Agricultural Mechanics and Technology Systems, 2nd Edition

By: J.P. Hancock, Don W. Edgar Ph.D., Michael L. Pate Ph.D., Lori A. Dyer, and W. Brian Hoover Ph.D.
Copyright: 2024
Subject: Agriculture
Grade Level: 9-14
Agricultural Mechanics and Technology Systems presents focused, technically accurate coverage of all major skilled trade disciplines in agricultural contexts, including construction, electricity, welding, and power systems. In addition, the text provides a wealth of information and resources on careers in agricultural mechanics and promotes a deep understanding of supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs) and career development events (CDEs). The second edition has been updated with over 500 new images and 35 new Career Connection features to portray up-to-date tools, technologies, and career opportunities. A chapter on Precision Agriculture and Emerging Technologies introduces students to the many high-tech applications, including geographic information systems (GIS), telematics, sustainable energy sources, precision agriculture, wireless sensor networks, and the use of drones.
  • A chapter on safety and over 90 extensive "Safety Notes" cultivate a safety-first mindset and drive home the point that safe work habits are needed in every domain of agricultural mechanics and technology.
  • "Hands-on Agriculture" and "STEM and Academic Activities" provide engaging, inquiry-based learning activities for students and provide a bridge between theory and practice.
  • To connect classroom and experiential learning, all-new Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) Profiles introduce real stories of successful projects, while SAE for ALL Opportunities and Check-ins provided at the end of each chapter act as additional springboards for planning and decision-making.
  • The Student Lab Workbook includes additional hands-on applications for each lesson while the Online Learning Suite offers additional activities with access to the AFNR video library of over 70 videos, scripted and produced by Ag experts on topics of high interest for students.
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Table of Contents
Section I Introduction to Agricultural Mechanics
1. Introduction to Agriculture and Agricultural Mechanics
2. Careers and Employability Skills
3. Experiential Learning through Agricultural Mechanics
4. Precision Agriculture and Emerging Technologies
5. Safety and Developing Safe Work Habits
Section II Tools, Materials, Fasteners, and Hardware
6. Measuring and Marking Tools
7. Hand Tools
8. Power Tools
9. Materials, Fasteners, and Hardware
Section III Project Planning and Woodworking
10. Project Planning and Design
11. Fundamentals of Woodworking
12. Designing, Planning, and Constructing Woodworking Projects
Section IV Surveying and Structures
13. Surveying and Site Analysis
14. Concrete Foundations and Flatwork
15. Masonry
16. Framing Structures
17. Finishing Structures
18. Specialized Agricultural Structures
19. Fencing
Section V Electricity, Wiring, and Electric Motors
20. Electric Theory Power
21. Wiring AC Circuits
22. Wiring DC Circuits
23. Electric Motors and Controls
Section VI Plumbing, Irrigation, and Environmental Controls
24. Plumbing Design and Installation
25. Farm and Landscape Irrigation
26. Environmental Controls
Section VII Metalworking and Welding
27. Fundamentals of Metalworking
28. Oxyfuel Welding, Cutting, and Brazing
29. Shielded Metal Arc Welding
30. Gas Metal and Flux Cored Arc Welding
31. Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
32. Plasma Cutting
Section VIII Engines and Machinery
33. Internal Combustion Engines
34. Small Engine Performance, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting
35. Power Trains and Power Systems
36. Machinery Maintenance and Management
37. Hydraulic and Pneumatic Power
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Correlations
NOCTI Correlations
YouScience® Industry Certifications
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Agricultural Mechanics 115 (PDF, 364.02 KB)
About the Author(s)

J.P. Hancock - is an Assistant Lecturer in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A & M University. Prior to joining Texas A & M, Mr. Hancock taught high school agriculture science for nearly 30 years. Mr. Hancock holds B.S. and M.S. degrees from Texas A & M University.

Don W. Edgar Ph.D. - is an Associate Professor of teacher education at University of Arkansas, where he teaches methods of teaching in agricultural education, methods of laboratory instructions, social data analysis, small gas engines and turf machines. Dr. Edgar also supervises student teachers in field placement.

Michael L. Pate Ph.D. - is Assistant Professor of Agricultural Systems Technology at Utah State University, where he coordinates the agricultural systems technology undergraduate program. Prior to pursuing graduate studies, Dr. Pate taught at the high school level for three years.

Lori A. Dyer - taught in agriculture career technology programs for 30 years. For Curriculum for Agriculture Science Education (CASE), Ms. Dyer is certified in several areas and helped to develop the CASE Ag Power and Technology curriculum. She holds a B.S. degree from Ohio State University and a Masters of Instruction degree from the University of Delaware.

W. Brian Hoover Ph.D. - is an Associate Professor at Murray State University in Murray, KY, where he teaches undergraduate and graduate classes in the agricultural systems technology program.