Agriculture Mechanics as a Profession
Mechanics A branch of physics that deals with motion and the action of forces on bodies
Agricultural Mechanics The selection, operation, maintenance, servicing, selling and use of power units, machinery, equipment, structures, and utilities used in agriculture
General Agricultural Mechanics Involves using skills and knowledge from all the categories
Ag. Mechanics Categories Ag. Electrification Ag. Power Ag. Structures Soil and Water Cons
Agricultural Electrification, Power and Controls Includes installing, servicing and repairing electrical wiring, controls, and power
Agricultural Power Machinery Operation Is operating tractors and agricultural equipment
Agricultural Mechanics, Construction and Maintenance Includes constructing, maintaining, and repairing agricultural structures, equipment and machinery
Agricultural Structures, Equipment and Facilities Includes concrete, carpentry, plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning
Soil and Water Mechanical Practices Involve water quality, soil and water conservation practices, irrigation and waste disposal
Economic Importance Provides jobs Saves on repair costs Increases agricultural production efficiency
Environmental Maintains and repairs to prevent accidents
Environmental Cleans, heats and cools air Provides safe food supply (refrigeration)
Outlook The agricultural mechanics industry to remain strong because of increase in population, technology, and new home construction requiring more lawn equipment
Agriculture Mechanics as a Profession