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Agricultural Power Systems, Advanced (8020 - 36 weeks)

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Agricultural Power Systems, Advanced (8020 - 36 weeks)APSA

  • A

    Demonstrating Personal Qualities and Abilities APSA.1

    1. 1

      Demonstrate creativity and innovation.APSA.1.1

    2. 2

      Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving.APSA.1.2

    3. 3

      Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.APSA.1.3

    4. 4

      Demonstrate integrity.APSA.1.4

    5. 5

      Demonstrate work ethic.APSA.1.5

  • B

    Demonstrating Interpersonal SkillsAPSA.2

    1. 6

      Demonstrate conflict-resolution skills.APSA.2.6

    2. 7

      Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.APSA.2.7

    3. 8

      Demonstrate respect for diversity.APSA.2.8

    4. 9

      Demonstrate customer service skills.APSA.2.9

    5. 10

      Collaborate with team members.APSA.2.10

  • C

    Demonstrating Professional CompetenciesAPSA.3

    1. 11

      Demonstrate big-picture thinking.APSA.3.11

    2. 12

      Demonstrate career- and life-management skills.APSA.3.12

    3. 13

      Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability.APSA.3.13

    4. 14

      Manage time and resources.APSA.3.14

    5. 15

      Demonstrate information-literacy skills.APSA.3.15

    6. 16

      Demonstrate an understanding of information security.APSA.3.16

    7. 17

      Maintain working knowledge of current information-technology (IT) systems.APSA.3.17

    8. 18

      Demonstrate proficiency with technologies, tools, and machines common to a specific occupation.APSA.3.18

    9. 19

      Apply mathematical skills to job-specific tasks.APSA.3.19

    10. 20

      Demonstrate professionalism.APSA.3.20

    11. 21

      Demonstrate reading and writing skills.APSA.3.21

    12. 22

      Demonstrate workplace safety.APSA.3.22

  • D

    Examining All Aspects of an IndustryAPSA.4

    1. 23

      Examine aspects of planning within an industry/organization.APSA.4.23

    2. 24

      Examine aspects of management within an industry/organization.APSA.4.24

    3. 25

      Examine aspects of financial responsibility within an industry/organization.APSA.4.25

    4. 26

      Examine technical and production skills required of workers within an industry/organization.APSA.4.26

    5. 27

      Examine principles of technology that underlie an industry/organization.APSA.4.27

    6. 28

      Examine labor issues related to an industry/organization.APSA.4.28

    7. 29

      Examine community issues related to an industry/organization.APSA.4.29

    8. 30

      Examine health, safety, and environmental issues related to an industry/organization.APSA.4.30

  • E

    Addressing Elements of Student Life APSA.5

    1. 31

      Identify the purposes and goals of the student organization.APSA.5.31

    2. 32

      Explain the benefits and responsibilities of membership in the student organization as a student and in professional/civic organizations as an adult.APSA.5.32

    3. 33

      Demonstrate leadership skills through participation in student organization activities, such as meetings, programs, and projects.APSA.5.33

    4. 34

      Identify Internet safety issues and procedures for complying with acceptable use standards.APSA.5.34

  • F

    Exploring Work-Based LearningAPSA.6

    1. 35

      Identify the types of work-based learning (WBL) opportunities.APSA.6.35

    2. 36

      Reflect on lessons learned during the WBL experience.APSA.6.36

    3. 37

      Explore career opportunities related to the WBL experience.APSA.6.37

    4. 38

      Participate in a WBL experience, when appropriate.APSA.6.38

  • G

    Exploring Leadership Opportunities through FFAAPSA.7

    1. 39

      Identify the role of supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs) in agricultural education.APSA.7.39

    2. 40

      Participate in an SAE.APSA.7.40

    3. 41

      Identify the benefits and responsibilities of FFA membership.APSA.7.41

    4. 42

      Describe leadership characteristics and opportunities APSA they relate to agriculture and FFA.APSA.7.42

    5. 43

      Apply for an FFA degree and/or an agricultural proficiency award.APSA.7.43

  • H

    Applying Safety Practices in the Agricultural Mechanics LabAPSA.8

    1. 44

      Demonstrate safe practices in the agricultural mechanics lab.APSA.8.44

    2. 45

      Identify marked safety areas and posted evacuation routes.APSA.8.45

    3. 46

      Explain the use of eye wash stations.APSA.8.46

    4. 47

      Demonstrate knowledge of SDS.APSA.8.47

    5. 48

      Use protective clothing and equipment.APSA.8.48

    6. 49

      Demonstrate the use, storage, and disposal of chemicals.APSA.8.49

    7. 50

      Explain the use of fire protection equipment.APSA.8.50

    8. 51

      Demonstrate the safe use of standard and metric hand tools.APSA.8.51

    9. 52

      Demonstrate the safe use of power tools and equipment.APSA.8.52

    10. 53

      Use standard and metric precision measuring tools.APSA.8.53

  • I

    Performing General Mechanical MaintenanceAPSA.9

    1. 54

      Identify lab and maintenance safety procedures and protocols.APSA.9.54

    2. 55

      Identify hazards associated with using and servicing farm machinery and equipment.APSA.9.55

    3. 56

      Demonstrate safe use of maintenance tools and equipment.APSA.9.56

    4. 57

      Maintain equipment.APSA.9.57

  • J

    Maintaining and Servicing Hydraulic and Pneumatic SystemsAPSA.10

    1. 58

      Explain safety considerations regarding chemical exposure (e.g., to fuels, solvents, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers and veterinary chemicals) when working with farm equipment and machinery.APSA.10.58

    2. 59

      Explain safety considerations when working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.APSA.10.59

    3. 60

      Explain the fundamental operating principles of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.APSA.10.60

    4. 61

      Explain the operation of open and closed center hydraulic systems.APSA.10.61

    5. 62

      Calculate hydraulic pressure and force, using Pascal's law.APSA.10.62

    6. 63

      Explain the importance of hydraulic system service and maintenance.APSA.10.63

    7. 64

      Use a flow meter and test gauge to measure the performance of a hydraulic system.APSA.10.64

    8. 65

      Repair a hydraulic component.APSA.10.65

    9. 66

      Repair a hydraulic-assist transmission.APSA.10.66

    10. 67

      Repair hydrostatic drives.APSA.10.67

  • K

    Maintaining and Servicing Electrical SystemsAPSA.11

    1. 68

      Explain safety considerations when working with electrical systems and in proximity to electricity.APSA.11.68

    2. 69

      Interpret electrical schematics.APSA.11.69

    3. 70

      Use electrical diagrams to locate components on equipment.APSA.11.70

    4. 71

      Test electrical components and devices.APSA.11.71

  • L

    Maintaining and Servicing the Ignition CircuitAPSA.12

    1. 72

      Explain the operation of the ignition circuit.APSA.12.72

    2. 73

      Troubleshoot the ignition switch.APSA.12.73

  • M

    Maintaining and Servicing the Starting CircuitAPSA.13

    1. 74

      Explain the operation of the starting circuit.APSA.13.74

    2. 75

      Troubleshoot the safety switch.APSA.13.75

    3. 76

      Troubleshoot the starter solenoid.APSA.13.76

    4. 77

      Troubleshoot glow plugs on diesel engines.APSA.13.77

    5. 78

      Troubleshoot the starter.APSA.13.78

    6. 79

      Replace defective parts of the starting circuit.APSA.13.79

  • N

    Maintaining and Servicing the Charging CircuitAPSA.14

    1. 80

      Explain the operation of the charging circuit.APSA.14.80

    2. 81

      Test the charging circuit.APSA.14.81

    3. 82

      Replace an amperage gauge.APSA.14.82

    4. 83

      Check the armature and fields of charging circuits.APSA.14.83

  • O

    Maintaining and Servicing Fuel SystemsAPSA.15

    1. 84

      Explain the operation of the components of a fuel system.APSA.15.84

    2. 85

      Explain the importance of proper fuel storage.APSA.15.85

    3. 86

      Explain the operating principles and maintenance of carburetors.APSA.15.86

    4. 87

      Repair various fuel systems.APSA.15.87

    5. 88

      Explain the operating principles and maintenance of a high-pressure fuel injector.APSA.15.88

    6. 89

      Service diesel fuel systems.APSA.15.89

    7. 90

      Service fuel tanks and lines.APSA.15.90

  • P

    Maintaining and Servicing the Air Intake SystemAPSA.16

    1. 91

      Explain the importance of servicing and maintaining air intake systems.APSA.16.91

    2. 92

      Explain how air filtration systems operate.APSA.16.92

    3. 93

      Service air cleaners (dry and oil bath).APSA.16.93

    4. 94

      Inspect intake and induction systems.APSA.16.94

  • Q

    Maintaining and Servicing the Cooling SystemAPSA.17

    1. 95

      Follow general safety precautions when maintaining cooling systems.APSA.17.95

    2. 96

      Explain the operation of the cooling system.APSA.17.96

    3. 97

      Check coolant levels.APSA.17.97

    4. 98

      Test radiator coolant.APSA.17.98

    5. 99

      Flush radiator.APSA.17.99

    6. 100

      Inspect cooling system components for wear.APSA.17.100

  • R

    Maintaining and Servicing the Lubrication SystemAPSA.18

    1. 101

      Follow safety procedures for servicing lubrication systems.APSA.18.101

    2. 102

      Explain the operation of lubrication systems.APSA.18.102

    3. 103

      Check the engine crankcase oil level.APSA.18.103

    4. 104

      Select appropriate lubricants based on quality and viscosity designations.APSA.18.104

    5. 105

      Change lubricants and filters.APSA.18.105

    6. 106

      Dispose of engine oils.APSA.18.106

  • S

    Testing, Servicing, and Repairing the Power UnitAPSA.19

    1. 107

      Test the power unit.APSA.19.107

    2. 108

      Service the power unit.APSA.19.108

    3. 109

      Repair the power unit.APSA.19.109

    4. 110

      Test engine compression.APSA.19.110

  • T

    Maintaining and Servicing the PowertrainAPSA.20

    1. 111

      Explain the theory of powertrain systems.APSA.20.111

    2. 112

      Explain the operational theory of brakes (wet and dry), torsion dampers, and torque converters.APSA.20.112

    3. 113

      Explain the operational theory of a final drive system.APSA.20.113

    4. 114

      Troubleshoot various powertrain systems.APSA.20.114

    5. 115

      Troubleshoot brakes (wet and dry), torsion dampers, and torque converters.APSA.20.115

    6. 116

      Troubleshoot final drives and differential systems.APSA.20.116

    7. 117

      Service power take-off drives.APSA.20.117

  • U

    Maintaining and Servicing Differentials, Transmissions, and AxlesAPSA.21

    1. 118

      Follow safety procedures related to differentials, transmissions, and axles.APSA.21.118

    2. 119

      Explain the operation of differentials, transmissions, and axles.APSA.21.119

    3. 120

      Check the transmission or differential lubricant levels on equipment.APSA.21.120

    4. 121

      Check tire pressure, wear, and defects.APSA.21.121

    5. 122

      Change the differential fluid(s).APSA.21.122

    6. 123

      Pack wheel bearings.APSA.21.123

  • V

    Maintaining and Servicing Storage BatteryAPSA.22

    1. 124

      Follow general safety when servicing batteries.APSA.22.124

    2. 125

      Use jumper cables to jump-start or charge a battery.APSA.22.125

    3. 126

      Service battery.APSA.22.126

  • W

    Performing Welding/Cutting OperationsAPSA.23

    1. 127

      Perform grinding operations with a pedestal/bench grinder and/or portable/hand-held disc/angle grinder.APSA.23.127

    2. 128

      Perform welding operations.APSA.23.128

    3. 129

      Cut metals.APSA.23.129

  • X

    Applying Protective CoatingsAPSA.24

    1. 130

      Prepare equipment for painting.APSA.24.130

    2. 131

      Clean equipment with a steam cleaner and/or high-pressure washer.APSA.24.131

    3. 132

      Apply protective coatings.APSA.24.132

  • Y

    Performing Administrative and Customer Sales DutiesAPSA.25

    1. 133

      Maintain current inventory, using an electronic inventory system.APSA.25.133

    2. 134

      Place orders using available resources.APSA.25.134

    3. 135

      Complete work orders, invoices, and requisitions for repairs.APSA.25.135

    4. 136

      Maintain clean and orderly customer and parts areas.APSA.25.136

    5. 137

      Explain repairs and expenses to customers using written estimates.APSA.25.137

    6. 138

      Complete an invoice.APSA.25.138

  • Z

    Maintaining and Servicing Harvesting Machinery and EquipmentAPSA.26

    1. 139

      Explain the operating fundamentals of harvesting equipment.APSA.26.139

    2. 140

      Perform diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures on harvesting equipment.APSA.26.140

    3. 141

      Set up harvesting equipment prior to and during in-field use to optimize performance according to conditions.APSA.26.141

  • AA

    Maintaining and Servicing Tillage and Seeding Application Machinery and EquipmentAPSA.27

    1. 142

      Explaining the fundamentals of machine operation, including tractor/implement compatibility.APSA.27.142

    2. 143

      Identify laws associated with tillage and seeding applications.APSA.27.143

    3. 144

      Set up tillage and seeding application equipment.APSA.27.144

    4. 145

      Perform diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures on tillage equipment.APSA.27.145

    5. 146

      Perform diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures on seeding equipment.APSA.27.146

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Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, and VOCATIONALTRAINING
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VA's CTE Resource Center

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