10070181Implements 1
Course Information
Description
This course provides instruction in the theory of operation, adjustment and service of planting equipment. Students will learn the operation and service of corn planters and grain drills. Emphasis is given to how the corn planter seed meters work and how the attachments operate. In addition, the course also provides information on the theory, operation, adjustment and service of forage harvesting machines. Machines covered include mower conditioners, square balers, round balers and forage harvesters. Bearings, clutches, U-joints and other power transmission components also are covered.
Total Credits
4
Course Competencies
  1. Demonstrate personal safety when working with hand tools, power equipment and vehicles
    Assessment Strategies
    given personal safety equipment
    in a simulated work environment
    given related tools and equipment
    through visual observation
    through written examination
    Criteria
    learner practices personal safety when working with hand tools, power tools, and equipment
    learner meets industry standards when working with hand tools, power tools and equipment
    learner completes shop safety review

  2. Identify hand tools, power tools and specialized service tools
    Assessment Strategies
    given the appropriate tools
    given special service tools
    given tool manuals
    given bolt and hardware specifications
    Criteria
    learner identifies various kinds of hand tools common to the agricultural service and repair industry
    learner identifies the types of power tools common to an agricultural equipment dealership
    learner identifies the types of shop equipment common to an agricultural equipment dealership
    learner completes lab exams #1 & #2 with minimum 80% score

  3. Demonstrate the use basic types of precision measuring tools
    Assessment Strategies
    given dial indicators, micrometers and tape measure
    in a simulated work environment
    given an assortment of new and used parts and components
    you complete lab exam #1 & #2 with minimum 80% score
    Criteria
    you use the basic types of precision tools
    you measure part dimensions and compares to specifications
    an assortment of different parts and components are measured to an accuracy of .001 inches

  4. Explain the operation of power clutches
    Assessment Strategies
    by written exam for clutches
    by oral examination when you is servicing the agricultural machine
    Criteria
    you summarize four of six power clutches
    you explain the operation of four of six clutches
    you explain the maintenance of four of six clutches
    you service and adjust the machine clutch given the appropriate reference's components and parts

  5. Summarize the types of belt and chain drives
    Assessment Strategies
    given agricultural machines with belt and chain drives
    given new belts, pulleys, chains and sprockets
    given adjustment specifications
    by completing a power transmission exam with minimum 80% score
    Criteria
    you identify various types of belt drives
    you identify various types of chain drives
    you summarize belt and chain drive failures
    you summarize belt and chain drive failures' service procedures

  6. Identify John Deere planter models
    Assessment Strategies
    with use of specific planter provided
    with use of reference materials
    with use of parts catalogs
    Criteria
    you explore three out of four John Deere planter models
    you locate specific information about specific planters from serial plate

  7. Explain the operation of seed meters
    Assessment Strategies
    by written exam for planters
    by selecting which meters to discuss
    Criteria
    you examine four out of six types of seed meters
    you explain the function of three of the six meters
    you explain the operation of three of the six meters

  8. Perform seed meter service
    Assessment Strategies
    you removes worn parts and installs new parts
    by testing a meter to verify unit performs to manual standard
    Criteria
    you observe meter wear
    you select parts to be removed and replaced
    you select correct repair parts

  9. Remove, inspect, recondition, and replace row unit assembly
    Assessment Strategies
    in a simulated work environment
    given proper tools and equipment
    given the appropriate references
    Criteria
    you select appropriate tools, equipment and reference manuals
    you follow all personal and environmental safety practices
    you remove the row unit assembly
    you inspect the row unit assembly
    you recondition the row unit assembly
    you replace the row unit assembly
    the row unit is placed back on the planter and the unit is adjusted

  10. Identify John Deere Hay Tool models
    Assessment Strategies
    with use of reference materials
    with use of parts catalogs
    with use of specific hay tool models
    by listing 80% of current John Deere models on chapter exam
    Criteria
    you examine mower conditioners
    you examine square balers
    you examine round balers
    you examine forage harvesters
    you locate information about specific hay tool machines

  11. Perform mower conditioner service and maintenance
    Assessment Strategies
    in a simulated work environment
    Criteria
    you observe mower conditioner for wear and condition
    you remove worn parts and installs new parts
    you select correct repair parts
    you perform correct after service tests and adjustments
    you operate machine to verify machine performs to operator's manual standard

  12. Perform square baler service and maintenance
    Assessment Strategies
    in a simulated work environment
    with use of operators and technical manuals
    Criteria
    you observe square baler condition and wear
    you remove worn parts and installs new parts
    you select correct repair parts
    you perform after service tests and adjustments
    you operate machine to verify machine performs to operate manual standards

  13. Perform baler knotter service and adjustment
    Assessment Strategies
    in a simulated work environment
    with use of operators and technical manuals
    Criteria
    you observe baler knots and knotter condition
    you operate knotter producing knots
    you adjust knotter to make a standard knot
    you adjust knotter to manual specifications
    you make after adjustment trial knots

  14. Perform round baler service and maintenance
    Assessment Strategies
    in a simulated work environment
    with use of operators and technical manuals
    Criteria
    you observe round baler condition and machine wear
    you replace belts, makes belt splices, and adjusts belt tracking and belt tension
    you remove worn parts and installs new parts
    you select correct repair parts
    you repair baler as required
    you perform after service tests and adjustments
    you inspect power train for wear and condition
    you operate machine to verify machine performances

  15. Perform forage harvester service and maintenance
    Assessment Strategies
    in a simulated work environment manuals
    with use of operators and technical manuals
    you adjusts machine to specifications
    Criteria
    you observe forage harvester condition and machine wear
    you remove worn parts and installs new parts
    you select correct repair parts
    you repair forage harvester as required
    you inspect P.T.O. and power train for wear and condition
    you service feed system gutterhead, blower, hydraulic and electrical systems
    you perform after service tests and adjustments
    you operate machine to verify machine performance

  16. Perform row crop and hay head service and maintenance
    Assessment Strategies
    in a simulated work environment
    with use of operators and technical manuals
    Criteria
    you observe hay head and row crop head condition and unit wear
    you service pickup reel, auger and feed fingers, drive system
    you remove worn parts and installs new parts
    you service row crop cut off knives, feed belts and drive systems
    you select correct repair parts
    you repair row crop and hay head as required
    you perform after service tests and adjustments
    you operate machine to verify machine performance