Skills Guide - Agriculture Production Technology

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Reading Skills		Skill Level
1.	Recognize common words and meanings	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
2.	Recognize task-related words with technical meanings.	TAUGHT in the program
3.	Recognize meanings of common abbreviations, acronyms, codes, and symbols.	REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)
4.	Identify factual details within text.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
5.	Follow sequential directions to complete a task.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
6.	Determine the main idea of a passage.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
7	Use table of contents, index, appendices, glossary section headings, and subheadings.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
8.	Locate pages, titles, paragraphs, figures, or charts needed to answer questions or solve problems.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
9.	Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information in text or visuals.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
10.	Skim or scan to determine whether or not text contains relevant information.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
11.	Cross-reference within and across source materials to select information to perform a routine.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
12.	Use information entered on a form to complete a task.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
13.	Combine information from multiple sources that contribute to the completion of a task.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program.
14.	Select parts of text or visual materials to complete a task.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program.
15.	Read column charts to obtain information.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
16.	Locate chart information from a grid or rows and columns.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
17.	Cross-reference charted material with text.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
18.	Apply information from tables or graphs to locate malfunctions or select actions.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
19.	Use flow charts and organizational charts to sequence events, arrive at a decision, or problem solve.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
20.	Identify components within a schematic.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
21.	Isolate problem components in schematics, tracing to cause of problem and interpreting symbols.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
22.	Identify details, labels, numbers, parts of an illustration, and parts from a key or legend.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
23.	Follow sequenced illustrations as a guide.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
24.	Interpret three-dimensional drawings of objects for assembly or disassembly.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
25.	Determine meanings of figurative, idiomatic, or technical usage of terms, using context clues as reference.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
26.	Make inferences from text.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
27.	Organize information from multiple sources.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
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Language Skills		Skill Level
1.	Articulate words clearly when speaking.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
2.	Make standard English usage choices.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
3.	Adjust language level to the audience and the situation.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
4.	Spell general vocabulary words correctly.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
5.	Write key technical words accurately on forms.	TAUGHT in the program
6.	Spell task-related words and abbreviations correctly.	REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)
7.	Write complete sentences	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
8.	Punctuate sentences correctly.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
9.	Enter appropriate information onto a form.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
10.	Record essential information in phrases or simple sentences.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
11.	Transfer numbers, codes, dates and figures onto appropriate sections of forms.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
12.	Select relevant details for a written communication.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
13.	Outline a situation by identifying key ideas and support details.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
14.	Write brief, descriptive accounts of activities or transactions performed.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
15.	State general impressions of an event or situation as they relate to specific reporting goals.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
16.	Summarize events and dialogue in an accurate, complete, and objective manner.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
17.	Summarize the major points presented in a written communication.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
18.	Generate a written communication according to a specific format (e.g., memo)	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
19.	Write a report including necessary support documentation.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
20.	Identify intent, target audience, and essential details.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
21.	Generate a written communication, arranging sections logically.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
22.	Write a brief justification for actions taken and provide good reason for rejecting alternative actions.	MASTERED prior to enrollment will not be retaught in the program)
23.	Appraise a written communication and make adjustments to improve clarity.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
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Math Skills – Whole Numbers		Skill Level
1.	Read and write whole numbers.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
2.	Round whole numbers.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
3.	Add whole numbers	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
4.	Subtract whole numbers.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
5.	Multiply whole numbers.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
6.	Divide whole numbers.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
7.	Apply divisibility tests.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
8.	Use correct order of operations.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
9.	Recognize prime and composite numbers.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
10.	Do calculations mentally.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
11.	Estimate answers.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
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Math Skills - Fractions		Skill Level
12.	Read and write fractions.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
13.	Round to the nearest ½ or whole.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
14.	Arrange fractions in order.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
15.	Reduce fractions to lowest terms.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
16.	Change mixed numbers to improper fractions.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
17.	Change fractions to equivalent fractions.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
18.	Add fractions.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
19.	Subtract fractions.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
20.	Multiply fractions.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
21.	Divide fractions.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
22.	Estimate answers.	REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)
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Math Skills – Decimials		Skill Level
23.	Read and write decimals.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
24.	Round decimals.	REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)
25.	Arrange decimals in order.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
26.	Add decimals.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
27.	Subtract decimals.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
28.	Multiply decimals.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
29.	Divide decimals.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
30.	Change fractions to decimals.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
31.	Change decimals to fractions.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
32.	Use scientific notation.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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Math Skills – Percent		Skill Level
33.	Read and write percents.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
34.	Change percents to decimals.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
35.	Change decimals to percents.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
36.	Change percents to fractions.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
37.	Change fractions to percents.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
38.	Use ratio and proportion.	REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)
39.	Compute a percent of a number. (EX: What is 6% of 40?)	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
40.	Find what percent one number is of another. (EX: 6 is what % pf 8?)	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
41.	Find the base. (EX: 9 is 10% of what)	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
42.	Compute: discounts, markup, tax commission.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
43.	Compute simple interest.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
44.	Compute compound interest.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
45.	Compute percentages mentally.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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Math Skills – Direct Measurement		Skill Level
46.	Measure to the nearest 1/16 inch.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
47.	Use inches, feet, yards, miles.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
48.	Measure to the nearest millimeter.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
49.	Use millimeter, centimeter, meter, kilometer.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
50.	Measure weight to the nearest ounce.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
51.	Measure weight to the nearest gram.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
52.	Measure angles to the nearest degree.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
53.	Measure temperature (Fahrenheit).	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
54.	Measure temperature (Celsius).	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
55.	Measure perimeter	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
56.	Measure circumference.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
57.	Use an architects/engineers scale.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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Math Skills – Computed Measurement		Skill Level
58.	Convert from Metric to English units.	REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)
59.	Convert from English to Metric units.	REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)
60.	Compute areas of squares, rectangles, and parallelograms.	REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)
61.	Compute areas of triangles.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
62.	Compute areas of trapezoids.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
63.	Compute areas of circles.	REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)
64.	Use square inches, feet, and yards.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
65.	Use square millimeters, centimeters, and meters.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
66.	Compute volume of rectangular solids.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
67.	Compute volume of cylindrical solids.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
68.	Use cubic inches, feet, and yards.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
69.	Use cubic millimeters, centimeters, and meters.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
70.	Compute mass from volume and density.	REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)
71.	Find degree of precision/accuracy of calculations and measurements.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
72.	Identify significant digits.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
73.	Use the Pythagorean theorem	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
74.	Do geometric constructions.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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Math Skills – Statistics		Skill Level
75.	Calculate mean.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
76.	Find median.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
77.	Find mode.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
78.	Construct line, bar, circle, and picture graphs.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
79.	Interpret graphs.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
80.	Calculate simple probabilities.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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Learning Skills		Skill Level
1.	Use effective textbook study techniques.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
2.	Take competent notes from lecture.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
3.	Take tests in objective formats.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
4.	Take essay tests.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
5.	Locate materials in library.	REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)
6.	Plan a reasonable study schedule.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
7.	Follow sequential instructions.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
8.	Develop sequential instructions.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
9.	Make accurate observations.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
10.	Identify significant similarities and differences between two or more items.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
11.	Classify or match items by their distinguishing features.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
12.	Draw logical inferences based on observations.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
13.	Identify cause and effect relationships.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
14.	Given a problem, analyze the situation and identify and evaluate possible causes.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
15.	Given a problem, identify and evaluate alternative solutions and arrive at a workable solution.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
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Computer Skills		Skill Level
1.	Operate a microcomputer system.	MASTERED prior to enrollment (will not be retaught in the program)
2.	Demonstrate keyboarding skills.	TAUGHT in the program
3.	Use a word processing program	TAUGHT in the program
4.	Use a desktop publishing program.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
5.	Use a spreadsheet program.	TAUGHT in the program
6.	Use a data base program.	REVIEWED briefly in the program (familiarity needed before program entry)
7.	Use a graphics program.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
8.	Use a computer aided drafting program.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
9.	Use a computer assisted manufacturing program.	NOT APPLICABLE to the program
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