Reedley College Catalog 2018-19

133 Associate Degree and Certificate Programs 2018-2019 Catalog Mechanized Agriculture Program requirements ............................................................. 9 MAG 40 Introduction to Agricultural Mechanics ................................ 3 MAG 41 Introduction to Agricultural Welding ..................................... 3 PLS 11 Machinery Technology ............. 3 Select one option ........................................................ 9 - 12 Ag Mechanics Option - 9 units MAG 42 Small Gasoline and Diesel Engines ...................................... 3 MAG 43 Electrical and Hydraulic Fundamentals ........................... 3 MAG 44 Agriculture Welding Fabrication ................................ 3 AG Processing Mechanic Option - 12 units MFGT 21 Blueprint Reading ..................... 2 MFGT 23 Electricity .................................. 2 MFGT 95 Motor Control ........................... 4 MFGT 96 Power Transmission .................. 4 Note: Requirements for the Associate Degree and RC General Education must also be completed. Total Units 18-21 AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS (MAJOR #R.8281.CA) CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT The Certificate for Agricultural Mechanics provides practical hands-on instruction in the areas of basic agricultural mechanics, welding/fabrication, small engine repair and maintenance, electricity, motors and controls, blue print reading, power transmission hydraulics and machine operation. This program includes lecture based classes and practical hands-on laboratory activities. This degree will benefit students who want to become agricultural mechanics instructors, maintenance mechanics, further their knowledge by transferring to a four-year college or university, or who want to work in the agricultural mechanics field. Program requirements ............................................................. 9 MAG 40 Introduction to Agricultural Mechanics ............ 3 MAG 41 Introduction to Agricultural Welding ..................................... 3 PLS 11 Machinery Technology ............. 3 Select one option ........................................................ 9 - 12 Ag Mechanics Option - 9 units MAG 42 Small Gasoline and Diesel Engines ...................................... 3 MAG 43 Electrical and Hydraulic Fundamentals ........... 3 MAG 44 Agriculture Welding Fabrication ................................ 3 AG Processing Mechanic Option - 12 units MFGT 21 Blueprint Reading ..................... 2 MFGT 23 Electricity .................................. 2 MFGT 95 Motor Control ........................... 4 MFGT 96 Power Transmission .................. 4 Total Units 18-21 EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN LEVEL I (MAJOR #R.8181.CA) CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT Students successfully completing the outlined course of study will be able to perform entry-level service and repair of diesel engines, machine transmissions, and air conditioning and heating systems. In addition students will demonstrate the correct service procedures and safe operation of various machine systems common to the equipment industry. They will be proficient with common hand tools as well as precision measuring devices. Students will also gain the ability to utilize technical reference material.   MAG 20 Equipment Technician: Diesel Engines, Service Fundamentals, Machine Systems................................ 11 MAG 21 Equipment Technician: Power Train I and Mobile Vehicle Air Conditioning..................................... 8 Total Units 19 Advisor(s): Deftereos, Dinis, Wenter EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN LEVEL II (MAJOR #R.8182.CA ) CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT Students successfully completing the outlined course of study will be able to perform entry-level service and repair of machine undercarriage, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel fuel systems. They will be proficient with a variety of precision measuring devices including micrometers, calipers, pressure and flow gauges, and digital multimeters. Emphasis will be placed on diagnostic trouble shooting and computer based electronic interfacing. Students will also acquire basic skills in welding and fabrication needed for an entry-level technician. MAG 30 Equipment Technician: Electrical, Hydraulic Systems, & Welding ........................................... 11 MAG 31 Equipment Technician: Fuel Systems & Power Train II .................................... 8 Total Units 19 Advisor(s): Deftereos, Dinis, Wenter