Please complete the following questions. Use a word processor to complete your work. Remember to use complete sentences and include both the questions and answers when you submit your work.
1. James is a family practitioner who graduated at the top of his class in medical school. He has run a successful practice for almost 30 years, treating all kinds of issues and diseases in his patients. James receives a reminder from the state that he must complete 60 hours of continuing education and submit proof of this before his license can be renewed for the year. James is incensed since he believes there is little about the practice of medicine that he does not know. Is it unfair to ask James to go back to school? Explain how James’s patients could benefit from his taking part in continuing education classes.
2. Does working in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources automatically mean that you will be a farmer? Give at least two other examples of different careers that can be found in this cluster, what education is involved, where they would work, and what tasks they might perform. To find information, you can always look back at Careertech.org.
3. List two reasons why someone looking at a career in the Energy cluster might want to focus on new technology, such as energy-efficient products or sustainable energy. Give two examples of careers that may work with these new energy technologies. What type of companies might be interested in hiring someone who is on this career pathway?
4. If a person is interested in medicine but hates the sight of blood, would they be able to find a career in the Health Science cluster? Explain why or why not. Give an example to support your answer. Where might a person in this career work?
5. Nicholas has heard that there is a big market for alpaca wool in his area. He plans to open a farm where he can raise alpaca, as well as harvest and sell their wool. List the skills that Nicholas would need to make a success of his farm and cite one way in which Nicholas could acquire those skills.
1. It is not unfair to ask James to go back to school. Continuing education classes can help James stay up-to-date with the latest medical advances and technologies. Additionally, by taking part in continuing education classes, James can learn about new treatment options and techniques that he can apply to his practice, which can ultimately benefit his patients by providing them with the best possible care.
2. No, working in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) does not automatically mean one will be a farmer. Two other examples of different careers in this cluster include:
- Agricultural Engineer: Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Agricultural engineers design agricultural machinery, equipment, and structures, as well as develop ways to conserve soil and water on farms. They may work for agriculture-related companies or the government.
- Florist: Typically requires a high school diploma, with a focus on floral design and business. Florists create flower arrangements for various occasions and may work in their own floral shop or within a larger retail operation.
3. Two reasons why someone looking at a career in the Energy cluster might want to focus on new technology include:
- Innovations in new energy technology can reduce the carbon footprint on the environment.
- Sustainable energy is cost-effective in the long term and can lead to lower energy bills for individuals and companies.
Two examples of careers that may work with these new energy technologies include:
- Energy Auditor: Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Energy Auditors assess buildings and identify ways to make them more energy-efficient, such as replacing outdated heating systems or improving insulation. They may work for government agencies or private consulting firms.
- Solar Engineer: Requires a degree in engineering or a related field. Solar Engineers design solar energy systems for residential and commercial buildings. They may work for solar energy companies or environmental consulting firms.
The type of companies that might be interested in hiring someone who is on this career pathway include energy companies, government agencies, and construction and engineering firms.
4. Yes, a person interested in medicine but who hates the sight of blood could still find a career in the Health Science cluster. There are many careers in this cluster that do not require direct patient care. For example, medical coders do not work directly with patients and are responsible for assigning codes to diagnoses and procedures for insurance billing. They may work in healthcare facilities or insurance companies.
5. Skills that Nicholas would need to make a success of his farm include:
- Animal husbandry skills: Knowledge of how to raise and care for alpacas.
- Business management skills: To run a successful farm, Nicholas would need to handle finances, manage employees, and market his products.
- Sales and marketing skills: To sell his alpaca wool, Nicholas would need to develop a customer base and market his products effectively.
One way in which Nicholas could acquire these skills is by attending agricultural classes or workshops at his local community college or extension office. He could also gain experience by working on an existing alpaca farm.
A doctor and a produce stocker can expect to need the same amount of college education.
True
False
False
Lynn has always wanted to work as an urban farm technician. After speaking to a friend who is already on the Agribusiness Systems career pathway, she realizes that she will need to develop many skills beyond just understanding farming basics to be successful. What is one skill that Lynn will need to develop?
communication skills
research skills
creative skills
empathy skills
Communication skills.
Caylee has always had a green thumb. She decided to study botany in school and now has landed a job in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resource cluster. With her training, what type of work might Caylee be involved in?
inspecting equipment in a large dairy
mapping underground deposits of minerals for extraction
shearing and collecting wool from herds of sheep
researching better seed germination techniques
Researching better seed germination techniques.
Sophia is an inspector for the state agriculture department. She goes out to pig farms and cattle ranches to make sure that state regulations are being followed. What word describes the type of products Sophia is inspecting?
livestock
crops
dairy
non-perishables
Livestock.
Luke works in a nursing home. He does not provide medical care but if the doctors or nurses need a patient lifted out of a chair or bed, they call Luke. The Health Science career pathway Luke works in is _____.
Support Services
Biotechnology Research and Development
Health Informatics
Diagnostic Services