Title: Applied Agricultural Concepts (18002-I-18)

Demonstrating Personal Qualities and Abilities
  Demonstrate creativity and innovation.
  Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving.
  Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.
  Demonstrate integrity.
  Demonstrate work ethic.
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Demonstrating Interpersonal Skills
  Demonstrate conflict-resolution skills.
  Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.
  Demonstrate respect for diversity.
  Demonstrate customer service skills.
  Collaborate with team members.
Demonstrating Professional Competencies
  Demonstrate big-picture thinking.
  Demonstrate career- and life-management skills.
  Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability.
  Manage time and resources.
  Demonstrate information-literacy skills.
  Demonstrate an understanding of information security.
  Maintain working knowledge of current information-technology (IT) systems.
  Demonstrate proficiency with technologies, tools, and machines common to a specific occupation.
  Apply mathematical skills to job-specific tasks.
  Demonstrate professionalism.
  Demonstrate reading and writing skills.
  Demonstrate workplace safety.
Examining All Aspects of an Industry
  Examine aspects of planning within an industry/organization.
  Examine aspects of management within an industry/organization.
  Examine aspects of financial responsibility within an industry/organization.
  Examine technical and production skills required of workers within an industry/organization.
  Examine principles of technology that underlie an industry/organization.
  Examine labor issues related to an industry/organization.
  Examine community issues related to an industry/organization.
  Examine health, safety, and environmental issues related to an industry/organization.
Addressing Elements of Student Life
  Identify the purposes and goals of the student organization.
  Explain the benefits and responsibilities of membership in the student organization as a student and in professional/civic organizations as an adult.
  Demonstrate leadership skills through participation in student organization activities, such as meetings, programs, and projects.
  Identify Internet safety issues and procedures for complying with acceptable use standards.
Exploring Work-Based Learning
  Identify the types of work-based learning (WBL) opportunities.
  (Optional) Reflect on lessons learned during the WBL experience.
  Explore career opportunities related to the WBL experience.
  (Optional) Participate in a WBL experience, when appropriate.
Exploring Leadership Opportunities through FFA
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  Identify the role of supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs) in agricultural education.
  Participate in an SAE.
  Identify benefits and responsibilities of FFA membership.
  Describe leadership characteristics and opportunities as they relate to agriculture and FFA.
  (Optional) Apply for an FFA degree and/or an agricultural proficiency award.
Identifying the Purposes and Roles of Agricultural Agencies
  Explain the purposes and roles of federal agricultural agencies.
  Explain the purposes and roles of state agricultural agencies.
  (Optional) Identify non-governmental agricultural partners and their roles in advocacy in the community.
Applying Safety Practices in the Agricultural Mechanics Lab/Workshop
  Identify lab and maintenance safety procedures and protocols.
  Demonstrate safe practices in the agricultural mechanics lab/workshop.
  Identify marked safety areas and posted evacuation routes.
  Identify the location and use of eyewash stations.
  Demonstrate knowledge of safety data sheets (SDS).
  Explain the use of chemicals.
  Demonstrate the use of standard and metric hand tools.
  Demonstrate the use of power tools and equipment.
  Demonstrate the use of precision standard and metric measuring tools.
  Demonstrate the use of protective clothing and equipment.
  Explain the use of fire protection equipment.
  Identify hazards associated with using and servicing farm machinery and equipment.
Identifying the Components of Soil
  Identify parts of a soil profile.
  Identify types of soil particles.
  (Optional) Describe characteristics of different soil types.
  (Optional) List the major soils found in Virginia.
Interpreting Soil Fertility and Test Results
  Explain the purpose of testing soil fertility.
  Conduct a soil test.
  Interpret results of a soil test.
  Explain the purposes for amending the soil.
  (Optional) Describe Virginia laws as they apply to fertilizer application on turf and pasture.
Managing Soil Erosion
  List types of soil erosion.
  Explain the consequences of soil erosion.
  Identify methods of controlling erosion.
  (Optional) Explain the use of erosion control methods used in agriculture.
Establishing Turf and Forages
  Describe methods of seeding.
  (Optional) Prepare the seedbed for a lawn, pasture, or hayfield.
  Select seed.
  (Optional) Seed a seedbed.
  (Optional) Irrigate a new lawn seedbed.
Managing Turf and Forages
  Identify techniques for managing a lawn or pasture.
  (Optional) Describe service and maintenance of lawn or pasture equipment.
  Describe common problems in turf and forage management.
  (Optional) Design a year-round turf and forage management plan.
Managing Trees and Shrubs
  Identify common trees and shrubs using techniques to determine the species of a tree or woody plant.
  (Optional) Explain the importance of pruning.
  (Optional) Identify pruning equipment, supplies, and best management practices.
  Describe the process of planting a tree and a shrub.
  Create a management plan for trees and shrubs.
  (Optional) Implement a management plan for trees and shrubs.
Designing a Garden Layout
  Analyze the location of a garden plot.
  Calculate food needs for a family.
  Estimate the yield of specific garden crops.
  Determine the location of crops in the garden plot.
Planting the Garden
  (Optional) Select seed and plant varieties.
  (Optional) Prepare the seedbed for a garden or soilless growing medium.
  (Optional) Plant seeds and vegetable plugs.
Managing the Garden
  Determine water and mulch needs for the garden.
  Select the appropriate time and method to water the garden.
  (Optional) Manage vegetable and fruit plants in the garden.
Harvesting the Garden
  Identify the characteristics of ripened fruits and vegetables.
  List factors that affect the quality of fruits and vegetables.
  Describe techniques for harvesting fruits and vegetables.
  (Optional) Evaluate fruits and vegetables for harvest.
Implementing Pest Management
  Identify common agricultural pests for plants and animals.
  Explain the life cycle of pests.
  Describe integrated pest management (IPM).
  (Optional) Describe the major types of agricultural pesticides.
  Interpret pesticide labels.
  Manage agricultural pests using IPM.
Applying Principles of Food Safety
  Define food safety.
  Prepare food products for consumption or preservation.
  Describe the production and handling of food products.
  Describe storage of different types of food products.
  Develop a strategy to create food products that meet a consumer trend in a specific market.
  Describe food security issues.
Processing Fruits and Vegetables
  Outline the procedure for processing fruits and vegetables.
  Identify fruit and vegetable varieties.
  Describe methods of preserving fruits and vegetables.
  (Optional) Demonstrate a method of food preservation.
Examining the Livestock and Poultry Industry
  Research the history of the domestication of farm animals.
  Explain the function of livestock.
  Describe the scope and importance of the livestock and poultry industry in Virginia and the United States.
  Analyze commercially important livestock species in Virginia.
  Describe issues related to animal welfare and animal rights.
  Examine the role of market animal projects and its relevance in the livestock industry.
Identifying and Processing Meats
  Identify major cuts of meat.
  List specialized meat products.
  (Optional) Outline the procedure for animal slaughter.
Inspecting, Grading, and Labeling Meats
  Explain the purposes of meat inspection.
  Describe the types of meat inspection.
  Interpret a meat product label.
  List factors to consider when selecting meats.
  (Optional) Rank cuts of meat according to quality grade.
Preserving Meats
  Describe methods for preserving meat.
  Demonstrate meat-preservation processes.
Performing Electrical Operations
  Explain common electrical terms.
  Identify safety rules associated with the use of electrical appliances and equipment.
  Calculate cost of power consumption.
  Demonstrate electrical shock emergency procedures.
  Identify electrical symbols.
  (Optional) Identify series and parallel circuits.
  Identify tools, equipment, and supplies used in the construction and repair of electrical circuits and equipment.
  Demonstrate wiring practices.
  (Optional) Install an electrical fixture.
  (Optional) Evaluate electrical problems.
Performing Plumbing Operations
  Identify safety rules associated with the use of plumbing equipment.
  Identify tools, equipment, and supplies used for the installation of plumbing fixtures.
  (Optional) Identify pipe and pipe fittings.
  (Optional) Determine the length of pipe to be cut.
  (Optional) Combine lengths of pipe.
Performing Woodworking/Carpentry Operations
  Identify tools, equipment, and materials used in woodworking/carpentry.
  Demonstrate the use of woodworking/carpentry equipment.
  Determine materials needed for a project.
  Demonstrate layout procedures for a project.
  Identify fasteners.
  Demonstrate fastening techniques.
  Construct a woodworking/carpentry project.
  (Optional) Apply a finish to a woodworking/carpentry project.
Performing Metalworking Operations
  Identify tools, equipment, and materials used in metalworking.
  Demonstrate the use of metalworking tools and equipment.
  (Optional) Demonstrate a metalworking process.
  (Optional) Apply a finish to a metalworking project.
Exploring the Use of Drones in Agriculture
  Explain the uses of drones in agriculture.
  Research the types of drones used in agriculture.
  Identify safety precautions and standard operating procedures for flying drones.
  Describe the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 guidelines.
  (Optional) Prepare a drone for flight.
  (Optional) Fly a drone, adhering to all safety requirements, industry recommended practices, and instructor guidelines.
ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION
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