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1 TC-AGI-1 A. Calculate with whole numbers, fractions, and B. Interpret graphs and C. Analyze statistical data. D. Perform measurements in Metric, English, and TC-AGII-1 A. Calculate with whole numbers, fractions and B. Intercept graphs and C. Analyze statistical data. D. Perform measurements in Metric, English, and TC-AGIII-1 E. Calculate with whole numbers, fractions and F. Intercept graphs and G. Analyze statistical data. H. Perform measurements in Metric, English, and TC-AGI-2 TC-AGI-3 TC-AGI-4 effective writing techniques. TC-AGI-5 A. Developing an SAE plan. B. Maintaining proper TC-AGI-6 Develop leadership, personal growth, and career skills through involvement in the National FFA Organization. for the Greenhand Degree. TC-AGII-2 TC-AGII-3 TC-AGII-4 effective writing techniques. TC-AGII-5 A. Developing an SAE plan. B. Maintaining proper C. Progress toward completing a proficiency application. TC-AGIII-2 TC-AGIII-3 TC-AGIII-4 effective writing techniques. TC-AGIII-5 D. Developing an SAE plan. E. Maintaining proper F. Progress toward completing a proficiency application.

2 TC-AGI-7 Define agriscience. A. Relationship of agriscience to agriculture, agribusiness, and renewable natural resources. B. Relationship of agriscience to the basic and applied sciences that support it. C. Major career areas in agriscience. TC-AGI-8 Develop awareness of historical, social, and economic impacts of agriculture in the local, state, national, and international communities. TC-AGI-9 Define biotechnology and its impact on agriculture. A. Major applications of biotechnology. B. Current issues related to the use of biotechnology. TC-AGII-6 Develop leadership, personal growth, and career skills through involvement in the National FFA Organization. for the Chapter Degree. C. Learn basic procedures of parliamentary law. TC-AGII-7 Identify government agencies at the local, state, and federal level as well as community organizations involved in natural resource conservation and TC-AGII-8 Describe properties of soils and their proper management in agricultural production A. Skills in land judging (texture class, slope calculation, etc.) B. Lake and wetland types. C. Water quality analysis, chemical and biological. D. Point source and nonpoint source pollution hazards. E. Management strategies for water protection. TC-AGII-6 Develop leadership, personal growth, and career skills through involvement in the National FFA Organization. for the Chapter or State FFA Degree. C. Organize and participate in group activities. TC-AGIII-7 Define the landscape industry and the segments of design, installation, and TC-AGIII-8 Develop basic drafting skills used in the development of landscape designs. A. Drafting tools B. Drawing to scales of 1:10 and 1:20 C. Proper symbols for landscape plants and hardscape features. D. Using computer assisted design programs. TC-AGIII-9 Identify and perform the proper procedures in the landscape design process. A. Site analysis and inventory B. Client consultation C. Bubble diagrams D. Preliminary and final drawings E. Budget and bid preparation

3 TC-AGI-10 Identify selected natural resources used in agriculture and their wise management and conservation. A. Soil formation processes, soil profiles, and soil types. B. The hydrologic cycle and key water conservation practices. TC-AGI-11 Understand basic anatomy, physiology, and nutritional needs of animals. A. Comparative anatomy of ruminants, monogastrics and poultry. B. Classes and sources of nutrients. C. Animal nutritional needs and appropriate feedstuffs. TC-AGI-12 Understand strategies for maintaining animal health. A. Major diseases and parasites of selected animal groups. B. Prevention and treatment techniques. TC-AGI-13 Determine the role of genetics, breeding, and reproduction in major agricultural animal groups. A. Principles of genetics. B. Reproductive organs of animal groups. C. Breeding systems and technologies for cattle and poultry. TC-AGII-9 Describe properties of surface and groundwater systems and their proper A. Watershed definition and delineation. B. Lake and wetland types. C. Water quality analysis, chemical, and biological. D. Point source and nonpoint source pollution hazards. E. Management strategies for water protection. TC-AGII-10 Describe the forestry industry in Georgia and demonstrate skills in reforestation and forestry A. Dendrology B. Tree selection, site preparation, and planting C. Timber cruising skills including pulpwood estimation and harvest decisions. D. Use GPS, compass, clinometer, logger s tape, prism, and diameter tape. E. Forest types and eco TC-AGII-11 Identify major wildlife groups in Georgia and their biology, habitat requirements and management including the following: A. Small and large mammals B. Upland game birds, predatory birds, and water fowl C. Reptiles and amphibians D. Aquatic species TC-AGIII-10 Identify landscape plant materials and classify by plant family, growth habit, and cultural needs. TC-AGIII-11 Demonstrate proper planting procedures for landscape plant material. TC-AGIII-12 Demonstrate proper maintenance procedures for the landscape including: A. Fertilizaton B. ph management C. Pruning D. Mulching TC-AGIII-13 Identify major turfgrasses of Georgia, their cultural needs, and management including: A. Turfgrass selection B. Fertilization and watering C. Mowing and aeration D. Sod installation and seeding E. Disease and insect management TC-AGIII-14 Plant and maintain a seasonal color plantings. A. Selection of annuals and perennials B. Bed preparation and planting C. Disease and nutrient management

4 TC-AGI-14 Describe and identify plants. A. Parts of plants and structures. B. Taxonomy based on anatomy. TC-AGI-15 Determine physiology of plants in food production and influence of environmental factors on plant growth. A. Photosynthesis. B. Water and sap movement. C. Tropisms. D. Plant growing environment manipulation. E. Plant nutrition, soil testing, and nutrient TC-AGI-16 Determine methods of plant reproduction. A. Sexual methods (seed). B. Asexual methods (cuttings, tissue culture). C. Plant breeding strategies. TC-AGI-17 Identify major disorders and diseases of plants and their A. Environmental disorders B. Pest-host triangle C. Parasite types D. Integrated pest management strategies E. Safe use of pesticides TC-AGII-12 Describe the small and companion animal industry and major career clusters areas. TC-AGII-13 Develop skills in the management and maintenance of a small animal facility. TC-AGII-14 Describe anatomy, nutrition, reproduction, behavior, and general care of the following animals: A. Dogs B. Rabbits and cavies C. Rodents (hamster, chinchilla) D. Ferrets E. Birds F. Reptiles G. Amphibians H. Tropical and marine fish TC-AGIII-15 Understand basics of small engine operation and maintenance. A. Parts and operation of 2- cycle and 4-cycle engines B. Lubricants and fuels C. Basic maintenance and repair D. Safety while operating landscape equipment. TC-AGIII-16 Produce a specialty horticulture crop from the following: A. Forced bulbs B. Perennials C. Small fruits

5 TC-AGI-18 Develop basic skills in floriculture. A. Identification of floral tools, supplies, and plant materials. B. Creating basic symmetrical floral design.