Advanced STEM
Dig Deeper into the Wonders of Wisconsin Agriculture
An advanced STEM lab at Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center provides students with hands-on learning opportunities not available in a traditional classroom setting. Lab activities present unique experiences and can be customized to fit current curriculum and education goals. Whether your students are studying animal nutrition, biology and genetics, or the process of labor and delivery, a visit to Farm Wisconsin will help them dig deeper as they explore the wonders of Wisconsin agriculture.
Advanced STEM Lab Field Trip Add-On: $5/student
See examples of advanced STEM lab offerings below.
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Potato Power
Prepare to be shocked (only figuratively!) in this lab. Students will step into the role of an agriculture electrician as they complete an electric circuit. The unique twist? A potato, one of Wisconsin’s most important crops, will be used for the battery! How many potatoes are needed to power a light? This lab will help students investigate and answer the question.
Feeding the Modern Dairy Cow
An ideal STEM lab for students studying animal science, this lab discusses the connection between proper nutrition and milk quality, cow health, and the success of a dairy farm. Students will jump into the shoes of a dairy cattle nutritionist as they identify various feedstuffs used in dairy cattle diets across the state. Afterwards, they will work in teams to evaluate a total mixed ration for particle length and cow digestibility.
Caring for Calves
From the moment they are born, dairy calves require specialized care. Students will learn hands-on in this STEM lab about the proper protocols necessary to care for calves and how to recognize instances when the herd’s smallest members need increased attention. They will take turns brushing a calf, use a weight tape to determine the calf’s specific weight and listen for the heartbeat. Afterward, students will learn about proper protocols for giving vaccines and have an opportunity to practice two common types of injections.
*Please note: this lab includes the use of needles.
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