AG 117: Agriculture Mechanics and Machinery W/ Lab [RE]

This course emphasizes agriculture equipment including tractors, planters, harvesters and balers used in modern agriculture. The course also covers economic factors, operation principles, adjustments and maintenance of commonly used machines. Maneuvering, attaching, detaching, and using implements will be covered. $35 science fee. Course Outcomes: 1. Apply mechanic repair skills in operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment used in modern agriculture ILO (1, 4) 2. Demonstrate the ability to analyze and evaluate equipment purchases, maintenance, operation, and repair ILO (1, 3, 4) 3. Demonstrate safe operating skills including attaching, detaching, and using equipment implements ILO (1,3, 4, 6) 4. Develop skills that troubleshoot equipment repair problems associated with agriculture machinery ILO (1, 2, 4) 5. Analyze modern agriculture equipment technology and functions. ILO (1, 4).