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Agriculture Mechanics - AM 11/12


The student will identify a safe work environment and demonstrate safe practices. 1-1 Store tools and equipment properly.

1-2 Understand and use established shop procedures (policies).

1-3 Organize and maintain a clean, orderly work environment.

1-4 Understand and demonstrate safe use of tools and power equipment.

1-5 Use appropriate personal safety equipment (coveralls, safety glasses, footwear).

1-6 Demonstrate safe electrical practices.

1-7 Use emergency equipment (fire extinguisher, fire blanket, eye wash).

1-8 Interpret and comply with Material Safety Data Sheets.

1-9 Interpret information on labels and signs.

1-10 Use proper lifting and carrying techniques.

1-11 Store flammable materials.

1-12 Identify safety zones around equipment.

1-13 Identify proper tools for job requirements.

1-14 Understand tractor safety.

1-15 Understand refueling safety.

1-16 Conduct a farm safety assessment (CSU Extension).

1-17 Identify disposal methods of common hazardous agricultural materials.


Content Standard 11/12.2: The student will be able to develop; interpret, and read plans and/or blueprints as well as read and interpret technical manuals.

2-1 Read and interpret equipment operator’s manuals.

2-2 Read and interpret equipment service manuals.

2-3 Read blueprints.

2-4 Develop a procedure list.

2-5 Figure a bill of materials.

2-6 Develop a working drawing.

2-7 Estimate the cost of a project.

2-8 Read a schematic diagram.


Content Standard 11/12.3: The student will develop products which have a practical purpose and reflect craftsmanship.

3-1 Develop and use a procedure list

3-2 Determine a timeline for project construction.

3-3 Identify and correct project defects using approved methods.

3-4 Demonstrate time saving habits.

3-5 Select a project and design a project plan.

3-6 List tools needed to complete a project.

3-7 Accurately measure building materials (i.e. steel , wood, concrete, etc.).

3-8 Determine processes needed for project completion (ex: GMAW vs. SMAW).

3-9 Select appropriate materials.

3-10 Construct a plumbing project.

3-11 Construct an ag mechanics project utilizing a variety of processes and materials.

3-12 Survey the community for ag mechanics projects needed.


Content Standard 11/12.4: The student will demonstrate how to be a cooperative contributor who participates effectively to accomplish a group activity in agricultural mechanics.

4-1 Respect, accept, and work with all individuals in the workplace.

4-2 Plan a team project and identify individual member’s responsibility.

4-3 Perform engine disassembly.

4-4 Perform engine assembly.

4-5 Lay out a foundation.

4-6 Lay out a fenceline.

4-7 Operate a transit.

4-8 Use a line level.

4-9 Evaluate your own performance as a member of a group.

4-10 Plan and construct a BOAC project.

4-11 Measure land.

4-12 Pour cement.

4-13 Conduct a farm safety assessment.

4-14 Design and construct an irrigation system.

Content Standard 11/12.5: The student will demonstrate the use of current technology and principles of ag mechanics.

Welding (W)

5-1 Selection and use of welding equipment and materials.

5-2 Complete the following welds using GMAW and SMAW processes: vertical up, vertical down, overhead, and horizontal.

5-3 Weld cast iron.

5-4 Weld stainless steel.

5-5 Weld aluminum.

5-6 Hardface steel.

5-7 Control distortion.

5-8 Braze mild steel.

5-9 Identify metal.

5-10 Identify methods of cutting metal.

5-11 Cut metal to size and shape.

5-12 Construct welding jigs and templates.

Concrete (C)

5-1 Estimate quantities of material for a job.

5-2 Lay out, set, and treat forms.

5-3 Construct support forms.

5-4 Mix and pour cement.

5-5 Finish cement.

5-6 Reinforce concrete.

5-7 Set anchors in concrete.

5-8 Lay concrete blocks.

5-9 Determine appropriate admixtures.

5-10 Understand different applications/uses for concrete.

5-11 Lay brick cinderblock.

5-12 Drill and place anchors in concrete.

Carpentry (CP)

5-1 Lay out and design a building.

5-2 Identify local building permit requirements.

5-3 Identify requirements of the Uniform Building Code.

5-4 Utilize computer aided design programs in designing a structure.

5-5 Define construction terminology.

5-6 Select construction materials.

5-7 Estimate materials and costs.

5-8 Frame a floor, roof, and wall.

5-9 Frame window and door openings.

5-10 Build trusses.

5-11 Apply subfloor/subroof.

5-12 Roof a building.

5-13 Select appropriate insulation materials.

5-14 Apply siding and sheathing.

5-15 Install doors and windows.

5-16 Trim and paint a building.

5-17 Select and mix paint.

5-18 Apply paint with low and high pressure sprayers.

5-19 Set up transit/farm level.

5-20 Measure elevation.

5-21 Lay out a contour line.

Electricity (E)

5-1 Identify electrical components.

5-2 Identify wire types, sizes, and uses.

5-3 Understand circuit theory and design.

5-4 Calculate the cost of electrical power.

5-5 Wire a single pole switch, 3 way switch, duplex outlet and light fixture.

5-6 Start, stop, and install electric motors.

5-7 Identify and select electric motors.

5-8 Understand practical applications of the National Electric Code.

5-9 Identify over current devices and applications.

5-10 Understand/determine electrical charges.


Content Standard 11/12.6: The student will gain skills in agricultural mechanics through practical experience.

6-1 Maintain an SAE recordbook for use in analyzing the enterprise for efficiency.

6-2 Schedule regular SAE visit.

6-3 Construct projects relating to the SAE program.

6-4 Explore career opportunities in ag mechanics.

6-5 Complete a job shadowing experience.

6-6 Develop a resume and cover letter.

6-7 Complete an employment application.

6-8 Interview for a job.

6-9 Plan a field trip to an ag mechanics business.

6-10 Tour a post-secondary ag mechanics program.

6-11 Complete proficiency award application in ag mechanics.


Content Standard 10.12: The student will participate in the operation of the FFA Chapter.

12-1 Participate in a POA Committee.

12-2 Attend FFA meetings.

12-3 Demonstrate 5 parliamentary procedure abilities.

12-4 Complete a proficiency application.

12-5 Complete the Chapter FFA Degree application.

12-6 Attend district leadership conference.

12-7 Attend State FFA Leadership Conference.

12-8 Participate in judging contests at the local level.

12-9 Participate in fundraising activities.

12-10 Participate in a least one community service activity.


Content Standard 10.2: The student will implement plans for improvement of the SAE program. 2-1 Revise your long term plan.

2-2 Complete a proficiency application.

2-3 Complete the Chapter FFA Degree application.

2-4 Complete a preliminary State FFA Degree application.

2-5 Understand secondary enterprises.

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