Agricultural Equipment Technician 20, 30
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Course Configurations

Agricultural Equipment Technician 20

Optional Modules from the Welding Curriculum

Agricultural Equipment Technician 30

Agricultural Equipment Technician (WP) 20

Agricultural Equipment Technician (WP) 30

Module 1: Agriculture Industry Overview (Core)
Module Code
AGET1
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
2-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Develop an awareness of the agriculture industry.
Module 2A: Personal Safety (Core)
Module Code
AGET2A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
4-8
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Apply safety standards to prevent injuries in the agricultural equipment technician workspace.
Module 2C: Hazardous Materials (Core)
Module Code
AGET2C
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
2-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate proper handling of hazardous materials to prevent injury in the workplace.
Module 2E: Biosecurity and Food Safety (Core)
Module Code
AGET2E
Level
Advanced
Suggested Time (hrs)
2-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Examine proper handling of equipment to ensure biosecurity and food safety.
Module 3A: Large Equipment (Core)
Module Code
AGET3A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 1
Explore the characteristics of large equipment in the agriculture industry.
Module 3B: Small Equipment (Optional)
Module Code
AGET3B
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
2-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate the function of small equipment used in agricultural operations.
Module 4: Hand and Power Tools (Core)
Module Code
AGET4
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Apply safe work practices when using and maintaining hand and power tools.
Module 5: Fasteners (Core)
Module Code
AGET5
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
1-2
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Identify, select and use fasteners properly.
Module 6: Lubricants (Core)
Module Code
AGET6
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
1-2
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate the characteristics of agricultural equipment lubricants.
Module 7A: Agricultural Equipment Dealerships (Core)
Module Code
AGET7A
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
4-8
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 3A
Explore the structure, function and operation of an agricultural equipment dealership.
Module 8: Agricultural Equipment Lifting and Support (Core)
Module Code
AGET8
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Demonstrate safe procedures to lift and support agricultural equipment.
Module 9A: Introductory Agricultural Equipment Maintenance (Core)
Module Code
AGET9A
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
4-8
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate basic agricultural equipment maintenance procedures.
Module 9B: Advanced Agricultural Equipment Maintenance (Core)
Module Code
AGET9B
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
10-20
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 9A
Perform appropriate advanced agricultural equipment maintenance procedures safely and correctly.
Module 10: Tracks, Tires and Wheels (Optional)
Module Code
AGET10
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Explore the processes involved in the diagnosis, service and repair of agricultural equipment tracks, tires and wheels.
Module 11: Storage Batteries (Optional)
Module Code
AGET11
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
2-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate diagnostic service processes for agricultural equipment storage batteries.
Module 14A: Fundamentals of Agricultural Equipment Electrical Systems (Core)
Module Code
AGET14A
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Explore the function and operation of electrical circuits.
Module 16: Small Engines (Optional)
Module Code
AGET16
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
10-15
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate the operation, diagnosis and repair of small engines.
Module 17: Industrial Engine Theory (Optional)
Module Code
AGET17
Level
Advanced
Suggested Time (hrs)
10-15
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 16
Explore the construction and operation of multicylinder engines.
Module 18: Charging Systems (Optional)
Module Code
AGET18
Level
Advanced
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 14A
Examine engine charging systems.
Module 19: Starting Systems (Optional)
Module Code
AGET19
Level
Advanced
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 14A
Investigate engine starting systems.
Module 22: Power Train (Optional)
Module Code
AGET22
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Explore the components and operation of agricultural equipment power trains.
Module 23: Steering Systems (Optional)
Module Code
AGET23
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate agricultural equipment steering systems.
Module 25: Brake Systems (Core)
Module Code
AGET25
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 24
Investigate agricultural equipment brake systems.
Module 26: Heating and Cooling Systems (Optional)
Module Code
AGET26
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-10
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Explore agricultural equipment heating and cooling systems.
Module 30: Career Opportunities (Core)
Module Code
AGET30
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
2-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Explore agricultural equipment-related occupations.
Module 80A: Work Study Preparation (Optional)
Module Code
AGET80A
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Prepare for the work placement.
Module 81A: Work Study Placement (Optional)
Module Code
AGET81A
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Suggested Time (hrs)
25-50
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 80A
Participate in a work placement experience.
Module 82A: Work Study Follow-up (Optional)
Module Code
AGET82A
Level
Intermediate, Advanced
Suggested Time (hrs)
2-4
Prerequisite Module(s)
Module 81A
Relate a work placement experience to personal and career goals.
Module 85A: Agricultural Equipment Technician Business Opportunities (Optional)
Module Code
AGET85A
Level
Advanced
Suggested Time (hrs)
3-5
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate business opportunities in the agricultural equipment industry.
Module 88: Apprenticeship (Core)
Module Code
AGET88
Level
Introductory
Suggested Time (hrs)
5-7
Prerequisite Module(s)
None
Investigate apprenticeship in the trades.
Module 99A: Extended Study (Optional)
Module Code
AGET99A
Level
Intermediate
Suggested Time (hrs)
10-25
Prerequisite Module(s)
None