Ag Mechanization Technology - AAS Degree Plan


PROGRAM INFORMATION: The John Deere TECH program is designed to help prepare students for a career in the field of agriculture mechanization technology. The student will study the theory and practice required for employment with John Deere as agriculture technicians (ag. tech) where they will repair and maintain complex mechanized farm equipment. This is a high-tech program with limited enrollment. Students are asked to make applications to the John Deere TECH Department in early spring. They must have a John Deere sponsor for whom they will work between semesters; and they must take the TSI test and Mechanical Reasoning Tests prior to being accepted into the program. Students successfully completing the two-year program will receive an AAS Degree in Agriculture Mechanization technology and Certificates of Completion. For more information, please contact the Navarro College John Deere TECH Department.

 

FRESHMAN YEAR - Fall

COURSE SECTION COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
DEMR 1405 Basic Electrical Systems 4
DEMR 1301 Shop Safety and Procedures 3
ENGL 1301 Composition I 3
DEMR 1406 Diesel Engine I 4
XXXX Approved Core Math 3
Fall Total Credit Hours   17



FRESHMAN YEAR - Spring

COURSE SECTION COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
DEMR 1225 Small Air-Cooled Engines 2
DEMR 1229 Preventative Maintenance 2
DEMR 2339 Advanced Electrical Systems 3
DEMR 1449 Diesel Engine II 4
SPCH 1321 Business & Professional Communication 3
DEMR 1166 Practicum I 1
Spring Total Credit Hours   15



FRESHMAN YEAR - Summer

COURSE SECTION COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
DEMR 1466 Practicum II 4
Summer Total Credit Hours   4



SOPHOMORE YEAR - Fall

COURSE SECTION COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
DEMR 1416 Basic Hydraulics 4
AGME 1353 Harvesting Equipment 3
DEMR 1421 Power Train I 4
XXXX Approved Language / Philosophy / Culture or Creative Arts 3
Fall Total Credit Hours   14



SOPHOMORE YEAR - Spring

DEMR 2332: Capstone must be taken in the final semester.

COURSE SECTION COURSE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
DEMR 1323 Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) Troubleshooting and Repair 3
DEMR 2338 Power Applications I 3
DEMR 2166 Practicum II 1
PSYC 2301 General Psychology 3
Spring Total Credit Hours   10
Program Total Credit Hours   60