Animal Science: High School (9-12)

ACADEMIC SKILLS

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS

SPEAKING AND LISTENING

READING AND WRITING

CRITICAL THINKING AND PROBLEM SOLVING

MATHEMATICS

FINANCIAL LITERACY

INTERNET USE AND SECURITY

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

TELECOMMUNICATIONS

POSITIVE WORK ETHIC

INTEGRITY

SELF-REPRESENTATION

TIME, TASK, AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

DIVERSITY AWARENESS

TEAMWORK

CREATIVITY AND RESOURCEFULNESS

CONFLICT RESOLUTION

CUSTOMER/CLIENT SERVICE

ORGANIZATIONS, SYSTEMS, AND CLIMATES

JOB ACQUISITION AND ADVANCEMENT

LIFELONG LEARNING

JOB SPECIFIC TECHNOLOGIES

HEALTH AND SAFETY

ANALYZE HISTORIC AND CURRENT TRENDS IMPACTING THE ANIMAL SYSTEMS INDUSTRY

UTILIZE BEST-PRACTICE PROTOCOLS BASED ON ANIMAL BEHAVIORS FOR ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND WELFARE

DESIGN AND PROVIDE PROPER ANIMAL NUTRITION TO ACHIEVE DESIRED OUTCOMES FOR PERFORMANCE DEVELOPMENT, REPRODUCTION, AND/OR ECONOMIC PRODUCTION

APPLY PRINCIPLES OF ANIMAL REPRODUCTION TO ACHIEVE DESIRED OUTCOMES FOR PERFORMANCE, DEVELOPMENT, AND ECONOMIC PRODUCTION

EVALUATE ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AFFECTING ANIMAL PERFORMANCE AND IMPLEMENT PROCEDURES FOR ENHANCING PERFORMANCE AND ANIMAL HEALTH

CLASSIFY, EVALUATE AND SELECT ANIMALS BASED ON ANATOMICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS

APPLY PRINCIPLES OF EFFECTIVE ANIMAL HEALTH CARE

PRACTICE SOUND AGRICULTURAL FINANCE IN ANIMAL SCIENCE

Utilize effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills

Participate in conversation, discussion, and group presentations

Communicate and follow directions/procedures

Communicate effectively with customers and co-workers

Locate and interpret written information

Read and interpret workplace documents

Identify relevant details, facts, and specifications

Record information accurately and completely

Demonstrate competence in organizing, writing, and editing using correct vocabulary, spelling, grammar, and punctuation

Demonstrate the ability to write clearly and concisely using industry specific terminology

Utilize critical-thinking skills to determine best options/outcomes (e.g., analyze reliable/unreliable sources of information, use previous experiences, implement crisis management, develop contingency planning)

Utilize innovation and problem-solving skills to arrive at the best solution for current situation

Implement effective decision-making skills

Perform basic and higher level math operations (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, fractions, units of conversion, averaging, percentage, proportion, ratios)

Solve problems using measurement skills (e.g., distance, weight, area, volume)

Make reasonable estimates

Use tables, graphs, diagrams, and charts to obtain or convey information

Use deductive reasoning and problem-solving in mathematics

Locate, evaluate, and apply personal financial information

Identify the components of a budget and how one is created

Set personal financial goals and develop a plan for achieving them

Use financial services effectively

Demonstrate ability to meet financial obligations

Recognize the potential risks associated with Internet use

Identify and apply Internet security practices (e.g., password security, login, logout, log off, lock computer)

Practice safe, legal, and responsible use of technology in the workplace

Use technology appropriately to enhance professional presentations

Demonstrate effective and appropriate use of social media

Identify ways social media can be used as marketing, advertising, and data gathering tools

Select and use appropriate devices, services, and applications to complete workplace tasks

Demonstrate appropriate etiquette when using e-communications (e.g., cell phone, e-mail, personal digital assistants, online meetings, conference calls)

Demonstrate enthusiasm and confidence about work and learning new tasks

Demonstrate consistent and punctual attendance

Demonstrate initiative in assuming tasks

Exhibit dependability in the workplace

Take and provide direction in the workplace

Accept responsibility for personal decisions and actions

Abide by workplace policies and procedures

Demonstrate honesty and reliability

Demonstrate ethical characteristics and behaviors

Maintain confidentiality and integrity of sensitive company information

Demonstrate loyalty to the company

Demonstrate appropriate dress and hygiene in the workplace

Use language and manners suitable for the workplace

Demonstrate polite and respectful behavior toward others

Demonstrate personal accountability in the workplace

Demonstrate pride in work

Plan and follow a work schedule

Work with minimal supervision

Work within budgetary constraints

Demonstrate ability to stay on task to produce high quality deliverables on time

Recognize diversity, discrimination, harassment, and equity

Work well with all customers and co-worker

Explain the benefits of diversity within the workplace

Explain the importance of respect for feelings, values, and beliefs of others

Identify strategies to bridge cultural/generational differences and use differing perspectives to increase overall quality of work

Illustrate techniques for eliminating gender bias and stereotyping in the workplace

Identify ways tasks can be structured to accommodate the diverse needs of workers

Recognize the challenges and advantages of a global workforce

Recognize the characteristics of a team environment and conventional workplace

Contribute to the success of the team

Demonstrate effective team skills and evaluate their importance in the workplace (e.g., setting goals, listening, following directions, questioning, dividing work)

Contribute new ideas

Stimulate ideas by posing questions

Value varying ideas and opinions

Locate and verify information

Identify conflict resolution skills to enhance productivity and improve workplace relationships

Implement conflict resolution strategies and problem-solving skills

Explain the use of documentation and its role as a component of conflict resolution

Recognize the importance of and demonstrate how to properly acknowledge customers/clients

Identify and address needs of customers/clients

Provide helpful, courteous, and knowledgeable service

Identify appropriate channels of communication with customers/clients (e.g., phone call, face-to-face, e-mail, website)

Identify techniques to seek and use customer/client feedback to improve company services

Recognize the relationship between customer/client satisfaction and company success

Define profit and evaluate the cost of conducting business

Identify "big picture" issues in conducting business

Identify role in fulfilling the mission of the workplace

Identify the rights of workers (e.g., adult and child labor laws and other equal employment opportunity laws)

Recognize the chain of command, organizational flow chart system, and hierarchy of management within an organization

Recognize the importance of maintaining a job and pursuing a career

Define jobs associated with a specific career path or profession

Identify and seek various job opportunities (e.g., volunteerism, internships, co-op, part-time/full-time employment)

Prepare a resume, letter of application, and job application

Prepare for a job interview (e.g., research company, highlight personal strengths, prepare questions, set-up a mock interview, dress appropriately)

Participate in a job interview

Explain the proper procedure for leaving a job

Acquire current and emerging industry-related information

Demonstrate commitment to learning as a life-long process and recognize learning opportunities

Seek and capitalize on self-improvement opportunities

Discuss the importance of flexible career planning and career self-management

Employ leadership skills to achieve workplace objectives (e.g., personal vision, adaptability, change, shared vision)

Recognize the importance of job performance evaluation and coaching as it relates to career advancement

Accept and provide constructive criticism

Describe the impact of the global economy on jobs and careers

Identify the value of new technologies and their impact on driving continuous change and the need for life-long learning

Research and identify emerging technologies for specific careers

Select appropriate technological resources to accomplish work

Assume responsibility for safety of self and others

Follow safety guidelines in the workplace

Manage personal health and wellness

Discuss the interrelationships between agriculture commodities based on economic, geographic, and production factors

Analyze changes in food consumption throughout history

Describe the relationship between consumer demands and animal production

Evaluate current trends in animal science through industry associations, trade journals, and reliable electronic resources

Describe agricultural practices that ensure a safe and reliable food supply

Discuss the benefits of utilizing best practice production systems in animal science

Evaluate the impact of world trade issues (e.g., diseases, imports/exports, drought, trade agreements) on animal science

Summarize agricultural laws impacting animal science (e.g., property, incorporation, liability issues, animal husbandry, labor, farming in populated areas)

Identify related government agencies, their functions and programs, as they relate to animal science

Describe the implications of state and federal agricultural legislation (e.g., farm bill)

Compare and contrast marketing opportunities for animal commodities (e.g., terminal, direct, niche, local)

Analyze the benefits of risk management practices (futures, forward contracts, diversification, insurance)

Summarize the benefits of electronic technology in animal science (e.g., electronic record keeping, ultrasound, electronic identification, computer feeding)

Describe characteristics of effective animal care facilities

Recommend safe handling techniques and equipment when working with animals

Differentiate between animal welfare and animal rights

Describe the anatomy and physiology of digestive systems (monogastric, ruminant, hind gut fermenters, avian)

Discuss the function of the six classes of nutrients in regards to animal nutrition

Compare common types of feedstuffs and the role they play in the diets of animals

Explain the purpose of feed additives and growth promotants in animal production

Formulate animal feeds based on nutritional requirements using feed ingredients for maximum nutrition and optimal economic production

Describe the functions of major reproductive organs and hormones in the male and female reproductive systems

Contrast the processes of natural and artificial breeding methods

Infer how age, size, life cycle, maturity level, gestation, and health status affect the reproductive efficiency of male and female animals

Evaluate the use of quantitative breeding values in the selection of genetically superior breeding stock (e.g., EPD's)

Discuss the importance of efficient and economic reproduction in animals

Differentiate principles of animal genetics and heredity (e.g. homozygous, heterozygous, phenotype, genotype, dominance, recessive)

Appraise the advantages of reproductive management practices, including estrous synchronization, superovulation, flushing, and embryo transfer

Select best practices to enhance soil and water quality

Describe the impact of water quality on animal health

Describe procedures to decrease the negative effects of environmental factors on animals

Evaluate measures to maintain the quality of the environment in areas used to raise and house animals

Classify animals according to the taxonomical classification system and species-specific terminology related to age and gender

Differentiate major animal breeds within the industry and their production strengths

Identify the major skeletal and external parts of production and companion species

Identify wholesale and retail cuts of production species

Evaluate desirable anatomical and physiological characteristics of animals within and between species

Characterize common disorders, parasites, and vaccinated diseases of both production and companion animal species

Discuss the health risks of zoonotic diseases to humans and their historical significance

Select proper medical dosages and delivery methods

Evaluate preventative measures for controlling and limiting the spread of diseases, parasites, and disorders among animals

Explain common surgical and nonsurgical procedures in animal healthcare

Identify requirements for and sources of credit

Compare the benefits related to buying, leasing, renting land and/or equipment

Describe how various forms of taxes impact the animal science industry (income, sales, property, inheritance)

Calculate break-even prices in an animal science business to maximize profit