Identify the tools and equipment used to maintain poultry facilities and machinery.
Interpretation of Technical Information
Explain how to use an industrial maintenance manual for poultry machinery and equipment.
Interpret instructions from maintenance manuals, orally and in writing.
Apply recommended maintenance techniques used in troubleshooting problems with poultry machinery.
Electricity
Apply electrical concepts, including Ohm’s Law, AC power, and DC power.
Apply industrial wiring techniques for completing basic electrical circuits.
Interpret basic motor and circuit schematics for poultry equipment.
Complete motor control circuits.
Troubleshoot basic issues involving controls, sensors, and relays in poultry equipment.
General Construction
Interpret and apply construction plans to build poultry facilities.
Examples: Create a plan for a generator shed, construct a backyard pen.
Plumbing Systems
Repair fluid supply and drainage systems in poultry facilities, explaining procedures orally and in writing.
Maintain plumbing systems in poultry facilities.
Mechanical Theory and Application
Demonstrate procedures for lubricating bearings in poultry industry machinery.
Refrigeration
Discuss the basic theory and application of refrigeration systems, including condensers, accumulators, evaporators, compressors, metering valves, and high/low pressure lines, in the poultry industry.
Discuss the various types of refrigerants used in industrial applications in the poultry industry.
Identify tools and methods used for charging cooling equipment and recovering refrigerants in the poultry industry and summarize EPA regulations for these processes.
Mechanical Systems
Discuss the basic theory and application used in the various drive systems in machinery used in the poultry industry, including belt and chain drives, clutch drives, chain braking, gear reduction, and feed and discharge devices.
Waste Disposal
Discuss methods for disposing of carcass and chicken litter and assess the environmental impacts of each method.
Poultry Science
Foundational Standards
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.
Safety
