Biological and Agricultural Engineering Technology (BAET)
Introduction to a comprehensive precision agriculture program. Topics include computers, FMIS, GNSS, sensors, mechanized soil sampling, variable rate control system, and yield monitors. Applications of precision agriculture in crop planning, tillage, planting, chemical applications, and harvesting.
Prerequisite: MAA 102
Typically offered in Spring only
Students develop computer-based problem solving techniques to solve introductory problems in Biological and Agricultural Engineering Technology. Emphasis is on developing solution algorithms and implementing them with spreadsheets.
Prerequisite: MA 131
Typically offered in Fall only
Safety practices, materials, equipment, processes, procedures, and management techniques related to operation and maintenance of a mechanized agricultural enterprise or agriculture-related industry. Theory and practice through basic shop operations and procedures.
Typically offered in Spring only
Water management principles applied to agriculture; hydrologic cycle, runoff, surface and sub-surface drainage, soil conservation measures to reduce erosion and sedimentation, irrigation, pond construction, open channel flow, water rights and environmental laws pertaining to water management. Emphasis on problem solving
Prerequisite: Junior standing.
Typically offered in Spring only
Environmental relationships, design methods, materials and construction procedures as they relate to agricultural animal production facilities. Problem situations integrating structural design, environmental control, and waste handling.
Typically offered in Spring only
Application of the principles of fluid flow, heat transfer, refrigeration, psychrometrics, and materials handling to the processing of agricultural products. Pump sizing, heat exchanger selection, refrigeration analyses, fan sizing, crop drying, and selection of materials handling equipment.
Typically offered in Spring only
Practical and efficient use of electrical energy for agricultural and home application. Energy conservation, electric rates, farm and house wiring, circuit design, single-phase and three-phase distribution systems, electric motors, lighting, space and water heating, electric controls, safety and protective devices.
Prerequisite: PY 211 and Junior standing or above
Typically offered in Spring only
Agricultural machinery principles, energy requirements, operation, calibration and environmental considerations. Diesel engine principles and their application to engine power, efficiencies and systems. Power trains and hydraulic systems. Application of basic machinery and power principles to mechanical needs in environmental systems.
Typically offered in Spring only
Safety and health issues for agricultural and environmental occupations. Hazard recognition, injury and illness prevention, regulations, and safety and health management strategies for agricultural production, chemical handling, and waste management. Environmental factors which affect human health and safety.
Prerequisite: Junior standing.
Typically offered in Fall only
Students will learn how to implement environmental restoration designs for streams, wetlands, and stormwater best management practices to improve ecosystem health. Topics include interpretation of construction drawings and specifications, calculating construction quantities and developing contractor bid tabs, environmental permitting and regulations, erosion and sediment control, project management and scheduling, construction oversight, specialized construction materials and equipment for environmental projects, survey stakeout, vegetation installation and management, site inspection and maintenance, and monitoring of structural and ecological conditions of restoration projects. In-class field trips are required.
Typically offered in Fall only
Study of Project Management Institute (PMI) principles and management of management tools relating to a technology capstone project. Includes development and evaluation of potential project solutions, problem resolution emphasizing communication, critical analysis, and planning techniques, effective teamwork, and presentation of project through oral presentation and written reports. Must be within 36 credit hours of completing the degree.
Typically offered in Spring only