Ag Mechanics/Metal Fabrication

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Overview

The Agriculture Program at LCCA prepares students for careers in agriculture, forestry, and the trades. Agriculture is the number one industry in the state and has a growing number of jobs to help support it. Agriculture is more than just farming; it’s science, technology, and so much more. Our Ag. Program at LCCA is a rigorous program centered around the “Three-Circle Model.” This model is comprised of classroom instruction, the FFA Organization, and the Supervised Agricultural Experience Project. It’s the foundation for all Agriculture programs in the State and gives students a complete and in-depth experience. Our goal is to help build our students into successful young adults.

The classroom component is centered around our classroom instruction in topics such as AG Science, AG Mechanics (welding, wiring, woodworking, etc.), and Forestry.

The FFA Organization component is devoted to building a foundation of leadership skills that will prepare students for success in both their professional and personal lives. FFA allows students opportunities to compete in Career Development Contests, attend Leadership Conferences, and participate in networking opportunities like FFA Day at the Capital and the Hall County Farm City Breakfast. Students are required to take a leadership test and accrue leadership points through participating in FFA or completing 8 hours of community service with a local community service organization.

The final component is the Supervised Agricultural Experience Project. Students are required to complete a project that connects back to agriculture. Students have done SAE projects related to showing livestock, completing AG Science Fair Projects, working for an electrician, growing a garden, and more. This gives students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an area related to agriculture.

Main Topics

Basic AG
- FFA (Leadership)
- SAE (what it is, how to complete)
- What Agriculture is
- Basic Forestry Principles
- Basic Livestock Production Principles
- Basic Ag Mechanics Principles
- Soil Science
AG Mechanics I
- Basic Wiring
- Basic Woodworking
- Basic Plumbing
- Basic Small Engines Principles
- Leadership Traits for Career Success
- Career Exploration in AG Mechanics
- Leadership
AG Mechanics II
- Advanced Wiring
- Advanced Woodworking
- Advanced Plumbing
- Stick Welding
- Angle Grinder Use
- Ironworker Use
- Leadership
Metal Fabrication
- Plasma Hand Torch Use
- MIG Welding
- Metal Fabrication Student Project
- Chop Saw Use
- Stick Welding Weaving
- Leadership
Forestry
- Land Measurement
- Tree ID
- Tree Measurement for Volume
- Tree Planting
- Silviculture Management
- Career Exploration for Forestry
- Forestry Equipment Use
- Leadership
Agriculture Electricity and Controls
- Advanced Electrical Wiring
- Career Exploration
- Leadership

Expectations

Program Expectations

This is an in-depth program and students are expected to come to class, work hard, and have a good attitude.
Students are expected to get to know other students in the class even though they come from different home schools. This is very important and replicates the working world where you may start a job not knowing anyone.
Students are expected to fulfill their Leadership Test grade points through either participating in our FFA Chapter or completing 8 hours of community service. Students are expected to grow their leadership skills in some way.
Students are also expected to complete their SAE hours every semester (minimum 18 hours per semester). These are major grades are a mandatory requirement.

Course Descriptions

Basic Agricultural Science 1
Prerequisite: None
Description: Introduces the major areas of scientific agricultural production and research; presents introductory skills, problem solving lessons, and knowledge in agricultural science and agri-related technologies. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities.

Agricultural Mechanics Technology I – II
Prerequisite: Basic Agricultural Science recommended
Description: Introduces selected major areas of agricultural mechanics technology including small engine maintenance and repair, metal fabrication, concrete construction, building construction, plumbing, electrical wiring, maintenance of agricultural machinery, tractors, equipment, and soil and water conservation. Learning activities include skill development and problem-solving. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities.

Agricultural Metals Fabrication 1
Prerequisite: Basic Agricultural Science and Agricultural Mechanics Technology I recommended
Description: Designed to provide students with a more in-depth study of agricultural metal fabrication. Students interested in agricultural mechanics will have the opportunity to explore the many career possibilities in the field of agricultural metal fabrication. Additionally, hands-on-laboratory activities enhance the classroom learning experience and provide students with the skills needed to participate in Supervised Agricultural Experience Programs and FFA Career Development Events. Course available only at Lanier College Career Academy (LCCA) and North Hall High School.

Agriculture Electricity and Electric Controls 1
Prerequisite: Basic Agricultural Science recommended
Description: Designed to provide students with introductory level experiences in selected major areas of agricultural mechanics technology associated with the design and installation of electric motor and non-motor load electrical circuits designed for use in agricultural structures, and agricultural industry applications. Topics covered include electrical terms and theory, branch and feeder circuit design and installation, service entrance equipment selection and installation, electric motors and motor controllers, switching devices including thermostats, proximity sensors, float switches, clock timers, relays, and similar devices. 26

Forest Science 1
Prerequisite: Basic Agricultural Science recommended
Description: Provides entry-level skills for employment in the forest industry and for further study. The course covers establishing forests by natural and artificial means, maintaining and surveying forests, identifying and protecting trees, practicing silviculture, measuring trees and land, mapping, preparing for timber sales and harvest, employing multiple-use resource management, keeping records, and figuring taxes.

Agriculture Work-Based Learning (WBL) Placement .
Prerequisite: Approval by Work-based Learning Coordinator; teacher recommendations; age 16 or older; able to provide own transportation; & concurrently enrolled in a related course or previously taken a related course
Description: Develop transferable employability skills and awareness of workplace culture; mastery of a set of predetermined learning objectives identified with a training plan between the employer and student; understanding of the workplace and self-awareness of related career interests; identification of specific work tasks that will develop workplace competency, soft skills and portfolio development.

CTSO

FFA is a dynamic and growing youth organization consisting of over half-a-million student members, based in agricultural education. The National FFA is successfully changing lives and preparing students for leadership, personal growth, and career success. These lessons, skills, friendships and experiences shape our members and the benefits remain for their entire lives. Members participate in a wide range of agricultural education activities, leading to the possibility of more than 300 professional career opportunities. The continued success of our student members remains the primary mission.

Benefits of Joining FFA:

Leadership Development
Community Service
Scholarships (Local, State, and National)
Opportunity to Meet New People
Financial Rewards

Certifications

Student-Based Business

Instructors

Pathway Guide

Ag. Mechanical Systems

Ag. Mechanics and Metal Fabrication

Ag Mechanics/Metal Fabrication

Pathway Guide

Lanier College Career Academy

The Oaks

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