Agricultural Systems Management Courses
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Jon H. Van Gerpen, Dept. Head, Dept. of Biological and Agricultural Engineering (421 Engineering/Physics Bldg. 83844-0904; phone 208/885-6182; fax 208/885-7908; baengr@uidaho.edu).
ASM 105 Survey of Agricultural Mechanics (1-3 cr, max 3)
This course is designed to introduce the student to the principles of technology in agriculture. It includes the development of knowledge and skills pertaining to agricultural mechanics, welding, power technology, electricity, and structures. It will provide introductory learning experiences for students in the areas of agricultural systems management.
ASM 107 Beginning Welding (2 cr)
Principles of operation, use, and care of arc and acetylene welding equipment. One lec, one 2-hr lab, and two hrs of individual practice a wk. Enrollment limited to 12 per section.
ASM 112 Introduction to Agricultural Systems Management (3 cr)
Application of basic engineering principles to solving problems dealing with farm machinery, buildings, processing, irrigation, and energy use. Recommended Preparation: high school algebra.
ASM 200 (s) Seminar (cr arr)
ASM 202 Agricultural Shop Practices (2 cr)
Primarily for agricultural mechanization and agricultural education students. Operation, use, and care of shop tools and equipment. One lec and one 3-hr lab a wk.
ASM 204 (s) Special Topics (cr arr)
ASM 210 Small Engines (2 cr)
Principles of engine operation, tune-up, and maintenance; repair and overhaul of small engines. One lec, one 2-hr lab, and two hrs of individual practice a wk. Enrollment limited to 12 per section.
ASM 240 Computer Applications in Biological Systems (3 cr)
Application of computers in production agriculture; microcomputer principles and operation, disk operating systems; word processing; spreadsheets, database management and other application programs; introduction to one program language. Two lec and one 2-hr lab a wk. Recommended Preparation: three credits of college math.
ASM 299 (s) Directed Study (cr arr)
ASM 304 Agricultural Fluid Power Systems (2 cr)
Fundamentals of hydraulic power and control as applied to agricultural machines and processing equipment; component function and sizing; schematic diagrams. One 3-hr lab a wk.
ASM ID&WS305 GPS and Precision Agriculture (3 cr) WSU AgTM 305
This course will cover the fundamentals of global positioning, yield monitors, and variable rate applications. Instrumentation used in agriculture, environmental science, and industry will be discussed. Two Lec. and one 3-hr lab a wk.
ASM ID306 Agricultural Structures and Environmental Systems (3 cr) WSU AgTM 306
Planning farm buildings, construction materials, beam and column design, insulation and ventilation for environmental control. Two lec and one 3-hr lab a wk.
ASM ID&WS315 Irrigation Systems and Water Management (3 cr) WSU AgTM 315
Irrigation methods, irrigation management, water rights, conveyance and measurement, pumps, soil-water-plant relationships, and drainage. Two lec and one 3-hr lab a wk.
Prereq: Soil 205, Math 108, 143, 160 or 170 or Permission
ASM ID&WS331 Electric Power Systems for Agriculture (3 cr) WSU AgTM 330
Basic circuits; wiring and the code; motors and controls; heating, lighting, and power. Two lec and one 3-hr lab a wk.
ASM 398 Internship (1-6 cr, max 6)
Graded P/F.
Prereq: Permission
ASM 400 (s) Seminar (cr arr)
ASM 404 (s) Special Topics (cr arr)
ASM ID409 Agricultural Tractors, Power Units and Machinery Management (3 cr) WSU AgTM 409
This course focuses on the selection, operation, adjustment, and servicing of farm tractors and power units. Fuels, lubrication, cooling, and electrical systems will also be covered. Machinery operation, power transmission systems, hitching, traction, and safety are also discussed. The course will conclude with discussions on depreciation and machinery replacement. Three 1-hr lec and one 3-hr lab a week.
ASM 412 Agricultural Safety and Health (2 cr)
Covers a broad variety of items related to agricultural safety and health: identification of safety and health hazards, maximizing capabilities of farmers and ranchers with disabilities, grain and livestock handling, chemical and gases handling, and fire safety; corrective measures to eliminate hazards and application of information learned to student's own situation. (Alt/yrs)
ASM WS413 Human and Machinery Risk Management (3 cr) WSU AgTM 412
ASM 430 Water and Wastewater Operations Management (3 cr)
Concepts for drinking water operations, including basic chemistry, sampling, basic water treatment methods such as softening, taste and odor control, etc. Some demonstrations, review of math. Concepts of waste water treatment, including basic treatment plant components, sampling, disinfection, chemical and biological processes. Introduction to State certification process. (Spring Only)
Prereq: Chem 101 or Chem 111; and Math 143 or Math 160
ASM ID&WS433 Agricultural Processing Systems (3 cr) WSU AgTM and FSHN 433
Grain cleaning, mixing, and drying; materials handling, heat transfer, pumps, fans, refrigeration, and instrumentation. Two lec and one 3-hr lab a wk; one 1-day field trip. Recommended Preparation: Math 160.
ASM 498 (s) Internship (1-6 cr, max 6)
Graded P/F.
Prereq: Permission
ASM 499 (s) Directed Study (cr arr)