Goal: To gain an overview of the capabilities and potential of biotechnology.

Description: Biotechnology is one of the fastest growing and most exciting fields in science. Scientists in plant, animal and human medical services discuss examples of cloning and transgenics— the removal and transplantation of genes into other organisms. Explore human tissue and organ replacement, nutrition augmentation in foods, pest and drought resistance for plants, disease treatment and many other possibilities of biotechnology. Students will appreciate the computer-generated imagery and video microscopy which clearly explains the potentially difficult and abstract concepts of the cell, the nucleus, chromosomes, DNA, genes, mitosis and meiosis.

Objectives:

1. The student will understand basic principles of biology.

2. The student will analyze the applications of biotechnology in plants.

3. The student will examine the applications of biotechnology in animals and medicine.

Animal Behavior – continued

Goal: To help students gain a basic understanding of animal behavior.

Description: Students will learn to understand the importance of animal behavior in ethology. Also, students will learn about pheromones, hormones, external factors and learned behaviors which affect and animal’s behavior as well as being able to describe the importance animal behavior has on human psychology and social sciences.

Objectives: 1. To assess the importance of studying animal behavior in ethology. 2. To analyze the factors affecting animal behavior. 3. To describe the importance animal behavior has on human psychology and social sciences.

Animal Behavior

Goal: To help students gain a basic understanding of animal behavior.

Description: Students will learn to understand the importance of animal behavior in ethology. Also, students will learn about pheromones, hormones, external factors and learned behaviors which affect and animal’s behavior as well as being able to describe the importance animal behavior has on human psychology and social sciences.

Objectives: 1. To assess the importance of studying animal behavior in ethology. 2. To analyze the factors affecting animal behavior. 3. To describe the importance animal behavior has on human psychology and social sciences.

Goal: To gain an understanding of the structures and processes related to genetics and how they impact the livestock industry.

Description: This presentation explores the fundamental principles of heredity and variation. Terms such as cell, chromosomes, DNA and RNA are defined and described to aid in the understanding of the genetic process. Detailed graphics and illustration of topics, such as the process of meiosis and mitosis, will increase comprehension of the more advanced genetic concepts. The history of inheritance is also discussed, as well as the use of technology to improve genetic outcomes and to benefit the livestock industry.

Objectives:

1. To understand the structure of DNA and RNA.

2. To identify and comprehend the processes related to cell division.

3. To explore the importance of animal genetics and the role it plays in the livestock industry.

Goal: To understand the basic anatomy of the endocrine, immune and integumentary systems.

Description: Take a visual, introductory journey through the endocrine, immune, and integumentary systems. Using a variety of special effects, endoscopic video of organs inside a living organism, three dimensional graphics and specimens of dissected organs, experts of human anatomy, animal science, muscle biology and comparative anatomy use more than a century of combined experience to give an understanding of what makes higher level organisms function. This program offers a comparative view of the organ systems elements of different animal species and classes, including fish, poultry, cattle, sheep, goats, pigs and humans, offering a wider perspective and a more thorough understanding of the structures and functions within these systems.

Objectives: 1. To understand the basic functions of the endocrine, immune and integumentary systems. 2. To understand the different types of the endocrine, immune and integumentary systems. 3. To identify basic structures associated with the endocrine, immune and integumentary systems.

Goal: To give viewers a basic knowledge and understanding of both the circulatory and respiratory systems.

Description: Take a visual, introductory journey through the circulatory & respiratory systems. Using a variety of special effects, three-dimensional graphics and specimens of dissected organs, experts of human anatomy, animal science, muscle biology and comparative anatomy give an understanding of what makes higher level organisms function. This program offers a comparative view of the organ system elements of different animal species and classes, including fish, poultry, sheep, goats, pigs and humans, offering a wider perspective and a more thorough understanding of structures and functions with these systems.

Objectives: 1. To identify basic structures of both systems. 2. To understand basic functions of the organs in both systems. 3. To understand processes associated with circulation and respiration.

Nervous, Skeletal & Muscular Systems

Goal: To understand the basic anatomy of the nervous, skeletal and muscular systems.

Description: Take a visual, introductory journey through the nervous, skeletal and muscular systems. Using a variety of special effects, endoscopic video of organs inside a living organism, three-dimensional graphics and specimens of dissected organs, experts of human anatomy, animal science, muscle biology and comparative anatomy use more than a century of combined experience to give an understanding of what makes higher level organisms function. This program offers a comparative view of the organ systems elements of different animal species and classes, including fish, poultry, cattle, sheep, goats, pigs and humans, offering a wider perspective and a more thorough understanding of the structures and functions within these systems.

Objectives: 1. To understand the basic functions of the nervous, skeletal and muscular systems.

2. To understand the different types of the nervous, skeletal and muscular systems.

3. To identify basic structures associated with the nervous, skeletal and muscular systems.

Goal: To learn about appropriate professional behaviors including how to dress, speak and contribute to a collaborative team.

Description: This lesson will teach students about professional standards and conduct. Students will explore what it means to be professional in a work setting, including time management skills, professional dress, professional communication and collaboration.

Objectives:

1. To demonstrate knowledge of professional standards required by business and industry.

2. To conduct oneself in a manner appropriate for the profession.

3. To prioritize tasks using time management skills.

4. To demonstrate written and oral communication in a clear, concise and effective manner.

5. To facilitate collaboration among a group to achieve positive outcomes.

Lesson Plan: Week 17- December 13th-17th

Lesson title: Final Exam Review and Exams

Lesson Plan: Week 16- December 6th-10th

Lesson title: Review