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Agriculture and Industrial Mechanics

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Program Presentation

Program not currently running this year, so no instructor presentation.  Program is offered for 21-22.

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Course Description

 

AGRICULTURAL & INDUSTRIAL MECHANICS I 

Prerequisite: None

Open to: Juniors & Seniors

Length: Year

Dual Credit: No 

Certification: No 


This comprehensive machinery service course concentrates on the following areas: using service manuals, electrical applications for agricultural equipment, fundamentals of multi-cylinder engines, reconditioning and repairing agricultural equipment, assembling and adjusting agricultural equipment, organization and management of agricultural machinery dealerships, human relations, and sales techniques. Careers such as agricultural equipment salesperson, mechanic, parts manager, sales manager, service technician, and other related occupations will be examined. Improving workplace and computer skills will be a focus. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts.


AGRICULTURAL & INDUSTRIAL MECHANICS II

Prerequisite: Agricultural & Industrial Mechanics I

Open to: Seniors with completion of Agricultural & Industrial Mechanics I 

Length: Year 

Dual Credit: ARG 208 Applied Skills in AG Mechanization 

Certification: OHSA  


This course will concentrate on expanding student’s knowledge and experiences with agricultural mechanics technologies utilized in the agricultural industry. Units of instruction included are: design, construction, fabrication, maintenance, welding, electricity /electronics, internal combustion engines, hydraulics, and employability skills. Careers of agricultural construction engineer, electrician, plumber, welder, equipment designer, parts manager, safety inspector, welder, and other related occupations will be examined. Improving workplace and computer skills will be a focus. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts.

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