Model Program of Study

Iowa Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Course Sequence and Critical Competencies

Link to Agenda/Minutes of Advisory Team Approval

Technical Skill Assessments

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Iowa Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources

Agricultural Education Standards and Benchmarks

Course Sequence and Critical Competencies

Link to Agenda/Minutes of Advisory Team Approval

AFNR/Intro to Ag

CS.01.01
- Research, examine, and discuss issues and trends that impact AFNR systems on local, state, national, and global levels.
CS.03.04
- Use appropriate protective equipment and demonstrate safe and proper use of AFNR tools and equipment.
CS.05.01
- Evaluate and implement the steps and requirements to pursue a career opportunity in each of the AFNR career pathways.
CS.05.02
- Examine and choose career opportunities that are matched to personal skills, talents, and career goals in an AFNR pathway of interest.
ABS.02.01
- Apply fundamental accounting principles, systems, tools, and applicable laws and regulations to record, track, and audit AFNR business transactions.
CRP.12.02
- Create and implement strategies to engage team members to work toward team and organizational goals in a variety of workplace and community situations.

Plant Science

PS.01.01
- Determine the influence of environmental factors on plant growth.
PS.02.02
- Apply knowledge of plant anatomy and the functions of plant structures to activities associated with plant systems.
PS.02.03
- Apply knowledge of plant physiology and energy conversion to plant systems.
PS.03.02
- Develop and implement a management plan for plant production.
PS.03.04
- Apply principles and practices of sustainable agriculture to plant production.
PS.03.05
- Harvest, handle, and store crops according to current industry standards.

Animal Science

AS.01.02
- Assess and select animal production methods for use in animal systems based upon their effectiveness and impacts.
AS.02.01
- Demonstrate management techniques that ensure animal welfare.
AS.02.02
- Analyze procedures to ensure that animal products are safe for consumption.
AS.03.01
- Analyze the nutritional needs of animals.
AS.07.01
- Design programs to prevent animal diseases, parasites, and other disorders and ensure animal welfare.
CS.05.02
- Examine and choose career opportunities that are matched to personal skills, talents, and career goals in an AFNR pathway of interest.

Technical Skill Assessments

No longer required in Perkins V. These are resources only.

Class: Introduction to Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (1 sequential unit )

Performance Element: CS.01, Acquire the skills necessary to positively influence others
- Performance Indicator: CS.01.01, Exhibit the skills and competencies needed to achieve a desired result
  - Critical Competency: CS.01.01.01.a, Work productively with a group or independently
    - Crosswalks with State Standard - CRP 12.02. - Create and implement strategies to engage team members to work toward team and organizational goals in a variety of workplace and community situations (e.g., meetings, presentations, etc.).

Technical Skill Assessment
- - Intro to AFNR TSA: Critical Comp CS.01.01.01.a / State Ag Comp #1\
Technical Skill Assessment Reporting Form

- TSA Reporting Form

Performance Element: ABS.02, Utilize appropriate management planning principles in AFNR business enterprises
- Performance Indicator: ABS.02.01, Compose and analyze a business plan for an enterprise
  - Critical Competency: ABS.02.01.01.a, Recognize quality AFNR business plan components that have been developed using the SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely) format
    - Crosswalks with State Standard - ABS 02.01 - Apply fundamental accounting principles, systems, tools and applicable laws and regulations to record, track and audit AFNR business transactions (e.g., accounts, debits, credits, assets, liablilities, equity, etc)

Technical Skill Assessment

- Intro to AFNR TSA: Critical Comp. ABS.02.01.01.a / State Ag Comp #3

Technical Skill Assessment Reporting Form

- TSA Reporting Form

Performance Element: FPP.02, Apply safety principles, recommended equipment and facility management techniques to the food products and processing industry
- Performance Indicator: FPP.02.03, Apply safety and sanitation procedures in the handling, processing and storing of food products
  - Critical Competency: FPP.02.03.02.a, Explain techniques and procedures for the safe handling of food products
    - Crosswalks with State Standard - FPP.01.02 - Apply food safety and sanitation procedures in the handling and processing of food products to ensure food quality.

Technical Skill Assessment

- Intro to AFNR TSA: Critical Comp. FPP.04.02.02.a & State Ag Comp 5

Technical Skill Assessment Reporting Form

- TSA Reporting Form

Performance Element: PST.01, Use physical science principles and engineering applications with power, structural and technical systems to solve problems and improve performance
- Performance Indicator: PST.01.01, Select energy sources in power generation appropriate to the situation
  - Critical Competency: PST.01.01.01.a, Identify renewable and nonrenewable energy sources and pathways of delivery
    - Crosswalks with State Standard - NRS 01.01 - Apply methods of classification to examine natural resource availability and ecosystem function in a particular region

Technical Skill Assessment

- Intro to AFNR TSA: Critical Comp. PST.01.01.01.a / State Ag Comp #10
- Technical Skill Assessment Reporting Form
- TSA Reporting Form

Class: Principles of Agricultural Sciences - Animal (1 sequential unit)

Performance Element: ABS.04, Utilize appropriate management planning principles in AFNR business enterprises
- Performance Indicator: ABS.04.01, Compose and analyze a business plan for an enterprise
  - Critical Competency: ABS.04.01.03.c Prepare a business plan for an AFNR business.
    - Crosswalks with State Standard - ABS.04.02 - Develop production and operational plans for an AFNR business

Technical Skill Assessment
- Ag Sci- Animal TSA: Critical Comp. ABS.04.01.03.c / State Ag Comp #4
Technical Skill Assessment Reporting Form

Performance Element: CRP.10, Plan education and career path aligned to personal goals
- Performance Indicator: CRP.10.01, Identify career opportunities within a career cluster that match personal interests, talents, goals and preferences
  - Critical Competency: CRP.10.01.01.a, Determine personal interests, talents, goals and preferences for potential careers
    - Crosswalks with State Standard - CS.05.02 - Examine and choose career opportunities that are matched to personal skills, talents, and career goals in an AFNR pathway of interest.
Technical Skill Assessment
- Ag Sci- Animal TSA: Critical Comp. CRP.10.01.01.a / State Ag Comp #6
Technical Skill Assessment Reporting Form

Performance Element: FPP.01, Examine components of the food industry and historical development of food products and processing
- Standard: FPP.01.02, : Work effectively with industry organizations, groups and regulatory agencies affecting the food products and processing industry
  - Critical Competency: FPP.04.03.02.b Assess and summarize the application of industry standards in the food products and processing industry.
    - Crosswalks with State Standard - FPP.01.02 - Apply food safety and sanitation procedures in the handling and processing of food products to ensure food quality.
Technical Skill Assessment
- Ag Sci- Animal TSA: Critical Competency: FPP.01.02.02.a / State Ag Comp #7
Technical Skill Assessment Reporting Form

Class: Principles of Agricultural Sciences - Plant (1 sequential unit)

Performance Element: PS.02, Prepare and implement a plant management plan that addresses the influence of environmental factors, nutrients and soil on plant growth
- Performance Indicator: PS.02.03, Develop and implement a fertilization plan for specific plants or crops
  - Critical Competency: PS.02.03.01.a, Identify the essential nutrients for plant growth and development and their major functions
    - Crosswalks with State Standard - PS.01.03. Develop and implement a fertilization plan for specific plants or crops.

Technical Skill Assessment
- Ag Sci- Plant TSA: Critical Comp. PS.02.03.01.a / State Ag Comp #2
Technical Skill Assessment Reporting Form

Performance Element: PST.02, Design, operate and maintain mechanical equipment, structures, biological systems, land treatment, power and technology
- Performance Indicator: PST.02.01, Perform service routines to maintain power units and equipment
  - Critical Competency: PST.02.01.01.a, Perform service routines to maintain power units and equipment.
    - Crosswalks with State Standard - Critical Competency: PST.02.01 Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled service to maintain equipment, machinery and power units used in AFNR settings.
Technical Skill Assessment
- Ag Sci- Plant TSA: Critical Comp. PST.02.01.01.a / State Ag Comp #8
Technical Skill Assessment Reporting Form

Performance Element: ABS.03, Utilize record keeping to accomplish AFNR business objectives while complying with laws and regulations
- Performance Indicator: ABS.03.01, Prepare and maintain all files needed to accomplish effective record keeping
  - Critical Competency: ABS.03.01.01.a/b/c,
  - ABS.03.01.01.a. Maintain production and agribusiness records
  - ABS.03.01.01.b. Analyze records to improve efficiency and profitability of an AFNR business
  - ABS.03.01.01.c. Apply management information systems in AFNR business financial analysis
    - Crosswalks with State Standards -
      - Critical Competency: ABS.02.02. Assemble, interpret and analyze financial information and reports to monitor AFNR business performance and support decision-making (e.g., income statements, balance sheets, cash-flow analysis, inventory reports, break-even analysis, return on investment, taxes, etc.).
      - Critical Competency: ABS.02.01. Apply fundamental accounting principles, systems, tools, and applicable laws and regulations to record, track, and audit AFNR business transactions.
Technical Skill Assessment
- Ag Sci- Plant TSA: Critical Comp. ABS.03.01.01.a/b/c / State AG Comp #9
Technical Skill Assessment Reporting Form

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