CUSTOMIZED ASSESSMENT BLUEPRINT GENERAL AGRICULTURE PA - PILOT. Test Code: 8300 Version: 01

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1 CUSTOMIZED ASSESSMENT BLUEPRINT GENERAL AGRICULTURE PA - PILOT Test Code: 8300 Version: 01 Specific competencies and skills tested in this assessment: Animal Science Demonstrate safe animal handling techniques for production, laboratory, and/or recreation Identify products and uses of major livestock and companion animal species in Pennsylvania Identify the basic anatomy of animals Describe the functions of the animal body systems and system components Describe normal animal behavior by species, along with causes and potential results of abnormal behavior (social, sexual, reproductive, and ingestive) Predict genetic types using the Punnett Square method Explain the significance of the 6 classes of nutrients for animal growth, performance, maintenance, and reproduction Describe preventative animal health and treatment techniques Examine the impact of pests and diseases as variables in animal production Plant Science Identify the components and structures of plants Explain the functions of plant systems Identify products and uses of plant species in Pennsylvania Explain the basic process of photosynthesis/respiration and their importance to life Identify and compare the functions of the essential nutrients for plant growth and development Assess the environmental factors that affect the growth and development of a plant Compare and contrast sexual and asexual plant reproduction Apply concepts of integrated pest management (IPM) strategies used to manage pest populations and analyze its effectiveness Examine the impact of pests and diseases as variables in plant production Determine the role of plant pollinators Investigate emerging technologies within practical applications of plant science Soil Science Identify and describe physical, chemical, and biological soil characteristics Conduct proper soil sampling techniques Analyze and interpret the results of a soil test Understand fertilizer rates to maintain proper plant nutrition Draw conclusions from a soil survey to determine land uses, capability factors, and land capability classes Compare and contrast soil conservation practices and soil management techniques

2 Mechanical Technology and Mechanization Recognize and demonstrate safety rules and regulations Identify and demonstrate wearing of personal protective equipment Demonstrate positive safety attitudes and responsibilities Select and demonstrate the safe use of appropriate tools for the maintenance of mechanical systems Demonstrate accurate use of measurement devices and techniques used to calculate measurement Utilize a variety of technical sources (i.e., owner/operator manuals, internet resources and journals within applications of mechanical technology, locate and comprehend Safety Data Sheets) Leadership and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) Demonstrate oral, written, and verbal skills necessary for employment Research career opportunities in agriculture Create a plan to achieve career goals and priorities Agribusiness Describe the role agriculture plays in local, state, national, and global economies Maintain accurate business and financial records Demonstrate knowledge of nontraditional agricultural markets (i.e., bison, aquaculture, hydroponics, organic farming) Natural Resource Management Differentiate between renewable and non-renewable natural resources Identify sources of point and non-point pollution Explain the importance of management and planning of resources Recognize the importance of wildlife and forestry as it relates to natural resources management Assess the impacts of invasive species on ecosystems Recognize the importance of water quality, air quality, and waste management within ecosystems Compare and contrast different methods of sustainable agriculture Compare and contrast the impact of conventional and alternative energy sources on the environment Biotechnology Define biotechnology and explore the historical impact it has had on agriculture Investigate current applications of biotechnology in agriculture Explore ethical, legal, and social biotechnology issues Food Science Identify and describe foods derived from animal and plant sources Research and describe current customer food trends Explain techniques and procedures for the safe handling of food products

3 Written Assessment: Administration Time: 3 hours Number of Questions: 199 Areas covered: 23% Animal Science 20% Plant Science 10% Soil Science 13% Mechanical Technology and Mechanization 4% Leadership and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) 6% Agribusiness 12% Natural Resource Management 5% Biotechnology 7% Food Science Sample Questions: What term describes milk-fed calves which are sold for slaughter? A. veal B. baby beef C. kids D. kosher The process of mating in animals is called A. gestation B. parturition C. copulation D. farrowing French fries come from what part of a plant? A. root B. stem C. fruit D. leaf A physical property of soil that affects how land can be used is A. texture B. color C. shape D. ph The main reason to wear a hairnet in an agricultural food processing setting is to A. provide protection to the worker B. protect food from contamination C. shield the worker from chemicals D. maintain cleanliness of the workers' hair

4 Most jobs in agriscience require some proficiency. A. computer B. electronic engineering C. photographic D. artistic The amount of an agriculture commodity available for sale at a given time is the A. elasticity B. demand C. cycle D. supply Fish and wildlife are resources. A. lost B. found C. renewable D. nonrenewable Using biofuels is controversial because they A. increases gas mileage B. utilize renewable resources C. use more energy to create than they produce D. produce more carbon dioxide emissions An increase in food pathogens is most likely to result when A. hands are washed frequently B. foods are kept at 40 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit C. foods are cooked thoroughly D. meats are thawed in the refrigerator

5 Performance Assessment: Administration Time: 3 hours Number of Jobs: 6 Areas Covered: 13% Identify and Classify Feedstuffs Participant will identify and classify feedstuffs. 22% Administer an Injection Participant will determine appropriate medication dosage, withdraw time, treatment indications, species, active ingredient, and storage for medication. Participant will select appropriate needle size and syringe, prepare syringe, draw proper dosage, and simulate administering the injection subcutaneously using an orange, grapefruit, or banana as a subject. Participant will dispose of the needle and syringe. 15% Identify Flower Parts Participant will determine flower characteristics and identify and present flower parts including sepals, petals, stamen, anther, filament, pistil, stigma, style, and ovary. 21% Take a Soil Sample and Complete Form Participant will complete a soil sample kit form including recording crop information names, codes, and yield goals based on a scenario. Participant will collect soil samples using correct procedure, and clean work area. 19% Interpret Soil Report Participant will use provided soil report and locate and record soil ph, amount of calcitic limestone, nitrogen quantity, crop, excessive element, and timing recommendation. 10% Select Personal Protective Equipment for Different Agriculture Jobs Participant will select the appropriate personal protective equipment for different agriculture jobs, including agriculture mechanics, food science, animal science, and horticulture industries. Sample Job: Maximum Job Time: Participant Activity: Identify and Classify Feedstuffs 30 minutes Participant will be presented with 10 unlabeled samples of feedstuffs. Using the word bank of 20 feedstuffs, participant will record the correct name of each sample on provided worksheet, and indicate the classification of the feedstuffs (roughage, concentrate, or supplement).