Program Objectives:
Disciplinary Knowledge
- Objective 1 - Students will identify mechanical systems found in agricultural and related industries
- Objective 2 - Students will recognize mechanical failures common to agricultural equipment used in production
- Objective 3 - Students will remember mathematical formulas used to manage mechanical systems found in agriculturally-related industries
Skills and Career Competencies
- Competency 1 - Students will complete situational analyses of business environments to improve productivity and efficiency of agriculturally-related industries
- Competency 2 - Students will demonstrate psychomotor skills for repairing, adjusting, and maintaining mechanical systems found in agriculturally-related industries
- Competency 3 - Students will communicate solutions effectively to resolve agricultural and environmental issues
Each of the program objectives must be achieved and properly assessed with the following required and elective courses. The course information related to the transparency of the student work and how the student work is evaluated is given in the links that correspond to the objectives. The course objectives are written to meet the course description (link to the USU catalog) and achieve the program objectives. Students are evaluated in each course by completing assignments, projects, quizzes, exams, and other forms of formative and summative assessments. To better help students understand the course and program expectations, the corresponding assignments, and the assessment tools (e.g., rubrics) are given for each program objective and its aligning course objective.
Program Objective Disciplinary Knowledge 1:
Students will identify mechanical systems found in agricultural and related industries
Courses that meet the Program Objective
ASTE 1010: Introduction to Agricultural Systems Technology | Instructor, Richard Beard
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will identify and describe the simple machines and determine the actual and theoretical mechanical advantage and efficiency of simple and complex machines
- Students will describe mechanical power trains and determine direction of rotation, speed, torque, and horsepower at any point in the power train
- Students will describe commonly used problem-solving methods and correctly use appropriate methods to solve problems related to AST
- Students will define and calculate work, power, torque, and horsepower and explain their relationships to force, distance, and time
- Students will define and calculate machinery capacity and efficiency
- Students will estimate horsepower available from a given tractor under specific use conditions
- Students will calibrate commonly used application and seeding machines
- Students will interpret OECD and Nebraska Tractor Test results
- Students will determine tractor equipment systems required to complete field operations in a timely manner given specific conditions
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Exam 1
- Exam 2
- Exam 3
ASTE 2200: Electricity in Agricultural Systems | Instructor, Richard Beard
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will install common electrical circuits and use a multi-meter to measure and record voltage and amperage values for all parts and loads in circuits following NEC Code requirements
- Students will interpret electrical schematics/drawings for proper operation, voltage and connections/circuits using a multi-meter
- Students will define the electrical terms introduced in the course through a multiple-choice and/or matching activity
- Students will perform the more advanced mathematical calculations for common electrical circuits in agricultural systems
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Exam 1
- Exam 2
- Exam 3
ASTE 3030: Metal Welding Processes and Technology in Agriculture | Instructor, Michael Pate
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will recognize the difference between various polarities used with welding machines
- Students will be able to complete the set-up of various welding machines/equipment properly
- Students will be able to make simple repairs and projects using welding
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Final Welding Test
- Final Portfolio Exam
- Assignment: Welding Cost Calculations
ASTE 3080: Compact Power Units for Agricultural and Turfgrass Applications | Instructor, Michael Pate
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will explain the fundamental theoretical operating principles and functions of equipment components
- Students will be able to locate and interpret the technical information needed to perform preventative maintenance procedures and equipment repairs
- Students will be able to troubleshoot and repair a small engine system
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Final Project
- Assignment: Troubleshooting laboratory
- Assignment: Disassembly and parts identification laboratory
ASTE 4100: Agricultural Structures and Environment | Instructor, Richard Beard
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will identify size and type of construction materials with simple measurements using quantitative data
- Students will evaluate construction materials using qualitative criteria published by ASABE
- Students will demonstrate the statistical relationship between building measures
- Students will calculate the quantity of materials needed for building construction
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Exam 1
- Exam 2
- Exam 3
Program Objective Disciplinary Knowledge 2:
Students will recognize mechanical failures common to agricultural equipment used in production
Courses that meet the Program Objectives
ASTE 2200: Electricity in Agricultural Systems | Instructor, Richard Beard
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will install common electrical circuits and use a multi-meter to measure and record voltage and amperage values for all parts and loads in circuits following NEC Code requirements
- Students will interpret electrical schematics/drawings for proper operation, voltage and connections/circuits using a multi-meter
- Students will define the electrical terms introduced in the course through a multiple-choice and/or matching activity
- Students will perform the more advanced mathematical calculations for common electrical circuits in agricultural systems
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Exam 1
- Exam 2
- Exam 3
ASTE 3080: Compact Power Units for Agricultural and Turfgrass Applications | Instructor, Michael Pate
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will explain the fundamental theoretical operating principles and functions of equipment components
- Students will be able to locate and interpret the technical information needed to perform preventative maintenance procedures and equipment repairs
- Students will be able to troubleshoot and repair a small engine system
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Final Project
- Assignment: Troubleshooting laboratory
- Assignment: Disassembly and parts identification laboratory
ASTE 4100: Agricultural Structures and Environment | Instructor, Richard Beard
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will identify size and type of construction materials with simple measurements using quantitative data
- Students will evaluate construction materials using qualitative criteria published by ASABE
- Students will demonstrate the statistical relationship between building measures
- Students will calculate the quantity of materials needed for building construction
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Exam 1
- Exam 2
- Exam 3
Program Objective Disciplinary Knowledge 3:
Students will remember mathematical formulas used to manage mechanical systems found in agriculturally-related industries
Courses that meet the Program Objectives
ASTE 1010: Introduction to Agricultural Systems Technology | Instructor, Richard Beard
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will identify and describe the simple machines and determine the actual and theoretical mechanical advantage and efficiency of simple and complex machines
- Students will describe mechanical power trains and determine direction of rotation, speed, torque, and horsepower at any point in the power train
- Students will describe commonly used problem-solving methods and correctly use appropriate methods to solve problems related to AST
- Students will define and calculate work, power, torque, and horsepower and explain their relationships to force, distance, and time
- Students will define and calculate machinery capacity and efficiency
- Students will estimate horsepower available from a given tractor under specific use conditions
- Students will calibrate commonly used application and seeding machines
- Students will interpret OECD and Nebraska Tractor Test results
- Students will determine tractor equipment systems required to complete field operations in a timely manner given specific conditions
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Exam 1
- Exam 2
- Exam 3
ASTE 3030: Metal Welding Processes and Technology in Agriculture | Instructor, Michael Pate
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will recognize the difference between various polarities used with welding machines
- Students will be able to complete the set-up of various welding machines/equipment properly
- Students will be able to make simple repairs and projects using welding
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Final Welding Test
- Final Portfolio Exam
- Assignment: Welding Cost Calculations
ASTE 4100: Agricultural Structures and Environment | Instructor, Richard Beard
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will identify size and type of construction materials with simple measurements using quantitative data
- Students will evaluate construction materials using qualitative criteria published by ASABE
- Students will demonstrate the statistical relationship between building measures
- Students will calculate the quantity of materials needed for building construction
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Exam 1
- Exam 2
- Exam 3
Program Objective Skills Competency 1:
Students will complete situational analyses of business environments to improve productivity and efficiency of agriculturally-related industries
Courses that meet the Program Objectives
ASTE 1010: Introduction to Agricultural Systems Technology | Instructor, Richard Beard
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will identify and describe the simple machines and determine the actual and theoretical mechanical advantage and efficiency of simple and complex machines
- Students will describe mechanical power trains and determine direction of rotation, speed, torque, and horsepower at any point in the power train
- Students will describe commonly used problem-solving methods and correctly use appropriate methods to solve problems related to AST
- Students will define and calculate work, power, torque, and horsepower and explain their relationships to force, distance, and time
- Students will define and calculate machinery capacity and efficiency
- Students will estimate horsepower available from a given tractor under specific use conditions
- Students will calibrate commonly used application and seeding machines
- Students will interpret OECD and Nebraska Tractor Test results
- Students will determine tractor equipment systems required to complete field operations in a timely manner given specific conditions
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Exam 1
- Exam 2
- Exam 3
ASTE 2200: Electricity in Agricultural Systems | Instructor, Richard Beard
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will install common electrical circuits and use a multi-meter to measure and record voltage and amperage values for all parts and loads in circuits following NEC Code requirements
- Students will interpret electrical schematics/drawings for proper operation, voltage and connections/circuits using a multi-meter
- Students will define the electrical terms introduced in the course through a multiple-choice and/or matching activity
- Students will perform the more advanced mathematical calculations for common electrical circuits in agricultural systems
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Exam 1
- Exam 2
- Exam 3
ASTE 4100: Agricultural Structures and Environment | Instructor, Richard Beard
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will identify size and type of construction materials with simple measurements using quantitative data
- Students will evaluate construction materials using qualitative criteria published by ASABE
- Students will demonstrate the statistical relationship between building measures
- Students will calculate the quantity of materials needed for building construction
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Exam 1
- Exam 2
- Exam 3
ASTE 5260: Environmental Impacts of Agricultural Systems Instructor, Bruce Miller
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will identify and explain federal laws affecting environmental regulation enforcement in agricultural production systems
- Students will analyze agricultural potential pollutants and measures to mitigate negative impacts
- Students will demonstrate effective written, oral, and presentation skills in an agricultural environment context
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Assignment: Law Presentation
Program Objective Skills Competency 2:
Students will demonstrate psychomotor skills for repairing, adjusting, and maintaining mechanical systems found in agriculturally-related industries
Courses that meet the Program Objectives
ASTE 2200: Electricity in Agricultural Systems | Instructor, Richard Beard
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will install common electrical circuits and use a multi-meter to measure and record voltage and amperage values for all parts and loads in circuits following NEC Code requirements
- Students will interpret electrical schematics/drawings for proper operation, voltage and connections/circuits using a multi-meter
- Students will define the electrical terms introduced in the course through a multiple-choice and/or matching activity
- Students will perform the more advanced mathematical calculations for common electrical circuits in agricultural systems
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Exam 1
- Exam 2
- Exam 3
ASTE 3030: Metal Welding Processes and Technology in Agriculture | Instructor, Michael Pate
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will recognize the difference between various polarities used with welding machines
- Students will be able to complete the set-up of various welding machines/equipment properly
- Students will be able to make simple repairs and projects using welding
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Final Welding Test
- Final Portfolio Exam
- Assignment: Welding Cost Calculations
ASTE 3080: Compact Power Units for Agricultural and Turfgrass Applications | Instructor, Michael Pate
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will explain the fundamental theoretical operating principles and functions of equipment components
- Students will be able to locate and interpret the technical information needed to perform preventative maintenance procedures and equipment repairs
- Students will be able to troubleshoot and repair a small engine system
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Final Project
- Assignment: Troubleshooting laboratory
- Assignment: Disassembly and parts identification laboratory
Program Objective Skills Competency 3:
Students will communicate solutions effectively to resolve agricultural and environmental issues
Courses that meet the Program Objectives
ASTE/JCOM 3050: Technical and Professional Communication Principles | Instructor, Kenna Kesler
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will demonstrate strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills
- Students will recall the components of technical writing and how they apply to preparing effective business and professional documents
- Students will communicate complex information in a simplified manner appropriate for targeted audiences
- Students will prepare and deliver technical presentations by applying principles of effective oral communication and slide design
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Assignment: Writing for Different Audiences
- Assignment: Oral presentation on ethics
- Assignment: Cover letter and resume
- Assignment: Instruction manual
ASTE 4100: Agricultural Structures and Environment | Instructor, Richard Beard
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will identify size and type of construction materials with simple measurements using quantitative data
- Students will evaluate construction materials using qualitative criteria published by ASABE
- Students will demonstrate the statistical relationship between building measures
- Students will calculate the quantity of materials needed for building construction
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Exam 1
- Exam 2
- Exam 3
ASTE 5260: Environmental Impacts of Agricultural Systems Instructor, Bruce Miller
Course Objectives from the Syllabus that meet the Program Objective
- Students will identify and explain federal laws affecting environmental regulation enforcement in agricultural production systems
- Students will analyze agricultural potential pollutants and measures to mitigate negative impacts
- Students will demonstrate effective written, oral, and presentation skills in an agricultural environment context
Course Assignments that meet the Course Objectives
- Assignment: Law Presentation