AGR 210 - Agriculture Mechanization

Institution:

Lackawanna College

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Description:

AGR 210-Agriculture Mechanization This course is a study of farm machinery and agricultural equipment. Topics include selection and operation of tractors, material handling equipment, and irrigation systems. Upon completion, students should be able to identify equipment parts and explain the basic principles of machinery operation and management. (3 Credits). Objectives: 1. Demonstrate greenhouse planning and equipment selection 1. Demonstrate knowledge of agriculture equipment parts 2. Define types of greenhouses locations factors, materials, heat/cooling/lighting and energy conservation 2. Explain the basic principles of machinery operations and management 3. Demonstrate knowledge of material, facility planning, appropriate calculations 3. Describe a working knowledge of an irrigation system 4. Understanding of safety operations of agriculture equipment

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lackawanna.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 961-7810

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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