Practicum of Ag

This hands-on agricultural mechanics course provides students with foundational skills in metal fabrication and welding techniques essential for careers in agriculture, construction, and industrial trades. Students will work in a fully equipped welding shop to design, plan, and construct functional metal projects while mastering industry-standard welding processes including oxy-acetylene, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW/stick), and metal inert gas (MIG).

Throughout the course, students will develop competencies in:

• Safe operation of welding equipment and shop tools

• Reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings

• Measuring, cutting, and fitting metal materials

• Proper joint preparation and welding techniques

• Grinding, finishing, and quality control procedures

• Project planning and fabrication workflows

Students will apply their skills through progressively complex projects, from basic repairs and small fabrications to larger-scale builds. Emphasis is placed on workplace safety, precision craftsmanship, problem-solving, and professional work habits valued in agricultural and manufacturing industries. 

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