Industry/Career Cluster: ANFR
Career(s) Explored: Swine Technician
Credential Requirements: varies based on job - High School Diploma, GED, Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Animal Science
Salary Expectations: $40,000
# Of Volunteers Needed: Number
# of Tables Required: Number
Is Electricity Required: Required
Materials Needed:
Fake swine litter
Litter processing tools: Teeth clipping, castration, tail docking, ear notching
example kit: https://www.realityworks.com/product/swine-litter-processing-simulators/?v=7516fd43adaa
Pair students together
Instruct one student to hold the pig as if the pig were real, Instruct second student to complete tasks (switch back and forth as needed)
Provide fake baby pig and tools
Teach students proper technique and care to process baby pigs