2019 - 2020
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Aquaculture 
Program Type:	Career Preparatory
Career Cluster:	Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Secondary – Career Preparatory	
Program Number	8004100	
CIP Number	0101030303	
Grade Level	9-12	
Standard Length	4 credits	
Teacher Certification	Refer to the Program Structure Section.	
CTSO	FFA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	45-2093 - Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals
11-9013 – Aquaculture Managers	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose 

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to instruction in the planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues and health, safety and environmental issues in the aquaculture industry.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of two occupational completion points.  Planned and Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAE) must be provided through one or more of the following:  (1) directed laboratory experience, (2) student project, (3) placement for experience, or (4) cooperative education.

To teach the course(s) listed below, instructors must hold at least one of the teacher certifications indicated for that course.

The following table illustrates the secondary program structure:

OCP	Course Number	Course Title	Teacher Certification	Length	SOC Code	Level	Graduation Requirement	
A	8106810	Agriscience Foundations	AGRICULTUR 1 @2	1 credit	45-2093	3	EQ	
	8112010	Aquaculture 2		1 credit		3	EQ	
	8112020	Aquaculture 3		1 credit		3	EQ	
B	8112030	Aquaculture 4		1 credit	11-9013	3		
(Graduation Requirement Abbreviations- EQ= Equally Rigorous Science, PA= Practical Arts, EC= Economics)

Academic Alignment Table

Academic alignment is an ongoing, collaborative effort of professional educators specializing in the fields of science, mathematics, English/language arts, and Career and Technical Education (CTE). This initiative supports CTE programs by improving student performance through the integration of academic content within CTE courses. Career and Technical Education courses that have been aligned to the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Science and the Florida Standards for Mathematics and English/Language Arts will show the following data: the quantity of academic standards in the CTE course; the total number of standards contained in the academic course; and the percentage of alignment to the CTE course.

Courses	Anatomy/ Physiology
Honors	Astronomy     Solar/Galactic Honors	Biology 1	Chemistry 1	Earth-Space Science	Environmental Science	Genetics	Integrated Science	Marine Science 1 Honors	Physical Science	Physics 1	
Agriscience Foundations	29/87
33%	18/80
23%	55/83
66%	11/69
16%	36/67
54%	30/70
42%	20/69
29%	49/82
60%	25/66
38%	38/74
51%	12/72
16%	
Aquaculture 2	33/87
38%	27/80
34%	63/83
76%	25/69
36%	46/67
64%	34/70
49%	25/69
36%	10/82
12%	34/66
51%	55/74
74%	26/72
36%	
Aquaculture 3	41/87
47%	45/80
56%	38/83
46%	42/69
60%	23/67
34%	51/70
73%	41/69
59%	32/82
39%	44/66
67%	33/74
45%	44/72
61%	
Aquaculture 4	**	**	**	**	**	**	**	**	**	**	**	
**   Alignment pending review    						#   Alignment attempted, but no correlation to academic course

Courses	Algebra 1	Algebra 2	Geometry	English 1	English 2	English 3	English 4	
Agriscience Foundations 1	14/67
21%	4/75
5%	8/54
15%	11/46
24%	11/45
24%	11/45
24%	11/45
24%	
Aquaculture 2	**	**	**	**	**	**	**	
Aquaculture 3	**	**	**	**	**	**	**	
Aquaculture 4	**	**	**	**	**	**	**	
**   Alignment pending review    			#   Alignment attempted, but no correlation to academic course

Florida Standards for Technical Subjects 

Florida Standards (FS) for English Language Arts and Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects are the critical reading and writing literacy standards designed for grade 6 and above. These standards are predicated on teachers of history/social studies, science, and technical subjects using their content area expertise to help students meet the particular challenges of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language in their respective fields. The FS for Mathematical Practices are designed for grades K-12 and describe varieties of expertise that educators at all levels should seek to develop in their students. These practices rest on important “processes and proficiencies” with longstanding importance in mathematics education.

Instructors must incorporate the Florida Standards for Technical Subjects and Mathematical Practices throughout instruction of this CTE program.  To access these standards, please click on the following link: http://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/5652/urlt/FloridaStandardsTechSubjects.rtf. 

Florida Standards for English Language Development (ELD)
English language learners communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting. ELD.K12.SI.1.1 

English Language Development (ELD) Standards Special Notes:
Teachers are required to provide listening, speaking, reading and writing instruction that allows English language learners (ELL) to communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting.   For the given level of English language proficiency and with visual, graphic, or interactive support, students will interact with grade level words, expressions, sentences and discourse to process or produce language necessary for academic success. The ELD standard should specify a relevant content area concept or topic of study chosen by curriculum developers and teachers which maximizes an ELL’s need for communication and social skills. To access an ELL supporting document which delineates performance definitions and descriptors, please click on the following link: http://www.cpalms.org/uploads/docs/standards/eld/SI.pdf.
For additional information on the development and implementation of the ELD standards, please contact the Bureau of Student Achievement through Language Acquisition at sala@fldoe.org

Common Career Technical Core – Career Ready Practices

Career Ready Practices describe the career-ready skills that educators should seek to develop in their students.  These practices are not exclusive to a Career Pathway, program of study, discipline or level of education.  Career Ready Practices should be taught and reinforced in all career exploration and preparation programs with increasingly higher levels of complexity and expectation as a student advances through a program of study. 

1. Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee. 

2. Apply appropriate academic and technical skills. 

3. Attend to personal health and financial well-being. 

4. Communicate clearly, effectively and with reason. 

5. Consider the environmental, social and economic impacts of decisions. 

6. Demonstrate creativity and innovation. 

7. Employ valid and reliable research strategies. 

8. Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. 

9. Model integrity, ethical leadership and effective management. 

10. Plan education and career path aligned to personal goals. 

11. Use technology to enhance productivity. 

12. Work productively in teams while using cultural/global competence. 

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Describe the history of agriculture and its influence on the global economy.
02.0	Practice agriscience safety skills and procedures.  
03.0	Apply scientific and technological principles to agriscience issues.
04.0	Apply environmental principles to the agricultural industry.  
05.0	Investigate and utilize basic scientific skills and principles in plant science.  
06.0	Investigate and utilize basic scientific skills and principles in animal science.  
07.0	Demonstrate the use of agriscience tools, equipment, and instruments.
08.0	Demonstrate agribusiness, employability and human relation skills.  
09.0	Apply leadership and citizenship skills.  
10.0	Discuss components of food safety and handling practices in agriculture
11.0	Safely operate, maintain and repair machinery, equipment and facilities used in aquaculture  
12.0	Describe the nature and origin of and career opportunities in aquaculture
13.0	Demonstrate the management and environmentally sound use of water and land resources.
14.0	Apply biological principles to the reproduction, identification and growth of aquaculture species.
15.0	Assist in the propagation and culture of an aquaculture organism.
16.0	Describe procedures used in locating markets and marketing aquaculture products.
17.0	Apply business management skills in managing an aquaculture operation.
18.0	Identify applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations and assistance programs.
19.0	Discuss leadership, employability, communication, and human relations skills
20.0	Students evaluate the importance of the food and fiber system to understand the impact on global economy
21.0	Exhibit the management and environmentally sound use of water and land resources
22.0	Complete the propagation and culture of an aquaculture organism
23.0	Demonstrate procedures used in locating markets and marketing aquaculture products
24.0	Incorporate business management skills in managing an aquaculture operation
25.0	Demonstrate leadership, employability, communication, networking, and human relations skills
26.0	Produce an aquaculture species in one or more of the following: pond, cage, tank, raceway, net pen
27.0	Control disease, pest and water quality problems
28.0	Assist in harvesting and processing aquaculture species
29.0	Identify biological components of reptiles, amphibians, and fish
30.0	Discuss production practices of reptiles, amphibians, and fish.
31.0	Investigate scientific skills and principles in aquatic plant science.
32.0	Describe techniques for producing marine ornamentals, clams, oysters, and shrimp.
33.0	Manage aquatic animal health
34.0	Determine nutritional needs of aquaculture organisms
35.0	Manage aquaculture systems
36.0	Perform economic practices involved with aquaculture enterprises
37.0	Participate in classroom extension activities

2019 - 2020
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Agriscience Foundations 1
Course Number: 	8106810 
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course is designed to develop competencies in the areas of agricultural history and the global impact of agriculture; career opportunities; scientific and research concepts; biological and physical science principles; environmental principles; agriscience safety; principles of leadership; and agribusiness, employability, and human relations skills in agriscience.  Laboratory-based activities are an integral part of this course.  These include the safe use and application of appropriate technology, scientific testing and observation equipment.

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental quality, and safety procedures will be an integral part of this course. Students will interact with materials and primary sources of data or with secondary sources of data to observe and understand the natural world.  Students will develop an understanding of measurement error, and develop the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the data and resulting conclusions. Equipment and supplies will be provided to enhance these hands-on experiences for students.  A minimum of 20% of classroom time will be dedicated to laboratory experiences.

Abbreviations: 
FS-M/LA = Florida Standards for Math/Language Arts
NGSSS-Sci = Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Science

Note: This course is pending alignment in the following categories: FS-M/LA 

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	FS-M/LA	NGSSS-Sci	National Standards	
01.0	Describe the history of agriculture and its influence on the global economy--The student will be able to:		SC.912.E.5.7; SC.912.L.14.1; SC.912.L.15.13; SC.912.L.17.1, 5, 13, 18, 20; 
SC.912.N.4.2;		
01.01	Evaluate and explain emerging trends and the opportunities they may create within the AFNR systems.	LAFS.910.W.3.7
LAFS.1112.W.3.7		CS.01.01.02.c	
01.02	Assess the economic impact of an AFNR system on a local, state, national and global level.	LAFS.910.W.3.8
LAFS.1112.W.3.8		CS.02.02.03.b	
01.03	Identify significant career patterns/shifts in the history of the agricultural industry. 	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1		CS.01.01.01.a	
01.04	Examine the role of the agricultural industry in the interaction of population, food, energy, and the environment.  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1		CS.06.02.01.a	
02.0	Practice agriscience safety skills and procedures--The student will be able to:		SC.912.L.14.6; SC.912.L.15.4; SC.912.L.16.7, 10; SC.912.L.17.12, 14, 15, 16, 18; SC.912.N.1.1, 2, 3; SC.912.N.4.2; SC.912.P.8.7; 
		
02.01	Identify the common causes and prevention of accidents in agriscience operations.  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1		CS.03.03.03.a	
02.02	Extract and utilize pertinent information from a container label and/or Safety Data Sheet (SDS) following Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Worker Protection Standard, and Occupational Safety and Health Agency (OSHA) regulations.  	LAFS.910.RI.1.1
LAFS.1112.RI.1.1		CS.03.04.03.a	
02.03	Identify proper disposal of hazardous waste materials and biohazards.  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1		ESS.04.01.02.c	
02.04	Describe emergency procedures for: basic first aid, CPR, chemical spills, fire extinguisher use  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1		CS.03.03.03.b	
03.0	Apply scientific and technological principles to agriscience issues--The student will be able to:		SC.912.E.7.8; SC.912.L.14.2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8; SC.912.L.15.14, 15; SC.912.L.16.1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17; SC.912.N.1.1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7; 
SC.912.N.2.2, 5; SC.912.N.3.1; SC.912.N.4.1;		
03.01	Employ scientific measurement skills.  				
03.02	Demonstrate safe and effective use of common laboratory equipment.  			ESS.01.02.01.b	
03.03	Identify the parts and functions of plant and animal cells.  	LAFS.910.RI.1.1
LAFS.1112.RI.1.1
			
03.04	Describe the phases of cell reproduction.  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1
			
03.05	Implement the scientific method and science process skills through the design and completion of an agriscience research project. 	LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4
LAFS.910.W.3.8
LAFS.1112.W.3.8			
03.06	Interpret, analyze, and report data.  	LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4		BS.02.01.01.b	
03.07	Investigate DNA and genetics applications in agriscience including the theory of probability.   	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1		BS.01.01.01.a	
03.08	Evaluate advances in biotechnology that impact agriculture (e.g. transgenic crops, biological controls, etc.). 	LAFS.910.W.3.7
LAFS.1112.W.3.7		BS.03.01.03.b	
04.0	Apply environmental principles to the agricultural industry--The student will be able to:		SC.912.E.6.1, 4; SC.912.E.7.1, 4, 6, 7, 8; 
SC.912.L.17.4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20; SC.912.L.18.12		
04.01	Research how different climactic and geological activity influences agriculture.  	LAFS.910.W.3.8
LAFS.1112.W.3.8		NRS.01.03.02.b	
04.02	Describe various ecosystems as they relate to the agriculture industry.  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1
LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4			
04.03	Describe the environmental resources (soil, water, air) necessary for agriculture production. 	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1
LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4		AS.08.02.01.a	
04.04	Identify regulatory agencies that impact agricultural practices. 	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1
LAFS910.L.3.6
LAFS.1112.L.3.6		NRS.02.01.02.a	
04.05	Apply Best Management Practices that enhance the natural environment. 	LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4			
04.06	Identify conservation practices related to natural resources.  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1		CS.03.02.02.b	
05.0	Investigate and utilize basic scientific skills and principles in plant science--The student will be able to:		SC.912.E.5.4; SC.912.L.14.2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 53; SC.912.L15.9, 14, 15; 
SC.912.L.17.6, 12, 16, 17, 19; SC.912.L.18.7, 8, 9; SC.912.P.8.5, 7;		
05.01	Identify and describe the specializations within the plant science industry. 	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1
LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4			
05.02	Categorize plants based on specific characteristics according to industry and scientific standards.  	LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4		PS.02.01.01.a	
05.03	Examine the processes of plant growth including photosynthesis, respiration, transpiration, absorption, transfer, storage, reproduction, etc….  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1
LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4		PS.02.03.01.a
PS.02.03.02.a
PS.02.03.05.a	
05.04	Identify the nutrients required for plant growth from the periodic table and explain their functions.  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1
LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4		PS.01.02.01.a	
05.05	Analyze information from a fertilizer label. 	LAFS.910.RI.1.1
LAFS.1112.RI.1.1
		PS.01.03.04.b	
05.06	Propagate and grow plants through sexual and/or asexual reproduction. 			PS.03.01.03.a
PS.03.01.01.b	
05.07	Investigate the impacts of various pests and propose solutions for their control. 	LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4		PS.03.03.01.c	
05.08	Investigate the nature and properties of food, fiber, and by-products from plants. 	LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4			
05.09	Explore career opportunities in plant science. 	LAFS.910.W.3.7
LAFS.1112.W.3.7		CS.05.01.01.a	
06.0	Investigate and utilize basic scientific skills and principles in animal science--The student will be able to:		SC.912.L.14.11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 28, 29, 31, 32, 33, 34, 36, 40, 41, 42, 43, 45, 46, 47, 48, 51; SC.912.L.15.4, 5, 6, 7; 
SC.912.L.16.3, 4; SC.912.L.17.11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19;		
06.01	Explain the economic importance of animals and the products obtained from animals.   	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1
LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4			
06.02	Analyze commercially important livestock breeds in Florida.	LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4			
06.03	Illustrate correct terminologies for animal species and conditions (e.g. age, sex, etc.) within those species. 	LAFS.910.L.3.6
LAFS.1112.L.3.6			
06.04	Compare and contrast animal welfare issues. 	LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4
LAFS.910.SL.2.4
LAFS.1112.SL.2.4		AS.02.01.01.a	
06.05	Investigate the nature and properties of food, fiber, and by-products from animals. 			AS.06.03.03.a	
06.06	Explore career opportunities in animal science. 	LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4
LAFS.910.SL.2.4
LAFS.1112.SL.2.4		CS.05.01.01.a	
07.0	Demonstrate the use of agriscience tools, equipment, and instruments--The student will be able to		SC.912.L.14.4; SC.912.P.12.2, 3, 4, 9; 		
07.01	Select and demonstrate proper use of hand tools in agriculture.	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1		CS.03.04.02.a	
07.02	Operate service and maintain agriscience equipment, and instruments.			CS.03.04.03.b	
07.03	Manage facilities and supplies.				
08.0	Demonstrate agribusiness, employability and human relation skills--The student will be able to:				
08.01	Develop, implement, and maintain work based learning through Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAE). 	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1
LAFS.910.W.3.7
LAFS.1112.W.3.7
LAFS.910.W.3.8
LAFS.1112.W.3.8
LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4
LAFS.910.SL.2.4
LAFS.1112.SL.2.4			
08.02	Utilize a record keeping system to collect, interpret, and analyze data.  	LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4
LAFS.910.W.2.6
LAFS.1112.W.2.6			
08.03	Enhance oral communications through telephone, interview and presentation skills. 	LAFS.910.SL.2.6
LAFS.1112.SL.2.6		CRP.04.01.02.b	
08.04	Enhance written communication by developing resumes and business letters. 	LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4
LAFS.910.L.1.1
LAFS.1112.L.1.1
LAFS.910.L.1.2
LAFS.1112.L.1.2		CRP.04.02.02.b	
08.05	Demonstrate interpersonal (nonverbal) communication skills. 	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1			
08.06	Demonstrate good listening skills.  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1		CRP.04.03.01.a	
09.0	Apply leadership and citizenship skills--The student will be able to:				
09.01	Identify and describe leadership characteristics.  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1		CRP.09.01.01.a	
09.02	Identify opportunities to apply acquired leadership skills.  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1		CRP.09.01.02.a	
09.03	Identify and demonstrate ways to be an active citizen.  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1		CRP.01.03.02.c	
09.04	Participate in community based learning activities. 			CRP.01.03.01.a	
09.05	Demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively. 			CRP.09.03.01.a	
09.06	Conduct formal and informal meetings using correct parliamentary procedure skills.  	LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4
LAFS.910.W.2.6
LAFS.1112.W.2.6			
09.07	Identify the opportunities for leadership development available through the National FFA Organization and/or professional organizations.  	LAFS910.SL.1.1
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1
			
09.08	Develop both a leadership and a career development plan utilizing SMART goals that include 5, 10, and 20 year benchmarks.			CS.05.01.01.b
CRP.10.02.02.b	
10.0	Discuss components of food safety and handling practices in agriculture  - The student will be able to:				
10.01	Demonstrate proper safety precautions and use of personal protective equipment.  			FPP.01.01.01.b	
10.02	Evaluate the food safety responsibilities that occur along the food supply chain.			FPP.03.03.02.b	
10.03	Explain techniques and procedures for the safe handling of food products.			FPP.03.03.02.c	
10.04	Discuss the issues of safety and environmental concerns about foods and food processing (e.g., Genetically Modified Organisms, microorganisms, contamination, and irradiation).			FPP03.03.01.b	
10.05	Determine appropriate industry response to consumer concerns to assure a safe and wholesome food supply.			FPP04.01.01.0b	

2019 - 2020
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Aquaculture 2
Course Number: 	8112010
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course is designed to develop competencies in the areas of nature and origin, career opportunities, biological principles, safety, water quality, seed production, market outlets, rules and regulations, technological advances, problem solving and leadership employability communication and human relations skills.

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental quality, and safety procedures will be an integral part of this course. Students will interact with materials and primary sources of data or with secondary sources of data to observe and understand the natural world.  Students will develop an understanding of measurement error, and develop the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the data and resulting conclusions. Equipment and supplies will be provided to enhance these hands-on experiences for students.  A minimum of 20% of classroom time will be dedicated to laboratory experiences.

Abbreviations: 
FS-M/LA = Florida Standards for Math/Language Arts
NGSSS-Sci = Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Science

Note: This course is pending alignment in the following categories: FS-M/LA 

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	FS-M/LA	NGSSS-Sci	
11.0	Safely operate, maintain and repair machinery, equipment and facilities used in aquaculture  – the student will be able to:	MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3  MAFS.912.S-IC.2	SC.912.L.17.7
SC.912.P.8.2 SC.912.P.10.2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 14, 15 SC.912.P.12.2, 3, 5, 5, 9, 13	
11.01	Recognize and observe safety practices necessary in carrying out aquaculture activities. 			
11.02	Inspect, maintain and perform basic repairs on aquaculture machinery, equipment and facilities. 			
11.03	Safely operate aquaculture machinery and equipment. 			
11.04	Discuss the safety and maintenance of a re-circulating aquaculture system (RAS) including biological, chemical, and mechanical filtration, degassing, sterilization, and foam fractionation.			
12.0	Describe the nature and origin of and career opportunities in aquaculture – the students will be able to:	MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3  MAFS.912.S-IC.2	SC.912.E.6.4, 5, 6 SC.912.L.14.2, 3, 6, 33 SC.912.L.15.3, 6, 7, 9, 13
SC.912.L.16.9, 14, 15, 16
SC.912.L.17.7, 9 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
SC.912.N.1.2, 3, 4, 5, 6; SC.912.N.2.5;	
12.01	List the definition of aquaculture as defined by the Florida Division of Aquaculture.  			
12.02	Compare and contrast aquaculture and fisheries. 			
12.03	List and describe major global aquatic crops and animals.			
12.04	Explain the history of aquaculture. 			
12.05	List and describe aquaculture related occupations.			
12.06	Determine the educational requirements and experience needed to enter and advance in aquaculture occupations.  			
13.0	Demonstrate the management and environmentally sound use of water and land resources – the student will be able to:	MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3  MAFS.912.S-IC.2	SC.912.E.5.6 SC.912.E.6.2, 4, 5, SC.912.E.7.1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8  9
 SC.912.L.17. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 20 SC.912.L.18.6, 12 SC.912.P.8.2, 6, 10, 11, 12
SC.912.P.12.9, 12	
13.01	Identify and describe the physical and chemical characteristics of water for use in aquaculture. 			
13.02	Explain how changes in water affect aquatic life.			
13.03	Be able to measure the total ammonia nitrogen (TAN), unionized ammonia, nitrite, nitrate in a water system.			
13.04	Be able to measure the water temperature dissolved oxygen, pH, salinity, hardness, alkalinity, turbidity, chlorine/chloramine and carbon dioxide in a water system.			
13.05	Explain how the nitrogen cycle is related to maintaining healthy fish.			
13.06	Identify land masses, climates, and bodies of water on world and local maps.			
14.0	Apply biological principles to the reproduction, identification and growth of aquaculture species – the students will be able to:	MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3  MAFS.912.S-IC.2	SC.912.L.14.1, 3,  4, 6, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 36, 42, 43, 44, 46, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53
SC.912.L.15.4, 5, 6, 7 SC.912.L.15.7, 9 SC.912.L.17.13 SC.912.L.18.1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 SC.912.N.3.1, 2, 5 SC.912.N.4.1, 2 SC.912.P.8.7, 8, 11, 12, 13	
14.01	Define morphology, anatomy, and physiology. 			
14.02	Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of crustaceans. 			
14.03	Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of mollusks.			
14.04	Identify and describe the anatomy and physiology of fish. 			
14.05	Identify and describe the basic morphology of aquatic macroalgae and microalgae. 			
14.06	List and describe important characteristics in choosing a production species. 			
14.07	Identify and describe common aquaculture organism by family, genus and species.			
14.08	List and describe the chemical and physical factors, which influence the growth of aquatic fauna and flora. 			
14.09	Identify aquaculture species of commercial importance in Florida. 			
14.10	Describe necessary biosecurity measures for various aquaculture facilities. 			
15.0	Assist in the propagation and culture of an aquaculture organism – the student will be able to:	MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3  MAFS.912.S-IC.2	SC.912.L.15.12, 13, 15 SC.912.L.16.1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17
SC.912.L.17.4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 14, 15, 17 SC.912.N.1.7 SC.912.P.12.13	
15.01	Identify/describe facilities used in a grow-out operation. 			
15.02	List sources of aquaculture organisms and how they are produced. 			
15.03	Determine the purpose and functions of a hatchery. 			
15.04	Describe and contrast the reproductive anatomy of aquaculture organisms.			
15.05	Describe and contrast types of spawning exhibited by aquaculture organisms.			
15.06	Discuss proper broodstock conditioning and spawning techniques for aquaculture organisms.			
15.07	Discuss proper grow-out techniques for aquaculture organisms.			
16.0	Describe procedures used in locating markets and marketing aquaculture products – the student will be able to:		SC.912.E.5.10 SC.912.N.1.1, 5, 7 SC.912.N.2.2, 3, 4, 5 SC.912.P.8.1, 2, 7, 10, 11, 12	
16.01	Identify possible market outlets for aquaculture products. 			
16.02	Identify the steps in securing a specific market outlet for a given species.			
16.03	Describe the product characteristics of marketable animal and plant products for both food and ornamental markets. 			
17.0	Apply business management skills in managing an aquaculture operation – the student will be able to:	MAFS.912.S-IC.2		
17.01	Identify and list functions in the management process. 			
17.02	Demonstrate basic bookkeeping skills. 			
17.03	Complete Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) records.			
18.0	Identify applicable local, state and federal rules, regulations and assistance programs – the student will be able to:	MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3  MAFS.912.S-IC.2	SC.912.N.4.1, 2	
18.01	Identify and observe laws and regulations affecting the industry in the local area. 			
18.02	Describe process to obtain required permits, licenses, leases, etc. for production and marketing. 			
18.03	Identify and list agencies regulating the industry and their functions. 			
18.04	Identify and list government assistance programs available to the industry.			
19.0	Discuss leadership, employability, communication, and human relations skills – the student will be able to:		SC.912.N.1.7	
19.01	Conduct group meetings, using parliamentary procedure and public-speaking skills. 			
19.02	Identify acceptable work habits (ethics) and desired personal characteristics. 			
19.03	Demonstrate acceptable employee-hygiene habits. 			
19.04	Secure information about a job.			
19.05	Complete a job application.			
20.0	Students evaluate the importance of the food and fiber system to understand the impact on global economy – the student will be able to:			
20.01	Assess the impact of US aquaculture products to the total global aquaculture industry.  			
20.02	Recognize the value of aquaculture food products and agribusiness industry.  			

2019 - 2020
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Aquaculture 3 
Course Number: 	8112020
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course is designed to develop competencies in the area of management and use of water, the propagation and rearing of seed, producing aquaculture species, control of diseases, pests and water quality problems, harvesting and processing, marketing and transportation, management skills and leadership, employability, communication and human relation skills.

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental quality, and safety procedures will be an integral part of this course. Students will interact with materials and primary sources of data or with secondary sources of data to observe and understand the natural world.  Students will develop an understanding of measurement error, and develop the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the data and resulting conclusions. Equipment and supplies will be provided to enhance these hands-on experiences for students.  A minimum of 20% of classroom time will be dedicated to laboratory experiences.

Abbreviations: 
FS-M/LA = Florida Standards for Math/Language Arts
NGSSS-Sci = Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Science

Note: This course is pending alignment in the following categories: FS-M/LA 

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	FS-M/LA	NGSSS-Sci	
21.0	Exhibit the management and environmentally sound use of water and land resources – the student will be able to:		SC.912.L.17.5, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20 SC.912.L.18.12 SC.912.N.4.1, 2, 6 SC.912.P.8.1, 10, 11, 12, 13
SC.912.P.10.2, 3, 9; SC.912.P.12.2, 5, 6, 9, 12	
21.01	Calculate volume in circular, rectangular and irregular shaped water structures. 			
21.02	Identify and explain point and non-point pollution management associated with aquaculture. 			
21.03	Determine soil types, land slope and other factors to consider in choosing a location for an aquaculture operation.			
21.04	Discuss Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) Best Management Practices (BMP) for managing water usage and aquaculture affluent.			
21.05	Discuss different stages of construction of ponds and/or other aquaculture production facilities. 			
21.06	Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of hydroponics and aquaponics.			
22.0	Complete the propagation and culture of an aquaculture organism. – the student will be able to:  		SC.912.E.5.8 SC.912.E.6.4, 5, 6 SC.912.E.7.1, 6, 8 SC.912.L.14.4, 6, 31, 33, 41, 43, 44, 46, 52 SC.912.L.15.6, 7, 9 SC.912.L.16.1, 2, 3, 7, 9, 12, 14 SC.912.L.17.1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20
SC.912.L.18.1, 2, 3, 4 SC.912.N.1.1 SC.912.N.2.4, 5	
22.01	 Identify and describe the methods of reproducing aquaculture organisms.			
22.02	Identify and describe the hatchery facilities used in aquaculture. 			
22.03	Select a method of producing seed for a selected species.  			
22.04	List and explain the process for hatching eggs in four aquaculture organisms. 			
22.05	Determine the types and sizes of feeds to grow different life stages of aquaculture organisms. 			
22.06	Discuss the proper methods for harvesting, grading and transporting seed, fry and juvenile aquaculture organisms.			
23.0	Demonstrate procedures used in locating markets and marketing aquaculture products – the student will be able to:		SC.912.N.1.1, 3, 4, 5, 6 SC.912.N.2.2, 4, 5 SC.912.N.3.5 SC.912.N.4.1, 2	
23.01	Develop a marketing plan for an aquaculture product. 			
23.02	Determine laws and regulations involved in transporting and marketing aquaculture organisms. 			
23.03	Market aquaculture products. 			
24.0	Incorporate business management skills in managing an aquaculture operation – the student will be able to:	MAFS.912.S-IC.2	SC.912.N.2.5
SC.912.N.3.5 SC.912.N.4.1, 2 SC.912.P.8.2, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13 
SC.912.P.10.2, 13, 14, 15	
24.01	Determine cost of production/harvesting and profitability of different systems. 			
24.02	Determine procedures and costs for acquiring the land/water, machinery, equipment structures, etc., needed for an operation specified by the instructor.			
24.03	Discuss the relevance of (a) land purchase, (b) water leases, (c) permits, (d) licenses, (e) financial loans, (f) insurance, in an aquaculture business.  			
24.04	Discuss the relevance of:  (a) property ownership, (b) equipment acquired, (c) equipment repair and maintenance, (d) income and expense, (e) employee time and days, (f) income tax and social security, (g) insurance, in aquaculture business.			
24.05	Manage a production/harvesting system. 			
24.06	Complete Supervised Agriculture Experienced (SAE) records. 			
25.0	Demonstrate leadership, employability, communication, networking, and human relations skills – the student will be able to:		SC.912.N.1.1, 3, 5, 7
SC.912.N.2.2, 5 SC.912.N.4.1, 2	
25.01	Demonstrate competence in job-interview techniques. 			
25.02	Demonstrate appropriate response to criticism from employer, supervisor, or other persons in the workplace. 			
25.03	Demonstrate knowledge of how to appropriately make a career change, including resigning from a job.			
25.04	Write a resume complete with cover letter.			
26.0	Produce an aquaculture species in one or more of the following: pond, cage, tank, raceway, net pen – the student will be able to:		SC.912.E.5.8 SC.912.E.6.4, 5 SC.912.E.7.1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 
SC.912.L.14.4, 6, 7, 16, 19, 46, 53 SC.912.L.17.2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 SC.912.L.18.1, 2, 3, 4 SC.912.N.1.3, 4, 5, 6, 7 SC.912.N.2.4, 5 SC.912.N.3.5 SC.912.N.4.1, 2 SC.912.P.8.1, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 SC.912.P.10.2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 18 SC.912.P.12.2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9	
26.01	Identify the types of growing systems and important factors in their selection, design and use. 			
26.02	Determine economic factors to consider in choosing a system for commercial production. 			
26.03	Identify and describe facility construction and site requirements. 			
26.04	Select species for a specific culture facility. 			
26.05	Determine feeding methods and calculate feeding rates for an aquaculture organism. 			
26.06	Assist in managing water quality in one or more production systems. 			
26.07	Maintain and perform repairs on aquaculture machinery, equipment, and facilities.			
27.0	Control disease, pest and water quality problems – the student will be able to:		SC.912.E.5.8 SC.912.E.6.5, 6 SC.912.L.14.2, 3, 4, 6, 11, 12, 16, 19, 29, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 52, 53 
SC.912.L.15.15 SC.912.L.16. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 
SC.912.L.17.1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 SC.912.L.18.5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12 
SC.912.N.2.4, 5 SC.912.N.3.5 SC.912.P.8.9	
27.01	Identify major diseases of several locally important commercial species and list different methods of prevention and treatment. 			
27.02	Identify major pests of several locally important commercial species and list recommended control methods. 			
27.03	Describe methods of prevention, treatment and control of the major diseases and pests previously identified. 			
27.04	Identify water quality problems. 			
27.05	Determine water quality parameters and describe corrective action where needed. 			
27.06	Identify resources for assistance in disease prevention, identification, and treatment.			
28.0	Assist in harvesting and processing aquaculture species – the student will be able to:		SC.912.E.5.8
SC.912.E.6.5, 6 SC.912.L.14.2, 3, 4, 6, 11, 12, 16, 19, 29, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 52, 53 
SC.912.L.15.15 SC.912.L.16. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 
SC.912.L.17.1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 SC.912.L.18.5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12 
SC.912.N.2.4, 5 SC.912.N.3.5 SC.912.P.8.9	
28.01	Recognize and observe safety and sanitary practices including biosecurity in harvesting and processing aquaculture organisms. 			
28.02	Determine harvesting practices recommended for aquaculture organisms. 			
28.03	Determine equipment, labor, financial and legal requirements for harvesting aquaculture organisms. 			
28.04	Harvest aquaculture organisms using recommended practices. 			
28.05	Determine processing and packaging practices recommended for aquaculture organisms.			
28.06	Determine equipment, labor, financial and legal requirements for processing and packaging aquaculture organisms. 			
28.07	Process and/or package aquaculture organisms using recommended practices. 			
28.08	Compare and contrast methods for shipping aquaculture organisms.			

2019 - 2020
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Aquaculture 4 
Course Number: 	8112030
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:
This course is designed to develop competencies in the area of management and use of water, the propagation and rearing of seed, producing aquaculture species, control of diseases, pests and water quality problems, harvesting and processing, marketing and transportation, management skills and leadership, employability, communication and human relation skills.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	FS-M/LA	NGSSS-Sci	
29.0	Identify biological components of reptiles, amphibians, and fish. – The student will be able to:			
29.01	Describe anatomy and physiology of alligators and turtles.			
29.02	Describe anatomy and physiology of frogs.			
29.03	Describe anatomy and physiology of marine and freshwater baitfish.			
29.04	Describe anatomy and physiology of sturgeon.			
30.0	Discuss production practices of reptiles, amphibians, and fish. – The student will be able to:			
30.01	 Determine production needs of alligators and turtles.			
30.02	Determine production needs of frogs.			
30.03	Determine production needs of marine and freshwater baitfish.			
30.04	Determine production needs of sturgeon.			
31.0	Investigate scientific skills and principles in aquatic plant science.  – the student will be able to: 			
31.01	Explain nutrient uptake and photosynthesis in aquatic plants.			
31.02	Describe reproductive methods used by aquatic plants.			
31.03	Identify commercially important aquatic plants.			
32.0	Describe techniques for producing marine ornamentals, clams, oysters, and shrimp.- the student will be able to:			
32.01	Discuss practices necessary to produce marine ornamentals.			
32.02	Discuss practices necessary to produce clams.			
32.03	Discuss practices necessary to produce oysters.			
32.04	Discuss practices necessary to produce shrimp. 			
33.0	Manage aquatic animal health. – the student will be able to:			
33.01	Outline general management measures for preventing disease outbreaks.			
33.02	Calculate treatment for aquatic systems.			
33.03	Discuss disease resistances.			
33.04	Discuss the role of stress in fish diseases.			
33.05	Create a biosecurity plan for an aquaculture production facility.			
33.06	Develop proper animal husbandry protocols for aquaculture production.			
34.0	Determine nutritional needs of aquaculture organisms – the student will be able to:			
34.01	Describe dietary requirements needed for aquatic organisms.  			
34.02	Explain how anatomy and behavior affect feeding.  			
34.03	Select the appropriate feed for different life stages of aquatic organisms.			
34.04	Design a feeding protocol from day one post hatch to mature adult.  			
35.0	Manage aquaculture systems – student will be able to:			
35.01	Perform routine maintenance on the system.			
35.02	Record day to day observations on the system.			
35.03	Design standard operating procedures for an aquaculture system.			
35.04	Perform water quality checks on aquaculture systems.		
	
35.05	Design a recirculating system. 			
36.0	Perform economic practices involved with aquaculture enterprises. – The student will be able to			
36.01	Create a cost analysis for producing an individual species.			
36.02	Determine the cost of installation and operation of an aquaculture system.			
36.03	Calculate a profit and loss analysis of an aquaculture system.			
37.0	Participate in classroom extension activities.  – the student will be able to:			
37.01	Conduct a field experiment or research study on aquaculture topics.			
37.02	Complete a Proficiency Applications in an aquaculture area.			

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Extended Student Supervision

Because of the production and marketing cycle of the agriculture industry, this program requires individual instruction and supervision of students for the entire period beyond the 180-day school year.

Special Notes

MyCareerShines is an interactive resource to assist students in identifying their ideal career and to enhance preparation for employment. Teachers are encouraged to integrate this resource into the program curriculum to meet the employability goals for each student.  Access MyCareerShines by visiting: www.mycareershines.org.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

FFA is the intercurricular career and technical student organization providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Cooperative Training – OJT

On-the-job training is appropriate but not required for this program.  Whenever offered, the rules, guidelines, and requirements specified in the OJT framework apply. 

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access.  Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors.  Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education.  Accommodations change the way the student is instructed.  Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems.  Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

In addition to accommodations, some secondary students with disabilities (students with an IEP served in Exceptional Student Education (ESE)) will need modifications to meet their needs.  Modifications change the outcomes or what the student is expected to learn, e.g., modifying the curriculum of a secondary career and technical education course.  Note: postsecondary curriculum and regulated secondary programs cannot be modified.

Some secondary students with disabilities (ESE) may need additional time (i.e., longer than the regular school year), to master the student performance standards associated with a regular Occupational Completion Point (OCP) or a Modified Occupational Completion Point (MOCP).  If needed, a student may enroll in the same career and technical course more than once.  Documentation should be included in the IEP that clearly indicates that it is anticipated that the student may need an additional year to complete an OCP/MOCP.  The student should work on different competencies and new applications of competencies each year toward completion of the OCP/MOCP.  After achieving the competencies identified for the year, the student earns credit for the course.  It is important to ensure that credits earned by students are reported accurately.  The district’s information system must be designed to accept multiple credits for the same course number for eligible students with disabilities.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml