Principles of Agricultural Science – Animal (ASA)
is a foundational level course where students explore the world of animal agriculture
and develop a management guide for an animal of their choice. Areas of study
include history and domestication, handling and behavior,
anatomy and physiology, nutrition, reproduction, genetics, health, selection,
and marketing. Class Syllabus
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Unit 1-- Worlds of Opportunity This lesson provides opportunities for students to discuss products that are derived from animals and to learn more about career opportunities in animal agriculture. The world of animal agriculture is far reaching and students may find a range of potential careers that fit their interests and strengths. These careers may be something as introductory as a stable hand moving up in knowledge, expertise, and education to specialized fields, such as a horse trainer, farrier, racing steward, and equine nutritionist. |
Unit 2 -- History and Use In this lesson, students explore the factors that allow species to be domesticated as well as trace the history of a specific domesticated animal. The domestication and continued development of farm animals allows livestock producers of today to feed a growing world population. |
Unit 3 -- Animal Handling and Safety In this lesson, students explore animal welfare and animal handling issues related to the care and production of animals. Students are encouraged to reflect upon their personal beliefs and the values of others, relate those beliefs and values to their own thinking, and learn to express their views in a non-confrontational manner. |
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The exploration of animal
cells in this lesson will provide students an opportunity to learn each
cell part and begin to understand the contribution a cell makes to the
function of an animal. By the conclusion of the lesson, students will
understand the function of cell parts and the means by which cells produce
energy. |
Unit 5 -- Animal Nutrition In this lesson, students will begin to learn about the complex digestive systems of animals. Students will have the opportunity to explore the unique differences in animal digestive systems and how the digestive systems relate to the diet of the animal. |
Unit 6 -- Animal Reproduction The exploration of the male and female reproductive systems will provide students a foundation on which to build an understanding of livestock reproduction in order to optimize profitability of a livestock operation. By the conclusion of the lesson, students will begin to understand the function of the reproductive organs of the female and male. |
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This lesson expands on knowledge learned regarding reproductive anatomical parts and function, breeding systems for animal production, and the stages of reproduction in animals presented in Unit 6 Animal Reproduction.
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Unit 8 -- Animal Health In order to begin to make connections between animal health and human health, students will simulate the transmission of a contagious disease, observe bacteria, fungi, and protozoa, and research the role of governmental regulatory agencies in protecting public health.
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Unit 9 -- Animal Products, This lesson will encourage students to explore and understand the types of products consumers receive from animals, the methods used to provide consumers a consistent product, and how processing improves lower quality goods and adds value to them |
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Lesson 1.1 Animal Planet Develop and keep an Agriscience Notebook to record and
store information presented in classroom discussions and activities throughout
the course. |
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Lesson 2.1 Taming Animals Conduct behavioral and historical research on a variety
of animals. Lesson 2.2 Naming Animals
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notes lesson 2.1 -- domestication Quia Quiz of understanding 2.1 notes lesson
2.2 scientific classification and |
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Lesson 3.1 Animal Rights or Animal Wrongs? Discuss the differences in the interpretation of the meaning
of the word value. Research the basic feed, water, and shelter requirements
for animals. |
notes lesson 3.1 Animal Issues notes Guidelines for Using Animals in Education notes Quia Quiz of understanding 3.1 notes lesson 3.2 animal behavior Quia Quiz of understanding 3.2 notes Lesson 3.3 Biosecurity notes notes lesson 3.3 Creature Comforts notes notes lesson 3.3 Animal Facilities Quia Quiz of understanding 3.3
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| Lesson 4.1 Units of Life Identify and label animal cell organelles. Develop a pictorial representation of cell function. Collect and analyze data to provide evidence of cell metabolism. Conduct an experiment to simulate the osmosis process of animal cells. Lesson 4.2 Putting the Puzzle Together Identify common external animal parts and explain the purpose of each. Identify unique external parts specific for livestock and explain the purpose of each part. Dissect a chicken wing and identify epithelial and connective tissues. Examine two different types of muscle tissue and describe the differences. Dissect a fetal pig and identify internal parts and organs that comprise systems. Lesson 4.3 Breathing and Beating Identify and explain the function of the parts of the respiratory and circulatory systems. Describe the process of gas exchange in external respiration. Determine the presence of carbon dioxide in exhaled air. Design a travel brochure that highlights the flow of blood throughout the body. Conduct an inquiry on the affects of external conditions on respiration rate, pulse, and blood pressure. Lesson 4.4 Body Control Centers Study the relationships of the nervous, endocrine, renal, and urinary systems. Determine and use a concept map to demonstrate the connection of the systems studied to the respiratory and circulatory systems. Map the functions of body systems, specifically the nervous, endocrine, and renal systems. |
notes lesson 4.1 cell respiration notes lesson 4.1 feeding cells Quia Quiz of understanding 4.1 Quia Quiz of understanding 4.2 notes lesson 4.3 respiratory & circulatory notes lesson 4.3 physiology of respiration Quia Quiz of understanding 4.3 |
Lesson 5.1 Digestion Junction Define the terminology commonly used in digestive anatomy.
Identify the six classes of nutrients, the function they
serve in the body, and sources of each nutrient. Conduct an inquiry experiment to determine the energy
in feedstuffs. Research the nutritional disorders of a species of animal. Describe the characteristics of a good ration.
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Quia Quiz of understanding 5.1 Quia Quiz of understanding 5.2 notes lesson 5.3 Reading Labels Quia Quiz of understanding 5.3 notes lesson 5.4 Nutritional Disorders |
Lesson 6.1 Mom, Where Do Calves Come From? Identify and label the parts of the male
and female reproductive tract. Distinguish between the different livestock breeding systems. |
Quia Quiz of understanding 6.1 Notes lesson 6.2 Livestock Breeding Systems Quia Quiz of understanding 6.2 |
Lesson 7.1 A New Pair of Genes Prepare a slide to be viewed under a microscope for the
purpose of examining mitosis in plant tissue. |
notes lesson 7.1 In the Beginning notes lesson 7.1 Genetic fundamentals |
Lesson 8.1 Popular Pathogens Define the differences of infectious, contagious, and
non-infectious diseases. Identify and diagram the life cycle of a common parasite. Demonstrate the proper procedures for filling a syringe
for the purpose of giving shots. |
notes lesson 8.1what is a disease notes lesson 81. infectious diseases Quia Quiz of understanding 8.1 Quia Quiz of understanding 8.2 notes lesson 8.2 signs of health Quia Quiz of understanding 8.3 |
Lesson 9.1 The Products of Our Toil Research an animal product and develop a presentation
on that animal product.
Make decisions based on given priorities and criteria,
and analyze objects as they compare ideal criteria. Compare similar products based on their features, pricing,
distribution, and promotion.
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Quia Quiz of understanding 9.1 notes lesson 9.2 animal confirmation |