COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN AGRICULTURE



Agricultural Biotechnology WVEIS Code 0132

This course is designed to provide knowledge, skills and competencies regarding the application of biotechnology to agriscience. The course establishes a basic understanding of biotechnology, genetics, and agricultural applications and explores related careers.

Standard 1: Orientation to Biotechnology (0132.S.1)

Students will research application of biotechnology in agriscience.

Biotechnology Objectives

Students will:

0132.1.1 Investigate biotechnology and its applications to agriscience.

0132.1.2 Research the biotechnology industry and make predictions regarding future uses in agriscience and the impact on the industry and consumer.

Standard 2: Genetics and Genetic Engineering (0132.S.2)

Students will describe genetic engineering.

Genetics and Genetic Engineering Objectives

Students will:

0132.2.1 Define and exhibit an understanding of basic genetic terms.

0132.2.2 Explain the concept of heritability.

0132.2.3 Compare and contrast methods of transferring genetic information.

0132.2.4 Relate the concepts of dominant and recessive genes to common heritable traits.

0132.2.5 Explain and simulate recombinant DNA procedures.

0132.2.6 Explain and perform procedures used in tissue culturing.

0132.2.7 Research emerging methods of genetic engineering.

0132.2.8 Properly and safely manipulate equipment and procedures used in performing genetic engineering tasks.

Standard 3: The Application of Biotechnology to Animal Management and Reproduction (0132.S.3)

Students will apply principles of biotechnology to animal production.

Animal Management and Reproduction Objectives

Students will:

0132.3.1 Apply principles of biotechnology to animal selection.

0132.3.2 Apply principles of biotechnology to animal health.

0132.3.3 Apply principles of biotechnology to the management of animal waste.

0132.3.4 Explore the application of artificial insemination in animal science.

0132.3.5 Describe the purposes and procedures of embryo transfer.

0132.3.6 Investigate and discuss the application of biotechnology to estrus manipulation.

0132.3.7 Explore developments in biotechnology regarding gender selection.

Standard 4: The Application of Biotechnology to Plant Propagation, Growth and Development (0132.S.4)

Students will apply principles of biotechnology to plant production.

Plant Propagation, Growth and Development Objectives

Students will:

0132.4.1 Design, conduct, evaluate and revise experiments related to the application of biotechnology to both sexual and asexual plant propagation.

0132.4.2 Perform various tissue culturing techniques.

0132.4.3 Discuss the stages of plant growth and investigate and analyze alterations in plant growth as a result of biotechnology.

0132.4.4 Evaluate the impact of biotechnology on making plants more resistant to insects, diseases and frost.

Standard 5: Laboratory Investigation (0132.S.5)

Students will safely conduct laboratory investigations and exploratory learning.

Laboratory Investigation Objectives

Students will:

0132.5.1 Engage in active inquiries, investigations, and hands-on activities a minimum of 50 percent of the time.

0132.5.2 Conduct explorations in a variety of environments (e.g., laboratories, libraries, parks, and other outdoor locations).

0132.5.3 Properly and safely manipulate equipment, materials, chemicals, organisms, and models.

0132.5.4 Use computers and other electronic technologies (e.g., computer, CBL, probe interfaces, laser discs) to collect, analyze, and/or report data, interact with simulations, and research.

Standard 6: Ethical Questions Created by Biotechnology (0132.S.6)

Students will demonstrate an understanding of ethical issues associated with biotechnology.

Ethical Questions Created by Biotechnology Objectives

Students will:

0132.6.1 Examine ethical questions raised by biotechnology.

0132.6.2 Distinguish the difference between fact and opinion.

Standard 7: Leadership Development for the Biotechnology Industry (0132.S.7)

Students will research and debate issues in biotechnology.

Biotechnology Industry Objectives

Students will:

0132.7.1 Obtain current information from printed sources and the Internet concerning biotechnology and evaluate for accuracy.

0132.7.2 Debate biotechnology issues.

Standard 8: Technology Applications (0132.S.8)

Students will apply technology to investigate real-world problems.

Technology Applications Objectives

Students will:

0132.8.1 Use computers and the World Wide Web (WWW) to:

• Solve problems related to work-based experience programs in agricultural biotechnology.

• Locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources related to agricultural biotechnology.

• Develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity.

0132.8.2 Demonstrate skills in word processing and the use of databases, spreadsheets, graphics and telecommunications.

0132.8.3 Use TV/satellite, VCR and Laser discs/DVD to retrieve information to complete classroom assignments related to agricultural biotechnology.

0132.8.4 Use cameras and/or camcorders to record activities and progress of special projects in the area of agricultural biotechnology.

Standard 9: Process/Workplace Skills (0132.S.9)

Students will demonstrate personal and group workplace skills.

Process/Workplace Skills Objectives

Students will:

0132.9.1 Use computers and other electronic technologies to access, gather, store, retrieve, organize, analyze, and report data.

0132.9.2 Explore careers available in agricultural biotechnology.

0132.9.3 Use a variety of sources to investigate the educational requirements of various careers in agricultural biotechnology.

0132.9.4 Analyze problems, state causes and effects, and plan, organize, and implement a solution to the problem or a concept to improve the situation or process.

0132.9.5 Demonstrate correct language usage in all oral and written work.

0132.9.6 Perform effectively in both leadership and non-leadership roles.

0132.9.7 Evaluate information for reliability, completeness, and applicability to various assignments.

0132.9.8 Participate as a team member to complete a variety of assignments.

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