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K–12 Standards

Plant Science Systems (2023)

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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

  • EG.

    CREATIVITY AND RESOURCEFULNESSEG

    1. 1

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

    2. 2

      Describe the importance of posing questions when developing ideasEG2

    3. 3

      Explain the value of varying ideas and opinionsEG3

    4. 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.

    ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS, GROWING MEDIA AND PLANT NUTRIENTSOA

    1. 1

      Describe how soil is formed and the horizon layers resulting from the formationOA1

    2. 2

      Describe the proper methods to collect soil samplesOA2

    3. 3

      Analyze site according to soil type, slope and drainageOA3

    4. 4

      Differentiate the function of various growing media components, e.g., peat, Perlite, VermiculiteOA4

    5. 5

      Determine the relationship of optimal air, temperature and water conditions on plant growthOA5

    6. 6

      Summarize the three measurements of light - color, intensity and duration - that affect plant growthOA6

    7. 7

      Describe pH, its impact on nutrient availability and how to adjust the pH of growing mediaOA7

    8. 8

      Examine the importance of macronutrients and micronutrients to plant growthOA8

    9. 9

      Identify the essential nutrients for plant growth and development and their major functions, e.g., nitrogen, phosphorus, potassiumOA9

    10. 10

      Calculate the amount of fertilizer to be applied based on nutrient recommendation and fertilizer analysisOA10

  • OB.

    PRINCIPLES OF CLASSIFICATION, ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY IN PLANT PRODUCTIONOB

    1. 1

      Explain how the binomial nomenclature system is used to classify plants, including the naming of cultivarsOB1

    2. 2

      Describe the morphological characteristics used to identify agricultural and herbaceous plants, e.g., life cycles, growth habitat, plant use, monocotyledons or dicotyledons, woody, herbaceousOB2

    3. 3

      Identify structures in a typical plant cell and their functionsOB3

    4. 4

      Describe the components, types and functions of plant rootsOB4

    5. 5

      Describe the components, types and functions of plant stemsOB5

    6. 6

      Describe the components, types and functions of plant leavesOB6

    7. 7

      Describe the components, types and functions of plant flowersOB7

    8. 8

      Describe the components, types and functions of seeds and fruitOB8

    9. 9

      Analyze the life cycle of plant growth/development from seed to seed, e.g., annual, biennial, perennial, cool vs. warm seasonOB9

    10. 10

      Identify common agronomic crops grown in Kentucky, e.g., corn, wheat, soybeansOB10

    11. 11

      Identify common bedding and nursery crops grown in Kentucky, e.g., marigold, petunia, boxwood, hostaOB11

    12. 12

      Explain requirements necessary for photosynthesis to occur and identify the products and byproducts of photosynthesisOB12

    13. 13

      Explain factors that affect cellular respiration and identify the products and byproducts of cellular respirationOB13

  • OC.

    PROPAGATE, CULTURE AND HARVEST PLANTS AND PLANT PRODUCTSOC

    1. 1

      Describe how to safely operate equipment utilized in plant productionOC1

    2. 2

      Explain the importance of equipment cleaning/sanitation in plant productionOC2

    3. 3

      Explain how to safely handle and apply chemicalsOC3

    4. 4

      Utilize industry-appropriate selection techniques for crop varieties/cultivars, e.g., yield, germination, disease tolerance, growing seasonOC4

    5. 5

      Analyze seed tag information in crop selection, e.g., germination rate, seeding rate, variety, live seedOC5

    6. 6

      Determine proper techniques to control and manage plant growth through biological, chemical, cultural and mechanical meansOC6

    7. 7

      Describe the purpose of plant growth regulatorsOC7

    8. 8

      Differentiate various watering technologies and methods, e.g., hand, drip, overhead sprinkler, moisture sensorsOC8

    9. 9

      Explain methods used for asexual plant propagation, e.g., cuttings, division, separation, layering, budding, graftingOC9

    10. 10

      Describe examples of sexual reproduction in flowering plants, e.g., pollination, cross-pollination, self-pollinationOC10

    11. 11

      Explain the purpose of an integrated pest management plan and the components it contains, e.g., action threshold, monitor/identify pests, prevention, controlOC11

    12. 12

      Identify the characteristics of major insect pests in Kentucky, e.g., mouth parts, economic impact, life cycleOC12

    13. 13

      Identify major plant disorders in Kentucky and their mitigation strategies, e.g., rust, leaf blight, powdery mildewOC13

    14. 14

      Identify the major invasive weeds found in Kentucky and their mitigation strategies, e.g., johnsongrass, bull thistle, crabgrass, pigweedOC14

    15. 15

      Predict pest and diseases problems based on environmental conditions and life cyclesOC15

    16. 16

      Identify appropriate techniques for harvesting and storage of crops grown in Kentucky, e.g., machinery, hand tools, hand harvest, grain bins, coolersOC16

  • OD.

    APPLY PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN IN PLANT SYSTEMS TO ENHANCE THE ENVIRONMENTOD

    1. 1

      Describe principles and elements of design that form the basis of artistic impression, e.g., line, form, texture, colorOD1

    2. 2

      Discuss the applications of design in agriculture and ornamental plant systemsOD2

    3. 3

      Identify tools used for design, e.g., drawing tools, florist tools, landscape design softwareOD3

  • OE.

    SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE PRACTICES IN PLANT PRODUCTIONOE

    1. 1

      Discuss how imports and exports impact the agriculture markets in the US and abroadOE1

    2. 2

      Interpret how crop production varies based on geographic location within Kentucky and the US, and the economic impact thereinOE2

    3. 3

      Describe the purpose of plant patents in the agricultural industryOE3

    4. 4

      Generalize how GMOs impact the agriculture industryOE4

    5. 5

      Identify current technology used in crop production, e.g., plant genetics, biotechnology, GPS, remote sensorsOE5

    6. 6

      Distinguish roles and responsibilities of state and federal government agencies as they impact crop production, e.g., Kentucky Department of Agriculture, USDA, FDAOE6

    7. 7

      Discuss the impact of environmental issues on crop production, e.g., surface or groundwater, erosion, drift, chemical residue, runoff, water testingOE7

    8. 8

      Generalize strategies related to the marketing of crop, e.g., futures and forward cash contractsOE8

    9. 9

      Develop planning, production, maintenance and harvest schedules for Kentucky cropsOE9

  • OF.

    UTILIZE SOUND BUSINESS PRACTICES IN PLANT PRODUCTIONOF

    1. 1

      Apply effective record keeping skills including financial recordsOF1

    2. 2

      Discuss the purpose and components of a marketing plan, e.g., goals, target audience, strategies, budget, timelineOF2

    3. 3

      Assess methods to determine target audience and products for a businessOF3

    4. 4

      Define enterprise budget, fixed cost, variable cost and cash flow as they relate to plant productionOF4

    5. 5

      Discuss the major issues related to labor management, e.g., H2-A, OSHA, insuranceOF5

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?
Plant Science Systems

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