Standards - Career & Technical Education

Describe the importance of agriculture to Alabama’s economy.

Identify Alabama’s important agricultural commodities and explain their impact on the state and the local community.

Explain the history, mission, components, and benefits of FFA.

Identify and explain the parts of the three-circle agricultural education model.

Describe and identify examples of project-based learning through Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAEs).

Describe the various Career Development Events (CDEs), Talent Development Events (TDEs), and Leadership Development Events (LDEs) that are available through the National FFA Organization.

Define leadership and identify opportunities for leadership development and personal growth in FFA.

Identify plant structures.

Differentiate between sexual and asexual reproduction in plants.

Describe the four major components of soil, including organic and mineral matter.

Obtain and communicate information about basic nutrition requirements of plants, including nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K).

Define and utilize key terms in the study of animal science.

Identify the roles and economic benefits of livestock and companion animals.

Identify products and by-products obtained from livestock.

Explain the relationship between agriculture and the conservation of natural resources.

Identify and categorize natural resources.

Differentiate between renewable and nonrenewable resources.

Discuss the importance of water quality.

Obtain and communicate information about ways to conserve water.

Explain why safety is important in the agriculture mechanics lab.

Identify common hand tools used in woodworking and demonstrate proper and safe use.

Identify common types and sizes of wood fasteners and tell when each would be used.

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.

Summarize the history of the National FFA organization.

Explain the degrees and types of FFA membership.

Explain the types of Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects.

Demonstrate proper record-keeping through an electronic format for an SAE project.

Describe the importance of using personal protective equipment (PPE) in the lab/shop.

Demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) with specific power tools.

Explain the importance of maintaining a clean work environment.