Agricultural Mechanics 

Pathway

• Agriculture Mechanics CTE

This course is an introduction to the area of agricultural mechanics including basic drawing, woodworking, metal working, welding, small engines and farm power. Emphasis is placed on the safe and proper use of power tools, and the proper care, sharpening and use of hand tools. This course prepares students for the more advanced skills necessary to be successful in Advanced Agriculture Mechanics. Project work is part of the course.

• Agriculture Welding

An advanced class designed to prepare students for entry level positions utilizing various welding processes, Oxyacetylene, Electrode, MIG and TIG. Curriculum includes: measurement and layout, project design and fabrication, machine ID and maintenance. Other tools incorporated into class: plasma cutter, oxyacetylene cutting, metal shear, grinder, and metal band saw. Students will design and fabricate their own projects. Prerequisite: Successful completion (C or better) of Ag Mechanics CTE. 

• Agricultural Mechanics, Advanced CTE

This course includes Arc and acetylene gas welding, including theory and practical welding, oxy-acetylene cutting and metal preparation, and farm and power equipment maintenance. There is also a review of the safe operation of hand and power tools. The class provides advanced instruction in the repair and maintenance of machinery. A second year of this class will prepare students to construct large pieces of machinery. Personalized individual projects are a major component of the course. Prerequisite: Successful completion (C or better) of Agricultural Mechanics CTE. 

If you are willing to guest speak in one of our classes or have one of our classes come out and tour your business please contact Alyssa Sansing 

Phone: (916) - 572 - 8579 Email:  amori@lodiusd.net