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Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems

Offered at Liberty Hill & Legacy Ranch High Schools

Overview

The Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with applying knowledge of engineering technology and biological science to agricultural problems concerned with power and machinery, electrification, structures, soil and water conservation, and processing agricultural products. This program of study may also include exploration into diagnosing, repairing, or overhauling farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, dairy equipment, and irrigation systems.

Endorsement

Business and Industry

Career Cluster

Agriculture Food & Natural Resources

Course Offerings

1st course: Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (1 credit)

2nd course: Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies (1 credit)

3rd course: Agricultural Structures Design & Fabrication (2 credits)

4th course: Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (2 credits)

LHISD Course Planning Guides for information including course descriptions and requirements.

Available Industry-Based Certifications

Students have the opportunity to earn Industry Based Certifications. These certifications help students stand out in interviews, help students gain confidence in a subject area, and give students valuable experience in preparing for the level of rigor required for industry certification exams they may face in the future.

American Welding Society:
D1.1 Structural Steel
D9.1 Sheet Metal Welding

Postsecondary opportunities

Apprenticeship:

Farm Equipment Mechanic I

Associate Degrees:

Diesel Mechanics Technology
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology

Bachelor’s Degrees:

Agricultural Engineering
Agricultural Systems Management

Master’s, Doctoral, and Professional Degrees:

Agricultural Engineering
Industrial Technology

Additional Certifications/Licenses:

Diesel Equipment Technology-Off Highway Specialization CER1
Accredited Farm Manager

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