AGRI 130: Agricultural Technologies

Identify and describe examples of modern agricultural systems and mechanized technologies.

Identify the advances made in agricultural technology and provide examples how these technologies have benefited the consumer and improved living conditions throughout the U.S. and world.

Apply basic concepts and applications of precision agricultural systems, biotechnology and sustainable engineering in modern agriculture.

Identify the modern technological practices used to increase food production and environmental conservation locally and globally.

Define the components of an integrated agricultural system and describe reasons for using a systems approach in agricultural technologies and management.

Apply the common safety precautions when working in an agricultural mechanized environment.

Identify the entry-level, technical, and professional career opportunities in agricultural mechanized technologies and related industries.

Identify and describe the interrelationship between science, math, and mechanical principles in modern agricultural and sustainable technologies.

Prepare a systemic series of flexible educational steps for securing employment or continued education in an agricultural technologies or related occupation.