UNITS OF INSTRUCTION
Course Content The Principles of Agricultural Science—Animal areas of study include:
History and Use of Animals
Animal Handling and Safety
Cells and Tissues
Animal Nutrition
Animal Reproduction
Genetics
Animal Health
Animal Products, Selection, and Marketing
History and Use of AnimalsLesson 1.1 Animal Planet
1. Animals serve many purposes in the lives of humans, including providing life-sustaining products such as meat, milk, and fiber. • Determine and analyze the use of animal products over the course of one day. • Develop a list of animal products commonly used based on previous experience. 2. Organization and record-keeping are important to the success of an agricultural business. • Prepare and maintain an Agriscience Notebook to record and store information presented in classroom discussions and activities throughout the course. • Select an animal to research throughout the course and develop a format for a management guide. 3. Career opportunities exist in animal agriculture for all levels of education in the areas of production, processing, marketing, and regulation. • Research an animal industry and related careers and share with the class. • Document and record animal industries and career opportunities shared during student presentations. |
Animal Behavior Unit
Career Connection
Terminology Animal Welfare Animal Management vs Welfare Practices Time/Money/Energy Record Keeping Animal Identification Vaccines Facilities Housing Dietary Needs Reproduction |
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