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.
