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K–12 Standards

Fundamentals of Agriscience

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Foundational Standards

  • 1

    Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining tools and machinery; handling materials; utilizing personal protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces. F.1

  • 2

    Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.  F.2

  • 3

    Explore the range of careers available in the field and investigate their educational requirements and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing. F.3

  • 4

    Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically. F.4

  • 5

    Participate in a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork. F.5

  • 6

    Participate in Supervised Agricultural Experiences and/or work-based, experiential, and service learning.  F.6

Impact of Agriculture

  • 1

    Define agriculture and identify major divisions of the agriculture industry. 1

    1. a

      Identify major agricultural commodities in the local area, state, nation, and world.1.a

    2. b

      Describe various agricultural organizations and their roles in the agricultural industry.  1.b

  • 2

    Create a timeline listing major changes and accomplishments in the history of agriculture.  2

Technology Applications

  • 3

    Utilize technology to access, manage, and integrate agricultural information. Examples: spreadsheets, databases, web-based drives, electronic record keeping, Geographic Integration System, Global Positioning System, drones3

    1. a

      Identify technological advances that enhance the agriculture industry. 3.a

Agribusiness Leadership

  • 4

    Apply problem-solving and decision-making skills to address agribusiness issues. Examples: supply and demand, financial management, marketing4

  • 5

    Discuss the history and structure of agriscience education and its three-circle model. 5

    1. a

      Examine the history of the National FFA Organization. 5.a

    2. b

      List legislation which mandates or supports agricultural education. 5.b

  • 6

    Identify components of a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE), including manageability, record keeping, availability of facilities, financing, and award opportunities. Examples: award opportunities - agriscience fairs, proficiency awards, degree applications, scholarships6

    1. a

      Identify financial considerations as factors to be considered in agricultural opportunities and selecting a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE). 6.a

  • 7

    Demonstrate communication skills through Leadership Development Events (LDEs), including prepared public speaking, extemporaneous speaking, creed speaking, conduct of a chapter meeting, and parliamentary procedure. 7

    1. a

      Practice listening and speaking skills. 7.a

    2. b

      Refine reading and writing skills.7.b

Environmental Science

  • 8

    Identify methods and practices for conserving the environment. 8

    1. a

      Explain the importance of natural resources.  8.a

  • 9

    Identify major soil areas in Alabama.9

    1. a

      Identify layers of soil in a soil profile.9.a

    2. b

      Determine the texture of various soil samples.9.b

    3. c

      Determine the land capability class for a given plot of land. 9.c

    4. d

      Explain how to adjust soil pH. 9.d

  • 10

    Discuss forest management practices.10

    1. a

      Identify trees for local, state, national, and global markets. 10.a

    2. b

      Identify potential hazards for Alabama forests and forest professionals. Examples: invasive species; venomous spiders and snakes, poisonous plants, topographic hazards 10.b

  • 11

    Discuss ethical and legal responsibilities involved in wildlife management.11

    1. a

      Describe state hunting laws and regulations concerning wildlife.  11.a

    2. b

      Explain hunting safety practices. 11.b

  • 12

    Identify common fish and wildlife species of Alabama. 12

Plant Science

  • 13

    Identify characteristics and functions of plants. 13

    1. a

      Explain plant processes, including photosynthesis, respiration, and transpiration. 13.a

    2. b

      Identify the essential elements needed for plant health and growth. 13.b

    3. c

      Identify various necessities for producing plants. 13.c

    4. d

      Demonstrate sexual and asexual plant propagation.  13.d

    5. e

      Discuss the use of chemicals in agriculture. Examples: herbicides, fungicides, insecticides  13.e

Animal Science

  • 14

    Identify characteristics of common breeds of livestock including cattle, swine, sheep, equine animals, and poultry.14

    1. a

      Identify species-specific terminology used to identify livestock. Example: bovine- bull, cow, heifer, steer, calf14.a

    2. b

      Explain practices used to manage livestock, including handling, breeding, vaccinating, and transporting.  14.b

    3. c

      Determine nutritional requirements for livestock, including cattle, swine, sheep, equine animals, and poultry.  14.c

  • 15

    Differentiate among types of aquaculture enterprises in Alabama, including catfish, crawfish, shrimp, and tilapia. 15

Industrial Agricultural Technology

  • 16

    Apply mathematical, reading, and writing skills used in woodworking. 16

    1. a

      Demonstrate procedures for constructing a woodworking project, including completing a bill of materials, calculating board feet, selecting tools, applying measurements, cutting, assembling, and finishing.  16.a

  • 17

    Examine procedures used in welding. 17

  • 18

    Explain the theory of operation for two- and four-stroke small engines. 18

  • 19

    Identify major components and functions of basic wiring circuits. 19

  • 20

    Identify procedures for installing and maintaining plumbing lines and fixtures for structures.20

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