Standards - Career & Technical Education

Describe ways drafting is used in relation to agriculture.

Identify basic drafting tools and their functions.

Use whole numbers and fractions on a ruler to measure accurately.

Identify different types of lines used in drawings.

Identify basic woodworking hand tools.

Discuss the proper safety procedures for using each of the basic woodworking hand tools.

Demonstrate the proper techniques for sanding and finishing wood.

Describe the economic importance of domesticated animals.

Identify the most common breeds of domesticated agricultural animals in the specific local area.

Investigate the role plants have in today’s society.

Compare and contrast methods of plant reproduction, including sexual and asexual.

Explain the importance of seeds in plant reproduction.

Explain the impact of soil pH on plant growth.

Explain why it is important to protect and maintain natural resources.

Identify renewable and nonrenewable resources found in the local community.

Obtain, evaluate, and share information about changes in agricultural technology over the past decade.

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.

Define and utilize terminology related to animal science.

Identify requirements for optimal animal health.

Describe signs of poor health in animals.

Explain the proper methods for handling and restraining large and small animals.

Identify the proper foods to meet the nutritional needs of livestock.

Evaluate desirable characteristics based on breed standards of specific companion animals and/or livestock.

Define and utilize terminology related to plant science.

Demonstrate sexual and asexual propagation of plants.

Describe the requirements for optimal plant growth.

Identify major parts of plants and their functions.

Identify major forest products used in everyday life.

Identify parts of a tree and explain the functions of each part.

Compare and contrast hardwood and softwood species of trees.