Objectives for Agricultural
Mechanics Class
Roland-Story High School

Class Syllabus -- Canvas Log-In

Upon completion of this class, students will be able to:

• Explain how to correctly wire switches, lights and outlets.
• Explain the operation of small gas engines.
• Explain the function and operating principles of two-stroke and four-stroke gasoline engines
• Explain the operational theory of hydraulics.
• Explain the properties of fluids.
• Compare the combustion of two common fuels used for energy production.
• Construct a solar energy system and compare the production of electricity under different light conditions.
• Determine latitude, longitude, and altitude using a GPS unit.
• Use the Soil Web Survey to research information on each soil location.
• Convert fractions and decimals.
• Use proportions to solve problems and determine dimensions of objects drawn to scale.