Ag. Mechanics I - College-Prep Elective (G)/Interdisciplinary. This is an concentration career and technical course within a sequence of Ag Mechanics where students will study fundamentals of mechanical and structural systems and facilities. Students will explore professional opportunities in the field of agricultural and welding. Students receive individualized instruction in arc and oxyacetylene welding. The selection of welding methods, welding rod, metals, and equipment are practiced. Students weld metal flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. Metal inert gas (M.I.G.) and tungsten inert gas (T.I.G.) welding are also covered. Students are also members of FFA and expected to complete projects for their portfolio and leadership projects.  

Ag Mechanics II - College-Prep Elective (G)/Interdisciplinary.  Ag Mechanics II is the second class offered in the Mechanized Agriculture Pathway at Middletown High School High School. In this course, students will continue to build on the knowledge and skilled gained in the Ag Mechanics 1 course relating to the transfer of matter and energy through electrical, fluid, thermal and mechanical systems. Students will also study more advanced fundamentals of mechanical and structural systems and facilities. Students will explore professional opportunities in the field of agricultural engineering. Integral to this will also be the opportunity to participate in activities developed through a student leadership organization. By participating in this program, students will be better prepared to matriculate into post-secondary Agriculture Engineering programs at the college or university level . Additionally, this course may be a gateway program for those students interested in pursuing a post-secondary study in mechanical or structural engineering.

Ag Mechanics III - Visual & Performing Arts (F)/Interdisciplinary Arts.  Focuses on advanced welding and will introduce students to art sculpture with an emphasis on fabricated and welded steel designs from a social, historical and contemporary perspective. Students will have completed introductory and concentration courses in welding processes including Shielded Metal Arc, Gas Tungsten Arc, Gas Metal Arc, Flux Core Arc, Oxygen-Acetylene, Oxygen-Fuel Cutting, Plasma Arc Cutting and CNC Plasma design. This class will focus on welding and metal fabrication as a fine art medium. The course will consist of guided exercises, studio projects, collaborative learning, group discussions, and the use of critique to expand knowledge of art techniques, medium, artists, art movements, historical periods, and career paths within the creative field of the arts. The course also prepares students for college and career choices and a self promotion project that includes resume, job interview, and portfolio. This course requires mastery of all design principles, technical mastery of welding process, equipment and tool use, and digital platforms. Students will enter art exhibits and welding competitions.

SAE Project Record Book

This record book is a member's key to success in the FFA...that is your FFA degrees & awards,  access to FFA scholarships, demonstrating your entrepreneurial business skill, and keeping track of your involvement in leadership development activities. 
 
 
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The complete Agricultural Education experience!!

The National FFA Organization - is a dynamic youth organization within agricultural education, that prepares students for leadership, personal growth and career success.  It is a learning tool to strengthen the "Hands-On" part of the high school agricultural education curriculum.

Supervised Agricultural Experience Program - Each student is required to plan and maintain a project related to their agriculture program.  They are also required to keep records on transactions related to their project (i.e. hours, receipts, expenses).   

     "Learning by doing" part of the curriculum.

Advisors and Project Areas ~
       Horticulture, Entomology, Floral, Ag. Mkting, Viticulture    
        ............................        Karen Jones, ext 4040
      Ag Science Courses; Ag Bio, Ag Chem, Ag Physics, Animal Anatomy & Physiology, Vet Science          
       ............................      Katelyn Ramos, ext 4003
       Agriculture Mechanics I, II, III
       ...........................     Clayton Croman, ext 4038