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K–12 Standards

Agricultural Metals: Grades 10, 11, 12

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Introduction to Agricultural Metals

  • 1.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions1.1.1

  • 1.2

    Examine the importance of agricultural metals

    1. 1.

      Identify examples of metal work in the agricultural industry, including common methods used1.2.1

    2. 2.

      Use a local directory to identify examples of businesses in the local area that work with metals1.2.2

    3. 3.

      Investigate and assess emerging technology in agricultural metals and give a report in class1.2.3

  • 1.3

    Discuss appropriate FFA activities and supervised experiences in agricultural metals

    1. 1.

      List FFA activities available in agricultural metals and explain the nature of the activities, including Career Development Events and Proficiency Awards1.3.1

    2. 2.

      Plan and/or expand supervised experiences in agricultural metal1.3.2

    3. 3.

      Maintain records on FFA and supervised experience participation1.3.3

Safety in Agricultural Metals Work

  • 2.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions2.1.1

  • 2.2

    Discuss the meaning and importance of safety in agricultural metals work

    1. 1.

      Explain hazards associated with agricultural metals2.2.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate proper lab procedures and first aid methods for accidents2.2.2

  • 2.3

    Describe the characteristics of a safe work environment

    1. 1.

      Identify safety colors used in agricultural mechanics labs2.3.1

    2. 2.

      Inspect the agricultural mechanics lab to determine whether proper safety colors are being used2.3.2

  • 2.4

    Describe the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)

    1. 1.

      Identify protective clothing and equipment which should be worn/used when working with agricultural metals2.4.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate how PPE is used2.4.2

    3. 3.

      Identify protective clothing for agricultural metals work2.4.3

    4. 4.

      Demonstrate proper actions to take if there is a fire in the agricultural metals lab2.4.4

Careers and Industry Certification

  • 3.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions3.1.1

  • 3.2

    Explain the meaning and importance of certification

    1. 1.

      Research and report the types of certification available and the training needed for each type3.2.1

    2. 2.

      Identify the meaning and role of continuing education3.2.2

    3. 3.

      Identify organizations that promote agricultural metals work, particularly welding3.2.3

  • 3.3

    Discuss employment opportunities in agricultural metals, including welding

    1. 1.

      List examples of jobs in the area of agricultural metals3.3.1

    2. 2.

      Identify education and skill preparation needed for entering a job3.3.2

    3. 3.

      Identify personal attributes for success in an agricultural metals occupation3.3.3

Metals and Metal Work

  • 4.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions4.1.1

  • 4.2

    Discuss safety practices in cold metal work

    1. 1.

      List cold metal safety practices4.2.1

    2. 2.

      List the steps to follow in case of an accident4.2.2

  • 4.3

    Discuss the kinds of metals used and how to distinguish between them

    1. 1.

      Identify types of metal stock4.3.1

    2. 2.

      Distinguish between ferrous and nonferrous metals4.3.2

    3. 3.

      Identify the shapes of metal materials used in agriculture4.3.3

  • 4.4

    Select and use tools in cold metal work

    1. 1.

      Identify tools used in cold metal work4.4.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate the use of the following cold metal tools: hacksaw, cold chisel, fire, and drill4.4.2

  • 4.5

    Discuss the uses of taps and dies in agricultural metals work

    1. 1.

      Identify how tap and drill sizes are selected4.5.1

    2. 2.

      Use tap to thread inside steel plate4.5.2

    3. 3.

      Identify how dies are selected based on rod diameter4.5.3

    4. 4.

      Use a die to thread a steel rod4.5.4

Tool Fitting

  • 5.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions5.1.1

  • 5.2

    Discuss safety practices in tool fitting

    1. 1.

      List potential hazards in tool fitting work5.2.1

    2. 2.

      List rules of safe work with tool fitting5.2.2

  • 5.3

    Identify tools that may need fitting

    1. 1.

      List tools that commonly need fitting5.3.1

    2. 2.

      List the reasons for tool fitting5.3.2

  • 5.4

    Perform needed reconditioning of tools

    1. 1.

      List tools and equipment used in tool fitting5.4.1

    2. 2.

      Describe use of tools and equipment in tool fitting5.4.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate techniques in tool fitting5.4.3

Advanced Oxyacetylene Welding and Cutting

  • 6.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions6.1.1

  • 6.2

    Discuss safety precautions with gas welding

    1. 1.

      Use PPE in the operation of gas welding equipment6.2.1

    2. 2.

      Wear proper protective clothing in operation of gas welding equipment6.2.2

    3. 3.

      Properly operate gas welding equipment to assure safety, including turning on and off6.2.3

    4. 4.

      Assure safety of property used with gas welding and cutting and in the vicinity of the work6.2.4

  • 6.3

    Discuss the use of gasses in metal work

    1. 1.

      Name and describe fuel gasses, including acetylene, MAPP® gas, propane, and natural gas6.3.1

    2. 2.

      Explain the role of oxygen in welding and cutting6.3.2

  • 6.4

    Describe tools and equipment for gas welding and cutting

    1. 1.

      Assemble oxyacetylene equipment6.4.1

    2. 2.

      Distinguish tanks (cylinders), hoses, and fittings as to use for oxygen and gas6.4.2

    3. 3.

      Test hoses and connections for proper assembly and leaks6.4.3

  • 6.5

    Describe the correct flame for welding and cutting

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate the proper way to light a torch6.5.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate adjustment to obtain the correct flame for welding and cutting6.5.2

    3. 3.

      Distinguish between neutral, oxidizing, and carburizing flames6.5.3

  • 6.6

    Explain the process of oxyacetylene cutting

    1. 1.

      Identify temperatures produced by cutting flames6.6.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate proper torch setup and adjustment for cutting6.6.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate the procedure to follow in safely cutting steel6.6.3

  • 6.7

    Explain the kinds and processes of oxyacetylene welding

    1. 1.

      Distinguish between the kinds and uses of oxyacetylene welding6.7.1

    2. 2.

      Distinguish between welding with and without a filter rod6.7.2

    3. 3.

      Identify the types and sizes of rods used in welding6.7.3

    4. 4.

      Demonstrate the ability to weld the following joints: corner weld (without rod), butt weld (with rod), and filet (with rod)6.7.4

Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)

  • 7.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions7.1.1

  • 7.2

    Discuss safety precautions with shielded metal arc welding

    1. 1.

      Use PPE in the operation of welding equipment7.2.1

    2. 2.

      Wear proper protective clothing in operation of welding equipment7.2.2

    3. 3.

      Properly operate welding equipment to assure safety, including grounding and turning on and off7.2.3

  • 7.3

    Discuss tools and equipment used in shielded metal arc welding

    1. 1.

      Identify components of shielded metal arc welding equipment7.3.1

    2. 2.

      Set up a shielded arc welding system for operation7.3.2

  • 7.4

    Discuss the kinds, uses, and storage of electrodes

    1. 1.

      Identify color codes and numbering systems used with electrodes7.4.1

    2. 2.

      Select the proper kind and size of electrode for a welding job7.4.2

    3. 3.

      Properly store electrodes to maintain quality7.4.3

  • 7.5

    Discuss procedures in making shielded metal arc welds

    1. 1.

      Identify types of welds and joints, including weave pattern and butt and filet welds7.5.1

    2. 2.

      Identify kinds of welding positions, including horizontal, vertical, and overhead7.5.2

    3. 3.

      Adjust welding equipment for proper weld7.5.3

    4. 4.

      Prepare base metal for welding, including beveling, cleaning, and positioning7.5.4

    5. 5.

      Correctly place an electrode in a holder and position the holder, strike an arc, and safely run a bead7.5.5

    6. 6.

      Clean and inspect the quality of a bead or weld7.5.6

Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)

  • 8.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions8.1.1

  • 8.2

    Discuss safety precautions with gas metal arc welding

    1. 1.

      Use PPE in the operation of welding equipment8.2.1

    2. 2.

      Wear proper protective clothing in operation of welding equipment, including ear protection8.2.2

    3. 3.

      Properly operate GMAW/MIG equipment to assure safety8.2.3

  • 8.3

    Discuss tools and equipment used in gas metal arc welding

    1. 1.

      Identify components of GMAW/MIG equipment8.3.1

    2. 2.

      Set up a GMAW/MIG system for operation8.3.2

  • 8.4

    Discuss procedures in making GMAW/MIG welds

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate proper setting of voltage, wire speed, and shielding gas flow rate8.4.1

    2. 2.

      Properly prepare base metal for welding8.4.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate proper positioning of welding gun to safely achieve a quality weld8.4.3

Tungsten Inert Gas Welding (TIG)

  • 9.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions9.1.1

  • 9.2

    Discuss safety precautions with gas tungsten arc welding

    1. 1.

      Use PPE in the operation of welding9.2.1

    2. 2.

      Wear proper protective clothing in operation of welding equipment9.2.2

    3. 3.

      Properly operate GTAW/TIG equipment to assure safety9.2.3

  • 9.3

    Discuss tools and equipment used in gas tungsten arc welding

    1. 1.

      Identify components of gas tungsten arc welding equipment, including power supply, welding gun, and gas cylinder with flow meter9.3.1

    2. 2.

      Set up a gas tungsten arc welding system for operation9.3.2

  • 9.4

    Discuss procedures in making gas tungsten arc welds

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate proper setting of electrical current and polarity and gas flow rate9.4.1

    2. 2.

      Properly prepare base metal for welding9.4.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate proper positioning of welding gun to safely achieve a quality weld9.4.3

Plasma Arc Welding and Cutting (PAW and PAC)

  • 10.1

    Define terminology

    1. 1.

      Prepare a list of terms with definitions10.1.1

  • 10.2

    Discuss safety precautions with plasma arc welding and cutting

    1. 1.

      Use PPE in the operation of welding and cutting equipment10.2.1

    2. 2.

      Wear proper protective clothing in operation of welding and cutting equipment10.2.2

    3. 3.

      Properly operate plasma arc welding and cutting equipment to assure safety10.2.3

  • 10.3

    Discuss tools and equipment used in plasma arc welding and cutting

    1. 1.

      Identify components of plasma arc welding and cutting equipment, including control console, torch (air or water cooled), cooler, and gas cylinder with flow meter10.3.1

    2. 2.

      Set up a plasma arc welding and cutting system for operation, including handheld and mechanized/computer-operated10.3.2

  • 10.4

    Discuss procedures in making plasma arc welds

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate proper setting of electrical current, gas flow rate, and torch nozzel and electrode10.4.1

    2. 2.

      Properly prepare base metal for welding or cutting10.4.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate proper plasma arc welding and cutting to safely achieve a quality work10.4.3

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
When were these standards adopted?
2007
Where can I read the official document?
Agricultural Metals

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