Agricultural BiotechnologyWVEIS 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:
0132.1.1Investigate biotechnology and its applications to agriscience.
0132.1.2Research 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:
0132.2.1Define and exhibit an understanding of basic genetic terms.
0132.2.2Explain the concept of heritability.
0132.2.3Compare and contrast methods of transferring genetic information.
0132.2.4Relate the concepts of dominant and recessive genes to common heritable traits.
0132.2.5Explain and simulate recombinant DNA procedures.
0132.2.6Explain and perform procedures used in tissue culturing.
0132.2.7Research emerging methods of genetic engineering.
0132.2.8Properly 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:
0132.3.1Apply principles of biotechnology to animal selection.
0132.3.2Apply principles of biotechnology to animal health.
0132.3.3Apply principles of biotechnology to the management of animal waste.
0132.3.4Explore the application of artificial insemination in animal science.
0132.3.5Describe the purposes and procedures of embryo transfer.
0132.3.6Investigate and discuss the application of biotechnology to estrus manipulation.
0132.3.7Explore 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:
0132.4.1Design, conduct, evaluate and revise experiments related to the application of biotechnology to both sexual and asexual plant propagation.
0132.4.2Perform various tissue culturing techniques.
0132.4.3Discuss the stages of plant growth and investigate and analyze alterations in plant growth as a result of biotechnology.
0132.4.4Evaluate 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:
0132.5.1Engage in active inquiries, investigations, and hands-on activities a minimum of 50 percent of the time.
0132.5.2Conduct explorations in a variety of environments (e.g., laboratories, libraries, parks, and other outdoor locations).
0132.5.3Properly and safely manipulate equipment, materials, chemicals, organisms, and models.
0132.5.4Use 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:
0132.6.1Examine ethical questions raised by biotechnology.
0132.6.2Distinguish 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:
0132.7.1Obtain current information from printed sources and the Internet concerning biotechnology and evaluate for accuracy.
0132.7.2Debate biotechnology issues.
Standard 8: Technology Applications (0132.S.8)
Students will apply technology to investigate real-world problems.
Technology Applications Objectives
Students will:
0132.8.1Use 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.
0132.8.2Demonstrate skills in word processing and the use of databases, spreadsheets, graphics and telecommunications.
0132.8.3Use TV/satellite, VCR and Laser discs/DVD to retrieve information to complete classroom assignments related to agricultural biotechnology.
0132.8.4Use 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:
0132.9.1Use computers and other electronic technologies to access, gather, store, retrieve, organize, analyze, and report data.
0132.9.2Explore careers available in agricultural biotechnology.
0132.9.3Use a variety of sources to investigate the educational requirements of various careers in agricultural biotechnology.
0132.9.4Analyze problems, state causes and effects, and plan, organize, and implement a solution to the problem or a concept to improve the situation or process.
0132.9.5Demonstrate correct language usage in all oral and written work.
0132.9.6Perform effectively in both leadership and non-leadership roles.
0132.9.7Evaluate information for reliability, completeness, and applicability to various assignments.
0132.9.8Participate as a team member to complete a variety of assignments.