Agricultural Engineering Technology, A.A.S.
Major Code: 0512Mechanization and automation in agriculture have created demand for technicians in agricultural engineering and mechanics by the farm equipment industry and by operators of large commercial farms. If a student is interested in mechanical applications and in agriculture, this curriculum can provide many challenging opportunities. The farm equipment industry today serves not only the commercial farmer but also is one of the major suppliers of such equipment as lawn, garden, and small recreational equipment, as well as construction equipment such as backhoes and small bulldozers for industrial uses.
Accreditation
The program is accredited by the Equipment and Engine Training Council.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the mechanical function of the compression-ignition engines and modern agricultural equipment
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of electrical systems and electronic controls used for diesel-powered equipment and modern agricultural equipment
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of hydraulic systems, components and control systems used for transmitting hydraulic power in diesel-powered equipment and modern agricultural equipment
- Develop the ability to accurately and efficiently diagnose and repair failures in mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems in diesel-powered equipment and modern agriculture equipment.
Curriculum Requirements
A minimum of 64 credits is required for degree completion.
Code | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
OFFT 110 | Introduction to MS Excel | 1 |
AGEN 100 | Equipment Care & Maintenance | 3 |
AGEN 105 | Principles of Farm Machinery | 2 |
AGEN 115 | Ag Engr Industry Overview | 1 |
DTEC 125 | Diesel Electrical Systems | 4 |
DTEC 225 | Diesel Electronics | 4 |
AGEN 161 | Basic Hydraulics | 3 |
AUTO 102 | Metals | 3 |
AGSC 132 | Introduction to Precision Farming | 2 |
AGEN 210 | Advanced Small Power Equipment | 3 |
AGEN 220 | Main,Rep, Perf Tune Artic Cat | 4 |
AGEN 261 | Advanced Hydraulics | 4 |
AGEN 131 | Fundamentals of Hydraulics | 3 |
AGEN 270 | Tractor Overhaul and Repair | 4-5 |
or AGEN 300 | Intern Agricultural Engineerng | |
Select one of the following: | 3 | |
Agricultural Economics | ||
Accounting Info & Mgt Decision | ||
AGBS 240 | Farm Management and Finance | 4 |
DTEC 150 | Diesel Systems | 3 |
SUNY General Education Communication Written and Oral as advised | 3 | |
SUNY General Education Mathematics as advised | 3 | |
SUNY General Education Natural Sciences as advised (with lab) | 4 | |
Social Science Elective as advised (HIST, PHIL, POLI, SOCI) | 6 | |
Total Credits | 67-68 |
Suggested Course Sequence
Year 1 | ||
---|---|---|
Fall | Credits | |
AGEN 100 | Equipment Care & Maintenance | 3 |
AGEN 105 | Principles of Farm Machinery | 2 |
AGEN 131 | Fundamentals of Hydraulics | 3 |
AGEN 115 | Ag Engr Industry Overview | 1 |
AGSC 132 | Introduction to Precision Farming | 2 |
DTEC 125 | Diesel Electrical Systems | 4 |
SUNY General Education Mathematics as advised | 3 | |
Credits | 18 | |
Spring | ||
AGEN 161 | Basic Hydraulics | 3 |
AGEN 210 | Advanced Small Power Equipment | 3 |
DTEC 225 | Diesel Electronics | 4 |
AUTO 102 | Metals | 3 |
SUNY General Education Natural Sciences as advised (with lab) | 4 | |
Credits | 17 | |
Year 2 | ||
Fall | ||
AGEN 261 | Advanced Hydraulics | 4 |
DTEC 150 | Diesel Systems | 3 |
Select one of the following: | 3 | |
Agricultural Economics | ||
Farm Management and Finance | ||
Accounting Info & Mgt Decision | ||
SUNY General Education Communication Written and Oral as advised | 3 | |
OFFT 110 | Introduction to MS Excel | 1 |
Social Science Elective as advised | 3 | |
Credits | 17 | |
Spring | ||
AGEN 270 or AGEN 300 |
Tractor Overhaul and Repair or Intern Agricultural Engineerng |
4-5 |
AGEN 220 | Main,Rep, Perf Tune Artic Cat | 4 |
Social Science Elective as advised | 3 | |
Credits | 11-12 | |
Total Credits | 63-64 |