AGRIĀ 0213. Agriculture Mechanics

Units: 3
Hours: 90 (36 lecture, 54 laboratory)
Shop skills essential to mechanized agriculture, including welding, metal and wood fabrication tools, electrical and plumbing. Proper selection, use, repair, and safety of the tools and equipment will be emphasized. (CSU)

Agriculture

http://catalog.sierracollege.edu/departments/agriculture/

Overview Sustainable agriculture is an integrated system of plant and animal production practices having a site-specific application that will, over the long-term, satisfy human food and fiber needs; enhance environmental quality and the natural resource base upon which the agriculture economy depends; make the most efficient use of nonrenewable resources and on-farm resources and integrate, where appropriate, natural biological cycles and controls; sustain the economic viability of farm operations and enhance the quality of life for farmers and society as a whole. TRANSFER AND MAJOR REQUIREMENTS in Agriculture are available in the Counseling Center. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for specific transfer requirements. Faculty