Students learn to employ drafting instruments and techniques required to produce professional drawings, maps and graphs. Students apply design and construction theory using computer simulations, hand and power woodworking tools, arc welders, cutting torches, sheet metal and soldering tools.
Students learn to identify alternative energy sources.
Students apply these fundamentals to under-standing various methods and systems for mitigating soil erosion and for conserving water. Students investigate and discuss current issues and topics such as best management practices, precision agriculture and sustainable agriculture. Students complete field and laboratory exercises in horizontal and vertical measurements, traversing, triangulation, spatial data analysis, and mapping. Students learn how to plan for flexibility necessary to avoid losses resulting from obsolescence. Students understand the principles of operation and the selection of equipment.