Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Animal Science (2013)

Other Kansas CTE sets

Animal OriginAS.01.01

  • 1

    Identify the origin, significance, distribution and domestication of animal species.AS.01.01.1

  • 2

    Define major components of the animal industry. AS.01.01.2

Classify AnimalsAS.02.01

  • 1

    Explain the importance of the binomial system of nomenclature. AS.02.01.1

  • 2

    Identify major animal species by common and scientific names. AS.02.01.2

Comparative Anatomy & PhysiologyAS.02.02

  • 1

    Identify basic characteristics of animal cells, tissues, organs and body systems.AS.02.02.1

  • 2

    Diagram a typical animal cell and identify the organelles.AS.02.02.2

  • 3

    Describe the basic functions of animal cells in growth and reproduction. AS.02.02.3

  • 4

    Describe the properties, locations, functions and types of animal tissues. AS.02.02.4

  • 5

    Describe the properties, locations, functions and types of animal organs.  AS.02.02.5

  • 6

    Describe the functions of the animal body systems and system components. AS.02.02.6

Selecting AnimalsAS.02.03

  • 1

    Identify ways an animal’s health can be affected by anatomical and physiological disorders.AS.02.03.1

  • 2

    Create a program to develop an animal to its highest potential performance.AS.02.03.2

Prevention & Treatment of AnimalsAS.03.01

  • 1

    Explain methods of determining animal health and disorders.  AS.03.01.1

  • 2

    Identify common diseases, parasites and physiological disorders that affect animals.AS.03.01.2

  • 3

    Explain characteristics of causative agents and vectors of diseases and disorders in animals.AS.03.01.3

  • 4

    Explain the clinical significance of common considerations in veterinary treatments, such as aseptic techniques.AS.03.01.4

  • 5

    Identify and describe zoonotic diseases.  AS.03.01.5

BiosecurityAS.03.02

  • 1

    Explain the importance of biosecurity to the animal industry. AS.03.02.1

Formulate Feed RationsAS.04.01

  • 1

    Compare and contrast common types of feedstuffs and the roles they play in the diets of animals.AS.04.01.1

  • 2

    Explain the importance of a balanced ration for animals. AS.04.01.2

Feed Additives & Growth PromotantsAS.04.02

  • 1

    Explain the purpose and benefits of feed additives and growth promotants in animal production.  AS.04.02.1

Male & Female Reproductive SystemsAS.05.01

  • 1

    Explain the male and female reproductive organs of the major animal species. AS.05.01.1

Breeding Readiness & SoundnessAS.05.02

  • 1

    Explain how age, size, life cycle, maturity level and health status affect the reproductive efficiency of male and female animals.AS.05.02.1

  • 2

    Discuss the importance of efficient and economic reproduction in animals. AS.05.02.2

Scientific Principles in BreedingAS.05.03

  • 1

    Explain genetic inheritance in agricultural animals.AS.05.03.1

  • 2

    Define natural and artificial breeding methods. AS.05.03.2

  • 3

    Explain the use of quantitative breeding values (e.g., EPDs) in the selection of genetically superior breeding stock.AS.05.03.3

  • 4

    Explain the advantages of major reproductive management practices, including estrous synchronization, superovulation, flushing and embryo transfer. AS.05.03.4

  • 5

    Discuss the uses and advantages and disadvantages of natural breeding and artificial insemination. AS.05.03.5

Safe Animal HandlingAS.06.01

  • 1

    Discuss the dangers involved in working with animals.AS.06.01.1

  • 2

    Explain the implications of animal welfare and animal rights for animal agriculture.AS.06.01.2

Animal Product SafetyAS.06.02

  • 1

    Identify animal production practices that could pose health risks or are considered to pose risks by some.AS.06.02.1

  • 2

    Describe how animal identification systems can track an animal’s location, nutrition requirements, production progress and changes in health. AS.06.02.2

Design Animal FacilitiesAS.07.01

  • 1

    Identify facilities needed to house and produce each animal species safely and efficiently. AS.07.01.1

  • 2

    Identify equipment and handling facilities used in modern animal production.AS.07.01.2

Government Regulations & StandardsAS.07.02

  • 1

    List the general standards (e.g., environmental, zoning, construction) that must be met in facilities for animal production. AS.07.02.1

Reducing Environment EffectsAS.08.01

  • 1

    Evaluate the effects of animal agriculture on the environment.AS.08.01.1

Environment Conditions on AnimalsAS.08.02

  • 1

    Identify optimal environmental conditions for animals. AS.08.02.1

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Animal Science-18101 Kansas Agricultural Education

Find this useful?

If so, you'll love the standards search built into Common Planner.

Keep exploring

Keep exploring CTE standards

Sibling grade bands, other subjects in this jurisdiction, and the same subject across other states.

More Kansas CTE sets

CTE