AG. POWERS COURSE SYLLABUS
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Agricultural Power Systems
Mike Rogers
10-12th
Agri. Building
Introduction to Agricultural Engineering and
Mechanical Technology in Agriculture
Course Description: This course teaches agricultural power as it relates to machinery, including
maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of equipment. Principles of power are covered, along with fuel
systems, cooling systems, electrical systems, and hydraulics.
Grading Schedule: 90-100
80-89
70-79
60-69
59 and below
A
B
C
D
F
Units:
1. Introduction to Agricultural Powers
2. Simple Machines
3. Work, Power, Torque, and Horsepower
4. Power Trains
5. Hydraulics/ Pneumatics
6. Refrigeration
7. DC Electronics
8. Fuel, Oil, and Cooling Systems
9. Types of Agricultural Machinery
Grading:
Class Participation
Notebook
Assignments
Test
Misc.
100 pts
1000 pts
500 pts
300 pts
??? pts
Student Conduct: Student conduct will be handled according to school policy, outlined in the student
Handbook.