Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Animal Science and Services
Program Type:	Career Preparatory
Career Cluster:	Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Secondary – Career Preparatory	
Program Number	8106200	
CIP Number	0101030210	
Grade Level	9-12	
Standard Length	6 credits	
Teacher Certification	Refer to the Program Structure section.	
CTSO	FFA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	45-2093 -- Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals
45-1011 -- First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers	
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 (AFNR) 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 planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues, health, safety and environmental issues, and the use and care of animal health-care instruments, animal grooming equipment, animal restraining equipment, and laboratory equipment.

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 six courses. Planned and Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAE) must be provided through one or more of the following:  (1) foundational career exploration, (2) directed laboratory experience, (3) project ownership/entrepreneurship, (4) cooperative education/internship, (5) School Based Enterprise, or (6) Service Learning. 
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:

Course Number	Course Title	Teacher Certification	Length	SOC Code	Level	Graduation Requirement	
8106810	Agriscience Foundations 1	AGRICUTUR 1 @2
AGRICULTURE 7 G	1 credit		3	EQ	
8106210	Animal Science and Services 2		1 credit	45-2093	2		
8106220	Animal Science and Services 3		1 credit	45-2093	2		
8106230	Animal Science and Services 4		1 credit	45-1011	2		
8106240	Animal Science and Services 5		1 credit	45-1011	2		
8106250	Animal Science and Services 6		1 credit	45-1011	2		
(Graduation Requirement Abbreviations- EQ= Equally Rigorous Science, PA= Practical Arts, EC= Economics)

National Standards (NS): Council for Agricultural Education

Some or all of the courses in this program have been aligned with National Standards AFNR Standards from the Council for Agricultural Education.  If so, the standards have been identified and cross walked with the corresponding CTE standard and/or benchmark. National Standards can be found by accessing the following link: https://ffa.app.box.com/v/Library/folder/52815452676. 

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:

Agriscience Foundations 1 
01.0	Examine the history of AFNR production at the local, national, and global level. 
02.0	Employ scientific reasoning to make informed decisions in AFNR systems.
03.0	Apply scientific skills and principles in natural resources.
04.0	Apply scientific skills and principles in plant science.
05.0	Apply scientific skills and principles in animal science.
06.0	Apply scientific skills and principles in food science.
07.0	Apply scientific skills and principles in power, structure, and technical systems.
08.0	Explore AFNR professional development organizations.

Animal Science and Services 2
09.0	Describe animal science and the role of animals in society.
10.0	Classify animals according to hierarchical taxonomy and agricultural use.
11.0	Evaluate and implement the steps and requirements to pursue a career opportunity in the animal industry. 
12.0	Describe animal and human first aid and laboratory safety.
13.0	Recognize normal and abnormal animal behaviors.
14.0	Apply principles of comparative anatomy and physiology to uses within various animal systems.
15.0	Demonstrate safe animal handling and management techniques.
16.0	Analyze the community’s responsibility in options for caring for unwanted /neglected livestock.
17.0	Evaluate the importance of the animal science industry to understand the impact on global economy.

Animal Science and Services 3
18.0	Analyze feed rations, additives, and supplements and assess how they meet the nutritional needs of animals.
19.0	Evaluate animals for breeding readiness and soundness.
20.0	Explain the reproductive system and breeding of selected animals.
21.0	Design programs to prevent animal diseases, parasites and other disorders and ensure animal welfare. 
22.0	Apply basic principles of veterinary science to animal production. 
23.0	Analyze biosecurity measures utilized to protect the welfare of animals on a local, state, national, and global level.
24.0	Demonstrate knowledge of preventive medicine and disease control.
25.0	Select animals for specific purposes and maximum performance based on anatomy and physiology.
26.0	Prepare, groom, exhibit, and market animals.
27.0	Maintain and analyze records.
28.0	Explain the components of the American business system. (sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, cooperative).

Animal Science and Services 4
29.0	Apply animal health practices.
30.0	Maintain equipment and facilities.
31.0	Operate, maintain, and repair machinery and equipment.
32.0	Investigate emerging technologies in Animal Science.
33.0	Apply scientific principles in the selection and breeding of animals.
34.0	Maintain and analyze records.
35.0	Manage pasture and forage crops.
36.0	Understand the relationship of animal production and the environment.
37.0	Evaluate the effects of environmental conditions on animals.
38.0	Identify and interpret environmental issues and regulations pertaining to animal industry.

Animal Science and Services 5
39.0	Discuss animal marketing techniques.
40.0	Apply advanced animal health practices.
41.0	Maintain and analyze records.
42.0	Perform emergency first aid on animals.
43.0	Implement procedures to ensure that animal products are safe.
44.0	Identify, select, and breed food-producing animals.
45.0	Analyze county, state and federal agencies that support the animal industry.

Animal Science and Services 6
46.0	Plan routine management of food-producing animals and facilities.
47.0	Maintain and analyze records.
48.0	Design animal housing, equipment, and handling facilities for animal production.
49.0	Comply with government regulations and safety standards for facilities used in animal production.
50.0	Identify and interpret rules, policy, and regulations affecting the livestock industry.
51.0	Evaluate the effects of environmental conditions on animals.
52.0	Identify and interpret environmental issues and regulations pertaining to animal industry.

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.

Agriscience Foundations 1 (8106810) is part of several programs across the Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources career cluster.  To ensure consistency, the standards and benchmarks for this course (01.0 – 8.0) have been placed in a separate document.   To access this document, visit: https://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/20569/urlt/Agsci-Fnds1-Core-2324.rtf 

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Animal Science and Services 2
Course Number: 	8106210
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course is designed to develop competencies in the areas of safety; animal behavior; animal welfare; animal control; and employability skills.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	NS: Council for Agricultural Education	
09.0	Describe animal science and the role of animals in society. The student will be able to:		
09.01	Describe animal science and the role of animals in society.		
09.02	Analyze perceptions of public opinion of animal related issues. 		
09.03	Identify the origin, significance, distribution, and domestication of animal species.	AS.01.01.01.a	
09.04	Describe animal adaptations developed in response to environment and domestication.	AS.01.01.01.b	
09.05	Predict adaptations of animals to production practices and environments.	AS.01.01.01.c	
09.06	Describe the predominant sectors of the animal science industry.	AS.01.01.02.a	
09.07	Outline the development of the animal industry and the resulting products, services, and careers.	AS.01.01.02.b	
09.08	Predict trends and implications of future development of the animal systems industry.	AS.01.01.02.c	
10.0	Classify animals according to hierarchical taxonomy and agricultural use. The student will be able to:	AS.06.01	
10.01	Analyze the visual characteristics of an animal or animal product; select taxonomical classification terminology when referring to companion and production animals.	AS.06.01.03.b	
10.02	Appraise and evaluate the economic value of animals for various applications in the agriculture industry.	AS.06.01.02.b	
11.0	Evaluate and implement the steps and requirements to pursue a career opportunity in the animal industry. The student will be able to:	CS.05.01	
11.01	Locate and obtain information on animal-industry careers and career opportunities. 		
11.02	Examine the educational training and experiential requirements to pursue a career in the animal industry.	CS.05.01.02.a	
11.03	Examine professional organizations and commodity groups in the animal industry and supporting organizations. 		
11.04	Demonstrate those qualities, attributes, and skills necessary to succeed in, or further prepare for, a chosen career while effectively contributing to society.		
11.05	Prepare and maintain Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) records.		
12.0	Describe animal and human first aid and laboratory safety. The student will be able to:		
12.01	Practice safe procedures when working with animal-related equipment and in laboratory settings.		
12.02	Understand animal behaviors as they relate to practicing safety precautions around animal restraint.  		
12.03	Discuss the impact of unsafe procedures. 		
12.04	Define zoonosis and identify selected zoonotic diseases. 		
12.05	Discuss OHSA as it relates to the animal industry. 		
12.06	Explain how to use a first aid kit and its key components. 		
12.07	Recognize allergic reactions and proper responses. 		
12.08	Describe proper use of eye wash solution. 		
12.09	Explain how to control minor hemorrhage and/or trauma. 		
12.10	Explain emergency procedures. 		
13.0	Recognize normal and abnormal animal behaviors. The student will be able to:		
13.01	Distinguish between instinctive and learned behaviors. 		
13.02	Recognize normal and abnormal behavioral characteristics of animals through observations. 		
13.03	Identify behavioral problems. 		
14.0	Apply principles of comparative anatomy and physiology to uses within various animal systems. The student will be able to:	AS.06.02	
14.01	Identify parts, major organ, and functions, of the following systems of animals using correct terminology:
•	Identify the general function of the skeletal system and the major bones of the axial and appendicular skeleton.
•	Identify the general function of the nervous system and the major organs.
•	Identify the general function of the muscular system and major groups of muscles.
•	Identify the general function of the digestive system; differentiate between ruminants and non-   ruminants (monogastric and hind gut fermentors); and the major organs.
•	Identify the general function of the respiratory system and the major organs.
•	Identify the general function of the urinary system and the major organs.
•	Identify the general function of the reproductive system and both male and female organs.	AS.06.02.03.a	
14.02	Compare and contrast animal cells, tissues, organs, body systems types and functions among animal species.	AS.06.02.03.b	
14.03	Apply knowledge of anatomical and physiological characteristics of animals to make production and management decisions.	AS.06.02.03.c	
14.04	Correlate the functions of animal cell structures to animal growth, development, health, and reproduction.	AS.06.02.01.c	
15.0	Demonstrate safe animal handling and management techniques. The student will be able to:	AS.02.01	
15.01	Devise, implement and evaluate safety procedures and plans for working with animals by species using information based on animal behavior and responses.	AS.02.01.02.c	
15.02	Outline safety procedures for working with animals by species.		
15.03	Interpret animal behaviors and execute protocols for safe handling of animals.		
15.04	Analyze and document animal husbandry practices and their impact on animal welfare.	AS.02.01.03.b	
15.05	Design programs that assure the proper care and use of animals and prevent abuse or mistreatment.	AS.02.01.01.b	
15.06	Implement quality-assurance programs and procedures for animal production.	AS.02.01.01.c	
16.0	Analyze the community’s responsibility in options for caring for unwanted/neglected livestock. The student will be able to:		
16.01	Differentiate between animal control agencies and humane societies. 		
16.02	Explain the laws governing animal care and use. 		
17.0	Evaluate the importance of the animal science industry to understand the impact on global economy. The student will be able to:		
17.01	Assess the impact of the animal science industry upon the US gross national product and the total global economy.		
17.02	Investigate local, state, and national regulatory laws, industry regulations, and legislation for animal agriculture businesses.		
17.03	Identify and describe the primary government agencies involved with animal agriculture.		
17.04	Research new and emerging technologies in animal agriculture and their impact on the economy.		
17.05	Recognize the value of the food and agribusiness industry.  		

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Animal Science and Services 3
Course Number: 	8106220
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course is designed to develop competencies in the areas of animal digestive systems; animal breeding; preventive medicine and disease control; control of parasites; animal marketing; and analyzing records.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	NS: Council for Agricultural Education	
18.0	Analyze feed rations, additives, and supplements and assess how they meet the nutritional needs of animals. The student will be able to:	AS.03.02	
18.01	Compare and contrast common types of feedstuffs and the roles they play in the diets of animals.	AS.03.02.01.a	
18.02	Discuss the relative nutritional value of feedstuffs by evaluating their general quality and condition.	AS.03.02.01.b	
18.03	Select appropriate feedstuffs for animals based on factors such as economics, digestive system and nutritional needs.	AS.03.02.01.c	
18.04	Examine the importance of a balanced ration for animals based on the animal’s growth stage (e.g., maintenance, newborn, gestation, lactation, etc.).	AS.03.02.02.a	
18.05	Appraise the adequacy of feed rations using data from the analysis of feedstuffs, animal requirements and performance.	AS.03.02.02.b	
18.06	Formulate animal feeds based on nutritional requirements, using feed ingredients for maximum nutrition and optimal economic production.	AS.03.02.02.c	
18.07	Examine the purpose, impact and mode of action of feed additives and growth promotions in animal production.	AS.03.02.03.a	
18.08	Compare and contrast methods that utilize feed additives and growth promotants with production practices that do not, (e.g., organic versus conventional production methods).	AS.03.02.03.b	
18.09	Make and defend decisions regarding whether to use feed additives and growth promotants after researching and considering scientific evidence, production system needs and goals, and input from industry professionals.	AS.03.02.03.c	
18.10	Analyze different feed labels and apply feed label regulations.		
19.0	Evaluate animals for breeding readiness and soundness. The student will be able to:	AS.04.01	
19.01	Explain how age, size, life cycle, maturity level and health status affect the reproductive efficiency of male and female animals.	AS.04.01.02.a	
19.02	Assess and describe factors that lead to reproductive maturity.	AS.04.01.02.b	
19.03	Evaluate and select animals for reproductive readiness.	AS.04.01.02.c	
19.04	Summarize the importance of efficient and economic reproduction in animals.	AS.04.02.03.a	
19.05	Identify reproductive problems that occur in animals.	AS.04.02.03.b	
19.06	Determine when to treat or cull animals with reproductive problems.	AS.04.02.03.c	
20.0	Explain the reproductive system and breeding of selected animals. The student will be able to:		
20.01	Identify phenotypically superior breeding animals.  	AS.04.02.01.c	
20.02	Describe breeding techniques.		
20.03	Analyze the care needs for breeding stock in each stage of growth.	AS.04.02.04.b	
20.04	Describe the proper care for newborn offspring. 		
21.0	Design programs to prevent animal diseases, parasites and other disorders and ensure animal welfare. The student will be able to:	AS.07.01	
21.01	Explain methods of determining animal health and disorders.	AS.07.01.02.a	
21.02	Perform simple health-check evaluations on animals and practice basic emergency response procedures related to animals.	AS.07.01.02.b	
21.03	Identify and describe common illnesses and disorders of animals based on symptoms and problems caused by wounds, diseases, parasites, and physiological disorders.	AS.07.01.03.b	
21.04	Identify and summarize characteristics of causal agents and vectors of diseases and disorders in animals.	AS.07.01.04.a	
21.05	Research and analyze data to evaluate preventive measures for controlling and limiting the spread of diseases, parasites, and disorders among animals.	AS.07.01.04.b	
21.06	Design and implement a health maintenance and disease and disorder prevention plan for animals in their natural and/or confined environments.	AS.07.01.04.c	
21.07	Explain the clinical significance of common considerations in veterinary treatments, such as aseptic techniques.	AS.07.01.05.a	
22.0	Apply basic principles of veterinary science to animal production.		
22.01	Assess the safety and effectiveness of facilities and equipment used for surgical and nonsurgical veterinary treatments and procedures.	AS.07.01.05.b	
22.02	Identify and describe surgical and nonsurgical treatments and procedures in animal health care objectives.	AS.07.01.05.c	
23.0	Analyze biosecurity measures utilized to protect the welfare of animals on a local, state, national, and global level. The student will be able to:	AS.07.02	
23.01	Summarize the importance of biosecurity to the animal industry at multiple levels (e.g., local, state, national, global).	AS.07.02.01.a	
23.02	Analyze procedures at the local, state, and national levels to ensure biosecurity of the animal industry.	AS.07.02.01.b	
23.03	Identify and describe zoonotic diseases including their historical significance and potential future implications.	AS.07.02.02.a	
23.04	Analyze the health risk of different zoonotic diseases to humans and identify prevention methods.	AS.07.02.02.b	
23.05	Research and evaluate the effectiveness of zoonotic disease prevention methods and procedures to identify those that are best suited to ensure public safety and animal welfare.	AS.07.02.02.c	
24.0	Demonstrate knowledge of preventive medicine and disease control. The student will be able to:		
24.01	Describe procedures for prescribed oral medications. 		
24.02	Describe the process for administering medications by injection. 		
24.03	Describe the procedure for safe disposal of biologicals.		
24.04	Discuss the term immunology and active and passive immunity. 		
24.05	Describe the process for fecal sample collection, slide preparation, and examination.		
25.0	Select animals for specific purposes and maximum performance based on anatomy and physiology. The student will be able to:		
25.01	Identify and summarize ways an animal’s health can be affected by anatomical and physiological disorders.	AS.06.03.01.a	
25.02	Compare and contrast desirable anatomical and physiological characteristics of animals within and between species.	AS.06.03.01.b	
25.03	Evaluate and select animals to maximize performance based on anatomical and physiological characteristics that affect health, growth, and reproduction.	AS.06.03.01.c	
25.04	Compare and contrast procedures to develop an animal to reach its highest performance potential with respect to its anatomical and physiological characteristics.	AS.06.03.02.b	
25.05	Choose, implement and evaluate sustainable and efficient procedures (e.g., selection, housing, nutrition and management) to produce consistently high-quality animals that are well suited for their intended purposes.	AS.06.03.02.c	
25.06	Evaluate and select products from animals based on industry standards.	AS.03.03.03.b	
26.0	Prepare, groom, exhibit, and market animals. The student will be able to:		
26.01	Groom selected animals for exhibition.		
26.02	Train animals for show and/or exhibition.		
26.03	Demonstrate proper techniques for exhibiting and animals.		
26.04	Measure animal growth using a scale. 		
26.05	Identify various marketing outlets.		
26.06	Describe methods of restraining, loading, handling, and transporting animals safely.		
26.07	Determine market grades of animals and animal products.		
26.08	Identify components of shipping and health certificates.		
27.0	Maintain and analyze records. The student will be able to:		
27.01	Maintain and analyze animal records. 		
27.02	Discuss the legal requirements of maintaining animal health records and maintain and analyze animal health records.		
27.03	Maintain and analyze basic business records (inventory, depreciation, receipts, and expenses) using computer applications. 		
27.04	Prepare and maintain Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) records. 		
28.0	Explain the components of the American business system. (sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, cooperative). The student will be able to:		
28.01	Describe the five basic ways American business is organized.		
28.02	Distinguish and identify between the characteristics of each method of doing business.		
28.03	Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages provided by each business method.		
28.04	Evaluate how cooperative principles and practices differentiate cooperatives from other businesses.		
28.05	Distinguish and identify between the three types of cooperative structures and their functions. (marketing, service, purchasing)		

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Animal Science and Services 4
Course Number: 	8106230
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course is designed to develop competencies in the areas of nutrition; grooming, exhibiting, and marketing animals; operation, maintenance and repair of equipment.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	NS: Council for Agricultural Education	
29.0	Apply animal health practices. The student will be able to:		
29.01	Administer prescribed oral medications. 		
29.02	Locate injection points of selected animals.		
29.03	Sterilize instruments and supplies.		
29.04	Interpret and follow directions on medications and animal health aids, including withdrawal periods.		
29.05	Dip, spray, or dust animals for external parasites (under supervision).		
29.06	Dispose of empty chemical and medical containers as prescribed.		
29.07	Store medications and chemicals safely and securely.		
29.08	Dispose of biomedical waste and by products (needles, scalpel blades, medicines, etc.).		
30.0	Maintain equipment and facilities. The student will be able to:		
30.01	Clean and disinfect pens, cages, feeders, waterers, trailers, and other equipment according to Best Management Practices.		
30.02	Dispose of animal residue and waste according to Best Management Practices. 		
30.03	Prepare and maintain equipment and instruments.		
30.04	Repair and maintain pens, cages and other facilities and structures.		
30.05	Create a clean, sanitary, and healthy environment for animals.		
31.0	Operate, maintain, and repair machinery and equipment. The student will be able to:		
31.01	Use equipment-operator and repair manuals.		
31.02	Operate, service, and maintain equipment.		
31.03	Maintain records of equipment maintenance and repair.		
31.04	Prepare equipment for storage.		
31.05	Demonstrate safety practices in operating machinery and equipment.		
32.0	Investigate emerging technologies in Animal Science. The student will be able to:		
32.01	Identify new technologies in animal science.		
32.02	Research emerging technologies and determine their impact on animal industry and society. 		
33.0	Apply scientific principles in the selection and breeding of animals. The student will be able to:		
33.01	Compare and contrast the use of genetically superior animals in the production of animals and animal products.	AS.04.02.01.b	
33.02	Identify and categorize natural and artificial breeding methods (e.g., natural breeding, artificial insemination, estrous synchronization, flushing, cloning, etc.).	AS.04.03.01.a	
33.03	Select animal breeding methods based on reproductive and economic efficiency.	AS.04.03.01.c	
33.04	Examine the use of quantitative breeding values (e.g., EPDs, Performance records, pedigrees) in the selection of genetically superior breeding stock.	AS.04.03.04.a	
33.05	Compare and contrast quantitative breeding value differences between genetically superior animals and animals of average genetic value.	AS.04.03.04.b	
33.06	Select and assess animal performance based on quantitative breeding values for specific characteristics.	AS.04.03.04.c	
33.07	Identify and summarize the advantages and disadvantages of major reproductive management practices, including estrous synchronization, superovulation, flushing and embryo transfer (e.g., cost, labor, equipment, etc.).	AS.04.03.03.a	
33.08	Analyze the processes of major reproductive management practices, including estrous synchronization, superovulation, flushing and embryo transfer.	AS.04.03.03.b	
33.09	Create and evaluate plans and procedures for estrous synchronization, superovulation, flushing, embryo transfer and other reproductive management practices.	AS.04.03.03.c	
33.10	Calculate the potential economic benefits of natural versus artificial breeding methods.	AS.04.03.01.b	
33.11	 Analyze the materials, methods, and processes of artificial insemination.	AS.04.03.02.a	
33.12	Demonstrate artificial insemination techniques. 	AS.04.03.02.b	
34.0	Maintain and analyze records. The student will be able to:		
34.01	Maintain and analyze animal records.		
34.02	Maintain machinery and equipment records. 		
34.03	Maintain and analyze basic business records (inventory, depreciation, receipts, and expenses) using computer applications.		
34.04	Prepare and maintain Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) records.		
35.0	Manage pasture and forage crops. The student will be able to:		
35.01	Compare pasture, forage and feed crop production and harvesting systems.		
35.02	Assist in determining pasture and forage needs. 		
35.03	Take a forage sample and interpret results.		
35.04	Determine range and pasture quality.		
35.05	Assist in the development of a plan for the rotation of fields, pens and pastures.		
36.0	Understand the relationship of animal production and the environment. The student will be able to:		
36.01	Evaluate the relationship between animal agriculture on the environment.		
36.02	Outline methods of balancing the effects of animal agriculture on the environment.		
36.03	Describe BMPs (Best Management Practices) to balance the impact of animal agriculture on the environment.		
36.04	Determine positive effects of animal agriculture on the environment.		
37.0	Evaluate the effects of environmental conditions on animals. The student will be able to:		
37.01	Identify optimal environmental conditions for animals.		
37.02	Describe the effects of environmental conditions on animal populations and performance.		
37.03	Establish and maintain favorable environmental conditions for animal growth and performance.		
38.0	Identify and interpret environmental issues and regulations pertaining to animal industry. The student will be able to:		
38.01	Determine environmental issues pertinent to your area.		
38.02	Calculate the economic impact of environmental regulations on the industry.		
38.03	Discuss emerging technologies and determine their effectiveness as related to environmental quality.		
38.04	Evaluate an animal facility to determine if standards have been met.		
38.05	Design a facility that meets standards for the legal, safe, ethical, and efficient production of animals.		

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Animal Science and Services 5
Course Number: 	8106240
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course is designed to develop competencies in the areas of nutrition; grooming, exhibiting and marketing animals; operation, maintenance and repair of equipment.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	NS: Council for Agricultural Education	
39.0	Discuss animal marketing techniques. The student will be able to:		
39.01	Collect and interpret market reports and identify market outlets for companion and food-producing animals. 		
39.02	Determine market grades of animal and animal products.		
39.03	Examine the impacts of industry promotion campaigns.		
40.0	Apply advanced animal health practices. The student will be able to:		
40.01	Administer prescribed injections (under supervision).		
40.02	Discuss proper disposal of deceased animals. 		
40.03	Determine when euthanasia is appropriate.		
40.04	Discuss AVMA approved methods of euthanasia. 		
40.05	Discuss BMPs (Best Management Practices) associated with castration, dehorning, docking, debeaking, and/or another component of livestock management.		
41.0	Maintain and analyze records. The student will be able to:		
41.01	Maintain and analyze animal records.		
41.02	Maintain and analyze basic business records (inventory, depreciation, receipts, and expenses) using computer applications.		
41.03	Prepare and maintain Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) records.		
42.0	Perform emergency first aid on animals. The student will be able to:		
42.01	Evaluate the health status of the animals.		
42.02	Isolate injured animals.		
42.03	Demonstrate how to properly cleanse wounds and apply antiseptic.		
42.04	Immobilize fractured limbs.		
42.05	Identify and stop external bleeding.		
42.06	Know when to seek additional medical attention for animals.		
43.0	Implement procedures to ensure that animal products are safe. The student will be able to:		
43.01	Research and summarize animal production practices that may pose health risks.	AS.02.02.02.a	
43.02	Analyze consumer concerns with animal production practices relative to human health.	AS.02.02.02.b	
43.03	Research and evaluate programs to assure the safety of animal products for consumption.	AS.02.02.02.c	
43.04	Identify and describe animal tracking systems used in animal systems (e.g., livestock, companion animal, exotics, etc.).	AS.02.02.03.a	
43.05	Analyze and summarize the impact of animal trace-back capabilities on producers and consumers.	AS.02.02.03.b	
43.06	Evaluate the effectiveness of animal and/or premise identification programs for a given species.	AS.02.02.03.c	
44.0	Identify, select, and breed food-producing animals. The student will be able to:		
44.01	Appraise animal conformation and desirable characteristics and breeds.		
44.02	Justify reasons for culling offspring.		
44.03	Identify signs of parturition.		
44.04	Identify common disorders of parturition.		
44.05	Prepare animals and facilities for parturition.		
44.06	Assist in the delivery of newborn animals.		
45.0	Analyze county, state and federal agencies that support the animal industry. The student will be able to:		
45.01	Identify agencies that support the animal industry.		
45.02	Research technical assistance, disaster relief, grants, and other available programs. 		
45.03	Inquire about career opportunities within these agencies.		

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Animal Science and Services 6
Course Number: 	8106250
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This course is designed to develop competencies in the areas of nutrition; grooming, exhibiting, and marketing animals; operation, maintenance and repair of equipment.

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	NS: Council for Agricultural Education 	
46.0	Plan routine management of food-producing animals and facilities. The student will be able to:		
46.01	Schedule feeding and care of animals.		
46.02	Order supplies and animal feeds.		
46.03	Develop training and exercise schedule for animal.		
46.04	Develop a plan for routine maintenance of equipment and facilities.		
46.05	Assist in the planning of a routine animal health and preventative medication program.		
46.06	Implement and maintain sanitary conditions for animals, including young.		
46.07	Separate non-compatible animals.		
46.08	Observe animals on a regular basis for problems or stress.		
46.09	Develop a calendar of operations for a selected animal operation.		
47.0	Maintain and analyze records. The student will be able to:		
47.01	Analyze and utilize production, performance and breeding records, using computer applications.		
47.02	Identify major sources of credit.  		
47.03	Evaluate leasing and renting agreements.		
47.04	Evaluate need for liability and other insurance.		
47.05	Analyze records to determine efficiency of operation.		
47.06	Maintain machinery, equipment and facilities inventory records.		
47.07	Maintain breeding records.		
47.08	Prepare an annual budget. 		
47.09	Maintain and analyze basic business records (inventory, depreciation, receipts, and expenses) using computer applications.		
47.10	Plan a work schedule.		
47.11	Maintain personnel and labor records.		
47.12	Maintain supervised agricultural experience records.		
47.13	Discuss the legal requirements of maintaining animal health records, and maintain and analyze health records.		
47.14	Maintain chemical-use and water-use records, etc.		
47.15	Prepare and maintain Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) records.		
48.0	Design animal housing, equipment and handling facilities for animal production. The student will be able to:		
48.01	Identify facilities needed to house and produce each animal species safely and efficiently.	AS.07.01.01.a	
48.02	Critique designs for an animal facility and prescribe alternative layouts and adjustments for the safe and efficient use of the facility.	AS.07.01.01.b	
48.03	Design an animal facility, focusing on animal requirements, efficiency, safety, and ease of handling.	AS.07.01.01.c	
48.04	Identify equipment and handling facilities used in modern animal production.	AS.07.01.02.a	
48.05	Explain how modern equipment and handling facilities enhance the safe and economic production of animals.	AS.07.01.02.b	
48.06	Select equipment and implement animal handling procedures and improvements to enhance production efficiency.	AS.07.01.02.c	
49.0	Comply with government regulations and safety standards for facilities used in animal production. The student will be able to:		
49.01	List the general standards that must be met in facilities for animal production. (e.g., environmental, zoning, construction)	AS.07.02.01.a	
49.02	Evaluate an animal facility to determine if standards have been met.	AS.07.02.01.b	
49.03	Design a facility that meets standards for the legal, safe, ethical, and efficient production of animals.	AS.07.02.01.c	
50.0	Identify and interpret rules, policy, and regulations affecting the animal industry. The student will be able to:		
50.01	Maintain a file of current animal rules and regulations.		
50.02	Secure professional services and information.		
50.03	Observe EPA pesticide use regulations. 		
50.04	Identify the procedures and requirements for obtaining a restricted use pesticide applicator's license.		
50.05	Observe regulations regarding the use of medications and growth stimulants.		
50.06	Observe state and federal regulations regarding disease testing/eradication programs and other programs.		
50.07	Identify applicable land-use and zoning regulations. 		
50.08	Identify agencies affecting natural resource utilization (e.g., DNR, DEP, EPA). 		
50.09	Identify agencies regulating employee/employer relations (e.g., OSHA).		
50.10	Investigate opportunities to impact policy making at the local, state, and national level.		
51.0	Evaluate the effects of environmental conditions on animals. The student will be able to:		
51.01	Identify optimal environmental conditions for animals.	AS.08.02.01.a	
51.02	Describe the effects of environmental conditions on animal populations and performance.	AS.08.02.01.b	
51.03	Establish and maintain favorable environmental conditions for animal growth and performance.	AS.08.02.01.c	
52.0	Identify and interpret environmental issues and regulations pertaining to animal industry. The student will be able to :		
52.01	Determine environmental issues pertinent to your area.		
52.02	Calculate the economic impact of environmental regulations on the industry. 		
52.03	Discuss emerging technologies and determine their effectiveness as related to environmental quality. 		
52.04	Evaluate an animal facility to determine if standards have been met.		
52.05	Design a facility that meets standards for the legal, safe, ethical, and efficient production of animals.		

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.

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

Extended Student Supervision

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

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 course or a modified course.  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 a Career and Technical Education (CTE) course.  The student should work on different competencies and new applications of competencies each year toward completion of the CTE course.  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