AGR1205 AG AERIAL SYSTEMS
3 Credit Hours
Student Level:
This course is open to students of any major, high school, freshman or sophomore.
Catalog Description:
AGR1205 - Ag Aerial Systems (3 hrs.)
This course is design to introduce students to Aerial Systems used in the agricultural production. Students will perform basic maintenance, operate aerial equipment, reading and organizing collected data.
Course Classification:
Lecture
Prerequisites:
None
Controlling Purpose:
The purpose of this course is to give agriculture students an understanding of the concept and importance of aerial systems and its use in today’s agriculture.
Learner Outcomes:
Upon completion of the course, the student will:
- Identify the types of areal systems and their function in each type of production system.
- Interpret Data collected from the aerial system.
- Demonstrate the ability to run and manage an aerial system.
- Identify the software and hardware needed to operate aerial systems.
- Demonstrate ability for decision making with the use of data or information collected.
- Describe and apply basic skills in maintaining and operation of equipment.
Unit Outcomes for Criterion Based Evaluation:
The following outline defines the minimum core content not including the final examination period. Instructors may add other material as time allows.
UNIT 1: Types of Arial Systems
Outcomes: Students will list, describe and explain the basic use and types of aerial equipment.
- Identify basic properties of aerial systems.
- Define current terminology used.
- Develop and apply a basic knowledge of electrical, electronic and operation systems.
- Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot on a basic system.
- Discuss and describe the basic operation of each type of system.
- Discuss and describe batteries and their operation in the function of the machine.
UNIT 2: Data Collection
Outcomes: Students will demonstrate basic knowledge of the collected data and its use in production decisions.
- Identify and interpret basic data.
- Explain and discuss the data collected from aerial devices.
- Recognize and interpret the basic data received and use in decision making.
- Discuss the applications and usage of different hardware and software systems in precision agriculture.
UNIT 3: Aerial Systems Operation
Outcomes: Students will be able to perform basic operational duties of aerial systems.
- Explain basic flight for an aerial system.
- Describe the process of operating an aerial system.
- Explain the electronics that are used in the operation of aerial systems.
- Explain components of electronic devices and their function to make the device work.
- Students must take an additional class for licensing. (at student expense)
- Demonstrate skills in operating and flying an aerial device.
UNIT 4: Maintenance and Servicing
Outcomes: Students should demonstrate knowledge of maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Identify battery types and their function in the operation of an aerial device.
- Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot operation problems.
- Describe and identify basic maintenance needs of the aerial device.
- Demonstrate the ability to replace, maintain and repair parts.
- Demonstrate understanding of basic operation components.
- Demonstrate ability to wire and attach electronic equipment to the aerial device.
- Define the process of battery recharging and maintenance.
Projects Required:
Varies, refer to syllabus.
Textbook:
Contact Bookstore for current textbook.
Attendance Policy:
Students should adhere to the attendance policy outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.
Grading Policy:
The grading policy will be outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.
Maximum class size:
Based on classroom occupancy.
Course Time Frame:
The U.S. Department of Education, Higher Learning Commission and the Kansas Board of Regents define credit hour and have specific regulations that the college must follow when developing, teaching and assessing the educational aspects of the college. A credit hour is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally-established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out-of-class student work for approximately fifteen weeks for one semester hour of credit or an equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time. The number of semester hours of credit allowed for each distance education or blended hybrid courses shall be assigned by the college based on the amount of time needed to achieve the same course outcomes in a purely face-to-face format.
Refer to the following policies:
402.00 Academic Code of Conduct
263.00 Student Appeal of Course Grades
403.00 Student Code of Conduct
Disability Services Program:
Cowley College, in recognition of state and federal laws, will accommodate a student with a documented disability. If a student has a disability which may impact work in this class which requires accommodations, contact the Disability Services Coordinator.
DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. FOR THE OFFICIAL COURSE PROCEDURE CONTACT ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
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