Advanced Ag Mechanics - 1 credit, 11 thru 12
Prerequisite: Agriculture Mechanics
HHS Agricultural Education Instructor: Mr. Larison
This full year course is devoted to individual project design and construction. Students must be prepared to plan, design, and build various projects throughout the year. Physical agriculture applications are explored and research through the areas of math and science. Loads on structures, electronic systems control, project engineering, and advanced welding and metal working skills are examples of instructional areas. Some careers include systems analysis, project trouble shooter, agriculture engineer, implement design, ag. building construction, and agriculture production.
Course Competency Profile: http://www.holton.k12.ks.us/staff/jlarison/profiles/advagmechprofile.pdf
Program Overview All classes in the Agricultural Education Department are divided into three main components, as approved by the Kansas State Department of Education. These include classroom and laboratory instruction, the Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) Program, and the National FFA Organization. Students who enroll in these classes at the high school level are expected to participate in each of the three areas. The Agricultural Education Department focuses on building career development skills in all students in the many areas of the field of agriculture.
Description of the FFA The FFA is a National Organization made up of nearly 500,000 members from all fifty states. The FFAÕs mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. Members are expected to participate in a wide variety of activities, which may range from across the state and across the nation.
Ag Ed Department Website
Information about the Ag Ed Department as well as specific information on class schedules, assignment due dates, photos, and a block by block schedule can be accessed on the following website:
http://www.holton.k12.ks.us/staff/jlarison/
Ag Ed Policies and Grading Procedures
To review the Ag Ed Department policies and grading procedures visit the following website:
http://www.holton.k12.ks.us/staff/jlarison/policies.htm
Class Resources
Cooper, Elmer L. Agricultural Mechanics: Fundamentals and Application, 3rd ed.
New York: Delmar, 1997.
Herren, Ray V. and Roy L. Donahue. The Agriculture Dictionary. New York: Delmar, 1991.
Plus Ag Ed Department Internet subscriptions to:
www.agednet.com www.quia.com www.infovet.com
HHS Ag Ed Wireless Windows XP Pro Pentium 4 Laptop Computer Lab
á Microsoft Office XP Professional, Quicken 2001, plus much more
HHS Ag Mechanics Laboratory/Shop
You are expected to bring all necessary equipment & materials to class each day (Space will be provided to leave these items in the Agriculture classroom). This includes, but is not limited to, the following: Planner, Writing Utensil, Paper, Notebook, and clothing for the days activities.