Appendix C:  Training Plans for Cow/Calf Production 30

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

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Develops the plans for various livestock records (sales, prices, purchases, rate of weight gain, cow productivity, fertility of bulls, feeding rate)

Uses spreadsheets, databases, or commercial programs on computers to deep data

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Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

A

O

D

Identifies and is perceptive of farm hazards

Identifies farm safety groups, organizations, and regulations set out by Workers’ Compensation and other groups

Describes the use of safety guards, shields, and other safety devices used on farm equipment

Demonstrates a safety walk-around check on all the devices used for safety

Develops a personal safety audit of a farm environment

Demonstrates safe practices when using lifting equipment

Identifies the safety hazards associated with use of:

·        power or manual tools

·        jacks, winches and other lifting equipment

Identifies potential fire hazards in a farm environment

Describes all types of fire fighting techniques needed for a farm setting

Describes the precautions necessary with dealing with the different types of fires

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

A

O

D

Demonstrates the required skills to handle emergency situations

Develops and creates a well-equipped First Aid kit

Displays charts of emergency phone numbers (police, fire fighters, ambulance, doctor, hospital, etc.) in appropriate places

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

A

O

D

Identifies where producers need reliable information such as:

·        commodity prices, markets, and growing conditions

·        transportation and other input costs

·        health problems and weed/insect infestations

·        financial/banking information

·        other __________________

Demonstrates the ability to locate and sort useful information

Demonstrates the ability to critique information

Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively reliable information

Describes and demonstrates the communication needed for:

·        writing

·        information management

·        office tools

Demonstrates effective communication skills to understand or be understood by employees, employers, suppliers, or customers

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

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O

D

Identifies career cluster and the range of occupational opportunities in the type of farming that interests the student according to:

·        primary production (professional science, management, etc.)

·        marketing, distribution, and retail services

·        support services (production, financial, and government)

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

A

O

D

Prepares a projected budget for the particular type of farm

Selects and demonstrates use of an accounting system

Describes a net worth statement

Prepares a net worth statement

Investigates the sources of credit and a credit rating system

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

A

O

D

Lists the components and the types of fluids that need to be checked:

·        fuel/oil (engine, transmission, steering)

·        water (radiator, battery)

·        accessories (hydraulics)

Demonstrates correct procedures to change:

·        oil and filters for all parts of the vehicle

·        hydraulic, fuel, air, and water filters

Describes the types of greases and oils for high/low speed, seasons, and other factors

Demonstrates the correct procedures to change:

·        non-engine parts requiring lubrication

·        air cleaners

·        grease gun

·        coolant

·        battery

·        other ____________________

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

A

O

D

Demonstrates the correct procedures to service:

·        drive train and transmission

·        brake system

·        tires and rims

Demonstrates the standards illustrated in the operator’s manual, use and operational procedure, and safety precautions required to use:

·        wrenches

·        screwdrivers

·        hammers

·        chisels

·        punches

·        files and rasps

·        saws for wood and metal

·        other tools

Identifies and describes the characteristics of and knows the weight range, strength, and capacity of:

·        hydraulic jacks and hoists

·        hand jacks and hoists

·        direct vertical lift

·        floor type lift

·        automotive type lift

·        other power or manual jacks/winches

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