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 Agricultural Machinery & Technology | ||
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Description:
The Agricultural Machinery & Technology is a two year course designed to provide a general knowledge of the field. The primary goal of the program is to provide basic skill necessary for entry level employment in the field of agriculture mechanics and associated equipment, as employed in the farming industry.
The instructional material format presents complex mechanical activities in simple logical sequence. The format allows each student some flexibility and control over the learning rate. Instruction focuses on the basic theories of operation, service, and repair of agricultural engines and applicable farm equipment.
The instructor materials provide an excellent coverage of:
-Internal combustion engine fundamentals
-Power trains
-Electrical and electronic systems
-Hydraulic systems
-Agricultural equipment systems
Theory hours: 378 High School Lab hours: 672 Adult Lab hours: 672 Tuition: $ 1312.50 Prerequisite: None College Credit: Yes (Details) Additional Fees: None | ||
| Number | Modules | |
| FAM101 | Orientation: Upon completion of this unit, the student will establish a foundation of knowledge in both the program as well as the occupational field. Additionally the student will learn the proper safety practicies, rules, and attitude required in both the school and in the field. The student will also gain an insignt into the Skills USA Student Organization. | |
| FAM102 | Machinery Maintenance Fundamentals: Upon completion of this unit, the student will become familiar with basic agricultural machinery preventive and normal maintenance practices. This will include all basic maintenance for agricultural equipment and their supporting subsystems. | |
| FAM103 | Internal Combustion Engines: Upon completion of this unit, the student will gain a basic understanding of the internal combustion engine. This unit will also provide insight into the necessary associated supporting systems of agricultural internal combustion engines. | |
| FAM104 | Power Trains: Upon completion of this unit, the student will obtain an understanding of the major subsystems contained in typical agricultural type power trains. This will include a basic familiarization of the common components in each subsystems. | |
| FAM105 | Hydraulics: Upon completion of this unit, the student will obtain a background knowledge of the fundamentals and operating principals of the fields of hydraulics. This will include theoretical background as well as established engineering practices. | |
| FAM106 | Electrical Systems: Upon completion of this unit, the student will possess a basic understanding of electrical systems found on various forms of agricultural equipment. This will include self-propelled power units as well as supporting equipment. | |
| FAM107 | Tillage and Planting Equipment: Upon completion of this unit, the student will gain a background into the various types of tillage and planting equipment commonly used in agriculture. Additionally, this unit will provide theory into the basic theory the usage of various types of this equipment. | |
| FAM108 | Hay and Forage Equipment: Upon completion of this unit, the student will gain an understanding of the mechanical and hydraulic operations of various forms of hay and forage equipment. This will include the major operating principals of the equipment commonly used in this geographical area. | |
| FAM109 | Harvesting Equipment: Upon completion of this unit, the student will gain an overview of the various types of harvesting equipment. This unit will provide an insight into the fundamentals of operation and theory of agricultural harvesting equipment. | |
| FAM110 | Air Conditioning Systems: This course is an optional self-paced study unit offered to the student. Upon completion of this unit, the student will have a working knowledge of A/C systems in general as well as specific knowledge of A/C systems used on agricultural equipment. This will include theory of refrigeration as well as practial applications and practices. | |
| FAM111 | Welding: This course is an optional self-paced study unit offered to the student. Upon completion of this unit, the student will gain a background into the various welding processes used in the agricultural field. This unit will include both the theory and technical practices of the different processes the student chooses. | |
| FAM112 | Irrigation Systems: This course is an optional self-paced study unit offered to the student. Upon completion of this unit, the student will gain a general overview of the various types of irrigation and the related equipment involved. This unit will require off-campus technical observations and practical application. | |
