Computers In Agriculture

WVEIS Code 0142

This course is designed to expose students to computer programming, software and

applications and graphical and electronic information technology as it relates to the agriculture
industry. Students will be able to utilize computers and related technology in desktop publishing,
record-keeping, agricultural production, agribusiness and telecommunications. Students will
also relate these applications to potential occupations within the computer technology field.

Standard 1: Word Processing and Communications (0142.S.1)

Students will demonstrate skills involving word processing in agriculture.
Word Processing and Communications Objectives
Students will:
0142.1.1 Prepare documents using word processing software.
0142.1.2 Utilize keyboarding skills for preparing reports and letters.
0142.1.3 Improve writing skills through the use of grammatical aids.
0142.1.4 Utilize data management systems.

Standard 2: Spreadsheet Applications (0142.S.2)

Students will use agricultural data in computer-based spreadsheets.
Spreadsheet Applications Objectives
Students will:
0142.2.1 Use software programs to integrate mathematical functions into agricultural production and
agribusiness systems.
0142.2.2 Manipulate numerical data as it relates to cost benefit analysis.
0142.2.3 Prepare budgets, financial statements, income reports and production records.
0142.2.4 Complete applications relating to work-based experiences (Supervised Agricultural
Experience Programs).

Standard 3: Graphical Presentations (0142.S.3)

Students will utilize graphical presentation software.
Graphical Presentations Objectives
Students will:
0142.3.1 Utilize graphic based software for presentations.
0142.3.2 Prepare visual aids for communicative demonstrations.

Standard 4: Electronic Information Systems (0142.S.4)

Students will demonstrate skills involving electronic information systems.
Electronic Information Systems Objectives
Students will:
0142.4.1 Utilize telecommunications resources in writing documents, manipulating data and
transmitting information.
0142.4.2 Retrieve data from agricultural networks.
0142.4.3 Investigate product-marketing principles using computer technology.
0142.4.4 Integrate computer technology into agricultural production systems through the use of remote
control and remote sensor science.
0142.4.5 Explore Global Positioning Satellite applications in agriculture.

Standard 5: Agricultural Journalism and Desktop Publishing (0142.S.5)

Students will produce agricultural publications.
Agricultural Journalism and Desktop Publishing Objectives
Students will:
0142.5.1 Prepare newspaper and magazine articles for publishing.
0142.5.2 Manufacture flyers, programs and booklets using graphic software.
0142.5.3 Design a template for printing books, articles and programs.

Standard 6: Process/Workplace Skills (0142.S.6)

Students will demonstrate personal and group workplace skills.
Process/Workplace Skills Objectives
Students will:
0142.6.1 Use computers and other electronic technologies to access, gather, store, retrieve, organize,
analyze, and report data.
0142.6.2 Explore careers available in computer technology.
0142.6.3 Use a variety of sources to investigate the educational requirements of various careers in
computer technology.
0142.6.4 Analyze problems, state causes and effects, and plan, organize, and implement a solution to
the problem or a concept to improve the situation or process.
0142.6.5 Demonstrate correct language usage in all oral and written work.
0142.6.7 Perform effectively in both leadership and non-leadership roles.
0142.6.8 Evaluate information for reliability, completeness, and applicability to various assignments.
0142.6.9 Participate as a team member to complete a variety of assignments.