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Demonstrate safe work habits while in a shop environment
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration in shop
Criteria
Wear steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, long sleeved top, uniform type pants or jeans
Clothing is not loose or ripped
Jewelry does not interfere with shop tasks
Hair is tied back to prevent accident with moving equipment
Clear shop area for safely raising and supporting vehicle or equipment
Identify safety items and hazards, including flammable hazards
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Demonstrate effective use of shop tools and equipment/tooling
Assessment Strategies
Test, Skill demonstration in shop
Criteria
Identify common shop tools such as wrenches, sockets, drills, grinders, welders, measuring tools and their intended uses
Operate hand tools, power tools, and special tooling
Use a torque wrench and any torque accessories
Tool use meets shop safety guidelines
Maintain tools following shop procedures
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Examine the requirements and working conditions for employment in the agriculture equipment industry
Assessment Strategies
Test
Criteria
Identify employment opportunities in the agricultural mechanics industry
Describe education and experience requirements for employment in the industry
Describe current wages and earning potential in the industry
Describe employability skills necessary for employment in the industry
Describe typical working conditions in the industry
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Identify fasteners and fittings used in the assembly, plumbing, and fluid systems of agricultural equipment
Assessment Strategies
Quiz, skill demonstration and/or written product
Criteria
Recognize common fastener types (bolts, nuts, screws, washers, rivets, cotter pins) used in agricultural equipment
Recognize common fitting types (quick connects, hydraulic fittings, pipe fittings, compression fittings) used in agricultural equipment
Identify common materials used in fasteners and fittings such as steel, stainless steel, brass
Measure bolts, fittings, and nuts
Identify sources for torque specifications
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Utilize OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) electronic service and parts information
Assessment Strategies
Test, Scenario
Criteria
Navigate the OEM system effectively
Interpret service manuals
Identify specific service procedures within service and parts manuals
Items located in the manual correctly identify general information, technical information and specifications, and parts information
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Jack, lift and/or crib equipment
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration in shop
Criteria
Use overhead crane to lift components of equipment being serviced
Conduct pre-lift checks before going under a piece of equipment
Assess load weight, capacity, and distribution
Ensure stability
Return jacking, lifting, and cribbing equipment to storage areas when finished
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Explain procedures for identifying, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials
Assessment Strategies
Quiz, Skill demonstration in shop
Criteria
Identify personal protective equipment (PPE) specific to hazardous or flammable materials found in a shop environment
Identify hazardous materials through labels or other markings
Describe the role of container types, temperature control, and ventilation when storing hazardous materials
Describe an effective storage location for flammable materials
Comply with local, state, and federal regulations regarding hazardous waste disposal