7 & 8 Industrial
Arts/ Agriculture Education
Course Syllabus (2003-2004)
Flandreau Public High School
1. Texts and References
Agriscience Fundamentals and
Applications, 2nd Edition, Delmar, 1997.
FFA Student Handbook, 11th Edition, FFA Supply Service, 2000
Official FFA Manuel, FFA Supply Service, 1999.
Various other Agricultural Education and FFA videotapes, computer software
programs, and related materials
2.
Course Description
We will discuss introductory topics related to
successive agriculture classes. We will discuss, in depth, FFA knowledge and
opportunities, careers in agriculture, and SAE opportunities. We will be doing
group and individual projects in the shop.
3.
Instructional Philosophy and Delivery Plan
The
most frequently use education delivery method will utilize hands-on learning.
There
will also be lecture, demonstration, guest speaker, and content reading
methods of education.
Students are expected to meet all of the course goals and
demonstrate an understanding with a
minimum of 70% accuracy in order to pass
this course. Grading will be accomplished
through the use of tests, quizzes,
projects, class participation, and
personal progress.
4.
Course Goals
SWBAT…
·
Develop enough confidence to
speak in front of the class
·
Identify major agricultural crops
and their uses
·
Identify certain tools and their
safe usage
·
Have an appreciation and
understanding of agriculture and careers in that area.
·
Describe basic animal science,
plant science, horticulture, construction, engine maintenance, welding, and
woodworking techniques and ideas.
5. Course outline
a. Introduction of myself and students
b.
Introduction
to the course
Safety
a.
Shop safety
b.
Tool Safety
FFA
a.
History/Knowledge
b.
Creed
speaking
c.
SAE’s
Careers
Soils
Horticulture/ Floriculture
Animal Science
a. Small Animals
b.
Cattle
c.
Pigs
d.
Sheep
e.
Equine
f.
Poultry
Small Engines
Construction
a.
Drafting
b.
3-D
drawing
c.
Small
projects
Welding/ Cutting
a.
Torch
b.
Brazing
c.
Arc
Welding
d.
MIG
Welding