Ag. Mechanics CDE Dr. Agnew’s House of Pain

Ag. Mech.’s Purpose  Technology Advances in the U.S.  Employers want productive workers  Skills and a degree of technical ability are needed!!!!

Ag. Mech.’s Purpose  The students who successfully compete are at an Advantage.  Benefits include – Financial Gain – More likely for advancement – Are more competitive (through out life)

Ag. Mech.’s Purpose EE ach area of the Ag. Mech. CDE is a problem or a need encountered in the workplace. TT he Solving of practical problems allows the students to test the problem solving skills in a potential job environment.

Ag. Mech.’s Format TT eam Make-Up –T–Three to Four members –R–Ranked by top three scores in competition –L–Less than 3 not eligible

 Five Areas of Accomplishment – Mastery of Subject Material – Effective Communication skills – Problem solving techniques – Understanding of Modern Technology – Working as a teammate

Ag. Mech.’s Format  Equipment – Safety equipment and other Materials Style ‘B’ eye protection Non-Flammable clothing Clipboard 2 number 2 pencils Calculator (silent) Eraser

Ag. Mech.’s Format  Five Different Event Areas – Machinery and Equipment Systems – Industry and Marketing Systems – Energy Systems – Structural Systems – Environmental-Natural Resource Systems

Machinery and Equipment Systems  Covers – Repair and maintenance – Materials handling – Adjustments – Fabrication – Processing

Industry and Marketing Systems  Covers – Customer relations – Accounting – Communications – Reading and Interpreting regulations – Manufactures recommendations

Energy Systems  Covers – Mechanical power – Electrical power – Chemical power – Wind power – Engine operation – Trouble shooting

Structural Systems  Covers – Structures – Storage – Concrete masonry – Plumbing – Construction – Building materials

Environmental-Natural Resource Systems  Covers – Water Quality – Sustainable agricultural practices – Soil and Water conservation – Waste handling

What’s it Good For???  Skills else where untested  Self confidence  Chance to test mind in difficult situations  To win (Bragging Rights!!!!)