Agricultural Mechanics Fundamentals & Applications, 8th Student Edition
By Ray V. Herren
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Herren's AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS FUNDAMENTALS & APPLICATIONS, 8th Student Edition, addresses the ever-evolving field of agricultural mechanics and the needs of students in high school and post-secondary agricultural education programs. New chapters focus on renewable energy and innovative and emerging technologies in agriculture such as robotics, lasers and drones. Knowledge and skills are built through measurable learning outcomes, relevant and authentic content and assessments. Hands-on learning is emphasized, including detailed project plans, instructive data tables, information on the SAE for All program and projects related to agricultural mechanics. Content is aligned to the AFNR Standards and YouScience® Industry Certification Standards, highlighting connections to each of the STEM disciplines. The text builds student confidence and promotes success in the classroom and beyond.
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Herren's AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS FUNDAMENTALS & APPLICATIONS, 8th Student Edition, addresses the ever-evolving field of agricultural mechanics and the needs of students in high school and post-secondary agricultural education programs. New chapters focus on renewable energy and innovative and emerging technologies in agriculture such as robotics, lasers and drones. Knowledge and skills are built through measurable learning outcomes, relevant and authentic content and assessments. Hands-on learning is emphasized, including detailed project plans, instructive data tables, information on the SAE for All program and projects related to agricultural mechanics. Content is aligned to the AFNR Standards and YouScience® Industry Certification Standards, highlighting connections to each of the STEM disciplines. The text builds student confidence and promotes success in the classroom and beyond.
The text aligns to National and Industry Standards, including AFNR and YouScience® Industry Certification Standards for Agricultural Mechanics and Technology I (110).
Explains why topics are important and relevant to students in each Section Overview.
Enhance and support the student learning experience with seamlessly aligned Chapter Objectives, Content and Review Questions, Discussion Questions and Student Activities. Questions and Activities at the end of each chapter are thoughtfully scaffolded, starting with basic recall questions, moving on to thought-provoking critical thinking questions and progressing to hands-on application to help students achieve a higher level of understanding of the content. Students are supported through chapter Key Terms, a bulleted Summary in each chapter and an English and Spanish Glossary y Glosario.
Connect STEM to Agricultural Mechanics by visually highlighting connections to the application of science, technology, engineering or math concepts in agricultural mechanics.
Table of contents
Unit I: EXPLORING AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS.
- 1. Mechanics in the World of Agriculture.
- 2. Energy in Agriculture.
- 3. New and Emerging Technologies in Agricultural Mechanics.
- 4. Careers in Agricultural Mechanics.
Unit II: USING THE AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS SHOP.
- 5. Shop Orientation and Procedures.
- 6. Personal Safety in Agricultural Mechanics.
- 7. Reducing Hazards in Agricultural Mechanics.
- 8. Shop Cleanup and Organization.
Unit III: HAND WOODWORKING AND METAL WOODWORKING.
- 9. Hand Tools, Fasteners, and Hardware.
- 10. Selecting, Cutting, and Shaping Wood.
- 11. Fastening Wood.
- 12. Finishing Wood.
- 13. Identifying, Marking, Cutting, and Bending Metal.
- 14. Fastening Metal.
Unit IV: TOOL FITTING.
- 15. Repairing and Reconditioning Tools.
- 16. Sharpening Tools.
Unit 5: PREPARING WOOD AND METAL FOR PAINTING.
- 17. Preparing Wood and Metal for Painting.
- 18. Selecting and Applying Painting Materials.
Unit VI: POWER TOOLS IN THE AGRICULTURAL SHOP.
- 19. Portable Power Tools.
- 20. Woodworking with Stationary Power Machines.
- 21. Adjusting and Maintaining Power Woodworking Equipment.
- 22. Metalworking with Power Machines.
Unit VII: PROJECT PLANNING AND DESIGN.
- 23. Selecting, Planning, and Designing a Project.
- 24. Sketching and Drawing Projects.
- 25. Figuring a Bill of Materials.
- 26. Layout Tools and Procedures.
Unit VIII: GAS HEATING, CUTTING, BRAZING, AND WELDING.
- 27. Oxyfuel Processes and Gas Equipment.
- 28. Cutting with Oxyfuels and Other Gases.
- 29. Brazing and Welding with Oxyacetylene.
Unit IX: ARC WELDING.
- 30. Arc Welding Processes and Equipment.
- 31. SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and Other Welding Processes.
Unit X: POWER MECHANICS.
- 32. Fundamentals of Small Engines.
- 33. Small Engine Maintenance and Repair.
- 34. Diesel Engines and Tractor Maintenance and Repair.
Unit XI: ELECTRICITY AND ELECTRONICS.
- 35. Electrical Principles and Applications in Agriculture.
- 36. Electric Motors, Drives, and Controls.
- 37. Installing Branch Circuits.
Unit XII: PLUMBING, HYDRAULIC, AND PNEUMATIC SYSTEMS.
- 38. Plumbing.
- 39. Irrigation Technology.
- 40. Hydraulic and Pneumatic Power.
Unit XIII: CONCRETE AND MASONRY.
- 41. Concrete and Masonry.
Unit XIV: AGRICULTURAL STRUCTURES.
- 42. Planning and Constructing Agricultural Structures.
- 43. Aquaculture, Greenhouse, and Hydroponics Structures.
- 44. Fence Design and Construction.
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