- Agriculture 1
- A full year course designed for students with an interest in broad field agriculture. This first year course of study is developed for building a strong foundation in animal science, agriculture leadership, careers and consumer education. This makes up 60% of time. The remaining time is dedicated to agriculture mechanization with hand and power tools, tool conditioning, machinery safety and tractor operations. Students are encouraged to be involved in FFA both intra-curricular and extra-curricular. Supervised agriculture experiences are stressed and incorporated into the field of study.
- Agriculture II
- AG II is a full year course designed to follow the foundation set the first year in AG I. This year is devoted to applied leadership, plant and soil science, natural resources, urban landscape development and crop production. These areas generally require 60% of the class time. The mechanical aspects of agriculture continue to expand with metals, welding, small engine power and rural construction being the major areas. The continued development of FFA and job experiences is also on going.
- Agriculture III & IV (2 year course option)
- This course is developed to continue strengthening basic knowledge and skills previously acquired. More specialized topics of study would be in animal and plant genetics, nutrition, marketing, health and agriculture business management. This group of students typically has strong involvement in supervised agriculture experiences and leadership activities in and out of the school setting. The technical portion of this course leads to mechanical applications in welding, engine maintenance and repair, rural electrification and construction, computer application and individual or group projects. During odd or even years, this menu of course offerings is used to build class agenda based on student needs and current agriculture events.
- Agriculture Power
- This course of study will concentrate on large engine operations, maintenance, repair and overhaul with the emphasis on agriculture equipment. Students will be required to disassemble measure, recondition and reassemble multi-cylinder engines. Identification, testing and trouble shooting of mechanical power, cooling, lubrication, starting and ignition systems will be included. As time allows, clutch train transmission and other systems will be studied. Major pieces of agriculture equipment may be incorporated as time and opportunity allows. Other Agriculture Power areas of hydraulics, electrical and chemical are options of course instruction.
- Ag. Small Engines
- Parts terminology, maintenance, repair and overhaul of small engines are covered along with basic engine theory. The disassembly and assembly of a small engine is required.
- Ag. Welding I
- This class is an introduction to MIG, arc and oxy-acetylene welding. Safety procedures are stressed. Students are required to complete a series of welds. Minor project construction may be included as time allows.
- Ag. Welding II
- The course of study will concentrate on advanced welding techniques with an emphasis on out of position welding and project construction. After techniques are mastered, students will design and construct a project. Other areas of study may include TIG, MIG, brazing, hard surfacing, and other current industry activities.
- Animal Science
- This course of study will concentrate on large animals associated with agriculture production/ranching that is common to our area. Minor time will be devoted to specialty animals, wildlife and/or small animal care. A keen interest in various animal health, care, handling and production of meat is desirable for participating students.
- Horticulture
- This course is a single semester class designed to provide practical experience and knowledge when dealing with shrubs, trees, lawns, flowers, vegetables and other ornamental plants. Rural and urban establishments are of major concern. Extensive work will be done in the community as a laboratory experience. Horticulture occupations and business development will also be addressed. An on-site greenhouse will be utilized to simulate activities.
- Agriculture Independent Study
- This option is for those students with class conflicts, curriculum inconsistencies or keen interests in Agriculture Education. Extensive self direction is required to plan a course of study with class hours in school as well as outside school time plus a major commitment by the student.
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