Kentucky Occupational Skill Standards/Core Content/Program of Studies Curriculum Map

Bourbon County Schools

Level: High School Bold & ( ) = Assessed

Grade and/or Course: Ag I, 9th grade Italics = Supporting

Updated: July 2010 e.g. = Example only

Timeline / Topic
And
Objectives: / Kentucky Occupational Skill Standard / Core Content 4.1 & DOK / Program of Studies:
Understandings / Vocabulary / Program of Studies:
Activities & Assessments
Week 1 / Orientation and Introduction to Agriculture / SS-HS-2.1.1
SS-HS-4.4.2
SS-HS-5.2.2 / *Investigate basic environmental, food and fiber interrelationships / Production agriculture
Agribusiness
Horticulture
Food Crops
Ornamental plants
Forestry
Natural materials
Synthetic materials / *Livestock Terminology Quiz
*Unit Exam
Week 2 / Introduction to FFA
1. Explain the difference between Leader and Leadership.
2. List major traits of good leaders.
3. Describe the opportunities of leadership development in FFA. / PL-HS-4.2.2 / *Investigate opportunities/benefits of FFA / Leader
Leadership
Premier leadership
Personal growth
Career success
CDE
SAE
3 Circle Diagram
Greenhand Degree
Chapter Degree
State Degree American Degree / *Unit Exam
Week 3-4 / FFA History and FFA Creed
1. Recite the FFA creed.
2. Demonstrate basic principles of public speaking. / C-AA-015
Demonstrate proper speaking and presentation characteristics. / *Investigate opportunities/benefits of FFA / Smith-Hughes Act
Public Law 740
NFA
Foundation
C.H. Lane
Henry Groseclose
E.M. Tiffany
Leslie Applegate
H.O. Sargent
Gus Lintner
Federal Charter
Civil Rights Act
FFA Creed / *FFA Creed contest within the classroom
*FFA Quiz contest within the classroom
*Unit Exam
Week 5-6 / Careers in Agriculture / H-AA-007
Possess basic computer keyboarding skills.
H-EA-001
Demonstrate consistently punctual arrival.
H-EA-002
Document regular attendance
H-EA-003
Demonstrate enthusiasm and confidence about work and learning new tasks.
H-EA-004
Demonstrate appropriate dress and hygiene for successful employment
H-EA-005
Demonstrate the ability to act in a polite and respectful way towards co-workers.
H-EA-007
Demonstrate the ability to make career decisions.
L-EA-007
Demonstrate the ability to make career decisions.
C-EA-007
Demonstrate the ability to make career decisions. / PL-HS-4.1.1
PL-HS-4.3.1
PL-HS-4.1.3 / *Demonstrate employability and social skills relative to the career cluster
*Explore basic agriculture skills needed including: math, communication and employability skills / Resume
Cover Letter
Job Application
Reference / *Guest speakers
*Job applications
*Interest surveys
Week 7-8 / Supervised Agriculture Experience Programs
1. Define SAE and terms associated with it.
2. Determine the purpose of SAE in an agriculture program.
3. Explore opportunities for SAE programs.
4. Set goals and plan a personal SAE program. / H-AA-015
Demonstrate basic leadership skills.
H-AA-016
Identify the organizational need for profit.
L-AA-016
Demonstrate basic leadership skills. / MA-HS-1.3.1
MA-HS-4.1.1
MA-HS-4.4.3
SS-HS-3.2.3 / *Maintain records on supervised agriculture experience program and be able to summarize and analyze results in making financial decisions
*Develop a supervised agriculture experience programs including use of record keeping / SAE
Entrepreneurship
Placement
Proficiency / *Develop and plan an SAE program
Week 9-11 / Record Keeping / H-EC-002
Maintain receipts and disbursement records.
H-EC-003
Maintain inventory records.
H-EC-004
Maintain computer records.
H-OD-001
Determine production cost for given crop.
H-OD-002
Regulate environmental factors for plant growth.
L-EC-002
Maintain receipts and disbursement records.
L-EC-003
Maintain inventory records.
L-OD-001
Apply effective record keeping skills including financial records.
L-OD-002
Demonstrate knowledge of budgeting and cash flow.
C-EC-002
Maintain receipts and disbursements records.
C-EC-003
Maintain inventory records.
C-EC-004
Maintain computer records.
C-OD-001
Apply effective record keeping skills including financial records.
C-OD-002
Demonstrate knowledge of budgeting and cash flow. / MA-HS-1.3.1
MA-HS-4.1.1
MA-HS-4.4.3
SS-HS-3.2.3 / *Maintain records on supervised agriculture experience program and be able to summarize and analyze results in making financial decisions
*Develop a supervised agriculture experience programs including use of record keeping / Asset
Liability
Net worth
Inventory
Income
Expense / *FFA recording keeping contest within class
*Record Keeping Quizzes for each section of record book
*Unit Exam
Week 12-14 / Consumerism
Week 15 / Tobacco Production
1. Illustrate at timeline for the steps included in producing tobacco.
2. Describe the soil, climatic, and labor needs for tobacco production.
3. Demonstrate the proper method of stripping tobacco. / WR-HS-1.1.3
WR-HS-1.2.0
WR-HS-1.2.3
WR-HS-3.6.0
WR-HS-4.7.0 / *Identify and examine general soil and plant sciences / Flue-cured
Burley
Air-cured
Set
House
Strip
Sidedress / *Burley tobacco essay
Week 16 / Beef Cattle Production
1. Identify the external parts of beef cattle and their function.
2. Describe and identify the common breeds of beef cattle in Kentucky.
3. Compare and contrast color, origin, and characteristics of each common breed of beef cattle in Kentucky.
4. Examine the impact of beef cattle production in the United States. / L-OI-001
Utilize appropriate production techniques for livestock (beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, horses,
L-OL-003
Use appropriate agricultural terminology.
L-OL-004
Identify the anatomical parts of domestic livestock.
L-OL-005
Demonstrate knowledge of livestock breeds.
C-OI-001
Utilize appropriate production techniques for livestock (beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, horses, sheep, poultry, specialty animals)
C-OL-003
Use appropriate agricultural terminology.
C-OL-004
Identify the anatomical parts of domestic livestock.
C-OL-005
Demonstrate knowledge of livestock breeds. / *Identify and examine general animal sciences
*Explore basic agriculture skills needed including: math, communication and employability skills / Bull
Calf
Calving
Cow
Heifer
Steer / *Impromptu speaking
*Breed ID Quiz
*Identification of External Parts
*Unit Quiz
Week 17 / Dairy Cattle Production
1. Identify the external parts of dairy cattle and their function.
2. Describe and identify the common breeds of dairy cattle in Kentucky.
3. Compare and contrast color, origin, characteristics, and use of each common breed of dairy cattle in Kentucky.
4. Examine the impact of dairy cattle production in the United States. / L-OI-001
Utilize appropriate production techniques for livestock (beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, horses,
L-OL-003
Use appropriate agricultural terminology.
L-OL-004
Identify the anatomical parts of domestic livestock.
L-OL-005
Demonstrate knowledge of livestock breeds.
C-OI-001
Utilize appropriate production techniques for livestock (beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, horses, sheep, poultry, specialty animals)
C-OL-003
Use appropriate agricultural terminology.
C-OL-004
Identify the anatomical parts of domestic livestock.
C-OL-005
Demonstrate knowledge of livestock breeds. / *Identify and examine general animal sciences
*Explore basic agriculture skills needed including: math, communication and employability skills / Butterfat
Colostrum
Milk replacers
Dry period
Cull
Lactation period
AI
Cow
Calf
Calving
Heifer
Steer / *Impromptu speaking
*Breed ID Quiz
*Identification of External Parts
*Unit Quiz
Week 18 / Review
Week 19 / Swine Production
1. Identify the external parts of hogs and their function.
2. Describe and identify the common breeds of hogs in Kentucky.
3. Compare and contrast color, origin, and characteristics of each common breed of hogs in Kentucky.
4. Examine the impact of hog production in the United States. / L-OI-001
Utilize appropriate production techniques for livestock (beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, horses,
L-OL-003
Use appropriate agricultural terminology.
L-OL-004
Identify the anatomical parts of domestic livestock.
L-OL-005
Demonstrate knowledge of livestock breeds.
C-OI-001
Utilize appropriate production techniques for livestock (beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, horses, sheep, poultry, specialty animals)
C-OL-003
Use appropriate agricultural terminology.
C-OL-004
Identify the anatomical parts of domestic livestock.
C-OL-005
Demonstrate knowledge of livestock breeds. / *Identify and examine general animal sciences
*Explore basic agriculture skills needed including: math, communication and employability skills / Barrow
Boar
Farrow
Farrow to Finish
Gilt
Piglet
Sow
Ear Notching / *Impromptu speaking
*Breed ID Quiz
*Identification of External Parts
*Unit Quiz
Week 20 / Sheep Production
1. Identify the external parts of sheep and their function.
2. Describe and identify the common breeds of sheep in Kentucky.
3. Compare and contrast color, origin, and characteristics of each common breed of sheep in Kentucky.
4. Examine the impact of sheep production in the United States. / L-OI-001
Utilize appropriate production techniques for livestock (beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, horses,
L-OL-003
Use appropriate agricultural terminology.
L-OL-004
Identify the anatomical parts of domestic livestock.
L-OL-005
Demonstrate knowledge of livestock breeds.
C-OI-001
Utilize appropriate production techniques for livestock (beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, horses, sheep, poultry, specialty animals)
C-OL-003
Use appropriate agricultural terminology.
C-OL-004
Identify the anatomical parts of domestic livestock.
C-OL-005
Demonstrate knowledge of livestock breeds. / *Identify and examine general animal sciences
*Explore basic agriculture skills needed including: math, communication and employability skills / Ewe
Ewe Lamb
Lamb
Lambing
Ram Lamb
Wether / *Impromptu speaking
*Breed ID Quiz
*Identification of External Parts
*Unit Quiz
Week 21 / Goat Production
1. Describe and identify the common breeds of goats in Kentucky.
2. Compare and contrast color, origin, and characteristics of each common breed of goat in Kentucky.
3. Examine the impact of goat production in the United States. / L-OI-001
Utilize appropriate production techniques for livestock (beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, horses,
L-OL-003
Use appropriate agricultural terminology.
L-OL-004
Identify the anatomical parts of domestic livestock.
L-OL-005
Demonstrate knowledge of livestock breeds.
C-OI-001
Utilize appropriate production techniques for livestock (beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, horses, sheep, poultry, specialty animals)
C-OL-003
Use appropriate agricultural terminology.
C-OL-004
Identify the anatomical parts of domestic livestock.
C-OL-005
Demonstrate knowledge of livestock breeds. / *Identify and examine general animal sciences
*Explore basic agriculture skills needed including: math, communication and employability skills / Doe
Kid
Kidding
Ram
Wether / *Impromptu speaking
*Breed ID Quiz
*Identification of External Parts
*Unit Quiz
Week 22-23 / Parliamentary Procedure
1. Demonstrate the procedure for handing a motion.
2. Describe the purpose and types of voting.
3. Discuss common parliamentary errors and misconceptions.
4. Discuss the characteristics of a presiding officer. / H-AA-015
Demonstrate basic leadership skills. / *Participate in FFA leadership activities which are integrated into the course / Parliamentary procedure
Presiding officer
Chairperson
Out of order
Discuss
Vote
Majority Vote
Two-thirds vote
Main motion
Amendment
Committees
Adjourn / * FFA Junior Parliamentary Procedure Contest within class
Week 24-25 / Plant Science
1. Draw and label the major parts of plants.
2. Describe the major functions of roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruit.
3. Describe photosynthesis.
4. Describe the roles of air, water, light, and media in relation to plant growth. / H-AA-003
Use correct terminology.
H-AC-006
Be aware of biotechnology and its uses in the horticulture production.
H-AC-007
Explain the use of applied genetics in horticulture.
H-OC-001
Propagate specific plant materials.
H-OC-002
Label propagation material.
H-OC-003
Watering requirements of specific plants.
H-OC-004
Fertility requirements of specific plants
H-OF-001
Clean and maintain hand tools.
H-OF-002
Service selected equipment according to manufacturers recommendations.
H-OH-004
Interpret the impact of the horticultural industry on local, state, national, and international economy.
L-OB-004
Identify appropriate seed bed preparation techniques (no-till, conventional-till, rotations).
L-OB-006
Understand plant growth requirements.
C-OB-004
Identify appropriate seed bed preparation techniques (no-till, conventional-till, rotations).
C-OB-006
Understand plant growth requirements. / Life cycle
Annual
Perennial
Biennial
Monocot
Dicot
Xylem
Phloem
Photosynthesis
Apical dominance
Taxonomy
Transpiration
Respiration
Micronutrients
Macronutrients / *Complete various tasks within the greenhouse
*Plant Part and Function Identification
*Unit Exam
Week 26-27 / Seed Identification and Crops
1. Define important terms used in forage and pasture production.
2. Identify major crops grown for forage and pasture; both in seed form and mature plants.
3. Discuss pest control for forage crops and pasture.
4. Explain methods of harvesting and storing forage crops. / L-OB-002
Demonstrate ability to read and utilize seed tag information.
L-OB-005
Identify appropriate techniques for harvesting and storage of crops.
L-OI-002
Utilize appropriate production techniques for crops (corn, soybeans, tobacco, forage).
L-OL-001
Identify common agronomic plants, grains, feeds, and seeds.
C-OB-001
Utilize appropriate variety selection techniques.
C-OB-002
Demonstrate ability to read and utilize seed tag information.
C-OB-005
Identify appropriate techniques for harvesting and storage of crops.
C-OI-002
Utilize appropriate production techniques for crops (corn, soybeans, tobacco, forage).
C-OL-001
Identify common agronomic plants, grains, feeds, and seeds. / *Investigate basic environmental, food and fiber interrelationships
*Identify and examine general soil and plant sciences / Hay
Silage
Pasture
Legume
Forage
Rhizome / *FFA seed identification quizzes/ contest
*Unit Exam
Week 28-29 / Soils and Soil Conservation
1. Describe the origin and composition of soils.
2. Determine soil textures and compositions using the soil texture triangle.
3. Discuss important soil and water conservation practices. / H-AA-003
Use correct terminology.
H-OB-001
Collect soil samples.
H-OB-002
Analyze soil samples.
H-OB-003
Interpret soil samples.
H-OB-004
Adjust fertility and pH from analysis.
H-OB-005
Analyze site according to sail type, slope and drainage.
H-OB-006
Demonstrate the use of different soil mixes and growing media.
L-ON-001
Utilize appropriate soul conservation practices.
L-ON-003
Analyze and enhance soil fertility
C-ON-001
Utilize appropriate soil conservation practices.
C-ON-003
Analyze and enhance soil fertility. / WR-HS-1.1.3
WR-HS-1.2.0
WR-HS-1.2.3
WR-HS-3.6.0
WR-HS-4.7.0 / *Investigate basic environmental, food and fiber interrelationships
*Identify and examine general soil and plant sciences / Soil texture triangle
Organic matter
Pore space
Sand
Silt
Clay
Particle size
Loam
pH
Adhesion
Cohesion
Capillary rise
Infiltration
Percolation
Saturation
Field capacity
Soil probe / *Soil Conservation Essay
*Soil Testing
*Unit Exam
Week 30-31 / Impromptu Speaking
1. Develop a 3 – 5 minute speech relating to an agriculture topic.
2. Present the speech to the class. / H-AA-013
Organize and deliver a persuasive oral presentation.
H-AA-014
Demonstrate good speaking and presentation characteristics.
L-AA-014
Organize and deliver a persuasive oral presentation.
L-AA-015
Demonstrate proper speaking and presentation characteristics.
C-AA-014
Organize and deliver a persuasive oral presentation.
C-AA-015
Demonstrate proper speaking and presentation characteristics. / WR-HS-1.1.3
WR-HS-1.2.0
WR-HS-1.2.3
WR-HS-3.6.0
WR-HS-4.7.0 / *Identify and examine general animal sciences
*Explore basic agriculture skills needed including: math, communication and employability skills