Course Title: Ag Mechanics (Welding, Wiring, Small Engines, Masonry, Plumbing) Credits: 5 per semester/10 per year Prerequisite: Agriculture Education Orientation Course Description: Fundamentals of Agricultural Mechanics allows the student to develop the fundamentals of mechanical processes as they relate to the areas of agricultural mechanics. Areas to be explored include tool sharpening, plumbing, metal working, arc welding processes, oxy-fuel processes (welding, brazing, cutting), hot and cold metal working, electricity, construction and building materials, sketching, drawing and using plans for construction. An emphasis will be placed on the development of orderly and safe lab procedures for many practical skills that will be developed. Mode of Presentation Classroom discussion, problem solving, demonstrations, and individual practice of welding exercises. Grading Procedure: Daily welding exercises, quizzes and tests on welding procedure and safety, practical welding tests, and project grades will all be used as well as S.A.E. records. Students Skills, Knowledge to be Gained I. Sketching, Drawing, Interpreting Plans A. Sketches and Drawings B. Developing a Bill of Materials II. General Safety (specific safety covered in each unit) III. Tools and tool fitting A. Identification, selection, safe use B. Sharpening specific tools IV. Power Tools and Equipment A. Parts identification and safe use B. Selection V. Metalworking A. Procedures and Safety B. Hot and Cold Metalworking VI. Welding A. Types of Welding, Procedures and Safety B. Operation of Arc and Oxy-fuel Welding equipment C. Development of welding fundamentals VII. Electricity A. Electrical B. Circuit Planning C. Procedures and Safety VIII. Plumbing A. System Planning and Maintenance B. Equipment, Tool and Supply Selection C. Procedures and Safety IX. Small Engines
5. To help the students develop grace, efficiency of movement, rhythm, and agility. 6. To help the students develop interest and knowledge in activities that will lead to the wholesome use of leisure time. 7. To develop in the student’s attitudes and behavior that is socially acceptable. 8. To help students develop self-confidence, initiative, cooperation, and sociability. 9. To help the students better understand themselves and to achieve and maintain total health. Course STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING Credits: 5 per semester/10 per year Prerequisite: Physical Education/Health 9 General Description: Students will learn how to develop strength through proper strength training. They will learn proper techniques and how to set up a program. Students will also learn about conditioning through strength training, aerobic, and anaerobic conditioning. Mode of Presentation: Lecture and demonstration. Grading Procedure: Grades are determined from a cumulative average of skills tests, written assignments, participation, written tests, and group projects. Student Skills, Knowledge to be Gained: 1. To learn the basic concepts of human movement. 2. To learn the role of the center of gravity related to proper human movement. 3. To learn and perform exercises which develop muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility. 4. Knowledge of proper goal setting and rewards associated with goal setting. 5. To learn how to set up their own fitness program. Course Intended for: This course is intended for students in grades 10-12. SCIENCE Course Title: BIOLOGY I Credits: 5 per semester/10 per year Prerequisite: None General Description: This course will concentrate on the characteristics and processes of living things. Mode of Presentation: