Bachelor of Science, Major in Agricultural Engineering Technology
The purpose of the Agricultural Engineering Technology curriculum is to provide an educational experience based on the fundamentals of engineering principles and practices. Theory-based lectures will be accompanied by experiential learning activities for persons who intend to pursue a career related to the technical operation and management of an agriculture enterprise. It is expected that graduates will choose a position of leadership and responsibility in a career area associated with service and sales, production, processing, product testing, alternative energies, or a government agency.
Agricultural Engineering Technology majors are required to complete the concentration in Power Machinery Management or a minor area of study. Common minors are Agricultural Business, Plant and Soil Science, and Construction.
An internship in an agricultural engineering technology-related business or industry is strongly encouraged for each student. This will provide students 'real-life' learning experiences outside their regular classroom and laboratory opportunities. Students generally seek an internship experience at the end of their sophomore or junior year. Internships may be arranged through a student's contact with providers or through departmental announcements or postings. All internships must be approved by the student's departmental academic adviser prior to the initiation of the internship. Maximum credit for the internships is six (6) credit hours.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science, Major in Agricultural Engineering Technology | ||
| Core Curriculum | ||
| Component Area I (Communication) | 6 | |
| Component Area II (Mathematics) | 3 | |
| Component Area III (Life and Physical Science) | 8 | |
| Component Area IV (Language, Philosophy, and Culture) | 3 | |
| Component Area V (Creative Arts) | 3 | |
| Component Area VI (U.S. History) | 6 | |
| Component Area VII (Political Science/Government) | 6 | |
| Component Area VIII (Social and Behavioral Sciences) | 3 | |
| Component Area IX (Component Area Option) | 4 | |
| Degree Specific Requirements | ||
| ACCT 2301 | Principles of Financial Acc | 3 |
| ACOM 3360 | Communication Skills for Agriculturists | 3 |
| or ENGL 3330 | Intro to Technical Writing | |
| AGRI 1309 | Computers in Agriculture (or approved substitute) | 3 |
| or CSTE 1330 | Introduction to Computers | |
| ETDD 1361 | Engineering Graphics | 3 |
| or ETDD 1390 | Intro -Computer Aided Drafting | |
| or AGET 3350 | Plasma Arc Cutting Technology | |
| MATH 1342 | Elementary Statistics | 3 |
| MGMT 3310 | Principles Of Management (or approved BUAD, AGBU (advanced)) | 3 |
| PHYS 1305 & PHYS 1105 | Classical Physics & Thermdynmc and Class Phy & Thermodynamics Lab | 4 |
| Major Core | ||
| AGET 2303 | Intro to Ag Engineering Tech | 3 |
| AGRI 1131 | Intro to Pro Leadership Skills | 1 |
| PLSC or ANSC Electives - Select one from the following: | 4 | |
| Animal Science and Animal Science Laboratory | ||
| Plant Science and Plant Science Laboratory | ||
| Major Core | ||
| AGBU 2317 | Principles of Agri Economics | 3 |
| or AGBU 2389 | Agribusiness Financl Analysis | |
| AGRI 4120 | Professional Career Skills | 1 |
| Approved, Agricultural Engineering Technology advanced electives, including internship hours. 1 | 20-26 | |
| Minor or Concentration 2 | 18-24 | |
| Minor (18 SCH) | ||
Minor | ||
Minor (Advanced) | ||
| Concentration: Power Machinery Management 24 SCH) | ||
| Agribusiness Org & Mgt | ||
| Agricultural Finance | ||
| Applied Electronics/Hydraulics | ||
| Agricultural Engines & Tractor | ||
| Successful Workplace Relations | ||
| Negotiation in Business | ||
AGET 4000 Approved Elective | ||
| Time And Motion Study | ||
| Total Hours | 120 | |
| 1 | Students pursing a minor take 26 semester credit hours of approved, Agricultural Engineering Technology advanced electives, including internship hours. Students pursing a Concentration in Power Machinery Management take 20 semester credit hours approved, Agricultural Engineering Technology advanced electives, including internship hours. |
| 2 | Students have the option of either 1) pursing a minor with 18 semester credit hours of coursework or 2) pursing a Concentration in Power Machinery Management with 24 semester credit hours of coursework. |
Note: Students should use elective and/or minor hours to satisfy the 42 advanced hour requirement.
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area I | 3 | Component Area I | 3 |
| Component Area II | 3 | Component Area III | 4 |
| AGET 2303 | 3 | Component Area VI | 3 |
| AGRI 1131 | 1 | Component Area VII | 3 |
| AGRI 1309 or CSTE 1330 | 3 | PLSC 1307 & PLSC 11071 | 4 |
| 13 | 17 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area VI | 3 | Component Area III | 4 |
| Component Area VIII | 3 | Component Area IV | 3 |
| AGBU 2317 or 2389 | 3 | Component Area V | 3 |
| MATH 1342 | 3 | ACCT 2301 | 3 |
| Minor | 3 | ETDD 1361, 1390, or AGET 3350 | 3 |
| 15 | 16 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Component Area VII | 3 | AGET Advanced Electives2 | 3-6 |
| Component Area IX | 4 | MGMT 3310 (or Advanced AGBU Elective) | 3 |
| AGET Advanced Elective2 | 3 | Minor Advanced OR Concentration Courses3, 4 | 6-9 |
| PHYS 1305 & PHYS 1105 | 4 | ||
| 14 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| ACOM 3360 or ENGL 3330 | 3 | AGET Advanced Electives2 | 8 |
| AGET Advanced Electives2 | 6-9 | AGRI 4120 | 1 |
| Minor Advanced OR Concentration Course3, 4 | 3-6 | Minor or Concentration 3, 4 | 6 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Total Hours: 120 | |||
Note: Students should use elective and/or minor hours to satisfy the 42 advanced hour requirement.
| 1 | Or ANSC 1319 & ANSC 1119 |
| 2 | Students pursing a minor take 26 semester credit hours of approved, Agricultural Engineering Technology advanced electives, including internship hours. Students pursing a Concentration in Power Machinery Management take 20 semester credit hours approved, Agricultural Engineering Technology advanced electives, including internship hour. |
| 3 | Students have the option of either 1) pursing a minor with 18 semester credit hours of coursework or 2) pursing a Concentration in Power Machinery Management with 24 semester credit hours of coursework. |
| 4 | See, below Power Machinery Management Concentration course list. |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Power Machinery Management Concentration Courses 4 | ||
| AGBU 3361 | Agribusiness Org & Mgt | 3 |
| AGBU 3367 | Agricultural Finance | 3 |
| AGET 4385 | Applied Electronics/Hydraulics | 3 |
| AGET 4387 | Agricultural Engines & Tractor | 3 |
| BUAD 3336 | Successful Workplace Relations | 3 |
| BUAD 4325 | Negotiation in Business | 3 |
| AGET 4000 Approved Elective Course | 3 | |
| ETEC 3374 | Time And Motion Study | 3 |
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) marketable skills initiative is part of the state’s 60x30TX plan and was designed to help students articulate their skills to employers. Marketable skills are those skills valued by employers and/or graduate programs that can be applied in a variety of work or education settings and may include interpersonal, cognitive, and applied skill areas.
The BS in Agricultural Engineering Technology is designed to provide graduates with the following marketable skills:
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Understand the importance and use of technology found in agriculture and related industries for real-world problem solving.
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Evaluate how technology has changed in our society and how those technologies are utilized in modern agriculture and related industries.
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Analyze engineering issues found within agriculture and/or other related industries, and the technological solutions to those problems.
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Apply independent and team-working skills to accomplish objectives and meet organizational goals.
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Demonstrate a work ethic and soft skills that are desirable of an employee.
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Use professional oral and written communication skills for the transfer of technologically-rich knowledge.
