Agricultural Mechanics

The Diesel and Mechanical Technology department introduces students to careers related to the construction, operation, and maintenance of equipment used by the agriculture industry. Topics will include safety, outdoor power equipment, woodworking, electrical systems and diagnostics, cold metal work and welding technology, concrete, gasoline and diesel engine principles, and hydraulics. Students choosing to major in Diesel and Mechanical Technology are prepared to further their education or enter into the workforce.

Career Pathways

Entry Level

- - Carpentry Labor
  - Livestock Hauler
  - Driver
  - Retail and Services

Trade/Technical

- - Assembly Technician
  - Automotive Technician
  - Construction Foreperson
  - Maintenance and Service Technician
  - Sales Representative
  - Welder Apprenticeship
  - Service Writer Publications and Manuals

Professional

- - Teaching and Education
  - Carpentry Management and Ownership
  - Construction Project Manager
  - Warehouse Management
  - Electrical Engineer
  - Parts Manager
  - Welder
  - Mechanical Engineer
  - Heavy Equipment Operator
  - Mechanic and Service Technician

Certifications

- OHSA 10
- OPE 4 cycle certification
- SNAP ON Meter Cart

Skills

Diesel and Mechanical Technology majors learn a variety of skills for college and careers. Among the skills taught and learned are…

- - Establish and maintain a healthy work environment
  - Develop effective management practices and organizational skills
  - Develop a commitment to professional standards
  - Ability to work effectively across disciplines as part of a team within the Diesel and Mechanical industries
  - Further development in science and math applications
  - Development of large and small engine mechanical systems, analysis, and evaluation

Projects and Field Trips

Milton Caterpillar

Internships

Milton Caterpillar