rod.

Applying Profile Leveling Techniques1. Explain the important aspects of keeping survey notes for a profile survey.2. Explain the steps involved in completing a profile survey exercise.3. Explain how to calculate allowable error in a survey exercise.

Applying Differential Leveling Techniques1. Explain the important aspects of keeping survey notes for a differential

survey.2. Explain the steps involved in completing a differential survey exercise.3. Explain how to calculate allowable error in a survey exercise.

Understanding the Importance of Managing Soil, Water, and Waste1. Explain the importance of managing soil.2. Explain the importance of managing water.3. Explain the importance of managing waste.

Understanding Soil Drainage Systems1. Identify the soil characteristics that effect soil drainage.2. Explain what needs to be considered when designing a drainage system.3. Identify the different types of soil drainage systems.



Lab Activities1. Differential

Surveying lab2. Tripod Level

Setup Lab3. Rod Reading Lab

Construction Systems

Planning and Placing Concrete1. Describe how to plan the job.2. Discuss preparation for the concrete pour.3. Explain placing, finishing, and curing concrete.

Planning, Laying Out, and Tooling Concrete Block1. Discuss how to plan and lay out a job.2. Explain how to mix mortar and lay blocks.3. Explain how to tool joints, patch holes, and clean smears.


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Framing Agricultural Structures1. Discuss designing for building strength.2. Discuss and compare building shapes.3. Discuss and compare framing systems.4. Explain how to identify building framework components.5. Explain how to lay out rafters.

Roofing Agricultural Structures1. Explain the application of asphalt and fiberglass roofing materials.2. Explain the application of metal roofing materials.

Siding Agricultural Structures1. Describe the installation of wood-based siding materials.2. Describe the installation of metal, vinyl, and asphalt siding materials.

Insulating Agricultural Structures1. Describe how to stop air leaks.2. Explain how to compare insulating materials.3. Explain the installation and cost of insulation.

Working with Copper Tubing1. Discuss how to select copper tubing and fittings.2. Discuss how to measure, mark, cut, and ream copper tubing.3. Discuss how to join copper tubing with solder, flare fittings, and compression

fittings.Working with Plastic Pipe

1. Discuss how to select plastic pipe and fittings.2. Discuss how to measure, mark, cut, and join plastic pipe.

Fundamentals & Applications

Lab Activities1. Brick laying lab2. Squaring a

building site3. Soldering lab

Electrical Systems

Introducing Electricity and Electrical Safety1. Explain electricity and the kinds of electricity.2. Explain how electrical service is provided.3. Define the terminology used in electrical work.4. Identify and use the safety practices that should be observed in doing

electrical work.Exploring the Science of Electricity

1. Relate electricity to the structure of elements and atoms.2. Explain conductors, insulators, and semiconductors.3. Explain the conventional and electron theories of electrical current flow.4. Describe how electricity can be generated by friction, heat, light, chemical

reactions, and magnetism.5. Describe the difference between and applications of direct current (DC) and

alternating current (AC) electricity.Measuring and Calculating Electricity

1. Define and safely measure voltage, amperage, resistance, watts, kilowatts, and kilowatt-hours.

2. Solve circuit problems using Ohm’s Law.3. Describe the mathematical relationship between voltage, amperage, and

watts in AC circuits.



Lab Wiring Activities1. Switch to Light2. Three-way switch

to Light to Three-way switch

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4. Determine the cost of various electrical devices, knowing their wattage rating and the cost of electricity.

Identifying Electrical Tools and Equipment1. Identify and explain the use of service-entrance equipment and conduit.2. Describe advantages and disadvantages of circuit breakers and fuses.3. Identify and explain the use of outlet and device boxes.4. Identify and explain the use of lampholders, switches, and controls.5. Identify and explain the use of receptacles, wall plates, and box covers.6. Identify and explain the use of miscellaneous equipment.

Preparing and Using Schematics1. Identify and draw various symbols used in drawing wiring diagrams or

schematics.2. Describe rules to follow in diagramming various circuits.3. Draw and explain diagrams of circuits using keyless lampholders, pull-chain

lampholders, duplex receptacles, and single-pole switches.4. Draw and explain diagrams of circuits using lampholders with 3-way and 4-

way switches.Wiring Circuits

1. Differentiate between branch and feeder circuits and describe the wiring of 120 volt and 240 volt branch and feeder circuits, including color coding and polarity requirements.

2. Explain wiring materials and installation methods as well as plan and wire circuits to function as specified.

3. Describe the use of incandescent, fluorescent, and high intensity discharge lighting.

4. Correctly size and use electrical boxes based on NEC requirements.Selecting and Maintaining Electric Motors and Controls

1. Identify and explain the advantages of electric motors.2. Describe factors to consider in selecting electric motors.3. Describe the basic parts of an electric motor.4. Discuss the basic types of electric motors and their differences.

4. Three-way switch to Four-way switch to Three-way switch to Light

5. Switch to Outlet6. Combination

Switch/Receptacle to Light

7. Switch to Lights wired in series

8. Switch to Lights wired in Parallel

Agricultural Power Systems

Understanding Principles of Operation of Internal Combustion Engines1. Define internal combustion engine and explain its principal parts.2. Describe the four events of the internal combustion engine.3. Explain the differences in operation of four-stroke and two stroke internal

combustion engines.4. Classify internal combustion engines.

Identifying Engine Systems and Their Components1. Identify the three broad categories of internal combustion engine systems.2. Identify the components of the primary or compression system.3. Describe the components of an engine’s operating system.

Using Small Engines1. Identify the reasons why small engines are widely used.2. Describe how small engines can be classified.



Lab Activities1. Disassembly of a

small gas engine

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3. Identify common service jobs performed on small engines.Using Multiple Cylinder Engines

1. Explain general maintenance guidelines associated with multiple cylinder engines.

2. Describe the concept of power as it relates to multiple cylinder engines.3. Discuss common maintenance practices associated with multiple cylinder

engines.4. Describe the operating characteristics of a diesel engine.

2. Measure small gas engine components

3. Reassemble a small gas engine

Agricultural Equipment Systems

Understanding Applications of Fluids and Lubricants in Agricultural Equipment

1. Identify the fuels that are used in agricultural equipment and their characteristics

2. Describe the selection and storage of fuels for agricultural equipment.3. Identify the lubricants that are used in agricultural equipment and their

characteristicsOperating, Calibrating, and Maintaining Agricultural Tillage Systems and Equipment

1. Explain the purpose of tillage systems and equipment used in agriculture.2. Describe the operating principles of tillage systems and equipment used in

agriculture.3. Describe how tillage equipment is calibrated.4. Explain how tillage equipment is maintained.

Operating, Calibrating, and Maintaining Agricultural Planting Systems1. Describe the operating principles of planting equipment.2. Identify the types of planting equipment.3. Identify the components of row-crop planting equipment.4. Identify the components of solid planting equipment.5. Explain the calibration of planting equipment.6. Identify maintenance procedures for planting equipment.

Operating, Calibrating, and Maintaining Irrigation Systems1. Describe the irrigation methods used in agriculture.2. Explain the operating principles of irrigation systems used in agriculture.3. Describe the calibration of irrigation systems used in agriculture.4. Explain the maintenance of irrigation systems used in agriculture.

Operating, Calibrating, and Maintaining Spraying Systems1. Identify the types of sprayers.2. Describe the selection of sprayers and their components.3. Explain the operation of a sprayer.4. Describe the calibration of sprayers.5. Identify how sprayers are maintained.

Operating, Calibrating, and Maintaining Forage Harvesting and Handling Systems

1. Describe the operating principles of forage harvesting and handling systems.2. Explain the operation and preparation of cutting equipment used in forage



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management.3. Explain the operation and preparation of raking equipment used in forage

management.4. Explain the operation and preparation of baling equipment used in forage

management.5. Describe the operation and preparation of forage harvesting equipment.6. Identify the equipment used for forage handling systems.

Operating, Calibrating, and Maintaining Grain Harvesting and Handling Systems

1. Explain the operating principles of grain harvesting equipment.2. Explain the calibration of grain harvesting equipment.3. Identify proper maintenance procedures for grain harvesting equipment.4. Explain the principles of operating grain drying and handling equipment.5. Explain the calibration of grain drying and handling equipment.6. Identify proper maintenance procedures for grain drying and handling

equipment.7. Identify the grain quality standards associated with a given crop.

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Arc Welding/Wire Welding

Oxygen/Acetylene Welding

Identifying Metals and Their Physical Properties1. Identify and explain the terms associated with metals.2. Describe the properties and structures of metals.3. Explain how steel is manufactured.4. Describe how metal is classified.5. Describe the characteristics used to identify metals.

Applying Cold Metalworking Techniques1. Identify the types of steel stock.2. Identify the tools used in cold metal work.3. Describe how cold metal stock is marked, bent, shaped, cut, drilled,

filed, and punched.4. Describe the methods used in tapping, threading, bolting, and riveting

metal.5. Identify safety practices that should be observed in working with cold

metal.Using Metal Cutting Processes and Techniques

1. Identify the equipment used when cutting cold metal.2. Describe the processes and techniques used when cutting cold metal.3. Identify the equipment used when cutting hot metal.4. Describe the processes and techniques used when cutting hot metal.5. Identify safety practices that should be observed when cutting cold and

hot metal.Applying Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Techniques

1. Explain the fundamentals and developments of shielded metal arc welding.

2. Describe how to select shielded metal arc welding equipment and supplies.

3. Explain how to prepare metal for welding.4. Describe the procedures and techniques for shielded metal arc welding.5. Identify the safety practices that should be observed when working with

shielded metal arc welding.Applying Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Welding Techniques

1. Explain the advantages of the metal inert gas (MIG) welding process.2. Describe the equipment, types of shielding gases, and electrodes used

in the MIG welding process.3. Describe the types of metal transfer patterns used in MIG welding and


Welding – FOS

Welding Skills and Practices

Welding Principles and Applications – Third Edition

Metal Fabrication Technology for Agriculture

Welding Lab Activities1. 6013, 6011, 7014,

and 7018 Electrodes

2. Weld Joints – Bead, Lap, Butt, T-Weld, Corner, and Edge

3. Wire Welding4. Operation of

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relate their applications.4. Describe the correct techniques for starting, controlling, and stopping

an MIG bead.5. Explain how to adjust and maintain the MIG welder.6. Identify safety practices that should be observed in MIG welding.

Press6. Operation of Band

Saw7. Operation of Iron

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Arc Welding/Wire Welding

Oxygen/Acetylene Welding

TIG Welding

Plasma Cam

Applying Heat Treating Processes1. Identify the tools and equipment used for hot metal work.2. Explain the processes of measuring and holding metal.3. Describe the methods of heating, cutting, squaring, drawing out,

upsetting, bending, twisting, and punching holes in hot metal.4. Describe the heat treating processes: hardening, tempering, and

annealing.5. Identify the safety practices to follow when working with hot metal.

Applying Fuel Gas Welding (FGW) Processes and Techniques1. Explain the fundamentals of fuel gas welding.2. Explain how to select fuel gas welding equipment and supplies.3. Describe how to set-up fuel gas welding equipment.4. Explain how to operate fuel gas welding equipment.5. Describe fuel gas welding techniques.6. Identify safety practices that should be observed in fuel gas welding.

Using Metal Cutting Processes and Techniques1. Identify the equipment used when cutting cold metal.2. Describe the processes and techniques used when cutting cold metal.3. Identify the equipment used when cutting hot metal.4. Describe the processes and techniques used when cutting hot metal.5. Identify safety practices that should be observed when cutting cold and

hot metal.Applying Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Techniques

1. Explain the fundamentals and developments of shielded metal arc welding.

2. Describe how to select shielded metal arc welding equipment and supplies.

3. Explain how to prepare metal for welding.4. Describe the procedures and techniques for shielded metal arc welding.5. Identify the safety practices that should be observed when working with

shielded metal arc welding.Applying Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Welding Techniques

1. Explain the advantages of the metal inert gas (MIG) welding process.2. Describe the equipment, types of shielding gases, and electrodes used

in the MIG welding process.3. Describe the types of metal transfer patterns used in MIG welding and

relate their applications.


Welding – FOS

Welding Skills and Practices

Welding Principles and Applications – Third Edition

Metal Fabrication Technology for Agriculture

Welding Lab Activities1. Position Welding

– Vertical Up, Vertical Down, and Horizontal with 6011, 7018 Electrodes

2. Weld Joints – Bead, Lap, Butt, and T-Weld,

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4. Describe the correct techniques for starting, controlling, and stopping an MIG bead.

5. Explain how to adjust and maintain the MIG welder.6. Identify safety practices that should be observed in MIG welding.

Applying Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding Techniques1. Explain the advantages and developments of the Tungsten Inert Gas

(TIG) welding process.2. Describe applications for the Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding process.3. Explain how the Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding process works.4. Identify the types of Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding equipment and

accessories and relate their function.5. Identify the types of shielding gases used for Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG)

welding and explain their purposes.6. Explain the procedures used for Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding.7. Identify the safety practices that should be observed in TIG welding.

Plasma Cam5. Operation of

Band Saw6. Operation of Iron

Shear7. Operation of

Oxygen/Acetylene Torch

8. Operation of TIG Welder

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UNIT OF STUDY: ANIMAL · Web viewExplain the relationship of types of digestive systems to the ability of ruminants and non-ruminants to digest and absorb different classes of feed.

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