The Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering offers a bachelor of science degree in Agricultural Systems Technology (AST). Students majoring in AST choose between two options: Agricultural and Biosystems Management or Machine Systems. The department also offers a minor in Agricultural Systems Technology.
Required AST courses are taught under the course designator TSM (Technology Systems Management).
Successful AST graduates gain knowledge, skills, and abilities in solving technical problems, understanding the design process, excelling in authentic leadership, being aware of a safety issues, having a quality orientation, effectively managing projects, and having a systems-thinking perspective. This translates to a holistic approach where AST graduates apply science, technology and engineering principles to manage complex agricultural and other production systems, including how the constituent sub-systems are interrelated and the broader impact of these systems.
Graduates find careers within a variety of agricultural industries, businesses, and organizations in the fields of agricultural machinery; off-road equipment; food, feed and grain processing; water quality; biorenewable resources; precision agriculture; or livestock production systems.
Common job duties of AST Agricultural and Biosystems Management graduates include:
- technical support
- operations management
- production supervision
- grain elevator management
Common job duties of AST Machine Systems graduates include:
- precision agriculture support
- testing or sales management
- technical support
- maintenance supervision
For more information about the AST degree: http://www.abe.iastate.edu/undergraduate-students/agricultural-systems-technology/
Total Degree Requirement: 120 cr.
Only 65 cr. from a two-year institution may apply which may include up to 16 technical cr.; 9 P-NP cr. of free electives; 2.00 minimum GPA.
Communications Proficiency:
6 cr. of English composition with a C or better and 3 cr. of speech fundamentals with a C or better.
Communication/Library: 13 cr.
| ENGL 150 | Critical Thinking and Communication | 3 |
| ENGL 250 | Written, Oral, Visual, and Electronic Composition | 3 |
| One of the following: | 3 | |
| Business Communication | ||
| Proposal and Report Writing | ||
| Technical Communication | ||
| Survey of Agriculture and Life Sciences Communication | ||
| One of the following: | 3 | |
| Fundamentals of Public Speaking | ||
| Professional Communication | ||
| Presentation and Sales Strategies for Agricultural Audiences | ||
| LIB 160 | Information Literacy | 1 |
| Total Credits | 13 | |
Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences: 25 cr.
| MATH 151 | Calculus for Business and Social Sciences | 3 |
| MATH 145 | Applied Trigonometry | 3 |
| STAT 104 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| PHYS 111 | General Physics | 5 |
| CHEM 163 | College Chemistry | 4 |
| CHEM 163L | Laboratory in College Chemistry | 1 |
| One of the following: | 3 | |
| Introductory Biology | ||
| Principles of Biology I | ||
| Principles of Biology II | ||
| Biological Processes in the Environment | ||
| Life Sciences Elective from approved College of Agriculture and Life Sciences list | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 25 | |
Business, Humanities, Ethics, and Social Sciences: 18 cr.
| ACCT 284 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| ECON 101 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| Ethics Course | 3 | |
| Occupational Safety | ||
| Humanities course from College of Agriculture and Life Sciences list | 3 | |
| International Perspectives course from University list | 3 | |
| U.S. Diversity course from University list | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Technical Core: 30 cr.
| TSM 110 | Introduction to Technology | 1 |
| TSM 111 | Experiencing Technology | 1 |
| TSM 115 | Solving Technology Problems | 3 |
| TSM 116 | Introduction to Design in Technology | 3 |
| TSM 201 | Preparing for Workplace Seminar | 1 |
| TSM 210 | Fundamentals of Technology | 3 |
| TSM 214 | Managing Technology Projects | 1 |
| TSM 270 | Principles of Injury Prevention and Safety | 3 |
| TSM 310 | Total Quality Improvement | 3 |
| TSM 363 | Electrical Power Systems and Electronics for Agriculture and Industry | 4 |
| TSM 397 | Internship in Technology | R |
| TSM 399 | Work Experience in Technology | 2 |
| TSM 415 | Applied Project Management in Technology | 2 |
| TSM 416 | Technology Capstone | 3 |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
Agricultural and Biosystems Management Option: 34 cr.
| TSM 322 | Preservation of Grain Quality | 3 |
| TSM 322L | Preservation of Grain Quality Laboratory | 1 |
| TSM 324 | Soil and Water Conservation Management | 3 |
| TSM 325 | Biorenewable Systems | 3 |
| TSM 327 | Animal Production Systems | 3 |
| TSM 330 | Agricultural Machinery and Power Management | 3 |
| TSM 433 | Precision Agriculture | 3 |
| TSM 455 | Feed Processing and Technology | 3 |
| ECON 230 | Farm Business Management | 3 |
| 9 credits of free electives | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 34 | |
Machine Systems option: 34 cr.
| TSM 216 | Advanced Technical Graphics, Interpretation, and CAD | 2 |
| A B E 271, A B E 272, or A B E 273 | 1 | |
| TSM 240 | Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing and Metals Processing | 3 |
| TSM 330 | Agricultural Machinery and Power Management | 3 |
| TSM 335 | Tractor Power | 4 |
| TSM 337 | Fluid Power Systems Technology | 3 |
| TSM 433 | Precision Agriculture | 3 |
| TSM 443 | Statics and Strength of Materials for Technology | 3 |
| TSM 465 | Automation Systems | 3 |
| 9 credits of free electives | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 34 | |
Agricultural Systems Technology, B.S. - Machine Systems
| First Year | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| TSM 110 | 1 | TSM 111 | 1 | ||
| TSM 116 | 3 | TSM 115 | 3 | ||
| ENGL 150 | 3 | MATH 151 | 3 | ||
| LIB 160 | 1 | PHYS 111 | 5 | ||
| MATH 145 | 3 | US Diversity - see list1 | 3 | ||
| CHEM 163 | 4 | ||||
| CHEM 163L | 1 | ||||
| 16 | 15 | ||||
| Second Year | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| TSM 201 | 1 | TSM 216 | 2 | ||
| TSM 210 | 3 | A B E 271, A B E 272, or A B E 273 | 1 | ||
| TSM 214 | 1 | TSM 240 | 3 | ||
| TSM 270 | 3 | STAT 104 | 3 | ||
| ACCT 284 | 3 | BIOL 101 or BIOL 211 | 3 | ||
| ENGL 250 | 3 | ECON 101 | 3 | ||
| 14 | 15 | ||||
| Third Year | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
| TSM 335 | 4 | TSM 310 | 3 | TSM 397 | 0 |
| TSM 363 | 4 | TSM 330 | 3 | ||
| TSM 433 | 3 | TSM 337 | 3 | ||
| ENGL 302, ENGL 309, ENGL 314, or AGEDS 327 | 3 | Humanities - See list2 | 3 | ||
| Life Science - See list3 | 3 | ||||
| 14 | 15 | 0 | |||
| Fourth Year | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| TSM 399 | 2 | TSM 370 | 3 | ||
| TSM 415 | 2 | TSM 416 | 3 | ||
| Elective | 6 | TSM 443 | 3 | ||
| International Perspectives - see list1 | 3 | TSM 465 | 3 | ||
| SP CM 212, COMST 214, or AGEDS 311 | 3 | Elective | 3 | ||
| 16 | 15 | ||||
| 1 | |
| 2 | |
| 3 | |
| 4 |
Agricultural Systems Technology, B.S. - Agricultural & Biosystems Management
| First Year | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| TSM 110 | 1 | TSM 111 | 1 | ||
| TSM 116 | 3 | TSM 115 | 3 | ||
| ENGL 150 | 3 | MATH 151 | 3 | ||
| LIB 160 | 1 | PHYS 111 | 5 | ||
| MATH 145 | 3 | ECON 101 | 3 | ||
| CHEM 163 | 4 | ||||
| CHEM 163L | 1 | ||||
| 16 | 15 | ||||
| Second Year | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| TSM 201 | 1 | TSM 322 | 3 | ||
| TSM 210 | 3 | TSM 322L | 1 | ||
| TSM 214 | 1 | BIOL 101 or 211 | 3 | ||
| TSM 270 | 3 | ECON 230 | 3 | ||
| ACCT 284 | 3 | STAT 104 | 3 | ||
| ENGL 250 | 3 | SP CM 212, COMST 214, or AGEDS 311 | 3 | ||
| 14 | 16 | ||||
| Third Year | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
| TSM 325 | 3 | TSM 310 | 3 | TSM 397 | 0 |
| TSM 327 | 3 | TSM 324 | 3 | ||
| TSM 363 | 4 | TSM 370 | 3 | ||
| ENGL 302, ENGL 309, ENGL 314, or AGEDS 327 | 3 | Life Science - see list3 | 3 | ||
| US Diversity - see list1 | 3 | Elective | 3 | ||
| 16 | 15 | 0 | |||
| Fourth Year | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| TSM 415 | 2 | TSM 416 | 3 | ||
| TSM 399 | 2 | TSM 330 | 3 | ||
| TSM 433 | 3 | International Perspectives - see list1 | 3 | ||
| TSM 455 | 3 | Elective | 3 | ||
| Humanities - see list2 | 3 | ||||
| Elective | 3 | ||||
| 16 | 12 | ||||
| 1 | |
| 2 | |
| 3 | |
| 4 |
Minor in agricultural systems technology
The Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering offers a minor in agricultural systems technology which may be earned by completing a minimum of 15 credits of technology systems management courses, which includes:
| TSM 115 | Solving Technology Problems | 3 |
| TSM 210 | Fundamentals of Technology | 3 |
| 9 credits from: | 9 | |
| Total Quality Improvement | ||
| Preservation of Grain Quality | ||
| Preservation of Grain Quality Laboratory | ||
| Soil and Water Conservation Management | ||
| Biorenewable Systems | ||
| Animal Production Systems | ||
| Agricultural Machinery and Power Management | ||
| Tractor Power | ||
| Fluid Power Systems Technology | ||
| Electrical Power Systems and Electronics for Agriculture and Industry | ||
| Topics in Technology: Chemical Application Systems | ||
| Topics in Technology: Agricultural Safety and Health | ||
| Precision Agriculture | ||
| • At least six (6) credits of 300-level or higher TSM classes (from the classes listed above) | ||
| • At least nine (9) credits that are not used to meet any other department, college, or university requirement. | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Courses
Courses primarily for undergraduates:
(1-0) Cr. 1. F.
Prereq: AST or I Tec majors only or permission of instructor
Team-oriented introduction to agricultural systems technology and industrial technology. Internships, careers, competencies, academic success strategies, transition to academic life.
(0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.
Prereq: AST or I Tec majors only or permission of instructor
Laboratory-based, team-oriented experiences in a spectrum of topics common to the practice of technology. Internships, competencies, industry visits.
(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: Credit or enrollment for credit in MATH 140 or higher
Solving technology problems using modern hardware and software tools for data-driven solutions. Problem solving cycle, unit conversion, unit factor method, SI and engineering units, significant figures, data collecting and cleaning, error analysis, data visualization, curve fitting, and computer coding fundamentals (data types, flow control, I/O handling, visualization, debugging). Strong emphasis on critical thinking, systematic problem solving, and effective communication.
(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S.
Use of parametric solid modeling software to create three dimensional solid models and document parts and assemblies. Includes national and international standards for documentation, design projects, and teamwork. Rapid prototyping design creation, 3D printing, assemblies, rendering, and detailing technical drawings.
(Cross-listed with A B E). (1-0) Cr. 1. F.S.
Prereq: Prereq: Sophomore classification in AE, AST, BSE, or I TEC
8 week course. Professionalism in the context of the engineering/technical workplace. Development and demonstration of key workplace competencies: teamwork, initiative, communication, and engineering/technical knowledge. Resumes; Cover Letters; Behavioral Based Interviewing; Industry Speakers; Preparation for internships experiences.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: TSM 115 or equivalent; and MATH 140 or higher
Introduction to problem solving related to fundamental agricultural and/or industrial technology systems and mathematical tools needed for data analysis. Basic laws of energy, force, and mass applied to technology systems such as: mechanical power transmission; heating, ventilation and air conditioning; electrical circuits. Introduction to engineering economics: using the time value of money to make economic decisions.
(1-2) Cr. 2. F.S.
Prereq: TSM 116
Advanced computer-aided-design topics incorporating 3D design and documentation used in manufacturing settings. Topics include: geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, weldments, sheet metal parts, advanced visualization, feature based design of parts and assemblies.
(1-4) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: MATH 145
A study of selected materials, properties, and related processes used in metals manufacturing. Lecture and laboratory activities focus on processes and advanced manufacturing.
(Cross-listed with FS HN). (1-2) Cr. 2. F.S.
Prereq: MATH 145
A study of selected materials and related processes used in plastics manufacturing. Lecture and laboratory activities focus on materials, properties, and processes.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Basic foundations of injury causation and prevention from a personal perspective in home, motor vehicle, and the public environment, and a management perspective within the work environment. Offered online only.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: STAT 101 or STAT 104, junior classification
Introduction to the fundamental concepts of TQM - Deming style of management, statistical studies to understand the behavior of products, processes, or services, and how to define and document processes and customer focus. Introduction to continuous improvement tools and methods - emphasis on team work and problem solving skills.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: MATH 140 or higher
Principles and management for grain quality preservation. Quality measurement. Drying and storage. Fans and airflow through grain. Handling methods. Insect pest control. Grain quality monitoring.
(0-3) Cr. 1. S.
Prereq: Credit or enrollment for credit in TSM 322
Hands-on experiences in the principles and management for grain quality preservation. Quality measurement. Drying and storage. Fans and airflow through grain. Handling methods. System planning. Insect pest control. Grain quality monitoring. Industry tour.
(Cross-listed with A B E). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: CHEM 163 or higher; MATH 140 or higher
Converting biorenewable resources into bioenergy and biobased products. Biorenewable concepts as they relate to drivers of change, feedstock production, processes, products, co-products, economics, and transportation/logistics.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: TSM 210
Confined animal feeding operations. Environmental controls for animal production. Response of animals to the environment. Heat and moisture balance in animal housing. Ventilation, water, feed handling, air pollution, odor and waste management systems.
(2-3) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: MATH 145 or MATH 151; and TSM 210
Selection, sizing, and operational principles of tractors and machinery systems. Cost analysis and computer techniques applied to planning and management of agricultural machine systems. Principles, operation, and application of agricultural machinery.
(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: TSM 210
Fundamental fluid power principles, symbols and schematics. Fluid properties. Function and performance of components such as connections and fittings, filtration, pumps, valves, actuators, hydrostatic transmission. Analysis of fluid power circuits and systems. Introduction to electrohydraulics. Fluid power trainers.
(2-2) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: TSM 210, TSM 216, TSM 240, MATH 151
NC programming operations and machining practices for CNC mills and lathes. Transfer of part descriptions into detailed process plans, tool selection, and NC codes. Use of CAD/CAM for automated NC programming in 2D/3D machining operations of student designed parts.
(3-3) Cr. 4. F.S.
Prereq: TSM 210, MATH 145
Fundamental electrical theory and application, code requirements, and safety considerations. Single-phase, split-phase, and three-phase circuit design, analysis, and safety considerations; electric motor performance and selection; reactive power and correction; safety devices and circuits; transformer selection and configuration; industrial and motor controls; conductor characteristics, selection and safety; system troubleshooting; and schematic development and analysis. Emphasis on agricultural and industrial applications.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: TSM 270, junior standing
Identifies safety and health risks in industrial work environments. Focus on how managers and supervisors meet their responsibilities for providing a safe workplace for their employees. Includes the identification and remediation of workplace hazards.
(2-0) Cr. 2. S.
Introduction to occupational safety and health administration and management. Focus on development and management of safety programs and obtaining employee involvement in occupational safety programs.
(2-0) Cr. 2. F.
Prereq: TSM 371
A review of the common legal issues facing safety practitioners in the workplace. Includes OSHA, EPA and DOT regulations; workers' compensation, as well as common liability issues.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
An overview of the current problems and technology in the fields of fire protection and fire prevention, with emphasis on industrial needs, focusing on the individual with industrial safety responsibilities.
Cr. 1-4. F.S.SS.
Offered as demand warrants. Web-based instruction.
Cr. 1-4. F.S.SS.
Offered as demand warrants. Web-based instruction.
Cr. 1-4. F.S.SS.
Offered as demand warrants. Web-based instruction.
Cr. 1-4. F.S.SS.
Offered as demand warrants. Web-based instruction.
Cr. 1-4. F.S.SS.
Offered as demand warrants. Web-based instruction.
Cr. 1-4. F.S.SS.
Offered as demand warrants. Web-based instruction.
Cr. 1-4. F.S.SS.
Offered as demand warrants. Web-based instruction.
Cr. 1-4. F.S.SS.
Offered as demand warrants. Web-based instruction.
Cr. 1-4. F.S.SS.
Offered as demand warrants. Web-based instruction.
Cr. 1-4. F.S.SS.
Offered as demand warrants. Web-based instruction.
Cr. R. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: At least 45 credits of coursework, AST or I Tec major, and approval of internship coordinator
A supervised work experience in an approved learning setting with application to technology practices and principles. Reporting during work experience and self and employer evaluation required. Minimum GPA requirement.
Cr. 2. Repeatable, maximum of 4 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: TSM 397 in the preceding semester and approval of internship coordinator
Written reports and reflection on work experience.
A maximum of 4 credits of TSM 399 maybe be used toward the total credits required for graduation.
(1-2) Cr. 2. F.S.
Prereq: Senior classification with less than 32 credits remaining; TSM 214; and credit or enrollment for credit in TSM 310.
Implementation of project management principles using case studies and teamwork; problem definition in a technology context; development of charter for technology capstone project.
(1-4) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: TSM 415 in previous semester
Application of project management tools to a technology capstone project; development and evaluation of potential solutions using tools from the technology curriculum; problem resolution emphasizing communication, critical analysis, and planning techniques; presentation of project through oral presentation and written reports with input from client, faculty, and other stakeholders.
(Dual-listed with TSM 533). (2-2) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: Junior standing.
Geographic information systems (GIS) and global positioning systems (GPS). Hardware systems for precision farming emphasized. Autosteering and automatic implement control systems. Collection and management of yield data. Sampling strategies for precision farming. Introduction to building fertilizer prescriptions and recommendations. Economic benefits of precision farming systems.
(2-2) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: TSM 310
Introduction to lean tools and techniques that reduce costs and improve business performance: JIT, VSM, SMED, Kaizen, Standard Work, Cycle Time Reduction, Takt Time, A3, etc. Emphasis on lean thinking and competency development through application: simulations, case studies, industry guests and mentors, teamwork and industry-related lean projects.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Prereq: TSM 216; TSM 240; and STAT 101 or STAT 104
Fundamental principles and practices in designing, evaluating, and organizing new or existing facilities. Emphasis on AutoCAD-based facility design and production flow analysis, activity relationship analysis, lighting analysis, time studies, materials handling, supporting services design, and optimal facility location analysis.
(Dual-listed with TSM 555). Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: Junior classification
Introduction to formula feed manufacturing and the animal feed industry. Overview of feed ingredients and formulation, understanding and operation of feed production processing equipment including principles of conveying, grinding, mixing, conditioning, pelleting, and other processing techniques, and the formulation of concentrates, premixes, and rations. Students will become knowledgeable about the manufacturing of various animal feed types such as pelleted and extruded feed, aqua (fish) feed, liquid feeds, poured and pressed blocks, steam flaked feed, and pet food, and their effect on animal performance and health.
(Dual-listed with TSM 557). Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: Junior classification
Concepts of feed and grain safety and quality, including hazards and risks associated with common feeds and feed ingredients. Methods to monitor, manage, and mitigate hazards and risks in the context of feed and grain industries. Government regulations applicable to feed and grain safety. Differences between safety and quality factors, how they are measured and then used for decision-making (marketing, processing, or safe-use).
(2-2) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: TSM 363
Theory and applications of automation systems. Emphasizes features, capabilities, design and programming skills of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based industrial control systems. Introduction to industrial robots and sensors.
(Dual-listed with TSM 570). (3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: MATH 151 or higher
A qualitative and quantitative introduction to health effects of chemical, biological, and physical hazards in a workplace.
(0-2) Cr. 1. S.
Prereq: Credit or enrollment for credit in TSM 470
Introduction to equipment, methods, and strategies to measure, evaluate, control, and research hazards and risk in the workplaces.
(Dual-listed with TSM 577). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: MATH 151; and STAT 101 or STAT 104
Risk analysis and management focuses on developing a risk oriented pattern of thinking that is appropriate for today's complex world. The tools that will be gained in this course will be helpful in recognizing, understanding, and analyzing hazards and risks in modern complex systems.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable.
Prereq: Junior or senior classification, permission of instructor, and completion of an independent study contract and approval by department
A maximum of 4 credits of TSM 490 may be used toward the total credits required for graduation.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable.
Prereq: Junior or senior classification, permission of instructor, and completion of an independent study contract and approval by department
A maximum of 4 credits of TSM 490 may be used toward the total credits required for graduation.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable.
Prereq: Junior or senior classification, permission of instructor, and completion of an independent study contract and approval by department
A maximum of 4 credits of TSM 490 may be used toward the total credits required for graduation.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable.
Prereq: Junior or senior classification, permission of instructor, and completion of an independent study contract and approval by department
A maximum of 4 credits of TSM 490 may be used toward the total credits required for graduation.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable.
Prereq: Junior or senior classification, permission of instructor, and completion of an independent study contract and approval by department
A maximum of 4 credits of TSM 490 may be used toward the total credits required for graduation.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable.
Prereq: Junior or senior classification, permission of instructor, and completion of an independent study contract and approval by department
A maximum of 4 credits of TSM 490 may be used toward the total credits required for graduation.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable.
Offered as demand warrants.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable.
Offered as demand warrants.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable.
Offered as demand warrants.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable.
Offered as demand warrants.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable.
Offered as demand warrants.
(Cross-listed with A B E). Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Preparation for, or follow-up of, study abroad experience (496). For preparation, course focuses on understanding the tour destination through readings, discussions, and research on topics such as the regional industries, climate, crops, culture, economics, food, geography, government, history, natural resources, and public policies. For follow-up, course focuses on presentations by students, report writing, and reflection. Students enrolled in this course intend to register for 496 the following term or have had taken 496 the previous term.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
(Cross-listed with A B E). Cr. 1-4. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Tour and study at international sites relevant to disciplines of industrial technology, biological systems engineering, agricultural systems technology, and agricultural engineering. Location and duration of tours will vary. Trip expenses paid by students. Pre-trip preparation and/or post-trip reflection and reports arranged through 495.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.
Courses primarily for graduate students, open to qualified undergraduates:
(Dual-listed with TSM 433). (2-2) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: Junior standing.
Geographic information systems (GIS) and global positioning systems (GPS). Hardware systems for precision farming emphasized. Autosteering and automatic implement control systems. Collection and management of yield data. Sampling strategies for precision farming. Introduction to building fertilizer prescriptions and recommendations. Economic benefits of precision farming systems.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Application of six sigma philosophy to advance product design and process control. Application of value steam mapping to the existing manufacturing system to develop future continuous improvement plans. Application of Taguchi Parameter design methodologies for optimizing the performance of manufacturing processes. Application of Taguchi Tolerance Design methodologies for product design.
(Dual-listed with TSM 455). Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: Junior classification
Introduction to formula feed manufacturing and the animal feed industry. Overview of feed ingredients and formulation, understanding and operation of feed production processing equipment including principles of conveying, grinding, mixing, conditioning, pelleting, and other processing techniques, and the formulation of concentrates, premixes, and rations. Students will become knowledgeable about the manufacturing of various animal feed types such as pelleted and extruded feed, aqua (fish) feed, liquid feeds, poured and pressed blocks, steam flaked feed, and pet food, and their effect on animal performance and health.
(Dual-listed with TSM 457). Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: Junior classification
Concepts of feed and grain safety and quality, including hazards and risks associated with common feeds and feed ingredients. Methods to monitor, manage, and mitigate hazards and risks in the context of feed and grain industries. Government regulations applicable to feed and grain safety. Differences between safety and quality factors, how they are measured and then used for decision-making (marketing, processing, or safe-use).
(Dual-listed with TSM 470). (3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: MATH 151 or higher
A qualitative and quantitative introduction to health effects of chemical, biological, and physical hazards in a workplace.
(2-0) Cr. 2. Repeatable, maximum of 2 times.
Exploration and analysis of current safety and public health issues impacting society. The focus will be on topics that impact individuals in work, public, and home environments.
(Dual-listed with TSM 477). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: MATH 151; and STAT 101 or STAT 104
Risk analysis and management focuses on developing a risk oriented pattern of thinking that is appropriate for today's complex world. The tools that will be gained in this course will be helpful in recognizing, understanding, and analyzing hazards and risks in modern complex systems.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable, maximum of 4 credits.
Prereq: Graduate classification in industrial and agricultural technology, permission of instructor, and completion of an independent study contract approved by major professor
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable, maximum of 4 credits.
Prereq: Graduate classification in industrial and agricultural technology, permission of instructor, and completion of an independent study contract approved by major professor
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable, maximum of 4 credits.
Prereq: Graduate classification in industrial and agricultural technology, permission of instructor, and completion of an independent study contract approved by major professor
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable, maximum of 4 credits.
Prereq: Graduate classification in industrial and agricultural technology, permission of instructor, and completion of an independent study contract approved by major professor
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable, maximum of 4 credits.
Prereq: Graduate classification in industrial and agricultural technology, permission of instructor, and completion of an independent study contract approved by major professor
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits.
A discipline-related problem to be identified and completed under the direction of the program adviser. Three credits required for all nonthesis master's degree students.
Courses for graduate students:
(Cross-listed with A B E). (1-0) Cr. 1. F.
Keys to starting a successful graduate research project. Effective literature review, formulating research questions, and setting goals. Practicing effectively communicating research and science. Effective strategies for scholarly writing, professional development, responding to feedback, peer-reviewing, successful publishing in journals, and curating scholarly output.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: STAT 587 or equivalent
Techniques for evaluating learners, facilities, programs, and staff utilizing theories for developing measurement instruments. Outcomes assessment is emphasized.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
A definition of the faculty role in technology and engineering disciplines, including strategies for dealing with programs, personnel, and constituencies are presented. Leadership skills involving team formation, team operation, and conflict resolution are addressed.
(3-0) Cr. 3.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Basic concepts, trends, practices, and factors influencing curriculum development, techniques, organization and procedures. Emphasis will be given to course development using the backward design process.
(Cross-listed with A B E). Cr. 1-3. F.S.
Prereq: Graduate classification and permission of instructor
Graduate student experience in the agricultural and biosystems engineering departmental teaching program.
Cr. R.
Prereq: permission of major professor and approval by department chair, graduate classification
One semester and one summer maximum per academic year professional work period.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. arr.