Agri-Science and Technology

BASIC BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

2 Credits (2 hour block class)

Grades 11 - 12                                                     

Looking for a challenge?  How about the start-to-finish construction of a new home for a challenge?  This new course will offer students a chance to learn hands-on skills in many areas of residential construction.  Masonry, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and finish work will all be part of the project.  Students will be challenged with the decision-making, changes in plans, problem solving, time lines, and uncertain weather conditions.  Successful completion of the project will be the challenge.  Self-confidence, responsibility, dedication, teamwork, and the satisfaction of a job well done will be the real reward.  Basic Drafting and woodworking recommended. 

 AGRICULTURAL EXPLORATION (Ag Leadership)

1/2 Credit

Grades 9 - 12                                                                     

This class provides students with the opportunity to investigate careers in agriculture.  Students will develop skills in an agricultural area of interest to them and prepare to demonstrate these skills in a competitive environment.  Students will also be given the opportunity to develop and lead group activities utilizing tools presented in class, demonstrate parliamentary procedure and become familiar with organizational structure and operation.  The FFA organization will be used as a model and membership is strongly encouraged.

AG WELDING

1/2 Credit

Grades 9 – 12   (Maximum 16 students)                                  

       A course offered to students interested in gaining general experience in various areas of shop work including: sheet metal, welding, electricity and other projects.  The majority of this course will be spent on lab work and project assembly.  This will expose students to most of the tools and equipment available in a typical shop.  A shop fee of $10.00 will be charged for materials.

NATURAL RESOURCES I  (Intro to the Environment)

1/2 Credit – Can be used as a science or elective credit

Grades 9 - 12

A course of study devoted to our natural surroundings which make up the six major categories of natural resources.  The six major categories of natural resources to be covered are:  fish and wildlife, water systems, the land and soil, forestry, energy sources, and recreation.  Students will gain knowledge in each of these areas through both outdoor and indoor lab and experimentation activities.  Careers and management will also be addressed in each of these areas. 

SMALL GASOLINE ENGINES

1/2 Credit

Grades 9 - 12 (Maximum 16 students)                                                        

This course offers students an introduction to the basic mechanical operation of various types of small gas engines.  Students will gain experience as they learn to properly utilize tools and equipment associated with maintenance and repair of small engines.  This course includes lots of hands-on activity which gives students experience to troubleshoot basic engine problems. 

AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS I    

1/2 Credit

Grades 11 - 12                                                                   

This class is designed for male and female students who are interested in the basics of vehicle care and operation regardless of experience.  Students will investigate operation of many of the basic vehicle systems and learn what to look for in purchases and when a vehicle is in need of a professional mechanics service.  This course will cover the topic areas of: Oil change and lubrication, Coolant systems and antifreeze, tire changes and rotation, basic maintenance inspection, Electrical system and more. There will be hands on experience in each of these areas.    

Prerequisite:  Drivers license required.

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN AGRICULTURE II - CAD/Drafting

1/2 Credit

Grades 9 - 12                                                                     

This course is an important part of any student's education.  The course teaches drafting fundamentals and basic constructions as well as problem solving and how to read a set of plans or instructions.  Drafting tools and techniques will be used to make all types of drawings, including those used in industry to those you would make for a project at home. Different levels of difficulty (introductory to more challenging drawings) will be offered to meet each student's needs.  This class will enable students to design, create and share ideas in a more understandable manner.  AutoCAD software will be utilized.

AGRICULTURAL CARPENTRY I/ Basic Woods

 1/2 Credit

Grades 9 – 12                                                                                     

This is a woodworking course for the beginner.  Students will learn basic skills in the safe use of hand tools, power tools and wood working machines.  Students will also learn about wood identification, measurement, a bill of materials, and reading a set of plans.  Students will show what they have learned through the constructions of small projects.  There will be a $15.00 shop fee to cover some costs for materials for projects students will take home.

AG WELDING II

1/2 Credit

Grades 11 - 12 (Maximum 16 students)                                                        

In this course, students will develop specific skills of interest to them, which were introduced in Ag Welding 1.  Students will perform numerous advanced welding exercises and construct or restore their own large-scale project such as building a trailer or restoring an old tractor (no automobiles).  Students will plan, order, purchase all necessary materials, and work on projects independently.  Students must purchase their own safety glasses and welding gloves.  There will be a $10 shop fee. 

Prerequisite:  Successful completion of Ag Welding I

NATURAL RESOURCES II (Wildlife and Nature management)

1/2 Credit – Can be used as a science or elective credit

Grades 10 - 12                                                            

This course focuses on the management techniques and management positions for the six major categories of natural resources discussed in Natural Resources I. Special emphasis will be placed on wildlife management (hunting, poaching, fishing, ethics, and laws regarding these areas).  Students are put in the position of natural resource managers as the main focus of this class and will gain practical management experience by managing the school's Environmental Nature Reserve (ENR).  Students will be in the continual process of planning and implementing ideas for the ENR to make it the ideal outdoor environmental education tool.

Prerequisite:  Successful completion of Natural Resources I

AGRICULTURAL CARPENTRY II /Advanced Woods

1/2 Credit

Grades 10 -12 

Students will expand the skills they have developed with more advanced skills in cabinet making.  Students will construct a sizable project using a bill of materials and a complete set of plans.  Because skill levels for each student will vary, the individual student and the teacher will decide on an appropriate project.  The student will be responsible for all costs of the materials.

Prerequisite:  Successful completion of Agricultural Carpentry I

AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS I/Basic Auto

1/2 Credit

Grades 11 - 12                                                                   

This class is designed for male and female students who are interested in the basics of vehicle care and operation regardless of experience.  This course will cover the topic areas of: Oil change and lubrication, Coolant systems and antifreeze, tire changes and rotation, basic maintenance inspection, Electrical system and more. There will be hands on experience in each of these areas.  Because backgrounds and experience of each student will vary considerably, opportunities will be provided to meet each individual's needs.                      

Prerequisite:  Drivers license required.