Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

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Demonstrates a working knowledge of vision, foot structure and hearing

Understands how these structures affect cattle behaviour

Identifies proper ways to restrain an animal using a halter or rope and proper tying techniques

Describes situations which can hurt, cause stress or excite cattle

Identifies ways to reduce noise and stress on cattle

Demonstrates proper handling of cattle

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Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

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O

D

States the importance of nutrition for beef cattle

Identifies problems associated with inadequate nutrition

In a feeding plan, states the importance of:

·        different rations/proportions and components for different herd groupings

·        water quality(mineral content, pollutant count, and algae)

·        types of feeding equipment

Develops a basic feed plan

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Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

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O

D

Describes and demonstrates the operation of and identifies hazards in the operation of:

·        front end loaders

·        augers

·        conveyors

·        platform scales

·        squeezes and gates

·        portable feed milling and mixing equipment

·        other ______________________

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

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O

D

Describes the concept and procedures associated with basic herd health

Describes procedures of maintenance and treatment

Prepares a checklist of preventative measures and practices of herd health

Interprets labels of drug and medication products

Describes the basic nature and the use of the different drug products

Determines the dosage and correct administration style

Describes the proper storage procedures for further use

Describes the possible contamination hazards of drugs and medications

Explains the administration style of drugs and medications with:

·        proper equipment

·        restraining procedures

·        economic considerations

·        other ______________________

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

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O

D

Describes the contents of an animal First Aid kit

Demonstrates the ability to make an on-farm diagnosis of various ailments

Develops a plan to analyze animal value versus cost of animal

Describes what to watch for in the animal’s response to the different treatments

Identifies the common diseases and disorders by:

·        recognizing symptoms of:

§         respiratory rate

§         skin conditions

§         eye and nasal discharge/weeping

§         injuries to feet and legs

§         digestive disorders

§         other ________________

·        describing the nature of the disease

·        suggesting precautionary measures

·        describing a medication or preventative plan

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

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O

D

Demonstrates skills in checking and maintaining pen facilities

·        feed bunks

·        water containers

·        fences and gates

·        other ______________________

Demonstrates skills in maintaining pastures by:

·        identifying proper grazing techniques

·        ensuring a clean water supply

·        managing dugouts and other danger areas within the pasture

·        checking for pasture/grass availability

·        determining stocking rates

Demonstrates the ability to use corral and fence mending equipment

Identifies the hazards of using fence mending equipment

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

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O

D

Demonstrates the proper techniques in:

·        knowing horse behaviour

·        tacking a horse

·        safe use of a horse

·        sorting, gathering, and handling cattle

Demonstrates skills in riding horses in a pasture or feedlot setting

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Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

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O

D

Identifies the importance of recordkeeping

Designs and maintains accurate records for:

·        calving rates

·        birth weights

·        productivity gain

·        feeding charts

·        individual pens

·        markets

·        customers

·        prices

·        other _____________________

Develops a recordkeeping plan

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