Investigate and share information about current trends and issues in genetic engineering and biotechnology.
Describe how selective breeding has improved animal genetics, citing examples from several different species.
Analyze the differences between animal rights and animal welfare
Assess current perceptions concerning animal rights and animal welfare.
Identify specialty animals and animal products and describe their impact on Alabama’s economy.
Investigate effective means of marketing specialty animals and animal products.
Assess facilities used to manage, transport, and house livestock to determine their efficiency, safety, and cost effectiveness.
Investigate and share information about regulations regarding the transportation of livestock.
Identify government agencies that regulate the livestock industry and describe their areas of authority.
Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining equipment; utilizing materials and protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.
Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.
Explore the range of careers available in the field, investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.
Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically.
Participate in a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.
Participate in Supervised Agricultural Experiences and/or work-based, experiential, and service learning.
Identify safety precautions, procedures, and equipment used by veterinary personnel for handling animals.
Discuss the health risks of zoonotic diseases to humans and the historical significance of each disease.
Define types of hazards common in the veterinary hospital.
Determine the appropriate safety precautions for a given scenario and how to locate important safety information.
Examples: material safety data sheets, personal protective equipment
Describe responsible animal ownership and management.
Discuss the relationship between animal rights and animal welfare.
Apply mathematical skills in the field of veterinary science, including drug dosages, feed rations, conversions, dilutions, and calculations that would commonly be used in a veterinary hospital, and in procedures used in managing the veterinary office, including invoices, cost calculations, and payroll.
Differentiate among major animal breeds and the specific temperament and behavioral characteristics of each breed.
Describe the body systems of vertebrate animals and the function of each system.
Define directional anatomical terms.
Identify disease-prevention procedures that ensure animal health.
Examples: immunizations, biosecurity, herd-health plans, trimming hooves
Describe normal and abnormal parameters of animal health.
Examples: heart rate, body temperature, body condition scores, respiratory rate, FAMACHA scores
Demonstrate clinical procedures for administering vaccinations and medications.
Summarize federal, state, and local laws that regulate policies and procedures in veterinary medicine pertaining to animal rights and welfare, professional licensing, and veterinary liability, including applicable regulations issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Environmental Protection Agency, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining equipment; utilizing materials and protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.
Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.
Explore the range of careers available in the field, investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.
Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically.
Participate in a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.
Participate in Supervised Agricultural Experiences and/or work-based, experiential, and service learning.
