Advanced Animal Science (18107) (2022)

Understand and use safe practices.ADAn 1

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    Demonstrate safe use and knowledge of tools and equipment used in animal science.ADAn 1.1

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    Demonstrate workplace/worksite safety procedures and protocols.ADAn 1.2

Select proper health care practices for animals.ADAn 2

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    Choose prevention and treatment programs for animal diseases, parasites, and disorders.ADAn 2.1

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    Discuss how to provide biosecurity for animals, people, and facilities.ADAn 2.2

Develop proper nutrition management practices to optimize animal performance.ADAn 3

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    Assess nutritional elements as they affect animal performances.ADAn 3.1

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    Develop feed rations to provide for animals’ nutritional needs.ADAn 3.2

Select reproductive practices to optimize animal production.ADAn 4

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    Identify management practices in breeding that account for high quality animals.ADAn 4.1

Articulate medical terminology as it relates to animals.ADAn 5

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    Recognize relevant medical terminology related to animals.ADAn 5.1

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    Apply medical terminology in the correct context.ADAn 5.2

Classify, evaluate, and select animals based on anatomical and physiological characteristics. ADAn 6

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    Apply principles of anatomy and physiology to uses within various animal systems.ADAn 6.1

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    Analyze information and make connections pertaining to the interrelatedness of various body systems.ADAn 6.2

Utilize principles of veterinary tools and techniques.ADAn 7

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    Identify veterinary tools and practices.ADAn 7.1

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    Apply proper veterinary techniques to medical situations.ADAn 7.2

Develop employability skills related to the Animal Systems Pathway.ADAn 8

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    Develop soft skills to enhance employability.ADAn 8.1

Develop employability skills related to the Animal Systems Pathway.ADAn 9

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    Develop an individual project plan with goals and timeline.ADAn 9.1

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    Explore opportunities within AFNR industries.  ADAn 9.2

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    Apply concepts of financial management appropriate to agricultural projects and personal finances.ADAn 9.3

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    Develop and document knowledge and skills to ensure workplace safety regarding personal health and environmental management.ADAn 9.4

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    Research and analyze how public policy, laws, and advocacy impact agricultural systems and agricultural literacy.ADAn 9.5

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

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