Ag Mech SYLYBUS 2012
Agricultural Mechanics-IICourse Syllabus
Instructor:
Jeff Parris
Email:
School Telephone: (704)-528-4536 extension 1392Home Phone: (704) 528-8050
Course Description:
Agricultural Mechanics II is designed to provide students an in-depth study of agricultural mechanics as students learn terminology, principles, and practices used in industry. This shop-oriented course emphasizes basicknowledge and application of shop safety rules and proper uses of tools and materials. Topics include metalfabrication using oxy-fuel and arc welding, agricultural power systems including small engines andtractors, and agricultural construction including wood structures, water systems and fences. Skill and age-appropriate projects are constructed to give students opportunities toapply agricultural mechanics principles.Agricultural Mechanics II also includes agricultural leadership and employability skills.
Agricultural Mechanics-II Course Objectives: At the end of this course you should be able to…
●Demonstrate leadership skills needed in industry and organizations.
●Use the AET to keep SAE/FFA records and increase financial literacy.
●Demonstrate safe use of tools, fasteners, and equipment used in agricultural mechanics.
●Demonstrate safe use of oxyacetylene equipment and materials.
●Demonstrate safe use of SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW equipment and materials.
●Demonstrate safe use of tractors.
●Apply preventive maintenance procedures for tractors, equipment, and small engines.
●Apply procedures for building and maintaining wood structures, water systems, and fences.
Materials Required for Class:
- Leather Boots (these can be kept in the shop)
- Coveralls/Change of Clothes That You Don’t Mind Getting Dirty (these can also be kept in the shop)
- Notebook Paper
- Writing Utensils (pens, pencils, markers)
- FFA Dues - $25.00 (Optional but highly encouraged)
Behavior: As a participant of this class, you are expected to do the following: come to class prepared with notebook and pencil, be respectful to everyone at all times, participate in all class activities and discussions, have a cooperative attitude, follow directions when asked, maintain tools and equipment, and always put SAFETY FIRST.
Participation/Attendance: You must be here in order to receive a participation grade. If you are absent, you will receive a zero for that day’s participation grade unless you complete an alternative assignment for homework. All tests missed while absent must be made up in a timely manner. You are responsible for all material given on any missed day for any future tests, quizzes, notebook grades or projects. Students who miss more than 6 days of class will not receive credit for the course until they have made up their excessive days.
Tests & Quizzes:Section and Unit tests will be announced and based on the NC Agricultural Education Blueprint and test item banks for this course. Performance tests will be based on the skills learned in shop. All tests will be representative of the material covered in class. Quizzes will be given periodically during the semester and may be announced or unannounced. Quizzes will be based on material covered in class and/or in lab/shop. Quizzes may be oral, written or performance based.
Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE): Each student is expected to have a Supervised Agricultural Experience project approved by the instructor. This project will require work outside of the instructional day. In addition to performing the various tasks needed to complete the project, students will be required to keep accurate records regarding their activities on the Agricultural Education Tracker (AET).
Student Organization (FFA): All students are highly encouraged to participate in the FFA Organization. Some opportunities offered by the FFA are local activities, career development events, travel, and awards. The local chapter meets every month with a banquet in May. If chapter dues are a financial burden please let the advisor know. Scholarships for FFA dues are available for those in need. No child will be excluded from participating because of financial difficulties.
Laboratory/Shop:This course will require students to participate in shop activities, work experiences, and field trips. Students must have a safety contract with the appropriate signatures on file with the teacher before participating in shop activities. Each student must also pass a safety test before he/she will be allowed to take part in shop activities. A school insurance policy or a private policy is required for students taking this course.
Bathroom Policy:You will be given 4 bathroom passes for each 9-week grading period which can be used as needed once signed by Mr. Parris. Conserve your passes so that you have one available in case of an emergency. If you still have them at the end of the grading period, you will be given extra credit on your participation grade.
Grading:
Tests & Quizzes60%
Classwork15%
Participation10%
SAE Project15%
This course has an End of Course Test (VoCATS) administered by the Department of Public Instruction in Raleigh. This exam grade will count as 20% of your final semester grade.
Textbooks: All agricultural students have access to a classroom set of textbooks, but we do not have enough copies to issue each student a book. Therefore, it is essential that you use your time wisely to complete assignments and exercises during class since these books cannot be taken from class without permission.