Agriculture 1

Course Description:
This is an introductory course for freshman and first year sophomores into the agriculture program. Topics include, but are not limited to leadership skills, FFA, SAE, record keeping, traditional and non-traditional livestock, plant systems and food technology. Ag. Mechanic instruction will be provided in welding. FFA activities are integrated into this class. The course is required to advance classes in agriculture education.

Textbook:
There is no set textbook for this class however various textbooks will be used throughout the course. No textbook will be issued to your student to take home unless it is checked out through the instructor for makeup assignments etc.

Materials Needed:
- SAFETY GLASSES – Will be needed later in the year
- 1in three ring binder – Will be needed ASAP
Grades:
This course will be based on weighted categories. The categories are divided as follows:
Notebook: All class handouts, assignments, notes and graded materials should be kept in a notebook. On some exams and quizzes you will be able to use your notebook. Also, your final exam will come from the materials in the notebook.

Participation: You will be given points on certain days for participation. This grade can be earned by doing what is asked of you during that lesson. You must follow all expectations as a student to earn the full points. If you are absent an alternative participation assignment will be given to earn those points.

Assignments & labs: You will have a variety of assignments and labs in which will be given point values. If you are absent and it is excused you will be given the opportunity to make up all assignments or labs. This is separate from your participation grade and will need to be made up before or after school.

Quizzes & Exams: A quiz will be given at the completion of an area of study. Additional quizzes may be given at any time and may be unannounced. Exams will be given at the completion of a unit and a final exam will be given.

Record Books: You will receive points at the end of each month for recording the month’s records in your book. This will start second semester.

LATE ASSIGNMENTS:
All late assignments will be given a zero! No exceptions!
Expectations:
Personal Expectations
 Understand integrity
 Be honest with yourself and others
 Act Responsible
 Understand the consequences of your actions
 Show respect
 Be self organized
 Try new ideas
Classroom Expectations
 Be in your assigned seat ready to work with sharpened pencil and paper when bell rings. If not you will be counted tardy.
 Bring paper, pencil, notebook and completed assignments to class everyday. You will not be allowed to return to your locker to get these items.
 DO NOT SIT ON THE TABLES
 Follow Directions
 Stay in Seat unless given permission to get up
 Keep hands, feet, objects to self
 Clean up after yourself
Class Discipline Plan:
1st consequence – Warning
2rd consequence – 30 minutes after school with Mrs. Buller
3th consequence – Principals Officer
Make-up work:
Make-up work is your responsibility. It is allowed for each excused absence. All work should be turned in allowing one class period for each day absent. If you are truant, have Out-of-School Suspension, or have an unexcused absence, you will not be allowed to turn in make-up work for the day you missed (see Student Planner). It is recommended that you still complete the work in order to stay up with the material.

Grading Scale:
The district grading scale will be used to determine final grades (see Student Planner).

Careers I
1. Identify career opportunities in the agricultural industry.
2. List and classify agricultural occupations by their job requirements and benefits.
3. Match personal qualifications with appropriate occupations.

Leadership I
1. Plan a program of personal development
2. Describe the background and tradition of the FFA
3. Describe the opportunities provided by the FFA
4. Identify requirements for becoming a member of the FFA
5. Demonstrate acceptable appearance and conduct of FFA members.
6. Demonstrate skills needed for participation in meetings.

Developing an SAE program
1. List the benefits of a good SAE program.
2. Identify SAE projects for each area within the community.
3. Set goals for the SAE program.
4. Select projects for the SAE program.

Using the Missouri Agricultural Record Book for Secondary Students
1. Complete forms needed to open the Missouri record book.
2. Complete a budget for the SAE program.
3. Complete inventory and financial statement forms for the Missouri Agricultural Record Book for Secondary Students.
4. Complete receipt and expenditure forms in the Missouri Agricultural Record Book for Secondary Students.
5. Complete additional forms in the Missouri Agricultural Record Book for Secondary Students.

Introduction to Animal – Reproduction
1. Describe conception and gestation.
2. Define the role of genetics in reproduction
3. Compare management practices for genetic improvement
4. Identify the role biotechnology plays in agriculture.

Introduction to Animal Nutrition
1. Describe the parts and functions of the ruminant digestive system.
2. Identify the importance of maintaining the nutritional needs of the animal.
3. Identify how nutritional needs of animals may be met.
4. Demonstrate the procedure for balancing a ration crude protein.

Introduction to Beef Production
1. Describe the importance of the beef industry in Missouri.
2. Identify the major beef breeds and their significance to the beef industry.
3. Evaluate issues of concern to the beef industry.

Introduction to Swine Production
1. Describe the importance of the swine industry in Missouri and the United States
2. Identify the major swine breeds and their significance in the industry.
3. Assess issues concerting the swine industry.

Poultry Industry
1. Describe the importance of the poultry industry in Missouri
2. Select and evaluate poultry
3. Describe poultry production and management systems.
4. Explain poultry reproductive processes
5. Identify poultry flock health issues.
6. Identify procedures involved in processing poultry products.

Introduction to Agribusiness
1. Identify why agribusiness is important in the free enterprise system.
2. Identify and describe the career opportunities available in agribusiness
3. Explain the role of agribusiness in the community
4. Describe the role of the employee in agribusiness.
5. Distinguish between the skills and traits contributing to agribusiness employee success and failure.
6. Identify the common business procedures in agribusiness.
7. Identify then need and considerations for setting career goals.

Introduction to Animal Products and other agricultural products
1. Describe the importance of animal products.
2. Describe the beef carcass fabrication and grading.
3. Describe pork carcass fabrication and grading.
4. Describe ovine carcass fabrication and grading.
5. Identify and grade poultry products
6. Identify and describe types of dairy products.
7. Identify different ways to preserve and process fruits and vegetables

Arc Welding
1. List the safety procedures which are required when arc welding
2. Identify the parts of the arc welder and set it up correctly to make an arc weld.
3. Describe the procedures involved in striking and maintaining an arc for the satisfactory deposition rate and bead appearance.
4. Strike and maintain an arc to make a satisfactory bead.
5. Prepare materials, weld & clean the weld.