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By Ray V. Herren

7th Edition © 2019
Discipline:Agriculture
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Beyond providing a thorough introduction to the field of agricultural mechanics, the Precision Exams Edition of this trusted text aligns to Precision Exams’ Agricultural Systems Technology, Level 1 exam. The text covers fundamental mechanical and engineering theory, common tools and materials, and practical applications including shop orientation and procedures, woodworking and metalworking, tool fitting, project planning, cutting and welding, paints and paint application, power mechanics, electrical wiring, plumbing, hydraulics, concrete and masonry, and agricultural structures. Safety is also emphasized strongly throughout the text, and a dedicated unit introduces students to diverse career opportunities. The current edition also features new information on the National FFA Organization and SAEs, first aid, and engine powered equipment, as well as new activities and lab exercises.

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Beyond providing a thorough introduction to the field of agricultural mechanics, the Precision Exams Edition of this trusted text aligns to Precision Exams’ Agricultural Systems Technology, Level 1 exam. The text covers fundamental mechanical and engineering theory, common tools and materials, and practical applications including shop orientation and procedures, woodworking and metalworking, tool fitting, project planning, cutting and welding, paints and paint application, power mechanics, electrical wiring, plumbing, hydraulics, concrete and masonry, and agricultural structures. Safety is also emphasized strongly throughout the text, and a dedicated unit introduces students to diverse career opportunities. The current edition also features new information on the National FFA Organization and SAEs, first aid, and engine powered equipment, as well as new activities and lab exercises.

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Part I: EXPLORING CAREERS IN AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS.

  1. 1. Mechanics in the World of Agriculture.
  2. 2. Career Options in Agricultural Mechanics.

Part II: USING THE AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS SHOP.

  1. 3. Shop Orientation and Procedures.
  2. 4. Personal Safety in Agricultural Mechanics.
  3. 5. Reducing Hazards in Agricultural Mechanics.
  4. 6. Shop Cleanup and Organization.

Part III: HAND WOODWORKING AND METAL WORKING.

  1. 7. Hand Tools, Fasteners, and Hardware.
  2. 8. Layout Tools and Procedures.
  3. 9. Selecting, Cutting, and Shaping Wood.
  4. 10. Fastening Wood.
  5. 11. Finishing Wood.
  6. 12. Identifying, Marking, Cutting, and Bending Metal.
  7. 13. Fastening Metal.

Part IV: POWER TOOLS IN THE AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS SHOP.

  1. 14. Portable Power Tools.
  2. 15. Woodworking with Power Machines.
  3. 16. Adjusting and Maintaining Power Woodworking Equipment.
  4. 17. Metalworking with Power Machines.

Part V: PROJECT PLANNING.

  1. 18. Sketching and Drawing Projects.
  2. 19. Figuring a Bill of Materials.
  3. 20. Selecting, Planning, and Building a Project.

Part VI: TOOL FITTING.

  1. 21. Repairing and Reconditioning Tools.
  2. 22. Sharpening Tools.

Part VII: GAS HEATING, CUTTING, BRAZING, AND WELDING.

  1. 23. Using Gas Welding Equipment.
  2. 24. Cutting with Oxyfuels and Other Gases.
  3. 25. Brazing and Welding with Oxyacetylene.

Part VIII: ARC WELDING.

  1. 26. Selecting and Using Arc Welding Equipment.
  2. 27. Arc Welding Mild Steel and GMAW/GTAW Welding.

Part IX: PAINTING.

  1. 28. Preparing Wood and Metal for Painting.
  2. 29. Selecting and Applying Painting Materials.

Part X: POWER MECHANICS.

  1. 30. Fundamentals of Small Engines.
  2. 31. Small Engine Maintenance and Repair.
  3. 32. Diesel Engines and Tractor Maintenance.

Part XI: ELECTRICITY AND ELECTRONICS.

  1. 33. Electrical Principles and Wiring Materials.
  2. 34. Installing Branch Circuits.
  3. 35. Electronics in Agriculture.
  4. 36. Electric Motors, Drives, and Controls.

Part XII: PLUMBING, HYDRAULIC, AND PNEUMATIC SYSTEMS.

  1. 37. Plumbing.
  2. 38. Irrigation Technology.
  3. 39. Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Robotic Power.

Part XIII: CONCRETE AND MASONRY.

  1. 40. Concrete and Masonry.

Part XIV: AGRICULTURAL STRUCTURES.

  1. 41. Planning and Constructing Agricultural Structures.
  2. 42. Aquaculture, Greenhouse, and Hydroponics Structures.
  3. 43. Fence Design and Construction.
  1. Appendix A: Projects.
  2. Appendix B: Data Tables.

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