Reedley College Catalog 2018-19

230 2018-2019 Catalog Mechanized Agriculture 21 EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN: POWER TRAIN I AND MOBILE VEHICLE AIR CONDITIONING 8 units, 6 lecture hours, 6 lab hours ADVISORIES: English 125, 126, and eligibility for Mathematics 201. This course provides in-depth instruction in equipment transmission systems and power equipment air conditioning and heating systems. Equipment transmission systems include clutches, torque converters, hydrostatic applications, and manual and powershift transmissions. Students will also receive career preparation instruction. (A, CSU) 30 EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN: ELECTRICAL, HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS, & WELDING 11 units, 8 lecture hours, 9 lab hours ADVISORIES: English 125, 126, and eligibility for Mathematics 201. This course provides in-depth instruction in machine electrical systems, hydraulic systems found on mobile equipment, and welding and fabrication skills common to agriculture and construction equipment. Students will receive hands-on training on starting, charging, and electronic monitoring systems as they develop analytical skills needed for service and repair of diesel equipment. Hydraulic fundamentals and troubleshooting techniques will be reinforced through machine testing and adjusting. Students will also receive training and instruction in welding and fabrication principles and applications required for the entry level equipment technician. (A, CSU) 31 EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN: FUEL SYSTEMS & POWER TRAIN II 8 units, 6 lecture hours, 6 lab hours ADVISORIES: English 125, 126, and eligibility for Mathematics 201. This course provides in-depth instruction in diesel engine fuel systems, tuning, and troubleshooting procedures. Additional instruction will cover differentials, final drives, braking and steering systems, tracks, machine undercarriage and Hydrostatics. Emphasis will be placed on fuel injection system calibration and adjustment, and the procedures used to test and adjust various undercarriage components. (A, CSU) 40 INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS 3 units, 2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours ADVISORIES: English 125, 126, and eligibility for Mathematics 201. This course provides an introduction to the agricultural mechanics field. Instruction will be provided in the areas of safety, selection, care, and use of common tools; projects of metal, wood, electrical, and concrete will be emphasized. (A, CSU) 41 INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURAL WELDING 3 units, 2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours ADVISORIES: English 125, 126, and eligibility for Mathematics 201. This course provides an introduction into the welding industry as it relates to agricultural mechanics. Instruction in the areas of safety, welding processes, equipment, and the properties of metals will be covered. (A, CSU) 42 SMALL GASOLINE AND DIESEL ENGINES 3 units, 2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours ADVISORIES: English 125, 126, and eligibility for Mathematics 201. This course provides experiences in the theory of operation, maintenance, and repair of small gasoline internal combustion engines. Diesel power will be introduced during the course. (A, CSU 43 ELECTRICAL AND HYDRAULIC FUNDAMENTALS 3 units, 2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours ADVISORIES: English 125, 126, and eligibility for Mathematics 201. This course provides instruction in electrical systems and hydraulic systems. Students will receive training on the fundamentals of hydraulic and electrical systems including theory, application and troubleshooting. (A, CSU) 44 AGRICULTURE WELDING FABRICATION 3 units, 2 lecture hours, 3 lab hours ADVISORIES: English 125, 126, and eligibility for Mathematics 201. This course will provide entry level instruction on welding fabrication. Instruction will be provided in the areas of welding techniques, welding plans and blueprints, cutting, fitting, proper tacking procedures, squaring, and finishing. (A, CSU)