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K–12 Standards

Agricultural Power, Structural and Technical Systems (2022)

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ACADEMIC SKILLS

  • AA.

    SPEAKING AND LISTENINGAA

    1. 1

      Utilize effective verbal and non-verbal communication skillsAA1

    2. 2

      Participate in conversation, discussion and group presentationsAA2

    3. 3

      Communicate and follow directions/proceduresAA3

    4. 4

      Utilize speaking and listening skills to communicate effectively with customers and co-workersAA4

  • AB.

    READING AND WRITINGAB

    1. 1

      Locate and interpret written informationAB1

    2. 2

      Read and interpret workplace documents, e.g., reports, manuals, schematics, flowcharts, tables, graphsAB2

    3. 3

      Identify relevant details, facts and specificationsAB3

    4. 4

      Record information accurately and completelyAB4

    5. 5

      Demonstrate competence in organizing, writing and editing using correct vocabulary, spelling, grammar and punctuationAB5

    6. 6

      Demonstrate the ability to write clearly and concisely using industry-specific terminologyAB6

  • AC.

    CRITICAL THINKING AND PROBLEM SOLVINGAC

    1. 1

      Utilize critical-thinking skills to determine best options/outcomes, e.g., analyze reliable/unreliable sources of information, use previous experiences, implement crisis management, develop contingency planningAC1

    2. 2

      Utilize innovation and problem-solving skills to arrive at the best solution for the current situationAC2

    3. 3

      Implement effective decision-making skillsAC3

  • AD.

    MATHEMATICSAD

    1. 1

      Perform basic and higher-level math operations, e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, fractions, units of conversion, averaging, percentage, proportion, ratios, numbering systemsAD1

    2. 2

      Solve problems using measurement skills, e.g., distance, weight, area, volumeAD2

    3. 3

      Make reasonable estimatesAD3

    4. 4

      Use tables, graphs, diagrams and charts to obtain or convey informationAD4

    5. 5

      Use reasoning and problem-solving skills in mathematicsAD5

  • AE.

    FINANCIAL LITERACYAE

    1. 1

      Locate, evaluate and apply personal financial informationAE1

    2. 2

      Identify the components of a budget and how one is createdAE2

    3. 3

      Set personal financial goals and develop a plan for achieving themAE3

    4. 4

      Describe types of financial service providers and considerations in selecting a providerAE4

    5. 5

      Demonstrate ability to meet financial obligationsAE5

  • AF.

    INTERNET USE AND SECURITYAF

    1. 1

      Recognize the potential risks associated with internet and social media useAF1

    2. 2

      Identify and apply internet security practices, e.g., password security, login, logout, log off, lock computerAF2

    3. 3

      Practice safe, legal and responsible use of technology in the workplaceAF3

  • AG.

    INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYAG

    1. 1

      Use technology appropriately to enhance professional presentationsAG1

    2. 2

      Demonstrate effective, appropriate and ethical use of social mediaAG2

    3. 3

      Identify ways social media can be used as marketing, advertising and data gathering toolsAG3

  • AH.

    TELECOMMUNICATIONSAH

    1. 1

      Select and utilize the appropriate environment, devices, services and applications to complete workplace tasksAH1

    2. 2

      Demonstrate appropriate etiquette when using telecommunications, e.g., cell phone, e-mail, messaging services, online meetings, conference callsAH2

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

  • EA.

    POSITIVE WORK ETHICEA

    1. 1

      Explain the importance of pride and confidence about work and learning new tasksEA1

    2. 2

      Demonstrate consistent and punctual attendanceEA2

    3. 3

      Demonstrate initiative in assuming tasksEA3

    4. 4

      Exhibit dependability in the workplaceEA4

    5. 5

      Take and provide direction in the workplaceEA5

    6. 6

      Accept responsibility for personal decisions and actionsEA6

  • EB.

    INTEGRITYEB

    1. 1

      Abide by workplace policies and procedures, e.g., safety, internet and cell phone use, code of conductEB1

    2. 2

      Demonstrate honesty and reliabilityEB2

    3. 3

      Demonstrate ethical characteristics and behaviorsEB3

    4. 4

      Maintain confidentiality and integrity of company informationEB4

    5. 5

      Support the mission and vision of the companyEB5

  • EC.

    SELF-REPRESENTATIONEC

    1. 1

      Demonstrate appropriate dress and hygiene in the workplaceEC1

    2. 2

      Use language and manners suitable for the workplaceEC2

    3. 3

      Demonstrate polite and respectful behavior toward othersEC3

  • ED.

    TIME, TASK AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENTED

    1. 1

      Plan and follow a work scheduleED1

    2. 2

      Complete work tasks successfully with minimal supervisionED2

    3. 3

      Work successfully within budgetary constraintsED3

    4. 4

      Demonstrate ability to stay on task to produce high-quality deliverables on timeED4

  • EE.

    DIVERSITY AWARENESSEE

    1. 1

      Define and differentiate diversity, equity, inclusion, discrimination and harassmentEE1

    2. 2

      Work effectively with all customers and co-workersEE2

    3. 3

      Explain the benefits of diversity within the workplaceEE3

    4. 4

      Explain the importance of respect for the feelings, values and beliefs of othersEE4

    5. 5

      Identify strategies to bridge cultural/generational differences and use differing perspectives to increase the overall quality of workEE5

    6. 6

      Illustrate techniques for eliminating bias and stereotyping in the workplaceEE6

    7. 7

      Identify ways tasks can be structured to accommodate the diverse needs of workersEE7

    8. 8

      Recognize the challenges and advantages of a global workforceEE8

  • EF.

    TEAMWORKEF

    1. 1

      Recognize the characteristics of a team environment and conventional workplaceEF1

    2. 2

      Demonstrate effective team skills, e.g., setting goals, listening, following directions, questioning, dividing work, conflict resolution, meeting facilitation, and evaluate their importance in the workplaceEF2

    3. EG.

      CREATIVITY AND RESOURCEFULNESSEG

    4. 1

      Explain the importance of contributing and conveying new ideas in the workplaceEG1

    5. 2

      Describe the importance of posing questions when developing ideasEG2

    6. 3

      Explain the value of varying ideas and opinionsEG3

    7. 4

      Locate and verify information during the creative processEG4

  • EH.

    CONFLICT RESOLUTIONEH

    1. 1

      Identify conflict resolution skills to enhance productivity and improve workplace relationshipsEH1

    2. 2

      Implement conflict resolution strategies and problem-solving skillsEH2

    3. 3

      Explain the use of documentation and its role as a component of conflict resolutionEH3

  • EI.

    CUSTOMER/CLIENT SERVICEEI

    1. 1

      Recognize the importance of and demonstrate how to properly greet/approach customers and clientsEI1

    2. 2

      Identify and address needs of customers/clientsEI2

    3. 3

      Provide helpful, courteous and knowledgeable serviceEI3

    4. 4

      Identify appropriate channels of communication with customers/clients, e.g., online, phone call, faceto-faceEI4

    5. 5

      Identify techniques to seek and use customer/client feedback to improve company servicesEI5

    6. 6

      Explain the relationship between customer/client satisfaction and company successEI6

  • EJ.

    ORGANIZATIONS, SYSTEMS AND CLIMATESEJ

    1. 1

      Define profit and identify factors affecting the profitability of a businessEJ1

    2. 2

      Identify "big picture" issues in conducting business, e.g., forecasting, global market, risk managementEJ2

    3. 3

      Identify roles in fulfilling the mission of the workplaceEJ3

    4. 4

      Identify the rights of workers, e.g., adult and child labor laws, and other equal employment opportunity lawsEJ4

    5. 5

      Recognize the chain of command, organizational flow chart system and hierarchy of management within an organizationEJ5

  • EK.

    JOB ACQUISITION AND ADVANCEMENTEK

    1. 1

      Recognize the importance of maintaining a job and pursuing a careerEK1

    2. 2

      Define jobs associated with a specific career path or professionEK2

    3. 3

      Identify and seek various work experience opportunities, e.g., volunteerism, internships, co-op, parttime/full-time employmentEK3

    4. 4

      Prepare a resume, cover letter and job applicationEK4

    5. 5

      Prepare for and participate in a job interview, e.g., research company, highlight personal strengths, prepare questions, conduct a mock interview, dress appropriatelyEK5

    6. 6

      Explain the components of a successful job interviewEK6

    7. 7

      Identify key factors to evaluate employment offers, e.g., salary, benefits packagesEK7

    8. 8

      Explain the proper procedure for leaving a jobEK8

  • EL.

    LIFELONG LEARNINGEL

    1. 1

      Acquire current and emerging industry-related informationEL1

    2. 2

      Demonstrate commitment to learning as a life-long process and recognize learning opportunitiesEL2

    3. 3

      Identify various self-improvement opportunitiesEL3

    4. 4

      Explain the importance of adaptability in career planning and self-management, e.g., diverse portfolio, credentials, professional developmentEL4

    5. 5

      Employ leadership skills to achieve workplace objectives, e.g., personal vision, adaptability, change, shared visionEL5

    6. 6

      Recognize the importance of job performance evaluation and coaching as it relates to career advancementEL6

    7. 7

      Accept and provide constructive criticismEL7

    8. 8

      Describe the impact of the global economy on jobs and careersEL8

  • EM.

    JOB SPECIFIC TECHNOLOGIESEM

    1. 1

      Identify the value of new technologies and their impact on driving continuous change and the need for lifelong learningEM1

    2. 2

      Research and identify emerging technologies for specific careersEM2

    3. 3

      Select appropriate technological resources to accomplish workEM3

  • EN.

    HEALTH AND SAFETYEN

    1. 1

      Identify and assume responsibility for the safety of self and othersEN1

    2. 2

      Follow safety guidelines in the workplace, e.g., OSHA, CDCEN2

    3. 3

      Explain the impact of personal health and wellness on job performanceEN3

OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS

  • OA.

    APPLY MANAGEMENT PLANNING PRINCIPLES IN AFNR BUSINESS ENTERPRISESOA

    1. 1

      Evaluate how mission statements guide business goals, objectives and resource allocationOA1

    2. 2

      Formulate individual/business goals and objectivesOA2

    3. 3

      Describe the impact of the US Farm Bill on the agriculture industryOA3

    4. 4

      Evaluate federal government and industry regulations, e.g., EPA, OSHA, USDA, NRCS, FSA, in planning/operating an AFNR businessOA4

    5. 5

      Develop a budget, as applied to the AFNR business, including capital, human, financial and time, e.g., enterprise budget, time on investment, budget constraintOA5

    6. 6

      Describe how special interest groups, e.g., PETA, HSUS, Sierra Club, influence U.S. agricultural policyOA6

    7. 7

      Describe how proactive farm groups influence agricultural policy, e.g., KYFB, KY Pork Producers, KY Beef Council, KY Soybean Board, KY Corn Growers Association, Kentucky Poultry Federation, Kentucky Dairy Development CouncilOA7

    8. 8

      Analyze how communication technology, e.g., social media, print news, television, impacts public perception of the agriculture industryOA8

    9. 9

      Evaluate state government and industry regulations, e.g., KDA, KY Proud, livestock reports, in planning/operating an AFNR businessOA9

    10. 10

      Identify related government agencies, their functions and programs, as they relate to agribusiness, e.g., Extension, KY Ag Finance, KY Ag DevelopmentOA10

  • OB.

    USE RECORD KEEPING AND ACCOUNTING PROCESSES TO ACCOMPLISH AFNR OBJECTIVES, MANAGE BUDGETS AND COMPLY WITH LAWS AND REGULATIONS BUSINESSOB

    1. 1

      Maintain accurate production/agribusiness records, e.g., balance sheet, profit/loss sheet, enterprise budgetsOB1

    2. 2

      Analyze records to improve efficiency and profitability of an AFNR business, e.g., liquidity and solvency, return on investment, repayment capacityOB2

    3. 3

      Compare types and terms of credit, e.g., line of credit, term loan, interest rate, credit establishmentOB3

    4. 4

      Budget resources, as applied to the AFNR business, including capital, human, financial and time, e.g., enterprise budget, time on investment, budget constraintOB4

    5. 5

      Identify tax reporting requirements for income, property and employment associated with small AFNR businesses, e.g., Farm Business Management ProgramOB5

    6. 6

      Monitor inventory to maintain optimal levels and calculate costs of carrying input and output inventoryOB6

  • OC.

    DEVELOP A BUSINESS PLAN FOR AN AFNR ENTERPRISE OR BUSINESS UNITOC

    1. 1

      Differentiate types of ownership/business structures, e.g., corporations, cooperatives, partnerships, sole proprietorships, non-profit, in a capitalistic economic systemOC1

    2. 2

      Analyze businesses to determine strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats, i.e., SWOT AnalysisOC2

    3. 3

      Describe ways to assess and manage risks, e.g., financial, environmental, workplace, to reduce liabilityOC3

    4. 4

      Describe how enterprise diversification can address production risksOC4

    5. 5

      Analyze marketing techniques, e.g., contracts, futures, direct marketing, options that reduce riskOC5

    6. 6

      Explain how insurance strategies minimize risk, e.g., property, liability, production/income loss, personal life and health, workman's comp, auto liabilityOC6

    7. 7

      Describe the types and components of a risk management plan for an AFNR business, e.g., Water Quality Plan, HACCPOC7

    8. 8

      Identify the effect of foreign policy on agricultural economics, e.g., tariffs, trade agreements, embargosOC8

    9. 9

      Compare sources of credit, e.g., farm credit systems, grants, dealer creditOC9

  • OD.

    UTILIZE SALES AND MARKETING PRINCIPLES COMMON TO AGRIBUSINESS SYSTEMS TO ACCOMPLISH AFNR BUSINESS OBJECTIVESOD

    1. 1

      Interpret the laws of supply and demandOD1

    2. 2

      Compare and contrast macroeconomic and microeconomic conceptsOD2

    3. 3

      Discuss factors that influence buyer motivation, e.g., service, price, brand loyalty, product quality, product featuresOD3

    4. 4

      Explain effective techniques that develop effective customer relationshipsOD4

    5. 5

      Explain components of the sales process, e.g., personal rapport, needs and wants, features and benefits, objections, closeOD5

    6. 6

      Describe the meaning and use of the four P's, i.e., product, place, price and promotion, in marketingOD6

    7. 7

      Analyze appropriate market and marketing research, e.g., target market, niche market, buyer profilesOD7

    8. 8

      Compare the effectiveness of various marketing strategies for an AFNR businessOD8

    9. 9

      Develop a marketing plan for an agricultural product, service, or agribusinessOD9

    10. 10

      Explain concepts associated with international markets, e.g., global food supply chainOD10

    11. 11

      Assess the presence of marketing infrastructure for agricultural commodities, e.g., storage, transportation, processingOD11

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Agribusiness Systems

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