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ALSA: Advanced Life Science- Animal
A:
Scientific Investigations
A1:
Conducting Scientific Investigations in Agriculture
A1-1:
Exploring Research Methods in Agriculture
A1-2:
Designing and Conducting Agricultural Research
A1-3:
Scientific Measurement
A1-4:
Reporting Agricultural Research
A1-5:
Safety in the Laboratory
A1-6:
Tools and Equipment in the Laboratory
B:
Taxonomy and Classification
B1:
Animal Classification
B1-1:
Identifying and Classifying Animals
C:
Molecules and Cells
C1:
Atoms and Molecules
C1-1:
The Basis of Life
C1-2:
Organic Compounds and Synthesis
C2:
Cellular Biology
C2-1:
The Animal Cell, Its Parts and Their Functions
C2-2:
The Cell Membrane and Material Transport
C2-3:
The Energy of Animal Life
C2-4:
Biosysthesis and the Release of Energy
C2-5:
Cell Division
C2-6:
Cell Differentiation and Communication
D:
Developmental/Organismal Biology
D1:
Animal Structures
D1-1:
Tissues, Organs, and Organ Systems
D1-2:
Skeleton, Muscle, and Skin
D1-3:
The Nervous System
D1-4:
Internal Transport System
D1-5:
Internal Protection
D1-6:
Gas Exchange
D2:
Growth and Development of Animals
D2-1:
Fertilization and Embryo Development
D2-2:
Embryonic Development and Incubation
D2-3:
Nutrients for Maintenance, Growth, and Reproduction
D2-4:
Animal Behavior
D2-5:
Starch Digestion by Enzyme Action
D2-6:
Protein Digestion by Enzyme Action
D2-7:
Nutrient Absorption
D2-8:
Recognizing Animal Health and Disease
D2-9:
Growth Hormones in Animals
D2-10:
Effect of Antibiotics on Bacteria
D2-11:
Mastitis: A Bacterial Infection in Dairy Cattle
D3:
Animal Reproduction
D3-1:
The Reproductive System
D3-2:
Artificial Insemination in Animal Science
D3-3:
Sperm Evaluation
D4:
Aquaculture
D4-1:
Effect of Temperature on Cold-Blooded Animals
D4-2:
Factors Affecting Dissolved Oxygen in Water
D4-3:
Microbial Cycling of Nitrogen
E:
Organ and Organ Systems- Cellular Level
E1:
Organ Systems
E1-1:
The Functions and Processes of Organs
F:
Developmental Genetics
F1:
Animal Genetics and Biotechnology
F1-1:
Animal Genetics and Probability
F1-2:
Principles of DNA
F1-3:
Biotechnology in Animal Science
G:
Evolution
G1:
Mechanisms of Evolution
G1-1:
Principles of Evolution
G1-2:
Population Genetics
H:
Ecology
H1:
Ecology and Agriculture
H1-1:
Community Ecology
H1-2:
Humans and the Environment
ALSF: Advanced Life Sciences- Foods
A:
Chemistry of Food
A1:
Basic Principles of Food Science
A1-1:
The Chemical Basis of Foods
A1-2:
Organic Compounds in Foods
A1-3:
Nutrient Properties and Functions
A1-4:
Food Microorganisms and Safety
A2:
Handling and Storing Food Products
A2-1:
Determining Food Nutrients
A2-2:
Oxidative Rancidity
A2-3:
pH and Fermentation
A3:
Food Additives and Preservatives
A3-1:
Keeping Food Safe
A3-2:
Testing for Food Additives
A3-3:
Enzymatic Browning
A4:
Processing and Preserving Meat Products
A4-1:
The Science of Curing Meats
A4-2:
Curing Ingredients in Meat Products
A4-3:
Water Binding in Meat
A4-4:
Salt as a Food Preservative
B:
Health, Safety, and Microbiology of Food
B1:
Processing and Preserving Dairy Products
B1-1:
Pasteurized Milk as an Ecological System for Bacteria
B1-2:
Souring Milk
B1-3:
Yogurt Production
B1-4:
Making Cheese
B1-5:
Making Ice Cream
B2:
Physical Properties of Food and Processing Systems
B2-1:
Viscosity: Fluid Food Rheology
B2-2:
Solid Food Rheology: Tomatoes
B2-3:
Rapid Chilling of Meat Products
B3:
Chemical Properties of Food and Processing Systems
B3-1:
Algin Worms
B3-2:
Chemistry of Popcorn
B3-3:
Testing for Vitamin C in Foods
B3-4:
Pressure and Boiling Point
C:
Food Industry
C1:
Food Industry
C1-1:
Food Industry
ALSP: Advanced Life Sciences- Plant
A:
Scientific Investigations
A1:
Conducting Scientific Investigations in Agriculture
A1-1:
Exploring Research Methods in Agriculture
A1-2:
Designing and Conducting Agricultural Research
A1-3:
Using Scientific Measurement
A1-4:
Reporting Agricultural Research
A1-5:
Safety in the Laboratory
A1-6:
Tools and Equipment in the Laboratory
B:
Taxonomy and Classification
B1:
Plant Classification
B1-1:
Identifying and Classifying Plants
C:
Molecules and Plant Cells
C1:
Atoms and Molecules
C1-1:
The Basis of Life
C1-2:
Organic Compounds and Synthesis
C2:
Cellular Biology
C2-1:
Processes within the Plant Cells
C2-2:
Energy Transformation in Plants: Photosynthesis
C2-3:
Cellular Respiration
C2-4:
Separating Plant Pigments by Chromatography
D:
Development and Function of Plant Systems
D1:
Reproduction in Plants
D1-1:
Examining Parts of a Flower
D1-2:
Influence of Temperature on Pollen Germination
D1-3:
Propaging Plants Asexually
D1-4:
Tissue Culture
D2:
Seed Germination
D2-1:
Conducting the Warm Test and TZ Test for Seed Germination
D2-2:
The Role of the Embryo in Germination
D2-3:
Environmental Factors Affecting Seed Germination
D2-4:
Salinity and Seed Germination
D2-5:
Osmotic Turgescence: The Forces of Plant Growth
D3:
Plant Growth and Development
D3-1:
Meristem Tissues and Cell Differentiation
D3-2:
Root Tissues and Functions
D3-3:
Stem Tissues and Functions
D3-4:
Leaf Tissues and Functions
D3-5:
Transpiration in Plants
D3-6:
Homeostatic Responses: The Tropisms
D3-7:
Plant Tissue Testing
D3-8:
Hydroponics
D3-9:
Plant Responses to Herbicide Application
D3-10:
Plant Growth Regulators
D3-11:
Plant Pests, Defenses, and Controls
E:
Plant Genetics- Chemistry and Expression
E1:
Plant Genetics
E1-1:
Priciples of Heredity: Albinism in Corn
E1-2:
Principles of Heredity: Variation in Corn
F:
Evolutionary Trends and Ecology
F1:
Selection and Biotechnology
F1-1:
Evolutionary Trends
F1-2:
Biotechnology
G:
Ecology
G1:
Agriculture and the Environment
G1-1:
Sustainable Agricultural Practices
G1-2:
Maintaining Water Quality
G1-3:
Effects of Pollutants on Plant Growth
G1-4:
Fuels from Crops
H:
Physical Environment
H1:
Soil Science
H1-1:
Determining the Nature of Soil
H1-2:
Understanding Soil Formation
H1-3:
Understanding Soil Color
H1-4:
Understanding Soil Texture and Structure
H1-5:
Explaining a Soil Profile
H1-6:
Understanding Moisture Holding Capacity
H1-7:
Understanding Soil Chemistry
AFNR: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources AFNR (FFA/SAE/Leadership)
A:
Introduction to the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) Industry
A1:
The AFNR Industry's Role in Society
A1-1:
Nature and Importance of the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Industry
A1-2:
History of U.S. Agriculture Up to the 20th Century
A1-3:
History of U.S. Agriculture from the 20th Century to Today
A1-4:
Agricultural Commodities in the United States
A1-5:
Trends in Consumer Preference
A1-6:
Government Agencies and Private Organizations in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Industry
A1-7:
Agriculture’s Impact on the World Economy
A1-8:
World Food Supply
B:
FFA
B1:
History and Tradition of FFA
B1-1:
History of Agricultural Education and Student Organizations
B1-2:
FFA Mission, Motto, and Creed
B1-3:
FFA Colors, Emblem, and Official Dress
B2:
Student, Chapter, and Community Development through FFA
B2-1:
FFA Membership and Degrees
B2-2:
Opportunities in FFA
B2-3:
FFA Career Development Events
B2-4:
FFA Chapter Leadership
B2-5:
Community Development Through FFA
B3:
FFA Meetings
B3-1:
Conducting Effective Chapter Meetings
B3-2:
Parliamentary Law
C:
Supervised Agricultural Experiences
C1:
Supervised Agricultural Experiences
C1-1:
Understanding Benefits of an SAE Program
C1-2:
Selecting Your SAE Program
C1-3:
Getting Started with Your SAE Program
C1-4:
Maintaining Your SAE Program
C1-5:
Year-End Closing of SAE Records
D:
Communication Skills
D1:
Introduction to Communications
D1-1:
Introduction to Communication
D1-2:
Effective Communication Techniques
D2:
Written Communications
D2-1:
Written Communication
D2-2:
Print-Media News Releases and Advertisements
D3:
Verbal Communications
D3-1:
Effective Listening Techniques
D3-2:
Verbal Communication
D3-3:
Public Speaking
D3-4:
Preparing a Speech
D3-5:
Effective Prepared Speaking Techniques
D3-6:
Debating Current Agriculture Issues
E:
Careers in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Industry
E1:
Exploring Careers
E1-1:
Assessing Career Interests
E1-2:
Education and Skills
E1-3:
Pay and Benefits
E1-4:
Exploring Careers in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
